https://outofthecube.co.za/Beyond the Cube Daily News delivers timely updates and comprehensive reporting on local and international events. Stay informed with our daily news coverage that includes in-depth analysis and factual reporting. Explore breaking news and current event updates that matter to you. Our site offers reliable information to keep you well-informed every day. Trust Beyond the Cube Daily News to bring you the latest happenings around the globe and stories from your community.Mon, 13 Apr 26 15:54:05 +0000en-us https://outofthecube.co.za/arsenal-face-st-james-park-hoodoo-in-high-stakes-newcastle-clashMon, 13 Apr 26 15:54:05 +0000Arsenal faces a defensive wall at St James' Park as they clash with Newcastle United on Sept 28. Can Arteta break the hoodoo against the league's best defense?Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/belarus-secures-1-0-win-against-armenia-in-yerevan-friendlyMon, 30 Mar 26 15:37:03 +0000Belarus defeated Armenia 1-0 at Vazgen Sargsyan Stadium on March 29, 2026. The narrow win ended a streak of defensive struggles for visitors despite lower expectations.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/jokic-sinks-nuggets-past-suns-with-late-heroics-in-phoenixThu, 26 Mar 26 07:04:09 +0000The Denver Nuggets defeated the Phoenix Suns 125-123 in Phoenix on March 24, 2026, with Nikola Jokić sealing the win with a late bucket. Denver swept the season series 3-0 as Jokić posted a near-triple-double.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/the-furious-lionsgate-action-thriller-stars-xie-miao-joe-taslimThu, 26 Mar 26 02:57:08 +0000Lionsgate's 'The Furious' starring Xie Miao and Joe Taslim hits US theaters May 29, 2026. This martial arts thriller follows a father seeking vengeance against a child trafficking ring after corrupt police fail to act.Entertainment https://outofthecube.co.za/bridgerton-season-5-confirmed-with-francesca-and-michaela-leadsWed, 25 Mar 26 23:04:57 +0000Netflix confirms Bridgerton Season 5 starring Hannah Dodd and Masali Baduza. Production starts in London with 8 episodes focusing on Francesca's romance and grief journey.Entertainment https://outofthecube.co.za/calvert-lewin-s-fourth-straight-goal-saves-leeds-in-1-1-draw-with-brentfordMon, 15 Dec 25 15:52:22 +0000Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored his fourth straight Premier League goal as Leeds United drew 1-1 with Brentford, keeping them just three points above relegation in a must-win season.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/strasbourg-vs-brest-home-dominance-predicts-2-1-win-as-strasbourg-eye-top-four-pushMon, 01 Dec 25 15:52:10 +0000Strasbourg hosts Brest in Ligue 1 on November 30, 2025, with home dominance and Brest's away struggles pointing to a 2-1 Strasbourg win. Key players and stats confirm the trend.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/tanzania-s-election-denied-legitimacy-as-opposition-leaders-banned-hassan-wins.66-voteThu, 27 Nov 25 17:16:46 +0000Tanzania's October 2025 election saw President Samia Suluhu Hassan win 97.66% of the vote after opposition leaders Luhaga Mpina and Tundu Lissu were barred and jailed, raising fears of democratic collapse.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/ethiopia-and-eritrea-edge-toward-war-as-red-sea-tensions-ignite-old-woundsMon, 24 Nov 25 16:06:06 +0000Ethiopia and Eritrea are on the brink of war over Red Sea access, with Ethiopia accusing Eritrea of arming militias and Eritrea viewing Ethiopia’s ambitions as a sovereignty threat. Tensions, fueled by unresolved conflict and humanitarian collapse, risk reigniting atrocities.World News https://outofthecube.co.za/controversial-red-card-to-franco-mostert-costs-south-africa-italy-match-sparks-refereeing-crisisThu, 20 Nov 25 19:26:58 +0000Franco Mostert’s controversial red card in Italy’s 18-13 win over South Africa has sparked outrage, with experts calling it a misapplication of Law 9.13. World Rugby faces mounting pressure to reform refereeing standards ahead of the 2027 World Cup.