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Why you should include paper books in your reading diet

In this digital age, where screens dominate daily life, the idea of reading a physical book, magazine or newspaper may seem old-fashioned. Ahead of International Literacy Day on 8 September, the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) suggests that reading paper-based material can be compared to maintaining a healthy diet. Jane Molony, executive director […]

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Ladies, you’re more than a ready-made meal

We’ve all been there: running around like headless chickens, grabbing whatever food’s quick and easy just to get through the day. In this mad rush, we’ve let ready-made convenience trump nourishment. This Women’s Month, home cook turned bestselling cookbook author Chantal Lascaris helps busy women everywhere rediscover an easy entry point to self-love – and

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Infertility in the workplace: Navigating the challenges, staying the course

For female career women, the struggle of balancing work and family responsibilities is well-known and widely discussed. Relatively little attention, however, is given to their counterparts, those women who are struggling to conceive, and have to manage tremendous personal demands and trauma while still performing to the best of their ability at work. “Infertility is

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Barbie® introduces the Black Barbie Fashionista Doll with Down Syndrome

Mattel, Inc. has added a black Barbie doll with Down syndrome, created to allow even more children to find a doll that represents them and inspire all children to tell more stories through play. This diversity and inclusion initiative is celebrated by Down Syndrome South Africa (DSSA), which is committed to empowering and finding ways

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kibooks.online wants to make reading fun again

The Qualibooks Group is looking to bring the fun back to reading with kibooks.online. A fully online platform, kibooks.online provides children with access to around 8 000 top-quality books that they can read anywhere and at any time, says Christopher de Beer, a director at the group. “At the Qualibooks Group, our goal is to

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Embark on a culinary adventure from the comfort of your kitchen

Nuts About Cooking has released its Global Flavours Cookbook, a free digital collection designed to take you on a gastronomic journey around the world. This exquisite cookbook features 40 mouthwatering recipes from the most cherished food destinations, all while showcasing the incredible versatility of Nuts About Cooking Coconut Oil. Whether you are frying, sautéing, baking

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The best of the latest shows and movies for your kids these holidays

Somehow, we’re nearly halfway through 2024 and the coldest school holidays of the year are upon us.  Thankfully, African streaming service Showmax has rounded up its best kids content of the year so far, to help Showmies keep the peace inside during those long, chilly winter days. So, if you’re looking for something to watch

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Treat dad to a buffet lunch with free entry to Crocworld this Father’s Day!

Coming up with ideas to spoil dad – or a father figure – can be tough, but what could be better than a family day out among wild animals, complete with a delicious buffet lunch? Fish Eagle Café at Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh has everything sorted for this year’s Father’s Day feast – with

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