Saturday Star 2024-01-20

Last year, we saw a rise in South African artists blowing up on the global stage. This year they are continuing their world takeover. Recently, rapper Cassper Nyovest announced he will be performing at the O2 Academy Islington, London, as part of the Shockolate Show 2024. Now it has been confirmed that more award-winning artists have booked gigs outside of Africa. Kamo Mphela, Pabi Cooper, Vigrodeep and Sha Sha are among many African stars who will make their way to Abu Dhabi, UAE, to perform at the 3rd edition of the All Africa Festival (AAF). It will be held from February 2-4 at Etihad Park, Yas Island. Mphela will also dash off the UK to headline shows in London and Birmingham on January 26-27. “Kicking off the year in high…

It’s been a long, strange trip for the smart, real-world ideas behind Rosalind Wiseman’s Queen Bees and Wannabes, the 2002 parenting book about how to deal with difficult teenage daughters that is best known as the inspiration for the hit 2004 movie Mean Girls. Hidden inside a comedy of cultural anthropology that was both silly and sardonic, courtesy of screenwriter Tina Fey, they’ve survived, more or less intact, through a lacklustre 2011 sequel that Fey had nothing to do with and that nobody remembers: Mean Girls 2, on the ABC Family channel. In 2017, they found their way to a stage musical, which became a hit the following year on Broadway, spawning a popular national tour after the interruption of the Covid-19 pandemic. And they are still the best thing…

Catherine, Princess of Wales is in hospital after abdominal surgery. The 42-year-old royal was admitted to The London Clinic on Tuesday for a planned operation deemed “successful” by doctors and is expected to remain under the care of medics for up to two weeks before returning home. She has cancelled all upcoming engagements and is not expected to return to her public duties until after Easter. A statement from Kensington Palace explained, “Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to The London Clinic yesterday for planned abdominal surgery”. No more details about Catherine’s medical condition have been disclosed. The statement added: “The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate. She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her…

AS THE new year rolled in, so too did the health and fitness resolutions. Millions are aiming high for a healthier lifestyle, throwing out the old habits and drawing in the new. In 2023, we were amazed by the sudden interest in weight-loss drugs, ice baths and foraging into the world of medicinal mushrooms. But now that the page has turned to 2024, what will be the next chapter in our health and fitness story? Longevity This year, the spotlight turns to longevity. The term has been buzzing around for a while but is now ready to take centre stage. Longevity isn’t just about adding more candles to the birthday cake; it’s about feeling sprightly and lively, no matter your age. And 2024 is all about living the best life…

Megan Fox is the celebrity with the most iconic engagement ring, beating the likes of Kate Middleton, Kim Kardashian and Blake Lively. According to research by customised jewellery experts at Glamira, the American actress had a whopping 17 000 searches a month worldwide for her ring. Meghan Markle’s engagement ring is second on the list, with an average of 12 000 monthly global searches, followed by Middleton in third place. The study offers insights into which celebrities own the most sought-after rings and which styles, co lours and shapes are the hottest in the bridal world. The Glamira study concluded that Fox’s 18-carat ring was the most sought-after, following her proposal to musician Machine Gun Kelly in Puerto Rico last year. “The beautifully designed ring features an entirely untreated Colombian…

Bladder health is a critical aspect of overall well-being that is often overlooked until problems arise, according to South African health coverage provider Affinity Health. “Bladder issues, including incontinence, affect up to 50 million people globally, impacting their daily activities, self-esteem, and overall quality of life,” CEO Murray Hewlett explained. “However, with the right knowledge and proactive measures, many bladder problems can be managed or even prevented.” What is bladder leakage? Also known as urinary incontinence, it can be the result of various factors and underlying conditions. Common causes include: Weak pelvic floor muscles The muscles that support the bladder and control urine flow can weaken due to ageing, childbirth, pregnancy, and obesity, Hewlett explained. “Weak pelvic floor muscles may result in stress incontinence, where leakage occurs during coughing, sneezing…