Womens-Interest
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What we love right now
A brolly that looks like a duck, a wintry spa escape, rainy-day boots and a braaiing-only restaurant – it's clear as day that winter is here!
6 min |
July/August 2025
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‘Love is different from romance’
Once one of the most bankable actresses in Hollywood, the 63-year-old queen of the rom-com stepped out of the spotlight in recent years. We get a rare audience with Meg Ryan.
9 min |
July/August 2025
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IS YOUR STAR SIGN REALLY WHAT YOU THINK IT IS?
Ever wondered if your zodiac sign really suits you? Enter Ophiuchus, the mysterious 13th sign that might just explain everything. Grab your birth chart; it’s time to see if your stars have been lying to you!
5 min |
July/August 2025
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THE WHY &THE WHICH
Three style takeaways: Never underestimate the power of a blazer. Leopard print is a wardrobe essential. Local markets = one-of-a-kind pieces.
7 min |
July/August 2025
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(Late) BLOOMING lovely
I've had an epiphany about the joy of getting older. And yes, you can go ahead and yell, it's about time we called midlife what it is: late blooming!
5 min |
March/April 2025
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A fairy tale AMONG THE VINES
What sold me on Riquewihr? Was it the colourful, half-timbered houses? The pictureperfect vineyards? The fact that it's one of the villages that inspired Beauty and the Beast? Yes, yes and (a loud, resounding) yes.
4 min |
March/April 2025
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THE SECOND act
The idea of starting a new career later in life may seem daunting but it's not impossible. These four women have proven that it's never too late to reinvent yourself.
7 min |
March/April 2025
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MENOPAUSE UPDATE 2025
Flawed studies, a 'critical HT window', vaginal oestrogen, testosterone supplementation and restricted eating are among a rash of hot topics emerging for women gingerly negotiating menopause. Here's what we know now.
10+ min |
March/April 2025
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9 unconventional WAYS TO SHAKE OFF STRESS
Try these sciencebacked strategies and everyday tips to dial down your body's stress response.
9 min |
March/April 2025
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KERI SHOWS HER GOOD SIDE
Keri Russell's portrayal of Kate Wyler in The Diplomat, her first substantial TV role since the Soviet spy drama The Americans, finds her switching sides, starring as a savvy civil servant tasked with upholding America's reputation abroad.
5 min |
March/April 2025
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I have prophetic dreams
Do you ever wonder what lies beyond the threshold of life, or whether our loved ones who have passed on find ways to communicate with us? I've had vivid dreams and unsettling premonitions that blur the lines between the world we know and the one beyond. I'm not sure whether it's a blessing or a burden.
6 min |
March/April 2025
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Pride of INDIA
Drawing inspiration from India's rich heritage, these entrepreneurs are driving innovation in our design industry and supporting under-resourced communities.
6 min |
March/April 2025
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THE RISE OF THERAPY SPEAK
Therapy speak - or psychological terminology – is on the rise. While it gives us more language to protect our peace, it can also be a destructive force in our friendships and relationships. Here's why.
6 min |
March/April 2025
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Lights, camera, CAPE TOWN
South Africa is the filming destination for quite a few Marvel blockbusters, and one of the most successful liveaction series based on manga in the world. At the vanguard of this revolution is Marisa Sonemann-Turner, head of production at Film Afrika.
6 min |
March/April 2025
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Lessons from 5 FAMOUS FINANCIAL FUMBLES
If multimillionaires can fumble the ball, what hope is there for the rest of us? As it turns out, plenty.
5 min |
March/April 2025
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MODERN FAMILY
Women are often told there's only one way to have a fulfilling life: meet someone, get married, have a family. But what happens when your life takes a different path?
8 min |
March/April 2025
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Why is THIN BACK IN?
Despite our best efforts, thin is back. Is it the return of body-conscious early noughties fashion? The rise of drugs like Ozempic? Or has our obsession with being thin never really gone away?
10+ min |
March/April 2025
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KEEP IT interesting
It's a question psychologists have spent years pondering: What makes for a good life? Is it the pursuit of pleasure, joy and happiness - or meaning, fulfilment and purpose? Most agree it's a combination of the two but new research suggests there's an elusive third element...
10+ min |
March/April 2025
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'DESIRE IS NOT WHAT MATTERS'
Emily Nagoski wrote the book on women and desire - literally. And then her own sex life dried up. Here's what a prolonged sex drought (and a load of research) taught her about maintaining intimacy in a long-term relationship.
9 min |
July/August 2024
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'We have to tell HARD STORIES'
Theatre director and playwright Yaël Farber is spending time in South Africa after her critically acclaimed run of King Lear at the Almeida Theatre in London. We chatted to her about the importance of the pursuit of truth.
6 min |
July/August 2024
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THE WHY, THE WHICH & the wardrobe
We really got into it this month! Read on for more on the allure of a loosey-goosey jumpsuit, vintage-hunting and jingle-jangling jewellery, the best places to find quality African design and short-girl styling tips.
10+ min |
July/August 2024
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LIFT your GAME
Thought weightlifting was just for bodybuilders and powerlifters? Not so. In fact, 'lifting heavy shit' may be the secret to longevity, hormone regulation and mood for women through perimenopause and beyond.
8 min |
July/August 2024
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TREATMENT PLAN ON YOUR MARKS
Armed with a six-month programme from Dr Nerina Wilkinson + Associates, Jennifer Morin set about tackling her sun damage and melasma.
8 min |
July/August 2024
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PLAYING YOUR CARDS RIGHT
Here's how to get the most out of loyalty cards.
5 min |
July/August 2024
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BIG SKY Country
Namibia. Twelve friends, five vehicles, 4000 km, thirteen days. Eight punctures, one angle grinder. One martial eagle, one full moon, one ghost town. Plenty of top-quality braais, maybe not quite enough oysters... and the best time ever.
9 min |
July/August 2024
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IS YOUR HOME MAKING YOU SICK?
Leaks, damp and poor ventilation in old or poorly built new homes are being fingered for a growing health concern: mould.
7 min |
July/August 2024
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HOW TO REALLY GET TO KNOW SOMEONE
The Korean word 'nunchi' describes 'the ability to be sensitive to other people's moods and thoughts'. It's an underrated skill that we seem to have lost.
9 min |
July/August 2024
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How to write a memoir
Whether you want to share your experiences and insights with the world, leave a legacy or track pivotal experiences for yourself, writing your memoir can be a grand and worthwhile adventure. Here's some advice on how and where to begin.
7 min |
July/August 2024
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Why all the Hathahate?
She was too happy, too earnest, too confident, with a face 'reminiscent of the recession'. What did Anne Hathaway do to deserve such vitriol?
6 min |
July/August 2024
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Easter with edge
Grant knows what it's like to miss out on the celebrations that anchor family life.
9 min |