Innholdsfortegnelse for 7-Jun-18 i Drum English

THE BEAT GOES ON WE LOVE how vocal DRUM readers are, sharing their thoughts either on our letters page or on our social media platforms. Thank you for taking the time to talk to us and tell us what you like and dislike! We’ve also seen a great many of you ask about where you can find our brand extensions, especially the Word Search and DRUM Puzzles magazines. If you’re battling to find it in stores, email shop@drum.co.za to order a print copy. If you want one of our previously published magazines – for example DRUM Hair, DRUM Food or DRUM Weddings – visit mysubs.co.za to buy a digital copy. They were so popular there are very few print issues left so digital is the best option for these. Happy…

Don’t let unemployment make you despondent. Your education is your investment in yourself and nobody can take it away from you. Volunteer in the meantime, attend workshops on networking, etc. but stay positive. While you’re looking for work try to find business-minded mentors and ask to shadow them. Not everybody will turn you down. NQOBILE MAGUDULELA I believe I will get a job after graduating because with God everything is possible. I have had my fair share of problems but everything will be okay. FLORAH MOKGOLOBOTO In Msanzi you can only get a job if you know someone. There are many people sitting in office jobs who don’t have any qualifications and a lot of people with degrees packing shelves in supermarkets. JANET RANTAO You must be prepared to take…

HE CAN still remember the day clearly. It seemed like a scene from one of his many TV roles, the accused waiting anxiously in the dock while the judge delivered the sentence. Dressed in black to mourn the death of his marriage and in burgundy for strength, he vowed to live his life to the full again. And actor Tumisho Masha was given that chance when the magistrates court in Randburg found him not guilty of assaulting his estranged wife, Zozibini Mtongana (34). With that verdict, two years of upheaval came to a halt – and now Tumisho (42) wants to put the battle behind him and get on with his life. In fact, he’s even thinking about getting married again, he tells DRUM in an exclusive interview. The former…

SWEET POTATO BITES WITH TAHINI DIP MAKES 12-15 BALLS PREPARATION: 15 MIN CHILLING: 15 MIN COOKING: 3-5 MIN A BATCH 1 medium sweet potato, baked (use the basic baked sweet potato recipe on the opposite page) 1 can (400g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 125ml (½c) chopped fresh parsley 1ml (¼t) cayenne pepper 15ml (1T) ground cumin 10ml (2t) ground coriander 1 garlic clove, minced salt and pepper to taste oil for deep frying DIP 60ml (¼c) tahini 125ml (½c) double-cream plain yoghurt 15ml (1T) lemon juice ½ garlic clove, minced small handful of fresh mint, chopped salt and pepper 1 Put the sweet potato and chickpeas in a large bowl. Mash coarsely. Add the parsley, spices and garlic and mix well. Season with salt and pepper and mix to combine.…

LOOK 1 MINIMALIST TONE IT DOWN The key to minimalist décor is to play around with various shades of muted colours. Stick to a limited palette in biscuit tones, greys and blues as this will allow you to create a cohesive look that’s clean and crisp. IN THIS BEDROOM Natural elements Always try to bring natural elements into your room. In our look the wooden floor and side tables soften the biscuit tones of the headboard and bedding, adding warmth to the room. Lighting These steel bedside lamps have an industrial appearance that works well with the simple, hard edges of the side tables. Texture When it comes to your bedding, blankets and throws, playing around with greys and biscuit shades adds depth to a room. Here a touch of…

ONIONS help you fight a cold for two reasons. They’re naturally antimicrobial – meaning they fight germs – especially when eaten raw. They also contain lots of sulphur, which is helpful for both immune responsiveness and detoxification. OYSTERS can do more than kick-start your sex drive – their high zinc content also makes them beneficial when you’re battling a cold. Zinc is responsible for white blood cell function, which is associated with fighting viruses and bacteria. HONEY has a variety of antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. In one study, researchers found that giving children 10g honey at bedtime reduced the severity of their cough symptoms and helped them sleep more soundly. But never give honey to a child under a year old – it often contains botulinum spores that can be…

