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HEW!!! Trying to keep up with the royal saga over the past two weeks has been mind blowing; thank goodness we have our website, www. peoplemagazine. co.za, to keep you up to date with Meg and Harry’s coming and, well, going...

To be honest, when I first heard about the ‘Megxit’ drama –what with she and Harry deciding to give up their frontline family duties and announcing their plans to move to Canada – I felt anger towards Meghan: we all just love Harry – how could he do this to us?! (Oh, and the queen and the British people, too, I guess.) But then I thought about the pressure they must feel of constantly being in the spotlight, and remembered how Diana, who divorced Charles in 1996, tried to move away from the relentless media attention. She never was able to, and sadly, it eventually killed her.

So now the couple will no longer be known as ‘His and Her Royal Highness’, Harry will be stripped of his military titles and patronages he was awarded after serving two tours in Afghanistan with the British Army, and they will no longer be entitled to public funding from the queen, which means they now have their own financial worries like we do!

While I’m almost sure the main reason for them giving all this up is so little Archie can live as normal a life as possible, time will tell whether it’s a successful gambit.

So, looking at the dramatic events that unfolded over the past few weeks, all I can say is good for you, Megs and Harry, and best of luck.

Take a look at our royal timeline (pages 12 and 13) of everything that went down in the palace.

Enjoy!

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27 ‘What I eat in a day’ 28-29 In the kitchen: Let’s talk veggies part 2 30-32 Drinking yourself to death 33 Can your relationship survive addiction?

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THE CATCH UP IN CASE YOU MISSED IT! JENNIFER LOPEZ is celebrating her long-running relationship with Versace by becoming the face of the label’s new campaign. The superstar has been associated with the Italian fashion house since 2000, when she wore the brand’s plunging jungle print dress to the Grammy Awards, with the iconic red carpet outfit leading to the creation of Google Images. She celebrated the look once again in September last year, when she sported an updated version to close Versace’s catwalk show in Milan.

Now, Jennifer has revealed that she and Versace’s

MEGHAN, DUCHESS OF SUSSEX, has signed a voiceover deal with Disney, with the studio making a donation to an elephant charity in return. According to Britain’s The Times newspaper, a donation will be made to Elephants Without Borders – a conservationist group that focuses on protecting elephants from poachers. The former Suits star reportedly completed the recording before she, husband Prince Harry and baby Archie, eight months, jetted off to Canada for the festive season.

Video footage obtained by the Daily Mail shows the moment that Prince Harry spoke with Disney boss, Bob Iger, about his work for his wife at the royal premiere of The Lion King back in July. The news comes after Meghan and Harry announced their intention to ‘step back’ as senior royals, with the couple fully intending to ‘become financially independent’ after streamlining their role within the institution. They went on to launch their new Sussexroyal.com website, outlining their plans for the future, with the couple intending to split its time between the UK and North America.

chief creative officer, Donatella Versace, are celebrating two decades of their professional relationship by collaborating on the brand’s Spring/Summer 2020 advertising campaign.

“I am so excited I can finally reveal that I am the face of the #VersaceSS20 campaign!” the 50-year-old wrote on Instagram. ”Thank you to @Donatella_Versace and everyone at @Versace for your vision and collaboration.”

In a statement, Jen explained, “To me, Versace represents empowerment and putting something beautiful out into the world. It’s a dream to collaborate with my friend Donatella again on this gorgeous campaign.”

SARAH PAULSON is returning to American Horror Story after sitting out on its last season. The actress appeared in the first eight installments of the hit series, but skipped American Horror Story: 1984 last year – marking the first series without any original cast members. While fans lamented the star’s absence, Sarah told US Weekly during the Television Critics’ Association’s winter press tour that she’ll definitely be back for the upcoming season later this year. However, the star admitted she’s unsure of what her exact role will be – but insisted she’ll be front and centre. The news comes after it was confirmed the show was renewed for at least another three seasons, with series 11, 12 and 13 confirmed.

FELICITY JONES likes to start the day by lighting a candle and working on her yoga poses. The Theory Of Everything actress tries to find at least 10 minutes every morning to do some stretches on a yoga mat to help her feel more prepared for the day ahead. The 36-year-old adds that if she has time after a long day’s work, she will go for a run outdoors, and when her busy filming schedule allows, she will try to carve out some self-care time and have a proper pampering session too.

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HARVEY WEINSTEI court motion denied after the judge overseeing his New York trial for rape and sexual assault refused to continue jury selection in secret. The disgraced producer’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, clashed with Manhattan Supreme Court Justice James Burke over the defence team’s request to hold the next stage of the selection process behind closed doors.

“After we conclude this type of whittling down of the jury pool, we think it’s in both sides’ best interest to do what has been done in other highprofile cases: individual sequestered jury selection,” Aidala explained. He argued potential jurors, who had completed questionnaires about the case, needed to be able to speak freely when quizzed about their answers by attorneys, but insisted that may not happen if the hearings are open to the international media.

“We’re asking in order for citizens to be as honest and forthright as possible to conduct the jury selection in private,” Aidala stated. However, the judge was quick to shoot down the claim, to which prosecutors also objected.

The second phase of jury selection is currently in process.

SHARON OSBOURNE has insisted she was ‘being precocious’ when she claimed she fired an employee after they failed to see the funny side of having to retrieve her paintings from a house fire. During a recent appearance on UK TV show Would I Lie To You?, Sharon revealed she sent the ex-assistant into her burning house to save artwork, before firing him for not laughing with her and rocker husband Ozzy about the incident later. The former America’s Got Talent judge added the man’s arm and hair had caught on fire before she put out the flames by pushing him into a fountain, but she soon hit headlines and was attacked by fans for being a ‘horrible person’ for her purported actions.

However, speaking on her popular show The Talk, the star confessed she embellished the story for the comedy show, urging her critics to ‘get off my back’.

“I told a true story about a fire I had in my house, and I woke up my husband’s assistant. I told him to go in and get the paintings out of the room,” Sharon said. “He went in, he got the paintings out, and then, just be to precocious, I said at the end of this little thing I was doing, ‘Oh, and then I fired him’. It was a joke, because I was on a comedy show, and then it comes out in the papers, this man saved our paintings, then I fired him,” she added.

After setting the record straight, the star quipped, “I fired him about 15 years later.”

BILLY PORTER wanted his tuxedo dress at the 2019 Oscars to ‘play with genders’.

The Pose star graced the red carpet at the annual awards ceremony wearing the show-stopping Christian Siriano design, which featured a traditional tuxedo on the top, but a voluminous ballgown skirt on the bottom. The dress made headlines around the world, but Billy revealed that the now-iconic gown almost didn’t happen, as he was turned away from many designers.

“We had already been coming up against a wall with many designers because I wanted to do this gender-bending, fluid thing. We just got flat-out ‘no’s from a lot of people,” he explained. “It was my idea to do the top and the bottom, playing with genders.”

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ROBERT MUGABE returns to Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) after five years in exile.

MICHAEL JACKSON is burnt during filming for Pepsi commercial.

SELENA GOMEZ has vowed not to make any more ‘overtly sexual’ music videos because she doesn’t want to embarrass her younger sister. The star is no stranger to appearing in racy music videos, such as the one for her 2015 hit Hands To Myself, in which she appeared almost nude, wandered around a house in black underwear, and got steamy with a man on a bed. However, the star said she has no plans to recreate the look after the footage was played at the singer’s iHeartRadio Album Release Party for her new record Rare. Speaking with KIIS FM, Selena admitted she was embarrassed because her six-year-old sister Gracie was in the audience, confessing, “I didn’t know you were going to play the video.

My sister is here... I told my sister I will not be doing videos like that anymore. It’s not really necessary, in my opinion.”

GREY’S ANATOMY star Justin Chambers is walking away from the hit medical drama after 15 years. The actor, known for his role as Dr Alex Karev, last featured in the 350th episode of the show, which aired in the US in November 2019 as part of the current season 16, and he hasn’t filmed any others since. In a statement Chambers explained the reason for his departure, writing, “There’s no good time to say goodbye to a show and character that’s defined so much of my life for the past 15 years. For some time now, however, I have hoped to diversify my acting roles and career choices. And, as I turn 50 and am blessed with my remarkable, supportive wife and five wonderful children, now is that time.” Chambers went on to express his gratitude to Grey’s Anatomy creator Shonda Rhimes, and the series’ three remaining original co-stars.

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GWYNETH PALTROW is taking her lifestyle brand Goop to sea with a new ‘wellness cruise’. The Avengers: Endgame actress has partnered with Celebrity Cruises to ‘bring a day of wellness to sea’, during which fans will be able to enjoy various classes and activities while riding the waves. The cruise will depart from Barcelona, Spain on August 26 and take in destinations in France, the Mediterranean and the Italian Riviera, before returning on September 6. Passengers will get to enjoy sessions with experts on innovative new ideas in the emotional and physical health fields, with the theme of the voyage being overall wellness. She added in a release announcing the partnership that she hopes the cruise will help passengers ‘invoke that adventurous spirit with a series of transformative experiences led by a few of their most-trusted wellness practitioners and healers’. However, the star confessed she is unsure how much time she herself will spend aboard the boat due to scheduling.

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SA president PW Botha offers to free Nelson Mandela if he denounces violence.

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visits New York City.

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JOAQUIN PHOENIX and Martin Sheen have been arrested after taking part in Jane Fonda’s final Fire Drill Fridays climate change protest in Washington, D.C. The Barbarella actress and activist boasted one of the largest crowds to date recently as she staged the last of her events in the nation’s capital, as she prepared to take the weekly march to California.

Phoenix served as one of the guest speakers, encouraging attendees to join him in going vegan in a bid to help save the planet.

Introducing the Joker star to demonstrators, Fonda revealed Phoenix had come ‘of his own volition’ to address fellow activists, after delivering a similar message onstage at the Golden Globe Awards in early January.

Shortly after he took to the podium, police officers warned protesters to disperse or risk arrest, and when Phoenix failed to oblige, he was taken into custody, alongside 79-year-old Sheen, Fonda’s co-star on TV hit Grace And Frankie.

HARRY STYLES once volunteered to keep an eye on a stranger’s dog outside of a restaurant so the man could collect his order. Rory Carroll, who works as a sports correspondent for news agency Reuters, opened up about the incident on a recent Twitter thread, in which people were to share their ‘most awkward or interesting celebrity interaction’. Detailing the incident, which occurred in January 2018, he wrote, “I was outside a restaurant in Hollywood trying to pick up my take out order but couldn’t go in because I was with my puppy. Harry Styles saw my predicament, tapped me on the shoulder and said he could watch Oscar while I went in.” Clearly still overwhelmed by the Lights Up star’s generosity, he added, “What a guy!”

SANDRA BULLOCK had a very stylish Golden Globes date after the designers at Oscar de la Renta made a custom bow for her rescue dog. The Bird Box star attended the Los Angeles ceremony in a strapless ochre gown and took along her pup Sweetie, who wore a large bow made of the same fabric around his neck. The news was announced by representatives for Wagmor Pet Hotel & Spa, the organisation through which Bullock adopted her furry friend, via Instagram, when they shared a snap of Sweetie sitting

by Sandra’s feet and looking up at her owner while wearing the bow. “We love this so much. @oscardelarenta dressed our rescue Sweetie for the #Golden Globes. #Sandra Bullock sent this to us and asked us to post an update,” they wrote, alongside an image of Bullock and Sweetie in the matching attire. The statement also revealed the dog’s horrific past. “To think this sweet girl spent her first three years in a kennel. Her vocal cords were cut with a spoon.

She was shown zero affection. Now look at her,” the animal rescue charity bosses added.

“Sandra looks STUNNING too.”

OPRAH WINFREY has backed out of her role as executive producer on an upcoming documentary about the #MeToo movement after being criticised for her involvement in the project. While the key figures involved in the Apple TV+ project have yet to be announced, it will feature former Def Jam employee Drew Dixon, who told The New York Times in 2017 that entrepreneur and record executive Russell Simmons raped her back in 1995. Media mogul Oprah had been linked to the project for some time, but in a statement to The Hollywood Reporterr she revealed she was withdrawing from the role as ‘it had become clear that the filmmakers and her were not aligned in that creative vision’. She added, “I have decided that I will no longer be executive producer on the untitled Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering documentary and it will not air on Apple TV+,” she said. “I want it to be known that I unequivocally believe and support the women. Their stories deserve to be told and heard.”

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EMILIO ESTEVEZ believes his brother Charlie Sheen’s getting sober has had a positive impact on their family. The St. Elmo’s Fire star has long been known as the strait-laced son of Martin Sheen, with Charlie notorious for his hell-raising until he revealed he was HIV positive in 2015 – after which he vowed to get his life back on track.

Now, in an interview with The Guardian, Emilio revealed that Charlie’s turning his life around has greatly delighted him.

“He’s been clean and sober for almost two years now,” he said. “It’s a huge win for him but also for the whole family.”

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THESES adorable photos show a group of Japanese snow monkeys relaxing in Jigokudani, Hell’s Valley, in Japan. The award-winning pictures were taken by wildlife photographer Johan Siggesson. The Snow Monkeys, also known as Japanese macaques, have become extremely approachable due to the numerous photographers and tourists they see. They travel around in family groups called ‘troops’.

“The monkeys in this area have learnt to come down to have a bath in the hot springs of the valley,” says Siggesson, who adds, “There are often a lot of monkeys found in

FW DE KLERK replaces PW Botha as SA’s National Party leader.

1990: SA president FW de Klerk

promises to free Nelson Mandela and legalise ANC and 60 other political parties.

this area, which has made it a popular tourist destination that attracts people from all over the world. They are often portrayed as docile animals sitting in the hot springs to relax.

They do that and they love it, but they can also be pretty vicious towards each other and many individuals have missing ears due to fights. The ears are often the easiest thing to grab due to the thick fur and is often targeted in fights.”

Some of these photos have won international competitions and been sold as prints – one to an anonymous premier league player.

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ELISABETH MOSS has taken tips from Meryl Streep on how to keep her personal life under the radar. The actress has become one of the most recognisable faces on the small screen thanks to her roles in TV shows such as Mad Men and The Handmaid’s Tale. However, Elisabeth does her utmost to ensure she doesn’t reveal any details about her life outside of work, admitting that stars such as Meryl, Julia Roberts and Holly Hunter inspire her when it comes to staying private. Elisabeth is also good at ‘compartmentalising’, which she thinks helps when it comes to maintaining her privacy.

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DANIEL RADCLIFFE was once offered a cup of coffee while cuddling his dog in New York City by a good Samaritan who mistook him for a homeless person. The Harry Potter star often has to put up with being recognised everywhere he goes, but has opened up about a bizarre experience he had while he was out with his girlfriend Erin Darke.

Daniel has grown a beard recently, and told chat show host Graham Norton that it resulted in his receiving charity ‒ as a passerby thought he was down and out.

“It was very cold, and I had on a hoodie, a fleece and then a big coat over the top.

Because it was so cold, I knelt down to warm the dog and I saw this guy looking at me and then he walked past me. But then he came back and handed me $5 and said, ‘Get yourself a coffee mate’. Apparently, I need to shave more often!”

OLIVIA WILDE prefers to wear low-rise jeans as they allow room for her ‘gut to expand’.

The actress/director has been tapped to front the February 2020 issue of US InStyle magazine, and in an accompanying photoshoot she models a variety of suits and dresses inspired by Hollywood’s Golden Age. However, in an interview held with her Booksmart star, Beanie Feldstein, for the publication, Olivia insisted that she is at her ‘most comfortable’ in classic denim jeans.

“I’m still pretending to be a teenager from the early 2000s,” she said. “My most comfortable state is when I’m wearing low-rise jeans, sneakers, and a sweatshirt. In that, I am unstoppable. And if I’m in a high-waist jean, I can’t let my gut expand.”

When it comes to dressing for the red carpet, Olivia isn’t afraid to opt for a long sequin gown or chic floral number, and she credits her longtime stylist Karla Welch with helping her put together looks that make her feel confident in the spotlight.

SELENA GOMEZ has clarified a comment she sent to Amy Schumer following her IVF reveal after her words of support were misinterpreted online. The Trainwreckk actress appealed to followers for advice about undergoing in-vitro fertilisation in a candid Instagram post when she shared a photo of her bare stomach, with bruise marks from the hormone injections used as part of the medical treatment. In the accompanying caption, Schumer confessed she was feeling ‘really run down and emotional’ after embarking on the lengthy process in a bid to give her eight-month-old son Gene, with her husband Chris Fischer, a sibling.

“If anyone went through it and if you have any advice or wouldn’t mind sharing your experience with me please do. We are freezing my eggs and figuring out what to do to give Gene a sibling,” the comedienne captioned the image of her bruised stomach. Selena was one of her first celebrity friends to comment on the news, writing, “I’m praying for you and Chris. I’m sorry!” Some sensitive critics were quick to jump on the remark, suggesting the singer was ‘sorry’ they had turned to IVF, but Selena quickly returned to Instagram to expand on her short message and make it clear that wasn’t what she had meant at all. “Let me clear that up,” the 27-year-old added. “I said I’m sorry she’s feeling that way. My mom went through the same thing. It’s hard on women’s hearts.”

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WHAT’S home life like now for the future king?

T’S true that the royal family in in the midst of troubled times, with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s announcement that they plan on resigning as ‘senior’ members of the royal family – and becoming selfsufficient as they split their time between Canada and the United Kingdom – ruffling some feathers. But one person who isn’t feeling any of that chaos is Prince George.

