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JAKARTA. – Islamic State said it was behind an attack by suicide bombers and gunmen in the heart of Jakarta yesterday, the first time the radical group has targeted the…
‘The Mighty Warriors didn’t deserve it’
Humphrey Kwaramba I MUST admit that I don’t miss your Sharuko on Saturday column, no matter what. I have never felt compelled to write to you because, generally, I agree…
Time to reconsider diamond consolidation
Lloyd Gumbo Mr Speaker Sir Ever wondered why one cannot explain how Zimbabwe is rich in resources, but poor in economic performance? Ever wondered where money from the minerals that are mined…
Church, state and climate change
Stanely Mushava Features Correspondent Zimbabwe had a respite from searing temperatures this week as rains fell in parts of the country concurrently with the presidential call to prayer. The cropping season…
Chipfumo relives UK tour fiasco
Godwin Muzari Arts Editor Leaving for the United Kingdom with fellow musicians on December 4 last year was like the beginning of an exciting dream for Progress Chipfumo. For more than…
Drop charges against Ruto, lawyer urges ICC
The Hague. – Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto’s lawyer yesterday urged the International Criminal Court to drop a crimes against humanity case against him, saying prosecutors had failed to prove…
Opposition party leader in scholarship scam
George Mponga in Masvingo Zimbabwe Empowerment Movement (ZEM) party leader Mr Garikai Sithole has been accused of swindling students here after asking them to pay $30 application fees for a…
Be wary of fake universities: ZIMCHE
Rutendo Rori Herald Reporter Zimbabweans have been warned to be wary of external education institutions which are not registered with councils for higher education in their own countries and offer certificates…
Warning labels for sugary drinks
CALIFORNIA. — Legislators in California and New York are considering requiring warning labels on high-sugar drinks as a weapon against childhood obesity and a study claims the labels would dissuade…
Police warn mourners against parading coffins
Crime Reporter Police yesterday warned people against parading coffins in public places as this was tantamount to abusing the dead. The warning comes after touts and vendors paraded the body of…