Once you’ve done your research and assessed your strengths and weaknesses, make a list of what you need to do next: What skills do I need for the job I want? What weaknesses must I address immediately? Which strengths should I improve? How much time do I devote to them? If you need additional skills that require training or coaching, do your research and find out if there are online courses or if you need to study at an institution. Take advantage of training courses your employer offers. “Most companies have access to Seta (Sector Education and Training Authority) funds for training, so talk to your HR department and see if they can assist you to fund a relevant course or qualification,” O’Brien says.…

DOCTOR’S ORDERS For his wife’s birthday party a doctor orders a cake with the inscription, “You are not getting older, you are just getting better.” When asked how he wants it arranged he says, “Just put ‘You are not getting older’ at the top and ‘You are just getting better’ at the bottom.” It’s not until the good doctor is ready to serve the cake that he discovers the inscription reads: “You are not getting older at the top, you are just getting better at the bottom.” CRUEL TRICK A newlywed wife says to her husband when he returns from work, “I have great news for you. Pretty soon there will be three of us in this house instead of two.” Her husband runs to her with a huge grin…

BAD GIRLS Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba are teaming up for LA’s Finest, a TV series spin-off of the Bad Boys movies, due out later this year. Gabby played Martin Lawrence’s sister in Bad Boys II, and in the series she’ll play the same character, Syd Burnett – now an ex-military officer and cop. Jessica plays her partner, Nancy McKenna. AFRICAN PRIDE Gabby also lends her talent to another TV show, Disney’s The Lion Guard – where she voices Nala, the queen of the Pride Lands and the mother of Kion. MORE MARY JANE The actress’ popular drama series, Being Mary Jane (ABOVE), was set to end with its fifth season but its fourth ended up being its final. However, BET announced unfinished storylines would be wrapped up with a…

Through their natural processes, plants add humidity to the air and improve general air quality. Green plants can help to make a home or workplace look more natural, which can help stress relief. The mere presence of a plant has a calming effect and seems to make people feel happier. Plants in the workplace help to boost positivity among colleagues. Plants are good for our brains, making us more creative and productive. Plants absorb noise, thereby contributing to a quieter environment.…

The 26-year-old beauty from Mdantsane in East London narrowly missed out being crowned Miss South Africa, losing out in the final question to Tamaryn Green. But it was a life-changing achievement for the BCom graduate who’d never entered a pageant before, and she’s still pinching herself to make sure she’s awake. “Walking on stage at Miss South Africa – it’s only a dream, something you see from afar. It’s for those people, not us. “But now when a girl from Mdantsane sees me, she’ll see the power of possibility. They will look inside themselves and say, ‘If she can do it, why can’t I?’” Thulisa studied at the University of Cape Town and is now living in Fourways, Johannesburg, where she’s doing her articles at one of the four biggest…

NO ONE saw it coming.AB de Villiers, one of the best cricketers the game has ever seen, was calling it quits – exactly a year before the Cricket World Cup, a trophy he’d long dreamt of bringing home for his country. “I’ve had my turn and, to be honest, I’m tired,” he said in a video posted to his social media accounts. Last year the 34-year-old batsman extraordinaire announced he was taking a break from Test cricket – but no one expected him to pull out from all international formats quite so soon. “This is a tough decision. I’ve thought long and hard about it and I’d like to retire still playing decent cricket,” he said. “For me, in green and gold, it must be everything or nothing.” AB isn’t…

