The Citizen - December 12, 2024

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December 12, 2024

Pope calls for 'mutual respect'

Vatican City - Pope Francis called yesterday for \"mutual respect\" between religions in Syria, three days after the country's longtime president Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels in a lightning offensive.

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Journos battle deluge of suits

Belgrade - Serbian journalist Radmilo Markovic has gone over every full stop and comma of an article about the powerful mayor of Belgrade that has landed him in court.

1 min

Millions more for govt fat cats

EXPANDED CABINET: IT COSTS TAXPAYERS R239M MORE

2 mins

We never said we will work with MK - SACP official

The South African Communist Party (SACP) wants nothing to do with Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party because it is a counter-revolutionary organisation that will take the country on the wrong path.

2 mins

Jozi faces dry long weekend

Affected areas will be provided with alternative supply through tankers.

3 mins

Soundtrack of youth in protest

\"I don't think this is a political issue. It's a social issue.\"

3 mins

GM abandons robotaxi operations derailed by accident

US auto giant General Motors (GM) announced on Tuesday it will abandon its robotaxi development efforts after a highly publicised incident last year stymied its progress in the autonomous vehicle field.

1 min

Promises of pie in the sky?

PROBE: 'GENIUS' WITH 'NONEXISTENT' QUALIFICATIONS ALLEGEDLY LEAVES INVESTORS HIGH AND DRY

3 mins

Reality check as EFF goes to its people's powwow

The EFF will be forced to face reality at its conference as 90% of the electorate were not convinced by the party in this year's general elections.

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SA sights on exports

FOCUS: COUNTRY ADDRESSING CHINESE MARKET ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

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Inflation up marginally

NOVEMBER: ECONOMISTS EXPECTED INCREASE

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Department flexes muscle over inflated R800m tender

The department of public works and infrastructure (DPWI) is asserting its power to get to the bottom of an inflated tender.

1 min

Work together for change

CIRCLE OF UNITY: INCLUSIVE MODEL FOR SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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Suppliers in the firing line

14 SLAPPED WITH NOTICES FOR GOODS NOT COMPLIANT WITH REQUIREMENTS

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Not much hope for coolness

The cooling weather phenomenon La Nina could appear in coming months, but it will likely be too \"weak and short-lived\" to significantly impact soaring global temperatures, says the UN.

1 min

Trump return a threat to conservation effort

Washington - The United States is moving to grant federal protections to the monarch butterfly, a once-common species recognizable by its striking black and orange patterns that has faced a dramatic population decline in recent decades.

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Murder dividing US

THOMPSON: KILLING POINTS TO FRUSTRATION WITH THE MEDICAL SYSTEM

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Hooligans trial over violence

The trial opened yesterday of five suspects facing charges including attempted manslaughter after last month's hit-and-run attacks in Amsterdam on Israeli football supporters that shocked the world.

1 min

Partying VP thumbs nose at inquiry

Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte partied with journalists yesterday as she thumbed her nose at an official inquiry into allegations she plotted to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos, her estranged ally.

1 min

US adds 8 to trade blacklist

The United States unveiled trade restrictions on eight companies, including two Chinese firms and several from Russia, alleging human rights violations.

1 min

Malaria deaths in decline - UN

MORTALITY: NUMBERS BACK TO PRE-COVID LEVEL

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Graft scourge widespread

If outgoing US President Joe Biden's about-face in granting a pardon to his son Hunter, who was convicted on gun and tax charges, is anything to go by, the scourge of corruption knows no bounds.

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All deserve good, cheap health care

Luigi Mangione, who allegedly shot to death health insurance chief executive Brian Thompson in New York, has become almost a Robin Hood-type hero... which says something about the state of health care in that country.

1 min

Stop punishing us with water cuts

There's probably no good time to restrict or cut off water supplies to perform essential maintenance - but, according to Rand Water, the least awful time is coming up this weekend.

1 min

Mayor abusing taxpayers' money

Joburg mayor Dada Morero, without the council's approval, moved his office which was in perfect condition - to a very expensive building where rent is more than double because the new building is owned by one of the ANC cadres and his personal friend Lonwabo Sambudla.

