Donald Trump Flags Antitrust Concerns Over Netflix’s R1.22 Trillion Warner Bros. Discovery Bid
US President Donald Trump has raised antitrust concerns over Netflix’s planned R1.22 trillion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning the deal could create an overly dominant streaming giant. The transaction…
Britain Warns Trump: Ukraine Mustn’t Be Left “Toothless” by Unfair Russia Peace Deal
A senior UK minister has cautioned US President Donald Trump that Ukraine cannot be stripped of its ability to defend itself by accepting a weak or unfair peace deal with…
Witness Marius van der Merwe in Madlanga Commission Fatally Shot in Brakpan as Tensions Deepen Around EMPD Corruption Inquiry
A key whistleblower in the Madlanga Commission, private security businessman Marius van der Merwe, was shot dead outside his Brakpan home after previously refusing witness protection. His death has intensified…
Megan Thee Stallion Wins Landmark Defamation Case Over AI Deepfake Video
A Miami jury ruled in favour of Megan Thee Stallion in a defamation case involving an AI-generated deepfake and false claims circulated by blogger Milagro Gramz. The verdict marks a…
Suzuki South Africa Renews Partnership with ACMMTTM 2026, Strengthening its Leadership in Marine Tourism Innovation
Suzuki South Africa returns as an official partner for the Africa Coastal Marine & Maritime Tourism Trade Market 2026, bringing its globally acclaimed Suzuki Marine outboard technology and tourism-driven automotive…
T-Pain Addresses DJ Khaled and “Fake Industry Brotherhood” in Candid Interview
T-Pain opens up on Club Shay Shay about fake loyalty in the music industry, explaining why terms like “brother” don’t mean what they seem. The rapper clarifies his comments on…
SARS Moves to Seize PetroSA’s Mossel Bay Refinery Over R4.5bn Tax Debt
SARS has begun attaching PetroSA’s Mossel Bay refinery as security for more than R4.5 billion in unpaid taxes, intensifying pressure on the struggling state-owned oil company.
Armed Bodyguards Linked to Alleged Crime Boss KT Molefe Arrested Outside Alexandra Court
Two alleged bodyguards of suspected crime kingpin Katiso “KT” Molefe were arrested outside the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court after police reportedly found them with illegal semi-automatic rifles. The incident unfolded as…
13 Undocumented Workers Arrested in Devland Cash & Carry Labour Raid
Thirteen undocumented foreign nationals and an employer were arrested during a labour and immigration compliance raid at Devland Cash & Carry in Johannesburg, with authorities vowing more operations across Gauteng.
Former Special Forces Soldier Fredrik le Roux Denied Bail After Alleged Murder of Wife at Durban Restaurant
Former SANDF special forces soldier Fredrik le Roux has been denied bail after being charged with the murder of his wife, Taryn, at Waxy’s restaurant in Westville. Court documents include…
Ray J Arrested After Livestream Shows Alleged Gun Threat Toward Princess Love
Ray J was arrested after a chaotic livestream appeared to show him pointing a gun at estranged wife Princess Love during a heated confrontation. Police booked him on a criminal-threat…
Joburg Council Targets R9 Million for Recovery, Moves to Lay Criminal Charges Over Irregular Spending
The City of Johannesburg has approved steps to recover nearly R9 million in irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure, with several cases headed for disciplinary action and SAPS investigation.
Fiery Standoff as Farmers Clash With Government Over VNI West Renewables Project
Hundreds of farmers in Victoria’s Wimmera region are blocking access to land needed for the VNI West transmission line, triggering violent confrontations, legal threats, and renewed debate over renewable energy…
Donald Trump Renames the U.S. Institute of Peace After Himself Amid Legal Battles and Funding Cuts
The U.S. Institute of Peace has been rebranded as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, sparking controversy amid legal disputes, mass firings and slashed funding under the Trump administration.
Jada Pinkett Smith Hit With $3 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Threats and Intimidation
Jada Pinkett Smith faces a $3M lawsuit from former Will Smith assistant Bilaal Salaam, who alleges threats, harassment, and a campaign to silence him after he refused to support the…
G20 Rift Deepens as US Accuses South Africa of Racism and Presidency Responds with Sharp Rebuttal
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused South Africa’s government of embedded racism and political decline ahead of the 2025 G20 Summit. Pretoria responded with pointed sarcasm, escalating tensions…
Ekurhuleni Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi Defends Himself at Madlanga Inquiry: “I Can’t Go to Jail for Something I Didn’t Do”
Suspended Ekurhuleni deputy police chief Julius Mkhwanazi insists he is innocent as he faces tough questioning at the Madlanga Inquiry over a deal involving the EMPD and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Senzo Mchunu shifts responsibility to SAPS chief Masemola over PKTT shutdown
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu told the Madlanga inquiry that SAPS Commissioner Fannie Masemola failed to implement a 2019 organisational structure that would have dissolved the Political Killings Task Team, as…
Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula Dies at 63 After Long Illness
Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula has died at 63 following a long illness. His family remembers him for his humility, warmth and dedication to South Africa. Funeral details will be…
Nelson Mandela Bay Secures 3-Year Hosting Rights for ACMMTTM as Africa’s Leading Coastal Tourism Event Returns for 2026 Edition
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has officially signed a three-year partnership with the Africa Coastal Marine & Maritime Tourism Trade Market (ACMMTTM), securing the event in Gqeberha through 2028. This…
