Monday Morning Spice

Only six of 330 SA Air Force aircraft in working order, Govt tests private sector appetite for new rail lines, Dark clouds gather over Gautrain, How the supermarket pizza went luxe, The paradise islands that don’t want to be Hawaii, and Should I sell my property and invest the funds or rent it out?
Used Car Buying Checklist: What To Look For When Buying A Used Car

One of the most important things to look for when buying a used car is its history.
ACE-031 Peptide: A Potential Catalyst in Muscular Tissue And Metabolic Research

While its exact role in various biological pathways remains an area of ongoing investigation, preliminary findings suggest that ACE-031 might present unique impacts across multiple domains of research.
New Study Hopes Rooibos Can Protect Petrol Station Workers Against Toxic Fumes

A new trail will test whether three daily cups of rooibos tea can protect petrol attendants against harmful chemicals found at petrol stations.
The Western Cape Town Where You Can Buy Almost Anything With Bitcoin [Video]

Known as Bitcoin Witsand, residents and visitors can buy nearly everything with the cryptocurrency, from petrol to breakfast at a local diner.
Common Mistakes People Make When Dating Online

About 14% of all relationships that began on dating sites and apps turn into marriage. Nevertheless, an acquaintance on the Web is far from always being successful and promising.
SAA Pilots Start A Go-Slow

SAA said that the airline has implemented contingency measures to minimize the impact of the industrial action.
Pick n Pay Goes For “Hyper-Personalisation” In New Deal With FNB

This hyper-personalisation will be key to tailoring rewards for clients based on their spending behaviour.
Former F1 Team Owner Eddie Jordan Dies At The Age Of 76

The former F1 team owner passed away at the age of 76 in Cape Town this morning following a year-long battle with cancer.
Department Of Corrections’ New “Budget-Friendly” Meal Plan For Inmates Comes Under Fire

Prisoners claim they are being treated “like a dog that has to eat leftovers”.
Thursday Morning Spice

South Africa sets up “uncrackable” quantum satellite link with China, Fireworks in court as e.tv is accused of ulterior motives, France to issue 20-page ‘survival manual’ to citizens, Surge in restaurant closures in Durban, and The 25 most overrated albums.
Egypt’s Digital Revolution: A New Era Unfolds

AI, fintech, e-commerce, and smart services are reshaping Egypt. From online banking to telemedicine, discover the digital boom transforming daily life!
Why Now Is The Best Time To Buy Flats In Turkey

The Turkish real estate market for foreigners either living in or for investing into the country
Chinese Coal Producers Want To Strip-Mine The Limpopo Biosphere Reserve

The project carries an immense cost to the sensitive environment and scarce water resources, poor rural communities, local farming, tourism and the emerging potential of the biodiversity economy.
EV Maker BYD Takes On Tesla With Batteries That Can Charge In Five Minutes, Tesla Investor Call For Musk To Step Down As Boss

While Tesa remained the biggest EV maker in 2024, BYD’s announcement appears to have prompted investors to question whether the company run by Musk – seemingly distracted with shutting down America – could fall behind.
Netflix Drops Official Trailer For ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ [Watch]

The sequel sees the former hockey player turned professional golfer once again wrestle with anger management issues and, of course, a total lack of decorum on the green.
Conservationists Urge People To Stop Releasing Pet Goldfish Into The Wild

Pet goldfish can wreak havoc on sensitive natural ecosystems, eating everything in sight until they grow to gargantuan sizes.
Cape Town Launches New Domestic Animal Survey

Let’s just hope this doesn’t lead to the return of those “dog licenses” our parents had to pay.
Astronauts Finally Back Home On Earth After Nine Months Stuck In Space [Video]

Despite many labelling the duo as “stranded,” Williams and Wilmore have pushed back against that narrative, with both astronauts saying that they never felt trapped and were fully aware that test flights could encounter problems.
Wednesday Morning Spice

Trump releases 80,000 JFK assassination files, Alphabet spins off Starlink competitor Taara, Court battle over analogue TV switch-off begins, Director Accused of blowing $11 million meant for Netflix show, Inside Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s AI grudge match, Putin agrees to halt strikes on Ukraine energy targets, and Peru declares state of emergency after killing of popular singer
Lamborghini’s New R7,5 Million Temerario Unveiled In South Africa

Serving as the successor to the Huracán as Lamborghini’s ‘entry-level’ supercar, the Temerario will be available in showrooms for a staggering price of R7,525,000.
SA’s Tyla Named World Artist Of The Year At iHeartRadio Music Awards

Tyla hasn’t posted about her win on any of her socials yet, but we’re sure once the celebratory shenanigans end, we’ll hear more from her.
Another Small Italian Town Now Offers Houses For Just $1

A little villa overlooking a valley close to the Adriatic Sea seems like a much nicer retirement option than Langebaan.
Tuesday Morning Spice

French lawmaker demands return of Statue of Liberty, Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on Gaza, Soaring Cape Town house prices mean sky-high rates, Big Eskom tariff increases hitting soon, Sea foam on Australian beaches leaves 100 surfers ill, and Virgin Atlantic set to bring flying taxis to the UK.
The Future Of Esports: What Games Will Become New Esports Disciplines?

Which video games can become esports disciplines. What is the peculiarity of the modern gaming industry and why it is so popular.
Flying To The Tankwa For AfrikaBurn Has Never Been Easier

Gliding in like an angel and swooping out like a phoenix is the only way to experience all of the Burn.
Crazy Start To 2025 F1 Season: Lando Norris Wins, Carlos Sainz’ Crash On First Lap, And Lewis Hamilton Has Tense Exchange With Crew Pit [Video]

Norris and his McLaren took the flag for his first victory, which is also the first time he has won the opening race of a season, and the perfect start for the 25-year-old’s title ambitions.
Police Still On The Hunt For Gang Who Bombed Five ATMs At Jubilee Mall

Police are hunting for a gang of 30 men who they believe are behind the bombing of five ATMs at Jubilee Mall in Hammanskraal in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Mexican Police Discover Cartel “Extermination Camp” With Three Crematoriums

Authorities found at least three crematoriums with incinerated skeletal remains as well as clothing, hundreds of pairs of shoes, backpacks, IDs and lists of names.
SA Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool Booted From Washington

Rasool was notified that his privileges and immunities would cease on Monday, and that he and his dependents would be required to leave the country by no later than 21 March.