Innholdsfortegnelse for 1 August 2024 i You South Africa

I HAVE fond memories of playing TV games on my brothers’ console with its 100-in-1 games cartridge. From Mario Bros to Pac-Man, we had loads of games to keep us entertained – often leading to fights because the competitive spirit runs deep in my family. One of my all-time favourite games is Tetris. Manoeuvring the colourful shapes to fit in the perfect spaces and avoid them stacking up brought a great sense of satisfaction. I remember days as a young journalist playing Tetris on my computer as a bit of an escape between hectic deadlines. It’s still my go-to when I need to distract my mind or de-stress. The iconic game turns 40 this year and in celebration is doing some fun collaborations, including launching an app version of the…

HE’S a real little daredevil, hoisting himself up on the coffee table, climbing all over his mom, stealing his brother’s toy soldiers and putting them in his mouth – the terrible twos have arrived early in this household. Parents often want to pull their hair out during this whirlwind toddler phase but Anerike and Marinus Schutte of Pretoria East love every chaotic second. Seventeen-month-old Rikus’ antics are a marvel to them – proof that the son they feared they might lose is growing and developing and doing normal little-kid stuff. When your child spent a total of 202 days in hospital in his first year of life, you learn to be grateful for every moment, Anerike says. “Looking at him now you’d never say he was so sick.” But Rikus…

t – teaspoon/s T – tablespoon/s c – cup/s CHICKEN and BABY MARROW LASAGNE SERVES 6 / PREPARATION & COOKING: 1 HR ◗ 500g (2 large) baby marrow◗ 3c shredded roast chicken◗ 800g store-bought pasta sauce◗ ½c orzo or other short-cut pasta◗ 2c grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese Preheat the oven to 180°C. 1 Using a mandolin or sharp knife, cut the baby marrow diagonally into thin slices (about 5mm wide). 2 Place the chicken in a bowl and stir in 1½ cups pasta sauce. 3 Sprinkle the orzo or other pasta over the base of a rectangular, ovenproof dish (about 10-cup capacity). 4 Top with half the chicken mixture. Sprinkle over half the cheese. Arrange half the baby marrow over the cheese. Repeat layering with the remaining chicken mixture…

Write to Dr Louise, PO Box 39410, Moreleta Park 0044, or email info@drlouise.co.za. I’M DISGUSTED WITH MY THERAPIST’S BEHAVIOUR Q I’m seeing a psychologist as I suffer from inhibition of sexual desire. I’m in my early thirties and my friends tell me I’m very beautiful. The psychologist was very professional at first but now he seems to want to touch me and has even suggested kissing me so I can feel how other men kiss (I was a virgin when I married my husband). I’m having trouble going to therapy as I feel his demeanour is no longer professional. What should I do? Amanda, email A He is most definitely being unprofessional and overstepping the boundaries of professional ethics. Psychologists don’t interact with their patients in such an intimate manner…

ON OUR RADAR 1 5 THINGS ABOUT THOSE ABOUT TO DIE If you can’t bear to wait until November for Ridley Scott’s sequel to Gladiator, this epic 10-part series set in Ancient Rome should tide you over nicely. 1 Set in Rome in 79 AD, the series follows the corrupt nature of the business of entertaining the masses – and keeping them in line – with chariot racing, gladiator fights and free food. The show is based on the non-fiction book of the same name by Daniel P Mannix and was written by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Robert Rodat who penned Saving Private Ryan. 2 As the Roman populace’s taste in entertainment becomes more bloodthirsty, a specially designed stadium for gladiatorial combat is built – the Colosseum. The scale of the stadium…

IT WAS watching her blind uncle trying to decide what to wear every day that sparked the idea. What if he could choose what to wear, and what clothes to buy, knowing what most other people take for granted? This desire to give her uncle some sense of independence was the driving force behind Balini Naidoo-Engelbrecht’s innovative Braille clothing line. At first glance, the items look like any other trendy clothes you might want to add to your wardrobe. But as you run your hands over the fabric, a unique feature becomes apparent. Each item has Braille screen-printed and smoothly incorporated into the design. It provides key details about the piece, including size, colour and care instructions, enabling visually impaired people to independently manage their wardrobes without help from others.…

