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India crush Zimbabwe in make-or-break T20 World Cup clash to revive title defence

India will now face West Indies in a virtual quarter-final on Sunday

The Independent UK

'We're back': Abhishek blasts India to towering Cup win

India have smashed the second-largest total in the history of the T20 World Cup en route to knocking out Zimbabwe.

AAP

India beat Zimbabwe to set up winner-takes-all clash with West Indies at T20 World Cup

India beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs to get their T20 World Cup campaign back on track on Thursday. India lost their opening game of the Super 8s against South Africa and desperately needed a win to keep their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. Zimbabwe won the toss and opted…

The Independent UK

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Two South Africans die after being tricked into fighting for Russia in Ukraine

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At least 2 South Africans died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, South Africa says

South Africa's foreign minister says at least two South Africans have died fighting for Russia in the war in Ukraine after being tricked into traveling there by a recruitment scheme

The Independent UK

Dance scenes in South African rock art: a closer look at ritual, music and movement

Rock art is widespread across southern Africa and includes a wide range of depictions such as human figures, animals, dots, handprints, and other painted or engraved imagery on rock surfaces. The rock art tradition of paintings was made by San hunter gatherers over thousands of years.

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South Africa power past West Indies to close in on T20 World Cup semi-final spot

South Africa stretched their unbeaten record in the tournament to six games after a dominant nine-wicket win

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Markram blasts perfect Proteas into T20 World Cup semis

South Africa are increasingly looking like the team to beat at the T20 World Cup as they made it six wins from six with a hammering of the West Indies.

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South Africa thrash West Indies to close in on T20 World Cup semi-finals

South Africa took a step closer to reaching the T20 World Cup semi-finals as they thrashed West Indies by nine wickets on Thursday. South Africa won the toss and elected field first, as they restricted West Indies to 176-8, with Lungi Ngidi taking three wickets. They made light work of…

The Independent UK

How to watch India vs Zimbabwe: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for T20 World Cup 2026 match

Here's how to watch India vs Zimbabwe T20 World Cup streams as defending champions India battles for survival in the tournament.

TechRadar

Leopards adapted to South Africa’s Cape so successfully that they’re genetically unique – study

Animals of the same species don’t always look the same. From birds with different beak shapes to mammals that vary in size or colour, populations living in different places can often look very different.

The Conversation

What is happening today at the T20 World Cup?

There are two matches taking place today at the T20 World Cup, with the first game seeing West Indies taking on South Africa in Ahmedabad, India. Both teams won their opening game of the Super 8s, as South Africa picked up a big victory over India while West Indies thrashed…

The Independent UK

No Room for Error: Suryakumar Yadav vs Zimbabwe national cricket team

India Find Themselves in an Unfamiliar Wait-and-Watch Situation

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Solar-powered truck charging gains ground on South Africa’s freight corridors

Africa’s push to decarbonize freight is gaining momentum as Cape Town-based Zero Carbon Charge rolls out fully off-grid, solar-powered charging hubs for electric trucks along South Africa’s key N3 corridor

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Disability and access to justice in four African countries: strong laws, weak in practice

South Africa has a reputation as one of the most progressive countries on the African continent when it comes to disability rights.

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NY Young Republican Club leader to speak in Pretoria, cementing bonds with Afrikaners and European far right

International conference circuit gives worldwide right wing opportunities to share ideas and learn from each other

Euronews

Mexican cartel clashes spark security concerns ahead of FIFA World Cup

The violence erupted just under four months before Mexico City hosts the opening match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa.

The Conversation

South Africa’s carbon tax should stay: climate scientists explain why

The South African minister of electricity and energy, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, is proposing to suspend the country’s carbon tax after experiencing pressure from fossil fuel lobbies.

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Australia set for Test return to Sandpapergate venue

Australia's return to South Africa for their first Test series there in eight years will include a clash in Cape Town, scene of 2018 high drama.

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Anderson Cooper’s investigation into Trump’s South Africa claims uncovered something CBS didn’t want you to see

It also reportedly led to Cooper’s departure from the show.

Golf Monthly

South African Open Championship Betting Tips 2026: Home Favorites And A Tour-Leading Titan

The South African Open Championship heads to Stellenbosch Golf Club and our expert panel of betting experts have found the best value tips for your card...

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Can African penguins be brought back from the brink? Better designed no-fishing zones could help

South Africa is home to 88% of the world’s colonies of African penguins (Spheniscus demersus). The species is classified as Critically Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. This means there is a high risk the birds could go extinct in the wild following rapid population declines.

The Times of India

60,000-year-old ancient stone arrows from South Africa carry traces of plant-based poison

Stone artefacts from a rock shelter in South Africa have yielded chemical traces of toxic plant compounds, offering what researchers describe as the earliest direct evidence of poisoned hunting weapons. The backed microliths were recovered from layers dated to about 60,000 years ago at Umhlatuzana Rock Shelter. Using microchemical and…

The Independent UK

Former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe’s son faces attempted murder charges in South African court

The son of Zimbabwe's late ex-President Robert Mugabe faces attempted murder charges in South Africa after a shooting at his home in Johannesburg

The Guardian - UK

England T20 series in South Africa scrapped due to franchise schedule clash

England’s tour to South Africa in 2027 will comprise only three Tests and three ODIs with the T20 series abandoned owing to SA20 being prioritised

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