“Hey, would you like to test a Mustang for three months?” the Ford public relations officer casually enquired during a phone conversation. Did they really need to ask? A few weeks later we took delivery of a Lucid Red 5.0 GT Coupe, which forms the st

The 2024 Met Gala was a feast for the eyes at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Widely regarded as fashion’s biggest night out, the annual fund-raising gala, known as the Met Ball, sees celebrities, designers and high-profile figures creati

Tired of cleaning up loads of muffin pans? Food vlogger Nagi (recipetineats.com) has a solution. This is a zucchini-loaded savoury cheese muffin in slab form, a handy big-batch recipe to serve lots of people without fussing with muffin tins (pain to

CELUXOLO Dlamini could not afford to travel to this week’s capping ceremony to receive his Master’s degree cum laude in Environmental Science. But the 23-year-old is driven by determination and has already registered at UKZN to do his PhD, which he a

Who’d want to be an American? Voters in the world’s most powerful country may have to decide in six months’ time between a sometimes forgetful 81-year-old, a man who allegedly told porn star Stormy Daniels that she reminded him of his daughter Ivanka

Internationally recognised South African thriller, Face Deep, due to be released in cinemas later this month, promises a gripping story that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. Directed by visionary film-maker Vuyani Bila and produced by M

High winds and heavy rain, estimated to be about 300mm, swept through the South Coast tourist town of Margate on Sunday, April 14, causing flash floods that left five people dead and damaged businesses and infrastructure. Speaking to sister title the

From movies to TV as well as fashion and beauty, Zendaya is currently one of Hollywood’s leading ladies. The award-winning actress has so far this year alone, had leading roles in Dune: Part Two and Challengers. She will also feature in the sci-fi dr

Joita’s Where: Shop 52, Lighthouse Road, uMhlanga Call: 031 561 3577 Open: Monday to Saturday, noon to 9pm Our little lunch club took advantage of a beautiful midweek public holiday to try a new spot called the Pasta Factory in uMhlanga. It would app

Before it was forced to close because of its “intolerable” treatment of animals, the Islamabad Zoo was home to neglected elephants and underfed lions pacing back and forth behind the bars of their enclosures. Now, four years later, it is a rehabilita

DIESEL cars may be dying but it’s still good to see that manufacturers, especially in the South African market, are still providing us with that option. We have that in the Mercedes- Benz 300d GLC Coupe or to give the car we had on test its full nam

With 240 prisons in South Africa, the Electoral Commission of SA (IEC), and Departments of Correctional Services and Home Affairs have to ensure that each prisoner who is eligible to vote has a valid identity document. Prison rights activist Golden M

It is natural to feel apprehensive about the responsibilities that come with parenthood – the financial obligations, the emotional and practical support, and the lifelong commitment. And parenting takes many forms. In my case I became a father for t

AMAZULU coach Pablo Franco believes the magnitude and historical significance of clubs goes out the window when they step onto the field ahead of their match against Kaizer Chiefs. Usuthu will welcome Amakhosi to the Moses Mabhida Stadium tomorrow in

THE Springbok Women’s team deserves the attention of the rugby public this Sunday when they play Madagascar in the final match of the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup at Stade Makis in Antananarivo. At stake is a passage into next year’s Rugby World Cup as w

KATELYN Johnson’s mother was diagnosed with cancer during her PhD studies and, being the only child of a single parent, she had to take care of her mom. However, it did not derail her ambitions and this week she graduated with a doctorate in civil e

Blue whales are fascinating animals. At 24-30 metres in length, they are the largest creatures on Earth. They are also among the rarest. Estimates suggest that there are only between 5 000 and 15 000 blue whales left in the world. Their populations e

South African entertainment power couple Salamina and Howza Mosese have been in the spotlight individually for many projects during their illustrious careers. But for the very first time, they have decided to work together as a married duo on the loc

JOSE Riveiro might have put all his eggs in one basket for the clash against Richards Bay tonight, but he’s also mapped out his team’s targets for the rest of the season. Orlando Pirates have arguably been the best team in the land in domestic footba

MANCHESTER United’s owners understand that numerous injuries have contributed to the club’s poor season, coach Erik ten Hag said yesterday, as British media reports continue to speculate about the Dutchman’s future at Old Trafford. Ten Hag’s team hav

THE question of the “right time” for kids to start using social media is complex and parents’ struggles are genuine and multifaceted. This is fuelled by concerns over safety, privacy, mental health and the overall impact of social media on a child’s