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/milei-joins-trump-in-boycotting-g20-summit-in-johannesburg-snubbing-global-south-leadershipMon, 17 Nov 25 21:25:27 +0000Argentina’s President Javier Milei boycotted the G20 Summit in Johannesburg alongside Donald Trump, deepening diplomatic rifts with the Global South. South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa called it 'their loss' as the summit proceeds without the U.S. and Argentina.World News https://outofthecube.co.za/instagram-forces-reels-and-dms-to-front-page-in-major-ui-overhaulMon, 10 Nov 25 20:47:36 +0000Instagram, led by Adam Mosseri, is forcing a major UI overhaul that prioritizes Reels and DMs in the bottom navigation bar, with a mandatory rollout by December 1, 2025, affecting all 2.1 billion users worldwide.Technology https://outofthecube.co.za/haras-el-hodoud-and-al-masry-set-for-dual-2025-clash-in-egyptian-football-rivalryMon, 03 Nov 25 20:38:32 +0000Haras El Hodoud and Al Masry will face off twice in 2025 — Premier League on May 28 in Port Said and League Cup on December 25 in Alexandria — reigniting one of Egypt’s most enduring football rivalries with regional pride on the line.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/travis-kelce-limping-after-key-play-in-chiefs-31-24-win-over-commandersTue, 28 Oct 25 02:38:58 +0000Travis Kelce limped off after a 38-yard catch in the Chiefs' 31-24 win over the Commanders on Monday Night Football, raising concerns about his availability for Week 9 against the Patriots. An official update is due Wednesday.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/cbs-sports-power-rankings-trail-blazers-bulls-kings-near-bottom-as-nba-2025-26-season-startsThu, 23 Oct 25 16:38:31 +0000CBS Sports ranks the Trail Blazers, Bulls and Kings near the bottom as the NBA 2025‑26 season opens, highlighting youth pipelines, key trades and early playoff odds.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/global-aws-outage-cripples-snapchat-and-hundreds-of-apps-on-oct-20Mon, 20 Oct 25 19:59:07 +0000A DNS glitch in AWS's US‑EAST‑1 region on Oct 20, 2025 knocked out Snapchat, Fortnite, Coinbase and dozens of services, sparking a global outage that lasted hours.Technology https://outofthecube.co.za/trump-awards-medal-of-freedom-to-charlie-kirk-on-birthdayThu, 16 Oct 25 19:50:39 +0000Trump posthumously honored Charlie Kirk with the Medal of Freedom on what would have been his 32nd birthday, sparking controversy and political debate.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/cannavaro-s-uzbekistan-debut-2-0-win-vs-kuwait-1-2-loss-to-uruguayMon, 13 Oct 25 20:41:29 +0000Uzbekistan, led by new coach Fabio Cannavaro, beat Kuwait 2‑0 in Tashkent and fell 1‑2 to Uruguay in Malaysia, pivotal friendlies ahead of their 2026 World Cup debut.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/mali-vs-madagascar-world-cup-qualifier-decisive-group-i-showdown-in-bamakoSun, 12 Oct 25 19:42:27 +0000Mali host Madagascar in a decisive World Cup qualifier at Bamako's Stade du 26 Mars, with the runner‑up spot and playoff hopes on the line.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/neves-injury-time-header-secures-portugal-s-1-0-win-over-irelandSun, 12 Oct 25 00:08:36 +0000Rúben Neves' injury‑time header gave Portugal a 1‑0 win over Ireland in Lisbon, preserving a perfect start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/japan-vs-paraguay-friendly-samurai-blue-favoured-as-odds-skew-heavyFri, 10 Oct 25 19:49:07 +0000Japan hosts Paraguay in a 2025 friendly at Saitama Stadium 2002. Samurai Blue are heavy odds favourites, but Paraguay aim to end a goal drought.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/lewis-ferguson-s-debut-goal-fuels-scotland-s-3-1-comeback-win-over-greeceFri, 10 Oct 25 01:00:40 +0000Scotland rallied from a goal down to beat Greece 3‑1, lifting them level with Denmark in Group E and keeping World Cup qualification hopes alive.