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3 weeks ago | 
iol.co.za | Karishma Dipa |Vuyile Madwantsi
Pope Francis’ demise has not only left an indelible mark on the Catholic Church but has also produced a historic moment influencing global travel patterns.
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3 weeks ago | 
iol.co.za | Karishma Dipa |Vuyile Madwantsi
TRAVEL RESTRICTIONSPope Francis has died. Image: Vatican NewsThe death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21, has sent ripples of grief and reflection across the world. As the beloved leader of 1.3 billion Catholics, his life and passing are not just a deeply spiritual moment but also a historic event that’s reshaping global travel patterns, particularly to Rome.
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4 weeks ago | 
thestar.co.za | Se-Anne Rall |Bernelee Vollmer |Vuyile Madwantsi
WELL-BEINGRemember social media often portrays an unrealistic image of parenting; self-compassion is crucial. Image: Ketut Subiyanto /pexelsParenting is often portrayed as a joyful, fulfilling journey, and it is. But behind the Instagram-perfect moments, many parents are silently struggling with exhaustion, resentment, and a deep sense of overwhelm.
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4 weeks ago | 
thestar.co.za | Alyssia Birjalal |Bernelee Vollmer |Vuyile Madwantsi
STREAMINGThe cast of "And Just Like That" are set to return with Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda and Seema having a sexy NYC summer. Image: Instagram. The much-anticipated third season of "And Just Like That" premieres on May 29, and fans of the iconic series are in for a treat.
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1 month ago | 
thestar.co.za | Vuyile Madwantsi |Oluthando Keteyi |Bernelee Vollmer |Sarene Kloren
PLASTIC SURGERYFrom lip fillers to facelifts, the "Instagram Face" trend has shaped how people, especially women, view beauty. Image: cottonbro studio/pexelsIf you’ve ever binge-watched "The Real Housewives" or scrolled through Instagram, you’ve likely seen the influence of cosmetic surgeries. From lip fillers to facelifts, the "Instagram Face" trend has shaped how people, especially women, view beauty.
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1 month ago | 
thestar.co.za | Oluthando Keteyi |Vuyile Madwantsi |Anita Nkonki
Pule Makgale|Published 39 minutes agoOnce a celebrated television personality, Xolani Khumalo rose to national prominence as the charismatic frontman of 'Sizok’thola, a hard-hitting investigative show that spotlighted the scourge of drugs in South African communities. His bold confrontations with suspected dealers made him both a hero to some and a lightning rod of controversy to others.
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1 month ago | 
thestar.co.za | Vuyile Madwantsi |Bernelee Vollmer
MENTAL HEALTHEven when it seems that happiness is an impossible reach, there are practical steps facing each one of us that can gradually pave the way back to joy. Image: Pavel Danilyuk /pexelsWe’ve learned about that sinking feeling where everything that used to light you up now feels ... well, lifeless. Turns out it's more than just “feeling down” or having an off day; it’s that deeper, lingering inability to feel joy or excitement about anything. Experts have a name for it: anhedonia.
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1 month ago | 
thestar.co.za | Vuyile Madwantsi |Oluthando Keteyi |Thami Magubane
WORK-LIFE BALANCEJapan is set to revolutionise its work culture by introducing a four-day work week for government employees in a bid to tackle its population crisis. Image: Arnie Papp /pexelsAs Japan grapples with a demographic crisis characterised by its plummeting birth rates and an ageing population, the government is taking unprecedented steps to reverse these trends.
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1 month ago | 
thestar.co.za | Vuyile Madwantsi |Sandy Rojas
RELATIONSHIPSAccording to science, men with beards may just have an edge when it comes to long-term relationships. Image: Sandy Rojas/pexelsIn the wild world of dating, where ghosting, swiping, and “situationships” have become the norm, finding a partner who’s in it for the long haul can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if one of the clues to spotting a solid long-term partner was right in front of us or, rather, on our face?
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Feb 9, 2025 | 
iol.co.za | Vuyile Madwantsi
South Africans are embracing a cost-effective and transformative fitness journey as gyms evolve and home workouts become more popular, proving that health is truly a lifestyle.
