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Karadzic fights war-crimes transfer
Radovan Karadzic was expected on Friday to appeal against his transfer to the United Nations war-crimes court. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 12:02 pm Cops struggle to control Beijing Olympic ticket chaos
Police struggled on Friday to control surging crowds of more than 50000 people desperate to grab the last Olympic tickets in Beijing. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 12:01 pm De Villiers queries Bok finishing
Sapa Springbok coach Peter de Villiers said today that one of his major concerns was the finishing ability of the current Springbok wings.De Villiers was the keynote speaker at the Kuils River Rugby Clubs breakfast function held at the posh Zevenwacht Wine Estate, near Stellenbosch, this morning."It is a problem that our Springbok wings lack the ability to provide the finishing touch when the tryline is in sight," said ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 12:00 pm Weir shares lead at Canadian Open
AFP OAKVILLE, Canada - Canadian Mike Weir shot a bogey-free six-under par 65 yesterday to share the lead when darkness halted the first round of the rain-interrupted five million-dollar US PGA Canadian Open.Only about half the field completed the opening 18 holes after rain stopped play for five hours and 42 minutes, leaving those still unfinished to complete their rounds after play resumes this morning.Southpaw Weir, 38, has managed ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 12:00 pm Approval of President Mbeki drops to its lowest level since 2002
TNS Research Surveys, South Africa's leading marketing and social insights company, has conducted a series of surveys since 2000 that ascertain whether people feel the President is doing a good job as President of South Africa. Read full story... | Send to a friend ....
Biz Community - Marketing News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 11:48 am Gauteng says reintegration going swimmingly
The Gauteng provincial government believes favourable conditions exist for the reintegration of people displaced by xenophobic violence. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 11:47 am SA-EU summit opens in France
AFP BORDEAUX, France - South Africa and the European Union (EU) began their first-ever summit today in the French city of Bordeaux with Pretoria set to defend its role as mediator in the Zimbabwean political crisis. The key event was kicked off by French President Nicolas Sarkozy, whose nation holds the rotating EU presidency, South African counterpart Thabo Mbeki and European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso.The top-level meeting has ....
The Times - Africa - Posted on July 25, 2008, 11:45 am Rebels: Sudan bombed Darfur during al-Bashir tour
A Darfur rebel faction that has a pact with Sudan's government accused the army on Friday of bombing a village this week. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 11:42 am Hunter set for Paris showdown
David Ball South African sprinter Robbie Hunter is determined to launch one final effort for a Tour de France stage victory on the final leg (stage 21) which ends in Paris on Sunday.Victory on the Champs-Elysees would be a massive boost for Hunter and Team Barloworld, which has been rocked by the doping suspension of Spanish rider Moises Duenas earlier in the tour."On Sunday everybody is there for themselves ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:45 am JSE lower in line with world markets
The JSE was lower in quiet trade on Friday, led south by banking stocks after poor United States data released overnight renewed market worries. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:44 am Gay community protests Qwelane's 'shocking' article
Cape Town's gay community will on Friday protest outside Media 24's offices in reaction to a "shocking homophobic article" written by John Qwelane. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:43 am DSTV goes HD
DSTV viewers will be able to watch high-definition TV from the end of August. ....
ITWeb - Computing - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:34 am Lynne Brown sworn in as Western Cape premier
Former Western Cape minister for finance and economic affairs Lynne Brown was on Friday officially sworn in as premier of the province. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:34 am eBay auction fraudster jailed
In today's technology roundup: eBay auction fraudster jailed, Payout for false Facebook profile, Kaminsky provides DNS flaw details ....
ITWeb - Computing - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:30 am 42 dead after boat sinks in DRC
AFP KINSHASA - At least 42 passengers drowned and more than 100 are missing after their boat sank on the river Oubangui in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), local officials and a radio report said today. Rescue workers had saved 22 passengers, but recovered 42 bodies from the river, which runs along DRCongos northern border with the Central African Republic, Felix Ibula, of the authorities in nearby Gbadolite, ....
