Ukrainian forces on Wednesday repelled an attempt by Russian troops to pierce defences near the northeastern city of Kupiansk, said Ukraine’s General Staff. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha ...

It seems doubtful that anything approaching an accurate roll call could have been undertaken in such circumstances. ‘Thumbsuck’ is the term that immediately comes to mind.

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference – COP29 – in Baku, Azerbaijan, has been called the “Finance COP”. Headlines throughout the summit, which ends on 22 November, are likely to be ...

The City of Cape Town has put criminals on notice for the holiday season. It launched a plan to keep the city safe while visitors descend on the city, with an emphasis on preventing drunk driving and ...

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the spiritual leader of Anglicans worldwide, resigned 'in sorrow' on Tuesday, saying he had failed to ensure a proper investigation into allegations of abuse by ...

Rwanda offers a fresh perspective for travellers, blending its natural beauty with a sense of community. From the shores of Lake Kivu to the wildlife of Akagera National Park, visitors can explore the ...

These recognitions in the Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards are a testament to the dedication, care and skill that our journalists bring to their craft every day. Daily Maverick extends heartfelt ...

Strong coffee and a hit of brandy are tamed by the addition of a sweet traditional ingredient from the Cape wine industry in this eccentric but delicious sauce. Did it work? It may be worth putting on ...

Asian stocks fell to the lowest level in almost two months on concerns that US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs and picks for key administration positions may stoke inflation. Equity ...

On an un-named headland above a beach on the Cape south coast we find tracks everywhere, but will we find the holy grail of our adventure: human footprints?

Swiggy’s shares are set to start trading in Mumbai on Wednesday, marking a test for investor interest in India’s burgeoning quick-commerce sector.

A shortage of students willing to work at bars, restaurants or karaoke joints in the busy year-end season — even as pay rises — is a conundrum Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba must address to ...