Lindiwe Mazibuko has trumped Atholl “I speak a little isiXhosa” Trollip* in a vote to select the Democratic Alliance parliamentary leader. *[Thanks, Mvelase]
It is with regret that the Port St Johns local municipality has been officially shut down for not paying nearly R11 million in debt. The popular tourist destination, situated along the Wild Coast in the Transkei, has been experiencing troubles for a while, but the sheriff of the court officially closed the municipal offices on Monday.
This week Steve touches on the tangible sense of relief felt by the average New Zealander as the pressure to win the Rugby World Cup finally lifts. Steve also looks forward to this weekend’s Currie Cup Final between the international players of the Sharks, and the youth and cheek of the Lions. It’s a great […]
Yet another Tibetan Buddhist monk doused himself in fuel and set fire to himself in China yesterday. This brings to ten the total number of monks who’ve resorted to this extreme form of protest since March this year.
SA’s #1 surfer, Jordy Smith recently signed with Buchulife herbal health products! You will already know the brand well, as Buchulife (the water) is a 2oceansVibe partner and featured prominently in the background of 2ov TV‘s hit online TV show, The Compound. Durban-born surfer Jordy Smith is one of the most prodigiously talented and exciting surfers […]
Check out this ad, spotted in today’s Cape Times! This comes in response to the news that the ASA pulled a recent AXE deodorant television commercial as it might upset Christian viewers. Note how the ad teeters on the fringe of comparative advertising but probably scrapes through as AXE deodorant is not mentioned in the […]
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) dropped its annual State of World Population report late yesterday, and as has been predicted for a little while now, the earth’s human population will blast past seven billion people by the end of the month.
Amy Winehouse Actually Died Of Alcohol Poisoning – Remember when Amy’s dad told the world that she died from withdrawal to alcohol? Not true, it seems. A coroner has ruled that Amy Winehouse died as the unintended result of drinking too much alcohol. According to pathology reports, Winehouse had consumed a “very large quantity of […]
Terrorist attacks don’t discriminate. Whether you’re pushing 99 or just taking your first steps, if you’re in the affected area, you’re in trouble. In light of this, and the real risk of a biological attack on the US, American scientists and officials are advocating the testing of an Anthrax vaccine on children.
What began as a harmless night of casual paid-for sex turned into a magical mystery adventure that has landed a Zimbabwean man in court charged with bestiality.
There are other products on the market that deliver short bursts of energy, but for those that really like their coffee; there is a new way for you to ingest it, without the hassle. Harvard biomedical engineering professor, David Edwards, has invented AeroShot: caffeine delivered to your body faster than coffee. Cue the coffee inhaler.
The caper film is one of the most difficult to pull off, but when executed in style – delivers sheer exhilaration as though you are a part of the action, committing the crime yourself as witnessed in movies like The Italian Job, Ocean’s Eleven, The Sting, Catch Me If You Can and Inception… so how does Skeem measure up?
The Foschini Group has withdrawn three T-shirts from their stores after FeministsSA asked its followers to boycott the shopping chain. The reason for the campaign was a series of male t-shirts with slogans such as “I put the STD in STUD, all I need is U” and “You looked better from behind”.
Those goblins at Gringotts (read: Warner Bros) responsible for rolling out the now complete collection of Harry Potter DVDs have taken a leaf from the House of Mouse and issued a recall on all Harry Potter DVDs and boxsets from the end of December 2011.
Imagine this breathtaking moment – a grid full of Formula One cars, revving their engines and setting off with the New York City skyline as their backdrop. It has long been the dream of the Formula One to host the Grand Prix of America, and this has now finally become reality with the signing of a 10 year deal to host the race just opposite the Hudson River.
Anxious Bangkok residents are steeling themselves against floods moving down from the northern part of Thailand, which are the worst to hit the country in decades. With Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra keeping everyone on edge with statements such as “I’m fifty percent confident that the inner zone of Bangkok will not be completely flooded,” it must be increasingly difficult to remain buoyant.
