https://newslive360.com http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:43:02 +0200 The high-performance car world is no stranger to fierce rivalries, but the latest head-to-head battle between the all-new Porsche 911 Carrera GTS and the BMW M4 CS is a tantalizing clash of precision engineering and unbridled power. These two German icons bring very different approaches to the performance game, yet they’re remarkably well-matched when it comes to raw numbers. But which one truly... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19634 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:13:12 +0200 The accused murderer, Luigi Mangione, could be facing the death penalty if found guilty.The 26-year-old is accused of shooting and killing Brian Thompson in New York last year. Thompson was the CEO of UnitedHealth Group’s insurance division.Thompson was killed in broad daylight after he left his office. A manhunt was launched, and Mangione was arrested a few days later.Now, US Attorney General P... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19632 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:34:36 +0200 A week of mourning will be observed in Myanmar as the death toll continues to rise following Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake.The deadly earthquake’s epicenter was close to the city of Mandalay, where rescuers have been able to free four people, including a pregnant woman and a girl, from collapsed buildings.The country’s military junta said search and rescue operations are continuing.The t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19626 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:56:19 +0200 Everyone loves a good comeback story, especially if it’s associated with childhood memories.When Tupperware announced that it would cease all production in December 2024, it truly marked the end of an era. This followed the American parent company’s decision to drastically scale back operations after it filed for bankruptcy in September 2024.A French businessman has bought Tupperware France an... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19625 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:34:53 +0200 BMW Motorrad is back at it, and this time, they've reached into the archives, dusted off some legendary off-road DNA, and infused it with modern tech to create the all-new BMW R 12 G/S. A proper throwback to the iconic R 80 G/S, this machine is built to tear up trails, carve through twisties, and make you feel like an off-road hero - whether you’re actually good or just think you are. BMW’s hi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19622 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:34:31 +0200 A temporary side effect from a scheduled cancer treatment has led to Britain’s King Charles being hospitalised.Buckingham Palace was forced to cancel the monarch’s engagements planned for Thursday and Friday.“Following scheduled and ongoing medical treatment for cancer, the King experienced temporary side-effect that required a short period of observation in hospital.”The 76-year-old is, h... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19621 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:31:15 +0200 Cyclists in Cape Town are in an uproar after Garth Pasha was sentenced.Pasha was facing charges of attempted murder, reckless and negligent driving, and driving under the influence when he struck cyclist Dewald van der Westhuizen with his car in 2023.Pasha, who is a member of the South African Navy, hit van der Westhuizen while driving on Glencairn Main Road new Fish Hoek and drove off.Neil Robins... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19614 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 12:47:19 +0200 A 7.7 magnitude earthquake has hit Myanmar on Friday with devastating effects hitting neighbouring countries like Thailand, India, and Malaysia.The earthquake struck the just northwest of the city of Sagaing.The BBC reports that so far 1644 people have been killed in Myanmar, the country’s internationally-sanctioned military government said earlier on Saturday. In addition to this, 3408 people a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19613 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 11:13:46 +0200 Reports are doing the rounds that Rachel Kolisi has filed a CCMA (Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration) complaint against The Kolisi Foundation, the charity that she co-founded with her now estranged husband Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.Soon after the news was announced that the pair were going to get a divorce, Rachel stepped down as the CEO. Now, Daily Maverick reports are a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19612 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:41:02 +0200 The Namibian government has revoked visa-free access to more than 30 countries. This includes the United States and the United Kingdom.The decision was taken by the Namibian cabinet in July 2024 and will come into effect on 1 April.The announcement was made by the newly inaugurated president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.Most European countries enjoyed the perks of not having to get visas when they visit... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19611 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 09:29:20 +0200 While many countries try to avoid being under US President Donald Trump’s spotlight, Greenland has been reaping the rewards.Just recently, Trump announced that the US would like to buy Greenland. In December, Donald Trump Jr arrived in Greenland and it made international headlines. Soon after, the President increased his focus on Greenland and gave his reasons for wanting to buy the island.The D... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19604 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:28:32 +0200 A flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai had to turn around after it was discovered one of the pilots had forgotten their passport at home.This was announced by United Airlines, which commented on one of its Boeing 787s being forced to turn around two hours after take-off.The flight departed from Los Angeles on Saturday 22 March at around 14:00. There were 257 passengers and 13 crew members on board.... