Innholdsfortegnelse for 20 March 2025 i You South Africa

IT FEELS like we discuss yet another incident of school bullying in our news conference every week. There’s always another horror story in the news, always another tragic tale. Statistics show 548 cases of bullying have been reported in SA schools this year – each leaving its trail of sadness and pain. When will it end, we ask ourselves. And what to do about this cycle of suffering? And then along came two men who’ve turned their own horror story into a moving and inspiring example for others. At school Bryan Schimmel feared Clinton Fein with all his heart. Clinton was a bully and he made young Bryan’s life hell. Many years later, the two reconnected and joined forces to create a conversation around the triggers and trauma that tore…

t – teaspoon/s T – tablespoon/s c – cup/s TRIPLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES MAKES 4 / PREPARATION & COOKING: 10 MINS ◗ 40g unsalted butter◗ 50g soft brown sugar◗ 30ml (2T) milk◗ 110g cake flour◗ 1,2ml (¼t) baking powder◗ 20g milk chocolate chips◗ 20g white chocolate chips◗ 20g dark chocolate chips◗ pinch of salt 1 Put the butter and the sugar into a medium-size microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high (800W) for about 30 seconds, stirring halfway through. Check that the butter has melted; if it hasn’t, microwave for a few seconds more. 2 Mix in all the remaining ingredients and stir to combine, being very careful not to overwork the dough. 3 Line a microwaveable plate with baking paper. Form the dough into four balls and put them on the…

AUTUMN is the best time to plant bulbs that will bloom and bring a rainbow of colours to your garden in both winter and spring. While it’s still a bit warm, plants’ root systems develop now before the temperature drops in winter. Happy planting! LIGHT-LOVING Bulbs enjoy sunshine and can do well in full or semi-sun but some, such as hyacinths and daffodils, need protection from harsh midday rays. TIP When shopping for bulbs don’t go for those that have sprouted or that are not firm. WATERING & FEEDING The roots need to be kept moist from when they’re planted so water deeply every 4-5 days. Bulbs in pots will dry out quicker than those in the garden. RICH SOIL Bulbs do best in well-drained sandy loam. Improve sandy soil…

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. WHILE life insurance companies pay out billions of rands every year, thousands of claims are also rejected. Here are some common reasons why death, disability or severe illness policies could be denied. 1 YOU MISUNDERSTOOD YOUR COVER Every policy has terms and conditions and often policyholders and their beneficiaries don’t know what is covered. For example, a husband takes out a limited life insurance policy that includes accidental death but excludes dread diseases and disability. So if he dies in a car crash, for example, his wife will be able to claim but if he develops terminal cancer, then any claim she makes will be rejected. That’s why…

FROM the earliest times, humans had dreamed of flying like birds. By the late 1800s, balloons and airships were the only way to achieve this. More than 120 years ago, though, the Wright brothers finally made a breakthrough that would unlock aviation for humanity. Their pioneering work later even made it possible to fly to the moon. WHO WERE THE WRIGHT BROTHERS? Wilbur (1867-1912) and Orville (1871-1948) were two of seven children. Their father, Milton, was a minister who travelled a lot for church matters. He often brought home gadgets and toys for the kids. The brothers were fascinated by these toys and developed a love for mechanics. They were always trying to figure out how things worked. One of these toys was a helicopter-like gadget powered by rubber bands.…

YOU Sudoku Mini No 1 is jam-packed with great variations of this beloved brain game. Puzzles vary in difficulty and style, making it the ultimate challenge companion for novices and experts alike. This magazine, that fits into a handbag, is fun, compact and a must-have for puzzle lovers! Get your copy in stores or online at media24shop.com. Or contact 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…

THE little boy is her third child so she wasn’t overly concerned at first when she noticed some redness in his left eye. It was probably nothing, Michelle Saaiman told herself. No need to panic. “Kids get sick all the time and getting anxious over every little thing doesn’t help. You ask yourself, ‘what’s the worst that can happen?’ But in this case the answer was something bad – very bad.” Little Juwan, who was 16 months old at the time, didn’t seem bothered by his eye – but when the redness hadn’t cleared up by the next day Michelle and her husband, Neels, decided to take him to their GP just in case. The doctor wasn’t that concerned either. It was probably just a minor infection, she said, and…

CHECKMATE Check prints, loved for their laid-back, masculine, woodcutter vibe, are making a big return. They’re easy to pair with anything from shorts to jeans and chinos for a casual look. Add just a few pieces to your wardrobe to mix with solid neutrals in similar colours. PREPPY 2.0 The latest preppy look goes beyond the button-down shirts, chinos and loafers that defined the original look. Add a modern touch to traditional staples by mixing tailored silhouettes with relaxed styles such as oversized and casual items. Play with various textures such as corduroy and knits and for more playful looks go for pastel tones, stripes and colour-blocking. URBAN SPORT This trend merges athletic influences with an urban edge to create looks that are comfortable, practical and undeniably cool. Think hoodies…

