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Hugh Corder

Professor of Public Law, University of Cape Town
Hugh Corder is Professor of Public Law at the University of Cape Town.

South Africa’s new parliament needs to do a better job of holding cabinet to account: legal scholar weighs the chances

Jul 17, 2024 08:22 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

South Africa has entered new territory with a government of national unity after the May elections. The parties representing more than 70% of the electorate will now be the dominant force in parliament. The parties that...

Economy

China's Industrial Profits See Boost in July, Driven by High-Tech Manufacturing Gains

Chinas industrial profits increased by 4.1% in July, driven by significant growth in high-tech manufacturing, despite challenges from sluggish domestic demand, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. High-Tech...

German Business Morale Drops Again in August, Dimming Recovery Prospects for 2023

German business morale declined for the third straight month in August, as the Ifo Institutes business climate index dropped to 86.6, down from 87.0 in July. The survey of around 9,000 managers revealed increasing...

Philippines Lifts Digital Bank Cap, Sparking Fresh Competition Amid Profitability Challenges

The Philippines central bank has lifted its moratorium on digital banking licenses, allowing four new entrants to join the market in 2024. As the industry faces profitability challenges, experts are divided on the impact...

India's Central Bank Should Maintain Headline Inflation as Policy Target, Experts Advise

External members of Indias rate-setting panel advocate maintaining headline inflation as the central banks policy target, warning against shifting focus to core inflation despite falling interest rates. External Experts...

Fed's Rate Hikes Proved Crucial in Strengthening Market Confidence, Study Reveals

New research highlights that the Federal Reserves substantial rate hikes in 2022 were key to reinforcing market confidence in its commitment to controlling inflation, proving more effective than mere verbal...

Politics

Zuckerberg Drops Bombshell: Biden Admin Pushed Meta to Censor COVID-19 Content

In a stunning revelation, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg disclosed that the Biden administration relentlessly pushed the company to censor COVID-19 content during the pandemic, including humorous posts, a move he now regrets...

Donald Trump's 'Secret' Pizza Hut Ad With Ex-Wife Ivana Resurfaces, Leaves Marla Maples 'Sick to Her Stomach'

In a surprising twist from the annals of Donald Trumps personal life, a resurfaced story about a 1995 Pizza Hut commercial is once again drawing attention. According to revelations from Maggie Habermans 2022 book...

Donald Trump Mocked for 'Sophisticated' Vocabulary Boast, Called 'Biggest National Embarrassment'

Former President Donald Trump faced widespread ridicule after boasting about his sophisticated vocabulary during a campaign rally in Detroit, Michigan. Speaking to a crowd on August 26, Trump claimed that he always seeks...

Donald Trump Risks Walking into Debate 'Trap' with Kamala Harris as Allies Fail to Prepare Him, Warns Conservative Analyst

As the highly anticipated presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris draws near, concerns are mounting among conservative commentators about Trumps readiness for the...

Kamala Harris Strategy: Provoking Donald Trump to Lose Composure in September 10 Debate

As the first presidential debate between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris approaches on September 10, political strategies are intensifying. The debate, hosted by ABC News, was initially planned as a...

Science

SpaceX Delays Historic Private Spacewalk Mission Due to Helium Leak; Launch Rescheduled

SpaceX has delayed the launch of its pioneering private spacewalk mission due to a ground-side helium leak. Originally set for August 27, the mission will now launch on August 28, marking a significant milestone in...

NASA Chooses SpaceX for Crew Return, Citing Safety Concerns with Boeing's Starliner

NASA has decided to return astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore aboard SpaceXs Crew Dragon 9 in February, citing safety concerns with Boeings Starliner. The decision follows months of testing and a comprehensive...

SpaceX Introduces Starlink Family Plan with Discounts on Hardware and Monthly Fees

SpaceX has launched a Starlink Family Plan, providing existing customers with discounts on additional hardware and monthly subscriptions. The promotion, which ends on September 3, 2024, allows users to add up to two family...

SpaceX Starlink Revolutionizes Navy Communication with High-Speed Internet for Sailors at Sea

SpaceXs Starlink is transforming communication for Navy sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, providing high-speed internet access that allows them to stay connected with family and friends, even from the oceans most...

