Innholdsfortegnelse for 27 June 2024 i You South Africa

Send suggestions for topics and requests for info to yourmoney@you.co.za. We may answer your questions in this column but won’t reply personally. WHEN your loan application is rejected, you may be tempted to apply for a loan elsewhere. But this could make matters worse. If you make too many applications in a short space of time, it may look as if you have cashflow problems and pose a risk for lenders. Rather find out why your loan has been declined. Sorting out the issue that caused the problem could help improve your financial situation and you may have better luck with a loan application in future. We discuss some of the most likely reasons you may have been turned down. 1 YOU’VE BEEN FLAGGED If there’s a debt-review flag on your…

For daily horoscopes go to you.co.za. CANCER 21 JUNE – 21 JULY HAVE ANOTHER LOOK AT YOUR PLANS You may have to adjust your aspirations for the future so that it better aligns with the reality of where your life is currently at. If you’ve been dreaming of furthering your level of education, it’s not to say it won’t happen or can’t be done. You may have to change your planned path towards such a goal, as the funding you require may not be forthcoming. But there’s no harm in postponing your plans until you’re ready and able to do so. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 3, 12, 30, 38, 28, 6 LEO 22 JULY – 22 AUG Be on the lookout for any unforeseen changes in the status of your debt,…

‘MUSIC IS WHAT I WAS BROUGHT ONTO THIS EARTH FOR’ HE’S travelled the world and tasted the very finest cuisine foreign countries have to offer – but for Zakes Bantwini nothing beats the taste of home. And in his case more specifically that means hot wings, the chicken meal with the kind of zingy flavour only South African outlets can get right, in his opinion. “If there’s one thing I really love about our country besides its beauty it’s the taste of our food,” the 44-year-old Grammy winner says. “I don’t think any country can match how we make our food and how it tastes. “When I come back I really want something familiar, like wings.” Which would explain why plates of his favourite snack – from Chicken Licken, one…

Keep the kids entertained this holiday with the latest issue of YOU Make Your Own. They will love the 40 fun projects in this magazine – and they’ll learn interesting things at the same time! The projects range from making fluffy slime and giant bubbles to putting together a sand pendulum, creating an underwater volcano and so much more. They can also make their own butter and honeycomb! This magazine is available online at youstore.co.za. You can also place an order with Johan Terblanche at 021-406-4962 or johan.terblanche@media24.com and have it delivered straight to your door. See your writing or news tips in print! Here are the email addresses you need for submitting material for publication. News ideas news@you.co.za Personal stories web@you.co.za Original jokes chuckles@you.co.za Recipes recipes@you.co.za…

SHE walks towards us over the practice mats, her leggings and top streaked with the chalk that gymnasts rub on their hands to help their grip. Caitlin Rooskrantz says hi, then excuses herself to change out of her gym gear – and when she returns her tattoos catch our eye. On one arm are the five iconic Olympic rings and etched into her neck is the word ‘‘Evolve”. The inkings say it all: the Games are her goal and she’s evolved a lot since the last Olympics. When YOU first met Caitlin in this gymnastics centre in Newlands, Johannesburg, she’d made headlines by becoming only the third South African woman gymnast ever to qualify for the Olympics. Back then she was 17 and had what she called a love-hate relationship…

HIT Jennifer Lopez Abby-Gene: From the top of her head to the tips of her toes, the whole look is boss lady! Kim: Why so blue, JLo? You look stunning! Ryan: JLo proves you don’t have to show skin to look sexy as heck. Lola: This ensemble is effortlessly chic in hues that complement one another and JLo. Approved. HIT Jodie Turner-Smith Abby-Gene: The burst of colour suits her complexion beautifully and that chic ‘70s bob – such a sweet touch. Kim: I’d be showing my pins off in winter too if they were this gorgeous! Ryan: Looking like a walking Jackson Pollock canvas. Lola: Those teal suede boots steal the show in this fun and colourful outfit. HIT Tom Holland Abby-Gene: Seeing hunky Tom in anything but a poloneck is…

SINCE early humans developed the ability to walk upright, our feet have performed one of the most important functions of our entire body. They need to be strong enough to absorb the shock of our weight with each step, nimble enough to perform intricate movements that allow us to pivot, rise on our toes and leap, and also stable enough to ensure good posture and prevent us from falling. With 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 ligaments, muscles and tendons in each foot, they are incredibly complex, as well as extremely susceptible to injury. So why is it one area of the body that – apart from pedicures to beautify them – we often tend to neglect? Your feet are a keen indicator of your overall health, says…

