Dozens of worshippers died after a bus headed to an Easter conference apparently “lost control” and “plunged” off a cliff in South Africa’s Limpopo province on ... Show more
Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
- A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.
- The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.
- The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.
- South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
I can out-debate most people with doctorates when it comes to politics — Steenhuisen
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Quick Glance: Steenhuisen: A DA-ANC Coalition Still Under Consideration
- John Steenhuisen, leader of the Democratic Alliance, states that his main concerns are getting the Multi-Party Charter over the 51% mark and winning the elections.
- Steenhuisen mentions that a coalition with the governing party might be the 'least worst option' to prevent the radicals from taking over.
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Judge dismisses lawsuit by Musk's X against nonprofit researchers tracking hate speech on platform
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Quick Glance: Court dismisses Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog
- A U.S. judge rejected Musk's lawsuit against an organization holding him accountable for hate speech on his X social media platform.
- The judge stated that X Corp sued the Center for Countering Digital Hate to punish criticism and deter advertisers.
- X plans to appeal the ruling, as Musk faces criticism for handling abusive content since acquiring Twitter.
- The ruling supports accountability for social media companies and demonstrates Musk's inability to manipulate the law.
Waiting for Mapisa-Nqakula’s arrest — times of turbulence ahead: The apparent imminent arrest of the National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula ...
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Senegal's opposition candidate, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, is the winner of the presidential election, according to official provisional results ... Show more
Quick Glance: Africa Live: Court Sentences Former Liberian Rebel Leader to 30 Years - BBC News
- Police in Togo dispersed an opposition press conference convened to discuss a controversial constitutional reform. Concerns exist that shifting from a presidential to a parliamentary system could lead to the long-standing President, Faure Gnassingbe, staying in power indefinitely.
- Uganda's President, Yoweri Museveni, formally inaugurated the nation's inaugural interest-free commercial Islamic bank. This financial institution is expected to play a substantial role in advancing the country's financial sector.
- A South African entrepreneur has been implicated in the murder of renowned rapper AKA. Allegedly, the individual transferred a significant sum of money to one of the current suspects on trial for the rapper's homicide.
- A French court commuted the life sentence of former Liberian rebel leader Kunti Kamara to 30 years. He was convicted of crimes against humanity and violence against civilians during Liberia's civil war.
Dr Mosimane Pitso ‘humbled’ at news of honorary doctorate from UJ: Pitso Mosimane said he was “grateful” and “humbled” by the news on Tuesday that the University ...
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Quick Glance: Dr. Mosimane Pitso Honored with Honorary Doctorate from UJ
- Pitso Mosimane said he was 'grateful' and 'humbled' by the news that the University of Johannesburg will recognize his contributions to football and society by awarding him an honorary doctorate.
- The award will be bestowed upon former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach Mosimane, now boss of Abha Club in the Saudi Pro League, on July 25.
- Mosimane expressed his gratitude to the university leadership for the acknowledgment and praised those who have contributed to his success, including players, coaches, football administrators, media, supporters, and the public in South Africa, especially from the football fraternity.
- The university praised Mosimane for his remarkable success as a football player and national and international coach, as well as his advocacy for African football development and equal opportunities for African players in global competitions.
Elon Musk Announces Significant Changes to X. Here’s What to Know: Elon Musk has announced new changes to X (formerly Twitter) that will allow certain accounts ...
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SA welcomes UN Security Council demand for a ceasefire in Gaza: Minister Naledi Pandor said the UN Security Council ‘will be tested’ on its adherence to its Gaza ...
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Ramaphosa ‘blown’ his chances of saving SA, says Zille: The federal council chair said despite her previous views that her party could work with the ANC ...
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UN top court orders Israel to open more land crossings for food and water into Gaza
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Quick Glance: UN Court Mandates Israel to Open More Crossings for Aid in Gaza
- The International Court of Justice has ordered Israel to take steps to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including opening more land crossings to allow food, water, fuel, and other supplies into the war-torn enclave.
- In its legally binding order, the court instructed Israel to ensure the unhindered provision of basic services and humanitarian assistance without delay, such as food, water, fuel, and medical supplies.
- Israel was also directed to prevent actions by its military that could harm Palestinians' rights under the Genocide Convention and report back on the implementation of the orders within a month.
