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House fire in Phoenix claims life of man, leaves woman severely injured

A house fire in Phoenix has resulted in one death and a woman sustaining severe injuries.

The Post News
Post Reporter|Published

The critical role of helmets: Roger Rennie's journey after a serious cycling accident

After a traumatic cycling accident that left him with two fractured vertebrae, Roger Rennie from Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, shares his harrowing experience and the crucial lesson of wearing quality helmets. With over 40 years of cycling experience, he emphasises the importance of safety gear in preventing severe injuries

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Tragedy strikes Limpopo school as Grade 4 learner dies from swallowing pen lid

A Grade 4 learner at Moriting Primary School in Limpopo tragically passed away after swallowing a pen lid, prompting an outpouring of grief from the education community and raising urgent questions about school safety.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Israelis mass for funeral of Bibas hostages killed in Gaza

In a heart-wrenching display of national mourning, thousands of Israelis gathered with flags and orange balloons to farewell Shiri Bibas and her young sons Kfir and Ariel - whose tragic deaths in Gaza captivity became a powerful symbol of the ongoing conflict.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Fatal Philippines plane crash: Four dead after aircraft hits buffalo

A tragic plane crash on a farm in southern Philippines has claimed four lives, with the aircraft splitting in half after colliding with a water buffalo.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published

McDonald's franchise held liable for injuries after Cape Town woman slips on wet floor

McDonald’s franchise was found liable for a woman's injuries after she slipped and fell on a wet floor.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Wildfire sparks panicked evacuations in Los Angeles suburb

A ferocious wildfire in a Los Angeles suburb, home to many Hollywood celebrities, devoured buildings and sparked panicked evacuations Tuesday, as hurricane-force winds tore through the region.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Quake in China's Tibet kills 53 with tremors felt in Nepal, India

A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 53 people and collapsed "many buildings" on Tuesday, state media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published