Palace insiders tell us that George looked like every other six-year-old child on Christmas morning as he tore into his gifts. It’s important for the family to keep him and his siblings, four-year-old Charlotte and 20-month-old Louis, grounded, so the morning of December 25 saw the future king baking with his 93-year-old great grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and playing games with his young cousins.

“I want George to grow up in a real, living environment,” Prince William once said. “I don’t want him growing up behind palace walls – he has to be out there.”

George is currently a student at the Thomas’s Battersea private school in London but doesn’t get any special treatment there.

“George gets excited learning about wood carving and building a fire,” says an insider. “He’s quite the adventurer.”

The insider reveals that the prince is quite popular in school and has made friends with many of his classmates. In fact, he often has play dates in the palace.

“It is wonderful for them – and their parents – to go to such a beautiful and historic palace and have the run of the place. But it does involve a bit more planning than a normal play date, as everyone visiting the palace has to be security vetted,” the source says, adding, “Kate’s made sure George knows his manners so George is often respectfully quiet in class. But he’s a chatterbox at home. He’s a jolly little person and inquisitive.”

At home, George can usually be found watching Peppa Pig or playing with his siblings.

“He’s a wonderful older brother. He’s so patient when Charlotte gets bossy,” the insider continues.

“He also dotes on Louis and is so generous with his toys.”

While George lives a surprisingly normal life, he certainly reaps the rewards of being born into the royal family. Prince William and Kate often enjoy relaxing vacations at Mustique where, naturally, George joins them; there is an array of celebrity visitors at their Kensington Palace home; and George can easily get his hands on VIP tickets to cheer William’s favourite soccer team, Aston Villa, or his own favourite, Chelsea, in action.

But isiders say that it’s his great granny that George has a really special bond with, and that one-on-one time with Queen Elizabeth is one of his favourite ways to spend the day.

“She talks to him like an adult,” the insider says.

“She loves having him over, and their tea parties are the talk of the palace!”

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The morning of December 25 saw the future king baking with his 93-year-old great grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

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ANY little girls grow up hoping they will one day meet their Prince Charming, live in a castle, and ride on the back of a white stallion. Not Meghan Markle. She was way too busy acting, practising her culinary skills, studying in Madrid and ticking off a laundry list of goals to worry about the chance encounter with a handsome royal suitor. Fast-forward to present day and life is almost unrecognisable for the striking brunette. She is the duchess of Sussex and wife to the duke, Harry. But as of now, they will no longer use their HRH status anymore.

Royal blood pumps differently from that of us mere mortals. It’s expected that you adhere to strict protocols and incredibly high standards. But Meghan, 38, and Harry, 35, aren’t concerned about causing waves.

In fact, they’re set on making their own life together, their own rules, and even their own money. They plan to leave the land of the Angles to settle in Canada and keep a

holiday home in Los Angeles to continue their charitable endeavours.

“I really tried to adopt this British sensibility of a stiff upper life. I really tried, but I think that what that does internally is probably really damaging,” said Meghan. Her hubby agreed: “After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution,” Prince Harry said. “We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent.”

Now ‘step back’ can have several meanings, but Harry didn’t mince his words. In a lengthy Q&A on the couple’s joint website, he and Meg confirmed they would no longer be receiving funding through the Sovereign Grant, including expenses related to shacking up. Now before you hurl the ‘you must be crazy’ comment the couple’s way, there are a few landmark events that catapulted Meg and Harry into making this decision. We take a look at what led to the duo splitting Royal ties:

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AS far as blind dates are concerned, they’re seldom successful. But there is always the exception. Harry and Meg met in London in July 2016 on a blind date ‒ introduced by a mutual friend. Harry was smitten from first glance. He invited Meg to accompany him on a trip to Africa just four weeks later. It wasn’t long before Meg found herself at the centre of a tabloid scandal that not only brought her past acting roles into play, but her race and sketchy family life too. Harry’s communications secretary issued an official public statement, condemning the British press’s torment of his girlfriend.

The statement marked the beginning of the Sussexes’ rising acrimony with the press, and Harry’s personal disappointment that he was not been able to protect Meg against the public backlash.

AFTER dating for more than two years Harry popped the question in November.

Not surprising, the ring was a blinger. Of course, Harry designed it himself – using one diamond sourced from Botswana and two smaller stones from Princess Diana’s collection. Not everyone was over the moon that Harry had finally met the one, least of all those inside the royal castle. A leaked e-mail from the highest level at Buckingham Palace claimed a note was sent to the royal family and courtiers by a member of Queen Elizabeth’s inner circle that read: “Duchess Meghan is a horror! Her insulting behaviour, out-of-control spending, unseemly family ties and defiance make her a liability to the monarchy.” And so the scandals surrounding the couple’s relationship continued.

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THOUSANDS gathered to be part of the couple’s wedding that took place on May 19 at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. Meg wore a dress designed by British trend-stetter Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy.

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IN what was a massive year for the couple, Meg and Harry celebrated the arrival of their first child in May ‒ a baby boy they named Archie.

Meg’s pregnancy had been hard. She was constantly in the press, accused of flaunting her baby bump and touching her stomach excessively – described as ‘virtue signalling’ by some. Just weeks after Archie arrived, the couple began showing signs they may be planning to distance themselves from the monarchy and announced that their son will not have a title, and will instead be referred to as ‘Master’.

They also announced they intended to split from their combined charity with the Royal Foundation, and start their own charity, Sussex Royal. By the end of the year rumours had piled up around Meg. Harry jumped to his wife’s defence, saying, “I’ve seen what happens when someone I love is commoditised to the point that they are no longer treated or seen as a real person. I lost my mother and now I watch my wife falling victim to the same powerful forces.” In December, instead of celebrating Christmas with the royal family, Meg and Harry took a six-week holiday in Canada, away from the drama.

THIS year started with a bang for Meg and Harry. Much to everyone’s shock, they officially announced they were stepping back as senior members of the royal family, and becoming financially independent.

A move is also imminent and they will be splitting their time between the UK and North America. Moves as significant as this typically require approval from Queen Elizabeth, the head of family and state. Meghan has meanwhile fled back to their lakeside mansion in Vancouver after the pair announced their decision, leaving Harry to thrash out a deal with the queen. While it’s true that Harry inherited millions from his mom, Princess Diana, it is probably not enough for the couple to live on with their current lifestyle. According to the Dailymail, ‘sources say the couple hope to make their fortune with a film and television production company – and Netflix have already said they would work with them’. They have also assured the Royal Family they will not enter any ‘dodgy deals’ that could discredit the monarchy.

Harry broke his silence at a Sentebale charity dinner, of the recent momentous events.

“The decision that I have made for my wife and I to step back is not one I made lightly. It was so many months of talks after so many years of challenges and I know I haven’t always gotten it right but as far as this goes there really was no other option... What I want to make clear is we’re not walking away, and we certainly aren’t walking away from you. Our hope was to continue serving the queen, the commonwealth, and my military associations, but without public funding.

Unfortunately, that wasn’t possible.

I’ve accepted this, knowing that it doesn’t change who I am or how committed I am. But I hope that helps you understand what it had to come to, that I would step my family back from all I have ever known, to take a step forward into what I hope can be a more peaceful life.”

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2012: ANGELINA JOLIE LEGS IT!

ANGELINA was once again the subject of an Oscar red carpet furore in 2012, but it wasn’t as controversial as her previous moment.

Appearing at the 84th Academy Awards in a black strapless Atelier Versace dress with a thigh-high split, Angie’s right leg was exposed and went viral!

As the actress held her red carpet pose, bare right leg protruding, audiences couldn’t help but be struck by the recurrent image. A Twitter account ‒ @AngiesRightLeg ‒ was even set up in honour of the lithe limb.

“I had a more complicated dress and I wore the more comfortable dress, which was that one,” says Angelina looking back on the moment. “I think I was just so comfortable that the leg came out!”

2000: THAT KISS!

KICKING off the millennium, Angelina and her older brother, James Haven, made headlines with their inappropriate red carpet snog.

Angelina, who was 24 years old at the time, began her acceptance speech on winning a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Girl Interrupted with, “I’m in shock and I’m so in love with my brother right now.

He just held me and said that he loves me and I know that he’s so happy for me.”

Needless to say the incident has gone down as one of the most bizarre red carpet moments in Oscar history.

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2013: JENNIFER’S FROCK SHOCK

RED CARPET dresses should come with a warning because long hems and high heels are a disaster waiting to happen. Jennifer Lawrence found that out to her cost seven years ago on her way to accept her Best Actress award for Silver Linings Playbook. The then-22-year-old star took a stumble at the foot of the steps to the stage in front of her peers and millions watching at home.

“What went through my mind when I fell down? A bad word that I can’t say that starts with F!” says Jen of the most famous of various falls she’s had over the years. “What can I say? I’m clumsy,” she adds.

2014: TRAVOLTA’S DAZEEM DISASTER

AS well as host Ellen DeGeneres’ iconic celebrity selfie, the 86th Academy Awards also gave us one of the most bizarre introductions in Oscar history.

Welcoming Frozen singer Idina Menzel to the stage, Grease actor John Travolta somehow managed to mispronounce her name as ‘Adele Dazeem’. Who? “I’ve been beating myself up all day,” said John after his gaffe. “Then I thought, ‘What would Idina Menzel say?’ She’d say, ‘Let it go, let it go’!”

2009: HEATH LEDGER (RIP) WINS

2002: ALL HAIL HALLE BERRY!

IT was a landmark Oscar moment in 2002 when Halle scooped the award for her performance in Monster’s Ball.

In winning, Halle became the first African-American woman to have ever receive a Best Actress Oscar.

Hoping that the recognition would open doors for other black actresses, Halle now laments her Oscar win as not the groundbreaking moment she thought it would be.

“That moment really meant nothing,” says Halle. “I thought it meant something, but I think it meant nothing.”

2001: BJORK LAYS AN EGG!

WHEN Icelandic pop star Björk wore a swan dress to the 73rd Academy Awards it ruffled more than a few feathers.

The wacky singer and Best Original Song nominee, known for her unique sense of style, even went as far as to lay eggs on the red carpet! She later said of the controversial incident, “C’mon, you don’t bring eggs unless you want to take the p***, right? I was actually amazed at how many people thought I was serious. I didn’t mean to cause a riot.”

IT was a bittersweet moment in 2009 when Heath won a posthumous award for his role as the Joker in Christopher Nolan’s epic Batman movie, The Dark Knight.

The Australian star died on January 22, 2008, at the age of just 28, just before the film’s release.

At the ceremony, Heath’s family were welcomed onstage to accept his Best Supporting Actor award. His father, Kim, said of the accolade, “I’d like to thank the academy for recognising our son’s amazing work. This award tonight would’ve humbly validated Heath’s quiet determination to be truly accepted by you all here, his peers, within an industry he so loved.”

2019: BRADLEY GAGA FOR HIS LEADING LADY?

LADY GAGA and Bradley Cooper’s steamy performance at the Oscars last year had everyone wondering if they were more than just co-stars.

The pair performed the song Shallow from their hit movie A Star Is Born, for which Gaga won an Oscar. Audiences were more into Gaga and Brad’s onstage chemistry, though.

Most excruciatingly for the two stars was the fact that Brad’s partner of four years, supermodel Irina Shayk, was in the audience witnessing the whole performance.

The pair split just months later and now share custody of their two-yearold daughter, Lea. Bradley and Gaga have both denied that there was ever anything going on between them other than raw onscreen chemistry.

“We did a really good job at fooling everyone,” says Gaga. “We created that. It wouldn’t have worked if you didn’t believe they [were] in love.”

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THE CATCH-UP

THE A-list reveal their secret Valentines.

OLLYWOOD is famous for its stars but when it comes to the most romantic date of the year it’s all hearts, flowers and sweet nothings.

Far from being sour about Valentine’s Day, celebs are still sweet on showing their romantic side on February 14.

From romantic amorous Jessica Alba to romantic Ryan Reynolds, a whole galaxy of stars are getting ready to say it with flowers and more this Valentine’s Day. So if you’re looking for some pointers or inspiration to thrill that special person in your life, why not have Hollywood’s finest help you out?

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Valentine: Businessman Husband Adam Shulman “I HAVE always thought of Valentine’s Day as a fun, over-the-top holiday,” says 36-yearold Oscar winning actress Anne. “It’s about sweeping, completely unrealistic, gestures and togetherness.”

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Valentine: Film Producer Husband Cash Warren JESSICA doesn’t hold back when it comes to treating her hubby on Valentine’s Day. “I always try to do something for my husband that is completely selfless ‒ something that I hope will rock his world,” says the 38-year-old actress and businesswoman. “Most of it is rated R, so I will give you the PG version: I’ll cook his favourite dessert!”

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VALENTINE: Rumoured To Be Back With Ben Simmons.

KENDALL asks for nothing more than some time with a special someone in her life come February 14th. “I’m a quality time person, so anything I’m doing where I’m just hanging out with someone, I’m cool with.” the 24-year-old model says of her Valentines plans.

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Valentine: Model Wife Elsa Pataky THOR star Chris has mastered the Marvel universe and proved he can do comedy too, but is he a romantic in real life? “I’d like to think so,” says the 36-year-old Aussie heartthrob. “I make an attempt at it. I can’t say I succeed all of the time, but it’s the thought that counts!”

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Valentine: Wife Luciana Barroso MATT’S Valentine’s gifts are not only romantic but practical too! “My wife made fun of me because I once gave her a mountain bike,” says 49-year-old The Martian star on his idea of romance. “She thought that was typical me, I had missed the mark completely. But then I explained, ‘No, here in L.A you can go be in these beautiful canyons with these beautiful vistas. We could ride together’.”

Valentine: Currently Single “THE best gift that I could ever receive on Valentine’s Day would probably be a getaway or a holiday, going somewhere nice,” says the 31-year-old South African supermodel.

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Valentine: Hollywood Actress Wife Blake Lively RYAN is the master at sarcastic wit with his Deadpool character but is a real softie at heart when it comes to romance.

“It’s really romantic when it’s not Valentine’s Day,” says the 43-yearold Canadian star. “I have done things where I have flown half way across the world to just see my wife for a day. You gotta do that.”

Shawn Mendes

Valentine: Fellow Music Superstar Camilla Cabelo CANADIAN singer-songwriter Shawn, 21, has a five-step plan for his special Valentine date. “First, make sure you smell good, you’ve showered and you’re clean,” he says. “If you are taking someone out to dinner, don’t go to a ridiculously fancy place but don’t go to Pizza Shack or McDonalds!

Make sure you dress nice to match smelling good.

Also, be yourself but don’t burp or fart in front of her! Finally, don’t ramble on like I ramble on when I have something to say.” Indeed.

I HAVE done things where I have flown half way across the world to just see my wife for a day.

You gotta do that.

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Valentine:: Actor Partner Danny Fujikawa KATE HUDSON never knows what she’s doing on Valentine’s Day. “Danny likes surprises so I don’t know what we are going to do. Dinner I’m sure.” says the 40-year-old actress.

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LIFESTYLE DÉCOR

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No one special in your life right now?

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LIFESTYLE WHATS IN HER BAG

BY CARLI PRINSLOO

DIVE into the effortless cool of Zoë Kravitz’s bag.

and a stepdad like Jason Momoa, there’s no way that Zoë can be anything but uber awesome. Her personal style is extremely minimal with a distinct grunge ethos and her taste in beauty is five star. That’s why we’re digging into the actress’ bag and getting some beauty and health tips from Leta Lestrange herself.

IG LITTLE LIES, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald, X-Men: First Class and recently cast as Catwoman in the upcoming Batman movie, Zoë Kravitz is moving from one big-name franchise to another. Her family is pretty cool too. With a dad like Lenny Kravitz, mom like Lisa Bonet

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But in terms of applying make-up, you know what I’m really into? I’m into putting your highlighter on under your concealer.

You can add a little on top, but it’s nice to have that glow peeking through rather than just sitting there.”

Liquid Highlighter In Luminous Gold: R149.95, By Revolution, Clicks 2. Inside Out “YOU have to drink water and sleep and eat well. All of that. If you’re not taking care of yourself your skin’s not going to look good then no amount of make-up can fix that.”

Metal Water Bottle: R199.99, Typo 3. She’s A Lightweight SHE prefers a light coverage foundation.

“It’s so nice to find something sheer and light for if you don’t want a full face of foundation in the day but you still want just to even your skin out and brighten it up a bit.” She also employs concealer: ‘under the eyes and around the nose and [over] any pimples’.

Best Blend Forever Make-up In Natural Tan: R270, Almay 4. Minimalistically Made Up “I AM a lip or eye kind of a girl, I think it’s one or the other. I love a red lip, I just think it’s sexy and chic. And whether it’s a smoky eye or just a liquid liner I love the shape of a cat eye. I think it’s kind of timeless.”

Soft Matte Lip Cream In Amsterdam: R139.95, NYX 5. Hip To Be Hair ZOË’S top tress tip: ‘keep it healthy.’ She tries to keep her hair moisturised, as curly hair tends to get dry. “I use coconut oil or rosemary oil; it wakes up your scalp,” she says.

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Lunch And Dinner

BOTH meals consists of a lot of fish and vegetables.

She loves a salad from Los Angeles vegan hotspot Café Gratitude, which consists of kale, cucumber, carrots, nori sheets, cilantro, basil, scallions and toasted almonds and is topped with a tahini, lemon, olive oil, garlic, and sesame oil dressing. She also loves a crunch salad composed of arugula, red quinoa, cantaloupe and slivered almonds, topped with olive oil, apple cider vinegar and maple syrup.

