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South Africa rejects Trump's HIV 'bad blood' theory

South Africa's health minister has condemned Donald Trump's assertion that the country's HIV prevalence stems from 'bad blood' between political factions, calling the remarks scientifically inaccurate and harmful to global health efforts.

South Pole Skeleton Mystery Solved After 60 Years

The haunting mystery of a young woman's skeleton found abandoned at the South Pole research station has been solved after six decades, revealing a tragic tale of illness and isolation in the world's most remote location.

South Korea's elderly population reaches record 20%

New statistics reveal South Korea's demographic time bomb is worsening, with over 20% of citizens now aged 65 or older, raising urgent questions about economic sustainability and social welfare systems.

Democrat dragged from burning home in suspected arson attack

A South Carolina Democratic official narrowly escaped death after being pulled from his blazing home in what authorities are investigating as a deliberate arson attack, with neighbours reporting hearing gunshots before the inferno erupted.

SC Judge's Home Destroyed in Explosion

The residence of South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein was levelled by a powerful explosion, prompting an urgent investigation into the cause of the devastating blast.

Asian Markets Rally as KOSPI Hits 22-Month High

Asian markets surged with South Korea's KOSPI reaching its highest level in nearly two years, while Philippine stocks hit record highs as investor confidence grows across the region.

South African Ambassador Found Dead in Paris

South Africa's ambassador to France, Mphakama Mbete, has been discovered deceased at his official Paris home, prompting investigations by French authorities and diplomatic responses from Pretoria.

UN Chief Warns World is Fracturing into Hostile Blocs

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the UN General Assembly of a dangerous new era of geopolitical divisions, criticising the Security Council's failures and highlighting the growing influence of the expanded BRICS alliance.

Teenager dies in Fairy Hill Ford XR8 crash

An 18-year-old woman has died following a devastating single-vehicle collision in Fairy Hill, South Wales. The incident involved a high-performance Ford XR8 and is under investigation by South Wales Police, who are appealing for witnesses.

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