1974: 5 More Miners Hurt in South Africa Riots

An "unbelievably rare" Martian meteorite, weighing 54lb and measuring nearly 15in long, sold for $4.3m at a New York auction, making it the largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth. Discovered in Niger in November 2023, it is 70% larger than the next biggest Martian meteorite, with total costs reaching about $5.3m after taxes and fees. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A really big piece of Mars rock, the largest ever found...

The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, visited Angola to support the Halo Trust in clearing landmines, echoing his mother Princess Diana's efforts in 1997. He emphasized that "children should never have to live in fear," as Angola still faces the threat of approximately 1,000 minefields, with many casualties since 2008. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Prince Harry visited Angola to help a charity that clears dangerous landmines, just like his mom, Princess Diana,...

Getty ImagesThe Trump administration has effectively marginalized South Africa by rejecting diplomatic engagement and threatening high tariffs, further complicating its economic crisis. Following the US's denial of a visa for special envoy Mcebisi Jonas, who was intended to improve relations, South Africa faces a diplomatic impasse exacerbated by Trump's previous criticisms of the country's government. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The U.S. government is treating South Africa poorly by not allowing its leaders...

A Stellenbosch University researcher has developed a blockchain-based voucher system prototype that enables transparent donations of essential goods through digital tokens, promoting community-level support in a cashless society. This innovative approach aims to enhance the efficiency and traceability of charitable giving while addressing the challenges posed by declining cash usage. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A smart person at a school made a special digital gift card system that helps people give important...

The US has deported five individuals described as "criminal illegal aliens" to Eswatini, including convicts from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba, and Yemen, with crimes ranging from child rape to murder. This action follows a Supreme Court ruling allowing deportations to countries without ties, as the US government seeks to enforce stricter immigration policies. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The US sent five people who did bad things, like hurting others, to a country...

Wedaeli ChibelushiBBC NewsMuhammadu Buhari, Nigeria's former president, died at 82, having played a pivotal role in the country’s political landscape over five decades, transitioning from military leader to democratically elected president. His tenure was marked by economic challenges and criticisms, yet he was remembered by some as a figure of order and patriotism, with tributes highlighting his commitment to duty. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Muhammadu Buhari was a Nigerian leader who changed...