Florida man arrested for killing girlfriend and feeding toddler to alligator
The boy was found in Lake Maggiore the following day after authorities were alerted to an alligator that appeared to have something in its jaws.
Crime
Technology
Reddit jumps on the short video feed bandwagon
Reddit has also decided to join other social media platforms on having a short video feed.
Viral News
Watch: ANC supporter feeds child alcohol, hookah [video]
An ANC supporter was seen feeding a child alcohol and hookah in a clip that’s gone viral.
News
South Africa GDP beat forecast in Q1 2026 with 0.5% growth
Stats SA released Q1 2026 GDP data on Tuesday, 9 June 2026: South Africa’s economy grew 0.5%, beating forecasts and extending six quarters of growth.
Cape Town Buzz
Comic Con Cape Town 2027 moves to larger venue for April
Comic Con Cape Town 2027 tickets go on sale on Howler later this year as the festival moves to CTICC 1 for 24 to 27 April 2027.
Local
Tyla goes dark on all platforms ahead of A*Pop album drop
Tyla deactivated her X and TikTok accounts and set Instagram to private weeks before her ‘A*Pop’ album drops on 24 July 2026.
Events
Eurovision 2026 kicks off in Vienna tonight as semi-final one launches the competition
Eurovision 2026 semi-final 1 kicks off tonight in Vienna with 15 countries competing. The live show broadcasts on 12 May, with the Grand Final on 16 May.
News
Iran fires missiles and drones at UAE as Fujairah oil refinery burns and ceasefire falters
Iran launched missiles and drones at the UAE on 4 May 2026, striking the Fujairah oil refinery and pushing the fragile US-Iran ceasefire to the brink.
News
Emfuleni municipal manager in court today over Vaal River sewage pollution
Emfuleni municipal manager April Ntuli appears in court today on five charges of Vaal River sewage pollution. Here’s the background to the case.
News
Hundreds march through Johannesburg CBD demanding crackdown on illegal immigration
ActionSA led an immigration march through Johannesburg’s CBD on April 30, 2026, demanding tighter controls on undocumented foreign nationals.
News
South Africa faces possible interest rate hike and petrol price above R30 per litre
SARB Governor Kganyago warns against complacency as South Africa’s petrol price approaches R30 per litre and interest rate hikes return to the table.
News
Iran reimposed Strait of Hormuz closure after gunboats fire on tanker, threatening SA fuel prices
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz on 18 April 2026 after gunboats fired on a tanker, threatening to push South Africa’s fuel prices even higher in May.
News
Eskom agrees 7% annual wage increase for employees in three-year deal
Eskom has agreed a 7% annual wage increase for employees in a three-year deal, with implications for the utility’s restructuring finances and future NERSA tariff applications.
Lifestyle
How to win marketing tenders: A complete guide
inning marketing tenders is not just about writing a good proposal, but it is also about preparation before bidding, building relationships with clients, and showing your worth.
Viral News
Boere Bond UK diplomat expelled from Russia as FSB claims spy plot
Russia has expelled British diplomat Janse van Rensburg on FSB spy claims, with the Boere Bond framing drawing South African attention to the dispute.
News
Trump Iran 48 hour ultimatum puts Strait of Hormuz and SA fuel price on edge
Trump’s Iran 48 hour ultimatum threatens Strait of Hormuz shutdown as rescued US airmen return and SA fuel price, rand and Brent crude face fresh risk.
News
Food prices rising in South Africa as Middle East war drives global costs higher
Food prices rising in South Africa will accelerate as the UN’s FAO confirms a 2.4% global commodity price spike in March linked to the Iran war and energy costs.
Technology
WhatsApp group chat upgrade solves major headache
WhatsApp group chat update introduces threaded replies to reduce clutter in large conversations. Here’s what it means for users.
Lifestyle
Horoscope readings for this week: 16 – 22 February 2026
This week’s horoscopes explain how a New Moon and solar eclipse, plus the Sun’s move into Pisces, shape focus, emotions and communication across all zodiac signs.
Technology
Artemis II launch: What is happening now, who is flying and how to watch NASA’s Moon mission
NASA is moving closer to the Artemis II launch as engineers test the rocket and spacecraft that will carry astronauts on a historic journey around the Moon.
Lifestyle
Horoscope readings for this week: 2 – 8 February 2026
This week’s horoscopes explain how the waning Moon and steady planetary movements influence focus, emotions and decision-making across all zodiac signs.
News
South African petrol price: Here’s what to expect in February 2026
CEF’s 27 January update shows petrol still in strong over-recovery, while diesel is modest, hinting at uneven February cuts.
Sports
Bafana Bafana at AFCON 2025 and beyond: fixtures, results, squad updates and what’s next in 2026
Bafana Bafana’s AFCON 2025 campaign continues into January 2026, with knockout fixtures, squad updates and World Cup preparations tracked in this regularly updated hub.
Crime
Cash-in-transit heist in Thokoza leaves 14-year-old girl wounded
A cash-in-transit heist in Thokoza left a 14-year-old girl wounded by a stray bullet as robbers bombed an armoured van and fled with cash.
News
Olievenhoutbosch power outage: Centurion substation fire sparks Christmas supply fears
The Olievenhoutbosch power outage after a substation fire has left Centurion residents worried about Christmas Day electricity.
Gaming
GTA mansion update ‘A Safehouse in the Hills’ launches today with Michael de Santa’s GTA Online return
The GTA mansion update brings Michael de Santa back with three new mansions, fresh missions and luxury cars dropping into GTA Online.
Travel
School holidays and December travel: the best (and worst) weeks to hit the road in 2025
With public schools closing on 10 December, South Africa’s December travel rush peaks around mid-month and again just after New Year – here’s when to drive instead.
Technology
Apple Replay vs Spotify Wrapped 2025: Your music stats and the new data war
We break down Apple Replay 2025 and Spotify Wrapped, what each shows you, and what this year’s data race reveals about streaming power and privacy.
News
WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission enters final week as Senzo Mchunu takes the stand [video]
The Madlanga Commission enters its final week of 2025 hearings, with Senzo Mchunu set for a crucial grilling and key Ekurhuleni witnesses still to testify.
News
When do South African schools close – and what parents must do before 10 December 2025
Parents asking when do schools close December 2025 South Africa get a clear answer plus a checklist for reports and 2026 admissions.