ON OUR RADAR 1 ARNO CARSTENS’ SEVEN BAGS OF HOPE The award-winning muso behind hits such as Out of the Blue and Another Universe has released his latest EP, Sewe Sakke Hoop (Seven Bags of Hope). The five-track EP contains a little bit of hope for every day, Arno says. “The world and its people are going through tough times. Sometimes it’s not easy to see the good stuff. “I want to bring a bit of hope again with my music, and that’s why I named the album Sewe Sakke Hoop, precisely to sow hope and positivity in people’s lives.” Arno’s previous album, Die Aandblom 13, dropped in 2016. Since then he’s released a lot of new music with the Springbok Nude Girls, including their 2021 album Partypocalypse, and his seventh…

SILLY, funny, awkward, clumsy, adorable – pets can be many things at any given moment. And if you’re lucky enough to have a camera at the ready to capture them in all their cuteness, the results can be priceless, as these pictures show. They were all declared winners at this year’s Comedy Pet Photography Awards, which drew thousands of entries from around the world. ‘‘In a world that can be hard to fathom, our pets are the one constant in our lives that make sense,’’ competition organiser Michelle Wood says. ‘‘They’re a vital source of support, joy and sometimes great hilarity.” NOT JUST FOR CATS SARAH HASKELL This picture of the family Spaniel not quite nailing the cat flap won Sarah the overall prize and first prize in the dog…

WILL’S COMEBACK! IT’S been two years since the slap that was heard around the world and it looks like fans and Hollywood are ready to forgive Will Smith. His new movie Bad Boys: Ride or Die has surpassed box-office expectations and after lying low for a bit the actor is now back in full leading-man glory. The fourth instalment of the action-comedy, which catapulted his career in the ’90s, seems to be just what he needed to revive his image as a fan favourite. Will (55) has been travelling the world promoting the film with co-star Martin Lawrence (59) and fans have come out in droves showing their support. “It’s not just here,” Will said when asked by Variety if he was surprised about fans who’ve stuck by him. “It’s…

POPE FRANCIS UNDER SCRUTINY AGAIN The religious figure allegedly repeated a gay slur POPE Francis has spoken in the past of the need for priests not to ramble on during sermons, but his own use of language is currently under the microscope. The 87-year-old pontiff has again been accused of repeating a highly offensive homophobic slur just weeks after the Vatican apologised for his use of the word at a bishops’ conference on 20 May. One of the topics discussed at the conference was whether to allow celibate gay men to undergo training for the priesthood at Catholic seminaries. The pope was reported to have said that in some seminaries there was already too much “frociaggine”, a vulgar Italian term for homosexuality. An apology later issued by the Vatican stated…

AS SOON as we arrive at her Soweto home she runs to welcome us with a big hug and a radiant smile, confidence surrounding her like a golden halo. Despite her unique features and the challenges that have characterised her young life, four-year-old Muhluri Enhle Chauke is a little ray of sunshine – and she’s loving her time in the spotlight today, posing like a tiny supermodel as our photographer snaps pictures of her. Her mom, Nikiwe Chauke (23), watches with pride. Her daughter is the centre of her world and she’s dedicated her life to ensuring she’s safe, secure and accepted by all. Muhluri was born with frontal encephalocele, a condition that causes a hole in a baby’s skull and results in part of the brain and its lining…

THE first thing you see when you walk into the house in Pretoria is a large tree painted on a wall, its branches decorated with framed photos of children – 251 in total. Each of these children has occupied a special place in the hearts of the couple who have made it their life’s work to care for kids in need. “This is our family tree,” Mientjie Prozesky (49) says. “We grow to love each child as if they were our own.” As we walk in two little ones run up to give us a hug while in another room – or the “baby pit” as it’s been dubbed – volunteer helpers are cuddling three babies. This haven of safety and comfort is called Rock of Hope, the name Mientjie…

A QUICK scroll through Instagram or Tik-Tok or a peek at fashion week looks will tell you one thing: graphic eyeliner is very in right now. Whether you’re trying out a bold new look for your next night out or simply want to add a cool-girl edge to your daily eye makeup, graphic eyeliner is a great way to make your eyes pop. From versions featuring bright colours to bold shapes and patterns, the best part is that there are a myriad ways to try the trend and almost anyone can pull it off at home. All it requires is a little bit of practice and the right tools. To help you catapult your eye glam game to an all-time high, here are five graphic eyeliner looks to try at…

