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2015 AFRICA CUP 17 January
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4 CITIES:
A Burkina Faso
TEAMS
Bata Malabo Mongomo Ebebeyin
C Algeria
Congo Equatorial Guinea Gabon
Morocco refused to host due to the Ebola epidemic in West Africa
Ghana Senegal South Africa
B Cape Verde Islands
D Cameroon
DR Congo Tunisia Zambia
Guinea Ivory Coast Mali
The Ebola outbreak has been linked to insect-eating bats
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Equatorial Guinea fired their coach 3 weeks before the Afcon began. Replacing him with Argentinian Esteban Becker.
“Marhaba” means WELCOME in Arabic
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Over 8000 People have died in the Ebola epidemic
Previous Champions Ghana Cameroon DR Congo Congo Algeria Ivory Coast South Africa Tunisia Zambia
4 wins 4 wins 1 win 1 win 1 win 1 win 1 win 1 win 1 win
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P OF NATIONS 30th Edition
The first match will be played in Bata Malabo is located on an island on the rim of a sunken volcano
Stadium Capacity 40000 35000 30000 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0
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SA’s Favourite Cars We love our cars here in SA. They get us from A to B, they celebrate our success and they mean we don’t have to travel four four mas’hlalisane. These are the cars we love; for whatever reasons. They’re the ones we buy, sing about and steal. Let’s start off with what we’re spending our hard-earned cash on.
WHAT WE’RE BUYING*
1 2 3 4 5
VW Polo & Polo Vivo Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest Toyota Etios Ford Figo Mercedes-Benz C Class
6 BMW 3 Series 7 Toyota Fortuner 8 VW Golf 7 9 Ford Fiesta 10 Ford EcoSport
*According to the National Automobile Association of South Africa in 2014
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WHAT WE’RE TAKING - MOST STOLEN CARS IN SA
1 Toyota Hiace 6 Nissan Hardbody 7 MITS Colt 2 Nissan 1400 8 Isuzu KB280 3 Toyota Hilux 4 Toyota Venture 9 Isuzu KB250 5 Toyota Corolla 10 VW CITI Golf
Chop Shop Exported
Sold Locally
10% 30%
60%
What’s the chance of your car getting stolen?
1. Popularity: means there is a greater demand for parts. 2. Ease of access: some cars can be started with a screwdriver. 3. Flash: if your car is an attention grabber, it’s less likely to be stolen. 4. Sweet rims: a nice set of rims/mags will attract criminals as they’re easy to sell. 5. Age: older cars are less likely to have a tracking device installed. 6. Lock and load: gear/steering locks deter criminals by making your car seem like more effort to steal.
SPECIAL GUSHESHE MENTION
What’s your favourite? Let us know @MC-World
SA’s cult classic, the BMW 325 iS is the original panty dropper. This car is notorious from the streets of Soweto to the flats of the Cape to the township of Umlazi. Feel like a thug behind the wheel with THE car of all cars for drag racing, drifting and spinning. Recently the South African hip-hop scene has come out with tracks mentioning the cult classic; Cassper Nyovest ft. Okmaloomkoolkat - Gusheshe as well as rapper Sheen Skaiz - Versace freestyle (Gusheshe). Original South African underground culture.
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Jo’burg DFRNT PRISON YARD BLOCK PARTY: 07 February 20:00 What? House, Hip Hop, Electronica - Line-up: Vimo, DJ Doowap, Kyle Cassim, Vato Kayde, Renato Rodriguez, Midnight Machine, Sebastian Dark and Chrizz Beatz. Where? Constitution Hill, 1 Kotze Street, Hillbrow How much? R150
SMIRNOFF CAMPUS HOUSE TOUR: 07 February 17:00 What? Only the biggest names in the house scene with performances from Shimza, Black Coffee, Oskido, Crazy White Boy, Skeelo and Holly at all of the shows, backed by some of the choicest house DJ’s from each campus and region. Where? VUT Lapa Lounge How much? R80 YOH YOH YOH FEAT. THE CITY WIDE: 08 February 12:00 - 18:00 What? Line-up: The City Wide, Playing Brave, Marcia Moon and Robyn Cameron. Where? Mamma’s Shebeen, 18 Glen Eagles Drive How much? FREE TOY TOY FEAT. G-FORCE: 13 February 21:00 What? Minimal, Techno - Line-up: G-Force, Marcela, Fabio and Dogstarr. Where? And, 36 Stiemens Street 2001 Braamfontein How much? R50 before 22:00, R70 after RAUNCH AND ROMANCE VALENTINES BURLESQUE EVENING: 14 February 20:00 - 22:30 What? Gauteng’s Top-Notch Burlesque Variety Revue returns to Johannesburg for their first explosive show of 2015. Where? Buzz 9, 79 3rd Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg How much? R120 (only 65 tickets available) TOY TOY FEAT. ART DEPARTMENT: 20 February 21:00 What? Minimal, Techno - Line-up: Art Department, Craig Placid and Dogstarr. Where? And, 36 Stiemens Street 2001 Braamfontein How much? R200
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Whiskey Business All you need to know about the “water of life”
The world’s oldest whisky is over 150 years old The bottle of Glenavon Special Liqueur Whisky was auctioned off in London for:
£14,850
The word whiskey comes from the Gaelic “uisce beatha” or “water of life.”
