An alleged chemical attack in rebel-held Douma has sparked international outrage, but Damascus has said the reports are ‘mere fabrications’

The Lists this week were compiled by Friday editor Milisuthando Bongela and senior arts writer Kwanele Sosibo.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s friends and foes are headed for a showdown at the UN over his suspected chemical attacks.

An apparent gas attack in Damascus is thought to be the most significant use of chemical weapons since the gassing of Kurds 25 years ago.

Dozens of people have been killed and wounded in a fierce army bombardment of areas near Damascus, a Syrian NGO has said.

Germ expert’s counsel calls for the discounting of evidence on ethics based on a lack of context.

Dr Wouter Basson risks losing his licence should a hearing find him guilty of making Mandrax, Ecstasy and drugs used to sedate SADF prisoners.