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HEROIN is being added to numerous different drugs in order to drive addiction, with new drugs coming on to the market daily, flooding South Africa’s streets. Heroin is sold in many forms – from twists and straws to stones, and now capsules. Chief exe

THE family of a young woman who died in mysterious circumstances in China has to come up with between R300 000 and R350 000 to bring her body home for burial. Kgothatso Mdunana, 24, allegedly fell through the window of a 13th floor apartment in Hangz

BUFFY, the 12-year-old chinchilla cat, not only has an airplane named after her, but she also has a “dad” who buys her favourite food in Europe. He even turned to the court to prevent her from spending a few “stressful” days in a cattery. Mark Leathe

THE secretary general of the ANC made history this week when he became the first holder of the office to be suspended in the party’s 105-year history. Then Ace Magashule made another bid for the history books by becoming the first suspended secretary

NO MATTER how much Naadira Vanker wanted to see her 1-year-old grow old, darkness was always going to break in through her front door that morning. There are two kinds of women, dead or surviving! Sometimes the surviving die at the hands of a belly f

MOMS, you shaped your children, but the reverse is true – down to your very cells. Scientists studying “foetal microchimerism”, have autopsied moms’ brain tissue and discovered evidence of Y-chromosomes presumably belonging to our sons. ■

1828 International Red Cross founder and Nobel Prize winner Henri Dunant is born in Geneva. He was also a founder of the YMCA. 1879 George Selden files the first patent for a petrol-driven car. 1886 Invented by Atlanta doctor and pharmacist John

IT’S difficult to find anyone who’s seen the DA’s big reveal video this week who has anything good to say about it. At best, it’s socially distant and Covid compliant. At worst, you can make your mind up. Party leader John Steenhuisen speaks directly

THEY say variety is the spice of life – and orgasms are no different! Research suggests that women who mix up their play are more likely to enjoy more frequent orgasms than those who find themselves stuck in the same old, same old. There is so little

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IT HAS often been said that the next World War will not be fought over land, money or minerals, but water. A new fictional movie, The Water Queen, creatively draws attention to South Africa’s worsening issue of water scarcity. In his State of the Nat

BREASTS might be one of the most loved body parts of the female form, but an American author with a new hit book on the topic insists that it is not spoken about enough. “Everyone loves boobs but we don’t usually talk about them, women anyway, so it’

WHILE the origins of Mother's Day can be traced back to honouring ancient Greek and Roman goddesses, Rhea and Cybele, it was the efforts of two US women, Ann Reeves Jarvis and her daughter, Anna Jarvis, who established the modern Mother's Day celebra

AWARD-winning South African actor and television host Tumisho Masha has taken up Will Smith’s ’worst shape’ challenge, revealing his dad bod. ■

ACTRESS, model, and dancer Mekaila Mathys is best known for her appearance on Netflix local hit series Blood and Water in which she plays the role of Tahira Khan. She is also well known for her role as Angel Abrahams in the local drama DanZ!. Cape To

AS COVID-19 continues its hold on nations around the world, a new international survey has provided a snapshot of the effect the pandemic has had on the world and South Africa. A Gallup poll surveyed 300000 adults during the second half of 2020 askin

THE state capture commission of inquiry wants an additional R90 million to complete its work before its term ends in June. Now, the Justice and Constitutional Department has approached the National Treasury to release the roll-over of funds from past

DRAMA unfolded in Nongoma last night when Prince Misuzulu Zulu was named the preferred King of the Zulu nation. The royal family was in the middle of the reading of the will when chaos broke out at Kwakhangelamankengane Palace. Durban-based lawyer ad

AS THE government deliberate on how to control borders in order to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and its mutations, health experts say a quarantine will be more efficient than a complete ban on travel. ■

WESTERN Cape authorities have expressed concern over a spike in Covid-19 infections in affluent Cape metro areas. Premier Alan Winde has also cautioned residents that there has been a 5% increase in positive tests. ■

JOBURG drivers will soon have one less problem to contend with when they make their way on the city’s roads. In the next few months, the roads are set to be free of all potholes, thanks to a game-changing campaign launched by the City of Joburg, Dial

CHRISTIAN imposters are taking advantage of our desperate communities. The spiralling incidents of sexual offences emerging at places of worship around the country have exposed the vulnerability, naivety and desperation of our communities on issues r