1 min

Malema experiences his Damascus moment

Shrewd leaders lead effectively by satisfying their followers' needs

1 min

Celebrity divorces need class

Not one to be entertained or find interest in the personal affairs of celebrities, the lack of restraint in the divorce matter of Pearl Mbewe and Sello Maake ka Ncube shows just how volatile love that ends in acrimony can get.

1 min

Treasure chest of ballet

It's been a full-circle experience, says artist.

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Mahindra South Africa about to ignite a revolution

The Mahindra Fusion Fest is a bold initiative designed to celebrate South Africa's diversity through the fusion of music, fashion and art.

1 min

Life by numbers

ROADMAP: A DISCIPLINE ROOTED IN MATHS, PHILOSOPHY

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Why do people fear Friday the 13th as an unlucky day?

There is always at least one \"Friday the 13th\" in a year.

2 mins

Can Acsa fix airports?

PROBLEMS: MONDAY'S MAIN FUEL VALVE FAILURE REPEATS 2022 FIASCO

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Rival bidder for Springboks plans fan stake

A consortium interested in bidding for a stake in the commercial rights of South Africa's Springboks wants to give fans an opportunity to invest in the reigning rugby-union world champions.

1 min

Poor flee to bad buildings

JOBURG CBD: LANDLORDS TELL NERSA THAT ESKOM'S INCREASES ARE UNAFFORDABLE

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Minister probes alleged corrupt R800m tender

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson has launched an investigation into governance issues at the Independent Development Trust (IDT) after failing to receive requested documentation from the trust's board about an allegedly irregular and corrupt R800 million hospital oxygen plant tender.

2 mins

Real returns in rocky year

REASONS: SOME GLOBAL EVENTS PUT SOUTH AFRICA'S BIG POLITICAL AFFAIRS IN CONTEXT

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You probably need to acquire life insurance - here's why

Life insurance can be a game changer, providing crucial protection for your family and assets in the event of an untimely loss.

2 mins

New high-rise for Sandton

R2BN PROJECT: GROWTHPOINT, TRICOLT IN JV

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'Battle of Britain' looms for Spurs

London - Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou returns to Glasgow today for a Europa League \"Battle of Britain\" against Rangers in desperate need of a victory to calm speculation over his future.

1 min

Villa victory is simply 'surreal'

MCGINN: TOASTS HIS TEAM'S UCL REVIVAL AT LEIPZIG

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Pep does not want new club

London - Pep Guardiola (above) said he would not \"take another club\" after ending his stint as Manchester City manager, although he left open the possibility of coaching a national team.

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Scheffler scoops PGA Tour Player-of-the-Year award

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler (right) was voted PGA Tour Player-of-the-Year for the third consecutive year, the tour has announced, after a campaign where he captured nine titles worldwide.

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Louis is ready to defend title

Louis Oosthuizen (above) is ready to defend an Alfred Dunhill Championship title which he ranks as one of the best achievements of his stellar career, and against a 2024 field that is widely representative of the international talent in the game.

1 min

A 'perfect' comeback

UCL: REDS KEEPER ALISSON RETURNS TO KEEP A CLEAN SHEET AT GIRONA

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English teams do not worry Bulls

STEENKAMP: EXPECTS BETTER SHOWING ON HOME TURF

1 min

Stormers aim to disrupt Smith's game

The Stormers are gearing up for the massive challenge of stopping English maverick Marcus Smith from weaving his magic when they front up against Harlequins in their Champions Cup match-up in London on Saturday night.

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England have the final say

England shook off a rain delay last night to wrap up a 2-1 series victory over South Africa, picking up a six-wicket win on the DLS method in the third and final women's one-day international (ODI) in Potchefstroom.

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Downs are in a fantasy bubble

I'm happy to be proven wrong, but I think Mamelodi Sundowns are on a path of self-destruction.

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Cardoso aims to follow Pitso

New Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso (below) has wasted no time in promising to deliver success after Manqoba Mngqithi was shown the door following a run of indifferent results.

1 min

MAKING IT COUNT

LINDE: PROTEAS ALL-ROUNDER NEARLY MISSED THE BUS

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