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President Cyril Ramaphosa receiving on behalf of government a R1 billion consignment of critical personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical supplies. The Auditor-General has released shocking findings about Covid-19 PPE government contracts. Kimi Makwetu says there are clear signs of overpricing, unfair processes and potential fraud.He says he will "converge" his report with that…
Whether you had a “bad cold” this winter or recently endured a cough that would not quit, it’s only natural to wonder if you might have had COVID-19 without realizing it. That’s especially true now that infectious disease experts say the virus was likely already spreading before cities started to lock down and put social…
COVID-19 is infamous for having somewhat strange symptoms (COVID toes, anyone?) or no symptoms at all (up to 40% of people infected with the novel coronavirus may show no signs). But sometimes the virus makes its presence abundantly clear, with telltale symptoms that can be severe and long-lasting. These are seven sure signs you've already…
In December 2017, I was a busy mom of three boys and an art teacher hoping to recharge over winter break, when I became overwhelmed with extreme fatigue one morning. I remember having to crawl out of the shower, too weak to stand or reach up to turn off the water from the shower head…
Published: November 27, 2025, 4:34 pm Last updated: November 28, 2025, 4:36 pm Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. Once the holiday meal ends, the spotlight turns to enjoying the leftovers in the days ahead. To keep those leftovers safe to eat, the U.S. Department of Agriculture provides essential food safety tips.
Thrift shopping deserves every ounce of its current internet buzz: It’s better for the environment—and for your checking account. But when you’re shopping for secondhand workout clothes, the germ expert SELF consulted says it pays to be a little more discerning with those pre-loved yoga and running fits. Ahead, our experts break down a six-step
2 min read IT'S BEEN NEARLY ten years since Stranger Things first debuted in July of 2016. It's been nearly three-and-a-half years since the show's fourth and most recent season debuted back in July of 2022. It's not a hot take to say that if you're still aboard the Stranger Things train, there's a pretty