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South African agricultural exports hit a record $13.7 billion last year, with citrus fruit and grapes leading the growth. The sector saw its sixth consecutive annual expansion in export trade, targeting new markets. Other African countries made up 44% of the trade, with Asia, the Middle East, and the EU also significant. Agricultural imports also rose by 8% to $7 billion.

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TechCentral

Honor, a Chinese smartphone maker, plans to invest US$10 billion in AI development over five years as it prepares for a public listing. The company aims to expand beyond smartphones to AI-powered PCs, tablets, and wearables. Honor recently completed a shareholder restructuring, moving closer to an IPO. The move comes amid a surge in Chinese AI investment, with interest in start-up DeepSeek’s technology.

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Sky

US President Donald Trump has halted military aid to Ukraine for review following a dispute with President Zelenskyy. The pause is temporary and aims to ensure Ukraine’s aid aligns with a solution. Trump criticized Zelenskyy’s remarks on the war, prompting European leaders’ support. Trump’s latest attack on Zelenskyy on Truth Social sparked further tensions.

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BBC News

Gaza ceasefire at risk as Israel and Hamas deadlock over aid blockage. Israel halts food and fuel supplies to Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating new deal. Egypt and Qatar condemn Israel’s actions, calling it a violation of international humanitarian law. Concerns rise over potential return to conflict, deepening suffering for Palestinians.

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Forbes

Xiaomi unveils the Modular Optical System at the Barcelona mobile trade show, featuring a 100-megapixel camera lens with a 4/3-inch sensor and aperture range of f/1.4 to f/11. The system uses the “LaserLink” magnetic pogo pin technology for data transmission up to 10Gbps. The prototype kit includes a Xiaomi 15 phone with the lens attachment.

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BBC News

Meghan’s lifestyle TV series “With Love, Meghan” to debut on Netflix, featuring cooking, gardening, and chats with famous friends. The Duchess of Sussex reveals Chinese take-away food as a favorite in their Californian home. Show emphasizes doing things with love and showcases simple, beautiful plating even with take-out. Launching Tuesday morning with an eight-episode series.

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the Guardian

An Australian-led study predicts a 20% slowdown in the Antarctic Circumpolar Current by 2050 due to high emissions, leading to accelerated ice sheet melting and sea level rise. The current plays a crucial role in the climate system by regulating heat and carbon dioxide uptake. The study, using Australia’s supercomputer Gadi, warns of significant impacts on global climate patterns and marine ecosystems.

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TimesLIVE

A teenager has died and another is critical after a suspected drug binge in Howick, Pietermaritzburg. Emergency services responded to reports of unresponsive teens. One teen went into cardiac arrest but was revived and hospitalized. Another teen was found dead at the scene. The incident involved a group of teenagers and adults consuming drugs.

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BBC News

Kelly Smith is on trial for allegedly orchestrating the abduction of her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin, in South Africa. Smith, along with her boyfriend and a friend, faces charges of human trafficking and kidnapping. Despite a publicized search, Joshlin remains missing. Smith initially claimed her daughter disappeared while in her boyfriend’s care, but prosecutors allege she was involved in the girl’s disappearance.

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