‘I think he deserved to win the Ballon d’Or’ THE enormous stadium is almost deserted as he peels off his socks and walks barefoot across the pitch. He’d practically grown up in Camp Nou, the home of FC Barcelona, arriving here as a timid, homesick 12-year-old. Now he’s saying farewell to the club that’s helped make him one of the best footballers in the world. For Andrés Iniesta (34), his team and football fans around the world it’s the end of an era – but what an era it’s been. Barça’s manager, Ernesto Valverde, was among the many football personalities who paid tribute to Iniesta and his glittering career after his side’s final, victorious La Liga match of the season against Real Sociedad. Valverde described Iniesta and teammate Lionel Messi…

It’s been a minute since we last heard from Ye. What’s he up to? IF YOU’VE also noticed the suspicious absence of controversial/upsetting/bizarre opinions coming from KANYE WEST, you’re not alone. It turns out Yeezy has taken his own advice and put down his phone so he can focus on his music. Having heralded his return to social media with Twitter sprees, strange interviews, stranger views – on slavery! – and a didn’t-seethat-coming alliance with US president Donald Trump, he’s now gone radio silent. Yeezy has been holed up far away from the lights of Los Angeles in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to work on completing his upcoming albums. And wife KIM KARDASHIAN WEST has joined him. “Kim will travel back and forth to see him as Kanye will be in…

A WOMAN R Kelly allegedly described as “boring in bed,” after he’d allegedly sexually abused her, is suing the R&B crooner for sexual battery, false imprisonment and failure to disclose an STD. The woman, FAITH ROGERS, filed court papers in New York City and says she caught herpes from the singer. She said she’d met Kelly last year at a concert when she was 19 years old, and a few months later he flew her out for another concert. After that show, she says, he “bombarded” her hotel room and initiated “unwanted sexual contact”. Faith’s attorney told TMZ her client is the woman who secretly recorded Kelly in an attempt to coax a confession out of him. Another day, another allegation against R. Kelly. Is his time up? SOURCES: PEOPLE.COM,TMZ.COM,…

THERE’S a reason JADA PINKETT SMITH is often rocking a doek in public – she’s losing her hair. On her Facebook talk show Red Table Talk, the actress said she was in the shower when she noticed handfuls of locks coming out, which left her “literally shaking with fear”. Alopecia, a condition in which the immune system attacks hair follicles, was causing significant hair loss. Jada says doctors and specialists haven’t been able to diagnose the root of the problem, but she thinks it may be caused by stress. Looking on the positive side, Jada said of all the things a “higher power” could take from her, she was happy to offer her hair.…

A MOTHER’S LOVE WAS raised by a mother who listened to me, who allowed me to express myself and be who I am. I was told every day that I matter, that my thoughts matter. Even on those very rare occasions when I didn’t do well at school, I was never shouted at or called “stupid”. I was always allowed to err and to understand that to err is human. But above all, I was nurtured and she believed in me. At times I’d attempt something and fail at it, but I was always told I can fail over and over again, and that I’m not a failure until I give up. Do you know what that does to a child? It builds self-esteem. It’s when you’re told you can…

THEY loved spending Sundays together – she’d cook his favourite stew for lunch and before she knew it they’d be cuddled up on the couch ready to watch their favourite reality shows, Date My Family and Our Perfect Wedding. These days Sundays are painfully slow for Bonang Matheba. The Being Bonang star recently revealed she feels “every moment” of the day now that she’s single. Yet she shows no signs of heartbreak when we meet for a catch-up over lunch at Life Grand Cafe in Waterfall Corner, Midrand. There’s not a puffy eye in sight as she struts into the upmarket restaurant, dressed in all white with a silver jacket. Queen B is bubbly as she orders a salmon dish in her signature husky voice, and a salad paired with…

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Your nose is dripping, your throat is sore and your head feels as if it might explode. You’ve caught a cold. Again. For many of us, colds and flu are par for the course at this time of year as we hurtle towards winter and the pharmacy queue starts to feel like our second home. But if you’re keen to try something other than over-the-counter meds, check out these unconventional remedies that some people swear by to help banish the bunged-up blues. DON A PAIR OF COLD, WET SOCKS Weird though it may sound, wearing cold, wet socks to bed when coming down with a cold can mimic the effects of immune-enhancing hydrotherapy treatments. Leslie Solomonian, a doctor of naturopathic medicine and associate professor at the Canadian College of Naturopathic…