THE third wave of the coronavirus pandemic appears to be broken, German Health Minister Jens Spahn said yesterday, as social distancing measures and an accelerating vaccination campaign help lower the infection rate. ■

’THE worst nightmare a school district could encounter.’ A shooting at a US school is being investigated by the FBI as well as local law enforcement. ■

AS CHILDREN spend more and more time at home, with sophisticated smartphones and fast internet access, the concern of cybersafety is once again in the spotlight. A study conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council on behalf of the Films and Publ

IN CRADOCK, a red and white Volkswagen Kombi filled with union members came to a stop at a police roadblock. Back in 1981 such roadblocks were routine, but what the delegation of National Automobile and Allied Workers Union members didn’t know as the

SARAY Khumalo had to overcome many obstacles and alter her mindset before she became the first black African woman to summit Mount Everest. In a bid to inspire her fellow South Africans in the midst of the global health crisis, the award-winning moun

HAMMARSDALE, his home town, is one of the settings of veteran journalist and author Fred Khumalo’s latest book of short stories that feature contemporary life warts and all and look into issues ranging from xenophobia, human trafficking and rape to c

WHAT you need to know about the new UK Graduate Immigration Route opening from July. A new post-study work visa will open for applications on July 1, the UK government confirmed recently. ■

GIVEN how the Stormers’ last meeting with the Bulls ended, they will surely have a little more motivation to go out and secure a win over Jake White’s team this weekend … not like they ever need a reason to want to do so against their rivals. Here ar

Cycling: Giro d’Italia, Stage 1: Torino-Torino (9km) ITT, 1.50pm, VR1 Golf: LPGA Tour: Honda Thailand, Day 3, 5.30am, GSD, GOL; Sunshine Tour: Dimension Data Pro-Am, Day 3, 11am, GOL; European Tour: Canary Islands Championship, Day 3, 12.30pm, ACT; P

MANCHESTER City's home clash with Chelsea today is being dubbed a dress rehearsal for the Champions League final but manager Pep Guardiola says the only thing on his mind is the victory that will confirm the Premier League title. City need three poin

MAMELODI Sundowns defender Rushine De Reuck says his personal qualities as a player made it easy for him to seamlessly adapt to the team’s philosophy after joining the league champions from Maritzburg United early this year. Since his arrival at Chlo

OH, no, it's the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend! Commence the rolling of eyes, the blustery talk of how it shouldn't even be on the race calendar, and the trepidation that we will get a “Noah's Ark” grid and procession race. All valid concerns. But

ANGRY Kaizer Chiefs fans are threatening to march at the club's headquarters in Naturena this month to protest against the team’s poor league position and on-field struggles. #KaizerChiefsProtest was trending on Twitter on yesterday as fans of the cl

DONOVAN Marsh has done it again. Famed for his gritty storytelling, the director delivers another captivating feature with Netflix’s I Am All Girls. Marsh is no stranger to masterfully exploring the criminal underbelly of South Africa. He has shown h

WHEN it comes to the sleek shoe game, Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung is always on point. The Metro FM presenter shook the internet once again when he wore knee-length camouflage boots. Over the weekend, he posted a picture of himself wearing a grey T-shirt,

JONAH Hill and Zoe Kravitz appear to have teased a project with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s fashion brand “The Row”. The Hollywood actor posted snaps with the Batman star seemingly “modelling” pieces from the famous twins’ New York fashion house. Jo

ORGANISERS of a book festival in New Zealand that was meant to feature a Harry Potter-themed segment decided to cancel it this year because of Rowling’s tweets that were viewed as transphobic. The board chairperson for the Featherston’s Booktown fest

NATURAL skincare techniques claim to have you looking as “snatched” as someone who went under the knife. From fox eye lifts to filler that makes cheekbones pop, minimally invasive surgeries are on the rise in 2021, flooding social media feeds with pi

“A LITTLE simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think.” – Eleanor Roosevelt. Our daily lives are filled with noise and clutter, the constant stream of stimulation from electronic screens, the deafening sounds from the every

IF you appreciate wine, read on for some of the best regions around Africa to inspire your next wine vacation. You will find an array of cellars, ranging from quaint boutique wineries that cater to those in search of something unique, to the large ce

