According to a recent study, the number of words a child hears in early life will determine their academic success and IQ in later life. By three, children from professional families hear 30 millionaire more words than children from poorer backgrounds. So talk to your baby. Talk to them just a whole damn lot.

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Cops have seized mandrax with a street value of R2 billion in Charlize Theron’s home town. R2 billion is a hell of a haul, so how much are talking in weight?

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For more than two weeks the disappearance of flight MH370 has flummoxed experts and civilians alike. On Monday, Malaysia’s Prime Minister announced that the plane ended up in the southern Indian Ocean. Experts came to their conclusion using a mathematical and scientific principle called the Doppler Effect.

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He may not have been known that well by his name, but actor James Rebhorn’s face will have you recognize him in an instant. The popular actor passed away at the age of 65, after a long battle with skin cancer.

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Since the dawn of the automobile, people have stood around at the end of the night arguing about who can drive home and who’s had one too many. Finally we can know for sure with a personal breathalyzer. Drink happy drivers simply have to blow into the device and wait five seconds to find out if they’re okay to get behind the wheel, or if an Uber cab was probably a better idea in the first place. With an easy to use design as well as an LCD display and noise alerts, this brilliant breathalyzer allows party goers to have peace of mind safely stowed away in their pocket and make sure everyone gets home safe and sound.

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The Prime Minister of Malaysia has announced that the official position on the fate of Malaysia Airlines flight 370 is that the aircraft “ended its journey” somewhere in the vast Southern Indian Ocean. No one on board is assumed to have survived.

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Many people are voicing their dislike of Vogue’s decision to put Kanye West and Kim Kardashian on the cover of their April issue. Among them is Buffy the Vampire Slayer, saying she is cancelling her subscription because of it. Other celebrities have decided to make fun of it rather, with James Franco and Seth Rogen’s meme going viral.

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In 2005, Kim Joo Il realised that North Korea wasn’t the paradise it’s leaders had led him to believe it was. After serving eight years in the military, Kim Joo Il risked his life, fleeing the country.

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Probably the best argument for smiling back at someone is that you don’t know if you will end up as material for a comedian. Comedian Pete Holmes’s neighbour didn’t return his smile, she is now the butt of his jokes.

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Billy Joel had a rock legend join him on stage during a recent performance at Madison Square Garden. AC/DC’s Brian Johnson made a guest appearance, rocking out to the tune of ‘You Shook Me All Night Long.’

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The Telegraph has conducted a lengthy, and very cool interview with documentarian Louis Theroux. These were our favourite parts. If nerd was a diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual [of Mental Disorders] you would check off… No, not all of them — I’m not that good with computers. But I’ve got glasses, I’m not […]

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Finnish magician, Jose Ahonen has made many things disappear in front of many audiences, but few have been as expressive in their vexation as this group of dogs. Cue delight, followed by confusion, bafflement, and then fear. Please enjoy.

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On Sunday morning at 11h32, a 2oceansviber named Jon gave us some happy news. Jon wrote the following beneath our weekly sports prediction guide, which is brought to you fine people by BetFlash:

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Kevin Bacon showed the world that he is still a dancing rebel when Jimmy Fallon outlawed dancing on The Tonight Show. Kevin Bacon broke the rules with this epic dance entrance.

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Do you think that your aerial drone with a camera attached is cool? Please bro, leave it to the Russians to take a toy and create a killing machine. Battle fields of the future will quiver at the mention of the name, ‘Charlene.’

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The odds of winning the lottery is staggering on its own, but calling it the day before is statistically close to impossible. Neil Trotter became Britain’s fourth biggest national lottery winner when his winning ticket won him close to R2 billion in the EuroMillions lottery.

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Trying to make sense of Lady Gaga’s latest music video is just as hard as explaining it without sounding bonkers. The close to 12 minute video titled G.U.Y. for her track with the same name is her longest to date. Check Gaga doing what Gaga does in her latest video.

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Welsh rugby star Andy Powell filed for divorce after he faced the wrath of his wife, Natasha Gascoine. His estranged wife let the world know what she thinks of Powell when she painted “cheat,” “liar” and “scum” on his car and house.

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Justin Bieber showcased how big of an asshole he really is in his deposition, but his ego holds no bounds. This time the pop-star is comparing himself to the rebel without a cause, James Dean.

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It’s payday! Also, this video is called Payday. Do you see what they did there? I certainly see what they did there. Derick Watts & The Sunday Blues Band have just uploaded this here cautionary tale to the internet, and it is a goodie. I strongly encourage you to watch right to the end. Grown men rub barbecue ribs on each other’s nipples.

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Another contender has entered the ring for the 2014 selfie battle. Comedian Jimmy Kimmel has a long way to go to dethrone Ellen DeGeneres’ famous star-studded Oscar selfie, with his Clinton Family selfie.

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Following a court ruling in support of commercial drones, one San Francisco based company has jumped at the opportunity to launch their pharmacy drone delivery service. If you happen to see toothpaste, nail clippers, deodorants, vitamins and the likes, falling from the sky in San Francisco, don’t be alarmed, just blame QuiQui.

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The Pistorius trial, is being renewed for a second season, but one of its leading stars is not enjoying all the limelight the televised court case has brought. Barry Roux can now be considered a fully-fledged celebrity by having his very own stalker as well as his own snappy catch line, “I put it to you.”

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Admittedly the latest season of Masterchef Australia on Mnet is becoming a week-night addiction for most of us. Never before have we been more interested in the outcome of middle-class Australians vying for the title of uber-chef in this highly competitive televised cook-off. This particular season however has captured the intense interest of most of South Africa’s female population due to the inclusion of a particular hunky contestant who goes by the name of Daniel Churchill.

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There are a lot of old people around these days. Experts estimate that by 2030 there will be a million centenarians living among us. But is living 100 years on the planet too short? How about living to 1,000 before kicking the bucket?

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There are only two instances in which it’s legal to drive your car over 200 kph – when you’re racing around a certified track, or when you’re trying to outrun a 199 kph construction horse. Satisfy your need for speed with a three-night Grand Prix experience for two people sharing.

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Can the Stormers save their Super Rugby campaign? Can Chelsea keep their hat in the ring for the Premiership title, or will Arsenal punch their dreams in the face? Will the Bulls destroy the Sharks when they get the passion of Loftus behind them? Will you make thousands of Rands betting on this weekend’s sporting fixtures?

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That’s right folks, the KING of filthy and inappropriate one-liners is coming to South Africa! Jimmy Carr will be performing his ‘Gagging Order’ tour in South Africa at the end of this month. On 30 March at Grand West, to be exact. And you can win tickets.

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Nicknamed ‘The Hookies,’ the eighth Annual International Escort Award ceremony is a star-studded event showcasing the best of the best in the male escort industry. Meet male escort Duncan Black, nominee in the Best Ass and Best Newcomer categories.

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I’ve just received a slightly frantic email from Seth, instructing me to tell you about the “greatest app ever invented.” It’s called Cloak, and the man is literally plutzing. He almost phoned me to tell me about it.

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