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Indonesia first-quarter growth boosted by election, holiday spending
Indonesia's economic growth accelerated in the first quarter of 2024 on the back of election and religious holiday spending, official data showed Monday. Government estimates had projected growth of 5.17 percent but experts warned Jakarta's official data might not be reliable to judge economic performance.
Far-right parties wage disinfo war ahead of EU vote
Far-right populist parties are way ahead of their traditional rivals in the race for voter attention on social media, where disinformation is stirring fear and rage around key issues in June's European elections, experts say.
Asian markets build on rally as US jobs data boost rate cut hopes
Most Asian markets rose Monday after data showing fewer US jobs were created last month rekindled optimism interest rates will be cut this year, while mainland Chinese equities bounced on hopes for fresh government economic support.
'Everybody is vulnerable': Fake US school audio stokes AI alarm
A fabricated audio clip of a US high school principal prompted a torrent of outrage, leaving him battling allegations of racism and anti-Semitism in a case that has sparked new alarm about AI manipulation.
Murder accused security guard rearrested after 1 year on the run, Mzansi praises cops
Police have rearrested a murder-accused security guard who had been on the run for over a year. Nqubeko Bright Mchunu was wanted after he didn't appear in court.
Hope Mbhele's 'Bridgerton' S3 red carpet event dress crowned as best look, SA applauds actress
Hope Mbhele attended the 'Bridgerton' S3 red carpet event. Mzansi peeps were delighted to see how well she dressed for the special Netflix event.
Hollywood star Ferrell invests in Championship club Leeds: reports
Hollywood star Will Ferrell has become the latest celebrity to invest in Championship club Leeds, according to reports on Sunday. Welsh club Wrexham, recently promoted to the third tier, are owned by fellow actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who started a recent trend of celebrities investing in British teams.
Security fears prompt ANC to postpone Jacob Zuma's hearing until after elections at Luthuli House
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula addressed concerns on Sunday surrounding the Jacob Zuma hearing, revealing that it will be postponed until after the elections.
Babalwa Mneno takes Inno Morolong to court for defamation, SA roasts reality TV star
Babalwa Mneno is suing Inno Morolong for defamation. The media personalities' legal clash made people realise how often Inno Morolong is involved in a beef.
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