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19599 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:29:45 +0200 Tech giant Google is planning to create 300,000 jobs in South Africa by 2030.This bold statement is backed up by the US-based company’s R1.7 trillion contribution to the South African economy.Google believes that South Africa can become the AI leader on the African continent and the global stage due to the country’s high number of young people and high unemployment rate.During a press conferen... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19586 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:47:24 +0200 In celebration of the 50th anniversary of its iconic Art Car Collection, BMW is sending some of the world’s most famous automotive canvases on a global journey. The BMW Art Car World Tour will span five continents, featuring an array of artistic masterpieces on wheels, and kicks off in Europe and Asia. The official launch took place at the “(R)EVOLUTION OF ART” event in Vienna, with five leg... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19583 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:20:14 +0200 At least seven international flights from Bali have been cancelled after the Indonesian island’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted.The eruption took place on Thursday and lasted for 11 minutes. Although no damage to nearby villages was reported, the volcano shot dark ash eight kilometres into the sky.The alert status of the twin-peaked volcano on the tourist island of Flores was raised to the hig... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19582 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:23:35 +0200 The 2025 West Coast Saldanha Bay Air Show came to an abrupt end when an Impala jet crashed and burst into flames.The incident happened on Saturday in front of more than 2,000 spectators.The pilot has been identified as James O’Connell, a highly skilled and respected test pilot.O’Connell was performing a routine display that was meant to show the capabilities of the Impala Mark 1.Spectators flo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19580 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:56:07 +0200 Europe’s busiest airport was brought to a standstill on Thursday evening after it was closed and all flights cancelled. The airport, located in London, was closed due to a fire that burnt down an electricity substation.The substation is located in Hayes, the area surrounding the airport.It’s believed a back-up transformer failed, which caused the closure of the airport. In line with safety reg... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19579 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:34:31 +0200 BMW is well-known for creating brilliant adverts for special models and special occasions. For last year’s Superbowl, they released a 60-second ad showcasing the all-new generation of the iconic BMW 5 Series, featuring the debut of the groundbreaking BMW i5, the brand's first-ever 100% 5 Series. Titled "Talkin' Like Walken," the star-studded commercial brings together Hollywood legend Christophe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19576 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:55:10 +0200 Eddie Jordan has passed away at the age of 76. The former F1 team owner died in Cape Town.In December, the Irishman revealed that he was suffering from prostate and bladder cancer which eventually spread to his pelvis and spine.The news was announced by his family: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entreprene... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19574 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:24:26 +0200 More than 60 years after former United States President John F Kennedy was shot, the classified Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) files relating to the killing have finally been released.The files were released recently after the Trump administration ordered the United States government to do so.Conspiracy theorists waited with bated breath to find out more about the case that has been a favourite... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19573 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:58:01 +0200 Few places on Earth are as synonymous with petrol-fueled madness as the Nürburgring Nordschleife. And few badges hold as much street cred in the world of hot hatches as those three red letters: GTI. This June, Volkswagen is bringing the two together in spectacular fashion, unveiling a brand-new GTI model while also fielding two track-honed Golf GTI Clubsport 24h racers in the gruelling ADAC 24-ho... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19572 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:06:37 +0200 Luxury brands all over the world are struggling against tough economic times and the car manufacturer Audi can feel the pinch.The luxury car manufacturer owned by Volkswagen, has announced that it will cut thousands of jobs over the next few years.Its German sites alone will be subject to 7,500 job cuts.The aim is to cut costs and the company said “economic conditions are becoming increasingly t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19567 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:37:40 +0200 An airline in the United States recently reported that a passenger on one of their flights from Atlanta to Los Angeles attacked another passenger by biting them.Soon after the Delta Airlines flight landed in Los Angeles, staff on board the plane submitted a report that they had to restrain an adult male after he bit one passenger and hit others.An ambulance was waiting for the restrained man at LA... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19566 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:06:01 +0200 Few racing series blend high-octane action with cutting-edge automotive technology quite like the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters - better known as DTM. Originally founded in 1984 as the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft, the series quickly gained popularity for its fierce competition, pitting factory-backed teams from German powerhouses like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi against each other in some o... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19564 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:40:11 +0200 A fake Rhode pop-up store in Johannesburg’s Mall of Africa has caused a massive viral uproar after being branded as fake.Several content creators flocked to the shopping centre in Midrand when the news broke that a pop-up shop selling Rhode beauty products have opened inside.Rhode is a beauty line recently launched by model Hailey Bieber.Fans innocently believed that the pop-up shop was the beau... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19556 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:41:58 +0200 Few motorcycle manufacturers embody the spirit of racing quite like Aprilia. Born in Noale, Italy, Aprilia started in the post-war era as a small bicycle manufacturer before making its mark in the motorcycle world. By the late 1960s, Aprilia had entered the off-road segment, but it was the 1970s that saw the brand pivot towards road racing, eventually becoming a dominant force in MotoGP and World ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19552 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:15:17 +0200 The Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) has advised that passengers should arrive at airports a bit earlier than usual due to a global technical issue affecting all check-in systems.The system has been giving problems worldwide with delays having been reported at most international airports.ACSA released a statement saying the airport check-in processes may take longer than usual, but technici... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19550 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 08:45:19 +0200 Experts say it’s been “coming for a very long time” so it was no surprise to them when Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi gazetted amended regulations regarding cannabis products in South Africa.The regulatory updates bans the import, manufacture and sale of any food containing cannabis and cannabis products.The notice specifies that the prohibition applies to any part of the plant or componen... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19548 Sat, 15 Mar 2025 17:31:11 +0200 Time Out has announced its annual world’s best cities for food right now list and we’re all for it.How is this list put together? Time Out says they surveyed thousands of people around the world about food in their city. They asked locals to rate their city’s food scene across 18 different criteria, including quality, affordability and attributes from “family-friendly” to “experimental... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19547 Sat, 15 Mar 2025 16:56:20 +0200 BMW's M Division has a long history of delivering fire-breathing, high-performance machines, but how does the latest and greatest fare against its predecessors? To find out, we have the brand-new BMW M4 CS lining up against the F82 M4 CS, the iconic E92 M3, and the legendary E46 M3 in a quarter-mile drag race. Will the latest iteration of BMW’s mid-sized M car leave its ancestors in the dust, or... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19541 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:04:38 +0200 Bugatti’s racing pedigree just hit another milestone, and this one comes with an ear-splitting W16 roar. The first-ever customer drive event for the Bolide has taken place at Circuit Paul Ricard, giving owners the chance to finally experience the full-force brutality of their track-exclusive hypercars. These aren’t just any cars - they’re multimillion-dollar, precision-engineered beasts that... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19537 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:36:58 +0200 The Audi Q5 has long been the go-to choice for those seeking a premium SUV that blends everyday practicality with just enough style to keep things interesting. Since its debut in 2008, it has become one of Audi’s best-selling models globally. Now, the third generation of the Q5 lands in Southern Spain, showcasing its latest evolution in tech, comfort, and versatility. The Q5 entered the market i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19536 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:08:16 +0200 More city street names have been proposed for several streets in Johannesburg. The areas affected include Westbury, Eldorado Park, and Braamfontein.The city recently released a statement with more information about the proposed name changes.“Among the shortlist of proposed names is writer Don Mattera, together with sporting legend Donnie Gilmour.“Teenage shooting victim Nathaniel Julies has al... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19535 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:18:44 +0200 Local real estate giant Pam Golding Properties has been hit by a data breach. The breach has resulted in unauthorised access of the personal information on the group’s customer relationship (CRM) system.The company’s CRM contains highly confidential information like banking details, financial information and other documents belonging to their clients. A statement released by the group stressed... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19534 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:08:20 +0200 Monday was indeed very blue for social media platform X. The company, owned by Elon Musk, was hit by a massive cyberattack.In a post, Musk confirmed the news on Monday.“There was (still is) a massive cyberattack against X. We get attacked every day, but this was done with a lot of resources. Either a large, coordinated group and/or a country is involved.”The cyberattack caused the platform to ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19532 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:51:59 +0200 An alarm was raised at 09:48 yesterday morning after two ships crashed off the East Yorkshire coastline.The two ships involved were an oil tanker named MV Stena Immaculate and a cargo ship called Solong.The accident has caused 37 mariners from both crews to be rescued with 36 of them having been reported as “safe and accounted for” by local MP Graham Stuart.One of the mariners have been taken ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19528 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:10:07 +0200 This is one list you don’t want to be on. The Fidelity Services Group has recently released South Africa’s list of most hijacked vehicles.The Group added that there’s been a notable decrease in hijacking between November 2024 and December 2024. But, the Group believes that this decline will be short-lived as, according to BusinessTech, hijackings will “rise again from late January, with a ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19526 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 19:41:45 +0200 Australia’s Queensland state has been hit hard by Storm Alfred.The tropical cyclone left hundreds of thousands of people without power on Sunday as heavy rains and damaging winds sparked flood