The North blames "insulting" media coverage, in a blow to hopes of better ties over the Olympics.
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Monday, 29 January 2018
Borussia Dortmund bus attack: Footballer Bartra 'feared for his life'
Marc Bartra testified against a man on trial for bombing the Borussia Dortmund team's bus last year.
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Philippines: Volcanic mudflows sweep away roads
Rainfall near the erupting Mount Mayon has caused strong mudflows
EU agrees Brexit 'transition' negotiation guidelines
European ministers meet to finalise their guidelines for a proposed Brexit "transition" period.
China dismisses 'absurd' African Union HQ spying claim
The Chinese-built African Union headquarters was bugged, France Le Monde newspaper reports.
France murder: Jogger Alexia Daval's husband is detained
Three months after Alexia Daval's strangled and burnt body was found, her husband has been held by police.
'Are there any bookshops in Nigeria?'
Why have African literary fans rallied around author Chimamanda Ngozi Achide after her interview in Paris?
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Indonesia: Transgender women in Aceh detained by police http://ift.tt/2nneiMY
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EU agrees Brexit 'transition' negotiation guidelines http://ift.tt/2DKzIOR
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China dismisses 'absurd' African Union HQ spying claim http://ift.tt/2GufHtU
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France murder: Jogger Alexia Daval's husband is detained http://ift.tt/2GsRkwA
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Polish president to review Holocaust bill http://ift.tt/2rRkO45
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Phil Neville: England women's boss denies he is sexist http://ift.tt/2rOKmic
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German row over car exhaust tests on humans and monkeys
The German government is outraged over reported tests of diesel fumes on humans and monkeys.
The 2018 Grammys in 90 seconds
From Bruno Mars to Hillary Clinton reading an extract from a book on Trump. Here's a roundup of what happened.
Syria war: Turkish air strikes 'damage ancient Afrin temple'
Pictures show a crater in the centre of the temple of Ain Dara in Syria's Kurdish-held Afrin region.
Indonesia: Transgender women in Aceh detained by police
Police detained them, made them wear men's clothes and said they would learn to act like "real men".
Polish president to review Holocaust bill
It comes after Israel condemned the plan to make it illegal to accuse Poles of a role in the Holocaust.
Lang'ata fire: 'Not enough water' to tackle Kenya blaze
Blaze kills four and leaves thousands homeless after fire engines reportedly ran out of water.
India mob attacks 'late' rescuers as bus falls into river
Locals accuse police of arriving too late to the scene of a bus accident that killed four people.
Iran frees woman who took off headscarf - lawyer
The woman became the face of protests in Iran after defiantly showing her hair last year.
Phil Neville: England women's boss denies he is sexist
Phil Neville says he is not sexist and has huge respect for women in his first interview as England women's head coach.
Amir Khan to fight Phil Lo Greco in Liverpool - first bout since 2016
Britain's Amir Khan will fight Canadian Phil Lo Greco at the Liverpool Echo Arena on 21 April, his first bout for almost two years.
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Syria war: Turkish air strikes 'damage ancient Afrin temple' http://ift.tt/2DHKMZ6
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Iran frees woman who took off headscarf - lawyer http://ift.tt/2EiLTPZ
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Lang'ata fire: 'Not enough water' to tackle Kenya blaze http://ift.tt/2nlDrHC
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India mob attacks 'late' rescuers as bus falls into river http://ift.tt/2DSWuUa
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The myth of UK's 2017 'youthquake' election http://ift.tt/2Fp6l0Y
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Russia ban upheld for Winter Paralympics
The International Paralympic Committee maintains its ban on Russia for the Winter Paralympics but will allow neutrals to compete.
Arunima Sinha: Compensation for India's Everest climbing amputee
Arunima Sinha, the first female amputee on Everest, lost her leg when robbers pushed her off a train.
Australia aims to become 'top 10' defence exporter
The nation plans to significantly increase defence industry sales, PM Malcolm Turnbull says.
The myth of UK's 2017 'youthquake' election
How the surge in youth turnout often cited as key to Labour's success didn't really happen.
