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Mar 19, 2025

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Life & Style

A NEW AGE VIEW OF TOBACCO

Tobacco has a hidden friendly side. Here’s how this controversial plant could be used for good AUTHOR: Cathy Moore, Senior Lecturer in Life Sciences, University of Westminster – first published by The Conversation on 13 March, 2025 Tobacco kills 8 million people worldwide every year, but imagine if it could be used to make medicine? The idea isn’t unheard of – tobacco has

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WHATSAPP BOT PAVES THE WAY FOR POWER NAPS

One in three adults don’t get enough sleep – and South Africans are amongst the world’s most sleep deprived. Now there is a fun, interactive NapBot. It’s all about breaking through the clutter and creating a conversation about the need for sleep If you’ve ever been tempted to sneak a nap in your car at lunchtime and you need a

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GARDENING IN AUGUST

August, while still capable of delivering chilly days, is a pivotal month for gardeners as this season marks the beginning of preparations for much anticipated spring. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, known for its beautiful garden setting, leaves many guests feeling inspired to begin transforming their own gardens. General Manager Sean Granger comments that: “we could write several chapters

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A DIFFERENT WAY TO TACKLE UNDERAGE DRINKING

Drinking is cool, right? Well, no – and the fight to stop South Africa’s teens sinking into a pit of parties, violence and alcoholism seems to be a never-ending battle with little chance of a victory.  If anything showcased the tragic outcome of underage drinking it was the death of 21 young people at the Enyobeni tavern in East London

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ART WITH A PURPOSE

Innovative art activation promotes community engagement at the 2024 Ballito Pro Just like sports, art is an effective way to connect people from all backgrounds through a common purpose. The 55th Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill is a celebration of this, connecting South Africans throughout the event festival running in KwaDukuza from 25 June to 8 July. This is evidenced

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FOODIE FEAST CONCEPT IS THE F(L)AVOURED TREND

As the South African dining landscape continues to evolve, how do restaurants captivate diners and differentiate themselves in a competitive market? Internationally, the rise of ‘concept experiential’ offerings is reshaping the future of dining out and setting new standards for culinary adventures – and there is no reason why this concept cannot find its way to South Africa. In September

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SKINCARE TIPS FOR SUMMER

It’ has been a long, hot summer which may leave you and your skin feeling a little less than fresh. That is why treating yourself to an ultra-soothing spa treatment at the tranquil Granny Mouse Country House & Spa is just the trick to revitalize your skin and give it the summer glow it deserves. Granny Mouse general manager, Sean

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Teeing off at San Lameer
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OFF TO A SWINGING 2024

Tee off 2024 with the right balance of work and play on KZN’s ‘Golf Coast’ Golf remains one of the world’s most popular sports, and a key strategy for business networking and engagement. The KZN South Coast, known colloquially as ‘The Golf Coast’, is home to 11 different courses with a backdrop of ocean views, coastal forests, and sunny skies.

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MSC SETS SAIL FOR SUSTAINABILITY IN THE CRUISE INDUSTRY

MSC Euribia’s world-first net zero emissions cruise could indicate a paradigm shift for the cruise industry Over the years, cruise ships have become bigger and bigger – massive floating hotels taking thousands upon thousands of tourists out into our environmentally sensitive oceans whilst spewing more and more carbon dioxide, chemical and plastic waste into the environment. In much the same

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KZN SOUTH COAST GOES BIG ON CULTURE THIS SEPTEMBER

During a time of turbulence in South Africa, it’s good to know that Heritage Month is almost here – a time to celebrate the people of South Africa as well as the country’s multi-cultural history. September 24 may be Heritage Day but there are plenty of ongoing events throughout the month of September that remind us both of the vast

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A NEW ROUTE TO MEROPA CASINO

Leeto Polokwane leads the way towards the heartbeat of Limpopo A partnership between integrated public transport system Leeto la Polokwane and Meropa Casino will see the bus route extended to cover the entertainment and leisure destination in a move which will yield great benefits for the people of Polokwane. “Over the past 21 years, Meropa Casino has contributed R1,22-billion in

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TOURISM IS GROWING OLDER

Find out why the tourism and hospitality sector needs to learn to cater for senior travellers Believe it or not, the Baby Boomers are packing. For those who aren’t into labels, that means that folks born between 1946 and 1964 are both travelling and spending more on trips away according to international tourism gurus. In fact, the post pandemic shift

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