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'Disappointed' Gayle King responds to backlash following historic Blue Origin space flight
Gayle King is defending the mission as a step towards inspiring women and addressing environmental issues.
Katy Perry's space odyssey: a historic all-female crew or just a celebrity stunt?
Katy Perry made history on Blue Origin’s first all-female space mission, but celebrities like Azealia Banks and Emily Ratajkowski are questioning everything from the mission’s authenticity to its environmental impact.
WATCH: 'That's end time sh*t!' Emily Ratajkowski blasts Blue Origin space flight
Emily Ratajkowski has slammed Monday's Blue Origin space light.
WATCH: Jeff Bezos face-plants while greeting fiancée after historic spaceflight
Jeff Bezos comically face-planted while rushing to embrace fiancée Lauren Sánchez after her historic Blue Origin spaceflight.
How Trump's tariffs impact South Africa's billionaires and threaten thousands of jobs
Donald Trump’s trade tariffs protected South Africa’s richest but put thousands of jobs at risk in one of the world’s most unequal countries.
Katy Perry set to roar into space on all-female flight
Katy Perry is set to make history as the leading figure in an all-female crew, launching into space aboard Jeff Bezos' rocket.
Donald Trump's tariffs cause a $208 billion loss for the world's richest, including Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos
On April 3, President Trump's new tariffs triggered a staggering $208 billion (around R3. 97 trillion) loss for the world's 500 richest individuals.
Elon Musk's political shift: From green energy advocate to MAGA supporter
Explore Elon Musk's dramatic political shift from a pro-green energy advocate to a key player in the MAGA movement, and uncover the implications of his influence on American politics.
Invites are out for Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos’ star-studded Italian summer wedding
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos have sent out invitations for their highly anticipated wedding, sparking excitement and speculation about their star-studded Italian celebration.
Meet the superbillionaires: A new class of the ultra-rich emerges in 2025
In a groundbreaking shift of global wealth dynamics, 2025 witnesses the emergence of an exclusive club of 24 individuals whose personal fortunes exceed $50 billion each, with Elon Musk topping the list at over $400 billion.
The dynamics that polarise us on social media are about to get worse
Zuckerberg claims these changes promote “free expression”. But some experts worry he’s bowing to right-wing political pressure
Musk, Zuckerberg, Bezos | Tech billionaires take centre stage at Donald Trump's inauguration
Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos were amongst the tech titans at Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Donald Trump pledges 'golden age' on being sworn in as US president
US President Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in as the the 47th president of the United States. Trump was set to kickstart his new term with a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars.
Donald Trump sworn in for second term as US President, vowing sweeping change
Donald Trump inaugurated for second term as US President, promising major changes.
The age of trillionaires is closer than you think, are you ready?
The emergence of the trillionaire super-rich is extremely concerning, as resources are extracted from poor nations which struggle to just survive.
Oligarchy unmasked? Mark Zuckerberg follows Elon Musk, dives into right-wing politics, kissing the ring and bowing to Donald Trump
Tech bros are falling over each other in an effort to cozy up to president-elect Donald Trump.
US tech moguls shift right: Zuckerberg, Musk and Bezos to reportedly attend Trump inauguration
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg will reportedly attend Donald Trump's inauguration, further highlighting the tech moguls' efforts to develop closer ties with the incoming president.
Black Friday, Bleak Future — Amazon’s digital genocide machine marches on
This year’s Global Day of Action Against Amazon, driven by the “Make Amazon Pay” campaign, is not just about pushing back against a single company — it is a stand against the dehumanising forces of modern capitalism, systemic inequality, and the exploitation of labour, land and livelihoods.
Billionaires and CEOs kiss the ring as Trump sweeps to power
As the dust settles and the world takes stock of this new reality it seems prudent to see what the world's business leaders and billionaires say about Trump’s victory.
The rising power of big tech leaders in politics
As tech leaders like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos demonstrate unprecedented influence in the 2024 US elections, questions arise about their growing power and the need for global accountability.
Lognath brothers make Forbes Africa’s 30 under 30 list
They were anonymously nominated and went through a four-month vetting process
How big tech is shaping the future media landscape
Since the advent of social media, humanity has felt both the negative and positive effects of big tech companies. With the EU seeking to clamp them down, a media expert weighs in on big tech;s influence in South Africa.
You can do it too: These seven billionaires had ordinary jobs before amassing their wealth
If these super wealthy individuals can go from ‘regular’ jobs to swimming in money, why can’t you?
EU parliament to bar Amazon lobbyists
An ongoing labour dispute prompted the European Parliament to withdraw access to Amazon’s lobbyists amid an ugly row with EU lawmakers and the online retail giant.
Bezos promised $100 million after Maui wildfire but no one knows where it’s going
Jeff Bezos has a habit of issuing splashy philanthropic promises while offering few details.