OOTYLICIOUS is just one of the many words used to describe Beyoncé, and it's not hard to see why she’s still getting heads spinning decades after rising to stardom. Despite having three kids in between, the star is looking just as fab as ever! Here's why.

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BEYONCÉ’S idea of a perfect Sunday ‒ or should we say a cheat Sunday ‒ is pizza and wine. The star says Sundays are best with, “No work, not even a discussion about work; lunch at my favorite pizzeria; having a glass of red wine; and watching Game Of Thrones.”

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Hydration THREE litres of water with lemon a day.

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“I AM not naturally the thinnest woman,” she once confessed, adding, “I have curves. I have struggled with diets and finding something that works for me.”

Beyoncé, who often turns to strict vegan diets before an event, such as Coachella, also has a strict rule of no junk food on the road, and the only snacks she wants are almonds and oat cakes served on glass platters.

Hydration and good nutrition are both important to the singer, too, which is why she makes a conscious effort to ensure that she’s attentive to her body’s needs. “I try to take care of myself, drinking at least [three litres] of water with lemon a day and making sure to take my vitamins,” she revealed. We’d say she’s on the right track mentally and physically — no complaints here!

LIFESTYLE IN THE KITCHEN

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WHEN it comes to what you eat, it doesn’t always have to be about meat. Fill yourself up with these soul-satisfying vego dinners.

OVE is in the air ‒ or is that the intoxicating mix of spice and aroma as you whip up another unbelievably mouthwatering vegetarian dish?

Well, same thing, really. With more animaland health-friendly recipes for you to try out, it seems the key ingredient in your kitchen will be a whole lot of heart (er, metaphorically of course!).

SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI WITH DILL AND PARSLEY TAPENADE PREP+COOK TIME: 50 MINUTES (+ REFRIGERATION) SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS

1kg Orange sweet potato, unpeeled ¾ Cup (110g) plain flour 1 Egg yolk ¼ Cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 50g butter 1 Tablespoon fresh dill sprigs 2 Tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 Medium lemon (140g), cut into wedges

DILL & PARSLEY TAPENADE

½ Cup firmly packed fresh dill 1 Cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 Cloves garlic ¼ Cup (30g) dried black olives 1⁄3 Cup (55g) blanched almonds, roasted ½ Cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil

COOK, FREEZE, SAVE

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METHOD

MICROWAVE whole sweet potatoes on medium (50 percent) for 10 minutes or until soft. Cool for 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, cut potatoes in half lengthways; spoon hot flesh into a medium bowl. Mash. Season to taste. Stir in flour and egg yolk until combined.

Divide gnocchi dough into four portions; roll each portion on a floured surface into long ropes 30cm long. Cut each rope into 3cm pieces. Place gnocchi on a lightly floured baking-paper-lined tray. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Make dill and parsley tapenade.

Cook gnocchi, in batches, in a large saucepan of salted boiling water for five minutes or until the gnocchi float to the surface and are cooked through.

Remove gnocchi from pan with a slotted spoon to an oven tray.

Heat oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat until foamy. Add gnocchi; cook for two minutes each side or until lightly browned. Remove from heat.

Gently stir in tapenade.

Serve gnocchi topped with dill and parsley with lemon wedges.

MAKE a double batch of gnocchi and freeze for later.

Place uncooked gnocchi on a lined baking tray until firm, then transfer to an airtight container. Freeze for up to three months.

DILL AND PARSLEY TAPENADE

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FINELY chop the herbs, garlic, olives and almonds; place in a bowl with olive oil. Stir to combine. Season to taste.

GLUTEN-FREE CHICKPEA SCHNITZELS AND YOGHURT SAUCE PREP + COOK TIME 45 MINUTES (+ FREEZING) SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS

800g Canned chickpeas 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Cups (200g) gluten-free breadcrumbs ½ Cup (65g) gluten-free plain flour ¼ Cup (60ml) gluten-free soy sauce 3 Cloves garlic, crushed 2 Teaspoons ras el hanout 2 Teaspoons xanthan gum 1⁄3 Cup (80ml) iced water ½ Cup (75g) sesame seeds 1⁄3 Cup (80ml) vegetable oil, for shallow-frying

LEMONY GREENS

200g Green beans, trimmed 2 Small zucchini (180g), trimmed 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

YOGHURT SAUCE

1 cup (2809) Greek-style yoghurt ¼ Cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves 1 Teaspoon finely grated lemon rind 1 Small clove garlic, crushed 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

METHOD

DRAIN chickpeas through a sieve into a small bowl; reserve liquid (aquafaba). Rinse chickpeas.

Place chickpeas and olive oil in a large bowl; coarsely mash with a fork. Add a half cup of the breadcrumbs, the flour, sauce, garlic, ras el hanout, xanthan gum and iced water. Season. Mix well using clean hands.

Grease two large oven trays; line with baking paper.

Divide chickpea mixture into eight portions; shape into balls. Space four balls apart on each tray.

Using the palm of your hand, press down into 8mm-thick, rough oval shapes. Freeze for one hour or until very firm.

Working quickly, dip chickpea schnitzels in reserved aquafaba, then carefully coat in combined remaining breadcrumbs and sesame seeds. Return coated schnitzels to trays; freeze for 20 minutes to firm or until ready to cook.

Make lemony greens, then yoghurt sauce.

Heat half the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat; cook schnitzels, in two batches, for four minutes each side or until golden and crisp, adding remaining vegetable oil in between batches. Drain on paper towel.

Serve schnitzels with lemony greens, yoghurt sauce and mint leaves, if you like.

LEMONY GREENS

COOK beans in a medium saucepan of salted boiling water for two minutes or until just tender; drain. Refreshing under cold running water. Thinly slice zucchini using a mandoline, V-slicer or knife into rounds. Combine raw zucchini and beans with lemon juice and oil; toss well. Season to taste.

YOGHURT SAUCE

COMBINE yoghurt, mint, rind and garlic in a small bowl; season. Drizzle with oil.

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LIFESTYLE

BY VANESSA PAPAS

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“FIRST you take a drink, then the drink takes a drink, then the drink takes you.”

– F. Scott Fitzgerald OLLYWOOD star Bradley Cooper had reached a point in his life where he knew he only had two choices: stop drinking or die. For more than a decade Bradley has not touched alcohol. It wasn’t an easy journey, but overcoming addiction never is.

“I wouldn’t have been able to have access to myself or other people, or even been able to take in other people, if I hadn’t changed my life,” he says. “I never would have been able to have the relationships that I do. I never would have been able to take care of my father the way I did when he was sick. So many things. Alcohol affects more than just yourself ‒ it also affects those around you.”

Other celebs who have battled addiction demons include Daniel Radcliffe, Billy Joel, Ben Affleck, Drew Barrymore, Elton John, Keith Urban, Stephen King, Mel Gibson, Robert Downey Jr and Demi Lovato.

Demi began drinking after she was bullied in school. At the age of 18 she withdrew from the Jonas Brothers Live In Concert Tour to enter rehab, but a year later hit rock bottom once again.

“I was going to the airport and I had a Sprite bottle just filled with vodka and it was just 09h00 and I was throwing up in the car and this was just to get on a plane to go back to LA to the sober living house that I was staying at. I had all the help in the world, but I didn’t want it.”

Demi checked into a sober house in January 2013 after several months of sobriety, and went on to mark her sixth year of sobriety in March 2018. However, the singer admitted in June that same year that she had suffered a relapse.

“My dad was an addict and an alcoholic. Guess I always searched for what he found in drugs and alcohol because it fulfilled him and he chose that over a family.”

Billy Joel

Drew Barrymore

Boozing Behind The Steering Wheel

Mel Gibson

LATE last year a 29-year-old, whose vehicle was involved in a crash that claimed the lives of five female pupils, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. The students from Mashego Secondary School in Monsterlus died when the vehicle they were travelling in overturned on the R574 road between Groblersdal and Mpudulle. The vehicle rolled several times and the girls were killed instantly.

Scary fact: when you drive on the road at night, one out of seven cars on the road with you is being driven by a drunk driver! The legal drink driving limit is a breath alcohol content of 0.24mg per 1 000ml. When it comes to driving, the rule of thumb is a maximum of one unit of alcohol consumed per hour, which constitutes 10ml of pure alcohol. One unit of alcohol is equivalent to one half-glass of wine, 67 percent of a bottle of beer, or one shot of spirits. You should only consume this amount of alcohol once every two hours, to be safe.

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LIFESTYLE

What Causes Train Wreck Alcoholism?

THERE is no single cause that leads to the development of alcoholism but risk factors can increase the chance of addiction. Having a family member with a diagnosis of a substance use disorder increases the risk that one will be diagnosed with an alcohol use disorder. As does the presence of a pre-existing substance use disorder, traumatic events and stress, relationship issues within the family, particularly those that occur in the early stages of an individual’s development, and peer pressure.

Children as young as 12 years old face the pressure to drink from their friends or peers.

Recovering alcoholic Lauren King explains her family’s long history of drug and alcohol addiction played a huge role in where she ultimately ended up.

“I was starved for attention as a kid, and I didn’t have the coping skills I needed to go through the kinds of things the adults around me were putting me through. I wanted to fit in and feel better about myself. Because I didn’t feel like I could turn to my parents for advice and guidance, I turned to my peers,” says Laruen.

“At first alcohol gave me confidence, selfesteem, and filled that void I’d carried around with me for so many years. But eventually all the alcohol and bad judgement turned on me and I found myself alone again ‒ this time in the prison of my own addiction. The very thing that seemed to hold the key to solving all my problems ended up making them worse. No amount of alcohol and drugs was ever going to be able to numb my pain. Once I was in it, it was a very difficult situation to get out of.

It was only when I finally got checked into a treatment centre that worked with adolescent substance abuse that I found myself a whole new set of peers who were working towards the same goals as I was. I discovered new ways to have fun and bond without alcohol. While researching my own addiction, I saw tonnes of literature that recommended parents set clear expectations for behaviour and establish rules about communicating where and with whom their teenagers are spending their time. Getting to know your child’s friends will undoubtedly give you insight into your teen’s life.”

ALCOHOL can wreak havoc on your body. Longterm abuse can kill liver cells, leading to scarring called cirrhosis and fatty liver disease. In 2015, of the 78 529 liver disease deaths among individuals ages 12 and older, 47 percent involved alcohol.

Among males, 49 695 liver disease deaths occurred and 49.5 percent involved alcohol. Among females, 28 834 liver disease deaths occurred and 43.5 percent involved alcohol. Studies of heavy drinkers also show that they are more likely to have trouble pumping blood to their heart and may have a higher chance of dying from heart disease. Heavy drinking also can cause mental health issues like depression and dementia. You may get painful nerve damage that may linger long after you sober up. There is a clear link between heavy alcohol use and many types of cancers (mouth, throat, voice box, and oesophagus, liver, breast, and infections.

Many lives are also lost as a result of binge drinking, vomiting and then aspirating some of the vomit back into their lungs. Musician Amy Winehouse died of alcohol poisoning after binge drinking following a period of abstinence. The singer was found dead in her flat in London, on July 23, 2011. She had 416mg of alcohol per decilitre in her blood, enough to make her comatose and depress her respiratory system. She was found dead by paramedics, fully clothed, with a laptop on her bed and empty bottles of vodka on the floor.

Amy Winehouse

Addicted To Wine O’ Clock

IN the movie When A Man Loves A Woman, Meg Ryan delivered a heart-tugging performances in her role as Alice ‒ a wife and mother whose problem drinking leads her to rehab. Out doing errands, driving drunk and arriving home Alice realises she has lost her baby daughter along the way. So intoxicated that she can’t even remember where she has been, she has to depend on luck to locate her child. While the story line is fictional, the plot delivers a sobering look at just how serious mom-drinking can be. Many South Africans (moms in particular) are unknowingly addicted to alcohol, with wine having practically become the must-have accessory for modern motherhood. Many moms say wine helps them deal with daily stress and the pressure to have a perfect family. Research suggests that while men tend to use alcohol to have fun, women are more FERMENTED drinks, such as beer and wine, contain likely to turn to alcohol for its negative reinforcing from two percent alcohol to 20 percent. Distilled drinks, effects ‒ to decrease feeling bad, and temporarily or liquor, contain around 40 to 50 percent or more melt away some anxiety and stress. Any alcohol. The usual alcohol content for each is: dependence that makes you say ‘I have to have wine when I come home  Vodka: 40-95 percent from work’ is worrisome.  Gin: 36-50 percent Risky drinking (defined  Rum: 36-50 percent as having four or more  Whiskey: 36-50 percent drinks on one occasion  Tequila: 50-51 percent at least once a month) is  Liqueurs: 15 percent on the rise, particularly  Fortified wine: 16-24 percent in women above the age  Unfortified wine: 14-16 percent of 35.  Beer: Four to eight percent  Malt beverages: 15 percent

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Getting Sober

(And Staying There) WHEN you’re struggling with alcoholism, sobriety can seem like an impossible goal. But with the right treatment and support, recovery is never out of reach, no matter how hopeless your situation seems. The first step (and arguably the most important) is deciding to make a change.

There are many places that can assist you, provided you WANT the help. Alcoholics Anonymous is an informal society of more than two million recovering alcoholics throughout the world. In South Africa, there are about 4 500 members. They meet in over 350 local meetings spread around the country. Meetings range in size from a handful in some localities to a hundred or more in larger communities.

The organisation explains that although AA is non-professional – it doesn’t have clinics, doctors, counsellors or psychologists ‒ all members are themselves recovering from alcoholism. There is no central authority controlling how AA groups operate. It is up to the members of each group to decide what they do. However, the AA programme of recovery has proved to be so successful that almost every group follows the programme as suggested in the literature.

Important Numbers: IF you or someone you know needs help with alcoholism, the following organisations could be useful.

 Al-Anon Family Groups is for the families and friends of problem drinkers: Helpline: 0861 ALANON (252 666), e-mail: help@alanon.org.za  Sanca provides specialised and affordable prevention and treatment services for alcohol and other drug dependence.

Johannesburg: 08611 REHAB (73422) or (011) 673-0400 or sanca-jhb.org.za; Western Cape: (021) 945-4080/1, or www. sancawc.co.za  Department of Social Development’s Substance Abuse Line offers support, guidance and help for people addicted to drugs and alcohol, as well as for their families: National toll-free helpline: 0800 121 314 or SMS 32312  Childline South Africa helps children, young people, and their families: 24-hour toll-free helpline: 0800 055 555

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LIFESTYLE

LOVING someone with an addiction can be incredibly tough.

CAN YOUR RELATIONSHIP

urvive SADDICTION?

South Africans abuses substances like alcohol, dagga and painkillers, and around two and a half million are at risk of becoming or are problem gamblers.

There’s no doubt that addic�on in any of its forms can take a huge toll on rela�onships. While sex and technology addic�ons may grab headlines, the most common dependency issues impac�ng couples and families are substance abuse and gambling, says mental health researcher Professor Frances Quirk.

“For some people, within socially accepted norms, use can be something they can maintain all their lives and it has li�le impact for them or anyone else. For others their use becomes more significant.”

If you’re trying to work out if your partner has an addic�on, look for changes in their behaviour. They might not be coping well with things they used to cope with, or be neglec�ng themselves or other responsibili�es, or being secre�ve and trying to hide the effects of their addic�on.

You can also answer a simple online ques�onnaire to determine if someone you love has a problem. It typically includes ques�ons about level of use, whether the person acknowledges their use and how they respond when it’s suggested they change or stop. There is simple addic�on checklist at www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/hoperela�onships/201411/6-signs-youre-addicted-something or you can search for one online.

However, Quirk says, it is common for there to be an event or moment when neither of you can pretend any longer – which can put a rela�onship built on trust on very shaky ground.

“It might be the person ge�ng busted for driving under the influence. Or you may no�ce significant amounts of savings missing. When you have evidence, in black and white, that you can’t dismiss, it is quite hard for a rela�onship to recover from those sorts of prolonged decep�ons,” says Quirk.

CAN LOVE CONQUER ALL? NOT QUITE ANYONE who’s ever loved an addict knows how difficult it can be to leave, even if it’s not the rela�onship they’ve signed up for. If we stay, it’s mainly because we hope the person will change, says psychologist Dr Simon Crisp, from Neo Psychology.

“We’re only human,” he explains, “And if you’re commi�ed to that person’s wellbeing you may believe love and support will be enough to help or influence them to overcome this. That can be a trap at �mes.”

Addicts can be master manipulators, so it can

pretend everything s fine, even if it s the opposite.

“The illusion of control is one of the problems with addic�on There’s a level of denial about the consequences of it.”

In confron�ng the problem it helps to gain an understanding of where the addict is in their willingness, readiness and ability to change, says Quirk.

“If they’re not lined up in all three of those things, they’re not actually likely to follow through. They might say that they want to but they’re probably not going to be able to.”

The reasons why are complex. The person may have a biological vulnerability to substance abuse. They may have low self-esteem or anxiety, which they manage through substance abuse. And it can be very difficult, if you’re the non-addicted partner, to understand why they can’t or won’t stop, especially if you believe it’s about simply having the willpower to say no, says Quirk.

“It can come down to thinking that their habit is more important than you or the rela�onship, or the children, or your finances – and that’s a very difficult posi�on to be empathe�c from,” she explains.

THREE TIPS ON TALKING ABOUT THE PROBLEM 1. Avoid The Drama: Be direct, unemo�onal and as non-judgmental as possible.

Quirk adds that it’s about assessing whether it’s the life you can or want to lead.

“You need to ask yourself, ‘Can I continue in this relationship with this person, knowing that it’s possible these sorts of events will recur, and that I may be personally at risk financially or physically?’” she explains.

