Innholdsfortegnelse for 16 October 2025 i You South Africa

TEACHERS are the people we hand our children over to every day of the school year – the ones who wipe away their tears, nurture their minds, help prepare them for the world. They also keep them safe – and sometimes kids put their lives in their hands when they go to school. Sinead Majiet is a Grade R teacher at a school on the Cape Flats where gang violence is rife. So rife, in fact, the school has a code for when shooting breaks out, a sign for teachers and kids to follow a well-practised drill to protect themselves from the possibility of being caught in the crossfire. It’s no way for little kids to live and Sinead knows it. But it’s a necessity: being unprepared might result in…

BARELY 10 months ago she shared her secret to their almost two-decade marriage: separate commodes and a double-headed shower, a playful reference to their mutual love of singing in the shower. But there will be no more belting out of tunes in the bathroom of the seven-bedroom Nashville mansion that used to be their loved-up marital home. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, once the golden couple of the entertainment world, are no more. The 58-year-old Oscar-winner has filed for divorce from the 57-year-old country singer, citing the usual Hollywood reason: irreconcilable differences. And now that the split secret is out, details are emerging of what those differences were in what seemed like a practically magical match. Friends say Nicole is heartbroken and fought hard to save her 19-year marriage, but…

BLUE SKIES There’s something so soothing about sky blue – it just makes everything feel easier. Perfect for those days when you want to look put-together without trying too hard. TIPS • Swop classic denim jeans for soft skyblue trousers or skirts for a fresh twist. • Mix with pastels like pistachio or lilac for effortless colour-blocking. BUTTER YELLOW Soft yet striking, this feel-good shade instantly brightens your day, whether it’s a flowing summer dress, a chic blazer or just a pop of colour in your accessories. TIPS • Pair butter yellow with metallics-silver heels or a statement clutch – for instant evening sophistication. • If head-to-toe butter yellow feels too much, begin with just a bag or heels. • A knit or tank in this colour paired with denim…

For daily horoscopes go to you.co.za. LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT DON’T HOLD BACK IN THE FINANCIAL STORM Ready yourself for an important discussion over money and finances towards the 20th, one that is unlikely to be fair and non-confrontational. The instigator of this seems to be none other than your beloved, but with a force suggesting something has been stewing for a while. Fortunately, the new moon this month is in your sign on the 21st and there is no other zodiac sign like you to pour oil on troubled waters. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 3, 33, 46, 51, 40, 13 SCORPIO 23 OCT – 21 NOV You’re feeling sharp and on the ball this week, especially around the 20th when clever Mercury and energetic Mars combine in your…

W*NKERNOMICS A DEEP-DIVE INTO WORKPLACE BULLSH*TTERY By JAMES SCHLOEFFEL & CHARLES FIRTH John Murray It’s everywhere – in boardrooms, breakout rooms, office lifts, Teams chats and LinkedIn posts. Instead of your boss saying, “Please email me the Power-Point”, she asks, “Can you revert back with the deck?” And rather than your colleague admitting that he hasn’t responded to your email yet because he’s too lazy, he tells you: “I’m waiting for stakeholder feedback to make sure we’re aligned before moving forward on this one.” When it comes to corporate speak, there’s one golden rule: never admit that you don’t have a clue what you’re doing. So instead of saying, “I totally messed this up because I didn’t bother to read your memo”, rather say, “There may have been a miscommunication.”…

HE DATED pop star Nicole Scherzinger and has been linked to a string of beauties including Gigi Hadid, Rihanna and Rita Ora. But nothing has captured Lewis Hamilton’s heart as wholly as a stocky little fellow with an underbite, a face full of wrinkles and a genetic predisposition towards flatulence. Roscoe the bulldog was the love of Lewis’ life for over a decade – his travelling companion and sleeping partner, his lucky charm and best friend, his one constant in a high-octane dog-eat-dog world. The pooch was by his master’s side at glittering award ceremonies, became a regular in race paddocks and witnessed Lewis achieve the most podium finishes in Formula One history, including seven world titles. So when the beloved bulldog died recently, Lewis was bereft. “After four days…

1 KIERAN’S OSCAR BABY Back in March at the Oscars, Succession star KIERAN CULKIN reminded his wife Jazz Charton (37) of her pledge that if he won they could have a third baby. It looks like they kept their pact. While attending the Waiting for Godot show on Broadway, Jazz proudly showed off her burgeoning belly on the red carpet while Kieran (43) beamed next to her. They already have two children – daughter Kinsey (6) and son Wilder (4). 2 JK’S DIG AT EMMA Harry Potter author JK ROWLING certainly isn’t looking to rebuild her relationship with actress EMMA WATSON any time soon. While appearing on Jay Shetty’s podcast, Emma (35), who played Hermione in the Harry Potter movies, said she still has love for JK (60) despite their…

YOU Word Search No 16 is new on shelf and will have you finding and circling for hours – whether it’s discovering lekker local gems, looking for game shows or hunting delicacies in the foodie grids, there’s plenty of word play to keep you entertained. There’s even a fun section for the kids – hey, Swifties and dino lovers! So grab your copy for brain-boosting fun for the whole family. Get your copy in stores or online at media24shop.com. Or contact Johan Terblanche at 021-406-4962 or johan.terblanche@media24.com to order and have it delivered 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…

