Zizi Kodwa, the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, has stepped down following his arrest on bribery charges amounting to R1.6 million. His court appearance at the Palm Ridge specialized commercial crimes court spurred a swift resignation announcement. Kodwa plans to contest the charges against him.
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Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) conducted an experiment during a rare solar eclipse to measure greenhouse gases, particularly focusing on carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations. Utilizing both low-cost and high-precision sensors, they discovered a spike in CO2 levels precisely at the peak of the eclipse. The findings prompt further analysis to understand these anomalies.
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Mass evacuations are underway in western Germany due to severe floods caused by heavy rainfall, leaving 12 dead and widespread destruction. Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the ravaged regions to offer condolences and oversee relief operations. The German military plays a crucial role in the rescue efforts as submerged villages in North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate struggle with the disaster's aftermath.
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In a landmark victory, Claudia Sheinbaum of the ruling Morena party is poised to become Mexico’s first woman president. Defeating opposition candidate Xóchitl Gálvez, Sheinbaum's policies reflect her mentor President López Obrador's, focusing on tackling crime and reforming the justice system. Her leadership begins in October.
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In a thrilling 2024 Champions League final, Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr. took advantage of Borussia Dortmund's defensive error to score a decisive goal, solidifying a 2-0 lead. This expert play sealed the victory for Real Madrid, with the highlight footage showcasing Vinicius Jr.'s exceptional agility and talent.
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Cristiano Ronaldo and his team Al-Nassr lost the Saudi Pro League final to Al-Hilal with a score of 2-1, marking Ronaldo's third consecutive final defeat. Ronaldo, visibly frustrated, received a yellow card and scored his team's only goal. Al-Hilal secured their 18th league title, adding to Ronaldo's string of tough losses.
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