Pretoria News is a local newspaper circulating in the Tshwane Metropolitan area. Pretoria News covers a range of local news, as well as national and international news, comment and analysis by experts, sport, entertainment and lifestyle.
Amy Winehouse’s clothing has gone on display to the public in Los Angeles. Items belonging to the late Rehab hitmaker – who died from accidental alcohol poisoning aged 27 in 2011 – are expected to fetch mega-bucks at the Property From The Life and Career of Amy Winehouse auction, in Beverly Hills and via Julien’s Auctions’ website today and tomorrow. The pieces include custom designs made for the music icon’s 2011 tour and the green-and-black floral Naomi Parry-designed gown Amy wore for her final concert in Belgrade, Serbia, the month before her tragic passing in July that year. The latter is anticipated to sell for between £10 800 (about R227 000) and £14 500. Other items include the golden leather boots worn by the Back to Black hitmaker on the…
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II has not been a “participant” in his career growth. The 35-year-old actor has recently featured in movies such as Candyman and The Trial of the Chicago 7, as well as winning an Emmy for his role in the TV series Watchmen – and admits that his star has risen while he has been in lockdown in Berlin. Yahya told the December/January issue of British GQ magazine: “I was not a participant in the world. I wasn’t there – I was in Berlin in my apartment in lockdown (filming The Matrix Resurrections). “I won an Emmy and I’ve never been to the Emmys. It was just me, my cousin sitting to the left, a make-up person who I didn’t know and a tech guy. He was pleasant. But…
Buhle Mbonambi buhle.mbonambi@inl.co.za IT’S time that the world accepts that Real Housewives is a major part of pop culture. It has a fan base that is as vocal as football, cricket and Marvel fans, sometimes even more so. They get so involved in the shenanigans of cast members – whether it’s the multiple US cities, UK, Australia or African versions of the franchise – that there are dedicated group chats, podcasts and communities on social media. Few reality shows are able to catapult their casts into mega stardom and yet with Real Housewives, it’s common. The women are coining it, using their newfound fame to launch new careers as business people, from candles and homeware to luxury fashion. Even Kathy Hilton has decided the franchise is good for her image…
When you think of the colours on your plate, do you ever think of black? Well, it’s time you do as they are the new power food. We all know greens, yellows and reds are loaded with nutrients – but so are the lesser-spoken-about black ones too. What are black foods? Foods with the pigments called anthocyanins are known as black foods. Anthocyanins are found in black, blue and purple- coloured foods and have hidden nutrients and benefits galore. These pigments have rich anti-oxidant properties which promote health and have the potential to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke. They play a huge role in immunity. They are fun, healthy, offbeat and make for a nice visual treat too. Abhilasha V, chief clinical nutritionist, Cloudnine group of…
IANS A luxurious house make-over might seem to be an expensive and overwhelming task but it doesn't necessarily have to drill holes in your pocket. A few small changes and the right decor pieces can make a huge difference to the way your home looks. Interior designer , Keyur Zaveri shares some ideas that could give your home a rich look. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication While it may feel intuitive to keep adding expensive decor to your home to give it the luxurious touch, in today's age, less is really more. Simplifying your space can give your home a classy look. Invest in a few accent decor pieces – a lamp, wall art, decor for a centre table – that are cohesive and work well together in the theme…
Sacha van Niekerk sacha.vanniekerk@inl.co.za If the past year and a bit have taught us anything, it is the importance of self-care. We get only one body, and nurturing and nourishing it in the right way is of the utmost importance. From small daily rituals to grand events, there is a greater focus on self-care of every kind. Spa visits, holidays, birthdays, weddings and reunions of every kind were put on hold as we moulded ourselves to best suit the circumstances of the pandemic. Many people continue working from home without an off switch to end their day. In response, people are carving time out of their lives to be kind and listen to their minds and bodies. Here are some self-care trends to try: Healing holidays Stress, anxiety and uncertainty…
