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Have you ever paused to consider where the energy that powers your home, your office, and the street lights comes from? Today, we dive deep into an energy source that’s sparked debate for decades—nuclear power. This isn’t a story of a sci-fi movie, but rather one that impacts you and your environment every day....
You’ve probably heard the tales, whispered among sailors and aviators, about the infamous Bermuda Triangle. It’s that eerie patch of the ocean between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda, where ships and planes have mysteriously disappeared. But have you ever stopped to wonder, amidst all the sensational stories and urban legends, what’s truly going on...
The sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is every parent’s worst fear, presenting an unexplained tragedy that remains a source of deep concern. Defined as the sudden passing of an infant under the age of 1 after an exhaustive investigation, including autopsy, scene examination, and medical history review, SIDS has puzzled researchers and medical professionals...
Three-time defending champions South Africa (now ranked #2 in the world) and underdog Namibia (currently ranked #21) are two of the 20 countries competing across four pools at the 2023 men’s Rugby World Cup. How good of a chance do they have, and what is the current status of rugby union in Africa? We...
Off the coast of South Africa, there are a lot of great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias). But there have been big drops in shark numbers in places where they usually gather along the coast of Western Cape province. Sharks meet in these places for one of three reasons: to eat, to socialise, or to...
The recent study on South Africa’s education system has unearthed concerning revelations about the proficiency levels of the country’s educators. According to the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) Education Research Report, a staggering half of the teachers in South Africa struggle to meet international standards, significantly impacting the quality of education imparted to the youth....
Recently, South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi lost a court fight that, in all honesty, nobody could have expected him to win. Likewise, he probably thought he’d end up losing it. Both ethical and practical considerations led to his dismissal. He can’t revoke the benefit that the South African government gave to...
The problem of load shedding, which South Africa has been trying to solve for almost 15 years, is getting worse, and it affects every area of life, including the essential one of keeping food safe. This article aims to explore how one might promote food safety despite the varying temperatures in our refrigerators, as...
There will be significant delays on the N1 between Johannesburg and Cape Town. The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has announced roadworks beginning this week and continuing until May 2024, confirming interruptions notably throughout the next summer and festive season. The Specifics: The most significant disruptions are expected between Bontebok and Hanover in...