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Training bullet kills child 7km away

A military drill in Zimbabwe went horribly wrong when a live bullet missed a bullets catch and gunned down a schoolboy and injured another 7km away.

• Congo’s Sassou Nguesso wins re-election
• Sudan forces accused of silencing activists
• Libya’s unity govt only adds to disarray
• Another army officer killed in Burundi

Top Islamic State man believed killed

The Islamic State’s top finance officer and other senior leaders were probably killed this week in a major offensive targeting the militant group’s financial operation, theUS has announced.

• Australia leads search for missing plane
• ‘Help us find missing MH370 plane’
• Bhutan tackles domestic violence
• Serbs furious over butcher of Bosnia’s jailing

#WT20 Anxious wait for Proteas

Anything other than a Sri Lankan victory over England will see the Proteas eliminated from the #WT20 tounament.

• New Zealand opts to bat against Bangladesh
• Notshe hoping to sink his teeth into Jaguares
• Mashaba names starting XI for Cameroon clash
• ‘IAAF not protective of drug cheats’

All the world loves a burger

In the heart of what might be the most celebrated cuisine in the world, a curious thing is happening...

• How your afternoon nap raises heart risks
• Dry gardens the way of the future?
• It’s #Easter weekend, make your own beer
• ‘What am I doing wrong?’

Snakes + sushi = felony for LA man

A US man who was dining with a very small snake was accused of setting a giant snake loose after an argument with the staff.

• Woman tried to smuggle lemons in trousers
• #A4Waist ‘fitness challenge’ hits China
• EFF’s catchy Zuma jibe is a hit
• Want to save electricity? Declare a holiday!

Cyril denies meeting Rupert over Van Rooyen

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected allegations he met top business leaders to discuss Cabinet appointments.

• The $147m CEO payout
• UK’s pay gap ‘little changed’
• Finding inspiration
• How SafariNow got off the ground

Local novelist Deon Meyer thrills with TV series

The first TV series based on a novel by prize-winning Cape Town crime writer Deon Meyer is set to premiere later this year.

• Zayn Malik stayed close to Liam Payne
• Kendall is too hired for school
• Only 'steammed spinach' for Mrs. Backham
• Nothing but Justin’s music for Jess

The misery of kids and sexting

A new study shows that children as young as seven are engaged in “sexting”, but warns that teenagers are using the sexual texting as a form of bullying.

• Restoration of Confucius tablets complete
• Hunting the ‘ghost’ of the universe
• Utah Republican voters praise new online system
• Is YouTube ripping off the record labels?

Drivers call for change in F1 politics

Grand Prix drivers call for Formula One to change the way it is run and abandon 'obsolete and ill-structured' processes.

• Ekurhuleni transport hub 'brain' revealed
• Traffic nightmare as Easter exodus begins
• E-toll debt now up to R7.5 billion
• WHAT'S ON: Live & on TV this weekend

Airplane loo standards going down the drain?

Not every part of the travel industry is letting its restrooms waste away or shrink - luxury hotels and cruise lines are upping their game.

• City of smiles will leave smile on your face
• Italy on a plate
• Easter weekend family fun in Durban
• Death of the travel agent?