The unseen backbone of the internet: How undersea cables power our online lives
Explore how undersea cables play a crucial role in connecting the internet across continents and the consequences of their damage.
Technology
Technology
Nedbank app is down on Friday, 15 March 2024: Here’s everything we know
On Friday, the Nedbank app went down, causing frustration among users due to interrupted online and mobile banking services.
Viral
Watch: New York City subway shooting caught on camera [video]
A critical shooting in a New York City subway has left a man in surgery and sparked questions about safety.
Technology
Microsoft experiences system outage: Here are the latest updates
The root of the recent Microsoft system outage lies in an issue identified within the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.
Technology
ByteDance faced with ultimatum after US Houses passes ‘TikTok ban’ Bill
ByteDance must divest from US operations or face a ban, as the ‘TikTok ban’ Bill passes the US House.
Technology
Google Doodle on Monday, 11 March 2024: Celebrating the flat white
Google’s Doodle on Monday, 11 March 2024, honours the flat white, a beloved espresso drink known for its creamy texture.
Crime
Alleged Ethiopian traffickers due back in court: Here are the latest updates
Seventeen Ethiopian nationals and two South Africans were remanded in Middelburg following a brief court appearance over trafficking charges.
Technology
Facebook and Instagram go down in global outage on Tuesday, 5 March 2024
Facebook and Instagram went down in a massive outage on Tuesday, 5 March 2024, leaving users globally in a lurch.
Technology
Samsung releases and updates to expect in March 2024
Here’s the latest on Samsung releases and updates to expect in March 2024, including groundbreaking AI smartphone tech from MWC 2024.
Technology
Huawei releases and updates to expect in March 2024
The flagship Huawei P70 series and a triple-folding phone could hit the shelves this month.
Technology
OpenAI releases and updates to expect in March 2024
Expect further enhancements to the Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) series and more from OpenAI this month. Here’s what you must know.
Technology
Apple releases and updates to expect in March 2024
Here are the Apple releases and updates to expect in March 2024, including new MacBook Air models with M3 chips.
Technology
March 2024 skywatching: Moon phases timeline for this month
Discover the celestial events of March skywatching, from the phases of the Moon to planetary encounters and a comet’s approach, in this comprehensive guide.
Gaming
GTA Online: Here’s what to expect from ‘The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid’
Get ready for ‘The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid’ in GTA Online, launching Thursday, 7 March 2024. Here’s everything you must know.
Technology
Elon Musk guns after Sam Altman in explosive OpenAI lawsuit
Elon Musk sues Sam Altman and OpenAI in a groundbreaking lawsuit, alleging a shift towards profit over humanity’s benefit.
Crime
Melusi Buthelezi reportedly taken hostage in horror Vosloorus hijacking
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi was reportedly hijacked and taken hostage in Vosloorus, on Friday. Here’s the latest.
Crime
Wits University clarifies details about student killed in Braamfontein shooting
Wits University, in a statement, clarified no students or staff were fatally injured in the brazen Braamfontein shooting.
Viral
Paul Pogba lashes out at Italian tribunal over ‘wrongful’ doping ban
In a fiery statement, Paul Pogba criticised the Italian tribunal’s four-year doping ban as ‘wrongful,’ vowing to appeal.
Crime
Who is Paul Jorgensen? – Here’s what we know about KZN’s go-to criminal defence attorney
Discover who Advocate Paul Jorgensen is, the KZN go-to criminal defence attorney taking on the AKA murder case.
Gaming
Willis Gibson: 13-year-old Oklahoma boy becomes the first person to beat ‘Tetris’ game
13-year-old Willis Gibson became the first person to beat the Tetris game, setting a world record and making history in the gaming world.
International
Lord Jacob Rothschild dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions’
Lord Jacob Rothschild died on Monday, 26 February 2024, at 87. Here’s everything we know bout his cause of death.
Gaming
‘Star Wars: Battlefront Classic’ features, 64-player mode and offline solo experience
‘Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection’ features iconic battles, 64-player online multiplayer, and a rich offline solo experience.
Gaming
‘Rise of the Ronin’ trailer, release date, how to buy
Here’s everything we about ‘Rise of the Ronin’ including its electrifying first trailer, release date, and how to buy.
Gaming
‘Final Fantasy XIV Online’ launches into Xbox Series Open Beta
The open beta of ‘Final Fantasy XIV Online’ on Xbox Series X|S launched on Wednesday, 21 February 2024. Here’s what you must know.
Gaming
‘Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree’ first gameplay, trailer and how to watch live [video]
Read up on ‘Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree’, including how to watch the first gameplay live, what to expect, and release date info.
Technology
Android 15 features, how to test developer preview and South Africa release date
Here’s everything we know about Android 15, including its new features, how to test the developer preview, and its release date in South Africa.
Fashion
MAGA supporter spends $9000 on Donald Trump gold sneakers [video]
Donald Trump debuted his signature limited-edition gold sneakers at Sneaker Con Philadelphia. One pair auctioned for $9 000.
Viral
Avalanche kills 25, injures eight, in eastern Afghanistan
Initial reports about the Afghanistan avalanche cited eight fatalities, but disaster management officials later updated the death toll to 25 on Monday afternoon, cautioning that the figure might yet rise.
Technology
Multichoice set to hike 2024 DStv prices soon – Here’s everything you must know
DStv prices for 2024 are set to skyrocket across the board in a few months. Here’s everything you must know.
Events
UFC 298: Main fight card details, how to watch live in South Africa
UFC 298 takes place this weekend. Here’s everything you must know about the main fight card and how to watch live in South Africa.