https://newslive360.com http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:41:47 +0200 Many of the world’s top automakers have some rather epic lines of merchandise ranging from simple key rings through to branded clothing and even sneakers. Not forgetting the cool smelly stuff in the form of cologne and Eau de Parfum. While this here scribe has never been in the fortunate position to buy a Ferrari, I‘ve spent a few hundred bucks on an official Ferrari cologne. It was great walk... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18836 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:27:16 +0200 The first woman to land on the moon might soon be a reality and there’s no doubt that she’ll be arriving in style.Prada and NASA teamed up with Axiom Space to create the world’s first spacesuit specifically for a female astronaut.The spacesuit was unveiled during the International Astronautical Congress that took place in Milan.The white suit features a cropped torso and stone-grey patches a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18832 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:50:57 +0200 Updates to apps have become part of our everyday lives. They often happen without us even noticing them.But, if updates are made to the world’s favourite messaging app, it’s a biggy.WhatsApp, owned by Meta, recently announced that it’ll be making four big changes to its app. The changes will first be tested with beta testers to identify possible bugs. Once the testing phase is completed, the... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18829 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:22:46 +0200 If you’re about to propose or get married, heads up because the laws around marriages in South Africa could soon change.The Mariage Bill is currently with the National Assembly and is awaiting approval. The Department of Home Affairs submitted a White Paper and the Draft Marriage Bill in 2022.The Department then tabled the Marriage Bill 2023 in December of the same year.The Bill aims to cover al... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18828 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:47 +0200 The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has officially cemented its place in history as the fastest car ever produced by an American automaker. In a jaw-dropping test at Germany's ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg, General Motors President Mark Reuss piloted the ZR1 to an astonishing 375 km/h (233 mph), setting a blistering top speed record unmatched by any production car under $1 million. The Corvette tea... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18825 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:16:32 +0200 If municipalities don’t act soon, Gauteng might face a future without water. And that future may be just around the corner.That’s the opinion of Rand Water, a supplier of water to the cities of Ekuhuleni, Pretoria and Johannesburg.Rand Water warned that its water-storage facilities may soon be depleted if municipalities don’t act on its recommendations to fix leaks and conserve water.The mul... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18824 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:38:20 +0200 A British woman has died after a malfunctioning ottoman bed fell on her neck.The 39-year-old’s cause of death was announced as asphyxiation in a coroner’s report.The coroner, Jeremy Chipperfield, said the victim, Helen Davey died as she “was leaning over the storage area of an Ottoman-styled gas-lift bed”.CNN reports that ottoman beds have a base that can be raised – usually using gas-li... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18823 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:26:31 +0200 GM Defense, a powerhouse subsidiary of General Motors (GM), is redefining battlefield mobility with the unveiling of its latest creation—the “Next Gen” tactical vehicle prototype. Set to make its debut at AUSA 2024, the annual gathering of the Association of the U.S. Army, this rugged vehicle takes tactical performance to a whole new level. Based on the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD ZR2, the Ne... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18818 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:58:56 +0200 Suffocation has been the reason why Fisher-Price’s United States office has made the decision to recall more than two million infant swings.This was announced after it was reported that five children had died while they were sleeping in the device.The deaths were reported between 2012 and 2022 and all the infants were between the ages of one and three months.The recall doesn’t only affect one ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18816 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:29:30 +0200 Love Crocs? Love your dog? You’re about to be welcomed to match-making heaven.Crocs has announced that it’s releasing a line of clogs for your furry friends as part of their annual Croctober campaign.Croctober is a chance for the shoe company to release a fan-inspired product. The idea is to get some extra publicity and, hopefully, sales as well.Pet Clogs form part of a partnership with a pet ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18815 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:28:10 +0200 The pretty damn wicked-looking CUPRA Leon VZ TCR is shifting gears and revving into the U.S. motorsport spotlight, becoming eligible to race stateside just as the brand readies itself to conquer the American market by the end of the decade. When the SEAT brand was here in SA, the public liked the Leons and Ibizas a little too much and they seemed to cut into parent company VW’s sales so things d... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18810 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:08:08 +0200 Former Reserve Bank Governor, Tito Mboweni has passed away. He was 65 years old.According to the Office of the Presidency, he died after “a short illness” on Saturday.Mboweni was the minister of finance from 2018 until 2021 and the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank from 1999 until 2009.Mboweni, who was the first black Governor, was praised by businesses and financial markets for keepi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18806 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 17:48:36 +0200 Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from professional tennis.The news was announced by Nadal in a video shared on his social media.