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A-LISTERS
But not a single minister turned up to pay tribute to these awe-inspiring women
NDUMISO NGCOBO
From spilled milk to car crashes, the upside of negative foresight, writes Ndumiso Ngcobo
Charlize Theron to receive Icon Award at Academy gala
Accolade to be presented at star-studded gala to her, Colman Domingo and John Carpenter
HOT LUNCH
Paul Modjadji is a dancer, filmmaker, and creative director whose career bridges continents and artistic disci…
Terry Crews goes viral for drawing hyper-realistic portrait of Simon Cowell
Terry Crews stunned fans by drawing a hyper-realistic portrait of Simon Cowell, reminding millions that he was…
LAST WORD | Dolly Parton: the saint and the singer
Last Word: Weekly column about global social or cultural issues
The women who made South Africa sing
The women of Gallo whose voices defined the South African music landscape.
WHAT’S ON
Your guide to what's on this week (August 31-September 6)
When silence becomes crisis: mental health’s moment of reckoning
Mental health is emerging as one of the most significant shifts in South African healthcare demand — and it is…
Living longer, living sicker: The health gap facing women
Research by the World Economic Forum shows women spend roughly 25% more of their lives in poor health than men…
STAYING IN
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Joy Watson Women’s Month: Going off script
In honour of Women’s Month, we speak to feminist researcher and writer Joy Watson after the publication of ‘Be…
Art of the ordinary
Kelebogile Marope, the first Botswana artist to win the FNB Art Prize, finds history not in monuments or grand…
YOUR WEEKLY STARS
Stars: August 31 to September 6.
REVIEW | ‘Spa Weekend’ misses the spot in its mommy-porn adventures
Anna Faris and Leslie Mann lead an exceptional cast but is the story worth the laughs?
The cost of workplace stress ― and why employers are starting to notice
South African employees face some of the highest workplace stress levels globally, with chronic stress — drive…
Track weapon in disguise
The 4.0l engine is one part of the GT3 story.
‘Dark Matter’, ‘Backrooms’ and more
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The 2026 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is a track weapon in disguise
The 4.0l engine is one part of the GT3 story.
From opera dreams to pesto success: Kathleen Quillinan’s 26-year Pesto Princess journey
Kathleen Quillinan never set out to build a food empire. Her original dream was to become an opera singer. But…
10 Unnecessary things you should stop keeping in your home
If your cupboards, drawers and storage spaces are packed with things you rarely use, it may be time for a clea…
Gareth Cliff weighs in after claims equity laws cost SA R290 billion annually
Gareth Cliff critiques the ANC's racial laws costing South Africa billions, sparking debate on governance. Mza…
Oscar Mbo promises Shabbawama2k a car if he wins SASMA Award
Oscar Mbo's bold car promise to Shabbawama2k during a video call stirs excitement ahead of the SASMA Awards wh…
Rita Ora and Taika Waititi spotted in Cape Town after Kruger safari
Rita Ora and Taika Waititi charm staff at Mami Wata in Cape Town after a safari in Kruger National Park, showc…