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 Local is Lekker We know this beauty as a motivational speaker, Avon spokesperson and one of the most beautiful women in Mzansi. Gerry Elsdon fills us in on what makes her beautiful and why she is the best gift for husband Kerry. |
 Poppylicious Wanna know more about 5FM’s Poppy Ntshongwana? Read on. What is your beauty routine? |
Lose it with three apples a day An apple a day doesn’t only keep the doctor away – it can also help you lose weight. Most fat-loss diets involve cutting down on kilojoules so drastically that you end up starving. Not so with the Three-Apple-a-Day diet. It involves munching an apple before each meal . |
For the Boys It’s game time with new 24Seven Sport. To coincide with the World Cup, Revlon has launched a new deodorant spray and roll-on, 24Seven Sport. |
 Dodgy Adviser - Learn how to spot a With World Consumer Rights Day themed “Our money, Our rights”, Thembisa Mapukata suggests we brush up on our knowledge of our rights as investors |
 You CAN kiss and make up, but tread carefully Most of us experience some form of relationship break-up at some point in our life. Parting can be very tough, especially if you’ve been together a long time. And we all know that break-ups leave us feeling empty and lonely. |
 Look good on the course Golf players pride themselves on the attire they wear when venturing out to play, so Xolile Mtshazo finds out how to care for that expensive shirt |
 Relax, and let the music set you free When Shakespeare said “If music be the food of love then play on” he probably also meant that music can heal and soothe you during difficult times, writes Tshidi Mametsa |
Your stars
Your relationships require faith, trust and confidence; don’t blame the other person if these are lacking. To get your horoscopes every day SMS SW ARI to 31924. Subscription service costs R1,50 a day.
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Create the perfect spot - For Junior The time comes when the little ones have to move out of mom and dad’s room and into their own space. This can prove difficult – the trick is to make their space unique, writes Somaya Stockenstroom |
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She abuses me and neglects us My wife and I fight constantly because she drives me absolutely bonkers. She’s always tired and doesn’t clean or cook, or take care of our seven-year old son and two-year-old daughter. |
I’m in love with two boyfriends I was involved with a married man from May until December last year. I met another guy, fell in love with him and we started dating. |
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 Superlatives fail the Big One The latest offering from the BMW stable, the 5-series Gran Turismo, is one of those cars you will either love to bits – or hate. It leaves little room for indifference. |
Motoring with Morgan Recently, there’s been much hype about bank repossessed vehicles being sold at ridiculously low prices by auctioneers. Is it worth the money and time to buy a repossessed car and how should I go about buying one of them? |
Motoring with Morgan I have a Toyota Yaris and it is in need of new tyres. Please help me as there are so many choices and I was also advised to go for the cheaper imported ones from Asia. Please can you recommend one for me or do you think I am worrying too much? – S Kekora |
 Audi provides access to premium level Those who have been trying to buy into the premium segment of the motoring market but could not afford to do so need not despair because Audi has a solution. |
Ask Morgan I currently drive a 2005 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport. The car is well maintained and very reliable and will be paid off by the end of the month. |
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Larger than life SiphokazI is a tall lady with a big presence, but oh so humble We are flattered that Sama-winning songstress Siphokazi Maraqana takes us so seriously that she gets her hair done especially for this interview. |
 Dump da bumps for a - Smooth Ride Over the longer term, investing in a smoothed fund delivers good returns while providing protection from the ups and downs of the often volatile market, writes Thembisa Mapukata |
 When life is a gag - Phoo-eeee! Do other people raise their noses and get as far away from you as possible when you take off your shoes? Or are you ordered to take them outta the room whenever you take them off? There is a solution, writes Tshidi Mametsa |
 Play the Game - Care for your clubs Golf clubs are expensive, so Xolile Mtshazo shares some tips on how to take care of them to ensure they last longer and don’t impair your game |
 Louise Carver – Look to the Edge Having followed Carver since I first heard her hit song It Don’t Matter in the late 1990s, I find her to have matured beautifully. |
