The chief of Israeli military intelligence has resigned after an internal investigation into the events surrounding the Hamas attack on October 7. The investigation revealed significant intelligence lapses that failed to prevent the attack, which caused widespread casualties and extensive damage. His resignation is part of a broader response to the tragic events and indicates a recognition of the need to address the intelligence failures that allowed the attack to occur. Following the internal investigation, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) accepted the resignation, suggesting a willingness to ..read more

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa – [22 April 2024] – In a recent ruling by the Court of Appeal, the court has upheld the suspension of retail licences issued by the Controller of Petroleum Products following an appeal by several established petroleum retailers. The decision has significant implications for the petroleum retail industry in the Matatiele area, as it puts a halt to the development of new retail sites pending the outcome of the appeal process. In a landmark judgement, the court found that the appellants, a group of established petroleum retailers, had successfully demonstrated that ..read more

A major scandal is brewing at Eskom, South Africa’s national electricity supplier, with allegations surfacing that an R3.1 trillion heist plot is set to unfold before the general elections on May 29. The accusations come from Tshepo Kgadima, a political and energy analyst, who claims the scheme involves the covert privatisation of Eskom through its so-called “unbundling” strategy, targeting the National Transmission Company of South Africa (NTCSA). According to Kgadima, the NTCSA’s extensive transmission network, valued at over R3.1 trillion and spanning over 33,000 km, is being primed for a g ..read more

The medical community is in turmoil as the persecution of Dr. Shankara Chetty, a doctor renowned for his successful treatment of COVID-19 patients, sparks outrage and accusations of political motivations against the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Since the global rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations, societal divisions have deepened, and within the medical fraternity, tensions have escalated. Dr. Chetty, hailed for his dedication to patient care and adherence to the Hippocratic Oath, found himself at the centre of controversy as he prioritised individual treatment over mandate ..read more

Just as Donald Trump has welcomed the charge against him concerning election interference in Georgia as providing a platform to expose in court the truth of how the election in that state was manipulated, so Dr Shankara Chetty should welcome the charges brought against him by the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) as providing an overdue opportunity to expose the deceit of the HPCSA’s protocols (Post, April 17–21). The refrain of the HPCSA and its sibling, the SA Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), has been to “follow the science” regarding COVID treatment and the so-call ..read more

Michael Swain, the Executive Director of Freedom of Religion South Africa (FOR SA), criticised the Department of Basic Education (DBE) for its response to concerns raised by parents and faith communities in South Africa. The DBE’s statement on April 8, 2024, regarding the “ECE Toolkit” failed to address these concerns adequately. Swain highlighted discrepancies between the DBE’s claims and the content of the toolkit itself. Despite the DBE’s assertion that the toolkit does not promote any specific ideology, Swain pointed out sections that suggest otherwise. For instance, the toolkit acknowledg ..read more

Throughout the Month of April, Nat Geo Wild Spotlight Efforts Both Internally and Externally To Protect, Restore and Celebrate ourHOME Johannesburg, 16 April 2024: The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic have announced a new global cross-platform campaign, ourHOME, timed to coincide with Earth Month, this April. The campaign will spotlight efforts internally and externally that help protect, restore and celebrate ourHOME by highlighting creators, storytellers and cast members for their contributions. For over a century, Disney has created stories that celebrate the wonders of the world ..read more

The crusade overseas by globalist/wokeist ideology against truth, which it brands as “misinformation,” should trigger an alarm that the Department of Basic Education (DBE) is now dismissing as “misconceptions” opposition to its intrusion into gender education (The Mercury, April 16). The only extent of the state’s concern with gender is in the teaching of biology, and in that, schools may be designated as “boys” or “girls” schools, such as Durban Girls High or Grosvenor Boys High. Beyond that, the issue of gender is none of the state’s business. Yet gender discrimination is being controve ..read more

The global phenomenon TV show will premiere new episodes of the Fourth Season following an overwhelming response to its cinematic debut. Cape Town, 15 April 2024: The worldwide phenomenon, The Chosen, is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him, with an incredible following around the world. This past Easter weekend, this series made its cinema debut, with the first two episodes of the fourth season, premiering exclusively at NuMetro cinemas nationwide. Following overwhelming demand, Gravel Road Distribution Group today announced ..read more

The recent decision by the Arizona Supreme Court to reinstate an 1864 near-total abortion ban has sparked widespread debate and reactions from various quarters. The ruling, which effectively revives a law from the 19th century, has drawn attention to the state’s stance on reproductive rights and legal precedents. Advocates of the ban celebrate it as a victory for the protection of life and the preservation of traditional values. They argue that the decision aligns with the state’s historical and cultural values, reflecting a commitment to upholding the sanctity of life. On the other hand, oppo ..read more