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Grimsby Town stun Manchester United: Carabao Cup epic decided 12-11 on penalties
Posted by Clare Appleyard

Grimsby Town stun Manchester United: Carabao Cup epic decided 12-11 on penalties

League Two side Grimsby Town knocked Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup with a 12-11 penalty shootout win after a 2-2 draw at Blundell Park. Goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren put the hosts 2-0 up before United hit back through Mbeumo and Harry Maguire. In front of 8,747 fans, Grimsby held their nerve to reach the next round and add a new chapter to their cup folklore.

Eskom outlaws unregistered grid-tied solar — users face upgrade fees or go off‑grid
Posted by Clare Appleyard

Eskom outlaws unregistered grid-tied solar — users face upgrade fees or go off‑grid

Eskom says any grid-tied solar system on its network that isn’t registered is illegal, even if it doesn’t export power. Homeowners face fees for meter swaps and compliance documents, which can run into thousands of rand. Some are considering going fully off-grid to avoid the rules. The push is framed as a safety and grid-stability move under national electricity regulations.