The Mercury - 27 Jun 2025

Table of content - The Mercury (27 Jun 2025)

DA’s 48-hour ultimatum for Ramaphosa
EPIC CLASH
City council approves R14m cash injection for uShaka Marine World
Trade unions have mixed views on pension payments bill
43% of schools had unsafe drinking water, project reveals
Performance meets practicality
SOREN KIERKEGAARD
DURBAN 11/19º
Today’s youth live in crisis, not freedom
Potential biggest loser in Iran's ongoing crisis
Middle East conflict has divided the world
FESTIVAL
Moments of reflection: a call for kindness
WEATHER KWAZULU-NATAL
The struggles of mothers in Gaza: a call for dignity
ON THIS DAY
Trump is the enabler of current wars
Unemployed doctors and the reality of KZN Health finances
Zuma challenges ANC expulsion in court
Unemployed doctors say 20 new posts announced by Health MEC ‘not enough’
Gauteng High Court rules against suspended RAF CEO
43% of schools had unsafe drinking water, project reveals
Family praises Umngeni Mayor Pappas for progress in murder case
Oudtshoorn mother kills 7-year-old son after ‘seeing his father’s face’
Minister Senzo Mchunu outlines critical steps to combat GBVF in South Africa
E-hailing platform rejects claims that Simthande Myeza was using its platform during abduction in Durban
VISITING
Trump teases Iran talks
World War III: A continental response
Germany halts funding to NGOs
Chinese-Moroccan venture launches firm
Mexico to sue over SpaceX rocket debris
Iran confirms death of commander
Eight killed, 400 injured in protests
Uganda’s Bobi Wine to run for president
Zelenskiy urges trial for ‘war criminal’ Putin
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Chile observatory reveals first deep space images
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Israelis trapped in a narrative that diminishes their empathy
Why business incubations often falter
SUNDOWNS CAN HOLD THEIR HEADS UP HIGH
TREKNET
MADAM & EVE
CAN A NARCISSIST TRULY CHANGE? HERE’S WHAT PSYCHOLOGY SAYS
10 phrases to avoid when comforting someone in grief
Allergic to certain people? Some people can get under your skin literally
Jane Birkin’s iconic Hermès prototype handbag to auction in Paris
FRIDAY | JUNE 27
Galloping towards ‘marvellous’ raceday
KATHRIN KIDGER
Tongaat Hulett’s recovery: new leadership and challenges ahead
Thungela navigates coal production hurdles amid global economic challenges
South African households face uphill battle as finances remain strained
TSHEPISO MOAHLOLI TAKES THE HELM AS DIRECTOR GENERAL OF NDB AFRICA REGIONAL CENTRE
Investing for the long haul: lessons from marathon running
TelCables sets sights on expanding connectivity services throughout Southern Africa |
BIOPHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
SA's Biovac, India's Biological E ink vaccine tech transfer deal to boost Africa supply
How SA can turn its youth into the world's most wanted talent
Significant growth recorded in south africa's agricultural sector in 2023
SA poultry industry faces uncertainty despite Brazil's avian flu declaration
TelCables sets sights on expanding connectivity services throughout Southern Africa
Hyprop reports strong performance and strategic investments for growth
Growthpoint Properties raises DIPS growth guidance for 2025
TheBrief
APPLE SET TO OFFER APP STORE CHANGES AFTER €500 MILLION FINE
Investing for the long haul: lessons from marathon running
Why young South Africans need to prioritise insurance in their financial journey
3 crucial taxes affecting your estate plan in South Africa
HOT OFF THE PRESS
DOUBLE CROSSWORD
MARK RUBERY CHESS
FRANK STEWART BRIDGE
WORDWHEEL
CODECRACKER
KAKURO
WORDSEARCH
TOTALIZE
MISSING LINK
SUDOKU
SET SQUARE
Performance meets practicality
Racing reflections as we encounter highs and lows at Zwartkops
Four F1 world titles later, Max Verstappen is still a ‘purist’ racer
Chiefs will make the hard decisions, says patient Jessica
Orbit College deserve promotion, says delighted Makhoye
The Cult of Asen rises, but Lions fans already knew about it
Unhinged shad smashing bait like a bar fight at a buffet
Sea Robbers signal intent with early signings raid
I really feel for injured Anrich, says Shukri
Sundowns a shining light for African football
PROTEAS T20I SQUAD
‘Bongi and I played 20 questions’
Squad imbalance, poor management decisions saw Cape Town City relegated
Slick Sundowns played beautifully, says Cardoso
MAPHAKA ‘MAIN DOG’ FOR PROTEAS IN ZIM

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