braces itself for a likely "second wave" of COVID-19 this fall, many experts are anticipating a spike in cases -- but some say that may not translate into an equally dramatic spike in deaths." data-reactid="12" type="text">As the United States braces itself for a likely "second wave" of COVID-19 this fall, many experts are anticipating a…
Eskom will implement Stage 2 load shedding throughout the weekend, in order to replenish emergency reserves and to better prepare for the coming week.The power utility on Friday afternoon issued an update on the power system. Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented on both Saturday and Sunday, between 08:00 and 22:00, the statement read.Earlier in…
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga More pupils return to schools, including those in Grades 6, 11 and some Grade Rs.Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga said the department would attempt to stagger the return of schooling.Since the return of Grade 7 and 12 pupils, 2 740 teachers and 1 260 pupils were infected.South Africa is…
The City of Cape Town's Disaster Management Centre has been warned to prepare itself for gale force winds. An intense cold front and strong to gale force winds, heavy rain, very cold conditions and rough seas are expected.All City services will be on standby, and residents have been warned to clear blockages.The City of Cape Town's…
Another outbreak was traced to the consumption and handling of meat Published: February 23, 2026, 12:05 am Researchers have shared details of an outbreak at a funeral in Uganda that killed three young people. Aeromonas bacteria can cause food poisoning with an incubation period of 12 hours to seven days, typically 24 to 48 hours. In February 2024
Here in the northern hemisphere, winter famously contributes to widespread vitamin D deficiency as sunlight exposure decreases. The trend is “very marked in clinical practice," Mary Gover, MD, an internal medicine doctor at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care in New York City, tells SELF. What you might not know, however, is that vitamin D isn’t the
Your 30s and 40s are what some would consider the best years of your life. You’re no longer “figuring it out,” but you aren’t “old” by society’s ageist standards either. It should be a sweet spot—right? But despite the illusion of stability and security, it’s also common for anxiety and self-doubt to worsen during your