- The court highlighted the critical situation in Gaza, noting the increasing risk of famine, deaths from malnutrition, and dehydration, emphasizing the need for urgent action to address the humanitarian crisis.
Cost of South African Barbecue Cools as El Niño Threat Looms - Bloomberg: The price of a traditional South African barbecue rose at a slower pace for a second ...
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One of Africa’s largest airlines, Kenya Airways, made an operating profit in 2023 – the first time since 2017.
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South African Consumer Mood Improves on Fewer Power Outages: South African consumer confidence improved slightly in the first quarter of 2024 amid brighter ...
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Musk's xAI to launch improved version of chatbot: Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI said on Thursday it will launch an enhanced version of its ...
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Exclusive: US lawmaker seeks answers on FDA inspection of Musk's Neuralink: A U.S. lawmaker involved in health policy has asked the Food and Drug Administration ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
Elon Musk's X anti-hate group case thrown out: A US judge says Mr Musk's social media firm had sued to punish its critics.
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Elon Musk unfollows Grimes after she appears to announce new boyfriend: Musician Claire Boucher, aka Grimes, seems to have announced a new boyfriend on Instagram ...
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South Africa's election court rejects ANC bid to de-register Zuma's MK party: South Africa's governing ANC wanted to stop the party backed by the ex-president ...
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Quick Glance: Court Ruling Favors Zuma Party
- The ANC's attempt to remove the breakaway uMkhonto we Sizwe Party from the ballot for the national and provincial elections on 29 May was rejected by the Electoral Court.
- Consequently, the party led by former ANC president Jacob Zuma will have the opportunity to participate in the elections, although it will encounter a separate legal challenge regarding the usage of the name MK at the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Wednesday.
- The verdict signifies a significant victory for the emerging party and its advocates, with a portion of supporters congregating at the court premises awaiting the pronouncement of the judgment.
To be arrested or not? Mapisa-Nqakula, lawyer differ on her corruption case: The embattled speaker seems to be at loggerheads with her attorney ...
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Quick Glance: Mapisa-Nqakula Fights Against Arrest to Protect Health and Life
- Allegedly incriminating documentation was discovered during a raid at her home in Bruma.
- National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has filed a court request for access to the docket against her due to leaked information.
- Rather than surrendering herself for fraud and corruption allegations at a police station, Mapisa-Nqakula sought an interdict for an arrest warrant, highlighting the illegality of the search and seizure operation at her Johannesburg residence.
- She identified National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Shamila Batohi and police minister Bheki Cele as the respondents in the case.
Musk questioned in defamation lawsuit over X post about street brawl: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk was questioned on Wednesday as part of a defamation ...
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has asked that Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula be given a chance to clear her name in the courts rather than being forced to ... Show more
Tyla is the new face of African pop. She's aiming to take over the whole world: The South African singer brought a homegrown genre, amapiano, to new ears with a ...
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South Africans fighting for Israel in Gaza: what does the law say?: Government has threatened to not only prosecute those who fight in the Israeli defence forces ...
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Dale Steyn gave teenaged South African quick bowler Kwena Maphaka a harsh welcome to the ‘big leagues’ in a post on social media on X
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Musk says xAI’s chatbot Grok will be available to all premium X subscribers : Elon Musk announced Tuesday his artificial intelligence company xAI’s chatbot Grok ...
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Quick Glance: New Availability of Grok AI Announced for X Premium Subscribers
- Elon Musk has officially announced that Grok, the AI chatbot from Musk's xAI, is now accessible to all X Premium users. Previously, Grok was exclusively available to X Premium+ subscribers.
- In March of this year, xAI took a significant step by releasing Grok as an open-source project. This move enables developers and researchers to leverage the powerful 'weights and architecture' behind xAI's Grok chatbot for their projects at no cost.
- The release of Grok is under the Apache 2.0 license, allowing commercial use. Reports indicate that Grok is now available on GitHub, allowing anyone to freely experiment with the 'raw' basic version of the pre-trained Grok big language models.
- Grok, the 'conversational AI for understanding the universe,' was first introduced to the public at the end of 2023. The Grok chatbot can access real-time X data, which sets it apart from competitors, aiming to establish itself as a more modern and edgy alternative to other chatbots.
