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Reborn dolls spark debate about motherhood, identity
DREAM DOLLS
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June 07, 2025
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Why financial regulation is necessary
WORDS ON WEALTH
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June 07, 2025
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'Trump let me know if you need any break-up advice'
BREAKUPS can be catastrophic, and when they happen on a global stage, they morph from private heartbreaks into public spectacles.
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June 07, 2025
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Ominous warning from Israel as Freedom Flotilla approaches Gaza
PALESTINIAN rights advocates aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla issued a distress signal Wednesday, saying drones “repeatedly” hovered over the ship as it carried humanitarian aid for starving people in Gaza.
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June 07, 2025
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Chiefs join the European off-season tour wagon
KAIZER Chiefs on Thursday confirmed they will be heading to the Netherlands for their pre-season preparations next month.
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June 07, 2025
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Qolo embraces Springbok Women’s leadership role ahead of Africa Cup
SPRINGBOK Women's skipper Anathi Qolo said being handed the armband for the 2025 Rugby Women's Africa Cup in Madagascar helped unlock hidden leadership potential.
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June 07, 2025
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Prince Kaybee reveals battle with serious amnesia
'I'm scared I'll miss life opportunities'
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June 07, 2025
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Interview questions that cement executive candidacy
INTERVIEWS can be nerve-wracking - even, and perhaps especially for executive leadership roles. While having strong answers is key, the questions you ask can be just as powerful in positioning you as the ideal solution for the hiring company's needs.
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June 07, 2025
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The dance sensation uniting the world
AT A STUDIO in central Johannesburg, dancers from various countries moved together to the rhythm of South Africa's amapiano sound that is taking social media by storm.
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June 07, 2025
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Steyn favoured to win the Comrades Marathon, men's race remains unpredictable
GERDA Steyn's status as a firm favourite to win the women's race in tomorrow's Comrades Marathon is a given.
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June 07, 2025
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Bulls, Sharks to serve another epic at Loftus
A BULLS v Sharks knockout/playoff clash will always be one for the ages and the United Rugby Championship semi-final between the two at Loftus Versfeld today at 6.15pm, is sure serve another epic storyline.
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June 07, 2025
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Chase the sun to Europe's most exciting island getaways
AS WINTER blankets South Africa in its cold embrace, many sun-thirsty South Africans find solace in dreaming of vibrant summer days gone by.
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June 07, 2025
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Key lessons for trustees from the Sars tax case
HISTORICALLY, trusts’ financials, if they were prepared, did not receive the attention they deserved from trustees.
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June 07, 2025
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MEC prepares for weather challenges during Marathon
THE KwaZulu-Natal Co-operative Governance & Traditional Affairs (Cogta) MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has confirmed that the province is ready to deal with the cold front this weekend which will affect the 98th Comrades Marathon.
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June 07, 2025
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Afrika Tikkun demands action as child violence crisis deepens
IN A country where children and young people are far too often victims of unspeakable violence, Afrika Tikkun, a leading non-profit organisation, is calling on every South African to take a stand during Child Protection Week 2025, under the urgent and timely theme: \"Every Conversation Matters.
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June 07, 2025
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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reunite in 'The Rip'
NEARLY 30 years after their break-through movie, Goodwill Hunting, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck will be sharing the screen in their upcoming crime thriller, The Rip.
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June 07, 2025
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Why a couple chose a vegan wedding — despite not being vegan
WEDDINGS are often a reflection of the couple's personality and values, but what happens when a guest takes control of the menu?
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June 07, 2025
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Athletes, investors embrace doping for profit
PERFORMANCE-ENHANCING drugs destroy the bodies, minds and reputations of athletes. Nonetheless, a group of investors, including Peter Thiel and Donald Trump jr, see a business opportunity. They recently announced the first edition of the Enhanced Games a kind of doping Olympics in which athletes are allowed and even encouraged to take performance-enhancing drugs - will be held in Las Vegas next May.
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June 07, 2025
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Bulls, Sharks clash in epic URC showdown
THE scene is set for a spectacular second-last round of the United Rugby Championship (URC) and at least one South African team will again contest the final this year.
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June 07, 2025
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Taylor, Shepherd dish on sisterhood, social struggles in 'Straw'
EARLIER this week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Teyana Taylor and Sherri Shepherd, who are part of the principal cast of Tyler Perry’s thriller, Straw.
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June 07, 2025
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Boland headache for Australia ahead of WTC final
AUSTRALIA pacer Scott Boland, who is finally \"pain-free\" for the first time in 18 months, is determined to give selectors a tough decision as he pushes for a place in the World Test Championship final next week, ahead of Josh Hazlewood.
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June 07, 2025
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Eyes, skin, and blood: inside SA's well-known ritual murder cases
1. LUKHONA FOSE (2025) In June 2025, 14-year-old Lukhona Fose's mutilated body was discovered in Roodepoort. The South African Police Service's Occult-Related Crimes Unit was called in to investigate, as her genitalia had been removed. Authorities are considering whether the crime was motivated by hatred or linked to ritualistic practices.
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June 07, 2025
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Are TikTok's #MentalHealthTips misleading? Experts speak out
SOCIAL media has become a lifeline for many seeking mental health support, with platforms like TikTok offering a space where users share personal stories, coping tips, and advice.
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June 07, 2025
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Goosen's return crucial for URC playoffs
JOHAN Goosen trained like he hasn't been away and that is one of the reasons why Jake White included him in the Bulls' starting team for the United Rugby Championship (URC) semi-final against the Sharks at Loftus Versfeld.
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June 07, 2025
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HOW FINANCIAL STRESS IMPACTS COGNITIVE FUNCTION AND THE ROLE OF EDUCATION
A lack of financial health isn’t just a personal problem — it’s a societal crisis, trapping people in poverty, deepening inequality, and even impairing their ability to think clearly.
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June 07, 2025
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Cheeky condom from the 1800s steals the show
IT'S an illustration that would be racy even by today's standards: A nun points her finger at a trio of clergymen, who raise their robes to reveal their aroused state.
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June 07, 2025
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Financial tips for UK expats moving back to SA
SOUTH Africa faces many challenges, but a clear trend is emerging of expats returning home. Stats SA’s Migration Profile Report for South Africa, released last year, shows that since 2000, the number of SAs in the UK has grown from 136,720 to 247,336. But in a move that some have dubbed “reverse emigration”, many are heading back.
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June 07, 2025
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Markets wobble as Trump-Xi talks offset by Musk row
MARKETS stuttered on yesterday as optimism from “very positive” talks between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping was wiped out by the stunning public row between the US leader and Elon Musk.
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June 07, 2025
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Treverton Grade 9 student excels in first show of the year
JULIA Reynolds, a Grade 9 Treverton College student, is part of the KZN Western Riding Club which kicked off with their first show for 2025, The “Giants Classic.”
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June 07, 2025
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How to prevent delays in winding up your estate
DELAYS in winding up an estate can create unnecessary hardship for grieving families, and while the Master's Office is often blamed for backlogs, the root cause frequently lies in poor or incomplete estate planning. Ensuring your estate is structured and documented properly can go a long way in easing the burden on your loved ones during an emotionally taxing time.
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