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Letters

AROUND THE WORLD

MEGHAN GOES MEGA • Back on screen, a big boost for her brand and ever-loving Harry by her side – the determined duchess is poised for liftoff

WHO’S REALLY THE GRINCH? • Jozi’s ‘Mrs Claus’ has sparked a festive frenzy among neighbours with her over-the-top Christmas decorations – some say it’s all just too much!

ONE DAY I’LL WALK AGAIN • He was paralysed by a dive but Jason Fourie is fighting hard to get back on his feet

A MATTER OF CLASS • She’s a celebrity chef ’s daughter, he’s an Olympic swimmer from humble beginnings – and their upcoming wedding has set off a bitter family fued

DRESSED FOR SUCCESS • From raising eyebrows with her sleeveless dresses to keeping her natural hair under wraps, Michelle Obama shares how she used style in her role as first lady

CALL OF THE WILD • These South African puppet masters are taking the world by storm with their life-size animal creations

TOO GOOD not to share! • Local FOODIE and social media influencer FEHMZ dishes up her special brand of FUN and FABULOUS homestyle cooking in her new recipe book

CHRISTMAS Gift guide 2025

THE MIGHTY BEAN • Protein-rich and full of gut-friendly fibre, this staple is a superfood you should be eating regularly

ASK DR LOUISE • Write to Dr Louise, PO Box 39410, Moreleta Park 0044, or email info@drlouise.co.za.

Travelling with friends? Here’s how to share expenses • Going on trips with pals is a way to make lasting memories. Just make sure you’re not stuck paying for everything

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.

YOUR STARS

PUZZLES • 15 PAGES OF FUN & GAMES

BOOKER WINNER • Why the judges picked DAVID SZALAY’s stark tale of male alienation to win this year’s prize

TV & MOVIE GUIDE

CHILL out • The HOTTEST things in POP CULTURE and ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEK

The Beetle • Learn more about the role this insect plays in nature

THE HERCULES BEETLE • With its shiny armour, giant horns and incredible strength, this beetle – the largest in the world – is a superhero of the rainforest

WE TALK ABOUT Giraffe centre opens near Bloem

Kids’ games & activities

GROWING UP TRUMP • The US president’s son Eric on his unorthodox upbringing, being the family’s ‘clean-up guy’ and whether he’ll run for the White House

BLOOD BROTHER • He started donating at 19 and when he realised his rare blood type could save many lives he just kept going!

THIS RED DEVIL IS ON FIRE • HE USED TO WEAR CRISTIANO RONALDO’S REPLICA SHIRT, AND NOW BRYAN MBEUMO IS MAKING HIS DREAM COME TRUE BY STARRING FOR MANCHESTER UNITED

CRIME DEFINITELY PAYS! • John Grisham chats to us about how a career pivot from law into writing legal thrillers turned him into one of the world’s most successful authors

IN THE HOT SEAT • When temperatures hit a record-breaking 44,6°C, Cape Town knew something radical had to be done – enter the man for the job,...