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…
Police used stun grenades against protesting tourism and hospitality workers outside Parliament on Friday.The staff at Truth Coffee cafe were hit with water cannons.Cape Town Mayor Dan Plato says he is "appalled" by the footage.Cape Town mayor Dan Plato has expressed outrage at police action against tourism industry protesters who were blasted by a water…
Shirley Horton sobbed as she threw her arms around her husband, Ken, as he left the Mediclinic Durbanville in Cape Town following his treatment for Covid-19. A row of hospital staff applauded as Ken Horton, 68, was pushed to the entrance in a wheelchair.He was given a little gift bag to take home by Christine Taylor,…
Key findings include glycerol levels in slushies and meat substitution Published: July 10, 2026, 12:05 am A food testing surveillance program has identified imported products, supplements, slush-ice drinks and certain meats as areas of concern. A total of 845 food products were collected between July and October 2025 from a range of retail environments in
7 min read THE STANDARD BARBELL deadlift is widely esteemed as a strength training essential. For good reason, too: The compound lift fires up the hamstrings and glutes, while engaging other muscles through your quads, back, and abs. For most guys, deadlift day begins and ends with the Olympic (or straight) barbell. This unforgiving implement
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” Eight days before my 33rd birthday in April, a social worker at a crisis clinic near Denver determined I was an imminent danger to myself. She placed me on an