Innholdsfortegnelse for 4 September 2025 i You South Africa

INDEED, you are right: this week’s magazine does cost R10 more than last week’s issue. That’s the hard news. But here’s the good news: YOU now also has 16 more pages than before! Included in our increased offering is a pullout supplement with 15 pages of puzzles plus more stories than before. We’ve had to increase our cover price to ensure our business model stays on track, but we don’t want to do so without giving you more value for your money – hence the extra pages with extra content. Hopefully this means you can spend even more precious me-time with your YOU every week. We’ll keep doing our very best to make sure each week’s issue is packed with all the things you’ve come to love on our pages…

IN HER heyday she won nine Grand Slam titles – seven of them before she turned 19. She spent months as the world No 1, reaching the final in nearly every tournament she played. Then came the unthinkable. In 1993 Monica Seles was stabbed while playing against Bulgaria’s Magdalena Maleeva by a deranged Steffi Graf fan who wanted to help Steffi regain her No 1 spot. The attack sent shock-waves through the tennis world and forced her off the court for two years. Despite the emotional trauma she made a remarkable return and won another Grand Slam. After retiring in 2008 she continued playing exhibition matches alongside tennis legends like John McEnroe and Chris Evert and mentoring younger players. But in 2019 she stepped back from the spotlight. Fans occasionally…

AS A young boy in the Eastern Cape township of Zwide he would sit glued to the TV watching rugby. Later he watched the Junior Springboks play and it was the beginning of a dream that would blossom just a few years later. Today at just 20 Bathobele Hlekani is making waves in rugby. Standing 1,93m tall and weighing 115kg he’s an imposing presence on any field. But it’s not just his giant frame that has rugby fans buzzing – it’s the way he uses every inch of it. The utility forward’s name is being mentioned everywhere – from township clubs to the highest echelons of SA rugby, including Bok coach Rassie Erasmus. Bathobele’s real breakout moment came in Italy where he helped the Junior Springboks clinch the prestigious World…

STRAWBERRIES Sun-loving strawberries require about six hours of sun each day in well-drained, moist soil with thick mulch. Plant them in March and April and expect delicious fruit between August and December. BLUEBERRIES Ideal for hedges and containers, these hardy plants enjoy a slightly acidic soil and full sun and require daily watering. Blueberries are deciduous shrubs that will bear fruit for up to 20 years. CAPE GOOSEBERRIES This hardy, quick-growing plant produces gooseberries in abundance, on bushes that can reach a height of about 1m. They enjoy plenty of sun, space and can thrive in most types of well-watered soil. GOJI BERRIES These medium to large shrubs can grow in a variety of soil types, endure heat and cold and are drought-tolerant. Berries are produced from the second year…

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. LAST year saw a big shake-up to South Africa’s retirement system with the amendment of the Pension Funds Act. The new structure changes when and how much members can draw from their retirement savings. While the two-pot retirement system didn’t eliminate pension-backed home loans, there are a few changes you need to be aware of if you use this method of property finance. IN A NUTSHELL: HOW IT WORKS As in the past, some pension funds have agreements with employers and approved lending institutions so that members can use their retirement savings as security for a home loan instead of taking out a bond. If your employer has…

ALL ABOUTTIMING ■ My jeweller finally fixed my watch. I told him it was about time. ■ I was going to tell a joke about time travelling. But you guys didn’t like it. ■ What kind of dog can stay underwater for a long time? A subwoofer. ■ Tomorrow I am going to open the time capsule I buried as a kid. I can’t wait to see how big my puppy got. TOYING AROUND ■ Every time my son opens a Russian doll to find another one, he starts laughing hysterically. Must be an inside joke. ■ My buddy said he made a voodoo doll of me. I think he’s pulling my leg. IT’S A COVER-UP ■ I love putting on warm underwear fresh out of the dryer. Plus, it’s fun…

ONE night in September 2009 a widowed mother in Texas named Marsha was up late at her kitchen table scrolling through correspondence when she opened an email that would change her family’s life. It was from an acquaintance who was sharing a newspaper article – as it happens, an article I’d written from China – about government officials who had snatched children from impoverished families to supply the lucrative adoption market. The article featured an interview with a nine-year-old girl speaking wistfully about her identical twin who had been taken away. ‘A Young Girl Pines for Her Twin’ was the headline. Marsha had two daughters from China. She and her husband Al, both employees of the defence contractor Lockheed Martin, had adopted when they were in their 50s even though…

