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US President Trump grants TikTok a second 75-day extension to comply with US law, requiring the app to sell its US operations or face a ban. Trump aims to avoid TikTok going dark and hopes to work with China on a deal. ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, has not yet reached an agreement with the Trump administration.
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UK scientists win £150,000 prize for creating a device inspired by a microwave to produce drinkable water on the moon. Naicker Scientific’s SonoChem System purifies water from lunar soil using microwaves and ultrasound. The technology aims to support long-term lunar missions and could be used on Mars and Earth where accessing clean water is a challenge.
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Vida e Caffè partners with SPAR to launch coffee counters and food offerings in select stores nationwide. The collaboration aims to provide shoppers with a premium coffee break while shopping. Vida plans to expand to 500 stores in Africa and the Middle East by 2028. The partnership enhances SPAR’s position in the competitive retail market.
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South Africa disappoint in Singapore Sevens, losing to Great Britain but redeeming with a win against Argentina. Argentina advances to Cup playoffs and secures Series title.
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The rape case of seven-year-old Cwecwe in Pretoria remains unsolved with no witnesses or suspects. Medical examination found no foreign DNA on the victim. Three people of interest will provide DNA samples. Police admit mishandling the case, and the NPA declined prosecution due to insufficient evidence. The case is now with the Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit for further investigation.
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A powerful earthquake hits Myanmar, leaving 3,145 dead. Ko Zeyar navigates broken bridges to find his family safe but friends dead. Town in ruins, residents sleep outside amid aftershocks and heat. Rescue efforts hampered by military junta.
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A South African citizen, an English teacher, has tragically died in the Myanmar earthquake. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation confirmed the news, expressing condolences to the victim’s family. The 7.7 magnitude quake caused widespread destruction in Mandalay and affected 11 South African citizens.
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US Congress introduces bill to sanction South African officials supporting adversaries like China, Russia, Iran. US-South Africa Bilateral Relations Review Act of 2025 calls for a review of the relationship. Rep. Jackson aims to advance Trump’s foreign policy by imposing sanctions on officials. Jackson criticizes South Africa’s alignment with adversaries, vows accountability for corrupt officials. Jackson also supports Israel.
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South Africa faces US trade tariffs, government cautious in response. Ministers warn against hasty action, emphasize need for dialogue with US. Trump administration’s 30% import tariff on South African goods expected to harm exports. Experts predict negative impact on economy, urge engagement with US.
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Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, 33, will leave the club at the end of the season. He joined in 2015, winning 16 trophies, including six Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League. De Bruyne, named Premier League Player of the Season twice, announced his departure on Instagram. City will bid him farewell after his contract expires. Despite injuries, he remains a key player.
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