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LinkedIn, Uber, Spotify And Others: These New York Tech Offices Will Make You Jealous
18 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If your idea of an office space remains a boring office cubicle, you might need to open your eyes to the offerings of some NYC companies.
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They Call This Competition The Oscars Of Paper Currency
12 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Here in SA we’re all very fond of the Randela, even if it doesn’t pack much of a punch in the global market, but what are the world’s most beautiful bank notes?
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If You Own Property In Cape Town The City Has A Nasty Surprise For You
12 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / 1 Comment
The City of Cape Town is looking to cover some additional costs, and it’s the people who will have to make up the difference.
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FT Weekend – Special Offer For 2oceansvibe Readers
12 Apr 2017 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
There’s a knowing nod I often share with fellow FT Weekend readers. An understanding that we have mutually found and enjoy the greatest broadsheet weekend read in the world. And if you think it’s all about finance, you’re horrifically mistaken.
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A Valid Question – “How Does North Korea Make Its Money?” – Answered
10 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
While the majority of the country lives in abject poverty, Kim and his mates seem to have plenty of money to throw around. So how exactly do they pay the bills?
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Ukraine Model’s Success Landing A Billionaire (Trump’s Mate) Is Apparently Inspirational
10 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Donald and Melania Trump’s closest friends are a couple just like them: an American billionaire paired up with an Eastern European beauty.
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Wonga Has Been Hit By A Major Data Breach – “One Of The Biggest”
10 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
When a service provider is hacked for their customers’ information, and you happen to be a customer of theirs, things can get a little scary.
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Let’s Check In With How Zuma’s Mates Reacted To The Junk Status Downgrade
10 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
As South Africans around the country took to the streets to voice their discontent at Zuma and his recent antics, others claimed to be delighted with the downgrade.
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So, Exactly How Long Does It Take To Come Back From Junk Status?
07 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
Looking back over the past three decades, 15 countries having fought back from junk status, we can learn some lessons about what lies ahead for South Africa.
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We Found A Way Around That 184-Day Tax Law People Are Freaking Out About
06 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If you were stressing about your future over that 184-day tax rule, the one Pravin outlined in his budget speech, there’s a way for you to get around it. It’s a pleasure.
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How Is It Possible That This Nivea Ad Was Even Approved In The First Place?
06 Apr 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Oh dear. Just when you thought Pepsi were leading the way in terms of brand stupidity, Nivea went and dropped their stinker.
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They’re Already Killing Pepsi With Hilarious Parody Ads [Video]
06 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
By now you will surely have seen the disastrous Pepsi ad that the brand has been forced to pull, but not before the parodies started flying in.
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Kendall Jenner’s New Pepsi Ad Is Turning Into The Marketing Fail Of The Year [Video]
05 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Kendall Jenner is pretty hot property right now, but Pepsi have really dropped the ball with their latest marketing campaign. Prepare for the cringe.
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Hello Junk Status – Here’s How The Downgrade Will Affect You
04 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
Everyone knows a junk status rating isn’t a good thing, but how many people really understand the effect it will have on our daily lives going forward?
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It’s An Absolute Financial Mess Over At The SABC
03 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
It’s been a while since we took a look at what’s happening over at the SABC, and unfortunately it doesn’t make for pretty viewing.
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Good Timing – John Oliver Discusses America’s Marijuana Laws [Video]
03 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
This weekend would have seen many South Africans light up after a landmark ruling, but there’s still much ground to be made, Take America, for example.
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HUGE: Western Cape High Court Ruling Allows Home Use Of Dagga
31 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / 1 Comment
Following a court ruling from earlier this morning, the marijuana landscape in South Africa has forever been altered. This calls for a celebration.
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The James Corden / Kristen Bell Flying Duet Fail Everyone Is Talking About [Video ]
30 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
James Corden and Kristen Bell decided to see if love could lift them up where they belong, although they didn’t deliver exactly what the crowd expected.
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Minimum Wage And Average Wage – How Long It Would Take To Become The Richest Person In SA
30 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you harbour aspirations of rivalling the Oppenheimers and Ruperts of this world, you may need to buckle down. So how many hours of work until you strike gold?
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The Gareth Cliff / Tbo Touch Partnership Didn’t Last Long – What Went Wrong?
30 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
When Gareth Cliff and Tbo Touch teamed up it seemed like they would go from strength to strength, but less than a year later they’re parting ways.
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Is Pravin Staying Or Going – How The Rand Will React To Each Outcome
30 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Some say the writing is on the wall for Pravin Gordhan, although he has been handed a temporary stay of execution. So what’ll happen with the rand?
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Fokofpolisiekar Set Crazy Record Ahead Of New Album Release [Video]
29 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Fokofpolisiekar will go down as one of the most important rock bands in South Africa’s history, and the way fans are responding to their call is a true testament to that.
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How A Mysterious Suitcase Put The Spotlight On Italy’s Underground World
28 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
A blue suitcase found bobbing in an Italian harbour was thought to contain the remains of a missing woman, but soon highlighted something else entirely.
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What You Really Should Know About The Explosive Zuma / Gordhan Recall
28 Mar 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
By now you will know that Zuma’s decision to recall Pravin and his deputy doesn’t bode well, but the full extent of what could be on the cards is truly frightening.
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Rand Tanks As Zuma Orders Gordhan To Return Home Amidst ‘Reshuffling’ Fears
27 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Uh, oh, we’re in trouble. Just as we were taking slow steps to increase the rand’s worth against the dollar, Zuma just had to intervene.
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An Important Look At Exactly What Rights You Have As A Tenant
27 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Many people enjoy a healthy relationship with their landlords, but if things go south it pays to know exactly what rights you have and rules are in place.
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Mail & Guardian Slams Maimane Over Colonialism Drama – Urges Him To ‘Grow A Pair’
27 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As Helen Zille’s tweets spread across the internet, causing outrage at every turn, many people turned their gaze towards Mmusi Maimane. So, what does he do?
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So Exactly How Long Will The Rand Hold Its Own Against The US Dollar?
23 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The rand has taken us South Africans on quite an emotional journey of late. Of course, it’s not the currency’s fault, but rather the fault of those who are so strongly connected to it (yes, yes, Zuma is just one element to blame.) But its recent rise in strength has given us all a little […]
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There Are So Many Reasons Why You Need To Pay Close Attention To Loan Repayment Terms
17 Mar 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Loan repayments used to be confusing and difficult to calculate. Quite a lot of information and understanding is needed, and one normally would have to use a good financial calculator.
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Rely On That Well-Known 184-Day Tax Rule? You’re Not Going To Like This
02 Mar 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
For those of you who work outside of the country, especially those of you who find yourself working in the Middle East regions where you are exempt from paying tax, you are probably very used to the 184-day rule.
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