WHEN she made a brief appearance as Morticia Addams in hit Netflix series Wednesday, the creators immediately recognised the magic. Catherine Zeta-Jones cast such a spell on them that they gave her a bigger role in season 2 – and critics say she’s stealing the show. In the current storyline Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) and Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez) are enrolled at Nevermore Academy, leaving Morticia with an empty nest. With more time on her hands, she takes up a fundraising role at the school, leading to electrifying scenes including a blindfolded sword duel between mom and daughter. For Catherine (55), wielding a sword feels like second nature. She learnt to fence for the 1998 movie The Mask of Zorro, her breakout role opposite Antonio Banderas. While she praises Jenna (22) as…

SOUTH Africa’s glitterati descended upon the Sun City Superbowl in Rustenburg for a fabulous two-day talent parade recently. The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture threw the ultimate party to celebrate our finest. Friday night belonged to the arts and culture crowd. Mzukisi Mbane graciously accepted his outstanding fashion/textile designer award from industry legends Gert-Johan Coetzee and Laduma Ngxokolo, while theatre royalty Tshireletso Nkoane snagged the outstanding actor in theatre award. Sunday night was the sports stars’ time to shine. Swimming sensation Tatjana Smith was crowned Sports Star of the Year while legendary runner Zola Budd-Pieterse was honoured with the Steve Tshwete Lifetime Achievement Award. Tatjana, the most-decorated SA Olympian, spoke to YOU about her golden year in which she won two medals at the 2024 Paris Games. “It’s special…

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The seventh issue of YOU Codebreakers is jam-packed with puzzle fun, including crypto quotes where the aim is to decipher something said by a famous person using the clue provided and your wits. There’s also a delightful mix of codebreaker grids for those who are new to the game and experts. Get your copy in stores now or order online at media24shop.com. 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 would much rather be doing something than saying something – and preferably with minimal fuss, thank you very much. It’s been Princess Anne’s way for as long as anyone can remember and also earned her the title of hardest-working royal. So when it came time to celebrating her milestone 75th birthday on 15 August King Charles’ only sister specifically requested no fuss be made. The only celebration she allowed was a reception for more than 100 of her charities at Buckingham Palace in June. On the big day itself she reportedly sailed to Scotland with her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence – sailing is a passion they share. She couldn’t escape the royal tradition of releasing a new portrait, however – in her case two. Taken at her…

WHEN teacher Gelda Waterboer sang a rhyme to her Grade 1 learners to help them understand inappropriate touching, she really wanted them to take the message to heart. So she uploaded it to TikTok, hoping they would watch it again at home. The Namibian educator never expected that within two weeks the video would be viewed 110 million times, turning her into a viral sensation who was being written about by the likes of the New York Post and Buzzfeed. It’s the way she belts out the rhyme that makes her video stand out. Watching her, it’s clear it’s something deeply personal. “These are my private parts. Nobody should touch them. Nobody should squeeze them. And if you touch my private parts, I will tell my mother, I will tell…

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WHEN pelvic floor therapist Sara Reardon posted a video on social media warning against “power peeing” with the headline, “In case your mom didn’t tell you: don’t push when you pee,” it swiftly garnered 46 million views. This approach, says Reardon, can weaken your pelvic floor muscles and cause urinary incontinence and other bladder problems. It turns out “power peeing” is not the only bathroom habit worth unlearning. Experts say there are right and wrong ways to pee. If you do it incorrectly often enough, it can lead to long-term pelvic health problems. Other techniques to stay away from, they say, are straining to go, hitting the bathroom “just in case”, waiting too long, and peeing in the shower. “Whether you’re hovering, standing or sitting – if you need to…

VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP SPOTLIGHT IS ON YOU, WATCH OUT As much as you would like to digest what life offers you in small palatable portions, chances are you’re dealing with the unknown and perhaps even a curveball this week. Change-promoting Uranus turns backwards in your career horoscope on the 6th so anything can happen, perhaps even out of the blue. In addition, this month’s full moon is in Virgo on the 7th, so clearly you’re taking centre stage in the cosmos for the time being. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 3, 21, 32, 34, 22, 17 LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT If you’re tempted to push boundaries, aim for this towards the 5th when you may be feeling bolshy enough to give it a go. Either way, the…

SIMPLE SUPPERS By SARAH GRAHAM Penguin Does the thought of having to cook another spag bol for supper make you want to weep? Never fear – local food guru Sarah Graham is here to offer you plenty of inspo. With her latest offering, Simple Suppers, she provides “an arsenal of recipes” that require minimal planning, prep, ingredients and equipment – from one-pot wonders to kiddie-friendly favourites and meals you can cook in advance. The book contains a year of dinner ideas and is divided according to the seasons with four weeks of recipes supplied for each, plus a section with seasonal desserts and sweet treats. Many of the dishes like the one-pot sticky chicken and quick chilli con carne can be whipped up in 25-30 minutes, but there are also…