“I don’t think I have been able to play without limitations.The 22-time Grand Slam champion will play his final match for Spain in The Davis Cup finals. The finals will take place in Malaga in November.Known as the King of Clay, Nadal has won th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18795 Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:01:17 +0200 The founder of the Rhema Bible Church, Ray McCauley has passed away.Just days after celebrating his 75th birthday, McCauley died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends.Tributes have been pouring in since the news broke.The International Federation for Christian Churches’ acting general secretary, Reverend Mzwandile Molo said McCauley was a beacon of hope in the post-apartheid era.�... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18794 Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:35:05 +0200 AC Schnitzer, the renowned tuning company with 37 years of history under its belt, has once again brought its expertise to bear on the latest MINI Hatch (F66). Founded in 1987 in Aachen, Germany, AC Schnitzer has long been a key player in the world of automotive performance tuning. What began as a collaboration between entrepreneur and motorsport enthusiast Willi Kohl and motorsports engineer Herb... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18793 Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:55:08 +0200 BMW North America is back in the game, hitting the desert sands this week for the nation’s toughest off-road endurance challenge. Veteran driver Rebecca Donaghe and navigator Syndiely Wade are gearing up to conquer over 1,500 miles of punishing California and Nevada terrain in the all-new, high-performance BMW X3 M50 during the 2024 Rebelle Rally. Running from October 11–18, this rally is a be... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18792 Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:33:21 +0200 When Aston Martin first floated the idea of the Valkyrie Coupe back in 2016, it seemed like a page ripped from a futuristic sci-fi novel. Fast forward to November 2021, and the first Valkyrie hit customer driveways, instantly grabbing the attention of the motoring elite. With just 150 units slated for production, it’s a bit more common than you might expect for a car this wild, but we love the f... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18788 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:04:02 +0200 Get ready, this summer is going to be a scorcher. That’s according to the South African Weather Service (SAWS).The weather service’s Seasonal Climate Watch forecasted that South Africans will have to prepare for a warmer than usual summer until February.  “Minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to be mostly above-normal countrywide for the forecast period,” says the outlook.The... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18786 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:07:18 +0200 This is some pretty cool content from the Donut Media chaps. They’ve pulled off what more than a few people I know would love to do. They rounded up a bunch of the star cars from the iconic Japanese anime series Initial D. The series is set in Japan and features some cool JDM cars, but it appeals to most car fanatics thanks to, well, everything. We mentioned Initial D to someone at a recent even... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18785 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 20:02:11 +0200 Crowd favourite Reghard Roets blitzed to victory at the first-ever Zwartkops International World of Motoring Top of the Hill Challenge this past weekend, recording the fastest Shootout time of 53.257 seconds in his BB Motorsport Nissan GT-R R35, lovingly referred to as Armageddon. Roets not only claimed the overall Shootout win but also took top honours in the Modified Production Car Shootout and ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18783 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:30:00 +0200 If government gets its way, the legal age of drinking will be raised from 18 to 21. This won’t be the only drastic change made to the local liquor industry if the Liquor Amendment Bill is passed.The bill was first introduced by the Department of Trade and Industry in 2016.Some of the changes suggested include imposing a 100-meter radius restriction on alcohol sales around educational and religio... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18780 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 21:02:07 +0200 A doctor based in the United States has been suspended after he removed a patient’s liver instead of his spleen. This led to the patient’s death.The incident took place in the Miami, Florida where Doctor Thomas Shaknovsky was working.Joseph Ladapo and his wife were in Florida visiting from another state when he began to experience pain in his lower left abdominal area.Ladapo and his wife went ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18774 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:41:30 +0200 Only 60 seconds after a plane used a runway at Japan’s Miyazaki Airport, a bomb unexpectedly exploded.The explosion blasted a hole of about seven metres wide and one metre deep in the runway.Immediately after the explosion, more than 80 flights were cancelled. According to Japan’s Land and Transport ministry, no aircrafts or people were nearby when the bomb exploded.Although the transport mini... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18769 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 07:40:35 +0200 Expect some disruption in communications and navigation systems this weekend as a geomagnetic storm is about to hit South Africa. This was announced by the South African National Space Agency (Sansa). According to Sansa, the storm could cause the re-appearance of the Southern Lights over South African skies. “This is the strongest Earth-facing solar flare recorded by Sansa in the past seven ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18767 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 07:10:37 +0200 Uber is popular worldwide and offers services, trips and fares that are unique to each country. That’s become evident when the e-hailing company recently announced that it’s now offering riders in Cape Town a one-day game drive to a private reserve.For a flat fee of about R3 400, you can now book the new ride option from the Mother City to Aquila Private Game Reserve and back.This private... