Israel and Hamas agree to historic new peace terms in 2025 - A breakthrough after months of conflict - the Qatar- and Egypt-brokered deal halts hostilities, opens aid corridors, and begins phased hostage releases. Can this fragile peace endure? https://t.co/e2NEy9qJug via

China’s world’s highest bridge breaks all engineering records - Soaring 625 m above Huajiang Canyon, this record-shattering bridge cuts a 2-hour trip to just 2 minutes - a triumph of innovation with 21 new engineering patents. Infrastructure or art? https://t.co/apfJoobOyS via

Ramaphosa declares economic emergency in bold new recovery plan - A defining moment for South Africa’s economy - Ramaphosa unveils a 10-point plan to stabilise growth, tackle power and debt crises, and reboot key industries. Will it deliver lasting reform or short-term

Please call me case latest – court orders new SCA hearing - A two-decade legal saga nears its climax. The Constitutional Court has overturned the SCA’s ruling, forcing a fresh hearing that could finally settle Makate vs Vodacom once and for all. https://t.co/TsP0DKrMUV via

Bezos predicts orbital data centres launching within 20 years - Jeff Bezos envisions data centres powered by constant solar energy operating in Earth’s orbit by 2045. Could space-based computing solve Earth’s energy limits and redefine cloud infrastructure?

Is the US lagging in EV sales? Data reveals surprising shift - A record EV surge was driven by expiring subsidies - not sustainable demand. With incentives gone and prices high, analysts warn of a sharp slowdown as the US falls further behind China and Europe.

ANC debt crisis deepens as Ezulweni bill hits R150 million - South Africa’s ruling party faces mounting financial turmoil as its long-running dispute with Ezulweni Investments escalates. With assets under threat and debts doubling, the ANC’s stability hangs in the balance.

Blacklisted Russian cargo plane sparks crisis in South Africa - A sanctioned Russian aircraft’s landing at Upington has triggered diplomatic turbulence - testing South Africa’s balance between sovereignty and global sanctions. What does this mean for future aviation relations?

The surge of deepfake - explore the threats with Magix R&D Lab AI-driven deepfakes are no longer harmless internet curiosities - they’re defrauding companies, mimicking executives and eroding digital trust. Read more to detect and defend against them: https://t.co/MG554MqZ2u via

Australian sunscreen scandal – safety concerns and regulations - Amid controversy, questions arise over sunscreen testing, consumer protection, and regulatory oversight in one of the world’s highest skin cancer regions. https://t.co/4rsmBDsYwm via @bbrief1 #ConsumerSafety

Taiwan chip deal rejected – US faces semiconductor setback - Taiwan has firmly refused a 50-50 chip production split, challenging Washington’s $500bn reshoring plan and reshaping global trade talks. https://t.co/iZIWlp0m2x via @bbrief1 #Semiconductors #USChina #TradePolicy

Youtube Trump lawsuit settlement reaches $24.5m resolution - A pivotal moment for free speech and platform power—this deal may reshape how social media handles political figures. Read the full article: https://t.co/QRlSbIe9tB via @bbrief1 #SocialMedia #ContentModeration

South Africa’s grey-listing exit set for October 2025 - After two years under FATF monitoring, SA is on track to shed its grey-list status. What it means for trade, investment and economic recovery. https://t.co/rqtEbBvqmr via @bbrief1 #FATF #SouthAfrica #GreyListing

World’s biggest bitcoin seizure – Chinese woman jailed - Over 61,000 bitcoins worth $6.7B seized in the largest crypto crime bust in history. A global investigation ends in conviction, setting a precedent for digital asset enforcement. https://t.co/a2y6HPqBcF via @bbrief1

AGOA South Africa trade deal faces critical developments – With US eligibility under scrutiny, the future of SA’s key export sectors hangs in the balance. What’s at stake for jobs, investment and growth? https://t.co/aoZqITI6Xf via @bbrief1 #AGOA #TradePolicy #SouthAfrica

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Business owners choose Capitec for value and simplicity Capitec’s latest results show a surge in earnings, rapid SME adoption, and bold fintech expansion—signalling a decisive shift in South Africa’s banking landscape. Read more: https://t.co/XiIWASUvBv #Capitec #Banking #SMEs

TrumpRx – a new era in prescription drug affordability - A government-backed platform promises to slash medication costs by cutting out middlemen. With Pfizer onboard, TrumpRx could reshape US healthcare access. https://t.co/L77jz9SzO0 #Healthcare #Pharma #DrugPricing #USPolitics

Nathi Mthethwa – former SA minister found dead in Paris hotel The ex-Police Minister and SA’s Ambassador to France has died under controversial circumstances. French authorities are investigating amid tributes and unanswered questions. https://t.co/HsOVQ8iaLf #SouthAfrica

Trump’s 20 point Gaza peace plan – a comprehensive summary A bold ceasefire, hostage exchange, international oversight, and Gaza’s economic redevelopment form the heart of Trump’s proposal. Netanyahu has accepted—but Hamas’s response will decide its fate.