Menlyn Retail Park fire: Here’s everything we know [photo]
Thick plumes of smoke rose from a building in and around Menlyn Retail Park, causing a frenzy among bewildered onlookers.
Viral News
Crime
Michael Ncube: Court hears how accused serial child rapist targeted his victims
Michael Ncube, an accused child rapist, allegedly went to extreme lengths to lure his victims.
Crime
Rustenburg man assassinated on Kock Street and it was caught on CCTV [video]
A Rustenburg man was assassinated outside a coffee shop, on Kock Street, on Wednesday morning, and the entire ordeal was caught on CCTV.
News
Theuns Stofberg dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Stofberg’s indelible imprint in rugby history reflects a journey illuminated by both triumph and the challenges inherent in the pursuit of excellence.
Viral News
Fousey arrested for bizarre self-swat but – Did Ganval have anything to do with it? [video]
Viral streamer Fousey was arrested by Miami police for swatting himself in a bizarre attempt at exacting his revenge on Ganval.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: Forensics expert found a second bullet projectile at the crime scene
Thobeka Mhlahlo, a forensic expert, testified that she discovered a second projectile at the scene of Senzo Media’s murder.
Crime
This Kimberley man linked to fatal Diamond Mall police shooting [video]
Following an intensive manhunt, the suspect, a 38-year-old male who apparently hijacked a Transnet bakkie and subsequently drove towards Riverton, was arrested.
Local
Derek Watts dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
The legacy of Derek Watts will forever echo in the annals of journalism, leaving an indelible mark on the craft he embraced with unwavering dedication.
Crime
Watch: Horror Durban cash-in-transit caught on camera [video]
Durban onlookers watched on in horror as armed suspects pulled off a daring cash-in-transit heist near Russell and Victoria Street.
Crime
Babita Deokaran killers plead guilty: Here’s everything we know
Six suspect accused of killing whistleblower Babita Deokaran pleaded guilty on Tuesday, a day before the anniversary of her assassination.
International
Gunplay goes dark on social media following domestic violence arrest
Gunplay was arrested for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, domestic violence, false imprisonment, and child abuse.
International
Antonio Brown arrest warrant: Ex-NFL star wanted for unpaid child support
According to court documents, Antonio Brown failed to make a child support payment of $15 000 to his ex-partner, Wiltrice Jackson.
Crime
Watch: Brazen Durban cellphone snatcher caught on CCTV [video]
A Durban cellphone snatcher was caught on CCTV targeting an unsuspecting woman on Musgrave Road. Here’s the footage of the robbery.
International
Billy McFarland: Convicted fraudster reboots Fyre Festival II with tickets selling for $7 999
Billy McFarland, a convicted fraudster, is back on the circuit selling Fyre Festival II tickets for as much as $7 999.
Technology
Meta plans to roll out Threads web app a month after bleeding users
Meta has announced plans to roll out the Threads web app in the near future, a month after losing close to 80% of its users.
Gaming
Charles Martinet: Legendary ‘Mario’ voice actor retires after three decades
Charles Martinet, the voice actor behind ‘Mario’ is retiring. Here’s what lies ahead for the voice behind your favourite Nintendo characters.
Sports
Who is Richard Arnold? – Here’s everything we know about Man United’s ‘under-fire’ CEO
Who is Richard Arnold? Here’s everything you must know about the Manchester United CEO at the centre of the Mason Greenwood saga.
Sports
Mason Greenwood dropped by Manchester United: Here’s how the footballer reacted
Mason Greenwood unpacked his feelings in a lengthy statement, following the decision taken by Manchester United to terminate his contract.
Crime
Lucy Letby: UK neonatal nurse gets ‘whole-life’ for killing seven babies
Lucy Letby, a former neonatal nurse found guilty of killing seven babies, is one of three living women to be handed a whole-life sentence.
Crime
Makgophong security guard wanted in connection with family double murder
A security officer from Makgophong is wanted by the police for his alleged involvement in the murder of his wife’s cousin and sister-in-law.
News
Protea Glen power outage planned for this week: Here’s what you must know
The power outage will specifically impact customers in Protea Glen Extensions 22, 24, 28, and 44, on Friday, 25 August 2023.
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Sinkhole swallows Lavender Hill garbage truck [video]
Lavender Hill residents watched in awe when a garbage truck was swallowed by a sinkhole, a gob-smacking sighting that was caught on camera.
Crime
Little Thato Ralesile: Search for missing Pudimoe toddler enters second day
Thato Ralesile was playing outside in her aunt’s yard when she was last seen on Saturday afternoon around 17:00.
News
Reserve Bank clears Ramaphosa of wrongdoing in Phala Phala farm saga
The Reserve Bank confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa has been cleared of any violations in the Phala Phala farm case.
Crime
Iran Mathonsi: Marikana woman remanded in custody for allegedly kidnapping teen girl
Iran Mathonsi, a 43-year-old woman, was arrested for her role in the alleged kidnapping of a 17-year-old teen girl.
Viral News
Mariah Casillas nude fundraiser for Maui wildfires gets taken down by GoFundMe
Mariah Casillas launched a nude fundraiser for the Maui fundraiser but GoFundMe didn’t particularly agree with her explicit incentive.
Crime
Watch: Brazen Boksburg double murder caught on CCTV [video]
The community of Boksburg is reeling in shock after a brazen double murder that occurred on Friday, 18 August 2023, was caught on CCTV.
Technology
Twitter block feature will be discontinued in next update, Elon Musk confirms
Elon Musk confirmed that the Twitter block feature will be disabled in the next update. Here’s everything you need to know.
News
Gauteng education dept shuts down Crowthorne Academy: Here’s what will happen to the pupils
The Gauteng Education Department confirmed Crowthorne Academy has been shut down indefinitely. Here’s what it means for the pupils.
Cape Town Buzz
SANTACO court interdict application dismissed: Here’s what it means for taxi impoundments
The dismissal of SANTACO’s interdict application implies that the City of Cape Town retains the authority to impound taxis when necessary.