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18766 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 06:58:22 +0200 In 1995, Renault decided to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Espace, its iconic family MPV by creating something truly unexpected - a Formula 1-powered minivan. What they came up with was the Renault Espace F1, a concept that fused the practicality of a minivan with the blistering speed of an F1 car. At the core of the Espace F1’s insanity was its 3.5-litre Renault RS5 V10 engine, the very ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18761 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 08:29:50 +0200 Old Marylebone Town Hall in London was the venue for 100 wedding ceremonies that took place over 14 hours.The special occasion was celebrated by this one-in-a-hundred offer for 100 couples to get married on the same day.The first wedding took place at 08:00 and soon ceremony after ceremony took place. While most of the couples were getting married for the first time, several couples were already m... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18759 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:58:36 +0200 It’s for a good cause, and it will help you buy a good pair of jeans. Sounds good, right?Woolworths is asking you to donate any worn pair of jeans to them for a voucher. This initiative involves donating denim garments to a group of grassroots seamstresses.The women form part of a Cape Town-based NGO called Taking Care of Business (TCB), previously known as The Clothing Bank.The NGO is no strang... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18758 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:43:51 +0200 The Mercedes-AMG ONE is a force to be reckoned with, and since October 2022, it's been the undisputed champion at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife, holding the record as the fastest production car on the planet. But if there’s one thing AMG knows, it’s that records are meant to be broken—even if it’s your own. And that’s exactly what DTM driver and AMG ambassador Maro Engel did, smashing hi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18756 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:31:13 +0200 Get ready to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush at the TOP OF THE HILL event, a high-octane showdown featuring some serious ICE-powered cars and cutting-edge electric EVs. This is where local motorsport fans can witness history in the making as the best of both worlds go head-to-head in an exhilarating hillclimb competition at one of the coolest tracks in SA - Zwartkops Raceway. Using a secti... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18755 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:38:43 +0200 Ever played the card game called Quartet? We hadn’t, but once we heard the rules, it seemed that we sorta knew it. So Quartet is a collectible card game, where players try to collect sets of four cards in the same category (hence the self-explanatory name). It's been around for ages, with roots in traditional family games but no one can quite pinpoint the exact origin. You often see themed versi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18754 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 09:13:32 +0200 Lamborghini’s prestigious Esperienza Giro India 2024 has wrapped up in style, taking participants on a breathtaking journey through the majestic landscapes of Uttarakhand. Known as "Devbhoomi" or "The Land of Gods," this spiritual and scenic region played host to an unforgettable experience, designed exclusively for Lamborghini owners. This year’s edition took drivers through the picturesque l... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18753 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:25:26 +0200 Come 2025 and South Africa will have a new bank. Old Mutual CEO Iain Williamson announced the news in the group’s financial results for the first six months of the financial year.“I am proud of the continued progress in the disciplined execution of our strategy and considered capital allocation.”Williamson continued saying OM Bank forms part of the group’s strategy to build an integrated f... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18742 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:49:31 +0200 Drag racing is the best way to show off the performance of a car. If you slap two cars side by side and have them drive as fast as possible in a straight line, you’ll be able to tell which is the most powerful and the fastest, or which has the best traction. Matchups paired on power or selling price are amongst the most common and popular on automotive YouTube, but it’s races like this that we... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18741 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:23:28 +0200 The Distinguished Gentleman's Drive (DGD) is a global event aimed at celebrating classic cars while also doing a lot to support men’s health initiatives. The car-centric event is actually a spin-off from the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, but instead of motorcycles, it focuses on pre-1980 classic and vintage cars. Many of these participants dress dapper - think suits, ties, and waistcoats - usu... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18740 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:59:27 +0200 Choi Soon-hwa is a fashion model, but that’s not why she’s making headlines around the world. She’ll be participating in the Miss Universe Korea contest and she just happens to be 80 years old.Soon-Hwa has silver hair, crow’s feet, several other wrinkles and fine lines, as well as sagging skin, yet this hasn’t stopped her from entering and qualifying.The other contestants vying for the s... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18739 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 20:14:24 +0200 Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality is without a mayor. That’s after former mayor Cilliers Brink was voted out in a motion of no confidence.The votes to remove the Democratic Alliance (DA) were 120 to 87. There was one abstention from a member of the Inkhata Freedom Party (IFP).The parties who voted to remove Bring include the African National Congress (ANC), Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Actio... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18737 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 15:23:18 +0200 Every year, Time Out announces the coolest neighbourhood of the year. And this year, the bragging rights have been awarded to the Notre Dame du Mont in Marseille, France.The city of Marseilles is located 775 km south of Paris and is the oldest city in France.The quarter is known for its famous street art and nightlife. Locals told CNN Travel that the area “constantly evolves. The shops are authe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18736 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:51:11 +0200 The Cape Town woman who was kidnapped on 20 September in the Eastern Cape was found alive on Thursday.Her kidnappers dropped her and another victim off at the Sulenkama Police Station. Sulenkama is 180km from Port St Johns.Van der Merwe was on her way to the Umngazi Resort in Porst St Johns. At this stage, details about the other woman who was kidnapped are still limited.It’s believed she is a t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18735 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:57:01 +0200 Who’d have thought that a chunky little penguin who doesn’t look like the typical penguin would take the world by storm?Pesto lives in Melbourne’s Sea Life Aquarium and has affectionately been nicknamed a linebacker, absolute unit, and a fatty.He doesn’t look like the other penguins. They’re black and white, he’s chocolatey brown. Add to that his more-than-usual fluff and the fact that... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18734 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:43:24 +0200 The International Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden, held against the breathtaking backdrop of the Alps, promised to be a motorsport enthusiast's dream come true this past weekend. Volkswagen Classic and the Autostadt were set to commemorate two monumental milestones in automotive history - celebrating 50 years of the iconic Volkswagen Golf and the Scirocco - by bringing some of the most ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18725 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:11:38 +0200 The rugged landscapes of Namibia set the stage for an unforgettable BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024, where riders from around the world tested their mettle in one of the most gruelling off-road competitions. After days of intense challenges, Team Germany emerged victorious in the men’s category, demonstrating unmatched skill and determination. Following closely behind, Team South Afric... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18724 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:50:14 +0200 If the SABC has its way, you’ll soon be paying them when watching streaming channels like Netflix or Disney+.SABC CEO Nomsa Chabeli said the development of a funding model for the SABC “must be expedited” and that interventions are needed now to help the corporation.She made the statement while speaking to the portfolio committee on communications and digital technologies last week.Chabeli s... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18723 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:47:48 +0200 The City of Johannesburg proposed that Sandton Drive be renamed Leila Khaled Drive.Khaled is a controversial political figure. In 1969 she was involved in the hijacking of TWA flight 840 and the 1972 Lod airport massacre.The 80-year-old is a very well-known Palestinian activist.Floyd Brink, the metro city’s manager, said the public is invited to submit the matter before 18 October.“Comments or... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18722 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:05:16 +0200 When it comes to Porsche’s racing pedigree, the 550 Spyder RS is an icon. It all started back in 1951 when Porsche tasted victory at Le Mans with the 356, but it wasn’t long before they decided to build something more focused for the track. By 1953, the 500 Spyder was born, led by the bold Walter Glöckler. Just a year later, Porsche upped the ante with the 550 Spyder, which featured the groun... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18720 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:55:16 +0200 One was born in Pretoria and the other one now stays in Pretoria. South African president Cyril Ramaphosa and South African-born billionaire Elon Musk met up during Ramaphosa’s visit to the United States.Ramaphosa is currently in America leading a R2-trillion investment drive as well as a high-level general debate of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly currently underway... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18717 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:15:30 +0200 It’s no secret that South Africans love public holidays. Whether it’s just before or after a weekend, or even in the middle of the week chances are we’re going to make it a mini-break.Unfortunately, next year, we will have one less public holiday after scoring two extra days this year (the national election and an observation day for Youth Day).We’ll still score one day thanks to Freedom D... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18716 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:03:56 +0200 Scale model cars are a passion for many, offering a way to "own" cars that most of us can only dream of driving. While they won’t tear up the streets or turn heads at car meets, they still deliver that thrill of ownership, just in a more miniature form. Scale model cars have come a long way since their early days. Back in the 1920s and 1930s, they were handcrafted works of art, typically made fr... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18715 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 16:30:24 +0200 Don’t let the images fool you, this 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL “Alloy” Gullwing may look like a scrapper in desperate need of a full ground-up restoration, which it technically is, but even in this state it’s worth more than some impressive car collections. What you see here is the last unrestored “Alloy” Gullwing in existence, and that’s why when it goes under the hammer at an upcomi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18713 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:19:43 +0200 Two people have died from hypothermia after they were trapped in their car during a heavy snowstorm on the N3. The snow caused many roads in KwaZulu-Natal to be closed and motorists were forced to spend two nights in their cars.The province’s acting Premier Thembeni Madlopha-Mthethwa said rescue efforts managed to reach most motorists. The Red Cross and the Al Imdaad Foundation provided food, wa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18711 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:15:50 +0200 “In less than two years, the Gautrain will be extended from 80 to 230km.”Those are the words promised by Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi during his latest State of the Provine Address.The budget that’s been allocated for the extension is a massive R120 billion.Lesufi said an infrastructure expansion is in the pipeline for Gauteng.