“You need to assess whether you’re prepared to take those risks, and you might need to think about it from the perspective of just you, or you and your family.”

TREATING ADDICTION DETERMINING the right course of action or treatment depends on the individual, their circumstances and level of motivation. If the person has supportive relationships, is employed and in good health, they’ve got a better chance of recovery, says Crisp. Here are some options to consider:

MINIMISATION APPROACH

RESEARCH shows that attempts to abstain completely can be unreliable. “So you end up with a person who’s flipflopping from extreme substance abuse to short periods of abstinence,” says Crisp. “Generally, a minimisation approach is the most effective, where the person aims to reduce their use.” The University of New Mexico found this was the leading therapy for alcoholism.

2. Think Ul�matum: “Say, ‘This is such a serious situa�on and I’m so concerned; I require you to take certain steps to discuss the issue with me or a therapist’,” says Crisp.

REHAB AND DIY PROGRAMMES IN-PATIENT rehabilitation is a long-term approach to recovery, with various programme lengths available. There are also online DIY resources.

3. Explain The Consequences: If they won’t take you seriously, you may need to consider separa�ng from them or limi�ng your involvement with that person. “That way, they’ll understand that they’re choosing to avoid the issue, that you’re serious about addressing it, and that they can’t maintain that level of denial about the impact of the addic�ve behaviour,” says Crisp.

PHARMACOTHERAPY ADDICTION specialist, Professor Jon Currie at Melbourne’s St Vincent’s Hospital treats addicts with a mix of medications. He claims this method ‘switches off’ cravings in the brain and helps 80 to 90 percent reduce their use and 70 percent stop using completely.

WHEN DO YOU KNOW IT’S TIME TO GO? WHEN you still love the person, but are exhausted by the cycle of their behaviour, it’s time to weigh up the benefits of the relationship you share against the harm the addiction is causing.

“The other part of the equation,” says Crisp, “Is how hopeful you are that things will improve, possibly seeking professional advice about the person’s

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COUNSELLING WHETHER the addict heads towards reduced use or abstinence, understanding their reasons for using is key, says Crisp. “Sometimes it’s really hard for an addict to understand what their motivation is for doing those things in the first place – and working it out with a counsellor may help. Also, therapy can teach you strategies which can help or reduce the need to use.”

Helpline: Sadag (011) 234-4837/Tara Clinic (011) 535-3000

BY ANGELA BEKIARIS

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NOW

SE stars are flaunting their new bodies after shedding a LOT of weight.

INGING sensation Adele recently flaunted her weight loss on a beach vacay. The star, who has reportedly lost over 44 kilograms, is not only looking better than ever but she’s feeling amazing, too.

Spending some time in Anguilla with Harry Styles and James Corden, the singer flaunted her new figure in a short black dress, accessorising with a necklace, scarf, great hairdo and most importantly, a fabulous smile!

Adele, who has reportedly been on the Sirtfood Diet (which focuses on foods that increase certain proteins in the body that regulate the metabolism and inflammation – but also allows for red wine and chocolate!) credits her major weight loss to ‘90 percent diet’.

First making headlines with her weight loss at Drake’s birthday party last year, as well as at a recent Caribbean vacation, Adele has totally transformed in the last year. According to personal trainer and Pilates instructor Camila Goodis, however, it wasn’t hard work in the gym only. While the Hello singer is not currently one of Goodis’ clients, the trainer believes that ‘90 percent’ of Adele’s weight loss is a result of a change in her diet, including eliminating processed food, sugar, and soda.

“I don’t believe she likes exercise much, but she has changed her lifestyle,” Goodis says, adding, “Giving

up processed food, sugar, soda and get into an exercise routine, like cardio and strength training, will change people’s body.”

The Sirtfood Diet is an eating plan that focuses on sirloins ‒ proteins in your body that effect cellular health and metabolism. This includes kale, extra-virgin oil, buckwheat, matcha, blueberries and arugula, but also allows for red wine and dark chocolate. Adele is also said to have taken up reformer Pilates with friend Ayda Field, as well as training at home (staying out of the gym was her main priority after splitting from husband of eight years Simon Konecki, whom she shares son Angelo with).

Sources say Adele has been doing high-intensity workouts at home; she was using training videos by Joe Wicks, known as the Body Coach, and Canadian-born trainer Dalton Wong, who has Jennifer Lawrence as a client.

“Adele’s been secretly working with these personal trainers,” reveals an insider, adding, “She’s not the sort to exercise in front of others, so she follows regimens and plans at home, using their videos and tutorials. The progress she has made in the last six months is clear for all to see.”

Adele isn’t the only star to have shed a drastic amount of weight recently, though. I’m A Celebrity’s Charlotte Crosby revealed her day on a plate recently after losing a whopping 20 kilograms.

“I’m the happiest I’ve been in a long time,” says the 29-year-old former Geordie Shore star, who went from a size 16 to a size eight.

The star, who was recently on I’m A Celebrity…. Get Me Out Of Here!

Australia reveals that she’s dropped to a low 59 kilos thanks to a balanced diet and the ‘occasional cheat day’.

“It’s good to have that one day where you eat what you want, because then you work towards it,” says Crosby, who does reveal though, that foods like cheesy pasta and binges that included Big Macs are not only a thing of the past, but had also the cause of many arguments with her family.

“Me and my mom [Letitia Crosby] had a big argument when I was doing an appearance in Ireland,” she says, adding, “I went out and came back to the hotel with three Big Macs and 20 chicken nuggets and hid in the bathroom to eat it. She caught me and we fell out for a long time over this and I knew I had to change something.”

The star now sticks to a healthier, low-calorie alternative.

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THE CATCH-UP

NOW

Jennifer Hudson The Dreamgirls star lost a lot of weight over the years through Weight Watchers, and is apparently looking to do a third annual with them

Mariah Carey The singer, whose weight fluctuated a lot, needed a serious weight loss plan after having her twins. She followed the top weight loss diet programme

by Jenny Craig

NOW

CELEBRITY BEFORE & AFTER

THESE stars left our jaws on the ground when they shed all their weight.

Charlotte Crosby Describing her day on a plate, Crosby says she has fruit or poached eggs or porridge for breakfast; something small and light like soup for lunch, followed by lean meat and vegetables for dinner

Ricki Lake The former talk show host lost nine kilos by using the fresh food delivery service Freshology, which provides 1 400 calories a day.

But the star also credits her regular exercise programme for the weight loss

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THE Low-Down On

LIFESTYLE HEALTH

BY ANGELA BEKIARIS

Epilepsy.

FEBRUARY 10 is International Epilepsy Day, with February 10-16 being National Epilepsy Week.

How much do you know about the condition?

What Is Epilepsy?

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EXPERTS explain that epilepsy has no identifiable cause in about half the people with the condition. In the other half, the condition may be traced to various factors, including:  Genetic Influence: Researchers have linked some types of epilepsy to specific genes, but for most people, genes are only part of the cause.  Head Trauma: A car accident or other traumatic injury can cause epilepsy.  Brain Conditions: Brain tumours or strokes – stroke is a leading cause of epilepsy in adults older than age 35.  Infectious Diseases: Meningitis, AIDS and viral encephalitis.  Prenatal Injury: According to Mayoclinic. org, before birth, babies are sensitive to brain damage that could be caused by several factors, such as an infection in the mother, poor nutrition or oxygen deficiencies. This brain damage can result in epilepsy or cerebral palsy.  Developmental Disorders: Autism and neurofibromatosis.

MEDICAL professionals explain that symptoms vary depending on the type of seizure. In most cases, a person with epilepsy will tend to have the same type of seizure each time, so the symptoms will be similar from episode to episode.

Symptoms To Look Out For

 Temporary confusion  A staring spell  Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs  Loss of consciousness or awareness  Psychological symptoms such as fear, anxiety or déjà vu

Types Of Seizures

DOCTORS generally classify seizures as either focal or generalised, based on how the abnormal brain activity begins.  Focal Seizures: This is when seizures appear to result from abnormal activity in just one area of your brain ‒ focal (partial) seizures. These seizures fall into two

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There Is Treatment

EPILEPSY can be treated with medications or surgery. Some people require lifelong treatment to control seizures, but for others, the seizures eventually go away. Some children with epilepsy may outgrow the condition with age.

When To See A Doctor

MAYOCLINIC.ORG shares some must-know signs:  If the seizure lasts more than five minutes.  If breathing or consciousness doesn’t return after the seizure stops.  If a second seizure follows immediately.  If you have a high fever.  If you’re experiencing heat exhaustion.  If you’re pregnant.  If you have diabetes.  If you’ve injured yourself during a seizure. categories – focal seizures without loss of consciousness, or focal seizures with impaired awareness.  Generalised Seizures: These appear to involve all areas of the brain. Six types of generalised seizures exist – absence seizures, tonic seizures, atonic seizures, clonic seizures, myoclonic seizures and tonic-clonic seizures.

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LIFESTYLE WHAT THE TAROT HOLDS

BY MADAME LIRA DE MENTUM

IF you play your cards right, you’ll have a great week!

GEMINI

PISCES

(February 19 – March 20) Card Of The Week: King Of Swords WHAT’S with the raging temper? It’s not like you to be so hot headed, yet lately you can’t seem to control your emotions. Flying off the handle for no reason is making matters worse with your partner and, if single, preventing a budding romance from taking off. Every time you feel the need to lash out, rather take a deep breath. This slows down your fight or flight reaction and allows you to calm your nervous system and choose a more thoughtful and productive response.

ARIES

(March 21 – April 19) Card Of The Week: The Hierophant THIS period will see you and an old friend have some business to attend to. Be honest and open about how you feel and allow the other person the chance to give their side of the story and an opportunity to explain the reasons for their hurtful actions. The relationship may be repairable but only if you both know each other’s expectations.

TAURUS

(April 20 – May 20) Card Of The Week: The Tower FOR the last few weeks there have been small problems that are increasing and situations are getting out of control.

The Tower is an ‘ending’ card, without a doubt, and represents the Universe telling you that you require this change to happen for your own spiritual growth. You may have to endure heartache at first, but you will rebuild and become whole again.

(May 21 – June 20) Card Of The Week: The World: IT makes intuitive sense: if you lock yourself in your house, how many exciting, serendipitous things are going to happen to you? Not many. This period is the perfect time to try your luck, with a high probability of getting a moderate reward or, in the worst case scenario, progress towards your goals.

CANCER

(June 21 – July 22) Card Of The Week: The Moon THAT rain cloud that has been following you around for several weeks has finally burst and you are left feeling shocked and overwhelmed. Although you knew this day was coming, nothing could really have prepared you for it. While we all go through rough patches, staying in the eye of the storm won’t help your situation. We know it is not easy but when you do the work to overcome your difficult experiences, you can heal.

LEO

(July 23 – August 22) Card Of The Week: The Hanged Man YOUR privacy has been compromised.

You’ve been severely embarrassed by an image taken by somebody else’s phone, a rumour spread by a friend, or backstabbing by a loved one. This will trigger a crisis in your life which needs a bit of expert advice. Go to a friend or family member you trust and report what happened. Take the steps to minimise the damage and accept the lessons learnt.

AQUARIUS

(January 20 – February 18) Card Of The Week: Three Of Swords

SOMETIMES the best way to pull off a plaster is quickly. This period you see yourself forced to deal with a conflict that has been causing you great anxiety. The best thing to do is confront it head on. Don’t mince your words. Don’t soften your actions. Just finish it.

Three Of Swords

A FLOATING heart pierced by three swords and surrounded by grey thunder clouds and a down pour of rain, the Three Of Swords is a card that represents pain inflicted by words, actions and intent.

This is an image of grief, loss and literally heartbreak.

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F you thirst for all things mystical our weekly tarot reading will guide you to a clearer path. One card drawn for each of star signs shows you what to expect and how to improve your week!

VIRGO

(August 23 – September 22) Card Of The Week: Two Of Swords YOU’VE finally decided to cut ties with someone who was really dragging you down.

Good for you! Now the next step is actually doing it! If you don’t know where to start, try visualising it. In a calm state, picture cords of light connecting both of you. Inwardly say ‘thank you’ for what you’ve learned from the relationship even if the lessons were hard.

Then firmly assert, ‘it’s time to completely break our bonds’. Visualise cutting each bond completely so you’re free of any energetic ties and put the relationship to rest.

LIBRA

(September 23 – October 22) Card Of The Week: The Hermit THE credibility of someone in your workplace, circle or even under your own roof will lead you to wonder who this person really is, as more irregularities come to light in this period.

You may be caught between supporting this person, or siding with others. When choosing sides, always trust your gut and make an unbiased judgement.

SCORPIO

(October 23 – November 21) Card Of The Week: NineOf Pentacles WE all love beautiful things but if you were to strip away all those materialistic items, what would you have left? This period will see you learn a lesson – that money can’t buy happiness. There is a huge number of people who have made a tonne of money but are miserable. The same goes for people who have very little, but still find joy in their lives.

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 – December 21) Card Of The Week: The Fool (reversed) ARE you experiencing a catastrophe or merely a glitch? This week it’s important you prioritise your problems and see them for what they really are. Stop over-reacting and making mountains out of molehills. A text on your partner’s phone at midnight? Doesn’t mean they’re cheating. A strange comment from your employer? Doesn’t mean you’re in the firing line. Just stay calm and let things unfold.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 – January 19) Card Of The Week: The Chariot ARE you ready to move forward? If The Chariot shows up in your reading, it’s no time to start slacking. Timing is all-important. Pick your battles carefully and then move forward.

Situations permit success if you focus on just a few areas at once. Do not waste time on issues that are not really important.

LIFESTYLE MONEY TALK$

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INVESTING OME of the first questions new investors ask is, “What is the difference between saving and investing money?” and “How do I know what to use each of these tactics for and when to use them to create a good financial future for myself and my family?” So, before you begin your journey to building wealth and finding your financial independence, it is important that you understand the differences and why it’s important to Barry Shrosbree plan for both. We chat to

Barry Shrosbree, senior manager in Life And Wealth at 1Life.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SAVING AND INVESTING MONEY: Saving is about setting money aside for short-term goals or for emergencies in a quick and easy-to-access fund or account, for things like a rainy day, unexpected expenses or that welldeserved end-of-year holiday. Investing, on the other hand, is the process of putting money away for a longer term in order to

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generate an acceptable rate or return over time. Your goal with investing is to create wealth and see your money grow, over time, to fulfil a longer-term objective, like a comfortable retirement, through investment vehicles such as a retirement annuity, real estate and stock.

ALL ABOUT EMERGENCY SAVINGS: Emergency savings, however, are important to build early on, as this forms the foundation upon which your financial house is built. You should first have savings available to help with any unforeseen expenses and then examine investing for your future. For emergency fund savings, typically a good number to work towards is three to six months of your expenses for your savings. This may seem like a daunting number but, as with anything, it’s best to start somewhere and build up. You could use a variety of products to serve this need, like short term notice deposits with your bank, savings accounts or perhaps putting extra money into your access bond, if you have one, where the funds are quickly accessible when needed. And, even better, if

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SAVING

FEELING confused over saving and investing is normal, but if you spend a little time researching options your future self will thank you for it.

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START AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE: Think about it: R100 saved today, in a low-interest-bearing product, won’t give you the same buying power a year from now RAFFITIVILLE is a passion project founded by two due to inflation. So you friends, Tanya Boshoff and Sharlene Labuschagne, need to look at ways to who love colour, art, beautiful things and creativity, beat inflation and you as well as the distinctiveness embodied in graffiti can’t do this by simply art. They agree wholeheartedly with the saying, ‘if saving. By investing, you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life’. you simultaneously build for your future What Do They Do? and aim to beat GRAFFITIVILLE aims to create a platform where graffiti art is inflation by making celebrated and new and existing artists get to showcase their use of a different mix work internationally. This platform will also be a gateway to the of asset classes while artists’ own social media platforms giving them more exposure. taking advantage of They will have an online store (website and Instagram) where the ‘eighth wonder of their unique, original pieces can be purchased. Tanya and the world’ ‒ compound Sharlene currently have scatter cushions and sling bags to offer, interest. You want and other products are in production. They have taken great your money invested care in choosing quality products matching the high quality to work for you: the of the art. Each item is created with lots of love and precision longer the investment to ensure the client is fully satisfied with the final art piece. time, the more it will Graffitiville also intends to make graffiti present in everyday life work for you and build by taking it off the walls and making it a part of personal spaces your wealth. and style. This is just the beginning of a five-year plan, so watch It is widely reported this space.

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A MOM of a baby with the rare harlequin condition says cruel trolls mock him and say he looks like a doll.

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MOM whose baby has a rare skin condition is speaking out to raise awareness of his disorder ‒ because people mistake him for a doll.

Two-year-old Michal Winter was born with harlequin ichthyosis, a rare condition that causes his skin to shed every day and become red, cracked and dry and puts him at severe risk of infections. Mom Anna Ciesielska, 30, has to apply lotion on Michal every four hours to keep his skin moisturised and says her baby is half the size he should be compared to other children his age because of the condition.

Anna, from the UK, says people mock Michal’s appearance online and that passers-by come up to her thinking she’s pushing a doll in her pram.

“People will come up to me and ask what happened to him and if they can help,” says Anna. “I was in a shop and someone came up to us and was staring at Michal and asked if he was a doll. When Michal moved they were totally surprised; they were surprised he was a real boy.

When we go out people stare at us, their jaws drop. Sometimes a person will see a photo of him online and message me saying he looks like a doll; it really upsets me. Michal is a perfectly normal boy with a wonderful nature. He just has this skin condition.”