The Times - Africa - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:30 am Ethiopian army honours PM
AFP ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopias military has awarded Prime Minister Meles Zenawi and several high-ranking army officers for their leadership in the 1998-2000 war with neighbour Eritrea, state media said. Meles was cited for "his meticulous leadership in foiling anti-peace moves of the Eritrean regime, terrorists and other anti-peace elements," the Ethiopian News Agency (ENA) said.Ethiopia is at loggerheads with neighbouring Eritrea over the precise delimitation of its border ....
The Times - Africa - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:30 am UN must stay in ICoast: France
AFP UNITED NATIONS - France is proposing to keep United Nations (UN) and French peacekeepers in Ivory Coast until next January 31 to help stage free and fair polls late this year, according to a copy of a draft resolution obtained by AFP. The draft, which is to be formally readied today for a Security Council vote, would give a six-month extension to the mandate of the 8,000-strong UN ....
The Times - Africa - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:30 am Brown sworn in as W Cape premier
Sapa Former Western Cape MEC for finance and economic affairs Lynne Brown was sworn in today as premier of the province. Brown, who replaces outgoing premier Ebrahim Rasool, was sworn in during a special sitting of the provincial legislature.Addressing members of the legislature during her acceptance speech, Brown ruled out any drastic changes in the provincial government under her leadership, saying the "do not fix that which is not ....
The Times - Breaking News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:30 am Zille declares war on crime
Launching her party's anti-crime campaign on Friday, Helen Zille, leader of the Democratic Alliance, said: "Today we say: enough is enough." ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:22 am Chiefs count injuries
Sapa Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral will be having a sleepless night sweating over the fitness of his two strikers, Jose Torrealba and Kaizer Motaung junior.He needs both to be fighting fit to lead the Amakhosi attack against the kings of Europe Manchester United in the Vodacom Challenge final at Loftus tomorrow.Kick-off is at 3.30pm.Chiefs won the right to play the newly crowned English Premiership and European Champions League ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:15 am Neville commits to Everton
AFP LIVERPOOL, England - Everton captain Phil Neville revealed today he has signed a new four-year deal that will keep him at Goodison Park until 2012. The 31-year-old England international defender said Everton was "the only club that I want to play for" and revealed he was "proud" to be extending his stay.The former Manchester United star told evertonTV: "First of all I am really proud that the club ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:15 am Team Barloworld are determined
Sapa Just three days remain in the 2008 Tour de France and despite the events that have left Team Barloworld with only four riders in the race, there is a renewed optimism in the team and a determination to do well. "Without a doubt its been a difficult and unlucky Tour de France for us but were very proud that John Lee Augustyn and Chris Froome have emerged and ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:15 am Pakistan vow safe tournament
AFP KARACHI - Pakistans relieved cricket authorities said today that they were more focused than ever on staging a safe Champions Trophy following a decision to keep the prestigious event in their country.The International Cricket Council (ICC) decided yesterday to keep the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, despite fears of a pull-out by players from Australia, New Zealand and England over security concerns.The ICC appointed a task force to ensure ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:15 am Dozens dead after boat sinks in DRC
At least 42 passengers drowned and more than 100 are missing after their boat sank on the river Oubangui in the Democratic Republic of Congo. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 25, 2008, 10:03 amAll News
ANC Free State chairman re-elected
By Charles MoleleThe ANCs Free State chairman, Ace Magashule, has been re-elected provincial chairman after being nominated by a record 300 ANC branches. Magashule was unchallenged for the position after his main rival, deputy chairman Pat Matosa, failed to secure a single nomination. Matosa needed to be nominated by at least 30 branches to challenge Magashule.His allies vying for the top five positions also stood upopposed after thumping their ....
The Times - Breaking News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:15 pm Skweyiya to probe mismanagement
SapaAlleged inappropriate management practices at the SA Social Security Agency will be investigated by Social Development Minister Zola Skweyiya, said the ministry on Thursday."They include allegations of discrimination and inappropriate treatment of women staff, irregular appointment of staff, and abuse of power by senior management."Skweyiya said he had been listening to a number of whistleblowers from the agency over the last two weeks.He said allegations of mismanagement were viewed ....