To measure out whiskey, all you have to do is hold your finger horizontally against the glass and pour out a finger’s width... or two
Unfortunately, a closed bottle of whisky is only good
for 100 YEARS
of whiskey that evapora tes The 4% eve re” ry year is called the “Angels Sha
4%
Scotch whisky can only be called that when it has been left for a minimum of three years to age in casks, in Scotland.
It’s Whisky if it’s from Scotland and Whiskey if it’s from anywhere else.
Never on the rocks
Ice dulls the flavor of whiskey. It reduces the temperature of the whiskey too much, inhibiting the flavor and freezing its aroma. Adding just a drop-small splash of still spring water is best. The water prevents the strong alcohol content from numbing your senses.
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whiskey distilling regions
Scotland | Ireland | Kentucky | Canada | Tennesse | Japan | New Zealand
Irish Whiskey
Bourbon Whiskey
Irish whiskey is distilled three times, “triple-distilled,” using pure-malted barley as the grain.
Bourbon whiskey is distilled one time in Bourbon, Kentucky (90% of it, that is. Now it’s not a requirement that Bourbon be distilled in Bourbon county).
Examples: Jameson’s, Bushmill’s, Michael Collins, and Power’s. Taste: Don’t ever say Irish whiskey tastes smoky. Malted barely is dried in closed ovens, and is never exposed to smoke.
Scotch Whisky Examples: Macallan, Glenlivit, Tallisker, Oban, Highland Park Tastes: smoky (because it’s made from barley dried over peat fire. Makro sells a R539 999 bottle of Balvenie 50 YO Speyside Single Malt Whisky. It’s so expensive they don’t stock it in store and it must be purchased online.
Taste: it’s made of mostly corn, so it’s sweeter than other whiskeys. Examples: Maker’s Mark and Wild Turkey
Blends
Blended whiskeys take whiskeys from multiple distilleries and combines them. The normal ratio of malt to grain is 60% grain whiskey and 40% malt whiskey. Examples: Johnnie Walker, Dewar’s, Seagram’s Seven Crown, Jameson, Chivas Regal, Old St Andrews and Isle of Skye. Sources: www.worldwhiskyday.com www.businessinsider.com
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HEALTH
Get Moving in 2015
The parties are done, the hangovers have been had. It’s a whole new year, why not make it all about you?
RUNNING You’ve seen them, those people in short pants and fluorescent shirts running down roads, mountain paths and highways. Where are they running to? Why would anyone want to do that? Why are they up so early? Running is, hands down, the fastest and easiest road to a new you. You just need a pair of shoes and an open road. No gym fees, no special equipment, just you. Get yourself some running shoes. New research says you should look for a shoe with a low heel, even no heel. This helps you run more naturally. Think about it; back in the day humans used to run down gemsbok on their bare feet. We’re made to run. All you need is 20 minutes, 3 times a week to get moving. Start off slow; maybe convince a friend to join you. It’ll be tough in the beginning, but it’ll only take a couple of weeks for you to be eating up the kilometers.
Why?
Running works your whole body without even trying.
help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise strengthen muscles improve cardiovascular fitness burn plenty of kilojoules Protip: Download a free running app for extra motivation.
help maintain a healthy weight
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HEALTH You’ll need to find a gym or a trainer that specialises in the Crossfit style of training. Try before you buy. Most gyms should let you try a class or two before you commit.
Why?
Crossfit makes you fit enough to handle anything life can throw at you. It’s not just about strength. It’s also a community.
