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Mr Ludd and the AI Revolution

Many years ago, in a land far, far away, there was a man with the efficiently spelt name, Ned Ludd. At a moment of great industrial change, he was able to lead people who felt that they were going to be on the losing end of a massive transformation. I’ve always felt that he was a bit ridiculous. You can’t stop progress and if you stand up in the wrong […]

todayDecember 1, 2025 6

Recipes

Perfect Summer Food

Making the most of what’s in season, is one of Heleen Meyer’s mottos for healthy cooking and eating. This recipe is a great example of just that. This salad is a meal in one and so elegant and flavourful – just what you need when you want to make something special for family or friends. Strawberries in your salad? These juicy little fruits with their almost floral aroma, are synonymous […]

todayDecember 1, 2025 4

Interesting Stories

Tribute to Dr Jane Goodall

The primatologist-turned-conservationist died of natural causes while in California on a speaking tour, the Jane Goodall Institute said in a social media post. Scientist and global activist Jane Goodall, who turned her childhood love of primates into a lifelong quest to protect the environment, has died at the age of 91, the institute she founded said on Wednesday. Goodall died of natural causes while in California on a speaking tour, […]

todayNovember 23, 2025 7

Recipes

Cookies for the Holidays

Baking a batch of cookies is synonymous with the end of year festivities and summer holidays. Just imagine the aroma of sweet spices filling your kitchen and the smiles on the faces of your family and friends when you treat them with these delicious cookies. One recipe – many ways Heleen Meyer shares her spiced cookie recipe with us and it’s really easy to make. She says you can get […]

todayNovember 23, 2025 5

Health and Welfare

Artificial Sweeteners – Good or Bad?

A new study has linked several artificial sweeteners to a decline in cognition. Low-calorie sweeteners and sugar substitutes such as aspartame, saccharin, and xylitol have been used since the early 1900s. Past studies show there may be potential health risks including cognitive issues, to using sugar substitutes. A new study provides more evidence suggesting a correlation between sugar substitute use and cognitive decline. Low-calorie sweeteners and sugar substitutes have been […]

todayNovember 17, 2025 10

Health and Welfare

Why is it Wise to Eat Seasonal?

In today’s modern world, as consumers we are used to supermarkets having a wide range of fruit and vegetables on shelf throughout the year. On the one hand, many of these are imported and not necessarily in season in our country at that time. So read the label, to make sure it’s grown in South Africa. The other side of the coin is that agricultural developments and farming practices are […]

todayNovember 14, 2025 15

Interesting Stories

Art Theft Grows Apace

CRIMINALS HAVE A NEW TARGET IN SOUTH AFRICA – AND THEY’RE LOOKING FOR HOMES THAT HAVE THEM South Africans are being warned that criminals are increasingly targeting homes, galleries and institutions for valuable artworks. What used to be rare has now become more frequent, with thieves carrying out both planned heists and opportunistic break-ins. This is according to Gail Bosch, Product Head at iTOO Artinsure, who noted that art crime […]

todayNovember 11, 2025 9

Recipes

Perfect Summer Drink!

Pour your guests an appetising and ice-cold mocktail this summer. Just look at the vibrant colour of this sparkling and cooling drink by Heleen Meyer. It’s quite unique, flavourful and so easy to prepare! You will never guess what she does to prepare this drink … The drink is mixed in a jam or preserve jar – such a clever way to add some sweetness to the drink, and to […]

todayNovember 7, 2025 7

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Interview: Naudhad Khan on the launch of “Cape Town This Month”

Welcome to Styleskoops, where we celebrate the vibrant culture, lifestyle, and stories that shape our world. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with veteran media entrepreneur Naushad Khan, who recently launched an exciting new digital platform, Cape Town This Month. Naushad shares with us his inspiration behind this stunning project, the collaboration with Bahrain’s Red House Marketing, and what this means for Cape Town’s tourism and cultural landscape. Stay […]

todayNovember 6, 2025 7

Health and Welfare

Contraversial Coffee – How many Cups a Day are Beneficial?

3-5 cups of coffee a day - linked to longer life, lower diabetes risk  A recent review gives an overview of coffee’s health benefits, considering the most recent data. For most, moderate coffee intake offers health benefits, including decreased mortality and decreased risk for some diseases like cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. There are still factors to consider, such as caffeine intake during pregnancy and decaffeinated drink. More research […]

todayNovember 3, 2025 11

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