EYE, EYE! ■ Why did the Grim Reaper schedule an appointment with his eye doctor? He was having issues with his death perception. ■ What did one eye say to the other? Between you and me, something smells. ■ What do you call a lazy eye? A pupil that just won’t apply itself. ■ I can cut wood using just my eyes. It’s true . . . I saw it with my own eyes. ■ I just had laser eye surgery. It was quite an eye-opening experience. ■ You’ll never believe who I bumped into on my way to the eye doctor. Everybody. ■ I’m getting sick of eye jokes. They get cornea and cornea. WE LOVE BREAKFAST ■ One thing about a hard-boiled egg in the morning. It’s hard…

DISHONESTLY YOURS By KRISTA AND BECCA RITCHIEPan Books Phoebe Graves’ childhood was shaped by a world of crime and deception. She and her best friend Hailey’s families were constantly on the run. When a major con spirals out of control, Phoebe and Hailey decide it’s time to escape and begin afresh. They find refuge in a quaint Connecticut town that seems almost too perfect. Their hopes of a new beginning are dealt a blow when Hailey’s dodgy but annoyingly handsome brother, Rocky, insists on tagging along. Rocky embodies everything Phoebe desires but can’t have. A dark, steamy will-they-won’t-they romance from the authors of the Addicted series. PLAYING FLIRTY By SHAMEEZ PATELForever A geeky romantic comedy about two young board game fanatics who love to outwit each other. Rose Marie Jones…

ONE summer’s day in 1920, Amelia Earhart attended an air show and had the opportunity to fly in an aircraft – and from that moment on she knew that was what she wanted to do for the rest of her life. This was less than 20 years after the first successful aircraft was built and long before the fancy Boeings and Airbuses of today. Amelia worked hard to become a pilot, shattering one flight record after another and becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, making her an international celebrity. Although her final flight remains shrouded in mystery, people around the world continue to be inspired by her courage, determination and adventurous spirit. START HERE 1897 Amelia Earhart is born on 24 July in Atchison in the…

LONG overdue – that was the overwhelming reaction to the bumper haul of awards she raked in this season. A Golden Globe, a Bafta, a Screen Actors Guild and the cherry on top, an Oscar . . . Zoe Saldaña now has them all – and the trips up to the stage to collect her gongs have been an emotional rollercoaster for the 46-year-old star. Playing Mexican lawyer Rita Castro in Emilia Pérez is the pinnacle of a career that’s spanned 20 years and seen her take on a variety of roles. James Cameron, who directed her in the Avatar hit franchise, was among the first to congratulate her after her Oscar win. “I was so happy to see Zoe acknowledged as the world-class performer we in the Avatar family…

THERE’S being friendly with your ex, and then there’s being a tad too chummy. And new footage of Ben Affleck getting touchy-touchy with his ex-wife and baby mamma Jennifer Garner is raising eyebrows. They were chaperoning their son, Samuel (13), and friends during a paintball outing when, at one point, Ben (52) wrapped his arm around Jen’s (52) tummy and pulled her closer. Later, he put his arm around her shoulders and hugged her behind a vehicle on the field. Sources told People that the often-morose Ben is generally happier around Jen but has been “extra giddy lately . . . and much more affectionate.” While we’re accustomed to seeing Ben and Jen exhibit affection as co-parents to their kids, Violet (19), Fin (16) and Samuel, this display seemed more…

Recently actress HALLE BAILEY shared an adorable video on X of her 15-month-old son Halo’s reaction while watching her Disney movie The Little Mermaid. “Guys I’m crying. He actually knows Ariel is me,” Halle (24) wrote in the post. In the video Halo can be seen smiling when Halle appears on screen and turns to her saying, “Momma”. “Yeah, that’s Momma. That’s Momma,” she can be heard replying proudly in the background. Just like many of us AMANDA SEYFRIED’S daughter, Nina (7), can’t get enough of her musical Mamma Mia. According to Amanda (39), her mother showed the movie to Nina and she and her friends are obsessed with it now. “So now they’re starting to recognise me as Sophie, which is a little weird, but how beautiful,” she told…

ASTRONAUTS’ HOMECOMING APPROACHES Anxious families hope for safe landing AFTER being “stranded” in space for nearly 10 months, Nasa astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Williams are finally expected to return to Earth on 16 March. The pair headed into space on a 10-day mission last June, but their stay on the International Space Station (ISS) was extended due to unforeseen technical issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Williams, who’s been an ISS resident three times, said their prolonged stay was harder on their families back home. “It’s been a roller coaster for them, probably a little bit more so than for us,” she said. “We’re here. We have a mission. We’re just doing what we do every day, and every day is interesting because we’re up in space, and…

THE easy chemistry between the two men makes it hard to believe they aren’t lifelong friends – and harder still to imagine one used to bully the other so badly he made his high school years a living hell. Bryan Schimmel recalls how Clinton Fein used to slam him into walls, mock him for his speech impairment and taunt him with gay slurs. The two went their separate ways after school and tried to make their way in the world – until they met up again, the past was relived and they joined forces in a bid to make a difference. They began a first-of-its-kind podcast, Bully Dialogues, to share their deeply personal story and encourage conversation around bullying, the factors that trigger it and how it can be stopped.…

