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In a surprising Super Bowl pregame interview that aired Sunday, former President Donald Trump doubled down on his controversial stance about Canada, declaring he’s serious about making it the 51st state, reported AP News. “Yeah, it is,” Trump told Fox News’ Bret Baier when asked if his comments about annexing Canada were more than just talk. The remarks come after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently raised concerns about Trump’s intentions. “Canada would be much better off as the 51st state,” Trump asserted. “We lose 200 billion a year with Canada, and I’m not going to let that happen. Why…
NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and IT services, has successfully closed its previously announced acquisition of Niveus Solutions, a premier cloud engineering company specializing in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services. The acquisition accelerates NTT DATA’s position as a leading provider of GCP solutions and strengthens its capabilities to deliver transformative cloud services to global clients. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Niveus Solutions supports NTT DATA’s commitment to expanding its global Google Cloud Business Unit and enhances its Cloud and AI portfolio to help clients achieve their vision of an AI-led enterprise. The acquisition builds on NTT DATA’s recently…
Showmax has just released the trailer for Tiek Tok Boem!, an explosive Showmax Original documentary set to premiere on 18 February 2025. This eye-opening 90-minute documentary takes a deep dive into the world of Afrikaans TikTokers who are pushing the platform to new – and often disturbing – levels. When most people think of TikTok, they picture fun dance challenges, viral memes, and endless laughs. But those days are over. A new wave of Afrikaans TikTokers is now dominating the local scene with their so-called “Drama Lives.” Some say ruling it, while others argue they’re ruining it. These live streams are…
Volvo Car SA has claimed the title of South Africa’s favourite electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2024, it topped the charts for overall EV sales and the best-selling nameplate. Leading the charge was the Volvo EX30, the compact electric crossover that dominated the market. With 406 units sold during the year, it earned the title of South Africa’s best-selling battery-electric vehicle for 2024. The best-selling EX30 was recently announced as a finalist in the 2025 Car of the Year (COTY) competition sponsored by Old Mutual Insure. It is the only electric contender among 17 finalists. The EX30’s larger siblings, the XC40…
In a surprising declaration during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that the United States should “take over” Gaza and assume control of the war-torn territory. Trump’s remarks, which effectively implied U.S. ownership of Gaza, drew immediate scrutiny, with critics warning that such a move would amount to an endorsement of the displacement of Palestinians. Expanding on his vision, Trump likened Gaza’s potential to that of a luxury coastal destination, calling it the “Riviera of the Middle East.” He also declined to rule out the possibility of deploying U.S. troops…
Since the first proposal was made in 2022, discussions about decreasing speed limits have repeatedly arisen as a means to reduce the high road fatality rate in South Africa. Would decreasing current speed limits by 10km/h reduced the 414 arrests for speeding made over the festive season or stopped one driver from clocking 245km/h? Unfortunately, this is highly unlikely. The CEO of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert, says this is not because a reduction of 10km/h will not reduce the severity of crashes but because of the nature of speedsters in South Africa. “If 120km/h speed limit provided little deterrence to the 245km/h driver, the…
Just past midnight on February 3, Elon Musk took to X to justify his sweeping overhaul of the federal government. Speaking over the chatter of his four-year-old son—also named X—Musk declared that the U.S. bureaucracy had become a rogue “fourth branch of government,” one he described as “arguably the most powerful.” Turning his attention to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Musk branded it a tool for funneling taxpayer money to “Marxists and criminals.” Despite its existence being mandated by Congress, he boasted of his plans to shut it down, claiming full support from President Donald Trump. Hours later,…
Billionaire Elon Musk is rapidly consolidating power over key sectors of the U.S. government, fueling alarm among Democrats and constitutional experts who warn of a looming crisis. In the two weeks since President Donald Trump’s inauguration, Musk—who heads the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—has aggressively reshaped federal operations with little to no oversight from Congress. His rapid moves have halted the work of the country’s main foreign aid agency, flagged millions of federal employees as redundant, gained access to classified intelligence, and seized control of the system that manages trillions in government spending. Despite wielding unprecedented authority, Musk…
Paycorp, an international payments provider has acquired Pilot Software, a provider of cutting-edge point-of-sale software and hardware solutions for the restaurant and hospitality industry. This strategic move strengthens Paycorp’s market presence and enhances its product offering, enabling businesses to benefit from a diverse range of payment solutions. Wayne Abramson of Paycorp, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Pilot Software to the Paycorp family. Their expertise in point-of-sale technology, combined with our deep-rooted presence in global payments, creates an exciting synergy. “By combining forces, we will offer restaurant and hospitality businesses seamless, efficient, and value-driven solutions that simplify operations and enhance customer experience. “This acquisition reaffirms…
A coalition of civil society organisations has strongly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump over his unsubstantiated claims about South Africa. Trump alleged, without evidence, that the South African government is seizing land and mistreating certain groups of people. He further threatened to withdraw future U.S. funding to the country. Among the organisations condemning his remarks are the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, the Desmond Tutu Foundation, and Defend Our Democracy. They described Trump’s statements as “absurd and dangerous.” His comments prompted a swift response from the South African government and led to a significant drop in the value of the rand.