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/nigeria-s-innovation-minister-uche-nnaji-resigns-amid-forgery-scandalWed, 08 Oct 25 21:50:53 +0000Nigeria’s Innovation Minister Uche Nnaji resigns after Premium Times reveals forged degree and NYSC certificates, prompting political fallout and a call for stricter vetting.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/trevor-lawrence-s-jaguars-stun-chiefs-31-28-in-monday-night-comebackTue, 07 Oct 25 17:42:05 +0000Trevor Lawrence's Jaguars rally past the Chiefs 31‑28 on Monday Night Football, boosting Jacksonville to 4‑1 and sparking AFC South excitement.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/braga-stun-celtic-2-0-amid-controversial-var-call-at-celtic-parkMon, 06 Oct 25 17:34:25 +0000Braga beat Celtic 2‑0 at Celtic Park, a match marred by a disallowed goal and defensive mistakes, intensifying pressure on manager Brendan Rodgers.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/katsina-governor-radda-praises-abu-s-academic-excellence-in-sep-2025-visitSun, 05 Oct 25 22:55:33 +0000Katsina Governor Malam Dikko Umar Radda praised Ahmadu Bello University for its lasting academic excellence during a September 26, 2025 visit, highlighting historic ties and future collaborations.Education https://outofthecube.co.za/lille-osc-tops-ligue-1-injury-list-with-nine-absentees-2025Sun, 05 Oct 25 22:26:28 +0000Lille OSC leads Ligue 1's 2025‑26 injury surge with nine players out, including Ethan Mbappé's hamstring and Tiago Santos' knee, as clubs scramble for depth.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/wolves-winless-streak-continues-as-brighton-snatch-late-pointSun, 05 Oct 25 21:01:32 +0000Brighton beats Wolves 1‑0 at Molineux after Vítor Pereira's red card, extending Wolves' winless Premier League streak and boosting Brighton's European push.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/pope-leo-xiv-presides-over-rare-swiss-guard-oath-ceremonySun, 05 Oct 25 16:28:50 +0000Pope Leo XIV presided over a historic Swiss Guard oath ceremony on Oct 4, 2025, unveiling new uniforms and boosting recruitment amid the Holy Year.World News https://outofthecube.co.za/union-berlin-chase-fourth-straight-win-vs-hoffenheim-in-berlinSun, 05 Oct 25 02:06:47 +0000Union Berlin host TSG Hoffenheim on Sep 13, 2025, seeking a fourth consecutive win at the Alten Försterei. Both sides sit on three points, with injuries shaping Hoffenheim’s line‑up.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/white-house-sets-100-000-one-time-fee-for-new-h-1b-petitions-starting-sep-21Fri, 03 Oct 25 20:47:54 +0000The White House's new $100,000 fee for fresh H‑1B petitions, effective Sep 21, 2025, sparks panic among employers. Clarifications limit it to new lottery applicants, leaving renewals untouched.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/auditor-general-only-2-of-office-space-cut-taxpayers-at-riskTue, 30 Sep 25 18:27:48 +0000Auditor General Karen Hogan warns Canada has cut only 2% of federal office space, far below the 50% target, costing taxpayers millions. PSPC faces new reporting mandates.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/paul-merson-s-bold-match-day-three-forecasts-shake-up-premier-league-talkSun, 28 Sep 25 18:40:36 +0000Paul Merson shares bold match‑day three predictions, noting Arsenal and Liverpool as title rivals and sparking debate among fans.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/sergio-busquets-announces-retirement-after-2025-mls-seasonSat, 27 Sep 25 04:33:51 +0000Spanish midfield legend Sergio Busquets has said goodbye to professional soccer, planning to hang up his boots after the 2025 MLS campaign with Inter Miami. The 37‑year‑old reflected on his two‑decade journey, from Barcelona glory to international triumphs, in an emotional Instagram video. Fans can expect a heartfelt farewell that honours his club, country and new American adventure.