RUGBY was his life – he was the indomitable Spicy Plum, the burly Bok who put his body on the line week after week and celebrated victory or lamented defeat with his teammates over a few beers after the game. Steven Kitshoff couldn’t imagine doing anything else so when he heard three popping sounds coming from his neck during a match last year, he didn’t realise at first he was in trouble. Despite needing major surgery and months of rehabilitation, the Springbok legend continued to hope it was just a temporary setback and he’d soon be back playing the game he loves. “He never spoke as if it was over,” his wife, Aimee, tells YOU. So Steven was devastated when his doctor told him the risks of playing again were…

MY EX INFECTED ME WITH HIV Q I am 24 and my ex-boyfriend is 29. We dated for three years and before breaking up, I discovered I was HIV-positive. It was so random and unexpected I almost fainted from the shock. I tested before we started dating and my results were negative, so I was not worried when I went to get tested again recently. After I received the results, I sat for days, not knowing how to even bring it up with him, only to discover that he knew all along and had obviously infected me! He even had the nerve to tell me what medication he is on, saying I should try it. He apologised but I feel like dying. I hate him for not being honest and…

ARIES 21 MAR – 19 APR EMBRACE UNCERTAINTY, LIVE IN THE MOMENT Although the sun moves into your sign on the 20th, signalling what is the start of a new cosmic year and your birthday month, tricky things in the sky signal an uneasy time with little going according to plan. You would have achieved something this week if you can succeed in taking life as it comes, but this is hard for anyone who is a perfectionist. Endeavour to live in the moment, take things a day at a time and have few expectations. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 9, 17, 43, 52, 28, 15 TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY If you feel disillusioned by what a friend has said or done, you may at first question yourself over how…

WE TALK ABOUT Microscopic sculpture’s new world record EVER heard of microscopic art? These are fascinating artworks so tiny they can fit in the eye of a needle or on the head of a pin. They’re so small you actually need a microscope to see and appreciate them – sometimes they’re even as small as a blood cell! Yes, micro art is an accepted art form and David A Lindon proudly calls himself “the world’s greatest micro artist”. There are other well-known micro artists, but he might just have the right to that claim, especially after smashing the world record for the smallest handmade sculpture. He created a red Lego brick that is an incredible 0,02517mm by 0,02184mm in size. “It’s the same size as a human white blood cell…

WIDE-EYED tourists gasp as they stare at the scene unfolding only metres away from them. A pack of wild dogs have surrounded a game ranger in the bush, ears erect, low growls rumbling from their throats. These animals are among the deadliest predators in the bushveld with an 85% success rate when they’re on the hunt – far higher than lions and leopards. No one wants to be surrounded by them – at least not without a plan. And this ranger, Shandor Larenty, has one: a bucket filled with chunks of meat. As he prepares to dish out the treats, the dogs transform into lovable mutts, wagging their tails and whining excitedly. But Shandor (30) is careful not to let his guard down. “You have to be cautious around them.…

SHE’S a famous British actress, he’s an all-American nepo baby. Yet when their worlds collided – in the most Gen Z of ways, on Instagram – it was love at first DM. Four years later Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have cemented their place as one of the cutest couples in the entertainment world. And nowhere was this more obvious than at the recent Los Angeles premiere of Millie’s new Netflix film, The Electric State. As the blonde beauty posed alone on the red carpet, two photographers could be heard shouting, “Get your boyfriend”, to which she shot back with, “He’s not my boyfriend.” And she was right, of course. Jake, the 22-year-old lookalike son of rocker Jon Bon Jovi, is 21-year-old Millie’s husband of nearly a year. The…

Sorry, ladies, but it looks like AARON PIERRE (30) is off the market. The Mufasa star and actress TEYANA TAYLOR (34) recently made their couple debut with a stylish black-and-white photoshoot on social media after attending the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. While they’ve been spotted together at a few events this year, Teyana seemed to confirm their relationship status with the caption, “Oscar night in black & white, no grey area.” Teyana, who won acclaim for her performance in the movie A Thousand and One, split from her US basketball player husband Iman Shumpert in 2023. Aaron on the other hand has kept his dating life largely out of the spotlight over the years. ANDREW GARFIELD (41) and MONICA BARBARO (34) have been courting each other over the past few…

1 COVER GIRL Rachel is gracing the cover of Woman’s Health South Africa’s March/April edition, rocking a black swimsuit with a plunging neckline. The fitness enthusiast is also spearheading a Be Strong 21-day wellness challenge in partnership with Adidas after numerous women reached out to her asking for guidance. “Almost always they ask, ‘where did you start your healing journey?’” she says. “It was here. Exercising.” She says the programme aims to help individuals break unhealthy habits. “It takes 21 days to break a habit or start a new one,” she adds. 2 A NEW AGE She celebrated her 35th birthday in January surrounded by love and joy, she says. Taking to Instagram, she expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of messages from well-wishers. “Thank you for every message, call and random…