Write to Dr Louise, PO Box 39410, Moreleta Park 0044, or email info@drlouise.co.za. I’VE BEEN LEFT ALL ALONE AND I FEEL ABANDONED Q I was married and had three children. My husband died 10 years ago and my kids all went to university, qualified as professionals and emigrated. The result is I’m left all alone in South Africa. Although my children try to stay connected with me via technology, it isn’t the same as seeing them. I still work and try to stay positive, but I envy families who are still together and can have fun times in one another’s company. I haven’t seen my children face-to-face for three years and they keep promising to let me visit them, but it seems they aren’t in a position to buy an…

YOU ARE HERE BY DAVID NICHOLLS Hodder & Stoughton Marnie is a copy editor living a lonely life after her divorce. Michael is a geography teacher trying to cope with a past trauma and the reality of his crumbling marriage by going on long solitary hikes. A mutual friend, Cleo, arranges a walking holiday and invites them along, hoping they’ll hit it off with two other members of the party. But the woman Cleo had her sights on for Michael pulls out and Conrad, her match for Marnie, disappears after a day of driving rain. Marnie and Michael decide to push on, and over the next few days their attraction to each other grows. But it’s complicated: Marnie has been burnt by her dreadful ex and Michael is still in…

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IT STARTED with a question only a child would ask and led to a publishing phenomenon that’s still growing more than 50 years later. The question – posed by eight-year-old Adam Hargreaves to his father, Roger – was, “What does a tickle look like?” Turns out it’s orange and round with a smiley face, little legs and long wiggly arms all the better to tickle you with. Mr. Tickle was the first character in the perennially popular Mr. Men and Little Miss book series, which have become a favourite among generations. Today there are more than 90 Mr. Men and Little Miss characters featured in more than 130 books published in many languages. The series celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021 and there’s been no stopping the development of Mr.…

WHAT to do when your marriage is failing and you need a really good lawyer in your corner? If money is no object and you’re heading to a divorce court in the UK there’s only one answer: you hire a 68-year-old mom of two with a daunting reputation and a CV studded with the settlements of some of the biggest bust-ups on the planet. Fiona Shackleton – or the “steel magnolia” as she’s known – is regarded as “the only celebrity lawyer” in the UK. The who’s who have come knocking on her door when the big D seems the only way out. She’s represented King Charles, Prince Andrew, Jordan’s Princess Haya bint Hussein, Liam Gallagher, Paul McCartney, Madonna and Nigella Lawson. Actress Isla Fisher has also been consulting Fiona…

1 NICK’S BABY-MAKING INSURANCE NICK CANNON (43) feels so strongly about his baby-making abilities that he has insured his testicles for R187 million. The father of 12 took out the insurance after completing an online valuation which looked at his testicle “size, favourite features and bedroom manoeuvres.” The insurance was done by the skincare brand Dr Squatch with whom he recently signed a collaboration deal. 2 OPRAH HIT BY TUMMY BUG Like many of us even the great OPRAH WINFREY has fallen victim to a serious bug going around. Her bestie Gayle King (over) shared that Oprah (70) was recently hospitalised with diarrhoea. “She had some kind of stomach thing – stomach flu – stuff was coming out of both ends,” she said. “I won’t get too graphic.” She added…

The ink has barely dried on his divorce papers but much like his ex Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas (34) hasn’t hesitated to jump back into the dating pool. The singer recently ended a four-month relationship with actress Stormi Bree (33) and has already found solace in the arms of another beauty. Joe and Laila Abdallah (28) were spotted showing off some serious PDA on a beach in Athens, Greece. Sources say Joe and the Lebanese actress met a few days earlier at a party celebrating the opening of the One&Only Aesthesis Grand Hotel in Athens. The lovebirds looked comfortable in each other’s company, with a shirtless Joe wrapping his arms around Laila a few times. The Sucker singer seems to be lapping up all the attention from the ladies. Last…

RIHANNA has gotten rid of her long platinum locks and is embracing her shorter, natural hair. The Barbados singer debuted her new hairstyle when she recently launched hair products for her beauty brand Fenty. Riri (36) experienced hair loss after giving birth to sons Rza (2) and Riot (10 months). “I didn’t expect it to happen in waves,” she told People. “I thought it would just happen and grow back.” She’s now encouraging fans to embrace their hair, claiming her new products help to strengthen and repair tresses.…