MY MOM MANIPULATES ME Q I’m a 27-year-old woman and I live with my mom and little sister. When my mom and stepdad separated she moved us out of their home into a rented house. It’s been two years but I can’t move on with my life because I’m responsible for everything in the house. My mom works but I don’t know what she does with her money. I have so much anger towards her because she doesn’t care about my goals and dreams. She’s manipulative and emotionally abusive at times. I’m tired of paying her rent when I should be trying to buy my own house. This situation has put me in debt, as I also take care of my little sister’s needs. I’m so unhappy and just want…

GEMINI 21 MAY – 20 JUN Your planet, Mercury, moves into your financial horoscope this week – for better or for worse. It’s a time when you could dip out on valuable business opportunities if spreading yourself too thin prevents you from following up or making commitments. On the upside, it’s a week where your communication skills and flair for networking can be a great asset when it comes to boosting your cash flow. Put them to good use. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 36, 3, 9, 10, 6, 50 CANCER 21 Jun – 21 Jul Communicative Mercury moves into your sign this week, which should make you feel more comfortable with verbalising your feelings. Even if you’re a shy Cancer words should flow with greater ease. So seize the opportunity, whether…

MUVHANGO KK manipulates an old woman. Mulalo (SYDNEY RAMAKUELA) is placed in a difficult position when Azwindini blackmails him. Gugu struggles to fit in. Meme vows to get back at her enemy. Maureen uses the Bible to prove her worth. Meme and her mother lock horns. Gugu embarrasses Brother Max when she fails to honour her promise. RHYTHM CITY Bongani feels threatened by the arrival of Artist Y. Mzi frantically tries to mend what’s broken and comes up with a brilliant plan for David. Lungile (MAVUSO MAGABANE) records an enraged Bongani. Mapula tries to make things right with Melusi. Suffo decides to let David win for his family’s sake. Melusi starts showing his true colours. SCANDAL! Romeo kicks his latest plan into motion. Ingrid comes face to face with someone…

MOTHER-IN-LAW’S TONGUE This plant is able to remove the chemicals benzene, formaldehyde and xylene from the air. Unlike the processes of the two plants below, mother-in-law’s tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata) works best at night. SPIDER PLANT The spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a fast grower and easy to care for. It filters formaldehyde and xylene from the air. PEACE LILY Formaldehyde, xylene, benzene and ammonia are some of the toxins this plant removes from the air. Peace lilies (Spathiphyllum wallisii) are also known for replenishing moisture in the air.…

This year, for the first time, two winners were announced at the Miss South Africa pageant: one who would go on to compete in Miss Universe (Tamaryn Green) and the other in Miss World (Thulisa Keyi). Miss Universe – which used to be part-owned by US president Donald Trump until 2015 – is based in the United States and is generally seen as a more corporate position, with the winner being afforded the opportunity to explore the business world. The pageant is now owned by NBC Universal. Miss World places more emphasis on charity work. It’s based in London and was started by Eric Morley. His wife, Julia Morley, took over the running of the pageant when he died in 2000.…

Former Proteas wicketkeeper and Titans coach Mark Boucher “I remember AB on his first day out for the Proteas. What an inspirational person and player he turned out to be. Thank you for everything you’ve done and been for your country, teammates and fans.” England captain Joe Root “AB is one of the few players that kids around the world watch and say they want to be like.” Former SA captain and cricket legend Ali Bacher “You should be thankful to him. For 14 years he’s given so much joy and pleasure to millions and millions of cricket watchers.”…