'The Don Lemon Show' in tailspin after being dumped by Elon Musk: 'Nobody is watching'
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ANC ‘still discussing’ no-confidence motion in Mapisa-Nqakula: The Democratic Alliance wants the motion to be debated next week
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-26-anc-still-discussing-no-confidence-motion-in-mapisa-nqakula-over-corruption-claim/
Quick Glance: ANC 'still discussing' no-confidence motion in Mapisa-Nqakula
- The ANC at Luthuli House has not yet decided whether it will support or oppose a motion of no confidence against National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. However, the parliamentary chief whip Pemmy Majodina pledged full caucus support.
- The Democratic Alliance (DA) brought a motion of no confidence against Mapisa-Nqakula over corruption allegations. ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri stated that the party was still discussing the matter and had not made a decision.
- After news broke that Mapisa-Nqakula was under investigation for alleged corruption and money laundering, Gwarube announced that she would support the motion and pushed for it to be addressed and debated urgently.
- Gwarube wrote to all parties in parliament to request support for the motion. She emphasized that the parliamentary rules were clear and the removal of a speaker or deputy speaker should be considered urgently.
How Elon Musk Became ‘Kind of Pro-China’: Mr. Musk helped create China’s electric vehicle industry. But he is now facing challenges there as well as scrutiny in ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Directive to Implement Full Self-Driving Beta in Every New Tesla Delivery
- Elon Musk has instructed Tesla employees to install and demonstrate Full Self-Driving Beta for all customers receiving a delivery in North America.
- Tesla is committed to enhancing the system continuously, aiming to eliminate the need for driver attention and achieve true autonomous driving.
- In a move to increase customer acceptance, Elon Musk directed Tesla employees this morning to install the FSD Beta software on all newly delivered vehicles and provide brief test drives to the new buyers.
- Requiring a test drive with each new delivery is expected to significantly increase the workload at Tesla stores and delivery centers, a requirement Musk emphasizes as crucial.
Speaker allegedly lied to evade arrest: The president reportedly said he would not meddle when told that Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula could be taken into custody over ...
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Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) member Carl Niehaus posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he had instructed his lawyers to go "full steam ahead" with ... Show more
After appeal to Musk, X suspends accounts that outed neo-Nazi cartoonist: Researchers, journalists are blocked from sharing the alleged identity of Stonetoss.
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's X Responds to Uncovering Alleged Neo-Nazi Cartoonist's Identity
- Research specialists and media professionals faced restrictions on X when attempting to expose the supposed identity of the neo-Nazi artist Stonetoss.
- Critics emphasize Musk's active involvement in endorsing extremists on the platform, supporting their narratives, engaging with their profiles, and shielding them from thorough examinations.
- Despite X's efforts to suppress information, individuals persisted in sharing specifics regarding the Stonetoss investigation by disclosing Graebener's name.
- Following the removal of their content, individuals previously limited for disclosing Graebener's identity have had their access restored. However, the timeline for Caraballo's account reactivation remains uncertain. Furthermore, the suspension of the Anonymous Comrade Collective account persists.
‘Just tell him to dance and ski on the pitch and sit back’: Pitso lauds Themba Zwane
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Mashatile leads a task team to address water crisis: Deputy President Paul Mashatile said the task team would meet after the Easter holidays.
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Cash-in-transit heists are one of the most dramatic illustrations of a crime wave that’s shocked even the most hardened South Africans ... Show more
SAA’s failed sale may signal the beginning of its end: On its own, the airline will gradually wind its way down to liquidation – if its board takes no swift ...
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WATCH: South African singer-songwriter Tyla, who won the inaugural Best African Music Performance award at the #GRAMMYs in February ... Show more
Educor in South Africa: Thousands of students in limbo after 'dysfunctional' colleges banned
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Speaker’s home raided in corruption investigation: The National Prosecuting Authority confirmed the search and seizure operation a fortnight after Nosiviwe ...
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Quick Glance: Police Operation at Mapisa-Nqakula's Residence, ID Concludes Investigations
- The residence of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in Johannesburg was searched by members of the Investigating Directorate (ID).
- About six officials arrived in three unmarked cars and were on site until mid-morning.
- A photographer from this publication visited the house and observed several vehicles with police officers.
- The investigation began six months ago and was known to only a few within the ID.
S.African insurer Old Mutual reports 28% rise in full-year profit: South African insurer Old Mutual Ltd reported a 28% rise in full-year earnings on Wednesday as ...