“To uphold the position of Gauteng as the economic hub, we wi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18710 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:14:33 +0200 Africa and Australia is about to become connected like never before.Google has started building a submarine cable that will connect the two continents. The project has been named Umoja which means unity in Swahili.According to the internet search giant, this is the first fibre-optic route to directly connect Africa with Australia.Umoja will join other under-sea cables that connect South Africa to ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18702 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:31:29 +0200 The former owner of London’s famous Harrods store has been accused by more than 20 women of rape and sexual assault.Mohamed Al-Fayed died last year at the age of 94. He was a well known public figure and regular sponsor of royal horse shows which he frequently attended alongside Queen Elizabeth II.His son, Dodi Al-Fayed died along with Princess Diana in a car crash in Paris in 1997.The allegatio... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18700 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:28:27 +0200 Fourways residents have been warned to brace themselves for a 12-hour electricity outage. The electricity supply interruption will take place on Friday 20 September. Lights will go out at 08:00 and are expected to come back on at 20:00.The areas affected are Lonehill and Paulshof.Eskom said the outage is part of ongoing maintenance on the distribution network and that the maintenance aims to ensur... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18699 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:26:54 +0200 A man, Gregory Delpeche is in hospital in critical condition after he was shot in the face by police. He was an innocent bystander.Delpeche happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time when another man tried to evade paying his fare at a busy subway station in New York.The incident took place outside the Sutter Avenue L Station in Brooklyn.Two police officers shot at the fare evader after h... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18698 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:24:40 +0200 The end for the work from home concept seems to be coming to an end for a lot of employees around the world. And Amazon is next.“We’ve decided that we’re going to return to being in the office the way we were before the onset of Covid”, adding that it would help staff be “better set up to invent, collaborate, and be connected enough to each other”.This was the message from Amazon’s c... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18697 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:22:04 +0200 The year 1973 marked a significant milestone for BMW in motorsport, as the German automaker not only powered Jean-Pierre Jarier to victory in the European Formula 2 Championship but also captured the European Touring Car Championship with the now-iconic 3.0 CSL, affectionately dubbed the 'Batmobile'. It was a car that would forever etch itself into the annals of racing history. The 3.0 CSL, an evo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18695 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:27:27 +0200 Nissan proudly celebrates the 40th anniversary of NISMO, the brand synonymous with its high-performance legacy. Founded on September 17, 1984, as Nissan Motorsport International Co. Ltd., NISMO has been Nissan’s go-to for motorsport innovation, precision tuning, and adrenaline-filled road cars. The Omori-based division has been the driving force behind some of Nissan’s most exciting vehicles a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18689 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 17:18:58 +0200 For years, people have been debating whether London’s famous Oxford Street should become a pedestrian-only street. Now, the city’s mayor, Sadiq Khan, has made the decision.In a statement released by the mayor’s office, the plans were outlined and included “turning the road into a traffic-free pedestrianized avenue, creating a beautiful public space”.According to the statement, the popula... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18687 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:11:18 +0200 It’s believed 274 inmates escaped from prison in Nigeria. The escape was made possible after heavy rains led to one of the prison walls collapsing.Initially, the number was 281, but seven prisoners were later recaptured.The prison is located in the country’s Borno state up north.Nigerian Correctional Service spokesman Abubakar Umar said the staff quarters were affected as well.“The flood bro... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18686 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:01:55 +0200 The Audi exclusive lineup offers three core customization avenues: full personalization, predefined design and stitching packages, and special editions. Customers can personalize their interior from a selection of eight main finishes, accented by three striking colours - Alaska Blue, Iguana Green, and Calendula Yellow. These colours come to life in Audi's Bicolor packages, showcased beautifully in... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18685 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:46:36 +0200 The Lamborghini Revuelto ushers in a bold chapter for the brand, marking its debut with a hybrid V12 plug-in HPEV setup that packs a serious punch. Lamborghini’s reputation as a favourite among tuners means we’ll likely see some wild power upgrades soon. Many already push the ICE components well beyond 2,000 hp, so the big question is: will the hybrid system limit that, or will tuners continue... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18684 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:22:41 +0200 The controversial Wilgenhof men’s residence at Stellenbosch University will be closed down. In its place “a reimagined and rejuvenated male residence” will open.This is according to a statement released by the University on Monday night.