Anna only knew that Michal had harlequin ichthyosis after he was born covered in plates of thick, cracked skin. Harlequin itchthyosis is a genetic disorder that causes the body to become covered in thick plates of skin. The abnormal growth of the skin inhibits growth and movement, meaning

“DESPITE that, he’s such a happy and smiley child. He’s overcome so much and despite the challenges he faces he’s such a happy and loving child.

Anna wants to raise awareness about Michal’s skin condition

Michal having his bath to help exfoliate his skin

Michal when he was born TO help Michal and his family, visit: www.gofundme. com/f/michal039s-journey-with-harlequin-ichtyosis

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Michal is still unable to walk and is smaller compared to other children his age.

“It was a total surprise that Michal has Harlequin ichthyosis. I didn’t know anything was wrong until he was born. It was a huge shock. I thought I was going to have a healthy baby. At first it was horrendous for us. I was devastated. The doctors didn’t know how long Michal would have. Despite that, he’s such a happy and smiley child.

He’s overcome so much and despite the challenges he faces he’s such a happy and loving child. He loves meeting people and being out in the world. He has a passion for life.”

Anna says that she only saw Michal a few hours after his birth and that at first, doctors were baffled what was wrong with her baby.

“I didn’t see him initially when he was born, only a few hours later. When I first saw him I was obviously very upset. I was worried that he would suffer and was in pain.

Eventually, one of the doctors broke the news to me about what had happened.”

Anna says she has to follow a strict routine to stop Michal’s skin from cracking or becoming dangerously infected. She applies two different types of cream to Michal every four hours to ensure his skin is constantly protected and exfoliated and gives him a special moisturising bath once a day.

Michal’s condition means that he’s unable to regulate his own body temperature, therefore requiring Anna to ensure rooms aren’t too hot or cold for him in case his body temperature becomes inbalanced. Anna also has to limit the amount of time Michal spends in the sun in case his skin gets burnt.

“It’s a big challenge. You have to keep him at the right temperature all the time,” she says, adding, “He’s always at risk of infection and getting sick, we have to be very careful all of the time.”

Michal’s family are raising money to buy him a nanobubble bath to help exfoliate his skin painlessly.

Mom Anna Ciesielska, 30, has to apply lotion on Michal every four hours to keep his skin moisturised

REAL LIFE

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THIS world champ bodybuilder once weighed 40kg and now weighs in at 90kg of pure muscle.

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ATALIYA KUZNETSOVA, 28 – a world champion bodybuilder – has said she doesn’t care that her muscleman husband has much smaller biceps than her because ‘mutual love and support’ are the only things that matter in a happy relationship.

The Russian powerlifter from Chita in the south-eastern Russian region of Chita Oblast, started going to the gym when she was 14 as her dad thought it would improve her selfesteem.

“I was a timid little mouse when I was growing up,” says Kuznetsova, who met her muscleman husband, Yusif Eyvazov, 42, a decade ago.

Nataliya started going to the gym when she was 14 rd teen the bodybuilder said around 40kg, compared to weight of 90kg. She says that er dreamed about a career in s’, adding that her first coach at ol helped her to embark on the h of bodybuilding. e influenced my future ssively,” she says. “Just like ryone else, I first went to the m without a desired goal, but ter three months my trainer sked me if I wanted to take part a bodybuilding competition. the age of 15, I was the hampion of the region of abaykalsky Krai.” fter bagging European bench ess and deadlift titles and ting the world record for Kuznetsova found herself g recognised on the street. In en participated in a Manon duction at the Bolshoi Theatre Russian-Austrian opera star trebko, 48, and her husband. ready used to fame and lots of recognise me on the street, this ns everywhere I go.” etsova was the 2014 World pion for armlifting and the 2014 d champion for bench pressing. et world records both times.

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She met her muscleman husband, Yusif Eyvazov, 42, a decade ago

REAL LIFE VERDICT

BY WALTON GOLIGHTLY

SERIOUSLY WEIRD SOME truly strange crimes – and occurrences – from around the world.

N 2010, Kristine, 45, and Michael, 43, Barnett of Lafayette, Indiana, adopted a six-year-old Ukraine-born girl, Natalia Grace, with dwarfism. Nine years later, much to their confusion, they were charged with abandoning her.

Within their first few weeks as a family, the Kristine and Michael Barnetts noticed Natalia seemed to be older than they’d been told, with a sophisticated vocabulary, pubic hair and menstrual periods.

A doctor ordered bone density tests to check Natalia Grace her age, and results suggested she was at least 14. So the Barnetts began to treat Natalia like a teenager. Then, claim the Barnetts, Natalia began making death threats against them. She was sent to a psychiatric hospital, where she told doctors she wanted to kill her family.

“She was standing over people in the middle of the night. We had to hide all the sharp objects,” Kristine Barnett told The Daily Mail. In 2012, the Barnetts legally changed Natalia’s age (from eight to 22) and helped her get benefits so she could continue to receive psychiatric care. A year later, with Natalia living independently in an apartment, the Barnetts and their son moved to Canada. Soon after, they lost touch with the girl.

But inexplicably, a second set of bone density tests, performed in 2010, surfaced, seeming to show Natalia was at that time just eight years old, and she told police herself in 2014 she’d been ‘left alone’ when her parents moved away.

Michael and Kristine Barnett surrendered to on September 18, 2019, and have been charged with ‘abandoning’ Natalia.

The Unkindest Cut

GARY VAN RYSWYK, 74, of Sebring, Florida, has been charged with practising medicine without a licence following a bizarre incident at his home. On August 18, 2019, police responded to a 911 hang-up call from Van Ryswyk’s house. Van Ryswyk told officers he’d just Gary Van Ryswyk

removed the testicles of a man he’d met on a ‘website for those who have a fetish for castration’. Officers found a 53-year-old man lying on a bed, holding a towel to his groin, with said body parts in a nearby jar. He was sent to hospital for medical treatment. Police found a ‘surgery room’ in the house with medical equipment and a camera to record the procedures. Investigators said Van Ryswyk admitted to performing the surgery on at least one other man. He also said he removed one of his own testicles. His most recent procedure went wrong when the ‘patient’ bled profusely, making it difficult for Van Ryswyk to suture the wounds.

Just Another Night In Detroit

PARAMEDICS responded to a home

A Little Too Much Animal Love

HE calls himself Sexy Vegan, but his real name is Hansel DeBartolo III and he lives in West Hollywood, California. After changing his name in 2016, the 37-year-old had his new moniker tattooed on his forehead and chest. He claims to be an ‘Instagram sensation’ and a 2020 presidential candidate. But currently, notes the Los Angeles Times, he’s a resident of the Twin Towers Correctional Facility, on charges of sexual abuse of his dog ‒ which he captured on video and posted on social media. “I do get judged a lot for being Sexy Vegan different,” Vegan told Dr Phil in 2017.

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THE largest number of missing children worldwide are runaways, then family abductions, being lost or injured, and non-family abductions.

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in Detroit on the evening of September 21, where a man was suffering from a heart attack. As they worked on the victim, another man took a woman into a bedroom in the home and stabbed her.

Then he ran out of the house and, according to Fox News, is still on the loose. The woman died at the scene and the heart attack victim did not survive.

Police are still trying to work out the relationship between the three people.

N South Africa alone, almost 1 000 children are reported missing every year. The actual figure is probably much higher.

Currently the police have an 82 percent success rate finding the children. Ideally they’d like to achieve a 100 percent success rate. But they need your help!

Have you seen any of these people?

IF you think you’ve seen any of these people, or would like to report a missing person, contact the Bureau For Missing People on (012) 3932005, or fax (012) 393-2012. Missing people can contact the bureau to let them know they’re alive and well – even if they don’t want to get in touch with family.

HELPLINES

People Against Women Abuse: Telephone: (011) 591-6803 E-mail: info@powa.co.za / Website: www.powa.co.za Rape Crisis: (021) 447-1467 / E-mail: info@rapecrisis.org.za Lifeline: 0861 322 322/ (011) 422-4242 Childline: 0800 055 555 / E-mail: admin@childlinesa.org.za SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection And Sexual Offences Unit (FCS): (012) 393-2107 / (012) 393-1000 Teddy Bear Clinic: (011) 484-4554 / Soweto: (011) 980-8160 Aids Helpline: 0800 012 322, or (011) 880-0405 Tara Eating Disorder Unit: (011) 535-3000

MANDLENKOSI JOHN NZAMA Disappeared: September 4, 2019 Age: 53 MANDLENKOSI left home in Umlazi to withdraw money and never returned. He was wearing black trousers, a black checked shirt, black shoes and a black jersey.

MPUMELELO NKOSI Disappeared: October 26, 2019 Age: 18 MPUMELELO was last seen in Honeydew by his mother he left home without telling anyone where he was going and never returned. He was wearing blue jeans and a black t-shirt.

Cansacare Centres: 0800 226 622 / E-mail: info@cansa.org.za SA Depression & Anxiety Support Group (SADAG): 0800 567 567 / Counsellors: (011) 234-4837 Alcoholics Anonymous South Africa: 0861 435 722 SANCA: (011) 892-3829 Gamblers Anonymous: 060 624 7140 / 071 377 2746 (Office hours) LGBT Out Services: (012) 430-3272 / 066 190 5812 Legal Aid Advice Line: 0800 110 110 Crime Stop Line: 0860 10111 Corruption Watch Hotline: 0800 023 456 Pink Ladies For Missing Children: 072 214 7439 / 083 378 4882

FLORENCE NOMATHEMBA NOFEMELE Disappeared: October 10, 2018 Age: 72 FLORENCE left home in Umlazi to visit the Nzala family and never returned home. She was wearing a green shirt and red jacket.

MOHAMMED BARNETT Disappeared: Unknown Age: 19 MOHAMMED left his home in Florida without telling anyone where he was going and never returned. He was wearing blue overalls.

REAL LIFE TEAM of talented artists is turning pets into a royal renaissance painting that will last

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Hanna Kostenko, 31, is an artist and founder of ‘Royal Pet Pawtrait’, where she and her colleagues who are based around the world create paintings of pets based on images of kings, princesses, nobles and military of the 14th-16th centuries. Hanna got the idea three years ago while working on projects about animals and after watching The Secret Life Of Pets. The artists use unique brushes, special techniques and professional effects to create the effect of oil painting, even incorporating some of the pets’ favourite toys ‒ and every pawtrait takes up to five days to complete.

“The key moment in the creation Royal Pet Pawtrait was the [animated film] The Secret Life Of Pets,” Hanna says.

SOURCE: MAGAZINE FEATURES

MAGINE the secret life of your pet − as a royal princess who rules the dog world!

A Lick OfPaint A TEAM of artists is turning beloved pets into Renaissance paintings.

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“After watching it I definitely knew what I needed to do and how make it work. Imagine the secret life of your pet ‒ as a royal princess who rules the dog world! Or [maybe] he’s a great general who conquered France with his mouse guard and got the best Roquefort cheese; maybe he is an admiral of the cat navy and owns all the fish in the ocean? All these imaginary stories are part of the pet’s mysterious inner royal life, and are a lot of fun. Every portrait is special to us and the emotional reaction we get from our clients is the reason we do this. We usually hear, ‘ Wow, this is amazing! This is a true masterpiece’.”

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ASCINATING photographs of a reclusive cannibalistic tribe that would use the decapitated heads of their enemies as pillows and allegedly committed the gruesome murder of Michael Rockefeller 50 years ago have emerged.

Intense photo portraits show the men, women and children of the Asmat people who live on the coast of New Guinea – including tribal elders sitting behind their sacred masks of wood, the hard stare of an older man sporting a feathered headdress, and a handsome teenager who seems far more at ease in the front of the camera. Other striking shots include the tribe gathering for a community meeting in a rudimentary hut and a collection of the controversial tribe heading across the coastal waters of Papua, Indonesia on their own hand-hewn canoes. But the stunning photographs, captured by photographer

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the Asmat people have spent centuries hunting down their enemies and removing their heads, sometimes transforming their decapitated skulls into pillows and other times using them as macabre bowls to eat the flesh of their opposing tribes.

“I have always really wanted to go to Papua, in particular the Asmat area,” admitted Chiodini, who also works as a manager for an energy company.

“I discarded several expeditions to the area because they didn’t include Asmat and chose a tour based on the recommendation of a local expert.

Asmat handicraft is legendary, of course and a big reason for my visit. Another was the beautiful body and facial decorations on display; but most of all I yearned Photographer and explorer to explore a tribe which Gianluca is close to Chiodini ‘world limits’.

But you really need to want to go to Asmat, because it takes several days to get there; you need to sleep in tents in their longhouse, to navigate in narrow rivers and they are not that friendly.

I knew the Rockefeller story before I got there; I was also a little bit scared because you cannot know what you will face when you arrive in the area.

Officially headhunting ceased in the ’90s. What I can say is that Asmat are relatively isolated and their most important cultural traditions are still strong ‒ you can feel it as you explore the area.

Asmat did not only hunt for skulls, they also worshipped them. The skulls Michael Rockefeller

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of the deceased were stripped of the brain and the eyes and nasal parts were closed up in order to prevent evil spirits entering or exiting the body. Skulls that were modified and decorated were displayed by the Asmat in an honourable place in their homes. Although the practice is said to have waned since the 1990s, the Asmat people have long believed that when they killed a man and ate him, they take his power and become him. Every person was named after someone deceased, or after a killed enemy. Without doubt their biggest alleged scalp was Michael C. Rockefeller – the great-grandson of the Standard Oil founder John D. Rockefeller, once the richest man on Earth, and son of Nelson Rockefeller, who became Gerald Ford’s vice president. Michael was exploring New Guinea in 1961 in search

of treasures to bring home and put on display in his hometown of New York City. He visited Asmat – where he declared the region as ‘wild and somehow more remote country than what I have ever seen before’ – where he had a pragmatic, if not overly friendly, relationship with the local tribes. As his boat approached what is now Papua New Guineas on November 19, a sudden squall churned the water and capsised Rockefeller’s boat. Despite being 10 miles from dry land, he attempted to swim to shore. In 2014, Carl Hoffman, a reporter for National Geographic, revealed in his book Savage Harvest [available from Exclusive Books] that he believed Rockefeller was murdered and eaten by the Asmat people. According to years of research, the Oil Standard heir had managed to make it back

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to the island but was confronted by a bank of Asmat tribespeople who were fishing the waters.”

For Gianluca, the Rockefeller murder was no reason not to visit one of the most unspoilt areas on Earth. He remembers speaking to the tribal elders, old enough to have partaken in their tribe’s history of cannibalism and headhunting, and being distracted by the notion of asking the ancient warriors to pose for a photo.

“Being able to capture people in their environment and show what life is like in these places is a big part of what I enjoy about travel photography,” he says. “In other worlds, connecting with locals, even if sometimes just with non-verbal language. This is when I take my best shots.”

Little GOES A LONG WAY

A CHANCE encounter opened a couple’s eyes to an incredible way they could help pay it forward for destitute children.

ATH and Danny Brink, from Cape Town, always had a vision to help children in need but never knew quite how to go about it; as with so many great things, Little Brinks ‒ a non-profit organisation ‒ started quite by chance.

In 2008 Katherine and Danny went to the Department Of Social Services offices in Elsies River to meet their adopted daughter’s biological family. While in the offices they were struck by the number of children and elderly people who came to the offices destitute and unable to think of where their next meal would come from.

“I remember looking at Danny and saying, ‘We need to do something!’. That year we held the first of many Christmas parties, providing presents and all important food parcels for 50 children. The following year we started taking in kids in emergency situations for the night so social workers could find them a safe long-term home. We opened a soup kitchen at Buren High School in Brooklyn that today feeds young people three times a week with a nutritional lunch.”

Children whose parents can’t afford to buy school bags receive ones donated to Little Brinks by the public

REAL LIFE PEOPLE HAS HEART

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Katherine with her husband Danny are the founders of Little Brinks

The kitchen feeds as many as 150 learners every day Kath explains the Buren High School lunch project started when a group of concerned teachers noticed that several learners were coming to school hungry and were struggling to concentrate because of this. The school approached Little Brinks, who agreed to help, and together they opened the Little Brinks Kitchen at the school. On the very first day 60 children came for food. The next day there were 80 and soon the kitchen was feeding as many as 150 learners every day.

“We have also started feeding programmes at crèches in Du Noon and in Hout Bay, where we found many kids that were going to bed hungry because their parents, while good people, just cannot find work. We started a matric dance room where girls can borrow a dress and shoes, making it possible for them to look like princesses, for free.

We also work through social workers in the specific areas that are in need of help and we do this so that it helps the family with getting grants and getting their children into schools as well as helping register children and getting birth certificates, which many do not have. We then meet families and see what they need and how we can help.

Three years ago we opened a safehouse for children aged from newborn to six years old who need to be urgently placed in safekeeping for 90 days, but also take on siblings and older kids who are suicidal for a few days finding them a more permanent safe place. We also plan on doing a ‘Don’t Dump Your Baby Campaign’ early this year,” says Kath.

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In addition, the Brinks have plans to start a project to rehabilitate teens who have grown up only knowing crime and hate through sport, and by giving them a place to stay and training them in a trade, giving them hope and encouraging them to actually have dreams so they don’t continue the cycle of gangsterism and drugs while locked up. They also feed four pensioners from an old age home, as well as run a safehouse.

“The safehouse started out as an emergency home where children could stay for up to 90 days. Danny and I registered as safe parents with the Department Of Social Development.

We work closely with the Department Of Social Development, as well as other government and private organisations,” she says.

Katherine gave up her full time job to run Little Brinks, which receives no funding from government and relies solely on the donations of people every month – this is done in the form of monthly R100 pledges, which is then used towards purchasing the items for those who rely on them.