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Arunima Sinha: Compensation for India's Everest climbing amputee http://ift.tt/2GpIG1M
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Australia aims to become 'top 10' defence exporter http://ift.tt/2GqayD6
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Bruno Mars grabs (nearly) all the Grammys - but where were the women?
Bruno Mars dominates the Grammy Awards - but female artists are hard to find in the winners' list.
Why stars wore white roses
Some of music's biggest names wear white roses on the red carpet in support of the #TimesUp movement.
French floods: Seine river reaches peak in flood-hit Paris
The river rises to 5.84m (19.2ft) following weeks of rainfall that have forced people to evacuate.
Finland's President Sauli Niinisto comfortably re-elected
Sauli Niinisto, 69, becomes the first person to win the presidency in the first round of voting.
Ikea founder: From frugality to fascism
From frugality to fascism, here's what you need to know about Ingvar Kamprad who has died aged 91.
Two British skiers die in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc fall
The pair were skiing off-piste in France and a third Briton who was with them raised the alarm.
Fire and Fury over Hillary Clinton's Grammy cameo
Republicans, including Donald Trump Jr, disapprove of a Grammys sketch featuring Hillary Clinton.
Pep Guardiola: Man City boss reacts as Leroy Sane ruled out after injury at Cardiff
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola wants players protected more and plays down hope of a quadruple after victory at Cardiff.
MEDIA STATEMENT CITY PRESS ARTICLE ON SASSA / SAPO AGREEMENT Government has noted the article in the City Press on Sunday 28th January, which makes reference to a supposed complaint letter by the CEO of South African Post Office (SAPO) Mr Mark Barnes to the Director-General of Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME) Ms Mpumi Mpofu and the Acting CEO of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Ms Pearl Bhengu. The article reports the frustrations of SAPO in the manner in which SASSA deals with matters that are meant to finalise the implementation of the SASSA/SAPO Service Agreement. The issues that are raised in the article are meant to be dealt with through the existing protocol of resolving disputes between the two parties. This protocol and dispute resolution mechanism were agreed upon together with the signing of the signed Services Agreement signed by both parties. Government understands the interest the South African public has on this matter. It is for this reason, that it has regularly briefed the public through the scheduled media briefings and the Joint Parliamentary Committee on Social Development and Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA). Since its establishment the IMC has appeared twice before the Joint Parliamentary Committee and held two media briefings to update South Africans on the work of the IMC. One of the deliverables was the signed Implementation Protocol which serves as one of the pillars to meet the Constitutional Court Order. It was signed by SASSA, SAPO and the Chair of IMC on the 17 November 2017. Subsequent to that on the 7 December 2017 a Services Agreement was signed by SASSA and SAPO. Amongst the issues agreed upon has been the dispute resolution protocol which can to be invoked in the event of any disagreement. The IMC, expects both parties to adhere to this protocol. On the 19 January 2018, the IMC met to receive update reports on the work done by the respective teams during the December period. The Report will be shared with the Cabinet and the South African public at the appropriate time. This is in line with the regular updates which the IMC is required to do. Minister Radebe reiterated that “this matter is too serious for government not to prioritise,” He further went on to say “all the parties have signed a dispute resolution protocol which he appeals that they should respect and utilise” The IMC on Comprehensive Social Protection remains committed to regularly brief the nation on progress of its work. Enquiry: Phumla Williams Acting Spokesperson of the IMC on Comprehensive Social Protection 083 501 0139 Issued by Government Communication and Information System 29 January 2018
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Mana: To withstand the heat of TNM Super League, Karonga United Football Club (FC) has accelerated its team-building campaign by roping in eight new players. Notably they have signed notable Christopher Mtambo and Hardy Ng’andu from relegated Chitipa United. Karonga United’s Chairperson, Alufeyo Chipanga Banda confirmed to Malawi News Agency (Mana) Sunday in Mzuzu that the two are already in Karonga’s squad.
