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1938 shock discovery in South Africa: A fish scientists thought was extinct suddenly reappeared after 65 million years and changed science forever

A chance discovery in 1938 by a South African museum curator unearthed a 'living fossil' – a coelacanth, a fish thought extinct for 65 million years. This astonishing find challenged scientific understanding of evolution and extinction, suggesting the deep sea harbors undiscovered ancient life. The coelacanth's unique features provide crucial…

The Economic Times

Is South Africa vs Barbarians on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Springboks clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the clash in Gqeberha

The Independent UK

Nigerian migrants returning from South Africa face the same economic issues they left behind

Nigerians repatriated from South Africa following a series of anti-migrant marches and reported attacks on some foreign nationals are struggling to settle into a new life back home

The Independent UK

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England slip to defeat by France in non-cap international after costly mistakes

England slipped to defeat just two weeks before they face South Africa in the Nations Championship

The Independent UK

South Africa boss in World Cup spotlight after shutting down Trump question and calling out Messi treatment

Hugo Broos has not been afraid to speak his mind at the World Cup

The Independent UK

‘We need to talk about this,’ Kallas-Israel spat draws mixed reactions from EU leaders

EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas faced a mixed reaction at the Brussels summit over alleged remarks comparing Israel to apartheid South Africa, after Israel cut contact with her.

Euronews

Mexico qualify for knockout stages, Canada take home first ever World Cup points

With their 1-0 win over South Korea, Mexico have become the first country to qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup. Canada powered six goals past Qatar to take home their first three points in a World Cup for the first time in their history. Switzerland vs Bosnia…

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A South African coastal village learns to peacefully share its space with wild baboons, but the model remains a rare exception

In Rooiels, South Africa, residents share their village with chacma baboons, a routine that contrasts with conflict elsewhere. This peaceful coexistence is achieved through simple lifestyle changes, like using baboon-proof bins and securing homes. Villagers view themselves as guests in a shared ecosystem, demonstrating that human adaptation can foster harmony…

The Times of India

Mexico secures ticket to knockout stages as Canada breeze past Qatar with ruthless 6-0 win

Mexico became the first team to secure a knockout rounds ticket after beating South Korea 1-0 to top Group A with six points on matchday two of the group stages.

Euronews

World Cup 2026 results: Mexico advances to knockouts after win over South Korea

South Africa drew 1-1 with the Czech Republic in Group A, with Teboho Mokoena scoring a late penalty to secure the equaliser. Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in Group B, with substitute Johan Manzambi scoring twice and captain Granit Xhaka converting a penalty. Canada achieved their first-ever World Cup…

The Independent UK

Mexico advances to World Cup last 32 to set up final scramble for glory

Co-hosts Mexico beat South Korea 1-0 on Thursday night to claim Group A at the 2026 World Cup – and set up a final round of games that could see South Africa, South Korea and the Czech Republic join them in the knockout stages.

Radio France Internationale

Defense and Patience: How Mexico Beat South Korea Without Dominating

Luis Romo's goal off a keeper error beats South Korea 1-0, sending Mexico top of Group A and first into the World Cup 2026 knockouts.

Latin Times

South Africa hold Czechs 1-1, keep World Cup knockout dream alive

During a hard-fought battle in Atlanta, South Africa and the Czech Republic ended their clash in a 1-1 stalemate. Teboho Mokoena's late penalty salvaged a point for South Africa after an opening goal from Michal Sadilek put the Czechs ahead. This result ensures that both teams remain in contention for…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage after beating South Korea

Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea at a jubilant Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday. Luis Romo scored shortly after half-time, capitalising on a goalkeeping error, to seal Mexico's second straight win and confirm them…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches & moved up the table? Check all results and the latest group standings

FIFA World Cup 2026 Yesterday's Match: England kicked off their World Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 4-2 victory over Croatia. Ghana secured a dramatic late win against Panama, while Colombia triumphed 3-1 against debutants Uzbekistan. Czechia and South Africa played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw, with England, Ghana, and…

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Mexico vs South Korea prediction as Group A sides push for qualification

Both sides looking to secure qualification to the knockout stages after winning start.

The Independent UK

South Africa and Czech Republic keep knockout hopes alive with turgid draw

South Africa 1-1 Czech Republic: Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty earned Bafana Bafana a point and both teams will need a win in their final game to stand a realistic chance of advancing

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SPO:Bafana Bafana still alive at World Cup after late goal

Teboho Mokoena's late penalty has earned South Africa a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in Atlanta, keeping their World Cup hopes alive.

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Bafana Bafana still alive at World Cup after late goal

Teboho Mokoena's late penalty has earned South Africa a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in Atlanta, keeping their World Cup hopes alive.

The National (Scotland)

South Africa 1-1 Czech Republic: Late penalty keeps Bafana Bafana's hopes alive

A late penalty from Mokoena secured South Africa a 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic, which keeps alive both sides’ hopes of qualification from…

The Guardian - UK

Broos hits out at stadium and ‘tall’ Czechia after South Africa rescue point

Teboho Mokoena’s 83rd-minute penalty secured a 1-1 draw for South Africa after Czechia had taken the lead through Michal Sadilek

The Independent UK

Czech Republic and South Africa on brink of World Cup exits after stalemate

Czech Republic faced South Africa in Thursday’s opening World Cup match in Atlanta. The game finished 1-1, a result that did little for the qualification hopes of either team after they lost their opening games, with Czech Republic falling short against South Korea while South Africa were beaten by co-hosts…

France 24

World Cup 2026: South Africa fight back to earn draw against Czech Republic

South Africa kept their World Cup campaign alive on Thursday as Teboho Mokoena's late penalty secured a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in Atlanta, denying the Czechs a crucial victory after Michal Sadilek's sixth-minute opener.

The Independent UK

South Africa builds another site to ease overcrowding and speed up deportation of Malawian nationals

South Africa has started building another temporary deportation center to process the repatriation of Malawians to their home country, after thousands protested earlier this year against illegal immigration that has fueled tensions between locals and foreign nationals

The Guardian - UK

South African men sentenced in ‘world’s largest’ rhino horn trafficking case

‘Mastermind’ Dawie Groenewald given fine of 2m rand or four-year jail term almost 16 years after arrest

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