1 JOE HITS BACK AT SOFIA Magic Mike actor JOE MANGANIELLO (47) has taken offence at his ex-wife SOFÍA VERGARA’s claims that he filed for divorce because the actress (52) didn’t want kids. Joe told Men’s Journal that Sofia’s version of events is false and that “two people grew apart and sometimes that happens”. He says he’s frustrated that he’s being painted as someone who would give his partner that type of ultimatum to “‘do this potentially unhealthy thing to your body or else I’m gone?’ That’s never who I was”, he said. 2 EMMA’S ENGAGED Actress EMMA ROBERTS was quick to post news of her engagement to CODY JOHN just in case her mother, Kelly Cunningham, beat her to it. “Putting this here before my mom tells everyone,” Emma…

If you enjoy codebreakers, you’re going to love the fifth issue of this magazine. YOU Codebreakers has all your favourite versions of code games, from minis to pictures to the huge jumbo puzzle. We’ve also introduced alphabet codebreakers and have once again included the delightful crypto quotes. Don’t delay, puzzle fans – get your copy today! This magazine is available in stores or 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 came back to South Africa every year to visit – it was a sign of how much she valued family and cherished her South African heritage. Although she’d been living in America for nearly three decades, her heart remained deeply connected to her loved ones back in SA. But the idea of her moving back for good one day isn’t a possibility anymore, because Esta TerBlanche was recently found dead in her home in Los Angeles, California. The South African actress – best known for her role as Bienkie Naudé on Egoli: Place of Gold – was 51. Her family is still battling to come to terms with her sudden death. Esta had just returned to LA after a visit to South Africa in July, during which she’d spent…

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YOUR MONEY SORTED 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. NEARLY everything you do affects your finances in some way. From studying to starting a new job, getting married, having kids and buying a new house – it all involves money. As a result, you probably have financial goals, even if you don’t realise it. While sitting down with an Excel spreadsheet and drafting a financial plan may sound overwhelming, a vision board is much less daunting. Here’s how this easy and creative tool can help you identify your financial goals then serve as a constant source of inspiration, motivating you to stop wasting money so you can reach for your dreams. WHAT’S A FINANCIAL…

I HOPE THIS FINDS YOU WELL By NATALIE SUE HarperCollins Office worker Jolene isn’t one of the cool gang at Supershops, where nerves are on edge and bitchiness is at an all-time high. Job cuts are looming and a new HR guy, Cliff, has been installed to assess employees and manage the process. Under pressure from her Iranian mom to find a husband and nursing the pain of a previous tragedy Jolene frets about her drinking, broods about her loneliness and finds herself developing feelings for Cliff. When Jolene is hauled in for a disciplinary hearing over a minor email infringement, she’s told that all her electronic activity will now be monitored. But someone in IT messes up and Jolene is inadvertently granted access to all the office emails and…

WE TALK ABOUT Ecuadorian court upholds river’s rights IN a landmark ruling in Ecuador, a judge declared that the dumping of chemicals and sewage into the capital Quito’s Machangara River – which drastically lowers its oxygen levels – is violating the river’s rights. Dario Iza, a member of the advocacy group that initiated the lawsuit, couldn’t hide his excitement. “It’s historic because the river runs right through Quito, and because of that the people stay very close to it,” he said. Typically, when rights are discussed, it refers to human rights. So how is it possible for a river’s rights to be infringed on? Most national constitutions guarantee the right to a clean environment for their country’s citizens, but Ecuador took it a step further. In 2008 it decided that…

“We pee together and hold hands. He sits when he pees and we are like, ‘What are we doing today, baby?’” – MEGHAN HOME is where the heart is or in the case of MEGHAN TRAINOR, where the side-by-side porcelain thrones are. Meghan (29) and her husband, Spy Kids actor DARYL SABARA (30), recently put their $11,9 million (R214m) home on the market and their toilets are the most talked-about feature. While appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the singer explained the decision was practical rather than romantic. “When we moved into this new house and, you know, you get up all throughout the night with a baby and you got to pee and there’s so many moments where I was like, ‘Move!’” The couple moved into the…

IVANKA TRUMP EYES POLITICAL RETURN Mixed signals within Trump’s inner circle TWO years ago Ivanka Trump declared she was finished with politics. But friends and acquaintances of Donald Trump’s eldest daughter suggest she might be considering a return to the political arena as her father’s influence grows and the next election nears. When Trump was ousted from the White House, Ivanka and her husband, Jared Kushner, maintained a distance from the political activities at Mar-a-Lago. She also didn’t attend her father’s criminal trial in Manhattan earlier this year, which saw him convicted of 34 felony counts. Recent developments, however, indicate a shift in her stance. After the assassination attempt on her father Ivanka has publicly stood by him, reasserting her role as a doting daughter. She also attended the last…

