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Summary President Cyril Ramaphosa is establishing a judicial commission of inquiry to investigate whether there were efforts to obstruct the investigation or prosecution of apartheid-era crimes as referred by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to the National Prosecuting Authority. This initiative aims to address potential injustices related to past crimes and ensure accountability. The inquiry reflects the government's commitment to addressing historical grievances and promoting justice in South Africa. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Red Dot United (RDU) on Wednesday (Apr 30) took aim at government ministries and statutory boards at the party's third rally for the General Election, calling for “clear, measurable and transparent” KPIs for these agencies and hitting out at ministerial salaries.Governance in Singapore has...

A runaway kangaroo named Sheila caused a major disturbance in Macon County, Alabama, leading to a crash between two vehicles on Interstate 85. The incident occurred around 11:50 am, prompting authorities to close the interstate in both directions for safety and to capture the kangaroo, which was tranquilized by its owner, Patrick Starr. Fortunately, Sheila was unharmed, and the roadway was reopened later that day, with Sheriff Andre Brunson noting the unusual nature of the...

NEW DELHI: The Indian government is considering limited punitive strikes against Pakistan using long-range weapons without crossing the Line of Control (LoC), amidst ongoing skirmishes along the international boundary in Jammu and Kashmir. A cabinet committee led by the Prime Minister is reviewing military options, including concentrated artillery fire and potential airstrikes targeting terrorist facilities, while maintaining strategic messaging to keep Pakistan on alert. This approach follows recent escalations and diplomatic measures, including the suspension...

Summary Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston explained their decisions to distance themselves from Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party during the federal election, citing past tensions. Houston declined to attend a Poilievre rally, while Ford noted that Poilievre had previously instructed his team not to support the Ontario Progressive Conservatives. Ultimately, the Conservatives won 144 seats, losing ground in Nova Scotia, while Liberals formed a minority government with 169 MPs, reflecting a...

King Charles III Reflects on Cancer Journey King Charles III shared insights about his cancer diagnosis during a reception at Buckingham Palace for cancer care charities, expressing gratitude for the compassion shown by medical staff and organizations. Although he did not provide an update on his condition since announcing his illness in February 2024, he emphasized how his experience has deepened his appreciation for those battling cancer, quoting Deborah James on living life fully. The...