Lifestyle

Clutter can clog up even the best intentions to keep your home tidy. Add in a sentimental streak and getting started is a whole lot harder. Try out these four easy approaches to conquering this daunting task.

It’s a Numbers Game It’s hard to know where to begin sorting your things when you feel like you’re drowning in them. As a starting point, consider the ‘90-Day Rule’. Focus on one item and ask yourself if you’ve used it in the last 90 days and if you’re likely to use it in the next 90 days. If the answer is ‘no’ to both, then you know what to do: send it packing.

Events

From music festivals to motorshows, here’s our round-up of things to do this month

Calling all South African music enthusiasts! Started by the late world-renowned SA rapper Riky Rick, the annual Cotton Fest is spreading its wings and soaring from Joburg to Durban.

Kids

Crazy about chameleons. They have googly eyes, colour-changing skin and tongues twice as long as their bodies! Who needs to search for aliens when there are weird creatures like chameleons roaming around?

COLOUR ME MOODY. Chameleons are masters of camouflage, but did you know that they don’t just change colour to hide from predators? Sometimes they do it when they’re moody, and sometimes they do it in response to temperature or light. When chameleons are angry, stressed or scared, for example, their colours get really dark. When they’re excited, they’re more likely to display bright greens, reds and blues. They also tend to go dark when they’re chilly, as dark colours absorb more heat and will keep them warm.

Finance

You’ve waved your friends goodbye at the airport and hugged them hello a bit hard on their return, hoping some of their tan rubs off on you as they smile and bubble on about their trip. If you couldn’t catch a break this year, make sure you get away next year by adopting this short-term advice from top-tier experts

Change is as good as a holiday, they say. But you know what else is as good as a holiday? An actual holiday! It’s not always easy coming up with the funds to get you to Greece or Ghana, but if you put steps in place now for saving, you could soon make your dream destination a reality.

Vibes

What's hot in the entertainment world this July?

INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR In Cinemas 7 July Prepare for some uber-horror scenes in the ffth instalment of the series (but a sequel to 2013’s Chapter 2 ), directed by actor and star Patrick Wilson. It’s been 10 years since Dalton’s (Ty Simpkins) traumatic astral projection experience, and he’s of to college. However, old demons from the past (and The Further realm) are returning... If you’re into nonstop terror and quality jump-scares, this one’s for you!

Fitness

New year. Tick. Sticking to your resolutions? Not so much. Especially the one about getting back into a regular exercise routine. Well, a problem halved is a problem solved, right? Consider joining one of these fun fitness groups to help you get going

We all know that exercising is good for your health, but it can also be a great way to expand your social circle. Joining a group that is committed to exercise not only allows you to work out in a safer environment, it also increases the likelihood of sticking to your goals. It’s much more difficult to skip that session when you know someone’s waiting for you to show up! Here’s a roundup of clubs and classes that sound like fun…

Rising Star

Ami Faku. A glimpse into this singer’s life and her influence on the Mzansi Afro-soul music scene

The proudest moment in her life was when she “finally decided to challenge myself musically and audition for a TV singing competition”, says Ami Faku. “If I didn’t challenge myself, I would’ve been stuck in one place. Not trusting my potential because of fear held me A glimpse into this singer’s life and her influence on the Mzansi Afro-soul music scene Ami Faku RISING STAR CLUBX AUGUST 2023 back from living life to the fullest. Now I fear nothing.”