CROSSFIT
Want to work out and feel like a man doing it? Maybe Crossfit is for you. This is a highly physical workout method that borrows from a range of different types of workout to create a high-intensity exercise regime with an emphasis on functional movement. You’ll be lifting weights, dragging chains, flipping truck tyres, running, jumping, climbing, you name it.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
Maybe the regular gym isn’t for you, maybe you want more than fitness. Mixed martial arts (MMA) gets you fit and teaches you how to defend yourself. Remember: this is a full-contact combat sport; you’re going to get punched in the face.
Gear up: Mouth guard Groin protector
Build muscle and functional strength Build endurance and improve cardiovascular fitness Be part of a community Stay motivated
Like Crossfit, you’ll need to join a gym or find a trainer. Most often you’ll train in groups. Like the name suggests, MMA borrows from a number of combat styles to keep you fighting fit. Karate, Kung Fu, Kick boxing, Wrestling, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Decide if you’re just looking for a workout or actually competing in the cage. A reputable school will let you watch a class and try it out before you jump in. Be prepared to possibly get hurt. Don’t try too hard to be tough, there’s a lot to learn and you’ll just wear yourself out. Learn when to tap out; real men know when they’re beaten.
Why?
It’s a sport that also teaches you practical self-defence
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MONEY
Debit Card Decisions Debit cards help you shop without cash and keep your money somewhere safe. But where’s the best deal?
Y
ou need a bank account to keep all your hard-earned cash in. As impressive as pockets bulging with Madibas is, your money is just safer in a bank. It can even make you more money while it sits there rather than under your mattress.
Debit vs. Credit
The difference between a debit and credit card is where the money comes from.
Debit - pulls money from your actual bank account so you can only use what you have.
Credit - pulls money you’re borrow-
ing from the bank which you have to pay back. You agree on a lending limit when you sign up. Go over the limit and you’re in trouble.
42% of South Africans use debit cards
42% 58%
20% of South Africans use no banking cards at all
20% 80%
Reliance on cash is decreasing
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Online card use: 4.84%
No.1 Reason South Africans use debit cards
Control over their money
Debit
80.5%
Sources: http://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/163/73163.html http://www.effectivemeasure.com/documents/South_Africa_Ecommerce_Report-Feb14.pdf
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Prepaid Card
54.53%
Credit
MONEY
What’s on offer:
We’ve gathered together some entry-level debit card options and compared the sign-up requirements and fees to help you make your decision. This was also a test of banking fee transparency; if we couldn’t find it easily online, it isn’t here.
ABSA
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Lowest ATM fees
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No minimum balance
Transact Account (No minimum balance required) What: Basic account for everyday banking Who: People without a fixed or monthly income How: Valid ID | Proof of residence | No minimum opening balance required Fees: Monthly admin fee: R4.75 ABSA ATM withdrawal: R4.45 Point of sale withdrawal: R1.15 Purchases: No Charge Prepaid top-up: R1.05 Cheque deposit: Branch - R16.00, ATM - No Charge
Cash deposit: Branch - R7.00 + R1.45/R100 Cash deposit: ATM - R3.00 + R1.30/R100 External debit orders: R3.00 Card replacement: R80.00 SMS/Email Notification fee: R0.55 Notice of payment: SMS/Email - R0.80, Fax - R6.50
Flexi Account What: Full service banking account where you only pay for the transactions you make Who: Employed South African citizens, earning at least R2000 a month How: Barcoded ID | Proof of residence | Proof of income | R50 to open the account Fees: Monthly admin fee: R15.00 ABSA ATM withdrawal: R3.95 + R1.30/R100 Point of sale withdrawal: R3.95 Purchases: R2.65 Prepaid top-up: R1.05 Cheque deposit: Branch - R16.00, ATM - No Charge
FNB
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No minimum balance
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Cash deposit: Branch - R7.00 + R1.45/R100 Cash deposit: ATM - R3.00 + R1.30/R100 External debit orders: R8.00 Card replacement: R80.00 SMS/Email Notification fee: R0.55 Notice of payment: SMS/Email - R0.80, Fax - R6.50
Lowest POS withdrawal fee