IT’S long been assumed the wife will take her husband’s surname when they get married – it’s tradition and what many couples have been doing for decades. A wife could hyphenate her surname if she wanted to and she could also choose to keep her maiden name – but a husband couldn’t legally take his spouse’s name. And it’s exactly this ruling Jana Jordaan and Henry van der Merwe felt so strongly about they were prepared to fight it all the way to the highest court in the land. Jana and Henry, who are from Bloemfontein, were newlyweds in 2021 when they went to register their marriage at home affairs. They told officials Henry wanted to take her surname but the answer was a firm no. Legislation prohibited it so…

HE’S being hailed as the future of South African rugby, possibly the finest flyhalf the game has ever seen – and he’s only 23. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been creating a buzz for months but his recent record-breaking masterclass against Argentina has truly cemented his status as the game’s new golden boy. His 37-point haul in the first Rugby Championship game of two against Los Pumas eclipsed All Black legend Dan Carter’s legendary 33-point display against the British & Irish Lions in 2005 and also broke Percy Montgomery’s 18-year Bok record of 35 points in a Test. Rugby analysts are calling it one of the finest individual displays in Springbok history, with pundits around the world predicting Sacha is destined for greatness. “He brings a different element because he’s so aggressive…

THIS season, nails are taking a cleaner, more natural approach. While glitter, gems and bold patterns are still popular, the focus has shifted to simplicity. The naked manicure is part of the quiet luxury and clean aesthetic trends that are everywhere right now, offering natural shapes, sheer washes of colour and glossy finishes. The result is nails that are neat, understated and effortlessly stylish. Best of all, this look suits everyone. From the office to a glamorous evening out, naked nails always feel polished and appropriate. Ready to try it? Here’s how to get the look and some easy variations to keep things fresh. WHAT ARE NAKED NAILS? They are not completely bare; they’re simply polished in a way that enhances rather than hides your natural nail. Think of it…

WHY ARE WOMEN SO CRUEL AND NARCISSISTIC? Q I’m in my late 30s and desperate to marry and have children, but I’ve been hurt by three successive women I loved and wanted to marry. The first was a divorced mother struggling financially. I supported her and her son while she rebuilt her life and found work. She seemed grateful and loving, but once she was stable she dumped me, saying she needed “space” and wouldn’t marry again. The second had a stalker problem. I helped her take legal action and get police assistance, then let her move in where she felt safe. We were happy until the stalker was gone, then she announced she wasn’t interested in marriage but wanted to “spread her wings”. The third told me she’d always…

CELEB BIO-DOCS 1 REALLY POSH VICTORIA BECKHAM NETFLIX This new three-part docuseries from the makers of the documentary Becoming, about Michelle Obama, and the Emmy Award–winning Beckham promises to add a dash of glitz and glamour to your watchlist. It’s an intimate look at VICTORIA BECKHAM’S life in the spotlight, starting as a pop star and becoming a fashion mogul. Like Beckham, also on Netflix, which retraced the football career of her husband David, this new series is presented in a similar format but with greater focus on Victoria’s current life and career in the fashion industry, particularly the lead-up to one of her biggest Paris Fashion Week shows. The series mixes the past with present-day footage to showcase her career highlights, along with insights from her family, David and…

WE TALK ABOUT Next moon mission is a go! THERE is great excitement after National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) announced that they intend to carry out the first mission to the moon in more than 50 years by February next year. The aim of the mission, called Artemis II, is not to land on the moon but to fly around it, testing critical systems aboard the Orion spacecraft ahead of a future landing on the lunar surface, and it will take 10 days for the flight to be completed. Even if the mission is successful, though, it is predicted an actual landing on the moon could still be a few more years away. DID YOU KNOW? NEIL ARMSTRONG was the first man to walk on the moon, and Eugene…

WHEN you’re named after a character and a famous line in two Hollywood blockbusters, stardom may well feel inevitable – and Chase Infiniti is living up to every syllable of her prophetic name. At 25 she’s already shared the screen with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, making her debut alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in Apple TV’s Presumed Innocent and now starring in one of the most talked-about movies of the year. Chase appears opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro and Teyana Taylor in One Battle After Another, a film that follows retired revolutionary Bob as he embarks on a mission to rescue his daughter Willa. Bob, who’s played by Leo, raised his daughter to know how to defend herself against danger and she needs to draw on everything she’s…

IT’S BEEN nearly two decades since KIM KARDASH-IAN’s sordid sex tape with her ex-boyfriend RAY J was released and after all these years he’s still a thorn in her side. Kim (44) and her mom KRIS JENNER (69) are now suing Ray J (44) for defamation after he claimed a criminal investigation for racketeering has been launched against the Kardashian family. While appearing on the TMZ series United States V. Sean Combs: Inside the Diddy Trial, Ray J claimed he was working with the federal government to build a case against the family. Diddy was ultimately found not guilty of racketeering – which is when an enterprise uses illegal activities to earn commercial profit. “The federal RICO [Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act] I’m about to drop on Kris and…

