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A big problem is the question of whether the Transmission System Operator, which sits inside Eskom's unbundled transmission company, can be truly independent

The 2024 election was the first time I voted in a presidential election. I was excited to vote, fueled by childhood memories of going to vote with my mother in the firehouse near our home.

Gout Gout puts together a stunning 100m heat run in gusty conditions at the Australian All Schools Athletics Championships in Brisbane.

Robbed of many frontliners, someone like Ali Vermaak roaring back to prominence is good for Stormers morale, writes Rob Houwing.

Robbed of many frontliners, someone like Ali Vermaak roaring back to prominence is good for Stormers morale, writes Rob Houwing.

This seems notable:

While I asked about the ideal roster size considering that the club is not part of the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the future of the US Open Cup up in the air (somewhere between 25 to 27, by the way), I think Ernst Tanner gave us a hint at what Leagues Cup looks like next year:… pic.twitter.com/CXhhTfaS2D

The Prediction window for Game 15 of the 2024-25 campaign is now open and will close 90 minutes before kick-off. Aston Villa v Southampton Game: 15 Date: Saturday 7th December 2024 Kick-off: 15.00 Window Closes: 13.30 How to predict and rules

Anyone who wants the rich to pay their fair share of taxes is inadvertently arguing they should get a tax cut.

The Qualitative Military Edge agreement between the United States and Israel has cost U.S. taxpayers $310 billion since Israel was founded. Many people in the United States and around the world are upset with how the United States continues to support Israel as they besiege and bombard Gaza, resulting in what some estimates say are … Continue reading "America’s ‘Greatest Ally’ Cost US Taxpayers $310 Billion"

In South Korea, it is considered to be a curse, rather than a blessing, to suggest to someone that their child could grow up to become president one day. To see why, just look at their track record. Rhee Syngman was forced into exile after a “color revolution,” Park Chung-Hee was assassinated, Yun Po-Sun and … Continue reading "How Yoon’s Martial Law Blunder Could Help Trump Make Peace"

In its exhaustive 296-page report, Amnesty International demonstrated that this mass killing was motivated by genocidal intent, which permeated from the top of the Israeli government to the soldiers doing the killing.

The list of Trump’s team members is long, so let’s concentrate on a short list of “troika” candidates who deal with foreign affairs and national security, starting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. As vice chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and a Committee on Foreign Relations member, Rubio often warns that China, Russia, Iran, … Continue reading "Trump’s Mixed Feelings Team"

Nevada has a reputation for being a low-tax state, but its residents haven’t had a major tax cut in recent years.

Governor highlights US president-elect’s threats and intensifying competition from Chinese exporters

A mother-and-son road trip is propelled by guilt and unease in Christian Kracht’s hilariously unsettling novel

Focus on services may mean Britain does not face ire of incoming US president, business secretary tells FT summit

Neither theory nor practice supports diligently adjusting your exposures

Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?

Wealthiest estates face prospect of higher rates of liability following the Budget

In December 1942, a group of commandos set out on an audacious raid — from which most would not return. Duncan Craig retraces their route along the Frankton Trail

From the classic tux to a dramatic frock that shouts ‘festive’ — how to choose the looks you’ll wear and wear

Fewer than 10 ETFs have been launched in the three years since scheme was set up

The Silicon Valley-based company could scale back its semiconductor manufacturing business in a blow to American ambitions

Analysts say heavy discounts offer buying opportunities, but significant risks remain

From tariffs to AI demand, US companies are pondering what comes next