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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed commitment to negotiating the release of captives in Gaza, dismissing claims of lack of seriousness. He stated military pressure was effective, causing cracks in Hamas demands. Security cabinet decided to intensify pressure on Hamas. Tens of thousands protested in Tel Aviv demanding hostages’ return.
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Conservative commentator Leo Brent Bozell III, nominated as ambassador to South Africa by President Trump, is seen as more strident than a Trump supporter who was also vying for the position. The supporter, Joel Pollak, runs Breitbart News and has been critical of South Africa. Pollak’s report on South Africa’s ambassador to the US may have led to the ambassador’s expulsion.
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National Treasury’s Q2 report for 2024/25 shows municipalities underspent on conditional grants and capital projects meant for infrastructure development and emergency repairs. The low capital expenditure amounts to R14.3 billion of the adopted R77.4 billion budget. Chief executive officer at Sovereign Africa Ratings, Zwelibanzi Maziya, highlights concerns regarding infrastructure development.
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A male and female runner were hit by an allegedly drunk driver on Victoria Road in the Atlantic Seaboard. The female runner was flung over a wall, and emergency services had to rescue her. The male runner is okay, while the female runner is critical but stable. The driver lost control of the vehicle, causing the accident. Ward 54 Councillor Nicola Jowell provided updates on the incident.
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A man in Free State dies after a physical fight with his brother over a dog injury. The 29-year-old suspect has been arrested for murder. The altercation occurred on a farm near Warden, with both men taken to a hospital in Harrismith. The victim sustained stab wounds during the argument. The incident stemmed from the deceased allegedly harming the suspect’s dog.
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A gold Toyota Etios collided with a bull on Jabu Ngcobo Road in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, causing extensive damage. Reaction Unit South Africa responded to the scene where the occupants were unharmed, but the bull died on impact. The owner of the animal remains unidentified.
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Hopes fading for more survivors in Mandalay after massive earthquake kills 1,700 in Myanmar and Thailand. Rescue efforts less active in central Myanmar city of 1.7 million people. Sticky heat and difficult conditions hamper rescue operations. Pregnant woman rescued after 55 hours pronounced dead after amputation. Muslim worshipers gather near destroyed mosque for Eid al-Fitr prayer.
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Top White House officials discussing Yemen attack plans over Signal raises concerns about security and legality. Signal’s popularity among officials, activists, and journalists is due to its end-to-end encryption. SMS lacks encryption, making messages vulnerable to interception by carriers or government agencies with warrants.
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Greenland’s new prime minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, rejects Trump’s claim that the US will acquire the territory, asserting Greenland’s independence. Trump insists the US will “100%” get Greenland, not ruling out military force. Nielsen emphasizes Greenland’s autonomy, stating it does not belong to anyone else. Trump confirms discussions about annexing the Danish territory.
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A law firm faces repercussions for using AI-generated fake citations, leading to costs and scrutiny by the Legal Practice Council. Experts warn of the dangers of over-reliance on AI in legal research, citing previous cases of fines and trouble for law firms. In a recent High Court case, a legal team sought leave to appeal due to inaccuracies in their citations.
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