Cape Town – The UK removed South Africa and 10 other countries from its Covid -19 travel “Red List”. In November, Britain required anyone arriving from the 11 countries to quarantine in a government-approved hotel for 10 days. United Nations secretary-general, Antonio Guterres, described the travel restrictions as “travel apartheid”, saying that South Africa was being punished for identifying a new variant.
Last night Swallows FC and Orlando Pirates drew 1-1 at Dobsonville Stadium. Pirates were off to a good start when Bandile Shandu scored the first goal by the third minute. Later Ruzaigh Gamildien scored from the penalty spot, which resulted in the game ending in a draw.
In entertainment news, actor Zendaya attended the Los Angeles premiere of “Spider-Man: No Way Home” in a custom Valentino gown with a high slit. Styled by Law Roach, Zendaya nailed the look on the red carpet.
Here are the top trending stories of the day.
Headline: It’s official: SA is off the UK’s travel ‘red list’ – Times Live
Headline: Victory eludes fighting Swallows FC in tough draw against Pirates – Sowetan Live
Headline: Zendaya’s Valentino Spiderweb Gown Is Another Homage To Spider-Man – Nylon
Headline: SA records 23,884 new Covid-19 cases – Times Live
Headline: Google is threatening to fire unvaccinated employees – The Verge
Headline: Tourism Business Council welcomes UK’s “red list” lifting – SABC
Headline: Marcelo Bielsa says Leeds’ dismantling by Man City was ‘worst performance’ in coach’s spell at club – The Independent
Headline: You’re not getting an iPhone in time for Xmas – as global chip shortage continues – Business Insider