UNDER a canopy of leaves, the couple pledged their love and loyalty to each other. It was a fitting place for them to exchange vows and later dance with loved ones into the early hours. “It was important to find a venue that reflected a part of us – our love for nature,” Ryle says. “We wanted it to be a combination of tradition and elements that were a little bit offbeat.” Which is why they decided to get married in the woods. Ryle says he was speechless when he saw his bride walk down the aisle. “I was just so emotional to see how incredibly beautiful she looked and to realise that she was going to be my wife. It was special.” Ryle, who is known for his role…

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FUTURE KING GETS CANDID WITH EUGENE LEVY PRINCE WILLIAM OPENS UP ROYAL interviews are rare – and when they do happen, they’re often formal affairs. But a recent conversation between Canadian actor Eugene Levy and Prince William for Levy’s Apple TV+ series The Reluctant Traveler proved anything but ceremonial. In a surprising turn, the royal family welcomed Eugene to Windsor Castle for a personal tour led by Prince William himself. The encounter went beyond humour and polite small talk, offering genuine insight into the future king’s vision. UNEXPECTED REVELATIONS Prince William admitted to being a longtime fan of American Pie, the raunchy comedy franchise that helped launch Eugene’s career. He also shared that an electric scooter is his preferred mode of transport on the Windsor Castle grounds so he can…

PANZANELLA with ROASTED BRINJALS and CHUNKY CIABATTA CROUTONS SERVES 4 AS A SIDE DISH / PREPARATION: 15 MINS / COOKING: 30-40 MINS ◗ 2 large brinjals, cut into cubes◗ 60ml (¼c) olive oil◗ salt to taste CROUTONS ◗ half a ciabatta, broken into chunky pieces◗ 60ml (¼c) olive oil as needed◗ 2 garlic cloves, finely grated◗ 30ml (2T) finely grated hard Italian cheese (optional)◗ salt to taste SALAD DRESSING ◗ 80ml olive oil◗ 60ml (¼c) red wine vinegar◗ 1 garlic clove, finely grated SALAD ◗ 500g mixed tomatoes, rinsed and cut smaller◗ 150-200g mixed salad leaves◗ salt and freshly ground pepper◗ 1 red onion, cut into thin rings Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spray two baking sheets with non-stick cooking spray. 1 Spread the brinjal cubes on one of the baking sheets. Drizzle the oil over and mix through the brinjal. Season with the…

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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. YOU recently bought something online and are eagerly awaiting delivery. So when you receive a message telling you there’s an outstanding amount that needs to be paid before your parcel will be dispatched, it’s very tempting to click on the link provided and make payment. But before you do anything, take a careful look at the message – it might not be from the courier company that’s meant to be delivering your order. Scammers impersonate delivery services to trick you into paying fake fees, handing over personal or financial information or clicking on malicious links. These scams increase during peak shopping periods such as October through to the…

SERVING SARCASM ■ I arrived early to the restaurant and the manager said: “Do you mind waiting a bit?” I said, “No.” “Good,” he said. “Take these drinks to table 7.” ■ What did one plate whisper to the other plate? Dinner is on me. ■ My neighbour just knocked on my door with her dinner in her hands. With Facebook and Instagram down, she wanted me to see what she was having. SCHOOL SENTENCE A kid going to his first day of school looks worried, and his dad asks him, “What’s wrong?” Nervous, the kid asks, “How long do I have to go to school for?” “Until you’re 18,” says the father. The kid nods and thinks about this quietly. When they get to the front gates of the…

WHEN she found herself alone in the Amazon rainforest with her three younger siblings after the plane crash, she had no choice but to become their protector. For 40 days, 13-year-old Lesly Mucutuy kept her nine-year-old sister Soleiny, five-year-old brother Tien and 11-month-old sister Cristin alive in one of the world’s most dangerous environments. The extraordinary saga of survival captivated the world, inspiring Netflix’s The Lost Children and Operation Hope: The Children Lost in the Amazon. Yet, while the documentaries told of the drama, the children themselves didn’t share what happened to them. Now, for the first time, the siblings are telling their story in National Geographic’s Lost in the Jungle. Directed by Oscar-winning filmmakers Jimmy Chin and (Elizabeth) Chai Vasarhelyi alongside Colombian filmmaker Juan Camilo Cruz, the doccie chronicles…

EUPHORIA actress SYDNEY SWEENEY and music mogul SCOOTER BRAUN are ready to show off their relationship to the world. Sparks first flew between Sydney (28) and Scooter (44) – who formerly managed the likes of Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato and Ariana Grande – back in June when they attended the wedding of Amazon boss Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez in Venice, Italy. They kept their relationship under wraps for three months, but over the past few weeks things have heated up. “They are full on. It’s not a casual relationship,” a source told Page Six. “It’s game on, it’s full throttle. They are together.” Scooter was at Sydney’s side when she recently threw a space-themed birthday party with guests including Ashton Kutcher, Jeff, Lauren, Diplo and Glen Powell. They then…