In a move that’s widely expected to attract further, and much needed investment diversification, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan yesterday announced that the Treasury will allow local investors to trade in foreign-domiciled companies, especially throughout Africa. The move will no doubt heighten the attractiveness and status of the local exchange.
This is a neighbourhood desperate for a name. It’s that part of Green Point which hosts a number of institutions. From vide e, Manos, and the Cape Royale hotel to Mario’s, Giovanni’s, Jade and Hudson’s Burger Joint – this is the stomping ground of many a Capetonian and tourist alike. “Green Point” is massive! It […]
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled that an Axe deodorant advert be pulled. In the ad, angels can be seen falling from heaven because they are attracted to a man’s deodorant. But a viewer laid a complaint, claiming it offends Christians. According to him, angels aren’t supposed to forfeit their heavenly status for mortal desires.
Congratulations Cape Town! Cape Town has been named World Design Capital for the year 2014, ahead of fellow short-listed cities, Dublin and Bilbao. The sought-after accolade was awarded to the Mother City this morning at the International Design Alliance (IDA) Congress in Taipei. Executive Mayor of Cape Town, Patricia de Lille, accepted the award on […]
Carlos Tevez Fined £1 million For Refusing To Play – Manchester City star Carlos Tevez was hit with a £1 million fine on Tuesday following the angry bust-up during the Champions League clash with Bayern Munich, the Premier League club announced. A statement from City said Tevez — widely reported to be earning £250,000 per week — […]
This is pretty badass – footage of a Gauteng biker assessing a motorcycle rally course for the Amageza Challenge and taking a short detour midway through to save a calf drowning in a nearby canal. In the event that you’ve grown tired of Gaddafi footage, and would like to watch something awesome instead.
Following hot on the heels of a possible malaria vaccine, another group of scientists have bred mosquitoes in Guatemala which have been genetically modified to fight Dengue fever.
When reversing genetics in an attempt to create a real, live, man-eating dinosaur, it pays to know what the consequences may be. In this case, being the paleontologist who advised Steven Spielberg on the making of four Jurassic Park movies and decades of children’s nightmares about killer lizards should just about cover it.
Marie Claire‘s Body Issue is on sale. Check out the cover. 2oceansVibe favourite and St Anne’s Old Girl, Candice Swanepoel is absolutely killing it. The issue, which is already on sale, has come in for some stick from a number of “social commentators”, who have claimed that the use of Candice Swanepoel as the cover […]
The bodies of fallen Libyan dictator, Muammar Gaddafi, and his son, Mo’tassim, were buried in a secret desert location this morning, a National Transitional Council official has told news agencies. This is a good thing because the stench of the rotting corpses was getting a bit much and decay had set in, forcing officials to close the fridge doors yesterday.
When I was handed Gareth Cliff’s book to read, I realised immediately what was going on. I’m not talking about the darkened underground chamber I was locked in, surrounded by sadistic publicists, or the hot coals that were being applied to my singed nipples. I refer to the words stuck between two sheets of stiff paperback.
THIS COMPETITION IS CLOSED: WELL DONE TO MICHAEL S & JARED R FOR OWNING THE GREATEST DSDs ON EARTH! Anyone who has seen Eastbound & Down will agree it may well be the greatest series ever made. The main character, Kenny Powers, may well be the greatest man that ever lived. They recently released season […]
Remember that 2005 episode of South Park where they satirized Scientology by neutrally describing their core beliefs? Well, Scientology does. Recently revealed internal documents reveal that they spent a good year investigating creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker for evidence that could be used to discredit them for making Scientology seem like a creepy cult.
A few weeks ago, 2oceansVibe featured the first teaser trailer for upcoming über-cool superhero hit, The Avengers, due to drop in May 2012. Not to be outdone, the Taiwanese news animators produced their own take on the trailer. Watch it after the jump.