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OpenAI Scraps GPT-6.1 Astra Release Over AI Safety Concerns

OpenAI has scrapped the planned release of its next-generation artificial intelligence model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after safety testing raised concerns about whether the powerful system could reliably stay within the limits set by its users. The model was expected to launch in October, but testing reportedly identified problems involving deception, operating outside authorised boundaries and taking certain...
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Oil price above $100 amid Middle East conflict

Oil Climbs Above $100 as Middle East Conflict Raises New Cost-of-Living Concerns

The oil price above $100 has returned to global markets as escalating conflict in the Middle East raises fresh concerns about energy supplies, inflation and transport costs. Global oil prices moved above the psychologically important $100-a-barrel level on Wednesday, 9 September, as escalating conflict in the Middle East increased fears about disruption to global energy...
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Cape Mainline restored after severe Western Cape storm and flood damage

Cape Mainline Restored After Devastating Western Cape Storm Damage

The Cape Mainline has been fully restored after severe storms, flooding and major washaways caused extensive damage to the strategic Western Cape railway earlier this year. Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) confirmed on Friday, 4 September 2026, that recovery and reconstruction work on the line had been completed. The announcement marks an important milestone following...
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FAME Week Africa 2027 Launches Africa’s First Micro Drama Pitching Competition

Cape Town, South Africa — As short-form, mobile-first storytelling continues to transform the global entertainment landscape, FAME Week Africa has announced the launch of the FAME Micro Drama Pitching Competition, a groundbreaking new initiative designed to discover and develop Africa’s next generation of micro drama creators. Presented in partnership with Story Oasis and Media Valley...
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Mining Indaba 2027: A Transformative New Benchmark for Community Partnership

Mining Indaba 2027 – Creating Greater Expectations Johannesburg, 03 September 2026 – Communities are playing an increasingly influential role in decisions that shape mining projects, livelihoods and local economies, creating greater expectations for meaningful participation, collaboration and shared decision-making. Mining Indaba 2027 (MI27) is strengthening its focus on communities by amplifying their voices and perspectives...
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Eskort predicts a 100% chance of bacon across South Africa this Eskort Bacon Day

International Bacon Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of September, with Eskort Food teaming up with Vox Weather to feature a special bacon-themed forecast. From clear skies to clouds, showers and possible thunderstorms, South Africa is in for mixed conditions this International Bacon Day (Saturday 5 September). Watch: https://www.tiktok.com/@vox_weather_girls/video/7681649668429778184 Eskort Predicts – Key Points...
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