THE PLOT THICKENS! EARLY next year one of the most anticipated court cases in Hollywood will kick off but will there be any drama left for the courtroom? It Ends with Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are still at loggerheads outside of court before the trial starts next March. Now their young co-star, Isabela Ferrer, has also been dragged into it. Blake (38) sensationally launched a lawsuit against Justin (41), who also directed the movie, last December citing sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign against her. Isabela (24), who played the younger version of Blake’s character Lily Bloom, has now accused Justin and his team of harassment and trying to exert financial control over her. This comes after Blake’s legal team subpoenaed her back in February to…

WHAT’S a season of anything Sex and the City-related without fabulous fashion to feast our eyes on? And Just Like That… didn’t disappoint. As a farewell to the three-season spinoff that brought Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) and her girls back together for more couture, chaos and confusion, we picked our fave Carrie looks from the final season.…

THEY were South Africa’s It couple. Glamorous, good looking and super-wealthy Lee-Ann Liebenberg and Nicky van der Walt made no secret of the fact that they had a taste for the finer things in life. From their designer clothing to the champagne they quaffed and their envy-inducing holidays in exotic locations, nothing but the best would do for the supermodel and her polo-player-turned-businessman husband. Sometimes their extravagance seemed a bit over the top, like when they splashed out on a Dior crib for their firstborn child Gia and decorated the walls of her nursery with Ralph Lauren wallpaper. But the power pair made no apologies for their lavish lifestyle – it seemed like a case of “if you’ve got it, flaunt it”. So it was a surprise when news broke…

Our panel deliberated for weeks – now it’s up to you to decide who will walk away with the title of YOU’s Glam Gran. We received hundreds of entries celebrating grandmothers who love abundantly, inspire everyone around them and exude confidence and style. Our Top 10 finalists come from all walks of life and each has her own unique story – but what they all have is common is that they are exceptional grandmothers who radiate elegance and grace. FABULOUS PRIZES FOR THE WINNER! R10 000 in cash A Bada Bing Bada Body hamper worth R3 000 A SKNLOGIC hamper to the value of R2 148 The winner’s story will appear in YOU and on you.co.za – and her picture will feature on the cover of the magazine. The winner will also receive a copy of her very own…

I HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE BUT HE IS 20 YEARS MY JUNIOR Q I’ve fallen in love with a man who is 20 years younger than me. He has also fallen in love with me and wants to begin a romantic relationship. Although I’m a youthful and attractive 60-year-old – my friends don’t think I look my age – I’m deeply concerned about what the future might hold. He’s 40 and although he insists he doesn’t want children (he has never been married) I fear he might regret this decision later in life. He wants us to build a life together. After experiencing two divorces, both due to infidelity, I’m hesitant. I chose not to have children as I couldn’t bear raising them in households with unfaithful fathers. I don’t…

WE TALK ABOUT Time’s girls of the year revealed TIME magazine has created something new – its first girls of the year list featuring 10 amazing young girls from around the world. It’s a worthy initiative that recognises deserving talent . Time is famous for making lists of important people. Every year it publishes the Time100, a list of the most influential people globally. They also pick a person of the year – someone who made the biggest impact that year, whether good or bad. Dayana Sarkisova, a senior editor at Time, came up with idea of celebrating girls because she wants her one-year-old daughter to grow up to be brave, intelligent and kind. She then searched for girls who show these qualities while also breaking stereotypes and solving problems.…

WHETHER his days are filled with photoshoots, meetings, filming on set or a combination of all three, his workday always ends with a session in the gym. It’s become a sacred ritual, says Thembinkosi Mthembu. It’s a routine that keeps him grounded, something that’s become essential for the actor – especially during the intensity of his portrayal of King Dingiswayo. For the millions who tune in to Shaka iLembe every Sunday night Thembinkosi (31) isn’t just an actor – he was the embodiment of the king, the noble ruler of the Mthethwa, known for his military strategy. Thembinkosi’s portrayal of the beloved king has been described as masterful, bringing to life the story of the formidable leader who paved the way for Shaka’s rise to power. When King Dingiswayo died…

SPENDING long hours and even months away from their families can take its toll on movie stars. But when you’re ADAM SANDLER it’s no biggie as he usually pulls a few strings to make sure they’re right there on set with him. So if the actresses playing his daughter and her dance instructor in his new movie, Happy Gilmore 2, look familiar, it’s because they’re his real-life daughter, SUNNY (16), and his wife, JACKIE (50). His eldest daughter, SADIE (19), is also in the movie as a member of Adam’s character Happy’s Alcoholics Anonymous group. Over the past two decades Adam (58) has cast Jackie in more than 20 of the movies he’s starred in or produced. The couple met on the set of his 1999 hit Big Daddy. In…