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New tech could soon bring surgeons closer to patients in Africa's most remote regions
A groundbreaking initiative could soon be bringing surgeons closer to patients in Africa's remote corners where the doctor-to-patients ratio is among the lowest in the worldABC News - 5d -
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains to struggling shantytowns.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons
Rob Walter has resigned as head coach of the South Africa men's white-ball cricket team. Cricket South Africa announced Walter's resignation on Tuesday and said it was due to personal reasons. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Fantasy Baseball Bullpen Report: Luke Jackson has loose grip on closer role; Dodgers, Phillies add to turmoil
A rundown of the 10 closer situations most in fluxCBS Sports - 1d -
Angola Rail Line Offers Clues to Trump’s Africa Policy
The $4 billion project was the Biden administration’s signature initiative in Africa. Early signs are that the Trump team supports it, too, for mineral access if nothing else.The New York Times - 1d -
Ovechkin scores 891st goal, edges closer to breaking Gretzky record
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin edged closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky's National Hockey League all-time goals record of 894 on Tuesday, bagging the 891st goal of his career in a 4-3 victory ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Pirates option David Bednar; Rangers going with Luke Jackson
Jorge Montanez breaks down the first week of saves across baseball with updated closer rankings and stash candidates.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Scientists hope hungry weevils from Louisiana can tackle South Africa's invasive water plants
South Africa is unleashing weevils imported from the United States in a bid to fight off the sprouting growth of Salvinia minima, an alien species of aquatic plant native to South America that is ...ABC News - 4d -
Merseyside Derby Preview: Can Liverpool Edge Closer to the Title?
Liverpool vs Everton: Premier League Merseyside Derby PreviewDate: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025Venue: AnfieldKick-off: 20:00After Liverpool’s Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status
The United States has banned most refugees, including 20,000 people who were already ready to travel to the United States before President Trump took office. But Mr. Trump is making one exception.The New York Times - 3d -
How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spot
Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
South Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’
Main party in governing coalition dismisses US accusations of white minority oppressionFinancial Times - 1d -
South Africa’s coalition in peril after ANC passes budget without partner
Business-friendly Democratic Alliance votes against the framework following weeks of infightingFinancial Times - 18h -
Aaron Rodgers rumors: Steelers great Ben Roethlisberger reveals where he believes QB will sign for 2025 season
Rodgers remains a free agent as the draft draws closerCBS Sports - 21h -
White House firing of a career prosecutor pulls DOJ under ever-closer control
WASHINGTON — The White House's firing of a career federal prosecutor last week was one in a series of Trump administration moves that have undermined the post-Watergate separation between the White ...NBC News - 1d -
Pirates demote former All-Star closer David Bednar to minors after three rough outings in 2025
One of the best relievers in baseball from 2021-23, Bednar has fallen off since the start of last seasonCBS Sports - 1d -
UFC signs wide-ranging sponsorship deal with Meta, bringing Mark Zuckerberg closer to Dana White
Meta and mixed martial arts league UFC reached a multimillion-dollar, multiple-year sponsorship deal that will span the tech company's portfolio, UFC told CNBC.CNBC - 17h -
Diogo Jota breaks down Everton’s blue wall as Liverpool move closer to title
There were fist-pumps from Arne Slot as he headed down the Anfield tunnel and roars from the Kop in answer to Andy Robertson’s beseeching. The 246th Merseyside derby proved not merely another step ...The Guardian - 14h -
'He's a lot closer': Texas A&M OC Collin Klein details star running back's road back
According to Texas A&M OC Collin Klein, running back Rueben Owens has shown "flashes" this spring, and is close to being 100% healthy.Yahoo Sports - 54m -
Get ready for a partial solar eclipse across Europe and parts of North America and Africa
The moon will appear to take bites out of the sun during a partial solar eclipse in the Northern HemisphereABC News - Mar. 26 -
Punitive or a gift? How five big economies see new plan
BBC reporters look at how the latest US import taxes are seen in the EU, China, India, the UK and South Africa.BBC News - 1h -
New 3D Tech Helps Surgeons Diagnose Remotely
A new technology initiative could bring surgeons closer to patients in remote regions.Inc. - 2d -
Amazon Bids to Buy TikTok as Deadline Looms, ‘The New York Times’ Reports
The deadline for the social media app to shut down or be purchased is getting closer.Inc. - 18h -
Snakes, ‘border madness’ and solo trips: five Nigerian female travellers on their top tips and trickiest moments
Whether it’s driving solo from London to Lagos, a month on a motorbike, or vanlife in east Africa, these influencers are sharing their adventures – and helping others to negotiate the difficulties ...The Guardian - 2d -
This Crazy Instrument Lets Us Hear How Dinosaurs Might Have Sounded
Using 3D models of ancient skulls, Dinosaur Choir gets us closer than ever to understanding the noises that dinosaurs made.Wired - 5d -
Yankees’ Uniquely Designed New Bats Drew Attention in Their Franchise Record Game
The bats feature a barrel closer to the hands rather than near the end of the bat, which is the standard.The New York Times - 3d -
Jaydon Blue meets with AFC West team
As the NFL Draft draws closer, the Denver Broncos are showing interest in former Longhorns Jaydon BlueYahoo Sports - 1d -
Auburn's Johni Broome named to Wooden All-American team
Broome is one step closer to reaching Wooden Player of the Year status with his recent accolade.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Liverpool show grit in Merseyside derby win, but is Van Dijk in decline?
Liverpool had to sweat out the latest Merseyside derby, but Arne Slot's team move closer to the title.ESPN - 18m -
Yes, Mikey February Still Rips A Thruster
So far on M-Feb’s YouTube channel, which was launched less than a year ago, his videos have featured extremely stylish and cutting-edge surfing in Mexico, Morocco and South Africa. Like his ability ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
‘They started nibbling at its head’: the bold plan to rid an island of albatross-eating mice
South Africa’s Marion Island is a breeding ground for the birds, but their chicks are being eaten alive by rodents. Now, the world’s largest operation to eradicate the invasive species is about to ...The Guardian - 3d -
Sundowns edge Esperance as crowd violence mars quarter-final
Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa edged Esperance of Tunisia 1-0 on Tuesday in a CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg marred by post-match crowd violence.Then Esperance coach Cardoso ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Al Udeid Air Base: A strategic asset for US power in the Gulf
Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar is a strategic and fully operational hub that supports U.S. military operations across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, and relocating CENTCOM's forward ...The Hill - 16h -
Another milestone - but when could Kane win first trophy?
Harry Kane hit his 22nd league goal on Saturday to reach a new milestone and move a step closer to ending his long wait for a trophy.BBC News - 3d -
Yankees sign Adam Ottavino to major league deal, place Devin Williams on paternity list
The Yankees will be without closer Devin Williams for a few days after placing him on the paternity list, but they are making a depth addition to their bullpen, adding Adam Ottavino.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Saudi clubs confident Liverpool star ‘remains interested’ in transfer this summer
There is reportedly confidence in Saudi Arabia that Liverpool star Mohamed Salah ‘remains interested’ in a transfer there this summer.The Egypt international is edging ever closer to the end of hi...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Liverpool vs Everton – Match preview and team news
The second Merseyside derby of the season occurs at Anfield tonight as Liverpool and Everton battle it out once again.Liverpool are edging closer to their second Premier League title, although they ...Yahoo Sports - 1d
