Vienna - The situation at Japan's earthquake-damaged nuclear power plant is "very serious", Yukiya Amano, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said.
Rome - The Inauguration Mass for Pope Francis was held in Vatican City on Tuesday in the presence of more than 130 international delegations, marking the start of his papacy.
Pretoria - A book of condolence has been opened at the Japanese Embassy in Pretoria in memory of the victims of the earthquake and tsunami which hit the Asian country last week.
Johannesburg - Local Organising Committee Chief Executive Danny Jordaan has urged people to sign up as volunteers for the upcoming World Cup, saying its volunteers who will contribute to a successful 2010 spectacle.
Pretoria - Cabinet has extended sympathy to the victims of the earthquake and tsunami which hit Japan last week.
Johannesburg - Stakeholders dealing with the digital migration software have been urged to finalise their agreements so that the manufacturing of Set-Top-Boxes (STBs) can commence in earnest.
Johannesburg - Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk says South Africa will meet FIFA's accommodation requirements during the 2010 World Cup.
Bloemfontein - It was drama, disillusionment and elation at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein last night as the USA outplayed Spain 2-nil, confirming their place in the Confederations Cup final.
Pretoria -The South African government is seeking legal advice on how to respond to the international arrest warrant against Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.
Johannesburg - Brazil Coach Dunga has warned his players not to underestimate Bafana Bafana when they lock horns in a much anticipated FIFA Confederations Cup semifinal clash tonight.