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/ospreys-brace-for-tough-2025-26-urc-campaign-amid-welsh-rugby-uncertaintyFri, 26 Sep 25 21:18:48 +0000The Ospreys head into the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship facing tighter budgets and off‑field turmoil that could spell the last season for all four Welsh regions together. Financial strain is widening the gap with richer Irish, Scottish, South African and Italian sides. The club must lean on youth development and savvy game‑plan tweaks to stay competitive. Fans can still expect a full slate of home and away matches at the Brewery Field, but the future of Welsh professional rugby hangs in the balance.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/sadio-mane-s-private-marriage-to-19-year-old-aisha-tamba-and-their-newborn-daughterFri, 26 Sep 25 19:40:35 +0000Senegalese football star Sadio Mané quietly married 19‑year‑old Aisha Tamba in a traditional ceremony linked to their families' charitable ties. The couple, who keep a low profile, welcomed a baby girl about a year later. Mané celebrated his new role with a cradle‑rocking goal celebration. Their relationship is described as rooted in faith, tradition and genuine love.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/aew-dynamite-september-to-remember-recap-moxley-s-submission-young-bucks-qualify-dorada-soarsFri, 26 Sep 25 17:48:52 +0000The September 17, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite in London, Ontario, served as the All Out go‑home show. Jon Moxley submitted Roderick Strong, the Young Bucks earned a title shot, and Mascara Dorada advanced in the Unified Championship tournament. Highlights also included Bobby Lashley’s dominant win, a brutal No Holds Barred bout, and escalating Death Riders intrigue.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/asia-cup-2025-showdown-pakistan-vs-bangladesh-in-dubai-super-four-clashFri, 26 Sep 25 13:51:57 +0000Pakistan and Bangladesh meet in a high‑stakes Super Four match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 25. The winner secures a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final against India. Pakistan rides a surge after beating Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh hopes returning stars will spark a comeback. Weather, pitch and player form could tip the balance.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/rivers-state-transition-accelerates-as-tinubu-and-fubara-return-homeThu, 25 Sep 25 23:35:19 +0000President Bola Tinubu and suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara flew back to Nigeria early, just as the Rivers State transition kicks into high gear. Tinubu cut short his France‑UK holiday and met Emmanuel Macron, while Fubara returned from London. Vice Admiral Ibok‑Ete Ibas is overseeing the handover after months of emergency rule, with local elections wrapped up in record time.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/sassa-announces-september-2025-grant-payment-dates-for-old-age-disability-and-child-supportThu, 25 Sep 25 15:50:03 +0000The South African Social Security Agency has released the September 2025 payment schedule for its major grants. Old age beneficiaries will be paid on 2 September, disability recipients on 3 September and child support recipients on 4 September. SASSA urges beneficiaries to withdraw money gradually and use their cards for purchases. The move aims to ease crowding at pay points and curb theft. Officials say the staggered approach reflects a continued focus on safety and efficient service delivery.News https://outofthecube.co.za/fluminense-falls-to-lanus-in-copa-sudamericana-quarterfinals-after-nail-biting-two-leg-tieWed, 24 Sep 25 16:01:49 +0000Fluminense lost 1‑0 to Lanús in the first leg of their Copa Sudamericana quarter‑final, thanks to an 89th‑minute strike by Marcelino Moreno. A 1‑0 home win in the return match wasn’t enough, as the aggregate score ended 1‑1 and Lanús progressed. Injuries plagued the Argentine side, yet they held firm. The tie highlighted tactical shifts from both managers and the pressure of playing at the Maracanã.