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Hay fever or allergic rhinitis, is caused by an allergic reaction to a “harmless outdoor or indoor substance the body identifies as harmful (an allergen). (Andrew Fox/Getty Images) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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Discovery has raised its final dividend after a strong operational performance in its 2024 financial results. (Photo: Luba Lesolle, Gallo Images) PHOTO: Luba Lesolle, Gallo Images South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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Emmanuel Tshituka starts at No 8 for the Sharks in the Currie Cup final. (Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images) The Sharks have named their team for Saturday’s Currie Cup final against the Lions in Johannesburg.Coach John Plumtree has largely stuck with the team that drew 40-40 after extra time with the Bulls in Pretoria, making just two changes.Emmanuel Tshituka starts at No 8 in place of Phepsi Buthelezi, while Jurenzo Julius replaces Francois Venter at outside centre.The Sharks advanced to the final because they scored more tries than the Bulls. The Durbanites are also on an eight-game winning streak. Sharks team:15…

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Lusanda Ngcobo, who goes by the mononym Lusanda, viral cover of Outkast’s Hey Ya! garnered over a million views on TikTok. (Supplied) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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A local, Patric Tariq Mellet, took this photo of Rietvlei recently after noticing water crossing the fence and ditch along the R27 highway. The waterbody had to be closed numerous times in the past due to a highly toxic blue-green algal bloom found in the water. In June 2020 a large spill occurred – high levels of E. coli were recorded resulting in the closure of the vlei to all water activities. Recent water sampling at Rietvlei revealed dangerously high levels of E. coli, raising public health concerns.Officials have requested urgent resampling and warned the public to exercise caution…

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Cricket SA CEO Pholetsi Moseki. (Papi Morake/Gallo Images) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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The police minister has been ordered to cough up R270 000 to a man who was assaulted by officers and unlawfully detained in Soweto. (Supplied/SAPS) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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Orlando Pirates’ coach Jose Riveiro believes that the club has enough quality and depth to handle their hectic programme. (Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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