The Citizen - November 25, 2024

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November 25, 2024

Zuma 'return to ANC possible'

Analysts say he wants to exploit the factions.

3 mins

Miracle pill to stop methane cow burps

A scientist guides a long tube into the mouth and down to the stomach of Thing 1, a two-month-old calf that is part of a research project aiming to prevent cows from burping methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

1 min

Only 16% youth are hopeful

Corruption and crime seen as major impediments to progress.

3 mins

Joburg needs to 'get its act together' for the G20 summit

Cape Town's tourism industry is booming, and it doesn't need the Group of 20 (G20) leaders' summit in 2025 as much as Johannesburg does.

2 mins

For the love of the vine...

In her 20s, she attended her first wine tasting and the rest is history.

3 mins

Tears of joy as nanny receives new car from family

\"We love you Nosi. Happy driving.\" These were the heart-warming sentiments expressed by a family in a video surprising their child's nanny with a brand new car.

2 mins

Professionals cry foul

Some 6 000 officials needed instead of the current 1 712.

2 mins

Malema says EFF has been infiltrated

EFF leader Julius Malema claims the red berets have been infiltrated by double agents, with founding members being captured in the run-up to their national elective conference next month.

1 min

Limpopo roads chief booted out over wasteful expenditure

Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) chief executive has been fired for overcommitting road projects to the tune of R1.3 billion in the province.

1 min

Big races for Murphy

Large purse of R300 000 has drawn a competitive line-up.

2 mins

Two-pot retirement system a huge success

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) says the implementation of the two-pot retirement system was a huge success.

2 mins

Road runners' hero

She was an amazing person who will be missed.

1 min

Protesting landmines

Survivors and sniffing dogs joined hundreds of people at Cambodia's Angkor Wat yesterday for a march against landmines after the US decision to send anti-personnel mines to Ukraine.

1 min

Canada apologises for killing dogs

The Canadian government officially apologized on Saturday to an indigenous community for the killing of several hundred sled dogs by police more than half a century ago.

1 min

Bali Nine may return home

The remaining members of the \"Bali Nine\" drug ring could be released from Indonesia and returned to Australia if \"ongoing\" talks succeed, a minister said yesterday.

1 min

Lebanon air turmoil

Lebanon said Israeli air strikes on Saturday killed more than 55 people, many of them in central Beirut, as Israel's defence minister vowed decisive action against Hezbollah, in a call with his US counterpart.

1 min

Poor nations slam R5.4trn deal

Wealthy polluters agree to chip in on climate costs.

2 mins

Deportation 'damaging'

Inflation will rise as wages go up to attract Americans.

2 mins

Reopening of nuke plant stirs up past fears

The planned reopening of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant is praised as a boon for Pennsylvania and a boost for AI, but it is loathed by residents still haunted by a near-catastrophic meltdown there in 1979.

1 min

Helping hands for the wounded

Squeezing rubber-covered robotic prosthetic hands, Bangladesh protesters wounded during the deadly revolution to topple autocratic leader Sheikh Hasina test out replacement arms for their lost limbs.

1 min

Please leave our women alone

Not only should South African society hang their heads in shame, but our justice system has plenty to answer for.

1 min

When the law induces joy

Now that the Nigerian princes have given up on us, you're probably receiving threatening e-mails from the people who hack your laptop camera.

2 mins

Springboks finish year on high note

The Springboks capped off a wonderful year with a resounding 45-12 win over Wales in Cardiff on Saturday night, as they once again showed how much depth they have.

1 min

The Move and the mourning

The little green light beeps its welcome as it has for the past I don't know how many years. Many.\"Well, that was the last time I'll clock in here,\" I thought, looking at my faded access card with barely an employee number visible. Yes, the office is moving and yes, I'm excited—but not prepared for the deep sense of loss that hit me.

1 min

Legislate spazas for the locals

I write to express my strong support for the proposal that permits for operating spaza shops in South Africa should be restricted to South African citizens.

1 min

Blame BEE for the shortage of technical skills

Cadre development and graft are also at the heart of the country's problems, writes Ediv.

1 min

High economic costs of India's killer smog

Noxious smog smothering the plains of north India is not only choking the lungs of residents and killing millions, but also slowing the country's economic growth.

1 min

Palestinian pottery sees revival in Gaza war

Traditional clay pottery is seeing a resurgence in the Gaza Strip, where Palestinians are forced to find solutions for a shortage of plates and other crockery to eat from in the territory ravaged by more than a year of war.

