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Environment
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Stunning Footage Of Volcano In The Philippines Spewing Ash And Lava [Video]
23 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Mount Mayon is due for a major eruption, and over the past while it’s been warming up with a steady stream of ash and lava. Doesn’t make for a good night’s rest.
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Here’s A UCT Water Scientist Discussing That ‘Worst Drought In More Than 100 Years’ Stat
22 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You’ve probably seen people arguing on social media about the severity of our current drought, and the 100-year stat is often criticised. Let’s hear from an expert.
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TIME’s Antarctica Aerial Shots Show Devastating Result Of Climate Change
22 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Down here in the Mother City we’re freaking out about the impending Day Zero, but down below in Antarctica there’s a different problem to deal with.
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Extreme Crosswind Aircraft Landing From Germany Is Something Else [Video]
22 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
High winds tore through the likes of the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany last week, and there were plenty of videos on social media. This one is next level.
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You Need To Check Out The City Of Cape Town’s ‘Day Zero’ Site
19 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The City of Cape Town is under immense pressure to sort out our water mess, but it will take a citywide effort to stave off Day Zero. This site is a must visit to stay informed.
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Netherlands Storm Videos Make Cape Town Look Tame
19 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As Storm Friederike causes havoc in northern Europe, Twitter has filled with scenes of destruction, high winds catching many off guard.
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Cape Town Panics Over NEW Water Restrictions And Costs
18 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 4 Comments
In an announcement earlier this morning the City of Cape Town ‘hit the panic button’, announcing new water restrictions and costs that you really need to hear for yourself.
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Here’s How Quickly You’ll Get Through 50 Litres Of Water A Day [Video]
18 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
As of February 1, Capetonians must drop from 87 litres of water a day to 50 litres a day. Let’s take a look at just how tough that’s going to be.
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Video From The World’s Longest Underwater Cave System
18 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Much of the earth’s underwater world is yet to be discovered, but thanks to the hard work of a few scientists we can look inside this magical cave.
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The Deadliest Cat In The World Weighs 2,2kg [Video]
18 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There are a number of big cats around the world that inspire awe and fear, but if you’re after the deadliest you’ll need to look a little closer.
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Woman In Botswana Mauled By Leopard Inside Her Tent
17 Jan 2018 by Kiernan / No Comments
The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is a must visit for large cat lovers, with lion, cheetah and leopard sightings a regular occurrence. Preferably not this up close and personal, though.
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“Mad Max Territory” – TIME’s Take On Cape Town’s Water Crisis [Video]
17 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We all know Day Zero is going to get very ugly, very quickly, and TIME aren’t holding back when describing what lies in store for the Mother City.
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Dramatic Pics And Video Of Oil Tanker Exploding In The East China Sea
16 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
After colliding with a freighter more than a week ago, an Iranian oil tanker has sunk, leaving behind the biggest oil spill of its kind since 1991.
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Find Out How Much Water You’re Using (And Snoop On Your Neighbours) With New Website
16 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
A new water consumption tool, put together by the City of Cape Town, has sparked fears of water usage naming and shaming. Best you check how you shape up.
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So There’s A Caracal Strolling Around Lion’s Head [Video]
15 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
An early morning trip up Lions’ Head by two paragliders led to a very unusual sighting, a caracal enjoying a stroll and a light breakfast.
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Cape Town Drilling For Water Has Begun – Everything We Know So Far
12 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 3 Comments
As dam levels drop, the City of Cape Town is doing what it can to delay the seemingly inevitable. So, who wants to see what Day Zero really looks like?
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Satellite Pics And Videos Show Snow In The Sahara Desert
11 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
While the words ‘snow’ and ‘desert’ are hardly ever seen in the same sentence, Sunday saw the Sahara Desert covered in a blanket for the third time in 40 years.
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New Law Says You Can’t Put Lobster Directly Into Boiling Water
11 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Keen to pop a few kreef in the pot and have a feast this weekend? You might want to keep up to speed with how this new law spreads around the world.
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JFK Airport Descended Into Pure And Utter Chaos This Weekend [Video]
10 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
A combination of a storm, a burst pipe, and epic levels of mismanagement caused delays of up to four days at one of America’s busiest airports. People were not impressed.
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Beautiful Footage Filmed Inside The Kelp Forests Of False Bay [Video]
10 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You might not be keen on braving the waters off False Bay yourself, but you really should take a look at life amongst the kelp.
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Why The City Of Cape Town Needs To Hit You With That ‘Drought Charge’
10 Jan 2018 by Kiernan / No Comments
Call it a ‘drought charge’, call it a ‘water tax’ – either way, Cape Town residents aren’t pleased. So where exactly will that money go?
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Public Safety At Risk As Newlands Water Spring Gets Gnarly
18 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As “day zero” approaches, the Cape’s most prominent natural water resource is being abused – giving us a glimpse into the future of what desperation in a dry city will look like.
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A Quick Look At The Funniest Wildlife Photographs Of 2017
15 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Please enjoy this fantastic selection of nature’s finest comedic moments, captured on film for your enjoyment. Let’s hear it for the owls.
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This Is What A 512-Year-Old Live Shark Looks Like
14 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Although scientists always knew that Greenland sharks could live to a ripe old age, new technology has helped them discover just how old.
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Picture Of Newlands Swimming Pool Shows Just How Much Trouble Cape Town Is In
12 Dec 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
For many Southern Suburb folk a splash in the Newlands Pool is a staple, but in case you haven’t popped past lately you should check this out.
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Bills / Colts NFL Match Might Be The Most Ridiculous Thing We’ve Seen All Week [Video+Images]
12 Dec 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
Usually we wouldn’t give a damn about the Buffalo Bills playing the Indianapolis Colts, except for the fact that Sunday’s showdown wasn’t exactly par for the course.
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Gauteng ‘Tornado’ Tears Through Town – Injures 50 And Wrecks Houses [Videos+Images]
12 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Severe winds struck the Vaal Marina area yesterday afternoon, leaving more than 300 people displaced and over 50 injured. Many were quick to call it a ‘tornado’.
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To Celebrate International Mountain Day, Here Are A Few Facts About Cape Town’s Iconic Landmark
11 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As the world over celebrates International Mountain Day, here are a few facts about our very own Table Mountain that you might have missed, or forgotten, along the way.
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This Great White Shark Headbutt Will Give You A Massive Fright [Video]
11 Dec 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We know that they are the ocean’s apex predators, but it seems that great white sharks aren’t averse to a little headbutt either. Spare a thought for this chap.
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National Geographic Have Published Their Top Photos Of 2017 (Incredible)
11 Dec 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Ever climbed a hundred foot ladder to grab a hive filled with neurotoxic honey? Nah, me neither, but at least we can ogle the pictures.
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