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YOU IN THE NEWS • What’s happening in THE WORLD right now
A KING IN CRISIS • Charles’ cancer diagnosis has sent shockwaves throughout the world. We look at how the monarchy will be affected by his illness
‘IT WAS A VIOLATION OF MY BODY’ • A botched surgery led to a shocking discovery: that an unregistered doctor had been permitted to operate on her
TAY-TAY ON TOP • The music, the performances, the fans, the influence – no one does it quite like Taylor Swift
THE TIGER IS CORNERED • From playboy cricket star to international statesman and now a jailed politician – no one can accuse Imran Khan of being boring
I WANT TO BE A DOCTOR ONE DAY • A blood disorder made school a challenge for Zandré, but it didn’t stop him from earning eight distinctions in matric
879 DAYS IN SPACE AND COUNTING! • Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko has set an out-of-this-world record for the longest time spent in space aboard the ISS
Moreish MUSHROOMS • Whether you use it to add FLAVOUR to a dish or prefer to enjoy it as the MAIN INGREDIENT, the humble mushroom remains a MUST in every kitchen
IN THE NUDE • Neutral hues are all the rage – here’s are our top picks in these flattering shades
MAKE A HABIT OF IT! • Small rituals to add to your routine that will have big results
STICK ’EM UP! • Decorate your walls with these pretty decals
CHEW ON THIS • From losing weight to improving your concentration, learning how and when to take a bite are easy ways to improve your health
ASK DR LOUISE • Write to Dr Louise, PO Box 39410, Moreletapark 0044, or email info@drlouise.co.za.
What to know about carpooling • Lift clubs are a good way to save money, but whether you’re the driver or the passenger, here are a few things to consider
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chuckles • Fancy yourself a joker? Email original jokes to chuckles@you.co.za or send them to Chuckles, YOU, PO Box 7167, Roggebaai 8012, and we may publish them on this page.
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CHILL out • The HOTTEST things in POP CULTURE and ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEK
STRANGE DAYS • Stephen King and Michael Cunningham both reflect on the Covid pandemic in their new books
YOU PUZZLES • 13 PAGES OF FUN & GAMES
The food chain • Energy and nutrients move through the ecosystem, starting with plants and being transferred to insects, animals and human beings. Here’s how it happens
News of the week
LAPPET-FACED VULTURES • Meet Africa’s cleaning service from the sky. This large bird is a nature superhero that helps keep our world clean and hygienic
Kids’ games & activities
FASHION’S SECRET GENIUS • From squabbles with the Nazis to a child-porn ad scandal, Balenciaga has survived many crises – yet most people know little about the man behind the controversial fashion label
SURVIVING & THRIVING • Despite two devastating childhood accidents that left her with permanent disability and in constant pain, bride-to-be Sophie is embracing life and doesn’t want anyone’s pity
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