 Sade – Soldiers Of Love An impression is created by the song The Moon and The Sky that one is about to be taken on the same sort of fulfilling music journey that Sade treated us to on the Lover’s Live DVD. |
Sip o’ the best There Are a number of lifestyle events in the pipeline. One of them presents an opportunity to travel to Mpumalanga, which has breathtaking landscapes. |
 Sibongile Khumalo – Live - (A Golden Vision Manifests) As a musical elder, Khumalo leads by example and there is a subtly communicated message on this record that says to South African musicians: “if you want to do a cover version or sample or rearrange an existing song, then look to the rich South African song-book.” |
 Joss Stone – Colour Me Free This petite, British-born singer can take pride in the fact that she owns a deep and husky voice that comes in handy in her delivery of gorgeously rich retro soul and R&B numbers. |
Quiet but dangerous - watch out France! We couldn’t have guessed who would open the door for us at Katlego Mphela’s plush house in Savanna Hills, Midrand, on Tuesday afternoon. The sight taking our breath away is none other than the ravishing footballer’s lover, Liziwe Sondake. |
Right - Be polite, play it Etiquette is a word that’s often heard in relation to golf – more so than with any other sport. Xolile Mtshazo takes you on this etiquette journey |
Easy ’n Fun - Get smart, make life Forget about soccer for a second and think gadgets, says Kuli Roberts, who tells us about some of her weekly favourites - Got your gadget? |
 Get GM smart The GM750 is one of the first Windows Mobile 6.5 devices being launched by LG. |
 Lips number one hits Get the crowd singing and the party started with Lips: Number One Hits, the newest game in the “Lips” singing franchise exclusively for Xbox 360. |
Your Star Guide
Take proactive steps rather than getting upset about things that are out of kilter. Create order in your environment! To get your horoscopes every day SMS SW ARI to 31924. Subscription service costs R1,50 a day.
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 Dress up for LuuurVE Whether you’re planning a casual date, a formal night out or simply breakfast in bed this Valentine’s Day, make sure your clothes have a little bit of love too, writes Somaya Stockenstroom |
 Pssst! Anyone For Choccie? Tell it like it is with the delicious taste of Cadbury P.S. this Valentine’s Day. You could win one of five Cadbury P.S. hampers! Terms and conditions apply. |
 Do start now and Skip Da Blues So many of us, even folk earning good money – are living beyond our means. No wonder we can’ t think about the future, writes Thembisa Mapukata |
Your Star Guide
A hard road might lie ahead for a few weeks. But, be kind to yourself and manage your time and energy properly and you will do well. To get your horoscopes every day SMS SW ARI to 31924. Subscription service costs R1,50 a day.
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 Net surfers hit bummers Surfing the Internet can expose a “dark side” of the soul, with online addicts more likely to be depressed, claim psychologists. |
Altitude cuts kilos Can a simple change in location help you shed pounds? Maybe, according to a new study that found that obese men lost a few pounds after spending just one week at high altitude, even though they didn’t feel hungry or exercise more than usual. |
Apply your mind when choosing a financial advisor The tax year closes at the end of this month but it’s not too late to review your taxes. If you’re already looking to the next tax year, here are some tips on how best to choose an investment partner, writes Thembisa Mapukata |
 What celeb eats up - to fuel-up This is the expert’s take on Tshepo Mabona’s diet. Coffee – Caffeine in coffee excites brain cells and improves concentration and reaction times and reduces fatigue. But too much of it is dangerous for the heart. |
Depressed? Get married! A study has found that ending marriage increases the risk of mental health disorders, with women more likely to resort to substance abuse and men more likely to become depressed. |
Your stars
You want to control your life, but people will be uncooperative. Keep discussions sensible, fair and tactful. To get your horoscopes every day SMS SW ARI to 31924. Subscription service costs R1,50 a day.
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 Drop alles, it’s shoe time Ever stop to think why women are so obsessed with shoes? Something originally intended to protect the feet from harsh weather conditions became a major fashion statement over time. Women simply can’t function without ’em. |
If you want to be fit - dig the pain Getting fit is not child’s play. This is the conclusion SOMAYA STOCKENSTROOM reached after attending the Adidas fitness academy which kicked off in South Africa last year at Virgin Active in Sunninghill in the north of Jozi |
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