With winter already upon us in South Africa, those prone to dry skin challenges may be stocking up on oil-based topical treatments and ‘richer’ moisturisers in preparation for the dry, cold weather. For some, a few adjustments to regular skincare routines, running the humidifier in the house, and increasing water intake throughout winter will be […]
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It is often said that the early bird catches the worm, a proverb that suggests that early risers become the most productive. Night owls might beg to differ because, one can be productive no matter what time they wake up, only if they decide to utilise their time effectively. Many of us know whether we’re […]
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Pregnancy is often portrayed as a time of joy, excitement, and anticipation. But for some expectant mothers, it can also be a period of intense emotional change marked by depression and anxiety. These feelings are rarely discussed openly, leaving many women to suffer in silence. Prenatal depression and anxiety are serious conditions that can affect […]
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Managing work and school is difficult enough, but when you add other duties such as supervising house duties, children and keeping the house intact, can become almost overwhelming. Our minds are not wired to work efficiently for extended periods of time, so you definitely need a time out in between. Fortis Colleges and Institutes took […]
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Is your dog’s barking driving you and your neighbours up the wall? You’re not alone. Many dog owners face the challenge of controlling their pet’s non-stop barking. While barking is a natural form of communication for dogs, excessive barking can be a sign of underlying issues that need addressing. Understanding and addressing the root cause […]
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Human rabies may be reported as rare with an average of 19 laboratory confirmed cases, however the virus is nearly 100% fatal once symptoms appear. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) reports that rabies is a zoonic, vaccine-preventable viral disease that causes damage to the brain and spinal cord in infected animals and human […]
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We all know and understand that when it comes to restaurants, retail stores, and banks there is a protocol that says the customer is always right, however, we as customers we should also make sure that we do not make other people’s job hard. South Africans were unimpressed by a guy who caused an unnecessary […]
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When you thought you’d seen it all when it came to Shein hauls, one TikToker ordered a whole bed from the online shopping platform. UK resident Shaks shared a video via her account of the piece of flatpack furniture after buying it on Shein. “I bought this bed from Shein so you don’t have to,” […]
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Bullying is a problem that affects children across various age groups and environments, including schools, neighbourhoods, and online platforms. It manifests in different forms such as physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying each with its own set of challenges and outcomes. Children involved in bullying can exhibit a wide range of behaviours, whether they are the […]
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We are officially a week away from being in the middle of the year, and while it may seem as though the months have passed by quickly, this is an important time to sit down and reflect. Many have entered the year 2024 with goals, visions and things they planned to achieve within this year. […]
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Do you consider yourself an empath? Is it very easy for you to catch the feelings of people around you to the point that you see yourself in their shoes? This is okay if it is at a normal level, it’s actually human nature to be a feeler. The problem starts when you become too […]
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The bail application for a 47-year-old teacher accused of raping two young learners, aged 12 and 14 has been postponed to Friday for further verification of the suspect’s residential addresses. According to SABC, the incident took place at a primary school in Leeudoringstad, near Wolmaranstad. Parents were first alerted to the teacher’s alleged misconduct through […]
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