The Pink Brain

MOSCOW (Feb 26): Moscow said on Friday it was partially limiting access to Meta Platforms Inc’s Facebook, accusing it of “censoring” Russian media, announcing the measure a day after Russia invaded Ukraine and the...

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International news

Ukraine prohibits men 18-60 from leaving

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has prohibited men between the ages of 18-60 from leaving the country. Calling for a general mobilization of his citizens, Zelenskyy said the Ukraine has been left alone to...

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Sports

Much-improved Lions go down 21-13 to Leinster

Johannesburg – The Lions played their best rugby of the year but still lost 21-13 to perennial Uniter Rugby Championship champions Leinster in Dublin on Friday evening, but they can hold their heads up...

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Editor's Choice

Ramaphosa breaks his silence about Ukraine-Russia

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the situation shouldn’t be unfolding as it is when there are options like mediation and negotiation. President Cyril Ramaphosa has joined the chorus of world leaders condemning Russia’s ongoing attacks...

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Politics South African news

Ramaphosa calls for urgent mediation to end Russia vs Ukraine war

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for mediation and engagement to end the war unfolding between Russia and Ukraine, which is threatening to lead to what some suggest will be “World War 3″. Ramaphosa was...

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Local Politics South African news

‘I stand with Russia’ — Duduzile Zuma

Former president Jacob Zuma’s daughter Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has made her allegiance clear in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, praising Russian president Vladimir Putin and calling him “president of the world”. Ukraine said more...

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Local South African news

BREAKING NEWS: Light aircraft has just crashed near Lanseria Airport

Emergency services are currently on the scene where a light aircraft has just crashed near the Lanseria Airport. According to Emer-G-Med spokesperson Kyle van Reenen, paramedics responded just after 10:00 on Friday. “Emer-G-Med paramedics...

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Local South African news

Road closures expected as truckers protest over foreign nationals

The South African Police Service (Saps) has warned of impending “disruptive action” from the All Truck Drivers Forum (ATDF) as members rally for a protest over the weekend. ATDF secretary-general Sifiso Nyathi on Thursday...

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International news South African news

‘We are stranded, A 19-year-old South African medical student in Ukraine

A 19-year-old South African medical student in Kharkiv, Ukraine, feels helpless and stranded after Russia invaded the country. Speaking to News24 on Thursday evening, Zwivhuya Machaba said Wednesday was a typical day. However, today...

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Celebrity gossip Entertainment Lifestyle

Connie Ferguson dragged for comment after Ricky Rick’s death

It has been a sad day here in Mzansi after the death of rapper Riky Rickwas finally confirmed. Social media has been flooding with messages of condolences and love to the family and we...

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Crime Local South African news

Rosettenville’s 460 Round Shots Showdown!

A STAGGERING 460 shots were fired at the police ambush where eight thugs died on Monday, 21 February. The area was turned into a war zone as tough cops and a well-trained heist gang...

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Politics South African news

EFF’s Julius Malema set to return to court for firearm-related court case