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Researchers decode oldest human DNA from SAfrica to date
Researchers have reconstructed the oldest human genomes ever found in South Africa from two people who lived around 10,000 years ago, allowing a better understanding of how the region was populated, an author of the study said on Sept. 22.
Turkish dog breed safeguards Africa farms to save cheetahs for a decade
Kangal dogs, brought from Türkiye's central province of Sivas to South Africa, have been safeguarding livestock from predators for nearly 12 years, while simultaneously sparing cheetahs from becoming farmers' prey.
Antarctica: What it’s like to holiday at the South Pole
For most of us, the thought of visiting – or even settling – at the South Pole every time the thermometer exceeds 40 degrees may seem extreme, but…others beat us to it.
Bloomberg: High profile property prices soar in Southern Europe – Athens in the “golden” four
Study shows Southern Europe’s high-end property prices are on the rise. In particular, cities such as Lisbon, Madrid and Athens saw strong growth in residential property prices in the first half of the year, as continued tight supply strengthened the market.
South Africa's Ramaphosa re-elected after coalition deal
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was re-elected for a second term on Friday, after his humbled ANC cobbled together an unprecedented coalition government.
Lawmakers in Cape Town voted overwhelmingly to put Ramaphosa, 71, back in office for another five years after the May 29 general election that produced no outright winner.
Patra is the world’s second least walkable city, study finds
Patra ranks as the second least walkable city in the world, trailing only behind Johannesburg, South Africa, a recent study has found.
Situated on the west coast of the Peloponnese, Patra is Greece's third-largest city, boasting a population of 211,593 as per the 2021 census.
Breakthrough in "Karo" Murder Investigation: South African Police Released Photos of Alleged Killers
In a significant development in the investigation into the murder of Krasimir Kamenov-Karo in South Africa last May, police in Cape Town have taken a significant step forward. Photos of two individuals suspected to be involved in the crime have been released to the public, shedding light on a case that has captured national attention.
Cholera outbreak quarantines cruise off Mauritius Coast
Singing contest amplifies South Africa’s opera dreams
In his previous life, Luvo Maranti didn't read music and the only thing he knew about opera was who Luciano Pavarotti was. He and his friends used to imitate the Italian tenor before bursting into laughter.
This week, the 29-year-old South African will sing his lungs out at Operalia, one of the most prestigious opera competitions in the world.
Bulgaria: Reactions after the Murder of Alexei Petrov
Alexei Petrov is the third person who lost his life since the beginning of this year among famous Bulgarians with contacts in criminal circles.