Snap Inc. has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off approximately 1,000 employees, which is roughly 16% of its total staff. In a company-wide memo, CEO Evan Spiegel framed the cuts as a move to increase operational velocity by replacing repetitive manual tasks with advanced artificial intelligence. In addition to the layoffs, the company is…
The US and Iran have been discussing a second round of peace talks in Pakistan and, speaking to reporters in Washington, Trump said the US and Iran had already agreed on a lot, including that Tehran would not have nuclear weapons “beyond 20 years” – but warned that “if there is no deal, fighting resumes”.
Netstar has appointed Warren Mande as managing director. Telematics and vehicle tracking firm, Netstar has appointed Warren Mande as managing director, effective 1 July. In a statement, Netstar, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Altron Group, says the appointment follows the resignation of Grant Fraser, who will be emigrating to Australia with his family. It notes that…
No evidence consuming avocado seed can ‘clean’ womb or improve fertility IN SHORT: Despite medicinal use for some conditions, there is no scientific evidence that avocado seeds can improve fertility or “clean” the uterus. But research does suggest a generally healthy diet may improve the chances of getting pregnant. A series of popular Facebook posts…
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said Thursday that his country will “be ready” for a possible attack from the United States as President Trump’s rhetoric against Cuba continues to escalate. Earlier this week, Mr. Trump said his administration could focus on Cuba after the war in Iran ends. With Cuba’s crisis deepening as a result of a U.S….
South Africa’s direct marketing industry faces a significant new compliance regime after trade, industry & competition minister Parks Tau gazetted amendments to the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) that require all direct marketers to register with the National Consumer Commission and scrub their databases monthly against a national opt-out registry. The CPA amendment regulations (2026), published…
SENIOR BUREAU OFFICIAL CHECKER: Good morning, it’s really a pleasure to be here with all of you. Thank you so much to CSIS for the invitation–and for convening this conversation at such a consequential moment. My objective here is really just to clearly and unambiguously talk about the Trump administration’s very new and different approach…
We, the participants in the Civilian and Political Seminar of the 2026 Sudan Conference in Berlin, as part of consultative efforts supported by the Quintet through its engagement with a broad spectrum of Sudanese civilian and political forces, raise the alarm over the grave humanitarian crisis and the immense suffering of our people and targeting…
Alex Manninger played for Arsenal, Liverpool and Juventus at peak of his career while winning 33 Austria caps. Published On 16 Apr 202616 Apr 2026 Former Austria goalkeeper Alex Manninger, who played for Arsenal and a string of Italian clubs, has died at the age of 48 when the car he was driving was hit…
Core has launched a Microsoft Surface Reseller Programme aimed at expanding opportunities for small and mid-sized IT resellers in South Africa. The programme gives partners access to Surface for Business devices, along with training, technical support and sales enablement to help them grow their operations. It forms part of a broader push to strengthen the…