warnings.The Gold Coast city was hit the worst when the “tropical low” hit land. Before it reached Queensland, the tropical storm was categorised as a cyclone for 16 days.Millions of residents of both ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19525 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 19:28:59 +0200 Medical investigators have confirmed that actor Gene Hackman died of natural causes seven days after his wife Betsy.It’s likely that Betsy died on 11 February after contracting the very rare hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS). Her cause of death was also listed as natural. The news was confirmed by a New Mexico medical investigator.It’s believed Betsy contracted the virus due to exposure to i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19524 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:05:32 +0200 The Limpopo Department of Education has been ordered by the court to pay a learner R2 million in damages. This comes after a then grade 11 learner at a government school slipped and fell on the uneven netball field. The incident led to the learner breaking her arm.In the Limpopo High Court, the learner blamed the department for her injury. According to the court papers, the learner said the teache... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19523 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:37:13 +0200 It’s been a hit since it launched and now Checkers Sixty60 is making grocery shopping more convenient for Shoprite clients as well.The grocery delivery service will give select Shoprite stores the same service that their Checkers counterparts have been enjoying.After its successful pilot in Gauteng and the Western Cape, the grocery chain has chosen 19 stores to receive the service previously onl... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19521 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:57:27 +0200 Gare du Nord in Paris was closed after an unexploded World War Two bomb was found this morning.Rail workers were putting up a new bridge over the current railway lines at a building site located north of the station. The 500kg bomb was found just two metres under the ground.The station is located in the area of Saint Denis. Parts of the Paris suburb were closed and local police evacuated 200 peopl... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19515 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:22:45 +0200 If you haven’t been on a Disney Cruise Line cruise, have you actually been on a cruise?The Disney Cruise Line has announced that it’s welcoming it’s biggest ship yet.The Disney Adventure will have capacity for about 6,000 passengers will feature seven themed “lands” as well as some new surprises.The seven lands are Toy Story Place, Marvel Landing, Disney Imagination Garden, Town Square, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19504 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:43:34 +0200 In the southwest Pacific Ocean lies a tiny island nation. Nauru spans only two square metres so calling it tiny is no exaggeration.Because this island is small in size and low-lying, it faces the risk of disappearing under rising water levels.Now, in an effort to save the island, the local government is selling citizenship for just under R2 million.Known as the world’s third smallest country, Na... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19503 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:32:51 +0200 After 20 years, Microsoft is shutting down Skype. The company confirmed on X that from May month Skype will “no longer be available”.During the 2000s, Skype was the go-to platform for internet-based phone and video services.As part of the closure announcement, Microsoft said that current Skype users can use their login details for Teams in the “coming days.”Teams is the free alternative in... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19502 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 18:51:06 +0200 It’s a move that surprised many people. Rachel Kolisi stepped down as CEO of the Kolisi Foundation. She took the position in 2023.The news was announced by the anti-gender-based violence (GBV) non-governmental organisation (NGO) Justice Desk on their social media.The NGO praised Rachel for her “unwavering support” for their initiatives and wrote: “We know she will continue to do incredible... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19496 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:56:04 +0200 Hilton College, South Africa’s most expensive private school, is subject to a land claim. A community is claiming that it was forcefully removed from the site located in KwaZulu-Natal more than 100 years ago.The property is a 1,695ha area with its own 650ha of nature reserve. The property also borders the Umgeni River in the picturesque Midlands region.This isn’t the first time that the school... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19495 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:32:17 +0200 Nigeria’s consumer watchdog has directed MultiChoice Nigeria to suspend its planned subscription price hike. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has said the price hike will depend on an ongoing investigation into the broadcaster’s proposed tariff increase.MultiChoice distributed a statement informing its subscribers of the increase set to occur from March 1, 2025, sayin... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19493 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:00:12 +0200 The world’s favourite messaging platform experienced a worldwide outage on Friday 28 February. While some users didn’t even notice the downtime, others took to the internet to complain about it.Users began to report struggling to send or receive messages at around 17:45 South African time. Although it seems as if the platform was up and running again only 15 minutes later, the cause of the dow... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19492 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 21:00:13 +0200 For about $5 million, a new gold card could be yours and it could also mean you’re en route to gain citizenship in the United States.This was announced by President Donald Trump as he held a press conference in the Oval Office this week.“You have a green card, this is a gold card. It’s going to give you green card privileges plus it’s going to be a route to (American) citizenship,” Trump... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19491 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 20:50:21 +0200 And the best coffee shop in the world is… Toby’s Estate Coffee Roaster.Wait? What? Where?Yes, it took us a Google search or two to find out where it is too. It’s in Australia, by the way.The Sydney-based coffee shop has just been crowned the best coffee shop in the world.Onyx Coffee Lab in Arkansas, United States came in second and third place went to Gota Coffee Experts in Vienna, Austria. ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19472 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 09:11:28 +0200 Everyone knows that February in Cape Town is hot. Extremely hot. And of course, no chance of rain. So, when someone gets a chance to cool down by taking a dip in a pool, they’re going to take it.That’s exactly what a troop of baboons did when they recently took a dip in Cape Town resident Ciara Barry’s backyard pool.Barry described the video as “the calm before the storm” and posted on T... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19471 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 07:24:43 +0200 Whether the world ends via global warming, a nuclear war or any natural disaster, at least the doomsday vault will still be okay.The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is located inside a mountain on the remote Norwegian Arctic island. It was built in such a way and in that specific location to ensure that no matter what happens, the world’s genetic codes for thousands of plant species are still safely ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19464 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:02:37 +0200 Socialite and reality star Paris Hilton has listed almost 100 items from her personal closet up for auction.The US-based star said the proceeds of the auction will go towards the Los Angeles wildfire relief fund.Items from many designers featured in the auction including Mugler, Versace, Miu Miu, and Balenciaga.The hotel heiress said her wish is for her clothing to inspire others.“I’ve always ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19459 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:41:41 +0200 A BackaBuddy campaign has been launched to assist with cancer treatment for radio legend Darren Scott.The 61-year-old has been fighting cancer since he was diagnosed with melanoma for the first time in 1986.Over the years, he has been hit by several recurrences of this type of skin cancer.The HOT 102.7 FM presenter took to Facebook last year to share the news with his listeners, friends and fans.�... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19458 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:40:14 +0200 Dr Nasiphi Moya, the mayor of Tshwane, has shut down the Pick n Pay Blu Valley Centre store in Centurion, Gauteng.The mayor took to X to share a video in which she says the store was closed due to non-compliance with health regulations.In the video, Moya said that no matter the size of the business, the guidelines are there for everyone to follow.“We have said that we will not only be chasing sp... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19457 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:37:39 +0200 A respiratory attack has caused a massive setback for Pope Francis.The head of the Catholic Church is currently under medical care at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy.The Vatican said on Saturday that the pope’s condition “continues to be critical”, adding that the 88-year-old was alert but had suffered a respiratory attack that required “high-flow oxygen” and blood transfusions.A sta... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19456 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:35:28 +0200 Italy’s snow-capped mountains have seen some action this week and it’s not been of the snowy kind of action.Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanos and Europe’s highest, have been threatening to erupt all week long. And tourists have been flocking to witness it.But, the sudden increase in visitors has caused havoc for emergency workers as they warn that people close to the volc... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19455 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:32:04 +0200 President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended an invitation to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky.The South African President announced X following a phone call between the two state heads.“I welcome the constructive engagement I had with President @ZelenskyyUA and I look forward to hosting him in South Africa soon for a state visit.”Ramaphosa said the two leaders discussed the urgent need for an i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19454 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:29:42 +0200 The trial details surrounding the case against Sean “Diddy” Combs have been released. The case is set to start in May.The rapper is facing dozens of lawsuits against him. Some of the lawsuits are federal cases, but there are also claims from individuals who were harmed and exploited by the rapper through alcohol, drugs and physical abuse.Combs has pleaded not guilty to all the criminal charges... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19433 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:11:58 +0200 After three days of heavy rain, the area of Montana in Pretoria North was hit by a tornado.Vehicles and buildings were damaged as the wind and heavy rain created havoc.According to the City of Tshwane’s emergency services department, several buildings in a residential complex in Veda Street suffered major damage.The complex’s upper floors and roofs suffered the worst amount of damage as extern... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19431 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:51:44 +0200 A 23-year-old Polish woman is claiming to be Madeleine McCann’s.Madelaine went missing from her family hotel room in 2007 while the family was on vacation in Portugal’s Algarve. No trace of her was ever found and her family believes she is still alive.Julia Wandelt posted on social media that she has DNA test results proving that she is related to Madelaine’s father Gerry.Wandelt says her DN... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19430 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:20:52 +0200 BMW doesn’t just test new tech - it throws it into the deep end to see if it can swim. Meet the BMW Vision Driving Experience, a high-performance prototype that isn’t headed for production but serves as a rolling lab for the Neue Klasse - the brand’s next-gen lineup of fully electric machines. At the heart of it all? A game-changing piece of tech BMW calls the “Heart of Joy”, an all-in-o... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19427 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:56:42 +0200 By the time the Phantom VI rolled onto the scene in 1968, Rolls-Royce had already cemented its status as the pinnacle of luxury motoring. But this car was something special - it wasn’t just another Rolls-Royce, it was the last of an era. The final model to be offered as a rolling chassis, the Phantom VI marked the end of a lineage stretching back to 1904, when Rolls-Royce first allowed customers... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19425 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:28:26 +0200 The Audi Forum Neckarsulm is playing host to a special chapter in Audi’s storied history, as Audi Tradition presents an exhibition dedicated to the Audi 100 and its successor, the Audi A6. Running until April 30, visitors can witness the evolution of one of Audi’s most significant model series, featuring 17 handpicked exhibits spanning eight generations, from the groundbreaking Audi 100 of 196... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19423 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:44:02 +0200 The track-day season just got a whole lot longer for those lucky enough to be able to afford a Porsche that they can track on weekends and mid-week office getaways. Porsche and Michelin have teamed up to develop a game-changing tyre for those who refuse to let a little rain—or even cold temperatures - keep them off the circuit. Enter the Michelin Pilot Sport S 5, a road-legal, wet-weather-focuse... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19422 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:57:02 +0200 Although he’s stable, Pope Francis will stay in Rome’s Gimelli hospital for as long as necessary.This was the news from the Vatican on Monday after it was announced that the 88-year-old will have to remain in hospital while doctors treat his respiratory tract infection.Matteo Bruni, the Vatican’s spokesperson, said the results of tests conducted in recent days indicate the pontiff needed fur... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19420 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 21:21:54 +0200 A Syrian asylum seeker is accused of a stabbing rampage in Austria in which a 14-year-old boy was killed and five other people wounded.The attack took place in the town of Villach.The 23-year-old Syrian man was arrested soon after the attack and upon investigation, police found the Islamic State (IS) flag in his apartment. Authorities say the man had been rapidly radicalised on the internet and th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19419 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:20:45 +0200 The National Consumer Commission has announced that a public recall of several of the Cape Herb & Spice grinder products must take place.The public recall is because “some of its grinders aren’t grinding as they should” according to a Cape Town Herb & Spice statement.“The issue involves a potential defect in the mechanism of the grinders, which may result in plastic pieces breaking... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19409 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:07:30 +0200 A fire broke out at a luxury London hotel on Friday, causing 100 people to evacuate.The Chiltern Firehouse is a favourite hangout spot for local and international celebs.It also happens to be the venue for a BAFTA Awards after party hosted by Netflix on Sunday.At 14:52 on Friday, the London Fire Brigade was called out to the hotel. By that evening, the fire was under control, but was still ongoing... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19407 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 10:40:43 +0200 The island of Sri Lanka is already under strain with electricity outages. Power cuts have been implemented to ensure the country keeps up with the demand.On Sunday, a widespread blackout affected the island’s 22 million people. But this blackout was different, it wasn’t planned and it wasn’t caused by a human.The country’s power minister, Kumara Jayakody, explained on Sunday that the power... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19406 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 10:19:15 +0200 It’s not just a building, it’s a statement and now, the famous Ponte Tower is up for sale.The iconic landmark that’s been part of Johannesburg’s skyline for decades, is currently owned by Kempston Properties.Earlier this week, Broll Auctions and Sales CEO Norman Raad confirmed that the building is for sale by private tender.Raad said that interest in the residential building was strong, wi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19405 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:48:10 +0200 The world’s richest man has shown interest in buying the company he once co-founded. And the offer was rejected.Elon Musk’s offer of $97.4 billion offer to buy OpenAI was seen as an attempt by him to block the company from becoming a for-profit firm.The irony is that Musk was the co-founder along with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, but the billionaire decided to leave the company in 2019. Altman and M... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19404 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:34:26 +0200 Level up, South Africa - Esports is about to hit a whole new gear. The Toyota Gaming Engine (TTGE) is kicking things up a notch, breaking down barriers and making competitive gaming more accessible than ever. With the backing of Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM), this initiative isn’t just about sponsorship - it’s about reshaping the local Esports landscape, creating opportunities, and giving ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19403 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 15:55:00 +0200 If there was ever any doubt that the new Corvette ZR1 is here to take names, consider that doubt obliterated - just like the lap records this 1,064 hp (783 kW) monster left in its wake. General Motors sent a team of four elite engineers on a mission to prove that their latest supercar wasn’t just another fast Corvette, but that it’s a record-taking, physics-defying, tyre-melting package of scr... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19402 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:17:56 +0200 With only 47 unprovoked shark attacks reported worldwide, scientists are worried.This sharp decline is because the number of incidents has decreased by 22 from the previous year.This means, 2024 was significantly below the 10-year average of 70.Even though the United States had the highest number of attacks with one of them being fatal, 28 is still almost a third lower than in 2023.According to Jo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19399 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:37:18 +0200 In the latest odd drag race match-up from the crazy crew at Carwow, we see Mat and the boys in a Germany vs Italy battle that’s made up of the mighty BMW M4 CS and one of the stranger things we’ve seen come out of the Lamborghini stable, the Huracan Sterrato. While the M4 CS is one of the top runners from the BMW stable, the Sterrato isn’t one of the best from the Italians. I mean it does ha... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19391 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:55:15 +0200 Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has officially taken the reins of Ducati’s local retail operations in South Africa, effective 1 January 2025. This move cements Ducati as the fourth brand under the VWGA umbrella, joining Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Announced at VWGA’s annual media event in Kariega, the addition of Ducati marks a bold diversification of th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19390 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:01:01 +0200 The government has raised the minimum wage in South Africa from R27.58 to R28.79 per ordinary hour worked.The increase of 4.38% is just below the recommended number made by the National Minimum Wage Commission.The Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth announced in 2024 that the new wage will take effect on 1 March 2025 and will apply to all employees covered by the Basic Conditions of ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19389 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:16:38 +0200 The European Space Agency has revealed a 2.2% chance that an asteroid could be hitting Earth. The size of the asteroid was determined to be 40 metres by 90 metres.Luckily, the chances are low and it should only hit us on 22 December 2032.But, the risk assessment has increased from 1.2% to 2.2% in only a week, and astronomers expect the percentage to increase.The asteroid, named 2024 YR4, is now un... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19388 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:59:09 +0200 Volkswagen Motorsport is gearing up to bring the thrill of racing back to Germany, announcing a powerhouse partnership with MARACO Management to launch the Polo Cup Series in 2026. This move not only revives one of Germany’s most iconic racing platforms but also strengthens VW’s global motorsport presence, cementing its commitment to developing young talent and pushing the boundaries of racing... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19386 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:39:26 +0200 MotoGP didn’t just kick off the countdown to the 2025 season - it did it in full-throttle fashion. For the first time, all teams and riders gathered in Bangkok for a fan-first spectacle, setting the stage for an electrifying year ahead. Front and centre? The brand-new BMW M5 Touring MotoGP Safety Car was unveiled in dramatic style as it joins BMW’s elite fleet of official safety vehicles. The ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19384 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:22:16 +0200 A man has caused damage inside the St. Peter’s Vasilica at the Vatican.Italian news agency reported that the man is from Romania.The individual climbed onto the main altar and knocked over a candelabra from the 19th century. The candelabra, worth thousands of dollars, broke.The altar, used for important liturgical celebrations that are usually presided over by Pope Francis, is located beneath th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19376 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:26:18 +0200 As earthquakes continue to rattle the area, schools on four Greek islands will remain closed next week.Since 1 February, more than 800 tremors of magnitude 3 and over have been recorded on the islands of Ios, Santorini, Amorgos and Anafi.The tremors led to most of Santorini’s 16,000 residents and tourists fleeing the island.On Saturday 8 February alone, 11 tremors of at least magnitude 4 hit the... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19375 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:12:35 +0200 Du Plessis Defends UFC World Champ TitleDricus ‘Stillknocks’ du Plessis remains the UFC world champion. Du Plessis beat American Sean Strickland at UFC 312 in Sydney, Australia.The fight was filled with drama and lots of blood after the South African hit Strickland directly on the nose during the fourth round. It led to Stricklands nose breaking and large amounts of blood streaming out of his ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19374 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 15:19:44 +0200 Ferraris are known for their roaring petrol engines, sleek designs and incredible speed. Things are about to change for the first time ever.The auto manufacturer’s CEO Benedetto Vigna said its much-awaited electric vehicle (EV) will be showcased at a capital markets day on 9 October. The event will take place at Ferrari’s base in Maranello, Italy.Along with the EV, five other new models will a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19373 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:55:59 +0200 In only 45 weeks, Pick n Pay has closed 32 of its supermarkets. Twenty four of those were company-owned while eight of them were franchise stores.The retailer has resorted to closing stores to help its bottom line and although it’s working, it means its once very successful and large footprint is shrinking.The closing of stores form part of Pick n Pay’s store reset plan. Along with the closing... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19372 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:10:37 +0200 The saying ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’ has never been more true. Four years ago, hidden among random stuff on sale at a garage sale, a buyer found an artwork painted by the Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh.The previous owner, who lives in Minnesota, United States, bought the piece and then took it to art research firm LMI Group International.Their experts conducted an analysis... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19371 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:54:02 +0200 Sweden has just experienced the “worst mass shooting in Swedish history”.Those were the words uttered by Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson following the attack that took place in Orebro on Tuesday.A gunman opened fire at an adult education centre in Orebro, a city located 160 kilometres west of the country’s capital, Stockholm. Six people were injured and rushed to the nearby un... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19370 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:23:08 +0200 First, the United States did it and now Argentina has warned it’ll do it as well.Argentinian President Javier Milei has instructed his Foreign Minister, Feraro Werthein, to withdraw his country’s participation in the World Health Organisation. This was announced by Manuel Adorni, the presidential spokesperson at a news conference on Wednesday.Adorni said, “We Argentinians will not allow an i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19369 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:10:34 +0200 Meta has confirmed that WhatsApp has been hacked.Certain users of the secure messaging platform have been impacted by this zero-click, no-interaction attack.WhatsApp told The Guardian newspaper that it had high confidence the users it had reached out to had been targeted and possibly compromised. What makes this kind of attack extremely worrying is that there was no interaction between the hackers... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19368 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:32:11 +0200 The brains behind the luxury estate Steyn City and the insurance group Auto & General has died.He was 72.The friend of former President Nelson Mandela struggled with his health over the last few years.Steyn City was also the founder of the BGL Group in the UK, the parent company to Budget Insurance and the comparison website Compare the Market.According to the Sunday Times Rich List for 2024, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19367 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:19:12 +0200 After more than 10 months of no loadshedding, it’s back.The news broke on Friday morning when Electricity and Energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, announced that scheduled loadshedding will start that afternoon and continue over the weekend.The reason for the return of loadshedding is due to the breakdown of six units at some of the country’s biggest power stations.“This is a temporary se... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19358 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:43:38 +0200 London is a city bustling with tourists and has some of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. That’s all above ground, but what will you find if you go under the busy streets?Built during World War II, there are 30-metres of underground tunnels below central London. The entrance to the tunnels are located 40 metres below Chancery Lane tube station in High Holborn. Believe it or not,... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19357 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:35:26 +0200 A British man has earned himself the ultimate bragging rights among museum fans.Ben Melham has been awarded the Guinness World Record for the most museums visited in 24 hours.In 2024, Melham and his two children were discussing how hard it could be to break a world record. His two kids then challenged Melham to see if he could break the record at the time, which was 31.In October, he started plann... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19356 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:23:03 +0200 While flying from George to Johannesburg, a FlySafair pilot fell ill and a passenger had to assist the co-pilot with landing the plane.Towards the end of the flight, an announcement was made asking if there was a qualified pilot on board. According to FlySafair, this is standard procedure in the aviation industry.While the captain prepared to descend, he told his co-pilot that he was experiencing ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19355 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:11:58 +0200 South Africa is set to prepare for the introduction of three new laws.This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa signed three new laws for the country.The three new laws are the Housing Consumer Protection Bill; the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill; and the Marine Pollution (Prevention of Pollution of Ships) Amendment Bill.The Housing Consumer Protection Bill aims for greater... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19338 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:53:32 +0200 The BMW 850 CSi was the high-performance flagship of the E31 8 Series, a car that was already a technological marvel when it launched in 1989. The E31 was BMW’s first true grand tourer of the modern era, blending cutting-edge aerodynamics, luxurious appointments, and powerful engines. But while the standard 8 Series was impressive, the 850 CSi - introduced in 1992 - was something truly special. ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19333 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:22:23 +0200 The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed that 13 soldiers have died during a battle in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)A statement was released by the SANDF giving details about the deaths.On Monday 27 January, there was an exchange of mortar fire between the DRC military and the M23 revel militia where three members of the SANDF were caught in the crossfire and killed.... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19332 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:32:11 +0200 It’s believed that at least 17 people have been killed and more than 30 injured during a stampede at the world’s largest religious gathering on Wednesday.Pilgrims gathered for the Maha Kumbh festival in northern India, an event that only takes place every 12 years. This year, authorities expected 100 million people to be present. The festival takes place at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=19330 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:55:20 +0200