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True Love
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Mbali SogaCOPY EDITOR: Matshidiso NkokouPROOFREADER: Kirsten JacobsFOOD EDITOR: Tumelo Sebopa-Mushi FASHION & BEAUTY FASHION EDITOR: Tsakane NdlovuCONTRIBUTING BEAUTY EDITOR: Palesa Vilakazi ART CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Sihle MadlalaRETO
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101 Investment
Are you a first-time investor or do you want to know how to start investing? Embarking on your journey might seem like a daunting task, especially if you’re new to the world of finance. So, here are five easy steps to follow: 1. Set aside a manageabl
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Lifestyle NEWS
There’s a new IT place for sophisticated palates at Tshwane’s biggest entertainment hub. Time Square will open Luminary on 12th, a fine-dining restaurant, as 2024 kicks off. It will be headed by executive Chef Adrian Vaughan and his team, who have cr
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The MAHOSANAS HE LIKED IT and PUT A RING ON IT
Trying to secure a renowned star, not only for a cover shoot but also an interview, is no child’s play. Now, imagine trying to make two of them available in one day! Luckily, TRUELOVE managed to book the much-loved or rather talked about celebrity co
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5 “I Am Truly Living My Purpose”
Aftergraduatinginmusicaltheatre,Ididtwointernational shows in The Netherlands before returning to South Africa in 2010. I was invited back for another show and I came back home in 2011, when I started working on popular soapie Rhythm City, which I wa
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Mean Business
B*tchy behaviour, as plenty of us have learnt the hard way, doesn’t just evaporate once we graduate from high school. Offices can be a hotbed of backstabbing and cunning cruelty. In fact, a recent South African study showed that 31,1% of the survey s
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Beauty News
Introducing Lamelle’s latest – Luminesce Rich, R1 150. Luminesce Rich is a luxe pigmentation-inhibiting moisturiser that supports skin barrier function. It’s ideal for those with drier skin wanting a more even, radiant-looking complexion and to manag
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A Visionary
Tell us about yourself. Other than being a fashion and interior designer, I’m also the owner of women’s wear brand, Connade. Where does your love for fashion and style stem from? My mother. She always exuded a remarkable sense of style, and I’ve alw
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NAVIGATING THE USED CAR MARKET: A Checklist For Smart Buyers
Making the right choice can seem absolutely daunting, especially when you hear all the horror stories of novices being taken advantage of. Whether you’re a seasoned car enthusiast or first-time buyer, a comprehensive checklist is your best companion
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Suit Up
STYLING ASSISTANT Rhulani Ndlovu MAKE-UP Nthato Mashishi STOCKISTS H&M (0860 690 707) Zara (0800 668 420) Scotch & Soda (011 784 3233) Mr Price (www.mrp.com) Woolworths (www.woolworths.co.za) Foschini (www.bash.com) Lovisa (010 143 0775) Miladys (www
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The Ultimate Guide To PERSONAL BRANDING
Personal branding is essential for anyone who wants to achieve success and fulfilment in their personal and professional lives. It can help you attract more opportunities, build trust and credibility, differentiate yourself from the competition, and
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Healthy Lunch Ideas
Prep time: 30 minsCooking time: 20 minsMakes: 18 meatballs INGREDIENTS: □ 500g beef mince□ 2 spring onions, finely chopped□ ½ cup dried apricots, chopped□ 1cm ginger, grated□ 2 cloves garlic, crushed□ Handful coriander, finely chopped□ Salt and fres
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Boss Up
– Michelle Obama in her best-selling memoir, Becoming ■
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HAIR Rescue
Ever walked out of the hair salon looking snatched, but feeling that tingling on your scalp and just shrugging it off, thinking it will pass? Fast-forward to bedtime and your scalp feels like it’s on fire and you’re about to rip the braids off or fet
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THE GOOD-SLEEP guide