BRAZIL, Portugal, Germany, Argentina, Spain – the list of favourites to win the upcoming Fifa World Cup in Russia is endless. With 32 teams in the mix, fans around the world are getting ready to back their teams with heated banter, lavish bets and undying support – and it’s no different in Mzansi. Former Bafana Bafana coach Gordon Igesund is looking forward to the greatest sporting event. “There’s always such a vibe at the World Cup,” he says. “When the big games are on everyone wants to get into the atmosphere of watching it together. There’ll be dinners and parties – it’s probably the greatest spectacle in world sport.” We asked soccer-mad stars to spill the beans on who they’ll be backing when the tournament kicks off on 14 June.…

1 Phone I have to have my phone close by in case I’m contacted for jobs. 2 Buxom lip gloss You can’t find this in South Africa – I get it in the US. I’ve got juicy, thick lips so I struggle to find the perfect lip gloss and this is a life-saver. 3 Woolworths hand lotion I hate dry, ashy hands so I need it at all times. 4 Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Lip Cream It’s a lip cream for chapped lips and it’s the best thing ever. I have one in my bag and one in my car! 5 Ben Nye Banana Powder I’m a lover of make-up and I always have to touch-up because I have oily skin. This powder is the Holy Grail. I’ve had it…

‘He messed up. We all mess up. But we have to be accountable’ TERRY CREWS TERRY CREWS of Deadpool 2 and Brooklyn Nine-Nine fame, who spoke out about his experience of being sexually harassed in Hollywood, said he couldn’t keep quiet about it “because it’s everywhere”. The ex-American footballer was groped by Hollywood agent ADAM VENIT and after sharing this was named as the most prominent voice in the #MeToo movement by Time magazine last year. Discussing the #MeToo movement, Terry told The Guardian, “I feel like this whole thing is the reason why I’ve been put on Earth. The silence allows this stuff to breathe and grow and I want to shine a light on it because it’s everywhere. It was in sports, in business, in politics, in religion.…

Unwind with 117 great brain games in the first issue of DRUM Puzzles (R32)! This magazine is perfect for puzzle lovers of any skill level – beginners and experts. Solve classic crosswords and arrow puzzles, crack codebreakers, have a go at spot the difference with celeb pictures, become the master of sudoku and more! The solutions are included at the back of the magazine. DRUM Word Search (R42) offers hours of word-search fun. Sift through a maze of letters for hidden words in 101 great puzzles. Puzzles are grouped in themes and there’s a section for kids that will help expand their vocabulary with themes such as animals, superheroes and more. Get your copy in stores or order from Johan Terblanche on johan.terblanche@media24.com  or 021-406-4962.…

WHEN Meghan Markle said “I will” to her prince the two billion people watching worldwide breathed a dreamy sigh. There it was, right in front of our eyes: love. As royal wedding fever swept the world it was easy to forget Meghan had been there, done that before – not at a wedding like this, of course, complete with pomp and pageantry spiced up with American passion from the pulpit and a gospel choir in full cry. But at a wedding nevertheless. Her 2011 marriage – to Los Angeles production manager Trevor Engelson – lasted just two years and Meghan was single for three years before falling for Prince Harry. Enough time, experts say, to have processed what had happened and – hopefully – make her sure not to repeat…

MASALA SHANK PIES Impress guests with these gourmet creations. You need time and patience but the delicious results are well worth the effort. MAKES 4-6 PIES PREPARATION: 20 MIN COOLING: 30 MIN COOKING: ABOUT 3½ HR 4-6 small lamb shanks 30ml (2T) roasted masala 2,5ml (½t) cumin seeds salt and freshly ground pepper 2 bay leaves 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 onion, quartered 2 carrots, chopped 1 litre (4c) chicken or beef stock TO FINISH 2 rolls (400g each) puff pastry 1 egg yolk, whisked with 15ml (1T) water 2,5ml (½t) cumin seeds 5ml (1t) cornflour, mixed with 5ml (1t) water Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line a baking sheet with baking paper. 1 Season the meat with the masala, cumin seeds, salt and pepper. 2 Put the bay leaves,…

