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Cape Town Named the Best City in the World

After finishing in second place in 2024, Cape Town claimed the number one spot for 2025 in the British-based company’s rankings. The results were based on opinions from 18,500 people around the world who weighed in on their city as per the seventh Time Out global survey of city-dwellers. The survey’s questions covered everything from food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and overall city vibe... you know us Capetonians, […]

todayJune 24, 2025 8

Interesting Stories

SA Telescope Discovers New Galaxy

SA telescope discovers Inkathazo, a giant galaxy that’s 32 times bigger than Earth’s. Inkathazo is a little different from its cosmic counterparts in several ways. Written by: Jacinta Delhaize  You may not know it, but right now there’s a huge cosmic rave party happening far, far above our heads. The chief partygoers are known as supermassive black holes. These mysterious objects can have masses several million or billion times that […]

todayJune 24, 2025 6

Health and Welfare

Lemon Juice And Your Kidneys

Is lemon water good for kidneys?  You’ve probably heard people say that lemon water is great for detoxing and cleansing the body. Some even claim it can prevent kidney stones and boost kidney function. So - Is Lemon Water Good for Your Kidneys? Yes, for most people, lemon water can be beneficial for kidney health. The citric acid in lemons helps prevent kidney stones, and proper hydration supports overall kidney […]

todayJune 14, 2025 8

Recipes

Comforting Winter Spices

Heleen Meyer’s mantra when it comes to spices is to AVOID shop-bought salty spice mixes and rather opt for salt-free options. Some of these healthier options include curry powder, paprika, ground cumin or cumin seeds, ground coriander or coriander seeds, turmeric, cayenne and ground or even fresh ginger and chillies. Just think of the combination of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, all spice and a hint of chilli in a tomato bredie […]

todayJune 6, 2025 16

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Interview: Ryan Stamrood

Joining us is Ryan Stramrood—South African extreme swimmer, mental endurance expert, and motivational powerhouse. From the icy waters of Antarctica to the brutal currents of the English Channel, Ryan has pushed the boundaries of human performance in some of the harshest environments on Earth.

todayJune 4, 2025 15

Recipes

Hearty Barley Soup with Sausages and Sour Cream

This soup recipe by Heleen Meyer is a winter winner! Why? Because it’s a filling meal-in-one that will warm you up on a cold winter’s night. The barley thickens the soup and gives it a lovely creaminess. Remember that barley is a grain containing quite a bit of starch, which makes the soup extra filling. No bread is needed with this hearty soup, but that’s a matter of preference.  Heleen […]

todayJune 1, 2025 13

Recipes

Make it Mexican

Flamboyant family food! Mexican food is a vibrant celebration of textures, bold flavours and bright colours. It’s the kind of food that brings family and friends together, sharing all the lovely aromas. Mexican food is typically served in an array of plates and bowls perfect for everyone around the table to share and help themselves. This recipe perfectly captures this warm style of eating with the variety of accompaniments used. […]

todayMay 30, 2025 17

Health and Welfare

What Your Blood Type Says About Your Health

Do you know your blood type? There’s a good chance that you don’t. There are compelling health reasons why you should know, especially when it comes to your heart. Research suggests that people with certain blood types — namely A and B — are at higher risk of developing blood clots and having attacks and strokes. “We think about blood type a lot when we think about transfusions,” says Robert […]

todayMay 30, 2025 6

Recipes

Upside Down Onion Tart

This upside-down tart always looks impressive and is not difficult to make. The homemade pastry is less delicate compared to some other shortcrust pastries, so not much can go wrong. The last step in the method may look a bit strange, but remember, it is an upside-down tart, so it needs to be turned over. Just read the recipe carefully to follow the instructions. Caramelised onion & pecorino tart So, […]

todayMay 21, 2025 15

Health and Welfare

Another View on Processed Foods

Written by Alison Gwinn Not all processed foods are alike. Not all fall into the “junk food” category.  According to the Department of Agriculture, (USA) processed foods are any raw agricultural commodities that have been altered from their original state. That can include cutting, drying, freezing, pasteurising or packaging.  The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics places these foods on a continuum, says Nancy Farrell Allen, an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics […]

todayMay 21, 2025 10

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