Similar to what we Capetonians call a bergwind, these terrifying underrated gusts have been linked to the increase of erratic wildfires as well as the collapse of ice shelves.
Mansa Musa wasn’t afraid to show off his wealth, even embarking on a lavish pilgrimage to Mecca with a flurry of decorated fans.
The ‘Well of Death’ in India is an incredible act that is a thrilling, high-octane middle finger to mother nature and the grim reaper.
This development of style comes from the most honest and charitable place, you know, the place where your heart really lies – home.
Sidestep the false information about the coronavirus, or Wuhan virus as it’s also known, with this real-time tracker that lets you watch its progression in real-time.
Irish people and non-Irish people all over the world celebrated St Patrick’s Day yesterday, with green beer, dancing, and epic parades.
This list of eligible bachelors includes a man who grew up in South Africa, and has very close ties to the British Royal Family.
What are the most addictive substances in the world? According to one landmark study, these five come out tops.
Ipsos has released its latest ‘What Worries the World’ study, revealing the top nine things that are keeping South Africans up at night.
TripAdvisor has released the results of their Traveller’s Choice awards for the world’s finest museums. Go on, you could use a little culture in your life.
It has been predicted that by the year 2027, there will be more people than the food needed to sustain them. The solution could be easy, if we put our minds to it.
If it hasn’t hit you yet, the way we live is having seriously detrimental effects on the world as we know it – and it’s only getting worse.
‘Because every country is good at something,’ a map was put together detailing just what each country has the most of in the world and it’s pretty bleak at times.
Ever wondered how much you are paying for flights to travel in and out of South Africa compared to other countries? Well, you’ll be surprised.
Beauty is in everything, right? Well, with these pictures you don’t have to look too hard to find it.
Everyone wants their special day to come out looking like a million bucks. Me thinks these couples will be pretty happy with how it all turned out.
The history of the human race is intricately linked with the spread of religion around the world. Here’s the video that shows just how that happened.
There’s a certain element of feeling good about oneself that comes from helping out where you can. I imagine this chap is feeling pretty good right about now.
GoPro is about to impress us with another great idea, but you’re going to have to wait a while for the public rollout (it should be worth it though!)
There’s the blow up doll in the movie Lars and the Real Girl, and then there are these guys… You’re going to be pretty impressed at these sex dolls. Oh, yes, you are.
I don’t imagine life in Iraq is a walk in the park, but a recent report shows just how tough life in South Africa remains for so many of our citizens. So where do we go from here?
IS has managed to catch the attention of a Cape Town kid – how many more are about to board flights to join the terrifying militant group?
We all think, from time to time, how much we would love to live off the grid and away from pesky people and problems. Meet the folks of Tristan then.
No, we are not talking about The Palace at the Lost City. It’s not actually lost. These places, however, are very lost and empty and have been for ages. Come take a look.
Remember that movie Dante’s Peak? It’s one of my Sunday afternoon favourites. I would be okay if Pierce Brosnan was saving me from hot lava.
This could just be the saddest photo ever taken…Base Jumper Gareth Jones lived on the edge most of his life, so it is probably appropriate that his last view was from the edge too…
The UK Telegraph’s ‘Best City In The World’ Survey is out, and you’ll never guess which city came through in the number one position.
The newest porn genre has been discovered, and it blends technology and nakedness.
One Australian man showed some serious commitment to get the bar, using his plane to cruise to the local pub…
They can add this into the Bambi sequel, should they ever make one. This fanged deer will change all the children’s opinions about running through forests.