Mexico earthquake triggers tsunami alert near Guatemala
A magnitude 7.3 Mexico earthquake near the Guatemala border triggered a brief tsunami alert on 17 July 2026, later lifted, with no casualties reported.
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Technology
Apple tops Nvidia as world’s most valuable company
Apple tops Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company after a volatile session, closing near $4.88 trillion as it barrels toward a $5 trillion valuation.
International
Chloe Fineman leaving SNL after seven seasons
Chloe Fineman is leaving SNL after seven seasons, telling fans it felt like the right time as she eyes Netflix’s ‘Myron Bolitar’ and a Prime Video role.
International
‘Home Alone 2’ pigeon lady, Brenda Fricker, dies at 81
Brenda Fricker, the Oscar-winning Irish actress and ‘Home Alone 2’ pigeon lady, has died at 81, with tributes pouring in from Ireland and Hollywood.
Crime
Precious stones robbery: two EMPD officers granted bail
Two EMPD officers were granted bail in the R14.9 million precious stones robbery case, as the court heard how the Killarney operation unfolded.
International
Anne Hathaway calls her third child a ‘buzzer-beater’
Anne Hathaway on her third child: the actress calls the surprise pregnancy her “buzzer-beater” and admits she was shocked it worked.
International
‘Daddy Issues’ returns for its third and final season
‘Daddy Issues’ season 3 is confirmed as the final run, with Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey returning for a six-part BBC Three farewell.
Technology
Gemini 3.5 Pro launch is targeted for 17 July 2026
The Gemini 3.5 Pro launch is targeted for 17 July 2026 after a full rebuild, though Google has not confirmed the date, specs or pricing.
News
Trump limits student and journalist visa durations
Trump caps student and journalist visas under a new rule ending open-ended stays, with four-year student limits and 240-day journalist windows.
Local
Seputla Sebogodi, ‘Generations’ actor, dies at 63
Veteran ‘Generations’ actor Seputla Sebogodi dies at 63 after diabetes complications, his family confirms, ending a career that spanned four decades.
International
Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez are back together
Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez are back together a decade on, after lyric changes on her ‘Eternal Sunshine Tour’ tipped off fans.
Viral News
FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony lineup revealed
The FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony lineup is set, with Post Malone headlining and Tom Cruise and Jennifer Hudson appearing before Sunday’s final.
Gaming
PS Plus July 2026 games headlined by ‘Psi-Ops’ on Premium
The PS Plus July 2026 games arrive with ‘Psi-Ops’ confirmed on Premium, ahead of the full Extra line-up reveal set for later the same day.
Health
Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes the fastest-growing ever
The Ebola outbreak in Congo is now the fastest-growing on the continent, with more than 700 dead and 80% of new cases untraceable by health teams.
Movies
‘Behemoth’ trailer arrives with a Pedro Pascal release date
The ‘Behemoth’ trailer gives Pedro Pascal a December cinema date in Tony Gilroy’s music drama, with Olivia Wilde and a nine-composer score.
Technology
OpenAI Codex Micro is its first hardware device
OpenAI Codex Micro, a macro pad built with Work Louder, launches on Wednesday with 13 keys, a joystick and six layers for Codex users.
News
Strait of Hormuz blockade reinstated by the US
The US reinstated its Strait of Hormuz blockade on Tuesday after its truce with Iran collapsed, disrupting global trade and lifting fuel prices.
Sports
Spain beat France to reach the World Cup final
Spain beat France 2-0 in Dallas to reach the 2026 World Cup final, with Oyarzabal and Porro scoring and De la Fuente calling his side unbeatable.
Lifestyle
How to choose school luggage and accessories that survive the school year
Learn how to choose school luggage that lasts the whole year. Check the stitching, zips, base and straps that separate durable bags from throwaways. Read more.
International
Millie Bobby Brown says Japan monks eased her anxiety
Millie Bobby Brown says a chase triggered a three-month anxiety attack, and a visit to Japanese monks finally pulled her out of the spiral.
International
‘Quarterback’ season 3 lands on Netflix from today
The ‘Quarterback’ season 3 release is here: every episode of the Netflix docuseries following Daniels, Mayfield, Flacco and Ward dropped at once from today.
International
Paramount and Warner Bros merger hit by states lawsuit
Twelve states have filed a Paramount Warner Bros merger lawsuit to block the $110 billion Hollywood deal weeks after it won approval.
Technology
AI agent standard ARD backed by Google and Microsoft
A new AI agent standard, ARD, backed by Google, Microsoft and Salesforce, is being read as a counter to Anthropic and OpenAI in the agent layer.
International
Tom Segura and Christina P. separate after 18 years
Tom Segura and Christina P. separate after 18 years of marriage, with the amicable split confirmed on Monday as their podcast continues.
News
Jika Joe fire death toll rises after body found in rubble
The Jika Joe fire death toll rose on Monday as a body was found in the rubble, with 427 homes destroyed in Pietermaritzburg.
International
‘Love Island USA’ season 8 winners are Trinity and Bryce
Trinity Tatum and Bryce Dettloff are the ‘Love Island USA’ season 8 winners, splitting the $100 000 prize after the Peacock finale on Sunday.
News
South Africa migration crackdown removes 53 000 foreigners
More than 53 000 foreign nationals have been removed in South Africa’s migration crackdown since June 2026, with Malawians hardest hit.
Crime
Ndodana Tshuma court appearance begins UK extradition fight
The Ndodana Tshuma court appearance began in Johannesburg on Monday, opening extradition steps in the UK triple murder case. Here is everything we know.
News
SARS auto assessment 2026 dates and what taxpayers must do
The SARS auto assessment 2026 window ran 1 to 12 July, with refunds paid in 72 hours. Here are the dates, deadlines and what taxpayers must do.
International
Sam Neill death confirmed as ‘Jurassic Park’ actor dies at 78
The Sam Neill death was confirmed on 13 July 2026 as the ‘Jurassic Park’ actor died in Sydney at 78. Here is what his family said and how tributes are landing.