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French floods: Seine river reaches peak in flood-hit Paris http://ift.tt/2EhMmlw
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Finland's President Sauli Niinisto comfortably re-elected http://ift.tt/2Gq4wlT
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Ikea founder: From frugality to fascism http://ift.tt/2GpmG7t
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Two British skiers die in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc fall http://ift.tt/2DIsC9P
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Fire and Fury over Hillary Clinton's Grammy cameo http://ift.tt/2rNhYwQ
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Pep Guardiola: Man City boss reacts as Leroy Sane ruled out after injury at Cardiff http://ift.tt/2nlp5an
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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Arsenal close to £60m deal for Borussia Dortmund striker http://ift.tt/2njW4MU
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MEDIA ADVISORY Minister Mapisa-Nqakula to undertake diplomatic visit to South Sudan On Monday, the 29th of January 2018, the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula will visit the capital of South Sudan, Juba to meet with her counterpart, Lit. General Kuol Manyang Juuk, and sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in the field of Defence between the government of the Republic of South Africa and the Republic of South Sudan. The MoU is a product of long existing bilateral relations between the two countries dating back to the liberation struggles and South Sudan’s independence, in which South Africa played a critical role. It is intended that the MoU will facilitate better relations between the two countries, enhance security sector reforms as well as ensure peace and stability in South Sudan. Enquiries: Joy Nonzukiso Peter Cell: 082 990 0407 Issued by Government Communication and Information System 29 January 2018
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Kabul military academy hit by explosions and gunfire
Details are still emerging, but the attack comes days after the deadliest Kabul bombing in months.
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Fitness tracker Strava lights up military base http://ift.tt/2DSm4sm
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Hao Jingfang: China's award-winning science fiction writer http://ift.tt/2FrfAxY
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Night Shift: Game aims to help doctors detect trauma http://ift.tt/2FpYxvQ
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'I was addicted to pulling my hair out' http://ift.tt/2FoYK2G
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The Paul Simon city that turned to Trump http://ift.tt/2rOEAwO
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Quebec remembers mosque shooting, one year on http://ift.tt/2DGo2bW
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Busting the Arab world's myths about Japan http://ift.tt/2Fpax0U
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The husband and wife behind fashion label Hush http://ift.tt/2FrfmH8
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Fitness tracker Strava lights up military base
Deployed soldiers have been publicly sharing location information as they log their daily runs.
Meet South Africa's 'king of tombstone bling'
Lebohang W Khitsane creates unique tombstones for celebrities and public figures.
Hao Jingfang: China's award-winning science fiction writer
Hao Jingfang is the first Chinese woman to win the prestigious Hugo Award for science fiction.
Night Shift: Game aims to help doctors detect trauma
A doctor has designed a video game about treating patients with severe injuries.
The Paul Simon city that turned to Trump
Saginaw, a blue-collar Michigan city, surprisingly voted for Donald Trump in 2016. So what do they think now?
Why Ghana's natural hair fashion is bad for business
Rebecca Tsotsoo Kwei takes a look at how the craze has affected salons in the capital Accra.
Quebec remembers mosque shooting, one year on
A year after a gunman killed six during prayers, emotions are still raw in the community.
Busting the Arab world's myths about Japan
Busting the Arab world's amazing myths about 'Planet Japan'.
The husband and wife behind fashion label Hush
How Mandy Watkins and Rupert Youngman built popular womenswear brand Hush.
Outcry in Mexico over missing student http://ift.tt/2Gp26nH
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Outcry in Mexico over missing student
Police face protests in Mexico after a university student detained on suspect of theft disappears.
New York investigates company accused of selling fake Twitter followers
It comes after a report traces links between a company, millions of bots and various celebrities.
Cambodia charges foreigners with making pornographic images
The 10 foreigners, including five Britons, are accused of producing pornographic images.
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The 17-day ordeal comes to an end after it is confirmed all 12 boys and their coach have been rescued.
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Stoke City are well beaten by newly promoted Wigan Athletic as the winless Championship start goes on for Gary Rowett's Potters.
