South Africa
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worldSouth Africa Mourns Cynthia Shange: A Trailblazing Beauty Queen and Actress
Cynthia Shange, South Africa's first black Miss World representative during apartheid and a celebrated actress, has died at 76. She broke barriers in beauty and film.
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healthGreat White Sharks Struggle as Oceans Overheat
Rising ocean temperatures push apex predators like great white sharks to their physiological limits, impacting marine ecosystems and conservation efforts.
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worldActivist Kemi Seba Arrested in South Africa Over Benin Coup Plot Allegations
French-Beninese activist Kemi Seba, wanted for inciting rebellion, was apprehended in South Africa attempting to flee to Europe.
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worldUS Refugee Intake Skyrockets, Primarily South African Under New Policy
US refugee admissions surge, with nearly all recent arrivals from South Africa following policy shifts. Details emerge on nationalities and resettlement.
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sportsCoach Hugo Broos Says South Africa Can Surprise at World Cup
South Africa's coach believes his team can be a surprise factor at the World Cup, as they return to the tournament for the first time since 2010.
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healthNew COVID-19 Variant BA.3.2 Spreads Globally
BA.3.2, dubbed the 'cicada' variant, has been detected in 23 countries since its emergence in South Africa.
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worldHumans, Not Orcas, Are Driving Great White Sharks to Extinction
New research reveals human fishing and shark control programs kill more great whites annually than orcas Port and Starboard off South Africa.
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sportsDeChambeau Leads LIV Golf in South Africa After Eagle-Filled Round
Bryson DeChambeau takes a two-shot lead at the inaugural LIV Golf event in South Africa, posting a seven-under 64 with two eagles. Southern Guard leads team competition.