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@Trending: Sundowns blow it and fans are quick to react

Sundowns fans react to their team's loss in the CAF Champions League final.

Daily News Opinion
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Black Coffee's 2019 vs 2025 post: is it love or just a timeline tangle?

DJ Black Coffee’s recent Instagram post has ignited controversy among fans, raising questions about his romantic history and the timing of his current relationship with Victoria Gonzalez.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

US plans to cut diplomatic presence in Africa and eliminate climate change offices

Proposed US restructuring signals diminished diplomatic engagement in Africa.

News World
AFP|Published

Bianca Coster's genius plan: how Chris Excel can profit from removing her picture on X

As tensions rise between Chris Excel and Bianca Coster, this ongoing conflict explores the deeper issues of identity theft, cyberbullying, and consent in the digital world.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel laureate and literary icon, dies at 89

The literary world mourns the loss of Mario Vargas Llosa, the Nobel laureate whose works enriched global literature and inspired generations.

Entertainment Books
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Priddy Ugly defends pregnancy announcement amid social media backlash

Unbothered and unshaken, Priddy Ugly took to X to defend his family and the love behind the video.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Lutho Pasiya|Published

WATCH: Nota Baloyi apologises for inflammatory comments about white people

Following public outrage and complaints to the South African Human Rights Commission, Baloyi has issued a heartfelt apology, expressing his commitment to fostering respectful dialogue and reconciliation.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Lucy Dacus bewitches Lady Gaga with a haunting 'Abracadabra' cover

Lady Gaga has expressed her admiration for Lucy Dacus's stunning cover of 'Abracadabra', showcasing the artist's impressive range and emotional depth.

Entertainment Music
Lutho Pasiya|Published

R80k for a Jozi to Durban jet? Netizens debate the price of luxury travel

Discover the contrasting perspectives on private air travel between Johannesburg and Durban, as social media debates the high costs and practicality of charter flights compared to traditional transport options.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Elon Musk says xAI startup buying X platform

Elon Musk's xAI is set to revolutionise social media with its acquisition of the X platform, valued at $33 billion. This merger promises to blend cutting-edge AI capabilities with a vast user base, unlocking new potential for both companies.

Business Report International
AFP|Published

Jackie Phamotse reflects on a year of house arrest and personal transformation

Acclaimed author Jackie Phamotse reflects on her transformative year under house arrest, sharing her journey of resilience, creativity, and personal growth amidst confinement.

Entertainment Books
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Dan Roodt faces backlash after racial comments about deceased SA Air Show pilot

Author Dan Roodt sparked national outrage after suggesting pilot James O'Connell's fatal crash was related to race-based hiring policies - only to backtrack when he discovered the pilot was white with 36 years of experience.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Debunking Elon Musk's statements on Starlink's absence in South Africa

Elon Musk's recent comments on Julius Malema's 'Kill the Boer' song spark controversy as he claims Starlink's absence in South Africa is due to his race.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Beyoncé and Jay-Z ‘considering legal action against Kanye West’

After scandal-plagued rapper Kanye West made inflammatory social media comments about their seven-year-old twins Rumi and Sir, power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly considering legal action against their old friend.

Entertainment Celebrity News International
Bang Showbiz|Published

Kim Kardashian 'done' with Kanye West after latest controversial rant

Kim Kardashian's patience wears thin as Kanye West's latest outburst raises custody concerns.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bang Showbiz|Published

Kanye West faces backlash for insensitive remarks about Beyoncé and Jay-Z's children

Kanye West stirs controversy once again with his outrageous comments about Jay-Z and Beyoncé's children, leading to backlash and discussions about his parenting.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Mzansi's favourite sour cream and onion crisps make a nostalgic return to shelves

Discover the sweet story behind their comeback and the community that rallied to bring them back.

Lifestyle Food
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Elon Musk says X hit by major cyberattack

Elon Musk said X was hit by a major cyberattack on Monday as outages plagued users of the platform once known as Twitter.

Tech Mobile Apps
AFP|Published

Elon Musk lies again: 'Starlink not allowed to operate in South Africa because I'm not black'

Elon Musk's recent comments on Starlink's operations in South Africa raise questions about misinformation and race.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

LOOK: Mbuyiseni Ndlozi wows audiences with his Power FM debut

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi captivates listeners with his debut on Power FM, showcasing his engaging style and insightful commentary while addressing pressing societal issues.

Entertainment Streaming
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Uber driver and e-hailing giant respond to allegations following Anele Mdoda's frightening experience

Following Anele Mdoda's alarming Uber ride, the driver speaks out, denying allegations and sharing his perspective.

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Bernelee Vollmer|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

Elon Musk’s IQ is 'likely below 110' and to top it, he is 'an average coder', says his biographer

Elon Musk's biographer Seth Abramson claims Musk is an "average coder" and “average video game player” with terrible management skills, merely coasting on luck and the grind of his workforce.

Entertainment Books
Lutho Pasiya|Published

South Africa's load shedding crisis: Political outrage over Stage 6

Political parties in South Africa express outrage over the rapid escalation of load shedding from Stage 3 to Stage 6, calling for urgent reforms in the electricity supply sector.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Jacob Zuma threatens Duduzile with expulsion from MK after expletive-laden attack on Floyd Shivambu

In a statement issued after midnight, Zuma warned Duduzile that if she fails to comply with the directive then this will result in immediate consequences, including the summary termination of her membership. This included recalling all her party responsibilities.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published