Some studies have cast doubt over the purported benefits of steam for sniffles and sneezes, but it remains a popular remedy. Those in favour claim it moisturises dry, irritated nasal and throat passages, helps tackle sore throats, and dilates blood vessels, encouraging better blood flow and overall circulation. Either way it’s 100% natural so won’t do you any harm. It’s also cheap – just the cost of boiling water (although adding essential oils such as eucalyptus or menthol makes the experience more pleasurable).…

For recent graduates or newcomers to the workforce there are basic skills required to improve their chances of getting noticed. In addition to your qualification and experience you’ll need a few other basic but very important skills, for example, a driver’s licence is often crucial. Great computer skills are non-negotiable for most jobs, recruitment specialist Tamara Wolpert says, and candidates will be expected to be proficient in PowerPoint, Excel and the MS Office Suite. “And always ensure that your English grammar and spelling is top notch. Do not use SMS speak when communicating in the business environment,” she says. “These are ‘make or break’ skills.”…

THE big drawcard of tax-free savings accounts (TFSA) is that you can save more because you’re not paying tax (up to a certain amount) on it. It’s a good longterm investment because the longer you save, the larger the tax benefit you receive. But be sure to consider TFSAs from various companies before choosing one, because fees can guzzle an unnecessary chunk of your savings. TFSAs IN A NUTSHELL The maximum tax-free contribution to a TFSA is R33 000 in a tax year (from 1 March to the end of February the following year). The lifetime tax-free contribution of a person is R500 000 – meaning you’ll be taxed for any amount over that in a lifetime. If you’re able to contribute R2 750 a month, it will take a…

CONNIE FERGUSON 10 JUNE JOHNNY CLEGG 7 JUNE KANYE WEST 8 JUNE SASHA OBAMA 10 JUNE BRYAN HABANA 12 JUNE ZOLISA XALUVA 13 JUNE HEALTH, LEISURE AND LIFESTYLE A variety of leisure activities keeps Gemini happy and healthy. Gemini’s association with the lungs makes smoking a bad idea. Breathing exercises and plenty of fresh air are good ideas. Too many simultaneous thoughts turn Gemini into a nervous wreck. Activities that require skill and agility suit the Twins well. Gemini doesn’t go for a fixed schedule or strict routines. To his/her detriment this busy bee sometimes skips a meal.…

1 Rihanna says she’s no longer friends with which rapper? A. Lil Wayne B. Drake C. Jay-Z D. Kanye West 2 Which Spanish soccer super club recently played a friendly game in South Africa? A. Real Madrid B. Barcelona C. Juventus D. Inter Milan 3 Former Miss SA Liesl Laurie is dating . . .? A. AKA B. Riky Rick C. Da L.E.S D. ProVerb 4 Convicted murderer Christopher Panayiotou was sentenced to . . . for orchestrating his wife Jayde’s murder in 2015? A. 10 years B. Life C. 5 years D. 15 years 5 Icasa announced new regulations to govern the rules on . . . ? A. Mobile data & out-of-bundle billing B. Adverts C. Cellphones & costs D. Voice calls 6 Which local airline recently had…

IT’S not the kind of thing you’d expect her to be insecure about – she has, after all, just been crowned the loveliest in the land. But if there’s one area where Tamaryn Green’s confidence lags it’s her looks. Hard though it may be to believe, her beauty is something she’s had to learn to embrace, she says, as she always felt she was being judged by it. “Growing up I felt like I had to prove myself to people because you can’t walk into a room and expect people to see your heart,” Tamaryn says. When you look a certain way people think you are a certain way, she adds – arrogant or conceited – and it creates a barrier. Still, she isn’t complaining now. The 23-year-old medical student…