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/sevilla-villarreal-tickets-on-sale-grab-your-spot-for-the-la-liga-showdownTue, 23 Sep 25 20:57:24 +0000Ticket sales have opened for the La Liga clash between Sevilla FC and Villarreal CF on 23 September 2025 at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Prices start at €24, but demand is high and availability is limited. The match pits two seasoned Spanish clubs with European ambitions against each other, making it a must‑watch fixture.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/how-to-catch-the-chiefs-giants-clash-live-on-siriusxm-week-3-detailsMon, 22 Sep 25 15:46:29 +0000Fans of Kansas City and New York can tune into the Week 3 showdown via SiriusXM. This guide breaks down the channel numbers, subscription options, and backup ways to hear every play of the Chiefs‑Giants game.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/upamecano-s-bayern-future-hangs-in-the-balance-as-contract-talks-drag-onSun, 21 Sep 25 17:35:15 +0000Centre‑back Dayot Upamecano is still unsure about his next season at Bayern Munich. With less than a year left on his deal, talks between his agent and the club have yet to produce a new contract. Bayern’s sporting director remains hopeful, but other European giants are watching closely, fearing a free‑move if talks stall.Sports https://outofthecube.co.za/lola-young-s-i-m-only-f-ing-myself-turns-rehab-and-relapse-into-pop-fireSat, 20 Sep 25 16:43:49 +0000Lola Young’s new album, recorded after a five-week rehab stay, is a fearless portrait of addiction, love, and sex—unfiltered and unsanitized. The record leans into her relapse and canceled TV slot, making the stakes feel real. Critics see an artist on the edge of a breakthrough, even as her artistic identity remains in flux.Entertainment https://outofthecube.co.za/what-s-the-gripe-about-thuthukile-zuma-inside-the-appointment-that-sparked-a-nepotism-rowTue, 16 Sep 25 13:32:14 +0000A 2014 appointment in a new ministry put Thuthukile Zuma at the centre of a storm over nepotism, fairness, and how South Africa fills senior posts. Here's what sparked the outrage, what the rules allow, and the gaps that still fuel suspicion. We unpack the policy grey areas and why the debate still matters for public trust.Politics https://outofthecube.co.za/prime-video-september-2025-every-new-movie-show-and-live-sport-streaming-this-monthSun, 31 Aug 25 16:00:57 +0000Prime Video piles on big franchises, buzzy originals, and live sports in September 2025. The Bourne movies headline a large Sept. 1 drop, while new originals like A Working Man (Sept. 3), Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag (Sept. 5), and Hotel Costiera (Sept. 24) lead the slate. Gen V Season 2 lands Sept. 17. Thursday Night Football and NWSL return. The Good Place and Trolls Band Together round out the month.Entertainment https://outofthecube.co.za/marshalls-names-sanjiv-shah-ceo-amid-shifting-east-african-auto-landscapeSun, 17 Aug 25 15:33:26 +0000Marshalls has named Sanjiv Shah, formerly of DT Dobie, as its new CEO starting August 2011, replacing Rahul Sood. Shah's leadership is expected to bring his premium car expertise to the table as Marshalls navigates the evolving East African automotive market. The company, however, would soon face ongoing CEO turnover.Business https://outofthecube.co.za/dangote-names-ex-shell-leader-david-bird-as-ceo-to-steer-ambitious-refinery-growthSun, 03 Aug 25 15:39:43 +0000Dangote Petroleum Refinery has tapped former Shell executive David Bird as CEO to oversee an expansion drive. Starting July 2025, Bird brings his experience from Oman's Duqm Refinery, aiming to reshape Dangote’s position in the global energy market by improving operations and boosting refinery output.Business https://outofthecube.co.za/memphis-depay-s-absence-contract-disputes-and-discipline-shake-corinthians-before-botafogo-clashSun, 27 Jul 25 15:41:14 +0000Memphis Depay sat out Corinthians' crucial match against Botafogo due to unresolved contract disputes and disciplinary reasons, after clashing with the club over unpaid bonuses. Tensions run high as Depay’s influence on the pitch remains undeniable. The reason for Garro’s omission is less clear, hinting at deeper squad issues for the club.Sports