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Qatar Airways has clarified the circumstances behind a global flight disruption following Iran’s missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
American Airlines Flight 1665 experienced an engine malfunction shortly after takeoff from Las Vegas but returned safely with all onboard unharmed.
Mamelodi Sundowns were eliminated from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after a goalless draw against Fluminense in their final Group F match.
Mamelodi Sundowns face Fluminense in a must-win group stage match on Wednesday, with confirmed lineups and full viewing details for South African fans.
The SA Weather Service has issued warnings for another cold front in the Eastern Cape, with damaging winds, snow, and dangerous sea conditions expected.
The FSCA has warned the public about scammers impersonating Magda Wierzycka on social media to solicit fake investments.
Mduduzi Mnisi, accused of killing 14-year-old Likhona Fose, returns to court for a bail hearing as the state plans to oppose his release.
Qatar has reopened its airspace and Qatar Airways has resumed flights after Iran launched missiles at a US military base in the country.
Exclusive images of the Springboks’ 30th anniversary kit have leaked ahead of the official launch, revealing a design inspired by the iconic 1995 World Cup win.
A strong cold front is expected to bring heavy rain, wind, and possible snowfall to parts of South Africa from 25 to 27 June 2025.
The discovery of a 15-year-old boy’s body in Mthatha has raised the Eastern Cape floods death toll to 95, with search efforts still underway.
Orlando Pirates have appointed former Moroccan international Abdeslam Ouaddou as head coach following Jose Riveiro’s exit.
A flash in an electrical panel caused a power outage at Brakfontein Substation, affecting multiple areas as technicians work to restore supply.
A hot-air balloon carrying 21 people crashed in southern Brazil, killing eight and injuring several others.
The United States struck three Iranian nuclear sites, with President Donald Trump warning of stronger action unless Iran complies.
Mamelodi Sundowns must beat Fluminense after 4-3 loss to Borussia Dortmund to stay in FIFA Club World Cup 2025 knockout race.
India’s aviation regulator orders Air India to fire three staff over major safety failures amid probe into Ahmedabad crash.
Five suspects were killed in two separate shootouts with police in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, as authorities responded to multiple criminal investigations.
A North West Education Department employee has been fined R20,000 for fraud after creating ghost employees who received R150,000 in salaries.
Mozambican kidnapping kingpin Mauro Mucambe Junior was shot and killed in a police shootout in Fourways, while SAPS searched for a missing businessman.
Eskom says the power system is stable with low risk of loadshedding if unplanned outages remain below 13,000MW.
Adriaan Wildschutt battled illness to finish 14th in Paris, while teammate Tshepo Tshite broke the 1 500m national record at the Diamond League meet.
South Africa defeats New Zealand in a tight U20 Water Polo World Championship match in Zagreb.
Prosecutor Zelda Swanepoel says there’s no evidence Joshlin Smith is dead and believes the missing child may still be alive.
SARS has confirmed that contaminated diesel and other fuel fraud are widespread, costing South Africa billions in lost revenue annually.
Researchers have uncovered what may be the largest data breach in history, involving 16 billion leaked login credentials, including for Google accounts.
A major broadband outage on Thursday, 19 June 2025, disrupted internet for 45,000+ US users, with CenturyLink criticised for its lack of public response.
A Walter Sisulu University official was fatally shot in his car near the Mthatha campus.
A Ryanair plane from London to Greece damaged its wing after hitting a fence while taxiing at Kalamata International Airport, with no injuries reported.
