Former professional sprinter Oscar Pistorius’s parole hearing takes place today (31 March) at at the Atteridgeville Prison in Pretoria. Oscar was convicted or murdering his then-girlfriend model Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day (14 February) 2013. Here are five things to know about Reeva. ALSO READ: D-Day! 5 Things to know about Oscar Pistorius’s parole hearing … Read more
Everything came with a warning with my dad. He had the worst anxiety in the world of anyone I’ve ever met and was extremely risk-averse. I remember getting really excited about it snowing outside and my dad sat me on the bed and told me the story of a boy at his school who was … Read more
You’re not taught in school that being a freelancer is even an option to consider. As a result, it’s a less clearly defined career trajectory. A common misconception with freelance is that it’s primarily a stopgap for professionals to leverage in between full-time roles or a side hustle you spend time on outside of work. … Read more
Deepika Padukone is a sight for sore eyes in her traditional six yards, right? We believe no one nails a saree as well as Deepika, thanks to her tall and lean frame and a persona that’s beyond charming. With the help of her ace stylist, Shaleena Nathani, DP picks some of the best designs from … Read more
The case has never been clearer: eat less bacon and more beans. An analysis published in November in the journal BMC Medicine, drawing on data from 37 studies, adds to the evidence that eating fewer animal-based foods – especially processed meats – and replacing them with whole grains, legumes and nuts is linked to a … Read more
When it comes to styling products, hairspray earns our vote for “most improved.” Forget the crunchy, stiff formulas of decades past, because the best hairspray will lock your look in place without these issues. The latest and greatest formulas are more undetectable than ever, no matter their hold level, and work across all hair types. … Read more
The year has just begun, and many Nigerians are gearing up for a fresh start. In like manner, Olufemi Olaseinde, managing director of Seinde Signature, has revealed some intrigues about the dynamics of perfumesand fragrances. He also founded what has been described as Nigeria’s first perfume museum. This first-of-its-kind edifice allows fragrance lovers to sample … Read more
Kaizer Chiefs star defender Zitha Kwinika’s age was revealed on his birthday. Zitha had recently been one of the top and senior Kaizer Chiefs’ defenders. He had been a source of hope to the struggling Chiefs since his move from Stellenbosch. ALSO READ: Watch: Kaizer Chiefs legend Jabu Pule’s swimming video goes viral The solid … Read more
I held my breath as the sonographer pressed the probe into my belly. I could see something promising on the screen but needed to hear the expert say it before I could believe it. “There’s the heartbeat,” she said, and relief flooded through me. Next to me Tom, the baby’s father, squeezed my hand as … Read more
It’s a proven fact that productivity has taken a hit in the aftermath of the COVID-19 era. Some disagree, citing that people are now consistently glued to their laptops or that work hours have encroached on personal space. I disagree. In our new remote reality, tasks and projects that once required a quick five-minute knock … Read more