FORMULA One title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have gone wheel-to-wheel in all three races this season but both expect the racing to stay firm but fair as the pressure rises. Hamilton's victory in Portugal on Sunday stretched the Mercedes

VOLKSWAGEN has spiced up its electric family with the new all-wheel drive ID.4 GTX. The ID.4 GTX is the first member of the GTX electric high-performance brand. The new model doubles up on motor power by adding a front motor to the standard rear-whee

THEY’RE like doves in the CBD. Everywhere. Small wonder though, because the Volkswagen Polo remains a best-seller for the group and is closing in on 300 000 units sold since its introduction almost 11 years ago. The Mswenko is a twist to the South Af

“APRIL new vehicle sales told an inspiring story of the South African motor industry’s resilience, while also providing a harsh reminder of the bleak outlook experienced a year ago,” says Lebogang Gaoaketse, the head of marketing and communication at

AIRBNB recently revealed the top 5 Airbnb homes on South Africans’ wish list, with the most popular choice a penthouse in Vredehoek in Cape Town. Velma Corcoran, Airbnb regional head for Middle East Africa, said it was great to see many homes from ac

THE beaches around Cape Town are without a doubt some of the best in the world. However, there’s more to spending a day in the sand at the beach. Many Cape Town beaches offer a variety of activities for you to enjoy its oceans. Stand-up paddleboardin

NOBODY likes flight delays – especially if that means you have to spend more time at the airport during the pandemic. If your flight is delayed or cancelled, here are five ways to spend your time at the airport: While travelling to an exotic destinat

TABLE Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has launched a private cable car service. The new offering will add another layer of thrill for travellers – especially those who do not mind forking out thousands for the use of the private cable car. G

THE Financial Sector Conduct Authority warns against two entities dealing in cryptocurrencies, Union Fx and FX Trade Bitcoin. It says Union Fx claims to trade in cryptocurrencies, offering unrealistically high returns on investments, while investors

THE news of Bill and Melinda Gates filing for divorce has sent shockwaves through the philanthropic world. After 27 years of marriage, the couple is worth an estimated $146 billion (about R2 trillion), and they have no prenuptial agreement in place t

RAISING a child is stressful and expensive – ask any parent. But raising a child with special needs is exponentially so. Schooling requirements are different, constant care might be required (often throughout the child’s life), medical bills are high

WHAT is liquidity risk in retirement? How does this affect you, and what can you do to mitigate this risk? Liquidity refers to how easily an investor can sell an asset – for example, a house, shares or unit trusts (collective investments) – for cash,

Life annuity: Also known as a guaranteed annuity, this is a pension you buy from a life insurance company where you receive a guaranteed income for life. Living annuity: A pension you buy on an investment platform where you take responsibility for t

ANC KwaZulu-Natal deputy chairperson Mike Mabuyakhulu – who is facing charges of fraud and corruption – became the first senior leader in the province to step aside this week in accordance with the party’s national executive committee decision. In a

IF THE press did not exist, or was allowed to die, people would be as good as without a mirror to see themselves, being ignorant of the society they live in and unaware of the world they inhabit. This accounts for the significance of World Press Day

SCIENTISTS have found the oldest-known human burial in Africa, the continent that gave rise to our species, dating to about 78 000 years ago at a cave site called Panga ya Saidi near the Kenyan coast. They nicknamed the youngster “Mtoto”, meaning chi

THE Covid-19 crisis has wreaked havoc across the world and changed our understanding of the relationship between health and governance in many ways. With the virus having affected more than 150 million people all over the world in a period of 12 mont

MOROCCO and Algeria have reported their first cases of the Indian coronavirus variant, according to Sputnik International. According to the news platform, the Moroccan health ministry recorded two cases of the variant in the country’s most populous c

So definitely enjoy your day, enjoy your year. It’s all coming together. There may be tests but this new year you’re trending. It’s all about taking the good with the bad. And there’ll be both, but that’s ok. This week you’re going places. So why not

MONTHS of scientific research on the couch has concluded: yes, animals are sentient beings. Not surprising given that five of the six researchers are dogs. However, the result has previously been affirmed by proper, respected scientists. This human p

THE government has yet to determine whether travelling linked to India should be banned, despite outcries from concerned citizens about rising Covid-19 cases in that country. The health department has reassured citizens that there are currently no di

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