FOR 40 years its colourful blocks have tumbled down screens across the world, delighting and challenging players of all ages. Like the best games, it’s deceptively simple – all players have to do is rotate and manoeuvre falling shapes to complete lines that then disappear, and do it quickly enough to prevent the stack from reaching the top of the screen, scoring points as they go. It seems straightforward but it’s quite challenging and requires quick reflexes. As anyone who’s ever played it will know it’s addictive and, despite stiff competition, remains the world’s most popular video game, with more than half a billion copies sold. Its enduring popularity is due, in part, to the fact that it has evolved with technology, adapting to new platforms and new generations of…

BLAME it on the vast sea of products, new trends or the endless number of online tutorials, but figuring out the correct order in which to apply makeup can be confusing. That’s because there are no hard-and-fast rules – even among beauty pros, it’s a much-debated topic. Even though there are no rights and wrongs, there are general guidelines you can follow to achieve a swoon-worthy look. Here’s our recommended step-by-step routine to craft the perfect look every time. BEAUTY NOTE Before you reach for your makeup bag, prepping your skin is a must. Starting with a clean, hydrated and protected base will help ensure your makeup adheres to the skin better, reduces the chances of it flaking off and helps your skin appear more glowing. 1 PRIMER Primer is…

THAT’S NOT WHAT I SAID My mom used to feed me alphabet soup when I was a kid. She insisted on me telling everyone that I loved it. I didn’t really, she was just putting words in my mouth. COFFEE ORDER Barista: “Would you like some synonym on your chai latte?” Customer: “Don’t you mean cinnamon?” Barista: “It means the same thing, doesn’t it?” TIME WILL TELL A time keeper at a factory is in charge of blowing the whistle for the lunch break every day at noon. When it’s almost noon he looks at his watch and right when it strikes 12pm he blows the whistle. One day he bumps his watch against something and he fears that it’s a little off. Wanting to make sure that he can…

LEO 22 JULY – 22 AUG KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR FINANCES Be wary of making impulsive decisions towards the 2nd as it could affect your career and relationships at work. The new moon in your sign on the 4th makes it an appropriate time to set new intentions for the year ahead. Make sure it re-aligns with your authentic self. Money matters can’t be taken for granted. If you don’t pay close attention, it may well feel as if there’s a hole in your pocket with money being frittered away insidiously. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 11, 32, 43, 46, 34, 24 VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEPT A fallout at work around the 2nd is probably not that serious, so try not to dwell on it. Love diva Venus moves…

YOUNG YOU HAVE you ever felt as if the day just keeps dragging on without end? Recent scientific studies suggest that climate change is causing the Earth’s days to lengthen. As polar ice caps melt, more water flows into the oceans, particularly around the equator. This redistribution of mass makes the Earth heavier at the equator, slowing its rotation slightly. Although these changes are measured in milliseconds, they could significantly impact technologies that depend on precise timing, such as GPS navigation, internet traffic and financial transactions. These systems rely on the accuracy of 450 atomic clocks worldwide. The Earth’s rotation has been slowing down for years due to lunar tides, but recent increases in the rate of this slowdown are mainly caused by human activities, specifically from carbon emissions. Experts…

WITH his braces and trendy low taper fade, he looks like any other teen boy. And like millions of other soccer-mad 16-year-olds around the world, he watched every match of the thrilling Uefa Euro 2024 tournament, analysing the games and rooting for his favourite team. But the similarity ends there. Because a day after his 17th birthday, Lamine Yamal helped win the final for his country. He’s the youngest person to play for Spain, the youngest to score for Spain and the youngest at a lot of other things – to play for Barcelona for a century, the youngest goalscorer and player in La Liga and the youngest to start a Champions League match. And most jaw-dropping of all – he’s worth a staggering €1 billion (R20bn). That’s his buyout…

IT WAS only their second wedding anniversary but instead of 16 July being a continuation of their greatest love story, Jennifer Lopez (55) and Ben Affleck (51) spent the day apart. Still, despite rumours of an impending split – and her failed $20 million (R360m) passion project – it seems JLo is determined to stay upbeat. The Atlas actress has been getting some R&R on a trip with friends to Italy and a low-key weekend away in the Hamptons, where she was joined by Ben’s eldest daughter, Violet (18). And now that the couple have officially put their Beverly Hills mansion on the market for $68 million (R1,2bn) this might be just the distraction she needs. On the day of their anniversary Jennifer was spotted going for a bike ride…