Biggest fashion fail? When cropped tops were in fashion and I showed off my whole stomach. Cringe! Tell us something weird about yourself. I don’t eat chocolate. And I have a phobia about ears and toes. If you came back as someone else it would be . . .probably Nelson Mandela – and be president for longer. Which smell reminds you most of home? My mom’s freshly baked bread. One thing you never leave home without? My cellphone. Heels, flats, sneakers or flip-flops? Sneakers. Your go-to comfort food? Popcorn.…

SHE was the gospel singer who became a global pop powerhouse – a star with the voice of an angel who helped pave the way for generations of black women. Some say without Whitney Houston there’d be no Beyoncé, such was her glass ceiling-breaking clout in the industry. So why did a woman who had everything going for her end up self-destructing in such a brutal way? This is the question that drove an award-winning filmmaker in search of answers –and led him to discover a dark secret that haunted the troubled singer all her life. Scottish director Kevin Macdonald’s documentary, Whitney, was one of the stand-out productions at the recent Cannes Film Festival and gives new insight into a woman who could sing like an angel yet was plagued…

CASTER KEEPS SHINING She can do no wrong. It’s a case of another race, another record for SA darling CASTER SEMENYA. The track star ran the fastest women’s 800m of the year at the Prefontaine Classic Diamond League meeting. She also broke the magical 1:55 mark, the first this year, and set a new world lead. Yet the champ couldn’t escape the controversy surrounding her, thanks to the IAAF’s new regulations for female athletes, with media asking her after the race why she’s been quiet about it. The new rules would force Semenya to take pills to restrict her testosterone level or do longer races. “I don’t want to talk about it,” she said. “To be honest, I’m just an athlete. There is nothing I can do. I just want…

IT’S taken him 10 years to break into the music industry – but it’s been worth the wait for Mzansi’s latest rising star. BLOMZIT AVENUE is blazing a trail as his catchy hit, I Wanna Be Your Lover, takes the country by storm. We get to know the Eastern Cape-based up-and-comer. Best gig you’ve had so far? At Cove Rock in my hometown, East London, last December. It was a private beach party with only two DJs (myself and Mobi Dixon). Best track in SA? I Wanna Be Your Lover by Blomzit Avenue featuring Thandi Ralana! Best dance move you’ve busted out or seen lately? The Thuso Phala. Best way to listen to your track? At a club or [at a house party] watching people dance to it! Best way…

KHLOE KARDASHIAN & TRUE The reality star and new mom showed off daughter True’s nursery on her app, Khloé with a K. It’s all pink, with a butterfly theme, and a $4 000 (R49 761) crib – the same kind Beyoncé’s twins sleep in. She also shared she’s still deciding on a middle name for her newborn. “True doesn’t have a middle name – for now,” Khloé wrote. “It was enough pressure to pick a first name! I have a couple of names in mind, I’m just not completely sure about it yet. I plan to take my time and decide if I’ll give her one at all.” KEVIN HART & KENZO Funny man and fitness fanatic KEVIN HART shared this adorable photo of his eight-month-old son, KENZO, on Instagram,…

TONI TRUCKS The SEAL Team actress stunned in a form-fitting burgundy dress at the 43rd Gracie Awards in Beverly Hills. THANDIE NEWTON The actress wore a Rodarte sequin and hand-embroidered dress to a special screening of Solo: A Star Wars Story. APRIL RYAN The CNN political analyst rocked a red mermaid-style dress at the 43rd Gracie Awards in Beverly Hills. CIARA The singer slayed in a Julien Macdonald dress, Le Silla heels and Le Vian jewels at the Billboard Music Awards. JANET JACKSON The singer stepped out in a white tee, Rami Kadi skirt and Neil Lane Couture jewels to collect her Icon award at the Billboard Music Awards. GABRIELLE DENNIS The Rosewood actress looked like royalty in her princess-style Miri Couture gown at the 43rd Gracie Awards in Beverly…