Lifestyle

Extend shelf life of your onions with these simple storage tips

Everyone who loves to cook knows that onions are a kitchen staple, adding flavour and depth to any dish. From stir-fries to soups, salads, and stews, these versatile bulbs can take centre stage or simply enhance other ingredients. However, if you’ve ever reached for an onion only to find it soft, sprouting, or mouldy, you […]

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Golden grilled mielies: Here’s how to braai corn the right way

There’s nothing quite like the smoky, charred flavour of grilled corn on the braai—especially when it’s paired with a traditional South African meal. Whether you’re firing up the coals for Heritage Day or just looking to cook a delicious side dish, corn, or mielies as South Africans fondly call them, are an easy, crowd-pleasing favourite. […]

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Here’s what your favourite movie genre says about you

As with music, we all have a certain taste when it comes to the type of movies we watch and enjoy, right? You don’t really think about it much but you just know what movie genre you wouldn’t go for just by seeing its trailer. This is the case even if there’s a new film […]

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This is what being the black sheep of the family actually means

I had always considered myself the black sheep of the family at home, (for various reasons, some of them will be mentioned here) until my autistic baby brother was born five years ago, and I realised that maybe I was not one as much as he was. When we think of this concept, we imagine […]

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Thrift your way through Joburg with these must-visit stores

Thrifting has grown to be a huge trend, providing an exciting and sustainable way to find vintage clothing. The beauty of thrifted items have so much to offer, clothing that you may not have thought would work, does. That is the potential each unique item has. Here are must-visit stores in Johannesburg that will satisfy […]

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WATCH: TikToker details the most terrifying Bolt ride

In a chilling video that shook people TikTok user @asandaluvuyo_rsa, real name Asanda Msomi, recounts a terrifying ordeal that began with a routine Bolt ride. Asanda had requested a ride from his residence to the KZN university, but the journey quickly took a sinister turn. As he sat in the back of the car, Asanda […]

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How to instil culture and values to your modernised kids

A parent’s job is that of a lifetime, there are no shortcuts through it and in the same manner, there is no wiring or right way to do it, you literally freestyle your way through parenthood until you find your beat. As children grow, they adapt to their surroundings and exposures, not only what they […]

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Fake tan fail? Here are 4 quick fixes

Fake tanning products, especially when applied solo at home, often have a chance of going sideways. Even the pros sometimes struggle with patches, streaks and stains. Here are four ways to fix a fake tan mistake: 1. Bathe it off Has the golden glow gone awry? Run a bath spiked with oil and soak for […]

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Are you wondering why you do not have a birthmark? Here is why

Have you ever wondered why some people have birthmarks and others do not? When it comes to yourself, you often associate it with health issues and ask, is there perhaps something wrong with you or are you lacking in anything? According to the Cleveland Clinic, “A birthmark is a mark on your skin that looks […]

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