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EgyptAir hijacking suspect explains

An Egyptian man accused of hijacking a plane and diverting it to Cyprus has told police he acted because he wanted to see his estranged wife and children.

• Cyprus remands suspected EgyptAir hijacker
• Blasts, heavy gunfire heard in Tripoli
• Hostage posed for selfie with EgyptAir hijacker
• SA bishops safe after EgyptAir hijack horror

How did FBI hack iPhone without Apple’s help?

The FBI’s announcement that it mysteriously hacked into an iPhone is a public setback for Apple.

• Tears flow as Myanmar swears in new president
• Dallas to execute man for killing daughters
• Victims of mental illness kept in shackles
• Donald Trump aide charged with battery

Stormers pack have a ‘greatness’ about them

It was pointed out to me earlier this year on Twitter that it’s maybe too early to use the word “dynasty” when it comes to the Stormers’ pack of forwards, writes John Goliath.

• I’m still the man for Proteas, says Domingo
• Lions set to start Jantjies
• Sharks player in court after bar brawl
• Soccer legend Pele sues Samsung

Five-second rule? It’s a myth

Most of us would admit to living by the 'five second rule' - but researchers have warned that harmful bacteria stick to food in an instant.

• Tea, tisanes and a health boost
• Owning a home is more important - study
• Pics: Create a garden for all seasons
• Buns with a french twist - recipe

Record for dog with paw-fect yoga skills

Ten-year-old female Purin - the Japanese for “pudding” - set the world mark for the “fastest 10 metres travelled on a ball by a dog.”

• Rat delays flight for 16 hours
• Snakes + sushi = felony for LA man
• Woman tried to smuggle lemons in trousers
• #A4Waist ‘fitness challenge’ hits China

African debt raises its ugly head

The spectre of high debt is raising its head again in Africa, as sub-Saharan nations that borrowed cheaply are now squeezed by a commodities crash.

• Hawks to probe Guptas
• Investors tip-toe back into emerging markets
• Customers flock to Capitec
• World Bank gives Eskom R12bn guarantee

#CTIJF2016: Get in tune with road closures

Motorists face several road closures this evening when the Cape Town International Jazz festival’s free concert starts.

• #CTIJF magic free for dignitaries, fans
• K1 God exposed
• Notorious B.I.G. hologram and new album
• Singing their hearts out

‘Enjoy’ the best of online shopping

An online company set up by former Apple executive seeks to expand services following a booming launch in two US cities.

• Blood test for concussions?
• Saving South America from deforestation
• Magnets to treat eating disorders
• Mixed reviews for Oculus Rift

Upgraded Subaru Forester sneaks into SA

Subaru's revised-for-2016 Forester will be available from mid-April, but a few under-the-radar examples are here already

• Most car headlights not up to the job
• New engine will get Alonso back on track
• Confusion over Easter road statistics
• Mercedes-Benz plans to shift plant capacity

Video: This is Cuba!

US President Barack Obama recently visited Cuba and here is a look at what he may have seen in Havana.

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