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Rich culture meets breathtaking landscapes
DESPITE their small size, charming towns around the globe boast rich histories, stunning landscapes, and a warmth often overshadowed by sprawling cities. These hidden gems are perfect getaways, inviting travellers to slow down, immerse themselves in local culture and enjoy heartfelt hospitality.
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November 29, 2025
Saturday Star
Tyla's 'Chanel' closes in on 32 million streams
FROM number 177 to 38, Tyla’s hit single Chanel is quickly climbing up the Spotify Top Songs global chart, reportedly reaching a new peak with 31.93 million streams so far.
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November 29, 2025
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WILL GEN Z BE THE FIRST GENERATION TO RETIRE ON ETFS?
There is a growing possibility that Gen Z could be the first generation to retire primarily using exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This is closely linked to how they interact with technology, information, and financial products.
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November 29, 2025
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Sir Charles Beeferoni and his devoted walker
SIR Charles Beeferoni’s journeys begin with a glacial trek down his driveway and a right turn onto a sidewalk.
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November 29, 2025
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Relaxed Norris raring to go in Qatar after Las Vegas disqualification
LANDO Norris insisted he is feeling calm and composed ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix, where he could claim his first Formula 1 drivers’ world championship title.
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November 29, 2025
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Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze kills at least 12S people
THE death toll from Hong Kong’s worst blaze in decades rose to 128 yesterday, with dozens still missing, as authorities said fire alarms in the residential estate buildings had been malfunctioning.
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November 29, 2025
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A year of perspective, progress and quiet power
IN a year when global athletics continued its renaissance, South Africa’s sprint talisman Akani Simbine walked away from 2025 with something far more valuable than a single medal: perspective.
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November 29, 2025
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PREMIER LEAGUE Liverpool search for answers, Arsenal brace for Chelsea test
HAVE Liverpool reached rock bottom or do they have further to fall as they prepare for a tricky-looking match at West Ham this weekend?
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November 29, 2025
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Launch highlights 15 years of changing lives
THIS year marks 15 years since the Imbumba Foundation was established, helping thousands of young girls from destitution go through their monthly cycles with access to sanitary towels.
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November 29, 2025
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Stellenbosch FC aims for back-to-back wins
TOMORROW, Stellenbosch FC will play Tanzania's Singida Black Stars at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, aiming to build on their recent success in the CAF Confederation Cup.
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November 29, 2025
Saturday Star
The reality behind a 'white squatter camp'
IT ALL began with a random post on a WhatsApp group for donations for a 'white squatter camp'.
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November 29, 2025
Saturday Star
SAPS inquiry reveals confusion over PKTT disbandment
THE SA Police Service (SAPS) divisional commissioner of detective and forensic services, Lieutenant-General Hilda Khosi Senthumule, has revealed her shock at a WhatsApp exchange she had with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
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November 29, 2025
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The quiet struggle of children living with diabetes
BIRTHDAY parties, Halloween festivities, playdates, and rugby games are often the cherished hallmarks of childhood, brimming with laughter and adventure.
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November 29, 2025
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Pretty houses, pretty people, predictable drama: has ‘Selling the OC s4 faded into mediocrity?
NETELIX’S Selling the OC continues to sit in that strange reality TV limbo where everyone is beautiful, slightly unbearable and deeply convinced they’re the moment.
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November 29, 2025
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Death toll in Southeast Asia floods more than 300
DAYS of devastating flooding across Southeast Asia have killed more than 300 people across Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, authorities said yesterday.
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November 29, 2025
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Meet Kenon Walker: the Duck Master
IT'S a job description that reads like a fairytale, yet every morning at precisely 10.30am, the grand lobby of the Peabody Hotel in Memphis is transformed into a theatre.
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November 29, 2025
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IEC prepares for 2026 announcement of elections date
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is ramping up its preparations for the upcoming local government elections, with an anticipated announcement from Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa expected in August next year.
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November 29, 2025
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Replacing self-sabotage with confidence
YOU can be brilliant at your job, trusted by everyone around you and still be the one holding yourself back.
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November 22, 2025
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Ranger XLT double cab is the sweet spot in its range
WHETHER it’s carting garden refuse, moving house, going away for a long weekend or an extended holiday or a black-tie social event, there’s no doubt that we're a bakkie nation as the monthly sales constantly remind us.
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
Review your insurance before going on holiday
AS the end-of-year holidays draw near, it’s a good time to review your short-term insurance policies to be certain that you are adequately protected and correctly insured. You may even consider shopping around for a better deal or, if you have remained claim-free for an extended period, renegotiate your premiums with your current insurer.
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November 22, 2025
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Fatty liver disease: a growing concern in SA and how to combat it
WITH rising rates of obesity and diabetes in South Africa driven by diet, urbanisation, and sedentary lifestyles, fatty liver disease is no longer a “silent” or rare condition.
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November 22, 2025
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Unlock SA’s cultural treasures with authentic township experiences
TOWNSHIPS are often seen as places fraught with challenges, yet they represent a vibrant part of South Africa's cultural and historical tapestry.
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November 22, 2025
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South Africa lays down to end GBV
IN AN impressive display of solidarity and urgency ahead of the G20 Summit, thousands gathered across South Africa to draw attention to the pressing issue of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) in honour of those who lost their lives as a result.
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November 22, 2025
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Siya and Boks speak out against GBV
DECLARING gender-based violence and femicide a national crisis in South Africa is big news for the country, and it is great that it has finally been acknowledged. However, it is now time to turn that acknowledgement into action with a clear plan.
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
Everything you need to know about G20 road closures
A WIDE network of road closures and rolling traffic restrictions will be in place until tomorrow, affecting major highways and urban routes across Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni as South Africa is set to host world leaders for the G20 Summit.
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
Dashing Don adds extra potency to Blitzboks ahead of season opener in Dubai
THE Springbok Sevens squad is set to cause havoc at the 2026 SVNS opener in Dubai next weekend, with the devastating Donavan Don joining Shilton van Wyk and Mfundo Ndhlovu in a dynamic outside back trio.
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November 22, 2025
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Neuro hacks to de-stress
AS the year draws to a close, many South Africans are feeling the weight of accumulated stress and exhaustion in the workplace.
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
CALL FOR ACTION ON GLOBAL INEQUALITIES
Africa must have a fair seat in forum: Guterres
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
'Selena y Los Dinos' reminds us of her brilliance.not just the heartbreak
I'VE always been fascinated by Selena, full name Selena Quintanilla-Pérez.
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November 22, 2025
Saturday Star
Australia’s seven-wicket hero Starc ready to go again
MITCHELL Starc said yesterday he was always confident in his ability to take wickets after bagging seven on the opening day of the first Ashes Test, with more of the same needed to keep Australia alive.
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