In Johannesburg, the festive season brings with it a debate that’s as sparkling and explosive as the fireworks themselves. The City of Johannesburg has highlighted the contentious nature of fireworks usage, particularly during New Year’s Eve celebrations. With the holiday season casting its festive spell, the city braces for the inevitable crackle and pop...
In South Africa, the issue of “fake food” has become intertwined with xenophobic sentiments. Foreign nationals, many of whom own small shops, have faced accusations of selling counterfeit or expired food products. This controversy has escalated into episodes of xenophobic violence, clouding the real issues with layers of political sensitivity. It’s a topic rife...
Writers and filmmakers have often used conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia not just to create drama, but to add depth to their characters. However, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder, stands out for its dramatic portrayal in popular media. The portrayal of DID in books and films ranges...
Nowadays, travelling more often than not requires managing a spreadsheet of expenses, which, let’s face it, aren’t always affordable. We have all, at some point, examined our vacation budgets and pondered, “Why does travel have to be so expensive?” Individuals with prior travel experience have probably faced situations in which travel was simply unattainable....
For much of human history, birthdays were not the universally celebrated events they are today. In ancient times, if you weren’t part of the elite, your birthday was likely noted for astrological reasons rather than as a cause for the annual celebration. One of the earliest recorded mentions of a birthday celebration appears in...
Contrary to popular belief, French toast did not originate in France. This delicious dish, made from stale bread soaked in a milk and egg mixture, and then fried, has a history that predates France as a nation. The roots of French toast stretch back to a time when wasting food was unimaginable, and finding...
The retail market is undergoing a significant transformation due to the growing influence of e-commerce. With the internet’s widespread availability, traditional retail boundaries are being reshaped. This shift to digital platforms allows customers unparalleled convenience, as they can shop anytime without the constraints of store hours or physical location. This evolution has led to...
“Muscle turns into fat once you stop exercising.” This popular gym lore has circulated fitness circles for years, but it’s time to separate fact from fiction. Understanding the basic biology of muscle and fat tissues is crucial here. Muscles and fats are made from entirely different types of cells, each serving unique functions in...
Cancer disrupts the normal cell cycle at its core, leading to the proliferation of cells that can invade and damage healthy tissues. This disease’s ability to metastasize or spread to different body parts makes it particularly challenging to treat and understand. In a striking incident from the 1990s, a surgeon, while operating on a...