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What's stalling Africa's switch to electric vehicles?: There are millions of aging gas-guzzling cars on African roads — but some new, clean shoots between them ...
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Ramaphosa welcomes fresh measures by ICJ amidst Gaza famine: President Cyril Ramaphosa said they welcomed fresh measures ordered by the International Court of ...
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ANC’s continued support of Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula signals it is not serious about stopping corruption
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Quick Glance: ANC's Support for Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula Indicates Lack of Seriousness in Anti-Corruption Efforts
- The Speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, is facing pressure and receiving political support from the ANC despite facing arrest for alleged cash bribes during her tenure as Minister of Defence.
- Mapisa-Nqakula has taken special leave and is attempting to prevent her arrest by demanding access to all investigation files, indicating a false assumption that she should receive special treatment.
- Discussions regarding Mapisa-Nqakula's potential removal as Speaker are led politically, not legally, signaling that the ANC is not serious about combating corruption if they continue to show support for her.
- The decision on whether Mapisa-Nqakula can remain as Speaker is seen as a political choice reflecting the values and principles of parties in Parliament, signaling whether the party is serious about rooting out corruption within its ranks.
From 30 to 200: Naledi Chirwa last on EFF list after Malema’s cold shoulder to her apology letter
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Bail for Donald Trump: what happens if he can't pay?: Things are getting tight for Donald Trump: he has to post 454 million US dollars bail ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Secures Pause on $454 Million Civil Fraud Judgment
- Donald Trump wins the ability to pause his $454 million civil fraud judgment by posting a $175 million bond within 10 days.
- A mid-level state appellate court grants Trump's request to delay enforcement of a February 16 judgment while considering his appeal.
- Presidential candidate Trump continues to raise funds for his campaign and legal costs as he faces four upcoming criminal trials.
- Trump's legal team seeks a delay in a New York state criminal trial over hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, revealing new federal documents.
WATCH | Former DA Mayor, Bongani Baloyi alleged that there was a slush fund used for the party's political campaign. DA leader John Steenhuisen tells Lizeka ... Show more
South African opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, said it may be open to an alliance with the ruling African National Congress if it loses the elections ... Show more
Quick Glance: South Africa's Main Opposition Party Considers ANC Deal
- South Africa's second most popular party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), would consider a deal with the ruling African National Congress (ANC) if the ANC fails to secure the majority in the upcoming elections.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa or a successor would require a coalition to stay in power, as South Africa's parliament elects the president.
- The DA has formed alliances with smaller parties to garner the necessary votes for a takeover, including a focus on privatizing the power sector and reducing bureaucratic obstacles in the private sector.
- DA leader John Steenhuisen emphasized the party's stance on privatization and streamlining operations in the private sector, steering away from state providers like Eskom.
Vote of no confidence? Malema announces Shivambu’s exit from KZN: The Economic Freedom Fighters leader said the party’s secretary general, Marshall Dlamini ...
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MacKenzie Scott doubles donations in spite of Elon Musk's accusations: Scott says she's donating $640 million to more than 360 nonprofits. The sum is more than ...
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Quick Glance: MacKenzie Scott Increases Donations Despite Elon Musk's Accusations
- MacKenzie Scott continues to generously donate to charitable organizations despite Elon Musk's criticisms.
- She has raised her planned donation pledge from $250 million to $640 million.
- The organization Lever for Change is assisting Scott with her philanthropic projects, with 361 organizations receiving either 1 or 2 million each.
- Scott's donations also include support for women's health and minority groups, along with a no-strings-attached approach towards her funding.
Urgent transformation needed in biodiversity sector, says Ramaphosa: A functioning biodiversity sector can help lower unemployment, the president said at a ...
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Speaker allegedly lied to evade arrest: The president reportedly said he would not meddle when told that Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula could be taken into custody over ...
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Elon Musk and top executive Shivon Zilis had twins last November: Court documents show that Elon Musk and a 36-year-old Neuralink executive, Shivon Zilis ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Top Executive Shivon Zilis Had Twins Last November
- Elon Musk and Shivon Zilis quietly had twins last November, changing their names to include Musk's last name and Zilis' last name as part of their middle name. The twins were born before Musk and Claire Boucher's second child in December.
- Musk, the wealthiest person globally, leads four companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink where Zilis works. He aimed to purchase Twitter for $44 billion and SpaceX paid a flight attendant $250,000 to keep quiet after allegations against Musk.
