Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz
Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
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Cash-strapped South Africans turn to emergency airtime
More South Africans are turning to emergency airtime to stay connected. (Image generated via ChatGPT) As South Africans battle relentless financial pressure, millions are increasingly turning to emergency airtime and data advances to stay connected. What was once marketed by mobile operators as a short-term convenience has now become a lifeline for cash-strapped consumers −…
Serbian protesters clash with police amid massive anti-government rally in Belgrade
Clashes erupted between groups of protesters and riot police after a huge anti-government rally on Saturday in the Serbian capital, Belgrade, by tens of thousands of opponents of the country’s autocratic President Aleksandar Vucic While the rally at a central square in Belgrade passed peacefully, groups of young demonstrators later clashed with riot police, throwing flares, rocks…
SpaceX’s record-setting IPO is here
A SpaceX Super Heavy booster carrying the Starship spacecraft lifts off on its 11th test flight at the company’s launch pad in Starbase, Texas, last year. Steve Nesius/Reuters SpaceX took the wraps off its IPO filing on Wednesday, laying bare for investors just how much Elon Musk is losing on AI while betting the company’s…
Funerals for medics killed in Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon | Israel attacks Lebanon
NewsFeed Funerals were held for paramedics killed by two Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon on Friday. The Israeli military has repeatedly attacked health facilities and medical teams in Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of using them to conceal weapons and fighters. Published On 23 May 202623 May 2026 Click here to share on social media share-nodes…
Spotify unveils ticket guarantees through Reserved offering for dedicated fans
In 2026, securing major concert tickets can feel nearly impossible for everyday listeners. To combat this friction, Spotify has announced Reserved, a new ticketing feature designed to identify an artist’s most dedicated streaming audience and hold pairs of tickets specifically for them. Read: Google says Gemini Omni can generate “anything from any input” Launching first…
U.S. and Iran closing in on a 60-day ceasefire extension: FT
A ship remains anchored on May 16, 2026 in the Strait of Hormuz near Larak Island, Iran. Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran over opening this critical waterway have largely stalled as the countries have rejected each other’s proposals to end the war that began when the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on February 28….
Meta platforms contribute R16.5bn to SA’s economy
The Meta-commissioned study highlights the growing role digital platforms play in South Africa’s SME and informal business sectors. Meta’s platforms generated an estimated R16.5 billion in annual economic value for South Africa and are helping nearly one million small businesses operate and grow, according to a new study commissioned by the social media giant. The…
U.S. and Iran officials signal progress in negotiations amid fragile ceasefire
Officials from the U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a deal to end the ongoing conflict, according to public statements from officials from both nations Saturday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. A potential deal would come after a fragile, almost two-month ceasefire between the…
Nvidia does it again
Nvidia CEO Jensen Juang Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Wednesday aimed to assure investors that the world’s most valuable company can keep up its blockbuster growth with the help of a broad base of customers and that new products will help it beat the US$1-trillion in sales it has forecast for its flagship AI chips….