Day: July 30, 2025
News24 | Scientists warn: 8.8 ‘megathrust’ quake off Russia could trigger aftershocks for months
The 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia that triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific occurred on what is known as a “megathrust fault”, where the denser Pacific Plate is sliding underneath the lighter North American Plate, scientists said.
Continue ReadingNews24 | SA’s doctor deal with Cuba is out of touch and out of time, critics say
Almost 30 years since the Cuba-SA doctors’ training programme was launched, it still divides opinion.
Continue ReadingNews24 | England lose Ben Stokes for India series-decider
England captain Ben Stokes was Wednesday ruled out of the fifth and deciding Test against India with a shoulder injury.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Air India crash audit finds 51 safety lapses, ‘lack of accountability’ in deadly crash
India’s aviation watchdog found 51 safety lapses at Air India in its July audit, including lack of adequate training for some pilots, use of unapproved simulators and a poor rostering system, according to a government report seen by Reuters.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Sponsored | Two-pot withdrawals reveal a growing crisis
With many workers accessing their savings just to survive, the burden is revealing workplace stress. Learn what employers can do to prevent burnout.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Sponsored | Affordable medical aid that’s actually working for South Africans
In a tough economy, affordable medical aid is no longer a nice-to-have — it’s a game-changer. Here’s what’s driving the demand.
Continue ReadingNews24 | French Polynesia authorities warn of tsunami waves up to 4m high after quake
Authorities in French Polynesia warned the population of several of the Marquesas Islands to expect tsunami waves up to 4m high after a huge quake off Russia’s Far east.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Parliament finally passes 2025 Budget
The National Council of Provinces passed the Appropriation Bill on Wednesday, bringing Budget 2025’s fraught passage through Parliament to an end.
Continue ReadingNews24 | New Hillclimb event gets green light for Cape Town in October 2025
Speed Classic Cape Town will see Hillclimb-style racing return to the Mother City. The event takes place on 25 and 26 October, with competitors racing up Philip Kgosana Drive.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Warm and nostalgic melkkos
This warming and nostalgic South African dish is sure to keep the chills at bay.
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