SA men killed in Somali blast

At least two South Africans were killed in an attack on the UN compound in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Dad freed 10 years after false rape c ...

A man who spent 10 years in jail after his daughter falsely accused him of rape says he forgives her for the lie.

Zuma: Guptas are my friends

President Zuma has refused to distance himself from the Gupta family, saying he can be friends with whomever he chooses.

SA men killed in Somali blast

At least two South Africans were killed in an attack on the UN compound in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Marchers cross police line in Brazil

Brazilian police have used teargas against protesters outside a stadium hosting a Confederations Cup soccer game.

Men won’t be foiled by this wrap

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

Neymar backs Brazil protests

Brazilian football star Neymar has joined his Selecao teammates in backing escalating social protests across the country.

Boks make three changes

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer named his team to play Samoa in the final of a four-nation tournament at Loftus.

Reality is: Proteas choke ... again

Watching the Proteas in semi-finals at major ICC tournaments is like a rerun of a bad reality TV show, says Zaahier Adams.

Wimbledon blues for Anderson, De Voes ...

It has been a bleak pre-Wimbledon week for South Africa's small contingent at the blue riband event of world tennis.

Kaymer out to end drought

Former world number one Martin Kaymer is out to end his 19 month-long slump when the BMW International Open.

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 ...

Mining: Gold sector pay talks delayed

Wage negotiations in the gold industry, in which the Chamber of Mines will represent member employers, have been postponed to the middle of ne ...

Alexander Forbes still in slimming mo ...

After disposing of a number of operations in Africa and the UK, financial and risk services provider Alexander Forbes said yesterday that it w ...

JSE stocks end lower

South African stocks were down slightly as a cautious market awaited a statement from the US Federal Reserve.

Bernanke’s statements make waves in a ...

A quick scan of recent headlines would make one believe that the US Federal Reserve holds the puppet strings to the entire world economy.

Mining: Gold sector pay talks delayed

Wage negotiations in the gold industry, in which the Chamber of Mines will represent member employers, have been postponed to the middle of ne ...

Why don't lifts crash?

What keeps elevators from crashing to the ground? Brian Palmer finds out.

SA’s plans for gas field near Mapungu ...

Government facing fresh criticism from World Heritage Committee over plans to establish coal and gas field close to World Heritage site.

App to help women have solo fun

A New York designer has created a light-hearted app that aims to teach women to “have fun” with masturbation.

No more pinch of salt for food makers

Food manufacturers say they are well on their way to meeting the Department of Health’s new salt laws.

Lego faces are angrier, study finds

According to a new study from researchers in New Zealand, Lego figurines have developed a bit of an attitude problem.

An unusual wok to freedom - recipe

Tony Jackman muses on freedom and Johnny Depp while whipping up a stir-fry.

Menswear comes into its own

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

‘Battle’ with Sheen gets Blair axed

Selma Blair has been axed from 'Anger Management' after clashing with Charlie Sheen.

Actors, governor pay tribute to Gando ...

‘The Sopranos’ star James Gandolfini - who was to appear in two films in 2014 - has died while on holiday.

Liam on cracking the US and Oasis

Liam Gallagher’s mind is on his new band’s success, but the split with Noel hasn’t gone away.

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.

Vanquish now a topless temptress

Aston Martin's new Vanquish Volante hardly succumbs to traditional open-top penalties.

Tested: X6 M50d is frugal and furious

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

Brawn needs brains for F1 hearing

Merc boss may need to pull another rabbit from his magician's hat to escape penalties.

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.

Jeep succumbs to recall pressure

Chrysler agrees to recall older Jeep models over crash protection for their fuel tanks.

Joburg tops, but only for business

The Mastercard city destination index acknowledges the gap SAA's withdrawal of Cape Town flights has left.

Quiet haven rich in history

An annoying setback can prove to be a gift in disguise, Myrtle Ryan discovered.

Parisians behaving badly? Not anymore

One of the world's most visited cities, but also famous for its rudeness, has embarked on a campaign to improve its reputation.

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.