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Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein remarks

  United States President, Donald Trump, has threatened to sue South African comedian Trevor Noah over remarks he made about the late convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. Noah pulled no punches during his stint as host of the 68th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, where his commentary drew widespread attention and controversy. The latest Epstein files have named several high-profile individuals, including former South African president Jacob Zuma, former US […]

todayFebruary 2, 2026 145

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SA cinemas boycott Melania Trump documentary

South African cinemas have announced plans to boycott Melania Trump's documentary, which premieres globally today. Local distributor of international movies, Filmfinity, says it has decided not to release the documentary in South Africa, citing strained diplomatic relations between Washington and Pretoria, driven by disagreements over several international policy positions. Tensions between the two countries have been heightened by remarks from US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly claimed that a […]

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Nicki Minaj unfazed by criticism over her support for Trump

American rapper, Nicki Minaj, has dismissed criticism over her support for President Donald Trump, saying the backlash has only strengthened her backing of him. Minaj made the remarks while speaking at the Treasury Department’s Trump Accounts Summit in Washington on Wednesday night. Celebrities just want money Niki Minaj who's not producing very much of music anymore was seen holding hands with Donald Trump. " I support everything he does, he […]

todayJanuary 29, 2026 92

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Experts caution parents on sharing children’s photos online as school year begins

South African content regulator, the Film and Publication Board (FPB), is urging parents to be cautious when posting photos and videos of their children starting school on social media. While such posts often celebrate an important milestone, the FPB warns that images showing children in school uniforms, especially with visible school names, could put them at risk. The warning comes as governments around the world tighten regulations to protect children […]

todayJanuary 16, 2026 128

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Kai Cenat’s fans rally behind him amid criticism over his reading skills

Some social media users have come to the defence of American streamer and YouTuber, Kai Cenat, after he faced criticism for sharing videos of himself learning to read. The 24-year-old recently went viral after posting clips in which he stumbles over certain words and looks up their meanings — content many viewers described as relatable and inspiring. However, others mocked Cenat online, focusing on his difficulty pronouncing some words. okay […]

todayJanuary 15, 2026 336

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Presidency slams King Dalindyebo for spreading misinformation

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has criticised King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo for what she describes as the spread of misinformation. Ntshavheni says the King is incorrect to suggest that South Africa requires a referendum to determine its foreign policy stance, noting that the country has never used referendums for such decisions. She further linked his comments to narratives originating in the United States and organisations such as AfriForum. King Dalindyebo […]

todayDecember 10, 2025 96

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SA Guild of Actors sounds alarm over rising AI use in film and TV

The South African Guild of Actors (SAGA) has raised concerns over the growing use of Artificial Intelligence in film and television, warning that the technology is already displacing performers in an industry with almost no regulatory safeguards. The concerns mirror those raised in the United States, where actors have long cautioned that AI could replace human roles or replicate their likeness without proper compensation. Jenna Ortega speaks out on the […]

todayDecember 2, 2025 109 1

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SA will remain an active, constructive G20 member: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will remain a full, active and constructive member of the G20 — dismissing what he calls the United States’ theatrics. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened to bar South Africa from the G20 summit when America takes over the presidency in 2026. Trump has doubled down on false claims of white killings in South Africa — the same assertions behind his boycott […]

todayNovember 27, 2025 68 1

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Expert warns youth on cannabis risks as daily use hits record highs

SA Drug Policy researcher, Shaun Shelly, says rising global cannabis use has placed growing pressure on health systems, and South Africa should prepare for the same trend. Shelly says international research shows that as daily cannabis use increases, more young people are seeking help for anxiety, dependency, and impaired functioning linked to heavy use. "We have seen an increase in youth use because people are being prescribed it medically more, […]

todayNovember 26, 2025 95