The Times - Breaking News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:15 pm Half Time: Kaizer Chiefs 1 - 0 Orlando Pirates
Kaizer Chiefs 1 - 0 Orlando Pirates Goal 13 min Jose Torealba It is a high paced game that sees end to end action on the pitch, Chiefs find themselves in the lead through a Torealba goal. ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 7:30 pm SA must keep momentum
Sports Reporter The Proteas take on the Bangladesh A side in a three-day tour match at Worcester from today, determined not to let their intensity drop from the Leeds Test match level. We discovered in the Lords Test just how difficult it is to get your intensity up to the right level if you start badly, said coach Mickey Arthur, and it is important that we dont let things ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 8:45 pm China lifts leprosy ban
AFP China has lifted a ban on foreigners with leprosy being allowed into the country, but people with sexually transmitted diseases and mental illnesses remain unwelcome, the state media reported yesterday. The ban on leprosy sufferers was removed this week after the UN Human Rights Council passed a resolution aimed at eliminating discrimination against people with the disease.Xinhua highlighted the fact the ban was lifted just ahead of next ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 8:45 pm Lions, Sharks battle for top spot
Craig Ray THE Blue Bulls have the luxury of a weekend off, yet hope to maintain their position at the top of the Currie Cup Premier Division standings if their nearest rivals falter at the weekend.The second-placed Golden Lions travel to Durban to play the Natal Sharks.Victory for the Lions will push the Gautengers to top position as they lie two points adrift of the Bulls on 16 points ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 8:45 pm Malinda shines in the rain
AFP Malinda Warnapura scored his third Test half-century yesterday as Sri Lanka reached 85/2 at close of a rain-shortened opening day of the first cricket Test against India. Overnight and morning rain and wet ground meant only 22 overs were bowled in two hours. Sri Lankas captain Mahela Jayawardene won the toss and elected to bat first, but soon lost his opener Michael Vandort with the total at seven.Vandort ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 8:45 pm Swimmer ‘Bubble Boy’ Hackett in shape for record attempt
AFP Olympic champion Grant Hackett has rarely been in better shape thanks to a vigorous training regime and an odd routine that has earned him the nickname Beijing Bubble Boy.Desperate to become the first 1500m swimmer to win three Olympic golds, the Australian is avoiding crowds and refusing to drink from open bottles or touch public handrails or washbasins for fear of getting sick.And to top it off, he ....
The Times - Sports News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 8:45 pm When Brazilian eyes are smiling
AFP A Smile has returned to the face of superstar Ronaldinho following his transfer to AC Milan, Brazilian coach Dunga said yesterday as he prepared his young team for the Olympics. Ronaldinho scored 70 goals in 145 appearances for Barcelona, helping them win the Spanish championship in 2005 and 2006 as well as the 2006 Champions League.But after a dip in form last season he was deemed surplus to ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:00 pm Scolari’s not playing Ferguson’s ageing game
Talek Harris, AFP LUIZ Felipe Scolari refused to be drawn into a war of words with Manchester Uniteds Alex Ferguson over the age of his squad, but insisted Chelseas experience could win them the Premiership.Scolari sidestepped Fergusons verbal salvo after seeing both youngsters and veterans star in the 4-0 win over Guangzhou Pharmaceutical, his first match in charge.I dont answer this question, he said. Sorry, but this is not ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:00 pm Turkish mentor back after never ‘really’ leaving FC AK
Mazola Molefe THE FC AK merry-go-round continues. This is after former coach Ali Akan returned to the club just weeks after controversially stepping down from his post on the eve of the clubs first-leg promotion play- off match against Bay United.The Turkish mentor will be back with the club in the new season after resolving his grievances with them. The former Namibian national team coach cited management interference in ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:00 pm This Batman’s weighed down by gravitas
Director Christopher Nolans serious approach causes his movie to crash, writes Robert McKay He Might be unique among superheroes in that he doesnt have real superpowers, but that didnt stop Batman from trouncing Spider-Man at the box office last week.Dark Knight took a record-breaking $155.34-million (R1.16-billion) in its opening weekend, $4-million more than Spider-Mans third outing in 2007. Of course, that doesnt mean the movie is without flaws.Christopher Nolan, ....
The Times - Entertainment - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:15 pm So is it any good, Barry?
Movie critic Barry Ronge says most people will hardly notice the epic length three hours of The Dark Knight.The film is so precisely executed and so vividly staged that most viewers will happily commit to its power-backed pace as they marvel at two of the most startling performances of the year, he said, referring to lead actor Christian Bale and deceased star Heath Ledger, who plays the ....