“A renewed residence would acknowledge the constructive aspects of Wilgenhof while making a decisive break with the unacceptable and secretive practices of... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18682 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 20:58:49 +0200 The Autobahn is one of those legendary stretches of road that has a mystique around it, especially with the no-speed-limit zones. Here’s the lowdown on how it came about, what’s allowed, and whether your turbocharged Mk1 Golf would be a go on there! The Autobahn, or "Bundesautobahn," started taking shape in the 1920s. The idea was to create a network of highways to connect major cities, improv... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18681 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:53:46 +0200 The supercharger's story starts in the 19th century, long before supercharged cars were a thing. In 1860, the Roots brothers developed the first practical supercharger. They weren’t aiming at performance cars; instead, they created it as an industrial air pump for blast furnaces. However, the idea of cramming more air into an engine caught on, especially when Gottlieb Daimler, one of the pioneer... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18680 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:27:31 +0200 It seems that it’s not only consumers that are having to sell clothes to make ends meet.Online retail giant Takealot has sold its online fashion retail arm Superbalist.The new owners are a local consortium of retail and private equity investors led by Blank Canvas Capital.The sale took place on 1 September and was announced the following day.“This strategic acquisition will support Superbalist... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18679 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:42:03 +0200 Paul Mashatile received medical treatment after he was assisted from the stage. During a keynote address in Limpopo on Saturday, the 62-year-old collapsed from the heat.Areas in the northern parts of South Africa are currently in the midst of a heatwave with temperatures reaching 36 degrees at Valoyi Cultural Village in Tzaneen where Mashatile was delivering the speech on Saturday.He was wearing a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18678 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:31:06 +0200 French authorities said on Sunday that eight people have died while trying to cross the English Channel from France to England.This isn’t the first time this month that people have died in a similar situation. Earlier this month, 12 people died when their boat capsized in the Channel on its way to England.Rescue crews were alerted that a boat with 59 people on board was in difficulty in waters o... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18677 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 18:17:20 +0200 A fuel truck explosion caused the death of 24 people and 40 suffered serious injuries including third-degree burns.The incident took place on Saturday on a road in the country’s southern peninsula near the coastal city of Miragoane.Some of the most seriously injured victims were evacuated by helicopter to receive special care. The government sent ambulances to take those with severe burns to hos... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18676 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 17:45:58 +0200 The former finance minister Pravin Gordhan has died.His family announced his death via a statement, saying he “passed away peacefully in hospital surrounded by his family, closest friends and his lifelong comrades in the liberation struggle”.Before his death, Gordhan was finance minister twice and faced the wrath of the state capture led by former president Jacob Zuma and the Gupta family.The ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18674 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 17:13:14 +0200 An alleged drug mule has been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport.According to a statement, a cleaner at the airport was also involved.“This (alleged) drug mule had just landed from Sao Paulo (in Brazil) and was connecting to Nigeria when he met with a cleaner at the airport and (was) handed aircraft headphones.”Luckily, officials didn’t miss a beat and acted swiftly when the handover... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18673 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 17:01:01 +0200 American band Jane’s Addiction have made a public apology after two of its band members ended up punching each other on stage.The incident happened during a concert in Boston, United States.The show was cut short after frontman Perry Farrell threw a punch at guitarist David Navarro.The 65-year-old lead singer was restrained by staff and escorted off stage.The following show was set to take place... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18672 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 16:44:52 +0200 Production at the facility where a mouse was accidentally baked into a Sasko loaf of bread has been suspended.At the end of August, a woman shared a video on social media when she found that a mouse had been baked into her loaf of bread. She bought the Sasko bread at a shop in KwaZulu-Natal.Upon finding the mouse inside the loaf, she took it back to the shop where she got a full refund. The store ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18671 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 16:33:10 +0200 The weather might be looking much better in Gauteng compared to the rest of the country, but it comes with its consequences.Since 1 September, water restrictions have been in place. This was announced by Rand Water Group Chief Executive Sipho Mosai.The Vall Dam, Gauteng’s major water source, was below half capacity (45.2%) and declining by the week.Some of the restrictions include a ban on water... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18670 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 16:10:42 +0200 It’s the battle of the airlines as rugby welcomes a new rivalry.Locally operated FlySafair has taken a cheeky stab at one of its international counterparts Emirates Airlines.At the recent Springboks versus All Blacks rugby test that took place in Johannesburg, the timing of an Emirates Airlines flight was put in the spotlight.Ellis Park, now known as Emirates Park, played host to the battle betw... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18665 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:39:34 +0200 If you’re planning a trip to the tropical island of Zanzibar, then you might have to revisit your budget as the country’s tourism ministry has just imposed a new mandatory insurance requirement for foreign visitors.From 1 October, all international tourists to Zanzibar will be required to pay for mandatory insurance, even if you have the very best travel insurance.The new mandatory insurance i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18664 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:37:24 +0200 Fuel prices have reached record highs this year and it seems that there is, finally, a second round of relief up ahead for motorists in South Africa.The Central Energy Fund recently announced that the current strong over-recovery on petrol could lead to price decreases of around R1.34 for 95 unleaded petrol and R1.25 for 93 unleaded.Although the relief won’t be as much for diesel, a cut of betwe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18663 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:33:11 +0200 Here at SXdrv, we’re fans of heads-up drag races. They do a good job of showing off how fast modern cars are in a straight line, and these days factory-fresh cars can be pretty darn fast. Sure, a drag race doesn’t factor in handling ability and it also doesn’t do much for testing stopping power as no one slams on the anchors after a quarter-mile run. When the cars are evenly matched, it’s ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18659 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:34:22 +0200 On a damp stretch of road in a forgotten corner of the UK, there stood two very different titans, ready themselves for battle. Well, one of them stood. The other was barely visible. Hummer H2 gleamed under the scorching British summer sun. It was a monstrous beast of a vehicle, towering over everything in its path. With the width of a small bus, tyres the size of oil barrels, and a thirst for fuel... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18658 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:04:52 +0200 The LEGO Group and McLaren Automotive have just taken on their wildest challenge yet - recreating a fully functional, life-size McLaren P1 using nothing but LEGO Technic pieces. And to put this masterpiece to the test, none other than McLaren F1 driver who’s doing big things on track in recent races, Lando Norris, was called in for the ultimate trial: a lap around the legendary Silverstone Circu... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18654 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:54:39 +0200 The new BMW M5 Touring redefines high-performance touring with a seamless blend of speed, long-distance comfort, and adaptable interior space. For those looking to elevate its presence and driving dynamics, which will likely be every single person lucky enough to be able to afford one, BMW M Performance Parts will be available from launch, allowing customers to add a personal touch to both the aes... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18653 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:28:19 +0200 The Czinger 21C isn't just another hypercar; it's a machine poised to revolutionize vehicle manufacturing itself. This groundbreaking car is built with one of the most forward-thinking processes ever seen - 3D printing. While new techniques pop up all the time in the auto industry, what Czinger has done is next level. The heart of the 21C is a mid-mounted, 2.3-litre twin-turbo V8 that screams to a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18647 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:16:39 +0200 A turbocharger is the beating heart of modern performance, a turbine-driven, forced induction system that cranks up an internal combustion engine's power and efficiency by shoving more air into the combustion chamber. More air means more fuel and more fuel means more explosive power compared to naturally aspirated engines. In essence, turbochargers push beyond the limitations of atmospheric pressu... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18646 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:56:51 +0200 The first mass-produced cars in the late 19th century were slow-moving things, and stopping them didn’t require much effort. The earliest brakes were simply wooden blocks pressed against the wheels using a lever - simple but effective. Efficient they were not, the wood wore out quickly, especially under heavy use or wet conditions, which led to the need for more suitable materials. As car speeds... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18645 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 17:43:32 +0200 BMW M has been the official supplier of high-performance safety cars to MotoGP™ for years, and now they’ve just raised the bar once again. Enter the BMW M5 MotoGP™ Safety Car, a hybrid beast set to debut this weekend. Unveiled at a special customer event in Milan’s House of BMW, the M5 Safety Car marks the latest chapter in BMW M’s MotoGP journey. Sylvia Neubauer, Vice President of Custo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18640 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 09:12:24 +0200 When Dominique Pelicot was arrested for taking photos of under-skirt women in a supermarket, no one knew the bomb that was about to explode. And that includes his wife.Gisele Pelicot attended alongside her husband when the local police invited them to the police station. She thought the questions were routine and that they were about the photos her husband had taken of the women.Meanwhile, a dark ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18635 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:34:14 +0200 A mayor in a small Italian town has banned cricket and those found guilty of playing could be fined up to R2,000.In Monfalcone, cricket seems to be a symbolic ban on the foreigners in the town.Since the late 1990s, Bangladeshi Muslims have started to arrive on the Italian Adriatic coast to build cruise ships.The sudden influx of tourists via cruise ships led to a sudden influx of labourers to buil... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18634 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:05:01 +0200 March 1974 marked the beginning of a new era for Lamborghini, with the start of mass production for the legendary Countach at the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory. Over the next 16 years, the Countach solidified its place as an icon. This was the first Lamborghini with bodywork entirely handcrafted in-house and interiors crafted by Lamborghini’s own Upholstery Department, sparking a revolution tha... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18633 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 17:33:47 +0200 The US Open has become one of the biggest sports events in the world over the last few years. On its opening day this year, the tennis tournament welcomed a record 74,641 fans to the ground in Queens.The organisers of the event plans to reach the 1 million mark before the men’s final on Sunday 8 September.Besides the games, the number of fans or the venue, people have been talking about the tour... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18630 Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:51:20 +0200 Not only has Ozempic proven itself to be the ultimate drug when it comes to losing weight, but researchers now also believe that it could “have far-reaching benefits beyond what we initially imagined”.A study done at Yale School of Medicine found that the drug initially developed to treat Type 2 diabetes, could slow down the process of ageing. It was also found that the drug could be used to t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18618 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 19:30:45 +0200 Unless you’re one of those car people into modifying and making cars faster, you’ve likely never given much thought to the pistons in your car. For the rest of us, things like high compression, forged, rings, gaps, squish and more is something we think about and talk about often. Original OEM pistons in some cars can handle a lot of punishment, but when they reach their threshold then it’s t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18614 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 18:10:04 +0200 To mark the 50th anniversary of the legendary Porsche 911 Turbo, Porsche has teamed up with sportswear giant Puma to launch an exclusive collection of twelve distinct sneaker designs. Each model is limited to just 911 units, making this a must-have for both Porsche enthusiasts and sneaker collectors alike. This collaboration is more than just a nod to the 911 Turbo - it’s a celebration of a part... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18612 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 13:10:10 +0200 What’s believed to be the world’s most expensive coin collection is about to go under the hammer.The collection belonged to the Danish butter magnate Lars Bruun. When he passed away in 1923, his will detailed that his coin collection wasn’t allowed to be sold for 100 years. Instead, it had to be kept safe as an emergency reserve just in case Denmark’s national collection was destroyed.In S... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18610 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 20:18:09 +0200 A 60-year-old woman in a Wells Fargo office in Arizona has been found dead at her desk. It’s believed she died a few days before that.Denise Prudhomme scanned into the building on 16 August and her body was found by security on site on 20 August.A spokesperson for Wells Fargo, Ruben Pulido, said: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleague, Denise Prudhomme. Our thoughts are with her ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18604 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:51:45 +0200 A Russian helicopter with 22 people on board has gone missing in Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula.The peninsula is located in the country’s far east area.In a video posted on Telegram, Kamchatka Governor Vladimir Solodov said communication with the Mi-8 helicopter was lost at about 16:15 local time on Saturday. The people on board consist of 19 passengers and three crew members.The Mi-8 is a Sovie... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18603 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:23:40 +0200 Paul Derov has been summoned to appear in court on Sunday. The Telegram boss was arrested in France earlier this week.The 39-year-old was arrested at a Paris airport for offences related to the Telegram app. French authorities are saying the app is failing to take action to curb the criminal use of the platform.Telegram is an encrypted messaging app based in Dubai. The app has committed to never d... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18602 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:03:27 +0200 Local e-commerce retailer OneDayOnly was hit by a massive data breach.Hacking group. Kill Security (KillSec), has claimed responsibility for the breach. They’ve extracted private contact information, account details, and payment methods.The news was announced via a post on KillSec’s dark website. It was later circulated on X with a threat that the group plans to publish the stolen data with on... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18601 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 08:45:24 +0200 The Festival of Motoring has firmly established itself as the largest industry-backed auto show in South Africa and across the continent. It’s more than just a showcase - it’s a celebration of automotive passion and innovation. From the start, our mission has been clear: to build a vibrant community where industry leaders, dedicated motoring enthusiasts, and those on the hunt for their dream c... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18600 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 11:22:00 +0200 For those with a penchant for the truly extraordinary, the Aston Martin V12 Speedster is not just a car - it's a statement, a visceral expression of power and exclusivity that works everywhere except in adverse weather. With only 88 units created, and just 12 of those available in right-hand drive, this V12 Speedster isn’t just rare, it’s a hypercar unicorn. Finished in the iconic 1950s Racing... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18599 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:08:13 +0200 The Uruguayan soccer player who collapsed during a game at Sao Paulo has died. Juan Izquierdo was 27 years old when he died five days later in hospital.In a statement released by the Hospital Albert Einstein, Izquierdo died at 21:38 local time following “cardiorespiratory arrest associated with his cardiac arrhythmia”.Izquierdo collapsed just before the final whistle blew in a Copa Libertadore... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=18598 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 18:51:07 +0200