The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by US military has intensified concerns about oil supply and the impact on fuel prices in SA.
Read More »Here’s the latest PETROL and DIESEL price forecast for May 2026
Remembering the ‘Titanic’ and the South African lives lost
As the world commemorates the 114th anniversary of the 'Titanic' sinking, we also remember the South Africans who were aboard the ship.
Read More »Roelf Meyer to replace Ebrahim Rasool as SA ambassador to US
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer to be South Africa's next ambassador to the United States.
Read More »Orlando Pirates sign teenage winger, to join after matric
Orlando Pirates have added another exciting young talent to their development pipeline with the signing of Thapelo ‘Sugar’ Duiker from the James Mothibi Sports Academy.
Read More »PEZA: Cebu continues to attract investors
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) on Wednesday, April 15, remains optimistic over Cebu’s ability to attract investors worldwide. “When companies choose to locate in Mactan or in other places, they no longer just look at incentives alone. They look at the whole ecosystem that will support their operations and their
Read More »Amid wage hike calls, Mandaue chamber speaks for small traders
The Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) has called for a balanced approach to the proposed wage increase in Central Visayas, stressing the need to consider both the welfare of workers and the capacity of businesses to sustain their operations.
Read More »Iloilo tightens health protocols as dangerous heat levels persist
ILOILO CITY — Authorities in Iloilo province have rolled out stricter public health measures as extreme heat conditions continue to pose risks to residents, following the issuance of Executive Order No. 46, Series of 2026, on Wednesday. The order reiterates the enforcement of minimum public health standards in response to hazardous heat index levels, directing
Read More »Villanueva: Mandatory GPS in PUVs for service contracting a ‘burden’
MANILA, Philippines — Requiring public utility vehicles under the service contracting program to have a Global Positioning System (GPS) is an additional burden for drivers, Sen. Joel Villanueva said on Wednesday. The senator made the remark after the Department of Transportation (DOTr) revoked its decision to mandate drivers to procure GPS devices. “In the midst
Read More »NBI must probe alleged plans to unseat, kill President, says Palace
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday said the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) must look into the alleged plans to unseat and even kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated by key witness Ramil Madriaga during an impeachment hearing against Vice President Sara Duterte. In a briefing, Palace press officer Claire Castro said the threats against the
Read More »NCRPO chief urges ‘compassion, common sense’ in ‘Safer Cities’ drive
MANILA, Philippines — National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Director Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin said law enforcers must exercise “compassion and common sense” in enforcing the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) “Safer Cities” program. Aberin joined DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla in visiting Mandaluyong City to apologize to Jhony Lanquino, the man whom
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