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Court to hear urgent contempt application over access to Johannesburg clinics
Staff Reporter|Published

Court to hear urgent contempt application over access to Johannesburg clinics

Psychedelics beat nicotine patches in study to help smokers quit

Bloomberg|Published

Over 40% of those in the psilocybin group weren’t smoking after six months, compared to only 10% of the nicotine patch group.

Star chef quits after claims he hit and bullied staff

AFP|Published

Danish super chef Rene Redzepi - whose Noma restaurant was long regarded as the world's best - said he was stepping down after allegations that he abused and bullied ...

It's SA Library week – so let’s close the libraries

Illa Thompson|Published

Libraries are amazing spaces – a place where you can be safe without needing to spend any money; where you can browse through novels; borrow reference books; use ...

South Africa's fuel supply crisis: Potential rationing and long queues amid Middle East tensions

Karen Singh|Published

With rising tensions in the Middle East, South Africa's fuel supply is at a critical juncture, prompting experts to warn of potential shortages, long queues at petrol ...

A reason to celebrate on Human Rights Day? Or must we do more?

Judge Navi Pillay|Published

Human rights were not only violated in big public explosions. They were also violated by the relentless daily injustices of policies that affected where you lived ...

Art Fair to forge a creative economy in KZN

Staff Reporter|Published

KZN will launch its first dedicated Art Fair at the Hilton Arts Festival this year signalling a bold step forward for the province’s creative economy.

Why Mohini Dey is the most vital bassist in modern music

Daniel Young|Published

Discover how nine-year-old Mohini Dey from Mumbai transformed her passion for music into a global career, becoming a powerhouse bassist and a vital figure in modern ...

A play about life... and death

Staff Reporter|Published

St Anne's College is presenting the acclaimed play Everybody by contemporary American playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins this week.

The many flavours of Eid

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Biryani, prawns and plenty of love: How South African families celebrate Eid

Music lovers are in for a treat with these Durban stage productions

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

If you’re a fan of music or razor-sharp wit, slapstick timing and history get your ticket to one of these shows.

Town in uproar over renaming after anti-apartheid icon

AFP|Updated

A rebellion over the renaming of the historic country town of Graaff-Reinet has exposed deep-rooted fractures in South Africa as it grapples with its tormented history. ...

Closing the gap in stem cell donation for blood cancer patients

Palesa Mokomele|Published

With Human Rights Day upon us, South Africa reflects on the promise of life for every citizen. The pressing need for registered stem cell donors reminds us that ...

Human Rights Day: Reflecting on the legacy of Sharpeville and the true essence of dignity

Armand Bam|Published

As South Africa observes Human Rights Day, we reflect on the tragic events of Sharpeville and the deeper implications of human dignity. What does it truly mean to ...

‘President’s babies’ recover after successful conjoined twin separation in Limpopo

Verna van Diemen|Published

A historic surgical separation of conjoined twins in Limpopo has succeeded, with the babies stable and receiving ongoing care. The operation highlights the dedication ...

South Africa’s alcohol consumption crisis: a national challenge requiring urgent action

Rhys Evans|Published

Blinded by high consumption rates and a culture permissive of heavy drinking, South Africa faces a critical moment. Will new fiscal measures and social responsibilities ...

A Symphony of Nature: Tokyo's Umi-no-Mori Park comes alive with sound and light

Japan News|Published

This otherworldly event in Tokyo's Umi-no-Mori Park offers a glimpse into the potential for deeper connections between humans and the natural world, urging observers ...

Finding light in darkness: how a Seattle woman offers hope through a pep talk library

Washington Post|Published

In the midst of hardship, Caroline Catlin offers a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. By creating a platform for connection and encouragement, she ...

After 30 years of waiting, a father and son’s birthday wish comes true

The Washington Post|Published

Jimmy Rush began planning his 80th birthday celebration about three decades ago. He got the idea when he spotted a sign at a restaurant in Mobile, Alabama, that ...

Six friends started an annual trip. They didn’t realize it would become a lifeline.

The Washington Post|Published

Why not make a concentrated effort to see each other every year? Someone suggested using the alphabet as a framing device. They could wind their way through the ...