Womens-interest
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Bosom Buddy
Frustrated by lengthy waiting times for patients who needed mastectomies and the pressure on Groote Schuur Hospital’s breast clinic and oncology unit due to a lack of resources, surgeon Dr Liana Roodt accepted a challenge from her wine club friends to do something about it. And that’s how Project Flamingo started.
6 min |
October 2017
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Let's Do The Hygge
Apparently we can all do with a little ‘hygge’ (pronounced ‘hoogah’) in ourlives… And what better time than winter to embrace this hot Danish lifestyle trend for getting cosy while making the most of life’s simple pleasures?
2 min |
June 2017
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How To Unlock Your Inner Calm
We can’t simply flick a switch and relax, but research shows that we can train our minds to alter the way we think and behave to free ourselves from stress.
5 min |
June 2017
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Nicole Kidman
‘I don’t choose roles that are going to please’The Oscar winner says she has a stoic yet sensitive approach to life – which is probably why she’s tackling the thorny issue of domestic abuse not just on screen in Big Little Lies but also on the ground, as a UN Women’s Goodwill Ambassador.
6 min |
June 2017
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Heart & Mind
From serving as a national planning commissioner in the Presidency to producing South Africa’s first cashmere, Vuyo Mahlati is a multifaceted woman. And while she exhibits an incredibly diverse skill set, her focus has been singular – to drive social change.
6 min |
June 2017
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Health Living
We’re celebrating medical advances right here on South African soil, and share interesting facts about chronic back pain.
2 min |
June 2017
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Good Grief
In her new book, Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy, Sheryl Sandberg talks about becoming a widow at 45, facing a future she’d never imagined and ‘leaning into the suck’.
10+ min |
August 2017
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Sustainable Success
Any entrepreneur that combines their flair for business with a passion for sustainability is worth celebrating – we’re saluting three who have created successful enterprises based on the art of recycling.
4 min |
August 2017
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10 Gorgeous Holidays You Really Can Afford(even on the rand!)
Has the travel bug bitten? We’ve rounded up a list of rand-friendly destinations – international and regional – that can still come in at under R20 000 per person.
6 min |
August 2017
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7 Things To Stop Doing Right Now!
No, we’re not talking about procrastinating,eating junk food or wasting time watching reruns on TV – we’re talking about the things you’re doing because you think you should.
7 min |
August 2017
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I Sailed Across The South Atlantic In A Gruelling Ocean Challenge
With little previous sailing experience, Colleen Carstens participated in the 2015-16 Clipper Round the World Race, the world’s toughest ocean racing challenge. It was, she says, the experience of a lifetime.
4 min |
August 2017
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Speaking Truth To Power
Thuli Madonsela became a household name for holding government to account, without fear or favour, during her seven-year tenure as Public Protector. We chatted to Thandeka Gqubule about writing the recently published biography, No Longer Whispering to Power.
7 min |
August 2017
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Magical Safari
Umzolozolo, a magnificent safari lodge in the Nambiti Private Game Reserve, set the spectacular scene for our fashion feature this month.
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November 2017
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Ask The Doc
Specialist surgeon and lecturer Dr Sarah Rayne answers your questions on menstrual concerns, acne and dizziness.
3 min |
November 2017
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What If You Lose Your Job?
No one wants to think about the possibility of being retrenched or of losing their job in any way – basically, of the cash flow drying up. But what if it does?
2 min |
November 2017
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Reclaiming Her Space
Jennifer Aniston is tired of being told how to make a happy life, so she's created her own narrative.
5 min |
November 2017
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I Am A Ballerina
When Christa Calitz had a serious accident that ended her dream of becoming a professional dancer, she nearly lost her will to live. It took her 20 years to get back on her feet.
6 min |
November 2017
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The Science Of Moving Forward
Scientist Ndoni Mcunu plans on getting more women into the lab – and South Africa on the map.
5 min |
June 2018
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Setting A New Course
Learning to be independent is especially difficult for kids who have spent their lives in care. SAYes Mentoring bridges that gap in a way that benefits both mentee and mentor.
6 min |
March 2018
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Meeting Maria
She’s gone from playing the eldest Von Trapp child in The Sound of Music to the coveted role of everyone’s favourite singing nun, Maria. We catch up with singer, dancer and actress Carmen Pretorius.
6 min |
May 2018
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The Wakanda Warrior!
If you’re not yet familiar with Kenyan breakout star Lupita Nyong’o, that’s about to change.
6 min |
May 2018
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Earphones & Earbuds
Listening to music at work, the gym or on the move? We test a variety of options.
1 min |
May 2018
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What's In Her Vanity?
She’s been in the beauty game for more than 20 years – so we couldn’t wait to rifle through Sylvie Hurford’s gotta-have products.
1 min |
May 2018
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When The Money Suddenly Stops
What would happen to your finances if your partner unexpectedly became incapacitated? When her parents found themselves in such a position, Lisa realised it was a question we all need to ask ourselves.
5 min |
May 2018
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Healthy Living
How drinking water (and a touch of alcohol) can keep you smarter for longer.
1 min |
May 2018
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Leather Luxe
A beautifully crafted leather bag can last a lifetime, and South African leatherwork is world class. We spoke to two women in the bag biz who produce the ultimate in arm candy.
2 min |
May 2018
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The Creative Benefits Of Boredom
Bored stiff. Bored to tears. Bored out of your mind. Bored to death. The idioms relating to boredom tell quite a story. Needless to say, being bored is generally seen as a state that should be avoided at all costs. But actually, a good bout of boredom can help ignite your creativity.
9 min |
May 2018
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'Writing Saved My Life'
Sally Partridge tells us how she went from working as a receptionist at a factory to being an award-winning author, why she loves writing for and about teens, and why you should never set aside your dreams for someone else.
8 min |
May 2018
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Linger (ie) Longer
Getting the foundation layer right can make all the difference to your outfit – and your confidence. Meet two entrepreneurs who are offering a new approach to lingerie.
2 min |
February 2018
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Stranger Things
People collect the oddest things, don’t they? We persuaded the proud owners of these beautiful, original collections to share them with us.
2 min |