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Canada's public broadcaster to cut 10% of workforce
Canada's public broadcaster on Monday announced it would cut 600 jobs, or 10 percent of its workforce, as it confronts financial challenges sparked by a drop in television ad revenues and competition from digital news outlets.
Divided US high court hears challenge to $6bn Purdue opioid settlement
The US Supreme Court appeared divided on Monday as it heard a challenge to Purdue Pharma's $6 billion opioids settlement immunizing the Sackler family.
'Uzalo' actor Bhekisizwe Mahlawe on how he is nailing Ben 10 role and budding music career
'Uzalo' actor Bhekisizwe Mahlawe discussed how he is balancing his acting and music careers. The star also spoke about how he prepares for his role as Prince.
Banque Pictet to pay nearly $123 mn over secret bank accounts
Banque Pictet et Cie will pay nearly $123 million under a deferred prosecution agreement in which the private bank admitted to helping US taxpayers evade $50.6 million in taxes, US officials announced Monday. Under the agreement, Banque Pictet will pay $31.8 million in restitution for US taxes; $52.2 million for fees earned on the undeclared accounts; and a penalty of nearly $39 million.
Saudi Arabia says 'absolutely not' to oil phaseout at COP28
Saudi Arabia's energy minister has slammed the door shut on agreeing to phase out fossil fuels at the UN's COP28 climate talks, setting the stage for difficult negotiations in Dubai. But Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, a half-brother of de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, told Bloomberg that Saudi Arabia, the world's biggest oil exporter, would not agree.
Former Springboks player Elton Jantjies allegedly charges fans for one-on-one video meetings
Elton Jantjies is said to be looking at new ways to make more money. The former Springboks player is allegedly charging fans for a video call with him.
TikTok video of granny travelling on aeroplane with grandson gives SA the feels
A TikTok video of a granny living her best life on an aeroplane has captured the hearts of South Africans. Her pure joy over the in-flight meal is contagious.
Award-winning songwriter Zithulele Khwela wins court battle against 'Umkhokha: The Curse'
Zithulele Khwela has won his legal battle against 'Umkhokha: The Curse'. The award-winning songwriter will finally receive his royalties for the soundtrack.
Cape Town woman lands in hospital after drinking energy drinks, shares story in viral TikTok video
A woman from Cape Town took to TikTok to share how drinking energy drinks landed her in hospital. Her life-threatening situation had many Mzansi people scared.
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