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Trump dismisses Musk's call after public fallout, considers selling Tesla

US President Donald Trump has decided against speaking with billionaire Elon Musk following a dramatic public fallout, with the White House confirming that Trump may even part ways with his Tesla.

AFP|Published

No Permanent Friends nor Foes in Global Politics

The idea of the world changing has become a habit, year-on-year, that statement provides no new information. Nonetheless, this opinion points out that what is happening [with strong support] is that global relationships are changing–old friends have become foes and new friends have been foes. This particular change rings true for the US and elsewhere. It also provides hope for ongoing disagreements, conflicts and war.

Cole Jackson|Published

Watch VideoDonald Trump vs Elon Musk | How the bromance ended

Trump and Musk hurled insults at each other on social media -- with Musk even posting, without proof, that Trump was referenced in government documents on disgraced financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

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Court blocks Trump's new ban on foreign students at Harvard

US President Donald Trump's effort to stop foreign students from enrolling at Harvard has been blocked, for now.

AFP|Published

India police arrest two after deadly cricket stampede

Two people have been arrested following a deadly stampede in India that claimed the lives of 11 people.

AFP|Published

Watch VideoElon Musk goes to war with Donald Trump, drops 'big bomb' in dramatic public fallout

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s once-glowing alliance imploded in spectacular fashion as the US president lashed out at his former top donor over criticism of a major spending bill — prompting Musk to retaliate with accusations of ingratitude, veiled Epstein references and hints at forming a new political party. The feud wiped over $100 billion off Tesla’s value and exposed deep fractures within the Republican power elite.

AFP|Published

'Very disappointed' Trump in stunning live break-up with Musk

In a stunning turn of events it seems the bromance between Trump and Musk has come to an abrupt end.

AFP|Updated

Madleen aid ship under threat: Can it deliver vital supplies to Gaza?

A humanitarian vessel, the Madleen, is on a critical mission to deliver aid to Gaza while facing drone surveillance and threats from Israeli authorities. With 12 activists on board, including Greta Thunberg, the ship's journey raises alarms among international observers and human rights organisations.

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

BRICS+ Series: Iran’s Solar Energy Takeoff

Iran is rapidly emerging as a renewable energy powerhouse, making bold strides in solar energy expansion that signal a transformative shift—not just for the country, but for the broader BRICS+ alliance. In the past Iranian year alone (ending March 2025), Iran added an impressive 600 megawatts (MW) of solar power to its national grid—four times the previous annual average. This surge represents a turning point for both Iran's energy policy and the global South's efforts to build energy resilience and independence.

Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published