2 mins

City under construction

New cobbled streets being laid and pavements redone.

2 mins

Smash Afrika to host return of Big Brother Mzansi season 5

Smash Afrika has been announced the new host of its highly anticipated reality series Big Brother Mzansi as it makes its grand return for season 5.

1 min

Dreaming for health

VISUAL: THESE ARE MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL EVENTS DURING SLEEP

2 mins

Lady Gaga for Coachella 2025

Lady Gaga, Green Day and Post Malone will headline 2025's Coachella music and arts festival, organisers said on Wednesday, while Travis Scott will play a special guest slot.

1 min

Scant study into chronic disease

Women with the common conditions of endometriosis or growths in their uterus have a slightly higher risk of dying before the age of 70, says a US-based study.

1 min

What is amyloidosis?

Has baffled doctors and has no cure, but early diagnosis, lifestyle change helpful.

3 mins

Be smart and safe while getting the best deals

Consumers have been waiting all year for Black Friday and the excitement it brings, but all the hype can also be overwhelming.

2 mins

Way to avoid impulsive buying

Black Friday is here on Friday, closely followed by Cyber Monday. If you plan to hit the shops online or in person, the best advice is to hide your credit card to avoid impulsive and emotional shopping and plan before you shop.

1 min

How to plan for shopping

Effective ways to stay in control of your finances.

2 mins

Creating generational wealth

The next step is to choose right products for your needs.

6 mins

UIF bleeding millions

LOSSES: RISKY INVESTMENTS HAVE FUNDS ON ROAD TO 'TOTAL COLLAPSE'

4 mins

Holistic retirement planning: how much is enough?

In retirement planning, it's crucial to focus on factors you can control: timing, risk, and the amount you save.

2 mins

W Cape great for retirees

Comfortable Lifestyle: Why Province is a Top Retirement Destination for Foreigners

3 mins

Sars' R3.3bn tax collections

DISCLOSURE: AVOID SEVERE PENALTIES

2 mins

Max was having his doubts

JOINS ELITE GROUP OF FIVE DRIVERS TO BECOME A FOUR-TIME F1 WORLD CHAMPION

2 mins

Reds survive a scare

EPL: AMORIM BEGINS HIS MAN UNITED JOURNEY WITH A DRAW AT IPSWICH

2 mins

Odegaard having a huge influence

London Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal team \"flows in a different way\" when Martin Odegaard is playing after the Gunners crushed Nottingham Forest 3-0 on Saturday to end their winless run.

1 min

Pep in a unique negative spot

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted \"in eight years we have never lived this kind of situation\" after Tottenham won 4-0 at the Etihad on Saturday to condemn the Premier League champions to a fifth straight defeat in all competitions.

1 min

Odegaard having a huge influence

Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal team \"flows in a different way\" when Martin Odegaard is playing after the Gunners crushed Nottingham Forest 3-0 on Saturday to end their winless run.

1 min

Proteas women wilt in opener

T20I: BRAVE EFFORT BUT FAIL TO HOLD OFF ENGLAND

1 min

Scotland dash Aussie Slam hopes

Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu scored a try against the land of his birth in a 27-13 win over Australia at Murrayfield on Sunday that dashed the Wallabies' dream of a Grand Slam.

1 min

Cane leaves on a winning note

New Zealand saw off a battling Italy 29-11 on Saturday in their final match of the year as Sam Cane (above) was given a winning farewell to international rugby in Turin.

1 min

Downs coach expects flak

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi expects more criticism to come in his direction after the 2-1 loss to Magesi FC in the Carling Knockout final on Saturday.

1 min

Larsen is an ace tactician

Mamelodi Sundowns' 2-1 loss to Magesi FC in the Carling Knockout final will dominate headlines for the next couple of days with every critic pointing out where it all went wrong in the cup decider that was played in Bloemfontein.

1 min

PRAISE FOR BOKS

RASSIE: HAPPY HOW SQUAD BOUGHT INTO STRATEGY

2 mins

Roccapina to rescue bettors

It is rare to get a 10-race card for a midweek meeting, but that is exactly what will be confronting punters at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth tomorrow.

1 min

Cup Day TAB bets open

BETTING: TWO HUGE CARRYOVERS, THREE JACKPOTS AND TWO BIPOTS ON OFFER

1 min

Kat is out of the bag at Kempton

Following an odds-on reverse on her seasonal debut, Kateira can reward those who keep the faith in the Racing TV Mares' Hurdle at Kempton today.

2 mins

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