- Zilis is a rising figure in Musk's empire, involved in operational projects at Neuralink, including surgical trials with brain chips on monkeys and pigs. She shares intellectual passions with Musk, like space travel, transportation, and artificial intelligence.
- Musk has emphasized the importance of families and reproduction in shaping humanity's future, highlighting concerns about declining birth rates as a serious threat. He advocates for spreading humanity across multiple planets for species survival, expressing worry about declining population rates.
State to take significant step towards intervening in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
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Quick Glance: Ireland Plans to Intervene in Genocide Case Against Israel
- Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, announced that Ireland intends to intervene in the case initiated by South Africa against Israel under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice.
- Upon government approval, this action will be submitted to the court in The Hague for the case involving Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention.
- The legal basis for Ireland's intervention remains undetermined at this stage.
- Sustained pressure from the opposition led Ireland to decide to intervene in the South Africa v Israel case after a thorough analysis and consultation to address the significant violations of international humanitarian law.
US election: Nicole Shanahan reshuffles the cards - unexpected turnaround: In addition to Biden and Trump, there is also a prominent non-party candidate in the ...
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Elon Musk makes X premium features ‘free’ for all accounts with more than 2,500 verified followers: Details
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Call for Pandor to rescue ANC in Western Cape: Some in the party believe she could help it win back the province in the elections
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The Steinhoff story does not end with Jooste’s suicide, but it did begin with weak corporate governance
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Which Zuma is the right Zuma for me?: We have been blessed with not one, but two Zumas to possibly lead us after the elections. One nation ...
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The law has spoken:
🔴Speaker of the National Assembly ‘misled’ investigators about her whereabouts
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Xaba first South African to win Spar race in five years in Cape Town: Finally, a South African has won the Spar Women’s Challenge race for the first time in five ...
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X / Twitter use is down by nearly a quarter since the Musk Era started, report says
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New Lines is excited to announce that its work has been nominated for not just one but three @onewm awards: oneworldmedia.org.uk/awards/longlist-2024/ Short Documentary Award — "The Last ... Show more
Elon Musk is impressed with Cathie Wood's latest big vision: The ambitious investor caught Musk's eye with ARK's most recent prediction.
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ANC backs Duma, blames Buthelezi after royal microphone gaffe: The KwaZulu-Natal government claims the traditional prime minister wanted to ‘collapse’ royal ...
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Quick Glance: ANC Supports Duma, Blames Buthelezi After Royal Microphone Incident
- The KwaZulu-Natal government rallied around Economic and Tourism Minister Siboniso Duma and ANC Chair, apologizing for stopping Zulu traditional Prime Minister Thulasizwe Buthelezi from speaking in front of King MisuZulu ka Zwelithini.
- Duma received support from the cabinet and the ANC in the province for his intervention to prevent Buthelezi from criticizing the ANC at a government event honoring King DinuZulu ka Cetshwayo.
- Buthelezi's actions were seen as an attempt to embarrass the king and the provincial government, leading to fears of renewed tensions in the province, known for past political violence and recent targeted killings of political figures.
- The incident has raised concerns about potential unrest in the region, with calls for accountability from all parties involved in the controversial royal microphone incident.
MPs pass law to 'reverse intelligence evils' of the Jacob Zuma era: The National Assembly has passed the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill with ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-26-mps-pass-law-to-reverse-intelligence-evils-of-the-jacob-zuma-era/
Several senior African National Congress (ANC) members in Parliament, including Mandla Mandela, Collen Malatji and Sisisi Tolashe have been found guilty by the ... Show more
Elon Musk: I take ketamine, and that's in the interests of investors: Elon Musk emphasizes taking ketamine only as prescribed by a doctor.
derstandard.at/story/3000000212680/elon-musk-ketamin
MacKenzie Scott doubles donations in spite of Elon Musk's accusations: Scott says she's donating $640 million to more than 360 nonprofits. The sum is more than ...
businessinsider.com/mackenzie-scott-doubles-donations-in-spite-of-elon-musks-accusations-2024-3
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Quick Glance: MacKenzie Scott doubles donations despite Elon Musk's accusations
- MacKenzie Scott is criticized by Elon Musk for her philanthropy, but that doesn't stop her from donating.
- Scott more than doubled her planned $250 million donation pledge, increasing it to $640 million.