NASA Astronauts Conduct Key ISS Operations Amid Hour-Long Calls with Boeing Flight Controllers

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, currently aboard the ISS, engaged in a critical hour-long conference with Boeing flight controllers. As they managed essential tasks, including CubeSat preparations and ISS...

Technology

Dutch Watchdog Fines Uber $324M for GDPR Breach in Transferring Driver Data to the U.S.

Uber has been fined $324 million by the Dutch Data Protection Authority for violating the EUs GDPR by transferring European drivers data to the U.S. without adequate protection. The company plans to appeal, asserting that...

Tesla Secures $133M Megapack Deal to Expand Queensland’s Largest Battery Storage Site

Tesla has secured a $133 million contract to supply 140 Megapacks for the expansion of Queenslands Western Downs battery storage site. This expansion will boost the facilitys capacity to 540 MW/1,080 MWh, solidifying its...

Shiba Inu Sees 1.8 Trillion Tokens Traded in 24 Hours as Whale Activity Surges

Shiba Inu experienced a notable surge in activity, with 1.8 trillion tokens traded within 24 hours, signaling a potential shift in market sentiment driven by significant whale movements. 1.8 Trillion SHIB Tokens...

Vitalik Buterin Counters Centralization Claims, Ethereum Roadmap Progress Points to ETH Price Target of $5000

Vitalik Buterin addressed concerns over Ethereums decentralization, highlighting key roadmap progress and technical advances that support ETHs potential rise to $5000. Vitalik Buterin Defends Ethereum Against...

Bitcoin Millionaires Soar by 111% as Crypto Gains Momentum, Reaching 85,000 High-Net-Worth Holders

A recent report reveals a 111% surge in Bitcoin millionaires, now totaling 85,000, highlighting the cryptocurrencys growing appeal among high-net-worth individuals. Bitcoin Millionaires Increase 111% Globally A new...

Digital Currency

FxWirePro- Major Crypto levels and bias summary

FxWirePro- BNBUSD Daily Outlook

FxWirePro- SOLUSD Daily Outlook

Law

Elon Musk Champions Bold California Push for Mandatory AI Model Safety Tests

Canada to Impose 100% Tariff on Chinese EV Imports, Including Tesla Models

Donald Trump Eyes Elon Musk to Streamline Government and Boost AI Strategy in Potential 2024 Role

Life

Air Jordan 12 ‘Taxi’ Releasing in 2025; Air Jordan 4 ‘Black Cat’ Also Set to Return

NVIDIA Faces Rising Competition in China as Huawei Prepares Major HiSilicon Breakthrough

New Fast-Food Arrivals: Must-Try Menus and Deals from Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and More

Nature

Banana apocalypse, part 2 – a genomicist explains the tricky genetics of the fungus devastating bananas worldwide

Trees compete for space, light and resources, and those clashes can leave battle scars

Rat poison is moving up through food chains, threatening carnivores around the world

Sports

Paris Games herald a new anti-corruption era, but carrying the torch may pose an Olympic challenge for the US

Why Olympic success can come at the cost of mental health for youth athletes

The Paris Olympics horse-whipping scandal shows the dangers of ‘Disneyfication’ in horse sports

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: USD/ CAD drop accelerates, expect a bigger drop

FxWirePro- Majro Pair levels and bias summary

FxWirePro: USD/ZAR unlikely to invite any further strength, good to sell on rally

Market Data

Donald Trump's 'Secret' Pizza Hut Ad With Ex-Wife Ivana Resurfaces, Leaves Marla Maples 'Sick to Her Stomach'

Should brands take a stance on social and political issues?

Donald Trump Risks Walking into Debate 'Trap' with Kamala Harris as Allies Fail to Prepare Him, Warns Conservative Analyst

Canada to Impose 100% Tariff on Chinese EV Imports, Including Tesla Models

Strategist Suggests Donald Trump Might Swap J.D. Vance for RFK Jr. as Running Mate: 'Watch Your Back'

Kamala Harris Strategy: Provoking Donald Trump to Lose Composure in September 10 Debate

Can a new access scheme get more working-class people into the TV industry?

China's BYD Partners with Huawei to Equip Off-Road EVs with Advanced Autonomous Driving System

Ex-OpenAI Researchers Warn Sam Altman’s AI Regulation Support Is a Public Relations Facade

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