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Gqeberha shop manager fined R87,000 for selling counterfeit Apple accessories

Harrikumar Patel, the manager of a Gqeberha shop, has been fined R87,000 for selling counterfeit Apple accessories, highlighting the ongoing battle against intellectual property crime in South Africa.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

When machines write the news and humans spot the mistakes

Robots as reporters? Il Foglio's daring AI newspaper experiment reveals surprising successes, embarrassing failures, and a crucial lesson about what truly makes journalism valuable in the digital age.

Saturday Star News
The Washington Post|Published

Did Elon Musk really abandon his child? Unpacking the truth behind the viral video

Elon Musk finds himself at the centre of a viral storm after clips of him on stage with his son sparked outrage. But is the truth behind the narrative more complicated than it seems?

Lifestyle Family Parenting
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Is Grade 13 coming to South Africa? Education department sets the record straight

Are South African schools really adding a Grade 13? The Department of Basic Education clarifies the truth behind viral claims.

News Education
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Health Department says counterfeit condoms not certified to prevent HIV and unwanted pregnancies

Department of Health is urging people to use free condoms from public healthcare facilities, and condoms sold at reputable shops.

News South Africa Gauteng
Jonisayi Maromo|Published