- Musk previously accused Scott of being a 'super rich ex-wife' who's destroying Western civilization.
Next Africa: Water Crisis Comes Two Months Before South African Election: Welcome to Next Africa, a twice-weekly newsletter on where the continent stands now — ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-22/next-africa-water-crisis-comes-two-months-before-south-african-election
Quick Glance: Water Crisis Hits South Africa Before Elections
- A long-anticipated crisis hits South Africa two months before elections.
- Protests erupt due to water shortage in Johannesburg.
- The ruling party faces challenges from the water supply crisis.
- The current water crisis in South Africa poses political risks.
Eight top travelling tips to keep you safe on the roads this Easter: The Easter weekend is nearly upon us and thousands of South Africans will be taking to the ...
timeslive.co.za/motoring/features/2024-03-26-eight-top-travelling-tips-to-keep-you-safe-on-the-roads-this-easter/
Video shows first Neuralink brain chip patient playing chess by moving cursor with thoughts
usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2024/03/22/neuralink-brain-chip-patient-noland-arbaugh/73064257007/
Quick Glance: Neuralink showcases paralyzed individual playing chess on laptop
- Elon Musk's brain science startup, Neuralink, provided a glimpse into how a quadriplegic person is using its brain implant to control a computer.
- Neuralink's first human patient, Noland Arbaugh, paralyzed below his shoulders, plays chess and turns off the laptop's music solely with his thoughts.
- Neuralink is one of at least three companies that have evidence of a functioning brain implant, with others like Blackrock Neurotech and Synchron having a head start.
- Scientists have noted Neuralink's significant progress, although the company's clinical trial is in early stages with limited public information available.
Poor governance exacerbates South Africa’s water crisis: South Africa is a semi-arid country whose rainfall patterns are changing as a result of global warming ...
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-03-23-poor-governance-exacerbates-south-africas-water-crisis/
This is how Speakers have been embroiled in scandals: Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has challenged her arrest in court.
iol.co.za/news/politics/this-is-how-speakers-have-been-embroiled-in-scandals-4f8e6228-2afa-432f-a7f8-12854627b812
Examiner's column: I hope Elon Musk solves my front door problem: Looking for the ideal lock alternative? Our columnist has already tried everything ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/kolumnen/pruefers-kolumne-ich-hoffe-elon-musk-loest-mein-haustuerproblem/100027551.html
Fewer people using Elon Musk’s X as it struggles to keep users: The number of people using X daily is falling, more than a year after tech billionaire Elon Musk ...
nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/fewer-people-using-elon-musks-x-struggles-keep-users-rcna144115
Malema: ‘Comrades, make children. Don’t be lazy. We will double grants’: EFF leader Julius Malema, no stranger to making controversial speeches ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-22-malema-comrades-make-children-dont-be-lazy-we-will-double-grants/
Quick Glance: Malema: Doubling Social Grants and Support for Disabled Individuals
- Julius Malema encourages having children and promises to double social grants during a manifesto launch event in East London.
- The party's plan includes increasing grants for older people from R2,090 to R4,180, grants for people with disabilities from R2,090 to R4,180, and grants for children from R510 to R1,020.
- Malema believes doubling social grants would help reduce poverty and emphasizes that his call for childbearing is directed at adults, not children.
- The EFF leader promises that under his government, people with disabilities will receive state-built houses within a year and calls for better support for this population.
Discovery 'set to exceed' target of 1-million banking clients by 2026: Financial services provider, Discovery Group, said it was on track to exceed its ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/business/business/2024-03-24-discovery-set-to-exceed-target-of-1-million-banking-clients-by-2026/
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Western Cape ANC leaders send SOS to Naledi Pandor as they search for premier candidate, in the #SundayTimesZA tomorrow.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said Cabinet will not comment on the latest spat between Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan and the ... Show more
Residents in a coastal South African town reacted with shock after the apparent suicide of former Steinhoff chief executive Markus Jooste www.reuters.com/world/africa/steinhoff-ex-ceo-had-expected-arrest-before-being-found-near-death-police-say-2024-03-22/
Quick Glance: Disgraced Former CEO Markus Jooste Reportedly Dies by Alleged Suicide
- Disgraced former CEO Markus Jooste has reportedly died from alleged suicide.
- According to reports, former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste allegedly ended his life through suicide.
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