“Our vision is to ensure that each and every child and baby has a place of safety, food and clothing. We have seen far too many cases of abuse – some of which will continue to live with us forever. That said, we are now absolutely dedicated to making a difference in the lives of these little people – helping those who cannot be heard or speak for themselves,” adds Danny.

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LITTLE BRINKS runs various projects that require the assistance of the public. If you would like help, contact them on 083 291 0907 (Danny) or 084 871 1324 (Kath).

REAL LIFE MNANDI NEWS

BY JACQUI THOMPSON

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Apricot

Adopt Adorable Me! Kayla

PLEASE call Wet Nose Animal Rescue Centre on (013) 932-3941 or e-mail: adoptions@wetnose.co.za, if one of us has caught your eye! Please note strict home checks and adoption procedures will apply beforehand.

Lanie

Khan

ANT to say thank you? Got something positive to say about someone? Has a stranger done a good deed for you? Have you received outstanding service from a place or a person?

We want to know about it. No kind deed should go unacknowledged. E-mail mnandinews@gmail.com or sms the word ‘Mnandi’ to 48408. Keep your message to about 50 words and include your name or pseudonym and area.

MY daughter has a charm bracelet with some valuable charms that she’s been collecting since she was 13. We were in Watercrest Mall when a gentleman came running up and handed us the little silver cross that had fallen off. I can’t believe how lucky it was that someone saw it fall and that he was honest enough to hand it us. It was unbelievable.

Lesego and Kady, Pinetown A BIG thank you to The Mask in Parkview for their ongoing excellent service and the extended hours they offered over the Christmas period. I moved to Joburg last year and a friend recommended them.

Peeps Of The Week SEND only one pic to dearpeople@caxton.co.za with your name and a caption, and put the photo category in the subject line and we will feature you in people magazine.

Mokgadi Mikken Chaba ‒ self love.

SPREADING feel-good news.

What a hidden delightful surprise! I always feel very pampered and spoilt when I go there. It has been in that area since the 1970s and is still going strong, and I’m sure it is because of their quality and good therapists.

Alyssia F, Greenside East MY dog Petal went missing for five nights and four days. My incredible friends and family (Maria, Yael, Tal, Kim, Brett, Teal, Sach, Jess, Chris, Irit, Don, Benita, Mom and Dad) were by my side every second, helping me with supportive calls and messages, driving me around looking for her, phoning vets, SPCAs and putting posters up. A man called Padney saw a poster outside the Financial Fitness Centre where he was working.

That poster was the last one of 200 to go up.

He recognised her because he’d seen her at his friend Tshepo’s place in Tembisa. A special thank you to Chris for driving me to fetch Petal. I’m so grateful she was safe with someone with a good heart. Maria, thank you for always being available. Blessed to have people in my life who didn’t stop helping me and contributed to getting her back. A reward was given to both men.

Beth Stein, Johannesburg

Meme Of The Week

Pet Of The Week

WE’RE sharing our favourite pet pictures with you every week! Send us a caption and your picture to gabrielleo@caxton.co.za My dog Mr Miyag Jo Mari

Me and my loving daughter.

Thando Zondi

Me and hubby Bruce Moabi.

Love him to bits and pieces!

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guitar vibe and the singer-songwriter thing, which I wasn’t expecting actually.

It’s a case of knowing your audience, going out on tour and seeing what makes people cry, what makes people jump around and what makes people want to rock out and tear the roof off of the place. So with this next album, I was like, “Right, I’m going to go into the studio to write songs and not stick myself in a specific corner or to pigeonhole myself.” I am glad I did what I did the last time because it worked out but I stuck myself in a specific genre and stayed there. This time is different.

Niall with fellow 1D bandmates Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson you feel at the beginning of this er in your music career? eling really good. I went in with e of just going to write good pop y style and the outcome has . the new album going to be n say right now is the title is a track on the album. It was the wrote down when I started the cess. It just describes the album u felt under pressure to match the f your first album? ally because when you’re ou don’t realise what’s going your bubble. Also, I’m not a eader, unless I am going for ne! Going into this, the way I was t was, “If I just go and write going to come.”

Q: Do you get a lot of people who perhaps weren’t fans of 1D liking your solo material?

NH: Yeah, I’m sure it happens quite often but not everyone is going to be into it, are they? That can be said about any type of music really. I think that’s why I did that type of album first, to try and open up with the audience and give them a good taster of what’s to come. I think Nice To Meet Ya is a good transition of that into the next period.

Q: How do you decide which songs to put on the new album?

NH: I haven’t got to that part yet! I’ve whittled it down to about 17. I’m going to try and drop it down from there but it’s quite hard when you are emotionally attached to songs. You have to get your ignorance ears on and just be like, “That’s not good enough! Is that really meant to be there?” It’s tough to get it down to that small number.

Q: Is there a theme with this new album?

NH: Yeah, It’s definitely on the rockier side of pop. I try and write my songs around riffs, which I guess a lot of pop songs aren’t now because it’s all just melody driven. I try and write my songs from the rock influence side of it. There’s all kind of ’80s grooves, hard-hitting drums and big basses.

Q: What have you learned about yourself since your first solo album?

NH: I definitely learned from Flicker that people still crave that singer-songwriter thing in this world of fast-moving tracks.

People still crave the acoustic

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Q: What are your plans for the next tour?

NH: I love performing so the live show will be based on what I do in the studio. On the first album I wanted to keep it relatively small because it suited that type of music.

Now, I’ll have two records that are starting to ramp up the tempo and they will blend together nicely. The bigger the show, the better. In my head, I’m still a 12-year-old with an air guitar standing in front of the mirror, so I love getting out on stage.

Q What can you tell us about your friendship with Lewis Capaldi?

NH: My cousin introduced me to his music.

He had this thing with Vevo with less than 1 000 views with a song called Bruises. I just saw him and heard his voice and it was like, “This guy’s unbelievable�” Then I wrote to him and said, “I love what you are doing. If you ever want to come and play a show with me...”

So we met up in Glasgow, where he is from, when I was playing my show there. He came out and played a few tunes before I went on.

Lewis Capaldi We had a few beers. It was St Patrick’s Day, there was a rugby game on television and we met up and we got drunk! Exactly what you see is what you get with Lewis. You will never be able to change that man, which is the best thing.

Q: Finally, what do you do to relax between everything else you are doing?

NH: Most of the time I just chill. I go home, snooze, watch television, watch something on Netflix or something. That’s it really.

I just tend to stay at home but when I go to different cities around the world, I like to have a good look around because for a long time I couldn’t go anywhere. It’s nice to be able to walk the streets again.

SPOTLIGHT

BY EL BROIDE

HOT AND HEAVY:

Ricardo and Adrianna

WHAT you need to know about the reality show that is pushing the boundaries when it comes to what love is supposed to look like.

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In TLC’s brand-new reality series Hot And Heavy, viewers get a glimpse of what life and dating is like while struggling with obesity. The series follows the lives of three ‘mixed weight’ couples who often face harsh comments and criticisms for their weight – specifically because the women are heavier than the men. The series, which has just premiered in the United States, has been met with harsh criticism, but TLC has hit back saying the series hopes to show the world that love has no size.

Throughout the series, we get a glimpse into the lives of the three couples as they face the difficulties of dating as a ‘mixed weight’ couple. First, there’s Joy and Chris. The couple has been dating for three years and Chris is ready to take the next step. But his family and Joy and Chris

prettier.

Meanwhile, Kristin and Rusty have been married for two years and are trying to have a baby. However, Kristin has been told that she won’t be able to bear a child because of her weight.

Finally, we are introduced to Adriana and Ricardo, who are an open book when it comes to the trials and tribulations of being a ‘mixed weight’ couple.

Since the show was announced late last year, people have been very quick to criticise TLC

for their bold new concept.

“I get that obese people need love too, but celebrating morbid obesity is just wrong, it’s not something to aspire to.

Definitely avoiding this show,” a viewer said on Instagram. Another viewer added, “Loving someone for who they are is wonderful and amazing, and we should all do it. Enabling something life-threatening is another story. These women have real medical issues and need to try and lose weight, not be skinny, but lose weight.”

However, the stars of the series say that they do not feel exploited at all and are proud to be part of a show that shows the world that love stories look different to different people.

“I feel empowered,” Rusty’s wife, Kristin says. “I feel like I have a voice now in this world. We are a normal couple. We have normal everyday lives, normal everyday struggles just like everybody else. But a lot of people don’t see us as a normal couple.”

Meanwhile, Adrianna says, “You see it in the media all the time – larger men who are with typically attractive women… You see it on sitcoms and in cartoons like The Simpsons and Family Guy. Where do you see couples that are like us with a larger woman? It’s really underrepresented.”

The series has certainly proved to be a conversation starter.

A LOOK AT THE

Feeder Fetish

WHILE shows like Hot & Heavy are out there to squash the notion that ‘mixed weight’ couples are improper, the truth is, some men are sexually aroused by seeing their partner gain weight. While fat fetishism could simply be someone attracted to someone who is overweight, it becomes a problem when one party gets obsessed with feeding to the point of making their partner morbidly obese. For feeders, it’s not just about being sexual with an obese partner, it’s the journey of getting them there.

There’s a lot more to being a feeder than simply enjoying a partner who’s on the heavier side. It’s about obtaining a sense of power and dominance through the act of feeding by bringing loss of mobility and even the inability to perform the simplest life tasks without their assistance.

“Some consider this fetish to be part of BDSM,” says Dr Alexis Conason, a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in eating disorders, body image concerns and sexual issues.

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what the feedee puts into their body and how the body changes as a result of his actions.”

While many men and women have found ways to make a lot of money online by charging people to watch them eat, the feeder fetish has proven to be an extremely dangerous one and many obese men and women have almost lost their lives because of their partner’s desire to change their body. Donna Simpson, the world’s heaviest woman to give birth, says that she quit the dangerous lifestyle for reasons relating to her health and her ability to care for her children.

At her heaviest, 330 kilos, she was earning R1.2-million a year just by charging people to watch her eat online. This is why shows like TLC’s Hot And Heavy are trying to change people’s perceptions of obesity and ‘mixed weight’ couples. While these men are attracted to their larger women, they’re not actively trying to control them through food, and are therefore challenging the stigma that comes with dating someone who’s overweight.

SPOTLIGHT

BY MICHAEL SEKHU

FROM movies to series and documentaries, here’s what’s got top billing on our entertainment programme.

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THE TURNING

ARLY this year DreamWorks Pictures’ The Turning takes us to a mysterious estate in the Maine countryside, where newly appointed nanny Kate is charged with the care of two disturbed orphans, Flora and Miles. Quickly, though, she discovers that both the children and the house are harbouring dark secrets and things may not be as they appear... The film is based on Henry James’ landmark haunted house novella The Turn Of The Screw.

Things You Should Be

The Turning opens in cinemas on January 31.

Watching Right Now!

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1917

SAM MENDES, the Oscar-winning director of Skyfall, Spectre and American Beauty, brings his singular vision to World War I epic 1917. At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers, Schofield (George MacKay) and Blake (Dean-Charles Chapman) are given a seemingly impossible mission: in a race against time, they must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers – Blake’s brother among them.

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ALL ABOUT PROPERTY

ALL ABOUT PROPERTY takes a factual look at the South African real estate market and aims to equip new, existing and potential property buyers and sellers with an up-to-date understanding of the ins and outs of the property market.

Whether you’re a buyer with a modest budget or a rather boastful one, a seller wanting to upgrade or downscale, or a real estate investor, All About Property has got you covered. Catch various real estate professionals and stakeholders as they acquaint you with the different types of residential offerings, and give you their professional advice on home finance and the legalities of property transactions.

They’ll offer you pointers on home-buying and growing your property investment portfolio, and examine how certain trends and technological innovations have influenced the industry.

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Catch All About Property, Wednesdays from February 5 at 20h30 on The Home Channel.

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E! LIVE FROM THE RED: OSCARS 2020

E! HAS the best spot on the Red Carpet to bring you all the glitz and glam straight from Hollywood. Don’t miss its live coverage of the Oscars Red Carpet as the biggest names in film and television don the (hopefully!) best outfits while hoping to walk away with a golden prize.

Catch E!’s live coverage of the red carpet on Sunday, February 10 at 00h00 on E!

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5 LOCKDOWN

JAPAN WITH SUE PERKINS

ONE of the UK’s most popular comediennes, Sue Perkins, is back with a new travel series, this time looking into the a country that comprises the very old and the ultra-modern – Japan. It’s often described as a futuristic nation and technological Mecca, but Japan is also steeped in tradition. From Tokyo, with its neon digital displays, thronging population and bullet-fast trains, to mountainous villages with artisans finding new ways to preserve ancient traditions, Sue explores the rift between age-old traditions and new-age technology in a country that strives to honour its past while embracing the future.

Catch Japan With Sue Perkins, Fridays from February 7 at 19h00 on BBC Earth.

NOTORIOUS for its cliff-hangers, plot twists and emotional rollercoasters, Lockdown takes viewers into the cells and offices of Thabazimbi Women’s Correctional Facility. As Season Five kicks off, boss Deborah (Pamela Nomvete) finds herself under pressure from the Department of Correctional Services after one death too many at the prison. Meanwhile arch-rivals Mazet and Tyson are still running the prison yard together (for now), and Monde is trying to make things right with Vicky while worrying about her sister Katlego, who’s been transferred to Kgotsong Asylum. This season also sees legendary actress Sophie Lichaba join the cast.

Catch Season Fi

THE NINETIES

rom January 31.

FATHER BROWN

RARELY does a decade begin as dramatically as the 1990s did. We were just catching our breath after the fall of the Berlin Wall when a series of extraordinary events crowded the world stage. The collapse of East European communism, the freeing of Nelson Mandela, the reunification of Germany, the Persian Gulf War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Grunge, hip hop and boy bands defined the decade musically as artists like Nirvana, Tupac Shakur and N’Sync provided an almost dizzying variety of music.

From executive producers Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, and Mark Herzog, The Nineties explores the decade that gave us the Internet, DVDs, and other cultural and political milestones.

THE charming Father Brown, played by Mark Williams, returns to solve more mysteries in the sleepy Cotswold village of Kembleford. In this series, based on the character created by GK Chesterton, the charismatic priest investigates the murder of an eccentric beekeeper, uncovers the hidden motivations behind a deadly art exhibition and steps in when Mrs McCarthy’s family reunion is threatened by a fortune-teller’s predictions.

And when Bunty is tried for the murder of a young aristocrat, it’s a race against time for Father Brown to prove her innocence and save her from the hangman’s noose.

The Nineties airs on Sundays from February 2 at 19h20 on History Africa.

Catch Father Brown, Fridays from February 7 at 20h00 on BBC First.

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SEX, EXPLAINED

ATTRACTION, fantasies and fertility ‒ discover the ins and outs of the birds and the bees in this fun and informative series, narrated by singer-actress Janelle Monáe.

GRACE AND FRANKIE

FOR as long as they can remember, Grace and Frankie have been rivals. Their one-upmanship comes crashing to a halt, however, when they learn that their husbands have fallen in love... with one another. As everything around the ladies comes apart, the only thing they can rely on is each other. Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are two women reinventing their lives in this funny and honest series, now returning for Season Six.

The new season of Grace & Frankie is available for streaming on Netflix.

Sex, Explained is available for streaming on Netflix.

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SPOTLIGHT EXTRAS

BY EL BROIDE

WE’VE got all your entertainment needs covered.

Lizzie McGuire Reboot HALTS PRODUCTION

F you’re counting down the days until the Lizzie McGuire reboot premieres on Disney+, the entertainment company’s streaming platform, you’re going to have to wait a little bit longer. After filming two episodes of the reboot, Terri Minsky, the original creator and showrunner of Lizzie McGuire, took leave of the whole thing.

“Fans have a sentimental attachment to Lizzie McGuire and high expectations for a new series. After filming two episodes, we concluded that we need to move in a different creative direction and are putting a new lens on the series,” a Disney spokesperson said in a statement. None of the cast members has broken their silence on the show’s hiatus. Meanwhile, the star, Hilary Duff, married long-time boyfriend Matthew Koma and recently jetted off to southern Africa for their honeymoon, enjoying a safari and a relaxing vacation at the coast.

DON’T EXPECT THE CROWN TO TOUCH HARRY AND MEGHAN’S ROYAL EXIT

SHAMELESS RENEWED FOR 11TH (AND FINAL!) SEASON

WE’RE only halfway through the reported six seasons of Netflix’s popular royal drama The Crown, but viewers are already speculating on what the series will explore when it gets closer to Queen Elizabeth II’s present-day story. Apparently, what we can rule out is Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s exit ‒ in fact, any recent royal history can be taken out of the equation.

“To be honest, whatever the life of The Crown is after where we are now, I doubt we’ll ever go as far into the present day,” executive producer Suzanne Mackie says.

The show’s third season saw Olivia Colman win a Golden Globe in the Best Actress In A Drama TV Series category for her portrayal off Queen Elizabeth II and she, alongside cast members Helena Bonham-Carter, Tobias Menzies, Erin Doherty and Josh O’Connor have already shot the show’s upcoming fourth season which is expected to premiere later this year.

THE Gallaghers are about to sing their swan song. After 10 incredibly successful seasons of Shameless, Showtime has announced that the series will return for an 11th and final season in 2021. The announcement was made at the 2020 Television Critics Association winter press tour and the cast and crew are thrilled to be part of the longest running series on the network.

