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Rekindling cultural identity: lessons from Purtassi
NOW that the sacred month of Purtassi has drawn to a close, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all who observed this period of fasting, penance, and abstinence.
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October 22, 2025
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Why Bok coach Erasmus loves himself a ‘Shohei Ohtani’
BASEBALL is one of many American sporting codes that requires specialists in each position rather than players who can fulfil multiple roles.
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October 22, 2025
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Cultivating egos or creative public recognition
THERE is a growing trend of establishing nonprofit organisations with the aim to utilise these organisations as vehicles to uplift society.
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October 22, 2025
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'Go back to India': the cry of ignorance in a nation that should know better
“WE ARE ALREADY HOME’
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October 22, 2025
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Life lessons all women should learn in their twenties
YOUR twenties can feel like a beautiful contradiction — a decade of freedom and confusion, excitement and uncertainty, discovery and heartbreak. It’s the time when the world seems vast and intimidating, and when every decision feels like it could alter the course of your life. But if you look closely, this is also the decade where you quietly begin shaping the woman you will become.
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October 22, 2025
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Durban magistrate reveals daily struggles and safety concerns
“WE NEED CHANGE’
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October 22, 2025
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Tragic death at Verulam government facility was unavoidable
Verulam Clinic.
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October 22, 2025
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Nathi Mthethwa death must never be in vain
ON SEPTEMBER 30, South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa plunged to his death from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Regency in Paris.
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October 22, 2025
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Zulu King Misizulu calls for unity following legal victory
FOLLOWING the death of Zulu monarch King Goodwill Zwelithini, one of his sons Prince Misizulu ascended the throne.
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October 22, 2025
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Preity ‘third-wheeled’ between Bobby and wife on their honeymoon
ACTRESS Preity Zinta and actor Bobby Deol’s friendship continues to shine even after three decades, and their recent reunion at designer Manish Malhotra’s Diwali bash turned out to be a heartfelt trip down memory lane.
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October 22, 2025
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Mountain man (80) seeks support for final Kilimanjaro climb
AT 80 years old, Bobby Sewpersad has already climbed Mount Kilimanjaro twice, but now needs community support to achieve his final summit of Africa's tallest peak.
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October 22, 2025
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Romcom intertwines tradition and modernity
VARUN Dhawan and Jahnvi Kapoor return in this movie after their previous outing together in Bawaal two years ago, with a different romcom theme this time than the somewhat violent love story of their previous film.
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October 15, 2025
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The heat is on: Big bites, calm seas, and coastal chaos!
THE KingFisher's Scratch & Win Event is officially up and running, and anglers across KwaZulu-Natal are already diving into the action.
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October 15, 2025
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Arctic Wizard can leave them cold
ALISTAIR COHEN
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October 15, 2025
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When sport meets politics between India and Pakistan
SO, THE Indian cricket team refused to shake hands with the Pakistan team, even after winning the invisible trophies?
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October 15, 2025
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Diwali - an opportunity for introspection and lighting up the lives of others
THERE are many religious reasons for celebrating Diwali, also known as Deepavali, the most well-known of which include the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya from exile, Lord Krishna's victory over the demon King Narakasura, and the return of the five Pandava brothers to Hastinapura from exile.
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October 15, 2025
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Surya loses weight to play hardcore action hero
PIERCING STARE
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October 15, 2025
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Gambhir's blunt take on Rohit-Kohli's ODI future
HEAD coach Gautam Gambhir gave his blunt reply when asked about the ODI future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma with the ODI World Cup 2027 in mind, saying it is important for the team to stay in the present.
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October 15, 2025
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Essential stretches to prevent back injuries in golf
THIS past week we saw a back injury of David Brown on the DP World Tour deny him a victory despite him coming ever so close. We focus on some tips to get you stretching before you tee it up.
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October 15, 2025
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Potters celebrate a 'bright' Diwali as business booms
CLAY LAMPS
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October 15, 2025
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Chinmaya Mission's Swami Abhedananda: 'every day can be Diwali'
AS DIWALI approaches, the Swami Abhedananda of Chinmaya Mission South Africa shares profound insights on the festival's true spiritual essence, highlighting how the Mission's “Nourish to Flourish” initiative exemplifies Diwali’s principles of inner light and selfless service.
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October 15, 2025
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Let’s reframe Diwali for all South Africans
WE ALL know the classic children’s story of Goldilocks and The Bears.
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October 15, 2025
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‘The light within’
“WE WANT temples wherein to worship. We should like the government to establish a Coolie location, and let us build a shrine there. They will nominate the holidays when the temple is built, as the law of the Colony allows. Whatever ceremonies are fixed, the free Coolies would celebrate the feast ... and the assigned Coolies would take leave to attend for those three days (annual leave).”
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October 15, 2025
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A delightful blend of ambition and heritage
EMOTIONAL TUG-OF-WAR
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October 15, 2025
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Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s claims expose the rot in our leadership
IF KWAZULU-NATAL police commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s claims and the Zondo Commission of Inquiry’s report are anything to go by, South Africa should be declared a crime scene.
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October 15, 2025
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This Diwali, light a lamp for South Africa
NOW more than ever, as the commissions of inquiry lay bare the rot, the graft, the corruption, and betrayal of public trust, South Africa stands at a moral crossroads.
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October 15, 2025
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Muthusamy joins elite SA spinners table
SENURAN Muthusamy’s brilliant performance in the first Test against Pakistan in Lahore saw the left-arm spinner join an elite list of South African spin bowlers.
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October 15, 2025
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Celebrating Deepavali: traditions, meanings and a call for recognition
TO MILLIONS of people throughout the world, Deepavali commemorates the return of Prince Rama, Lady Sita and Lakshmana to Ayodhya in India, after 14 years of exile in the forest, while others celebrate the defeat of the demonic King Narakasura by Shri Krishna.
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October 15, 2025
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The Global Sumud Flotilla and the South Africans who sailed with it
It seems almost tragically farcical. Fifty small boats plagued with constant mechanical issues and crewed by mostly first-time sailors? Trying to take on Israel, the military powerhouse of the region? It was ridiculous. Ridiculous and gloriously brave ... It was the sort of selfless bravery that many people are incapable of understanding. The bravery of people who are fighting for a cause that they know is just. Some people find it easy to laugh at the flotilla, I do not. It was a serious initiative, and it sent a serious message.
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October 15, 2025
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Tragedy at Verulam Labour Department: 60-year-old dies while seeking pension
A 60-YEAR-OLD Phoenix man died while waiting to apply for his pension at the Department of Labour in Verulam, with his family alleging that staff at a nearby government clinic refused to assist despite being just SO metres away.
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