The Times - Entertainment - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:15 pm Female voice in male chorus
Praise singing has always been part of the African tradition, writes Ziphezinhle Msimango The moment you meet Jessica Mbangeni and she starts speaking in the commanding baritone that all praise singers use, you will understand why shes in this line of work. She arrives 15 minutes late for our interview and immediately explains that getting herself ready takes her a very long time. The intricately wrapped doek, the carefully ....
The Times - Entertainment - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:15 pm Barry must face the Villa hate mob alone
Sapa-AFP Aston Villa manager Martin ONeill has warned Gareth Barry that he wont protect the unsettled England midfielder from the hate- mob in tomorrows Intertoto Cup clash with Odense. Barry was subjected to vicious abuse during Tuesdays friendly at Walsall as Villa fans showed their ire about his attempts to engineer a move to Liverpool.It could get worse for Barry if ONeill feels the 27-year-old is in the right ....
The Times - Soccer News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:00 pm Batmania swoops into the city
Sashni Pather and Robert McKay Tickets for new movie selling fast A Dark Knight has cruised into town and South Africans are going along for the ride. The latest Batman film has broken international records ticket sales were the highest ever for a film in its opening weekend, $155.34-million (R1.1-billion). Thats 4-million more than last years Spiderman 3. South Africans are adding to the phenomenon. Tickets for ....
The Times - Entertainment - Posted on July 24, 2008, 9:15 pm High Court mum on Hlophe reports
Sapa Officials at the Johannesburg High Court were tight-lipped over todays reports that Cape Judge President John Hlophe had applied for an order declaring that the Constitutional Court had violated his rights.Hlophe had also reportedly applied for an order to stop the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) hearing against him.Hlophe allegedly approached some of the Constitutional Courts judges improperly earlier this year while they were deciding on cases involving African ....
The Times - Breaking News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:15 pm Zuma: I didn't know there were poor whites
African National Congress president Jacob Zuma on Thursday addressed a gathering of more than 1000 poor white Pretoria residents. ....
Mail & Guardian - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:42 pm Zimbabwe crisis talks underway
AFPTalks began in earnest today on resolving Zimbabwes political crisis after President Robert Mugabe gave his senior lieutenants the final go-ahead to negotiate power-sharing with the opposition.A spokesman for South African President Thabo Mbeki, the chief mediator between the two sides, confirmed the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union - Patriotic Front (Zanu-PF) and opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC)s top negotiators were now in place at a secret venue, ....
The Times - Africa - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:30 pm Zuma disputes extension of probe
By Giordano Stolley, SapaANC president Jacob Zuma has disputed the validity of the States decision in 2005 to expand its investigations into his affairs.This is contained in an affidavit filed in the Pietermaritzburg High Court today.It was submitted in reply to papers filed by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) on July 11.In his affidavit, Zuma said the appointment of the man who authorised the extension, Advocate Thanda Mngwengwe, was ....
The Times - Breaking News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:45 pm Core - Design Essence rebrands 50/50 nature TV programme
Core - Design Essence was honoured when they received news that they had won the pitch to rebrand one of South Africa's oldest shows. 50/50 Human Nature has been running on SABC 2 for 24 consistent years, presenting the successes and disasters of conservation to South Africa's people. Read full story... | Send to a friend ....
Biz Community - Marketing News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 3:41 pm DStv - so much more with CineMARK
Innovative broadcast medium DSTV has selected cinema advertising, and CineMARK, as a major part of their new advertising campaign. The campaign will run for a period of 30 weeks, launching on the 5th September 2008 until the 2nd April 2009. Read full story... | Send to a friend ....
Biz Community - Marketing News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 4:26 pm iLogic gets to know Ronald Sassoon
iLogic's latest website development for the iconic Ronald Sassoon Jeans brand, forms an integral part of the brand's revival. Read full story... | Send to a friend ....
Biz Community - Marketing News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 4:21 pm Gearhouse at the Loeries
It's time for the annual Loerie Awards, and Gearhouse SA is more involved than ever in this highlight on the advertising industry's calendar. Read full story... | Send to a friend ....
Biz Community - Marketing News - Posted on July 24, 2008, 4:55 pm