Anyone who has tossed and turned their way through the night, only to wake up to a puffy face and under-eye circles, knows the importance of quality beauty sleep. The concept, however, has only just become enshrined as scientific fact, thanks to rece
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Time To Live
At the beginning of each year wherever you go, you are met with “new year’s resolution this”, “vision board this” and many other countless goal-setting agendas. This year, I’m at a crossroads. I looked at last year’s vision board, and realised that p
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BLACK IS beautiful
CREATIVE DIRECTOR Dicker & Dane @dickeranddane STYLIST Anthony Dane Hinrichsen @antdane STYLIST’S ASSISTANT Lazola Gum Siwundla @lazola_gum HAIR Claudine Nemeth @claudinethequeen HAIR ASSISTANT Kayleigh Puley @baddiexkayleigh MAKE-UP Makaira Dullabh
True Love4 min readDiet & Nutrition
Get HEALTHY with our INDIGENOUS FOODS
Covid-19 and the climate uncertainty we’re living through have made it imperative to eat food that is good for our health and good for the planet. The nutritional and sustainable benefits of our indigenous foods are the primary reason to latch onto t
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STYLE Update
Popular Swedish eyewear brand Chimi has opened its flagship store in Cape Town at 69 Shortmarket Street. With a footprint in Stockholm, Gothenburg and Paris, the brand’s first foray into Africa makes a statement. The space’s design is minimal, yet fu
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Kasi Flavour
Prep time: 15 minsCooking time: 30 minsServes: 4 INGREDIENTS: → 250g chicken giblets, cleaned→ 250g chicken hearts, cleaned→ 250g chicken livers, cleaned→ 4 T sunflower oil→ 1 onion, finely chopped→ 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped→ 2 chillies, finel
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The GREEN LIGHT
Prep time: 25 minsCooking time: 50 minsServes: 4 Call this a power bowl if you like – we just call it super tasty. This deeply satisfying dish has layers of Mexican-inspired flavour. INGREDIENTS: □ 400g brown rice□ 400g sweet potato, cut into wedges
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The Breakfast Club
Prep time: 10 minsCooking time: 45 minsServes: 2-4 INGREDIENTS: ■ 250g bacon rashers■ 500g pork sausages■ 3 T oil■ ½ small onion, finely chopped■ 2 cloves garlic, finely crushed■ 2 red chillies, finely chopped■ 1 can baked beans■ 1 T mixed herbs■ 4
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Is Painful Sex Holding You Back?
Soreness or a burning sensation during sex is a huge turn-off, and over time can start to take a toll on your relationship. But, it’s all too common. Also known as dyspareunia, almost three quarters of women have experienced painful sex at some point
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The Future Of Work
The first industrial revolution began in the 18th century, resulting in mechanisation and enabling access to energy produced by steam engines. Then the 19th century gave us a new source of energy brought to being by gas, oil and electricity, making t
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Chill TIME
This film takes us back 64 years and unveils the back story of Coriolanus Snow (played by Tom Blyth), long before his rise to power as the president of Panem. At 18, he was selected as a mentor for the 10th Hunger Games. But, his excitement dimmed wh
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STEP INTO the SPOTLIGHT
Try a subtle application of lip gloss or balm to add a natural shine. If you prefer a more elaborate look, use small, flat-back crystals or glitter. Apply them strategically to the centre of your lips for a dazzling, dimensional effect. Then add bron
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The Digital Renaissance Starter Pack: Tech Tools For A Fresh Start After 40
In the ever-evolving digital age, the yearning for a new beginning is not just a craving but a remarkable journey. But, where do you start? The contemporary job market is a dynamic arena shaped by the relentless force of technology. It’s not just abo
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The Post-holiday Blues
You’ve lounged by the pool, sipping cocktails. You’ve averaged two naps and stayed up dancing at least once a week. But, now the holiday is over and like your bikini, your happy mood has been packed away. The post-holiday blues have set in. “Many peo
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