“One. Last. Hoorah. Shameless season 11: our final season. Thank you, Showtime, for keeping us employed the last 11 years and letting everyone party with the Gallaghers, too. And thank you guys for sticking with us for so long through all of our ups and downs. This is so bittersweet,” Emma Kenney, who plays Debbie

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LAURA WHITMORE

TO REPLACE CAROLINE FLACK AS LOVE ISLAND HOST

FORMER Love Island d presenter Caroline Flack has been axed from the show after she reportedly assaulted her boyfriend Lewis Burton with a lamp and was subsequently arrested and charged.

Now, Laura Whitmore has taken over the series, which is currently shooting its sixth season in Cape Town.

“To say I’m excited to be heading to Cape Town to host Love Island, d the biggest show on television, is an understatement,” Whitmore said as she confirmed her role as host. Laura added that Caroline is ‘a brilliant host and also a friend’ and has been nothing but supportive as she takes over her role.

Paul Mortimer, ITV’s head of digital channels and acquisitions says, “[Whitmore] is the best person for the job and is a popular and experienced presenter of live television. While Caroline is away, we know that Love Island d will be in very safe hands.”

The show continues to be a ratings hit and the new winter addition is an exciting step for the brand.

THE MASKED DANCER ANNOUNCED

THE MASKED SINGER is certainly the most exciting singing reality show right now and as the franchise takes off in different parts of the world, Fox and executive producer Ellen DeGeneres have announced the series’ first spin-off – The Masked Dancer. The new show is inspired by the bit made famous on the comedienne’s talk show and will feature celebrity contestants covered head-to-toe in elaborate costumes, including face masks, tasked with performing unique dances.

“This is gonna be just as fun and suspenseful as The Masked Singer, but with a lot more Krumping,” Ellen said in a statement announcing the new show. “And I cannot wait!”

Rob Wade, president of alternative entertainment and specials at Fox Entertainment, says, “We’re still blown away by The Masked Singer’s r massive impact on pop culture, but when Ellen debuted her own inventive segment, The Masked Dancer, r on her show, we were truly amazed.

We are thrilled to partner with Ellen on this new format and take The Masked Dancerr to a whole new creative level.”

NAMBITHA BEN-MAZWI GETS CANDID ON HER NEW THE QUEEN ROLE

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Gallagher said Gallagher, said.

Executive producer John Wells released a statement saying, “I’m unbelievably thankful for all of the years of support from Gary Levine and everyone at Showtime that’s allowed us to make Shameless,” adding, “It’s been a fantastic experience and all of us in the cast and crew have had a wonderful time following the lives of the Gallagher family and friends. It’s been a pleasure!”

IF you’re a fan of the local drama series The Queen on Mzansi Magic you’ll know that Nambitha Ben-Mazwi has made her debut on the telenovela as New York-born African American, Shaqueesha. Nambitha has already made waves on the local and international with her work on e.tv’s Scandal! and Netflix’s Black Mirror. But the star says that her new role on The Queen is her best work yet.

“Maintaining an American dialect, while also tapping into and becoming a mentally unstable character with a deep, traumatic and troubling past, has been so fulfilling to play,” she says, adding, “Something in me shifted. I was set to leave a mark through this role and give it my absolute all, and the audience will see a shift in me through my craft. I accessed parts of me that I never knew existed, I surprised myself. I’ve been yearning for more challenges in stories, and this role was the well packaged challenge I [sought]. I always wait for opportunities to showcase more of my depth and range, and I know this storyline will unlock a new breakthrough in my career. It’s just the beginning.

This storyline is such a sensitive and important one to tell. As much as there is so much humour and entertainment in her, there is also healing in Shaqueesha.”

Fans have already responded well to the star’s introduction on the show and Nambitha has promised that there will be more exciting roles in 2020.

SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW

BY EL BROIDE

Off The Record With

WE chat to musicians making waves in the SA music scene!

KURT DARREN

IS is a career that’s spanned over 25 years and seen Kurt Darren amass a whopping 24 albums under his belt. And even as the pop star turns 50 years old this month, he shows no signs of slowing down, with his latest record #Partytjiedierr proving he’s still South Africa’s ultimate party starter. We caught up with the SA t fi d t b t this curren the future

How is #Partytjiedier different from your previous material?

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What made Klein Saterdag the perfect introduction to your new era?

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SPOTLIGHT REVIEWS

BY EL BROIDE COUNTRY DEMI LEE MOORE

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LOCAL songstress Demi Lee Moore’s debut album Mis Eet Slaap Herhaall became one of the highest-selling albums of 2018, and now she’s back with her highly-anticipated followup album Country. Despite the expectation to deliver an album that would be just as successful as her debut, the songstress opted to go in a different route from that of the first, and has rerecorded some of her favourite country songs like Neon Moon, A Long And Happy Life, Queen Of Hearts and more; but the songs sound authentically Demi and not some sort of karaoke project – which is important when you look at the direction of a cover album. Demi has phenomenal vocals and you’re drawn to focus on every word she sings. She gives some of the best performances on this and reminds us why her career, though budding, has already been an impactful one.

El’s Favourite Track: Queen Of Hearts

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THE books you should have on your to-read list.

SUMMER FOOD TJAART WALRAVEN

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TJAART WALRAVEN may trace his ancestral roots to the North Sea, but his heart is firmly set in Africa and he has cemented himself as an industry leader in the local food and beverage space; and after judging on The Great South African Bake Off, f he’s come out with a fab new cook book highlighting the exceptional smells and tastes of summer.

Look out for delicious, easy-tocopy recipes for dishes like a tomato gazpacho, a twice-baked cheese soufflé, a scrumptious Thai fish curry, roast pork with the ultimate crackling and a grilled aubergine salad as well as desserts like panna cotta and honeycomb ice cream, churros and South African favourites like a milk tart.

STILL FRIENDS SAUL AUSTERLITZ

SPECTRUM WESTLIFE

EVERYDAY LIFE COLDPLAY

IRISH pop group Westlife is back with their first album since 2010’s Gravity, and they’re still very much the band we lost our hearts to in the beginning. This a pop record with the grace, growth and emotion ‒ which figures, considering the group has enlisted the songwriting skills of Ed Sheeran, James Arthur, James Bay and long-time producer Steve Mac. Vocally, the group is on top of their game and while the album pretty safe, it’s a great nostalgia trip.

Spectrum isn’t ground breaking, but it’s an album one that’s easy to listen to and fans will certainly enjoy the new material.

El’s Favourite Track: Better Man

COLDPLAY has embarked on a new era with their latest album Everyday Life, featuring two eight-track parts: Sunrise and Sunset, t and what can we say?

They’re incredible ‒ certainly one of the most significant pop/rock groups of our time. Coldplay are storytellers and Everyday is filled with obsevations of life’s beauty and injustices, with Chris Martin’s inimitable vocals as transfixing as ever, and his willingness to continually experiment and step outside of his comfort zone something that makes each of the band’s offerings a pure pleasure to listen to.

El’s Favourite Track: Daddy

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App-solutely Fabulous

RUNPEE

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HONESTLY, this is one of the most outrageous apps we’ve discovered over the past few months – and it’s one we never knew we always wanted. Because there’s nothing worse for cinema-goers than an inconvenient nature call, having to run out to take a tinkle and missing out on important moments during the film! With RunPee, that’s a thing of the past, The team behind the app go and watch all major releases and highlight the right time to sneak away for a bathroom break. The app comes with a timer: you start it when the movie begins, and then it will vibrate before each designated pee time. What’s more, the app updates you with what you’re missing during your trip to the loo too!

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WHILE we find ourselves starring in The One Where We Wait For A Reunion we can always satisfy our nostalgia with reruns and this gem of a book from pop culture historian Saul Austerlitz. In Still Friends, Saul looks back at the show’s 10 years and gives fans insight into their favourite characters and episodes with insider information. Saul’s spoken to the show’s creators, cast members and industry insiders to get a deeper understanding of the cultural phenomenon that is Friends and you can expect talk of trivia contests, prom videos, trips to London, Super Bowls, lesbian weddings, wildly popular hairstyles, superstar cameos, mad dashes to the airport and million-dollar contracts. A must-read for any Friends fanatic.

HOW TO RANDALL MUNROE

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THIS is the world’s most entertaining ‒ and useless ‒ self-help guide! For any task you might want to do, there’s a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally complex, excessive, and inadvisable that no one would ever try it. In his new book ‘How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems’, Randall Munroe goes for the third option, giving readers a different outlook on just how many approaches there are to a problem we encounter.

Whether it’s describing how to tell you if you’re a millennial or baby boomer by measuring the radioactivity of your teeth, or giving tips for taking a selfie using a telescope, How To is outrageous and hilarious in equal measure.

SPOTLIGHT

COMIC STRIPS

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Time to sit back and enjoy a chuckle with our cartoons.

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PUZZLES

GIANT WORDSEARCH NO. 533

CAN you find the listed words in the box of letters? They may read horizontally, vertically and diagonally, either forwards or backwards, but always in straight lines.

TV QUIZ

1. What is the name of the novel the second season is loosely based on?

2. True or False: Season Two was released on Netflix on December 26, 2019.

3. Which actress from The Haunting Of Hill House also featurs on Season Two of You? 4. Which character does she portray?

5. Name the actress portraying Candice, Joe’s exgirlfriend and a fledgling musician?

6. In which city is the second season set?

7. Which character does James Scully portray in the series?

8. Joe lands a job in the bookshop-café of which trendy grocery store?

9. Which actor stars as Gabe, Love’s oldest friend and closest companion?

10. True or False: Season Two is the final season of You.

Season Two of You is available for streaming on Netflix.

CELEB QUIZ

BACKING BATIK BEARSKIN BLEND BURLAP CAMO CANVAS CHECK CHEESECLOTH CHINE CHINO CORD COTTON CREPE DACRON DAMASK DOWN DRILL FIBRE FLAX

FLEECE FLORAL GINGHAM GRENADINE HESSIAN HORSEHAIR HOUNDSTOOTH JERSEY KHADI KHAKI KNIT LACE LAME LUSTRE LYCRA MOHAIR MOIRE NET NYLON OILCLOTH

RUG SATIN SHAG SHEEN SHEER SHIRTING SILK STRIPE SUEDE SUITING TARTAN TISSUE TOILE TULLE VELOUR VISCOSE VOILE WORSTED

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1. Who was named The Most Powerful Fashion Icon of 2019?

2. True or false: Two of Cameron Diaz’s exes were Justin Timberlake and Jarod Leto.

3. Who is Afternoon Express’ new resident foodie?

4. What emergency surgery did Denise Richards have recently?

5. Who is Sofia Richie’s skin inspiration?

6. What did Robert de Niro say would make him disown his children?

7. True or False: Brad Pitt refused to attend Jennifer Aniston’s Christmas party.

8. Who stormed Kate Upton’s workout event?

9. What is Boity’s new reality show called?

10. Who did Kim Kardashian photoshop into her family Christmas card?

TRIVIA

1. ‘Babbo Natale’, ‘Daidí na Nollag’ and ‘Père Noël’ are all European names for which legendary Western figure?

2. The Periodic Table comprises how many elements?

3. In Scrabble, how many points is the X tile worth?

4. Which country was the first to allow same-sex marriage?

5. What term describes the amount of light a planetary body reflects?

6. Who was the only bachelor to serve as president of the United States?

7. Discovered by Henry Cavendish, what substance was termed ‘inflammable air’?

8. Introduced In 1796, what was the first successful vaccine to be developed?

9. In the 1991 song Hazard by Richard Marx, what was the name of the narrator’s girlfriend who disappears under suspicious circumstances?

10. What is generally conisdered to be the most successful video game of all time?

PUZZLES

CODEBREAKER

CELEB CROSSWORD...

CODEBREAKERS require inspired guesswork. They are crosswords without clues. Every letter of the alphabet is used (you might find it useful to cross out the letters located by the grid as you find them) and each letter has its own number. In this puzzle ‘5’ has the letter ‘H’ so a useful start is to insert ‘H’ in all the boxes that contain the number ‘5’. Vowels appear at least once in a word but letters such as and are few.

‘Z’ ‘X’

Across

NUMBERSEARCH

WITHIN this grid are hidden the numbers below. They are found horizontally, vertically, diagonally and back-to-front.

0035253622 172760172 1910653999 1916208167 19472 2324058379 2710 2712394975

3199279079 3784126 4240977106 4618184 4943865790 5823062 5936273674 6098761594

6208167277 6327246865 6434763726 727327970 7568349419 7594 7710601 7727618026

78906 8293745 9539413 971259685 9740773192 9958

2. James ‘Sonny’ Crockett in the TV series Miami Vice was played by this US actor, whose films include Book Club and Django Unchained (3,7) 4. Hairspray, Gotti, Pulp Fiction, Urban Cowboy, Carrie, Be Cool and The Taking Of Pelham 123 are films in which this US actor starred (4,8) 8. Charlie’s Angels, 50 First Dates, The Wedding Singer, Music And Lyrics, Donnie Darko and E.T. The ExtraTerrestrial, are films in which this US actress starred (4,9) 9. Ukrainian born US actress whose films include Bad Moms, Black Swan, Friends With Benefits, Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Ted (4,5) 10. Two time Academy Award nominated US actor whose films include Gemini Man, I Am Legend, Bad Boys, Men In Black and The Pursuit Of Happyness (4,5)

NUMBER CRUNCH

STARTING from the left with the given number, work your way across each of the puzzles, applying the instruction in each cell to your number.

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Down 1. Atomic Blonde, Flight, Patriots Day, The Flintstones, Captive State and The Big Lebowski are films in which this US actor, who played the role of Dan Conner in the TV series Roseanne, starred (4,7) 3. Leonard Hofstadter in the TV sitcom The Big Bang Theory and David Healy in the TV sitcom Roseanne are roles played by this US actor, whose films include Hancock and Vanilla Sky (6,7) 5. Troy Bolton in the High School Musical films was played by this US actor, whose movies include The Greatest Showman, Baywatch, 17 Again, Dirty Grandpa and Hairspray (3,5) 6. British actor who played the role of Superman in Man Of Steel, Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice and Justice League, and whose films include The Man From U.N.C.L.E. (5,6) 7. Andy Dwyer in the TV sitcom Parks And Recreation was played by this US actor, whose films include Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame (5,5)

JUMBO

CROSSWORD Across

NO. 524

3. Lustrous gem 7. Aquatic mammal 11. Unrefined 17. X-Men professor 18. Poetical feet 19. Arabian sailing ships 20. Lay waste to 21. Scottish widow’s stipend 22. Unearthly 23. Ventilated 24. Seer 25. Breakfast staple 26. French philosopher, Hippolyte …

27. Make bubbly 28. School assignment 29. Continental currency 30. Frock 31. Pair 32. Be in the red 33. Take away 37. Mythical winged horse 40. Up-to-date 44. More …, less speed 48. Whinny 50. Ruminant’s third stomach 51. Din 53. Frozen spike 54. Number in an ennead 56. Soothing succulent 58. Fastener 59. Aromatic spice 60. Can 62. Mend 63. Soak flax 65. Respond to a stimulus 66. Incendiarism 67. Ivory Coast neighbour 68. Mythical monsters 71. Fiction genre 74. Longstanding quarrel 75. India’s first prime minister 77. Juliet’s love 79. Spellbound 80. Farm building 81. Prosecute 82. Musical piece 83. Mediocre (2-2) 84. Arm bones 86. Rough sketch 88. Not quite shut 89. Grumpy Old Men actor, … Davis 91. Apart from 94. Greek letter 96. Supermodel, …

Campbell 98. Otherworldly 100. Zero 101. Passenger vehicles 102. Take advantage of

103. Lives 104. Pool stick 105. Bridge bid 109. Decorates cake 111. Midpoint 112. Solo 113. Bowman 114. Fragrance 116. Ill-humoured 118. Southern ladies 120. Downpour 123. Dangerous fly 125. Possesses 128. Witness 130. Sharp 132. Head (1,4) 134. Curvy letters 137. Noxious vapour 138. Greeting 139. Our planet 140. Drink of champagne and orange juice 141. Star sign 142. Russian rulers 143. Not spoken 144. Join the army 145. Water Lilies painter 146. Conger catcher 147. Pokes fun at 148. Number of deadly sins 149. Enjoys a book 150. Fencing swords

PUZZLES 2

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1. Noted English university 2. Pilots 3. Positive thinker, Norman Vincent …

4. Che Guevara’s first name 5. Lasso 6. Singer, … Jackson 7. Very fat 8. Chinese leader, Mao … (3-4) 9. Paper chiefs 10. Flightless birds 11. Its capital is Kigali 12. Willow 13. Lubricated 14. Hell 15. Pasta tubes 16. Unruffled 34. School on the Thames 35. Keepsake 36. Guest 38. Most active volcano in Europe 39. Drug addict 41. Paper-folding art 42. Magnify 43. Scottish dance 45. Sharpshooter, …

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solution 106. Pinnacle 107. Nimbus 108. Low in fat 110. French vineyards 115. Barrier 117. Comeback 119. Type of menu, à … (2,5) 121. Fencer’s thrust 122. Went in 124. Religious recluse 125. His last words were, “The rest is silence.”

