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WHEN THE F Word is OK to Use
It is not always socially acceptable to use the F word, but in some cases it is acceptable due to your current situation or events effecting you at the time.
WERNER SAUL in Slovakia
As the plane came in for landing over Bratislava airport, I realised that I am really far away from home, nothing looked even slightly familiar. I thought I was crazy to come here on my own. My South African passport was scrutinized by the immigration police at the airport, which didn’t help to make me feel any more welcome. They even had to make a phone call to find out what the procedure was for South Afri ...
WHY BOTHER TO EXERCISE?
WHY BOTHER TO EXERCISE?Physical activity can prevent many major illnesses. Evidence shows that regular exercise can:• Boost your immunity against those winter colds
• Releases chemicals in your brain to help you fight the winter blues, reduce anxiety, stress and depression and increases confidence
• Helps with body weight control
• Helps balance blood sugar levels to prevent fatigue or control diabetes ...
WHY LEATHER DRESSES Affect Men
Did You Know This About Leather Dresses?
Do you know that when a woman wears a leather dress, a man's heart beats quicker, his throat gets dry, he gets weak in the knees, and he begins to think irratioally???
EVER WONDER WHY?
It's because she smells like a new BAKKIE!
Women Forward
Women Forward is a political party dedicated to advancing the voice of all South African women. It will dedicate its work to giving women more of a say in the direction of our country and the important policies that shape it.
WHERE TO FROM HERE?
Following the recent changes in the visa requirements for South Africans travelling abroad, and deplorable eradication of the Two-year working holiday visa to The United Kingdom, many young South Africans are wondering where to go next. In previous years, hundreds of thousands of South Africans have had the opportunity to explore the world and work in the UK, a trend that become synonymous with many a gradu ...
WHY ZIMBABWE No Good at Conferences
WHY ZIMBABWE No Good at Conferences in Anyway
WHAT DEFINES AFRICAN?
If you where born in Africa and live in Africa are you African?
I found this really interesting documentary over at the beyondidentity blog.
It got me thinking, what exactly defines African? What exactly is it that makes me so passionate about Africa when some might argue that historically I am Greek, not African.
Is it as simple as “If you were born in African and live in Africa then you are African”? I ...
WOULD THE REAL MO LAUDI Please Stand UP
Upon meeting the much hyped Mo Laudi, I’d done my research and knew a thing or two about what he’s been up to... So when I asked him just how big he is as house DJ and African music extraordinaire, he shrugged humbly and said, “I really don’t know, it’s all just happening so fast!” Then he started to laugh as he opened that night’s London Paper to show me a paparazzi photo of Lindsay Lohan outside China Whi ...
WHY ORGANIC MEAT
These days a lot of emphasis is placed on organic foods – it’s not just a hype or a new fad, it’s a serious business and a worthwhile consideration if you care about your health and the welfare of animals.
Factory farmed meat and poultry often contain antibiotics and hormones and when we eat these meats, our body has to process these foreign substances which place a great strain on our immune and digestive ...
WINTER BEAUTY TIPS
Winter is a time to leave the fresh-face, sun-tanned looks behind, and go all-out for a dramatic look.
Here are our top five tips on how to look your best this winter.
1. Statement lips
Boldly coloured lips like those at Ruffian and Ossie Clark are big news this season. Lips should be both mute and nude in colour, or they’re all-out bright. For a seriously uninhibited lip, try chocolate and cherry ...
WHAT HAPPENED TO THE ECONOMIC RECESSION?
With a myriad of new clothing lines being launched in stores this winter by such names a Victoria Beckham and Kate Moss, one wonders what happened to the economic recession. Nevertheless, there is no harm in trying new garments on. Also, now that February is upon us, save those pennies and head off to the high streets! Bring a friend to help you elbow your way through the masses, and don’t forget a bottle o ...
