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Australia's disciplined bowling attack sealed a dominant 214-run victory over South Africa on Day 5 of the Test in Durban, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series. The visitors laid their foundation for their victory earlier in the match, with Matt Renshaw producing a career-best Test knock of 190 to propel Australia to 390. South Africa responded with 284, anchored by resilient knocks from […]
With local government elections fast approaching, some young people in Tshwane are sending a clear message to politicians, that they are tired of promises that sound good on the campaign trail but fail to translate into meaningful change in their communities. More than 29 million South Africans are registered to vote in the upcoming elections, representing about 62% of the eligible voting population. While some young voters remain cautiously optimistic […]
A Johannesburg inner-city resident says she is being forced to relocate from her home after surviving six weeks without electricity in the inner city. Sindiswa Hlela, who lives at the Colosseum building in Marshalltown, says the decision to move was unplanned, leaving her without the financial means to cover the unexpected expense. Speaking to YNews on Tuesday, Hlela said living in Johannesburg's inner city has initially been a matter of […]
South Africans could face more than scorching temperatures this summer, as a potentially powerful El Niño event raises concerns about costly damage to homes, vehicles and household equipment. The phenomenon is expected to intensify towards the end of 2026 and into early 2027, with temperatures potentially reaching one and three degrees Celsius above average in parts of the country. This could increase the risk of heatwaves, prolonged drought and devastating […]
American music mogul, Sean "Diddy" Combs, has reportedly been hospitalised after suffering a head injury while in prison in New Jersey, United States. The 56-year-old was reportedly taken by ambulance from the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix to a nearby hospital. His injury has however been described as non-life-threatening, while his lawyers say they are working to establish what happened. Combs is currently serving a 50-month sentence after being convicted […]
Surprisingly Good Sets: Halloween Edition is taking over Dracula’s Castle with a flavour that’s wickedly good! To attend, we asked you to bring the flavour by describing the taste of the limited-edition Flying Fish Passion Fruit & Lemon can on socials, tagging Y and Flying Fish for a chance at double tickets! Flying Fish. Surprisingly Good. Drink responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Ts and […]
The Proteas need 319 runs with just six wickets in hand heading into the final day of the first Test against Australia in Durban. Australia asserted their dominance over their hosts at the end of Day 4, needing just six more wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series. Resuming at 33/0 after bad light brought a premature end to Day 3, Australia […]
A case that has left Atteridgeville reeling has taken another turn, with a self-proclaimed pastor and his two alleged wives facing a string of serious charges linked to the rape of a 43-year-old woman and the murder of her four-month-old baby. The trio appeared together for the first time at the Atteridgeville Magistrate’s Court on Monday, with proceedings postponed to Friday, 16 October. Thirty-six-year-old, Caiphus Mkhawana, was arrested on Saturday […]
At least 203,794 candidates are expected to sit for the 2026 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations in Gauteng, with authorities tightening security measures amid growing concerns over sophisticated technology being used to cheat. The exams begin on Tuesday and run until 26 November, marking the largest matric examination cohort in the province's history. Gauteng Education MEC, Lebogang Maile, confirmed the province's readiness during a briefing in Johannesburg on Monday, saying […]
The murder trial involving the parents of four-year-old "Baby Nikita" has been delayed yet again, with the Johannesburg High Court unable to proceed after another ongoing trial took priority. Judge William Karam told the court on Monday that a directive from the Acting Deputy Judge President required him to prioritise the part-heard matter involving four accused, which is expected to occupy the courtroom until 26 October. The latest postponement adds […]