126. Actor, Liam …

127. Couch 129. Go by 130. Stockpile 131. Debate topic 132. Change 133. Lets up 135. Musical symbol 136. Web destinations

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Oakley 46. Dunk in water 47. Lack of sound 49. Colour 52. Flower 55. Concisely (2,1,8) 57. Citrus drink (6,5) 58. Lavish supply 60. Bridal collection 61. Quasimodo’s home (5,4) 64. Citrus fruit 69. Tumbler 70. Boredom 72. Anchors plants 73. Heap 76. Female lobster 78. Actress, … Farrow 85. Lover of Hero 87. Social blunder (4,3) 89. Porridge 90. Frighten 92. Bugs 93. Simplest 95. Skinflint 97. Kon-Tiki Museum is here 99. Antiseptic

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KAKURU

FIT only the numbers 1 to 9 into the grid so that each horizontal run of white squares adds up to the total above the diagonal line to the left of the run, and so that each vertical run of white squares adds up to the total below the diagonal line above the run. No number can be used more than once in any run.

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PUZZLES

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 1

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1. Contend for a prize for a poem etc (7) 8. It’s mostly gas and water that causes such loss (7) 9. Let’s face it! We’re in favour of rank! (7) 10. There’s a genuine hill at the estate agents! (7) 11. Flies mechanically as a result of what I save at doing it differently (7) 15. There’s enough for us all in the bay! (6) 18. For pits in this condition there are gains to be achieved (7) 20. Goes by but obtains re-entry permits (6) 22. ps ... Relay it for the team (7) 26. Reluctant to be involved in such a sales jingle? (7) 27. Notice I’m the model although somewhat fatty (7) 28. 50 Romans shiver, are put out and wrinkle up as a result (7) 29. Cries from the North and South that it is genuine (7)

KIDS MAZE

MONSTER SUDOKU

Down 1. Both the policeman and the sun-god get it from a coconut (5) 2. Get up this morning or I will be found in New Zealand (5) 3. Little Edwin, I see, takes tea according to decree (5) 4. Fewer shelves contain them (5) 5. You’d have to be a donkey to lead such an attack!

(7) 6. Can such a weight cause division in Europe? (6) 7. Defy the sun-god like that and you’ll pay for it! (6) 12. When Romans go to South Australia they need it on their passport (4) 13. How pals become misplaced on the mountains (4) 14. Sore because the little lover-boy has returned?

(4) 15. Provided when little Penny gets ill (4) 16. Catch sight of an agent from the East (4) 17. It’s the rank of a courtier (4) 19. You have to establish its truth again before you can condemn him (7) 20. I spare it and gain commendation (6) 21. When you cut off an Easterner there are very strict consequences (6) 22. Bells are heard ringing when my pals go to the East (5) 23. Len and I have a foreigner staying with us (5) 24. How it will wear when it involves another ode (5) 25. Little Edwin returns to prosecute the kid (5)

MAGIC MAZE

COMPLETE the grid so that every row, column and 4x4 box contains 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 and a, b, c, d, e and f.

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CELEB BLOCKWORD

NO. 795

BY JOHN WHIFFIN / PICS: WWW.ELITEPHOTOAGENCY.COM

PERSON CARRIED ALONG BY OTHERS’ EFFORTS

LOOP OF ROPE SCUM OF WITH A MELTING RUNNING METALS KNOT

PUZZLES TO ENTER our CELEB BLOCKWORD, all you have to do is finish the grid. When completed, the circled letters will spell out the name of a celebrity whose films include Joe The King and Random Hearts. SMS 48408 with the answer, your name and surname, and e-mail address (if you have one), as well as people/Celeb Blockword No. 795. Be sure to SMS before February 17, 2020. By doing this, you stand the chance of winning R1 000. Winner of No. 791: Yvonne Pearce. Answer: Ving Rhames. SMSes charged at R1.50 and free SMSes do not apply. Terms and conditions apply.

ARTIFICIAL BASIN TO RECEIVE VESSELS, CARGO

PLANNED OR PRESCRIBED SELECTION OF FOOD

FEMALE (PREFIX) ONE WHO APPLIES FOR A JOB OR PROMOTION

HARD OUTER COVERING OF AN EGG

RUBBISH

TO CALM OR COMFORT

BIG

ORIGINAL

UNIT OF 100 SQ. METRES PRACTICE BOXING

PASS OVER WITHOUT BLAME

AFTER EXTRA TIME

IN SMALLER QUANTITY LACK OF KNOWLEDGE TINCT

TAKE AWAY (FROM)

WHOLE COLIN ?

GEORGE IN ‘A SINGLE MAN’ (2009)

VOLITION

CURRENCY

VIRTUOUS

MORBID OR IRRATIONAL FEAR

FRIDAY (AB)

CURRENCY

TELEPHONE

PENSIONER

(AB)

PEN FLUID TRAVEL THROUGH THE AIR JOURNEY SECTION

OFFHAND HIGH-LEAPING BUCK WITH CURVED HORNS

EBB AND FLOW OF THE SEA STRUCTURAL

HOLLOW IN A SURFACE LOUT

EXAMINE

FIGURE LIKE A SQUASHED CIRCLE

SUBJECT SET FOR DISCUSSION OLD AGE

CREDIT, PRESTIGE

JAPANESE

REJECT WITH CON -TEMPT

EMPHASIZE UNWELL NOT AT HOME

WATER VALVE VEER SNAKE’S CALL DIVINE MESSENGER

? KEATON. SYBIL STONE IN ‘THE FAMILY STONE’ (2005) SLANTED UNCLE ?

(U.S. ICON)

SPACES BETWEEN OBJECTS CATARACT

IMMENSE SCOOP UP WITH THE TONGUE JEAN-CLAUDE VAN ?

VILAIN IN ‘THE EXPENDABLES 2’ (2012) DISEASE CAUSED

BY EXCESS URIC ACID IN BLOOD

SWORD HANDLE

PIQUANCY S AFRICAN ROUND HUT

S AFRICAN

FIT ENOUGH

? JANSSEN. JEAN GREY IN ‘X-MEN’ (2000)

ONE WHO STUDIES BIRDS MALES WHO LIVE IN ROCK HOLLOWS

ESTABLISHED (AB) APPROXIMATELY

COLOUR OF BLOOD

OF SWEET AND FRIENDLY DISPOSITION

MOVE ON HANDS AND KNEES INDIS-

LUNCH OR DINNER

TYPE OF MARINE GASTROPOD SAKE

FIRST OR

SHORT FORM OF RUGBY

OVER A DISTANCE (PREFIX)

QUICK

HONE

FILAMENTS GROWING FROM THE SKIN

PAINFUL

WIN R1 000

CATALOGUE OR ROLL MODIFY

TRIAL SOFTWARE VERSION BOUNDLESS

CLOUDLIKE APPEARANCE OF GAS IN SPACE

COLLEGE LECTURER PRIZE SWIMMING MEETING GARDEN (U.S.) PIER

PEEL; CRUST MORAL SIGNIFICANCE

DISTANCE DISTANT BETWEEN SUN? ABUTMENTS OF STORY A BRIDGE

OF A TREE, TAKEN DOWN

SHED FOR AIRCRAFT MALE PROGENY

EXAGGERATE OWNED

UNDERWATER WORKER DIALECT

PETTY QUARREL

CENTRE OF A WHEEL

ROUTE

DEPUTY

BODY OF

(DOCTOR)

SOLDIERS

MILD CURSE TAKE ILLEGALLY

FUSS

EVERLASTING DURATION

PLEASANT

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RECONNAISSANCE (MILITARY SLANG)

SPOKEN OR SUNG EXAM CURRENT AFFAIRS (BULLETIN) FATHER

PUZZLES

CROSSWORD Down

Across 2) Small child (4) 7) Woodwind instrument (4) 11) Most abundant liquid (5) 12) Many-legged anthropod (9) 13) Be in charge of a car (5) 14) Concur (5) 15) Heathen (7) 18) Lacking a sharp edge (5) 20) Mix up (4) 23) Old Testament woman and book (4) 25) Flower stalk (4) 26) Praise or honour (5) 29) Rum-flavoured dessert (4) 30) Well known (5) 32) Anger (3) 33) Restaurant bill (3) 34) Perfume (5) 35) Impression made by a seal (6) 36) Tempt (6)

38) Tombstone inscription (7) 40) Make a sound like a sheep (5) 44) Elk (5) 46) Magi gift (5) 47) Unit of electrical current (3) 48) Smell awful (5) 50) Female reproductive cells (3) 53) Solid water (3) 54) Front of the lower leg (4) 55) Flightless seabird (7) 56) Consider guilty (7) 57) Step on a ladder (4) 58) Sick (3) 60) Appropriate equipment (3) 61) Black wood (5) 63) Foot appendage (3) 64) Pleasantly fat (5) 66) Fatigued (5) 68) Internal rule (5) 69) Moral crime (7)

73) Christmas dinner bird (6) 75) Centre (6) 78) Top of the milk (5) 79) Finish (3) 80) The definite article (3) 81) Walk in a military fashion (5) 82) Long novel (4) 83) Magestic bird of prey (5) 86) Bargain retail event (4) 87) Closed (4) 89) Move away from the vertical (4) 91) Having the same value (5) 93) Small dried grape (7) 96) Great pain (5) 98) Sports venue (5) 99) Short in duration (9) 100) Very joyful (5) 101) Long story (4) 102) Border (4)

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1) Behavioural pattern (5) 2) Boast (4) 3) 200th anniversary (11) 4) Below-the-knee skirt (4) 5) Tube-shaped pasta (4) 6) False god (4) 8) Navel (11) 9) First biblical garden (4) 10) Happening (5) 14) First sign of the zodiac (5) 16) A little influenza (3) 17) Two closely related things (3) 19) Agreement to stop fighting (5) 20) Despatch (4) 21) Leave out (4) 22) French ecclesiastic (4) 24) Despise (4) 26) Retain (4) 27) Period of light (7) 28) Bring to a halt (4) 31) Strict eating regime (4) 34) Refuse on molten metal (4) 37) One addicted to a certain liquid (9) 39) Vital (9) 41) Spend time worrying (7) 42) Bandit (7) 43) Arena with tiered seats (7) 45) In an unconcealed manner (7) 46) Syrup from a tree (5) 49) Eccentric (5) 51) Lively dance (3) 52) Male offspring (3) 59) Feeding sack for a horse (7) 62) Boss of a financial office branch (4,7) 65) Having legs that curve outwards (5-6) 67) Percussion instrument (4) 68) Soothing oil (4) 70) Become less distinct (4) 71) Childlishly pleasing (4) 72) Book to follow John (4) 73) One of the five senses (5) 74) Annual period (4) 75) Soldier’s restaurant (4) 76) Before the expected time (5) 77) Lower part of the face (4) 84) Natural gas around us (3) 85) Grassland (3) 88) Blood pump (5) 90) Prematurely bring to a halt (5) 92) Waterside platform (4) 93) Feel sympathy (4) 94) Iron oxide (4) 95) Mobile fortress (4) 97) Give an identifying word (4)

PUZZLES

MELTING POT BLOCKWORD Polite, Small jar sophisti- or bottle cated and for table smoothly condiaffable ments

Selfcontrol achieved by training

Fullness; repletion

Summit

Young goat

Close One who cuts, prepares and lays stones

To be owned or have a proper place (in)

benefactor

Handled

Offensive

roughly

to sight

? nidre, the first said Non-pro- prayer on eve of fessional Yom Kippur

Everyone

Watchface Provide with food Moulding covering a junction of ceiling and wall Person blindly devoted to a set of ideas

Coral island Vegetable with central lagoon organism Restaurants

Piece of land surrounded by water

Allow

Indifference

No matter who

Air-holes

Glutted

Heartbeat Extrem-

Enemy

ities

Wine

Danger

waiters

Possessor Certain to die at some point

Iranian Stretched currency Hostile car? (abbr) nations or forces

Place where hides are made into leather

Line about which a body rotates

disturb

Chatter

Metallic element, symbol ‘Co’

Defraud

Advantage State police officers (in U.S.)

Furrow made by wheels

Region

rigorous

Large printed bill or advertisement

wet Small square Three pasta cases with sav- (prefix) oury filling

Station (abbr) Cut deeply into

Gradual Cook in spiced wine or vinegar

Those who perform systematic investigations

Slightly

Part of a circle’s circumference

Describing a character who gives a play its title

Eject from office

Standing order (abbr) Durable

Concentrated extract of a plant

The States

To eye with intense satisfaction Breach of sports rule Prison

At that moment

Prickly seed-case of certain plants

More

Jelly used in bacteria -culture

Holy

Prominent

Exercise Obtain of a Gigantic profession extinct bird of New In front Zealand Horse of mixed col -our with a shade of red

Boast

Sports trophy

Taxonomic groups of lower rank than families

Agitate,

Cooker

Flag support

Five-point score in Advised rugby wrongly union Country, capital Managua

Domestic area in which to wash

Showing decay of mind and body in old age

Small pointed beard

Breathes in sharply

Blood circulation pump Always

Plaything

Occurring from time to time

Female pig

Take eagerly

Powerful Knotting threads into meshes

Gemstone of cubic crystallized carbon Great need

Bring together for united effort

True skin below the outer layer

Giver or

Relating to the ear

Maori ceremonial war dance

Blunt and abrupt in manner

Converts (an asset) into cash Tardy

UnaccomPrepanied Spanish Canine conquest animals Peruvian

Spindle on which a wheel turns

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Dog’s cry of pain

Band of material worn over the shoulder

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CELEB WORDMATCH

TR A NSPORT

FIND A WORD that can follow the word on the left and precede the word on the right. When you have filled in all the answers, the name of a celebrity can be read from top to bottom in one of the lines.

4 LETTERS ALPS COWS LACE

RHINE SPIEZ SWISS 6 LETTERS ALPINE CASTLE CHEESE HIKING ZURICH

5 LETTERS ABBEY BASEL BERNE CLOCK FALLS HEIDI

7 LETTERS CANTONS GRISONS GRUYERE RIVELLA ZERMATT

10 LETTERS LANDWASSER 11 LETTERS GRINDELWALD

9 LETTERS CHOCOLATE EDELWEISS TOBLERONE VINEYARDS

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EVEN EXCHANGE

PUZZLES

EACH numbered row contains two clues and two answers. The two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.

BLOCKWORD

NO. 814

BY BARRIE THOMSON

SCRAMBLERS

TO ENTER this BLOCKWORD, all you have to do is finish the grid, and the ringed areas will make up a word or phrase. The clue to the answer is: You do it when you choose to put Ice Adonis together. SMS 48408 with the answer, your name and surname, e-mail address (if you have one), and people/Blockword No. 814. Be sure to SMS before February 17, 2020. By doing this, you could win R500. Winner of No. 810: Debbie Owen. Answer: Have a good time.

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WIN

R500

Unscramble the letters within each rectangle to form four ordinary words. The rearrange the boxed letters to form the mystery word.

PUZZLES

GO FIGURE THE idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram – by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the right numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares, and use each of the nine numbers only once.

SNOWFLAKES

THERE are 13 black hexagons in the puzzle. Place the numbers 1 – 6 around each of them. No number can be repeated in any partial hexagon shape along the border of the puzzle.

SUDOKU

PLACE a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

ARROW WORD

TATAMI

TATAMI is a 6x6 grid logic game played with the numbers 1 to 3. Each 3x3 slab must contain all the numbers 1-3 with no duplicates. Adjacent slabs cannot contain the same number, i.e. the number 3 cannot be placed next to another number 3. Each row and column must contain a double set of numbers (two 1s, two 2s and two 3s).

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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

PUZZLES

MATHS QUIZ

Turn to pages 76 & 77 for answer grids.

ACROSS 1. 118 × 8 4. 7784 ÷ 8 7. 315 + 156 10. 67 × 2 12. 357 + 135 14. 129 ÷ 3 15. 910 - 15 17. 17 × 5 18. 1056 ÷ 3 20. 705 ÷ 5 23. 1918 ÷ 2 25. 233 - 16

27. 1089 ÷ 9 29. 20 × 4 30. 1410 ÷ 5 32. 29 - 11 33. 100 × 4 34. 7 + 101 DOWN 2. 3108 ÷ 7 3. 329 ÷ 7 5. 393 + 331 6. 1570 ÷ 5 8. 676 ÷ 4 9. 1700 ÷ 4

11. 2664 ÷ 8 13. 109 × 9 15. 41 × 2 16. 3090 ÷ 6 19. 139 + 458 21. 587 - 96 22. 47 + 81 23. 232 × 4 24. 52 + 66 26. 312 ÷ 3 28. 1090 ÷ 5 30. 80 ÷ 4 31. 105 ÷ 5

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CALCULATE the results and actions.

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STICKLERS

FIND-A-WORD

WORDOKU

THERE are 9 letters used within the puzzle, each letter must be used (but never repeated) in every row, column and 3x3 square.

Adapt Angelic Bassinet Beautiful Blanket Bottle Boy Care Change

Crawl Cry Cuddle Daddy Develop Discipline Discover Doctor Feed

Food Girl Grow Highchair Instinct Learn Love Maternal Milk

Photographs Play Prepare Responsibility Sleeping Toddler Trust Vaccine

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TV Quiz 1. Hidden Bodies by Caroline Kepnes 2. True 3. Victoria Pedretti 4. Love Quinn 5. Ambyr Childers 6. Los Angeles 7. Forty Quinn 8. Anavrin 9. Charlie Barnett 10. False: there’s one more season left.

Celeb Quiz 1. Meghan Markle 2. True 3. Boitumelo Mogoai 4. Hernia surgery 5. Her father, Lionel Richie. 6. If they behaved like Donald Trump’s children 7. False, he attended her party 8. Animal activists who slammed her for promoting company Canada Goose 9. Own Your Throne 10. Her daughter North Trivia Quiz 1. Father Christmas (aka Santa Claus) 2. 118 3. 8 4. The Netherlands 5. Albedo 6. James Buchanan 7. Hydrogen 8. The smallpox vaccine 9. Mary 10. Tetris

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