Technology is embedded in nearly every part of our lives, from waking up to winding down. While our devices offer convenience and connection, they also come with a cost to our well-being. From disrupted sleep to emotional fatigue, how we interact with tech can subtly or significantly shape our mental and physical health. The good […]
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Whether you’re winding down by the fire or seeking inspiration for the year ahead, non-fiction is the perfect genre for winter reading. With a mix of gripping memoirs, powerful self-help titles and timely political and historical narratives, this season’s must-reads will leave you feeling informed, inspired and more connected to the world around you. From […]
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Windowsill gardening is perfect for lazy gardeners (like me) or anyone without an outdoor space. It’s also an easy way to eat fresher, nutrient-rich foods and reduce food waste. Yes, one less celery or spring onion makes a difference; every scrap counts. But hold off the urge to toss random scraps into a jar filled […]
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We all have that breaking point. That invisible line between “I’ve got this” and “I’m going to cry in the grocery store over ripe avocados.” That space is known as the window of tolerance—a term used to describe the zone where your nervous system feels balanced, safe, and capable of handling life’s stressors. According to […]
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Okra has become a sensation due to its health benefits and versatility in meals, from incorporating it in vegetable stews, meaty meals, and infusing it in water. It is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in warm weather conditions. This fibre-rich food is a boon for the digestive system, potentially warding off constipation and even reducing the […]
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In the Middle East, dessert isn’t just a dish—it’s a ritual. Whether served after an elaborate meal, exchanged as a gesture of goodwill, or prepared specially for Ramadan and Eid, sweets carry deep cultural significance across the region. Characterised by ingredients like rosewater, orange blossom, pistachios, and dates, these confections speak of centuries-old traditions and […]
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South African flora has been winning international awards for its beauty, resilience, and peculiarity. The black jack agapanthus, bird of paradise, iris and king protea are part of the flora that brings dozens of international botanists to South Africa to explore, appreciate and discover the beautiful indigenous vegetation. Including fynbos, which grows naturally in the […]
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As much as a baby brings a bundle of joy to their parents, there also comes times of struggles with raising a baby; leading to agitations to both mom and baby. From when a baby refuses to feed, sleep and cries for no apparent reason. It does not help that new moms have to learn […]
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Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, but it does come with plenty of trial and error—and sometimes, more error than we’d like to admit. Every parent wants the best for their child, yet certain parenting styles, even those rooted in love, can quietly sabotage a child’s future. Take helicopter parenting, for example. Constant hovering may […]
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This Youth Month, the Shoprite Group celebrates fearless employees like Nosihle Mohunu, a 29-year-old truck driver from KwaZulu-Natal who’s not just steering 22-wheelers, but also shifting perceptions and inspiring a new generation of young South African women to dream bigger. It’s not something you see every day. A young woman at the steer of a […]
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Your pet might not pay rent or cook dinner, but they feel things deeply, just like you do. Whether it’s a dog that suddenly chews up your favourite sneakers or a cat who refuses to leave the corner of the couch, these behaviours could be their version of waving a tiny emotional red flag. According […]
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The city of Durban is one of the most fun and beautiful cities, filled with tourist attractions and affordable fun activities for children and adults. With schools soon closing for winter holidays, it is advisable to look for budget friendly places where one can enjoy family time with various activities. To make fun and remarkable […]
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