Zizi Kodwa and businessman Jehan Mackay's corruption case withdrawn
The NPA said it was not in a position to share the information that led to the decision.
Israel kills October 7 Hamas terrorist who murdered hero Brit
The IDF has killed the Hamas commander responsible for killing a British-Israeli citizen who died while defending partygoers at the Nova Festival on October 7
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Here's why NPA dropped charges against Zizi Kodwa and Jehan Mackay
The National Prosecuting Authority decided to withdraw corruption charges against former MP Zizi Kodwa and his co-accused Jehan Mackay after realising that prospects of successfully prosecuting them had diminished.
Everyone in north Gaza at 'imminent risk' of death - UN
The situation in northern Gaza is "apocalyptic" as Israel pursues a military offensive against Hamas militants in the area, top United Nations officials has warned.
US Elections: What is Electoral College and how does US use it to elect Presidents?
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Home Secretary 'would have been told about ricin discovery'
UK counter terrorism and biological weapons experts said that confirmation the toxin had been discovered would have been briefed to ministers.
Homeless camp will close
The City of Vancouver says the remaining seven residents of an encampment at a Downtown Eastside park have a week to pack up their belongings and leave, or they must remove their tents each day as the area returns to regular daytime use.
Fourteen dead in Serbia railway station canopy collapse
The outdoor canopy fell on people sitting on benches below in Serbia's second city Novi Sad.
Ancient Roman Ruins in Baalbek Survive Israeli Air Strikes
The beloved triad of Roman temples in the Lebanese city are reportedly still standing amid the aerial bombardment.
'It's totally unfair' says man told to knock down four luxury chalets with hot tubs
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J&K: Militants Shoot 2 UP Migrants In Budgam's Mazhama Area, Search On To Nab Attackers
While one of them was hit in his arm, the other was shot in his leg. The workers were immediately taken to a hospital for treatment, where they are stated to be in stable condition.
Delivery driver seriously injured after Cork car ramming
Gardaí are attempting to trace a group of men in a stolen car who chased and rammed a young Deliveroo driver overnight, leading him to suffer serious injuries to his legs.
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Waqf board’s claim on farm lands turns out to be bypoll issue
Notices served to hundreds of farmers and a couple of places of worship, claiming that land belonging to the waqf board had been encroached upon, could turn out to be an issue in the run-up to the bypolls in three constituencies of Channapatna, Sandur, and Shiggaon, and Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand.
Naga group urges Centre to finalise peace deal this year
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Batohi to review withdrawal of charges against Kodwa after Hawks’ request
The office of national director of public prosecutions Shamila Batohi has been requested by the Hawks to review the decision to withdraw corruption charges against politician Zizi Kodwa and his co-accused Jehan Mackay.
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Gran locked up with nation's most dangerous prisoners after claiming dead relative's pension for 28 years
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Cleverly rules out frontbench role under new Tory leader
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At least 12 people have been killed after part of an outdoor roof collapsed at a train station in the Serbian city of Novi Sad, the interior minister said.
Supreme court clarifies rule
A change to the law that limited the right of an accused person to a preliminary inquiry does not apply to some ongoing cases, the Supreme Court of Canada has ruled.
Vizags rings in Deepavali with a bang
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Badenoch is favourite, but will she clinch Tory leadership crown?
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Court orders final forfeiture of $2 million cash, seven landed assets linked to Emefiele
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Everyone in North Gaza at 'imminent risk' of death: UN
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Tobacco wars sparked by cigarettes costing £39 a pack
A burned-out truck sits amid the twisted wreckage of what used to be the Grab n' Go convenience store in Mickleham, a commuter town in Melbourne's northern suburbs.
Tim Walz appears to call Elon Musk a 'gay guy' at Michigan rally
The Minnesota Governor made the remark while speaking out against tax cuts for the rich in Michigan - before painting the billionaire as someone who has benefited from them.
Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?
When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.
Vulnerable people 'being exploited' and forced to beg in antisocial behaviour hotspot in Bristol
The area has seen drug-taking outside a primary school
Pakistan Parliamentary body approves Bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges to 25
Pakistan Parliamentary panel approves Bill to increase Supreme Court judges from 17 to 25 despite opposition concerns.
Governor urges caution as gov’t rocked by resignations
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Over 50 killed as Israel pummels Lebanon and Gaza in fresh waves of airstrikes
Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza, killing dozens amid diplomatic efforts for cease-fire.
Lebanese 'orphaned of their land' as Israel blows up homes
Israeli forces dynamited homes in southern Lebanon, destroying villages and cultural heritage, violating international law and committing war crimes.
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The pensioner fears the thousands of new homes coming in could see him kicked out of his own home
Batohi to review withdrawal of charges against Kodwa after Hawks’ request
The office of national director of public prosecutions Shamila Batohi has been requested by the Hawks to review the decision to withdraw corruption charges against politician Zizi Kodwa and his co-accused Jehan Mackay.
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