Fresh hope for couple held captive

A local NGO believes it can not only pinpoint where two SA hostages are being held in Yemen, but also negotiate their safe release.

Pretoria cops seize fake medicine

Police are expected to make more arrests over counterfeit medication discovered at a Sunnyside storage facility, reportedly worth millions.

‘State failed to redistribute land’

Government has failed to redistribute land to previously disadvantaged groups, the so-called Economic Freedom Fighters said.

Kiir suspends two ministers

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has suspended two of his most senior ministers at the start of a corruption probe.

NSA boss defends surveillance

National Security Agency chief Keith Alexander says US surveillance programmes have helped disrupt more than 50 possible attacks since the Sep ...

Men won’t be foiled by this wrap

Some guys can wrap presents that look like masterpieces. For everyone else, there's "Man Wrap".

Google challenges US surveillance cou ...

Google asked the US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court to allow it to publish aggregate numbers of national security requests it receives ...

Google challenges US surveillance cou ...

Google asked the US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court to allow it to publish aggregate numbers of national security requests it receives ...

Emerging stocks broadly weaker

Emerging assets were broadly weaker as investors awaited clarity on the US Fed's next policy step.

Oldest man’s death should prod Japan ...

If ever there were a wake-up call for Japan, the second-most indebted nation, the death of Jiroemon Kimura is it.

Google challenges US surveillance cou ...

Google asked the US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court to allow it to publish aggregate numbers of national security requests it receives ...

R1bn later, Gauteng Online is no more

The Gauteng Department of Finance is issuing new tenders for what it now calls e-Learning Solutions.

Aids conference to promote Fc2 use

Female condoms to be the focus at the 6th South African Aids Conference in Durban.

A divorce bombshell then... silence

Katy Perry tells of the divorce text from Russell and why it’s not healthy to be with John Mayer.

Worry can turn you grey - study

Researchers have found that the cells that give hair its colour disappear when the body is exposed to stress hormones.

The secrets of parenthood

More than a third of mothers secretly have a favourite child, according to a survey.

Cape chef is world pasta champion

An 18-hour day, “very little sleep” and being surrounded by food all the time is what it takes to become chef extraordinaire.

Menswear comes into its own

British luxury brand Burberry has showcased its latest menswear designs in London after a decade in Milan.

Urdu scholar realises radio dream

The versatile Bhai Azad is Lotus FM’s new Urdu presenter, taking over from the legendary Saffee Siddiqui, who held audiences spellbound ...

Tardy Rihanna assaults fan

She arrived late for a show, then whacked a fan with a mic. See the bizarre moment unfold.

Kings of Chaos reign, vow to return

I didn’t think you could get any better than the Metallica experience a few months back. I was wrong.

Winslet's baby set for space trip

Kate Winslet's unborn baby is set to become one of the youngest ever people to fly into space.

Sonata gets style and speed injection

Hyundai's big sedan has undergone some tinkering and gains new direct injection motor.

Tested: X6 M50d is frugal and furious

BMW's fastback SUV is surprisingly frugal considering its mega performance potential.

Murray Walker, 89, battling cancer

The 89-year-old Formula One commentator says he has a form of lymphatic system cancer.

Vitara is a well-priced bundu basher

You can get more bang for your buck in this 4x4, which does as much, but costs less.

Tough new laws to curb road carnage

Department of Transport announces some strict new laws aimed at making our roads safer.

US warns citizens against SA travel

A warning issued to US tourists says Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town are 'critical crime threat spots'.

The star attraction

The Kgalagadi park is set to be South Africa’s first Dark Sky Reserve, writes Sue Derwent.

48 hours in NY for nature lovers

New York City has a wild side and it has nothing to do with its honking yellow taxis or towering skyscrapers.

Mi Casa frontman’s life on road

J’Something opens up on experiences during his group’s travels – from favourite places and food to funniest moment.

Moyes’ United to face Swansea in open ...

Champions Manchester United will travel to Swansea City for their first Premier League match under new manager David Moyes.

North boost for British Lions

Powerful wing George North is fit to face the Wallabies in the opening Test on Saturday and help the British and Irish Lions forget their firs ...

Steyn blow for Proteas

England won the toss and elected to bowl in their Champions Trophy semifinal against South Africa, who are missing Dale Steyn.

Nadal fifth seed for Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal was named fifth seed for Wimbledon, leaving his rivals to ponder meeting the Spaniard as early as the quarterfinals.

Rose win inspires English golfers

Justin Rose's breakthrough win at the US Open could open the door for England's golden generation of golfers to finally make their collective ...

Campbell-Brown issues apology

Jamaican sprint star Veronica Campbell-Brown, embroiled in a doping scandal, issued an apology but also said she was shocked to have tested po ...