Government Urges South Africans Not To Join National Shutdown – Government says calls for a national shutdown will have “unexpected consequences” on the economy and encouraged citizens to rather resolve issues through dialogue. [ewn]

There’s your motivation…

US Official: North Korea Fires A Possible Ballistic Missile – North Korea’s missile test comes just a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping visits US President Donald Trump for a summit in Florida. [cnn]

DA Files Second Court Application To Have Gordhan Axing Reversed – Representing the DA, James Selfe has filed legal papers to have axed Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan and his deputy, Mcebisi Jonas reinstated. [citizen]

‘If They Come With AK47s, We Must Outgun Them’ – Mbalula on criminals – Newly-appointed Police Minister Fikile Mbalula has warned gunmen who target officers that police will “outgun” them. [news24]

The guy wants you to send him crimes via DM on Twitter – your Police Minister, folks.

Worst Chemical Attack In Years In Syria; U.S. Blames Assad – Dozens of people, including children, died — some writhing, choking, gasping or foaming at the mouth — after breathing in poison that possibly contained a nerve agent. [nytimes]

We No Longer Believe In Zuma’s Leadership Abilities – Cosatu – The congress has also fired a warning shot to the ANC to think deeply about effecting Zuma’s removal. [citypress]

Australia Makes ‘Largest Ever’ Crystal Meth Seizure – The 903kg (1990lb) haul of the drug, also called ice, is estimated to have a street value of A$898m (£546m; $680m), Justice Minister Michael Keenan said. [bbc]

Gigaba Celebrated Diwali With The Guptas – Gigaba‚ asked about his relationship with the family‚ said he had met them but added that the family held no sway over his decisions. [timeslive]

Why The Dagga Ruling Isn’t A Victory For Stoners Just Yet – According to Wits law professor Cathi Albertyn, the order is only a referral, so people need to be careful. [mg]

Your Chance To Hang Out With The Cape’s Top Winemaker Tonight – When you win South African Winery of the Year you get certain bragging rights, and I think we all deserve a glass or three of the good stuff this week. [here]

Bill O’Reilly Faces New Pressure As 12 Companies Pull Ads From Fox News Show – Bill O’Reilly’s top-rated Fox News show may be starting to feel a financial sting, with 12 firms taking action after allegations of sexually harassment. [telegraph]

Ivanka Trump: ‘I Don’t Know What It Means To Be Complicit’ – “If being complicit is wanting to be a force for good and to make a positive impact, then I’m complicit.” [fortune]

Cadbury Face Boycott As Outcry Spreads Over ‘Ridiculous’ Easter Egg Row – The charity and Cadbury’s faced criticism from all quarters including the Prime Minister, other faith leaders, and members of the Cadbury family. [guardian]

A Photographer Captured These Dismal Photos Of Life In North Korea On His Phone – Getty photographer Xiaolu Chu travelled by train through the country in August 2015, documenting everyday life through his phone lens, [businsider]

Last-Gasp Zlatan Penalty Earns United A Point – Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned after suspension to rescue a 1-1 draw for Manchester United against Everton at Old Trafford with an injury-time penalty. [iol]

Want to Play Scrabble Like a Pro? Here’s Your Memory Trick – The learning strategy has shown clear results, helping Schwartz become a nationally ranked player. [wired]

Here’s A Sneak Peek At The Most Gorgeous Sunglasses For Autumn – This past weekend saw SA Fashion Week go down and, of course, Sunglass Hut was there to show everyone which sunglasses will be in this autumn. [here]

Funny Or Die At 10: An Oral History Of A Comedy Juggernaut – We asked its founders and fans to reveal the smashes, near crashes, and highfalutin fart jokes that helped it become one of the sharpest, funniest forces in pop culture. [wired]

Suge Knight Claims He Knows Who Killed Tupac—and Says He Was the Real Target – The imprisoned ex-CEO of Death Row Records, who was in the car with Tupac Shakur when he was shot, claims he knows exactly who killed him and why. [dbeast]

Beyoncé’s Social Media Posts Are Worth More Than a Million Bucks – Queen Bey is the most valuable celebrity on social media, with a single post from the Lemonade singer clocking in at more than $1 million. [time]

Bella Hadid Sips From Champagne Glass While Strutting Around In Tiny Bikini On Holiday In Mexico – The 20-year-old model, who recently split from The Weeknd, is enjoying a girls’ getaway in Cabo San Luca. [dmail]

Kendall Jenner Buys Emily Blunt And John Krasinski’s Hollywood Hills Mansion For $6.5 Million – This is the 20-year-old supermodel’s second property purchase. [mglobal]

Another tough week for 20-year-old models around the world.

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