Gavin Baker data centres claim sparks fresh debate
Gavin Baker data centres comments cast the AI build-out as a blue-collar jobs boom, even as opposition to the projects grows across the United States.
Technology
International
Tiger Woods DUI plea change ends in a driving ban
The Tiger Woods DUI plea change in Florida saw the charge reduced to reckless driving, and the golfer left court facing a lengthy driving ban.
News
Madlanga Commission resumes hearings in 2026: What to expect today and how to watch live
Live updates from the Madlanga Commission: the inquiry is in a seven day recess and resumes on Monday 14 September 2026. Watch today’s hearing and catch up on what’s happened so far.
Viral News
Paul LeDuc dies at 89 as wrestling world mourns
Paul LeDuc dies at 89, closing the book on the LeDuc Brothers, a Quebec tag team built on a friendship and one very real ring wedding.
International
Ford Field accident after Ed Sheeran concert injures six
Ford Field accident after Ed Sheeran concert leaves six crew injured in Detroit. The venue has opened a review into the post-show load-out.
Technology
Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch outpaces Hubble
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch has NASA chasing dark matter and exoplanets, with a field of view Hubble could never match.
News
Level 4 weather warning issued for parts of South Africa
A level 4 weather warning for South Africa covers rain, wind and a sharp cold snap from Thursday, with more disruptive conditions due over the weekend.
Sports
Messi retires from international football at 39
Lionel Messi retires from international football at 39, closing a 21-year Argentina career that ended weeks after the 2026 World Cup final.
Lifestyle
Weekly horoscope 31 August-6 September 2026: What the stars have in store
Your horoscope 31 August-6 September 2026: Jupiter meets Saturn as Virgo season sharpens focus for all 12 zodiac signs.
News
South Africa petrol price increase confirmed for September
The South Africa petrol price increase takes effect on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, as motorists face higher fuel costs and rising retail margins.
Sports
Patrick Mahomes ACL return targeted for Chiefs opener
Patrick Mahomes ACL return is on the clock as Kansas City open against Denver, with the nine-month surgery mark falling just after kick-off.
Sports
Djokovic chases 25th grand slam title at US Open
Djokovic 25th grand slam bid begins in New York, with Sinner out injured and Alcaraz back. Inside his form, his record and what stands in the way.
Local
‘BBNaija’ double eviction sends Sultex and Goddessa home
The ‘BBNaija’ double eviction cut two housemates loose in one night, and a save twist plus a veto decided who was left standing.
News
US strikes Iranian rocket launchers in Strait of Hormuz
US strikes Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island as Washington moves to secure Hormuz shipping, and Tehran promises a costly reply.
Lifestyle
Steph Curry Li-Ning sneakers land on China tour
Steph Curry Li-Ning sneakers arrive in limited numbers as the guard’s first tour with the Chinese brand takes over four cities in September.
International
Andrew Garfield ‘Robin Hood’ confusion grips fans online
Andrew Garfield ‘Robin Hood’ rumours swirled after a tagline for his 1381 rebellion film went out without the UK distributor’s blessing.
Crime
Tembisa Hospital tender fraud suspect arrested at OR Tambo
The Hawks have made a Tembisa Hospital tender fraud arrest at OR Tambo, with the unnamed 37-year-old businessman due in the Palm Ridge court on Monday.
Gaming
‘State of Decay 3’ closed beta confirmed before 2027 launch
Undead Labs is widening the ‘State of Decay 3’ closed beta to more players and platforms, with the zombie survival sequel due to land in 2027.
International
‘Terminal List Dark Wolf’ surges back up Prime Video chart
‘Terminal List Dark Wolf’ is back in the Prime Video top 10 a year on, and the flagship’s second season already has a date locked in.
Sports
Springbok legend Joggie Jansen dies aged 78 in Namibia
Springbok legend Joggie Jansen has died at 78 in Namibia. Inside the 10 Test caps, the Loftus tackle and the 1976 Currie Cup title.
News
NSFAS Funza Lushaka payments confirmed for six universities
NSFAS Funza Lushaka payments have unlocked allowances for 2 927 student teachers, but a large share of the bursary money is still unclaimed.
Lifestyle
Glow Johannesburg 2026 tickets open for October event
GLOW Johannesburg 2026 tickets are on sale for the 3 October wellness event at Fourways Mall, now running two sessions after early demand.
Technology
Intel NAND sale looks like a costly miss in the AI era
The Intel NAND sale to SK hynix looked like sharp strategy in 2020, until AI memory demand pushed Micron past double Intel’s market value.
Events
Notting Hill Carnival 2026 hits its diamond jubilee
Notting Hill Carnival 2026 turns 60 this bank holiday, with J’Ouvert, the Main Parade and more than 30 sound systems taking over west London.
International
Kai Cenat viral video is a case of mistaken identity
A Kai Cenat viral video of a police assault is doing the rounds, but the man pulled from the car in Arkansas was never the Twitch streamer.
Sports
Joe Lauzon BKFC debut ends in Fenway Park stoppage
The Joe Lauzon BKFC debut ended in a second-round stoppage at Fenway Park, closing a seven-year absence at the first bare-knuckle card held there.
Viral News
N1 crash near Polokwane kills driver, injures 12 officers
An N1 crash near Polokwane left one motorist dead and 12 police officers hurt, eight of them seriously, after a head-on collision on Friday night.
International
Jackie Glass dies: OJ Simpson trial judge was 70
Jackie Glass dies at 70 in Las Vegas, the Nevada judge who sentenced OJ Simpson to 33 years, with her daughter confirming the death on Facebook.
International
Ina Garten podcast trailer teases a kitchen chat show
The Ina Garten podcast ‘Happy Hour’ dropped its first trailer, filmed in her New York apartment kitchen, with Jeffrey Garten along for the drink.
Sports
Jai Arrow Rabbitohs return ends in tears at Skilled Park
The Jai Arrow Rabbitohs return lasted seconds at Skilled Park, three months after the South Sydney forward disclosed his motor neurone disease diagnosis.