theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:18:47

Anthropic warns of AI 'worms' spreading across smart gadgets

Anthropic researchers warn that small AI models may soon act like computer worms, spreading autonomously across poorly secured smart devices without human intervention.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:24:02

New special needs school for Eastern Cape

ADvTECH has acquired the historic St Georgeâ s School property in Gqeberha to create The Bridge St Georgeâ s, a dedicated school for neurodivergent learners set to open in 2028.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:29:08

Scramble for tickets ahead of World Cup games

Over 600,000 ticket ballot entries have already flooded in for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup fixtures at Buffalo Park, with organisers urging fans to apply before the November 21 deadline.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:00:00

When notoriety becomes celebrity

Why have we allowed, or perhaps taught, the media to believe that we are willing consumers of obscurity transformed into notoriety?

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:20:00

Sewage spills plague Pretoria residents as complaints go unanswered

Residents across Pretoria say service delivery is going down the drain with sewage spills left unattended and running down streets.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:39:50

Eskom warns parties election posters on power poles could cost lives

As posters multiply ahead of the 4 November polls, Eskom's next round of "load shedding" could involve stripping campaign posters from light poles.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:14:23

BMA official nabbed with 22 Lesotho passports in major border corruption bust

The passports had allegedly been transported from Limpopo to Ladybrand for the purpose of being unlawfully being stamped.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:48:02

Three suspects shot dead after robbing CIT van in Umlazi, KZN

A manhunt is underway for the suspect who fled the scene.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:23:38

CCTV captures Boxer Store horror as employee guns down three women

A manhunt for the suspect is underway.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:27:23

Indonesia: Bali fuel supply delays spark panic buying and hours-long queues

Indonesia's resort island of Bali faced long queues at petrol stations on Wednesday, 14 October, as disrupted fuel deliveries left motorists waiting for hours.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:40:00

Rachel Kolisi shows up for Siya's Stormers homecoming [video]

Rachel Kolisi has over the moon to watch the Stormers live in action in a match where her ex, Siya Kolisi, made his comeback last weekend...

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:09:21

Award-winning drill squads bring their successful style home

Military precision, relentless determination and flawless execution all came together for dozens of Nelson Mandela Bay pupils who recently returned home after raking in the awards at the national March and Drill competition in Cape Town. Following the pupilsâ return earlier this week, about 250 spectators were able to witness the drill squads in action when they presented their performances on the rugby field of Chapman High School in Gelvandale.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:41:32

BAIL BID: Cybercop faces string of charges

A Hawks cybercrime investigator, alleged to have been linked to a web of kidnappings, extortion and organised crime alongside the men accused of assassinating Gqeberha prosecutor Tracy Brown, is now fighting for bail.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:55:47

'Uyena': Social media reacts to Nathi Mthethwa's lookalike [photos]

Social media reacted to Nathi Mthethwa's lookalike on X, with many agreeing that the resemblance between the two gentlemen is truly uncanny.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:53:26

Well-wishers rally behind Pope Leo XIV as he recovers from cancer surgery

With music and prayer, well-wishers gather outside Romeâ s Gemelli Hospital as Pope Leo XIV recovers from surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumour. Doctors say the pontiff is walking, eating, and making normal progress after the procedure.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:24:11

'The R2 400 is just an insult': Pensioner speaks out on SASSA grant

One pensioner supporting several family members says his monthly grant runs dry long before the end of every single month.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:00:06

Angelique Gerber to DIVORCE ex-Bok Jacques Potgieter

Actress Angelique Gerber is reportedly hoping to put her marriage to former Springbok Jacques Potgieter behind her...

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:34:37

Russia says diesel supply deal with US under negotiation after Trump-Putin call

Hours after Trump announced a deal with Putin, Russia says negotiations are still underway. Trump claims Moscow will immediately supply over 300,000 tons of diesel, with more shipments promised in November and beyond.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:23:33

IEC assures political parties that results system is reliable

The IEC's Results System came under fire after it suffered a technical glitch in the 2024 elections.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:40:36

'Spirit of lust': Bernard Parker hints at struggles?

TS Galaxy coach and former Bafana Bafana player Bernard Parker has hinted at some of his 'personal struggles'...