Easy Account (No minimum balance required) What: Basic account for everyday banking Who: People over 16 years of age How: Barcoded ID | Proof of residence Fees: Monthly admin fee: R4.95 FNB ATM withdrawal: R4.45 per R1000 Point of sale withdrawal: No charge (Checkers, Shopright, Pick n Pay, Boxer stores) Purchases: No Charge Prepaid top-up: R1.10 Cheque deposit: Branch/ATM - R20.00 per deposit
Cash deposit: Branch - R4.55 Cash deposit: ATM - R4.55 External debit orders: R3.20 Card replacement: R38.00 SMS Notification fee: No Charge (When over R100 moves in or out of your account) Notice of payment: Email - R0.70 | SMS - R1.10 | Fax - R5.00
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MONEY
NEDBANK
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Lowest monthly fee (SA citizens only)
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Highest purchase fee
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Highest ATM fee
Ke Yona Pay-as-you-use Account (R20 minimum balance) What: Basic account for everyday banking Who: People over 18 who are new to banking and don’t make many transactions How: Barcoded ID or Passport (for foreign nationals)| Proof of residence | R50 to open the account Fees: Monthly admin fee: No Charge | R30 for foreign nationals Nedbank ATM withdrawal: R5.50 Point of sale withdrawal: Cash only - R3.00 | With purchase - R6.00 (Pick n Pay and Boxer stores) Purchases: R3.00
Nedbank ATM Cash deposit: R3.50 External debit orders: R5.00 Card replacement: R50.00 SMS Notification fee: R3.00
Ke Yona Plus Account (R20 minimum balance) What: Basic account for everyday banking with the added benefit of R2000 funeral cover Who: People over 18 who are new to banking How: Barcoded ID or Passport (for foreign nationals)| Proof of residence | R50 to open the account Fees: Monthly admin fee: R5.00 Nedbank ATM withdrawal: R5.50 Point of sale withdrawal: R2.00 Purchases: R1.00
CAPITEC
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Lowest salary cheque deposit fee
Cash deposit: ATM - R2.75 External debit orders: R5.00 Card replacement: R50.00 SMS Notification fee: No Charge
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Most functionality from one account
Global One Account (R25 minimum balance) What: One account for everyday banking, saving, online shopping and credit Who: People who want their banking to be simple and all in one place How: Valid ID | Proof of residence Fees: Monthly admin fee: R5.00 Capitec ATM withdrawal: R4.60 Point of sale withdrawal: R1.05 (Pick n Pay, Shopright, Checkers and Boxer stores) Purchases: No Charge Prepaid top-up: No Charge (Mobile App) Cheque deposit: Salary: No Charge | Other: R16.00
Banks recycle account numbers so check your new account for old debit orders!
Cash deposit: Branch - R1.15 per R100 Cash deposit: ATM - 55c per R100 (notes) | R1.15 per R100 (coins) External debit orders: R3.20 Card replacement: R40.00 Token fee: R60.00 | Replacement - R60.00 | Cellphone: No Charge SMS Notification fee: R0.40
Bank at ATMs or online to save on fees.
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Quickies Twitter hits
Can’t Handle the Beats
Celeb Life @JimmyKimmel | More children should be named after WiFi networks @50cent|I can’t belive my grand mothers making me take Out the garbage I’m rich fuck this I’m going home I don’t need this shit @LindsayLohan | Hello Facebook. Yes, this is actually Lindsay. Welcome to my Facebook page! @LilJon | THIS LIMO DRIVERS COLGNE IS SO CHEAP AND STRONG MY FUCKING EYES ARE WATERING!!
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DID YOU KNOW? Even their goats are skelm!
Football Facts In 1998, lightning killed an entire football team. The catastrophe occurred in Congo during a match between the villages of Bena Tshadi and nearby Basangana.
Nike’s “Just do it” slogan was inspired by a murderer on death row’s last words - Gary Gilmore. About 25% of Russian men die before their mid-50’s, mainly due to vodka.
Pele was the first to call football “the beautiful game”.
In 2009, Nigerian police arrested a goat on suspicion of attempted armed robbery.
The ball used in professional football has remained exactly the same size and shape for 120 years - 71.12cm in circumference.
Research shows that holding money in your hand reduces stress and pain.
The first live coverage of a football match was shown on television in 1937. It was a practice match Arsenal played at Highbury stadium. ASEC Abidjan of Cote d’Ivoire was unbeaten for 108 games between 1989 and 1994.
On average, football players run as far as 9.6kms in a single match. We didn’t need science to tell us that!
You have a better chance of getting into Stanford University than getting hired by Apple
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