braces itself for a likely "second wave" of COVID-19 this fall, many experts are anticipating a spike in cases -- but some say that may not translate into an equally dramatic spike in deaths." data-reactid="12" type="text">As the United States braces itself for a likely "second wave" of COVID-19 this fall, many experts are anticipating a…
Eskom will implement Stage 2 load shedding throughout the weekend, in order to replenish emergency reserves and to better prepare for the coming week.The power utility on Friday afternoon issued an update on the power system. Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented on both Saturday and Sunday, between 08:00 and 22:00, the statement read.Earlier in…
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga More pupils return to schools, including those in Grades 6, 11 and some Grade Rs.Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga said the department would attempt to stagger the return of schooling.Since the return of Grade 7 and 12 pupils, 2 740 teachers and 1 260 pupils were infected.South Africa is…
The City of Cape Town's Disaster Management Centre has been warned to prepare itself for gale force winds. An intense cold front and strong to gale force winds, heavy rain, very cold conditions and rough seas are expected.All City services will be on standby, and residents have been warned to clear blockages.The City of Cape Town's…
Kataza the baboon. Facebook / Baboon Matters The City of Cape Town has asked the public not to feed a baboon that has relocated to Tokai. The baboon, known as Kataza or SK11, is slowly being integrated into the Tokai troop. Video footage, however, shows humans feeding Kataza. The City of Cape Town has requested that Kataza…
As SA Rugby moves to determine which franchises will go to Europe in future, Rassie Erasmus has noted several potential benefits for the local game should that route be followed.The national director of rugby believes the high world rankings of Wales, Ireland and Scotland mean PRO Rugby is competitive and that fans will eventually identify…
(John Finney Photography/Moment/Getty Images) An abnormally bad season of weather may have had a significant impact on the death toll from both World War I and the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, according to new research, with many more lives being lost due to torrential rain and plummeting temperatures. Through a detailed analysis of an ice…