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Xiaomi’s QD-Mini LED TVs Are Landing in South Africa With Big Specs and Bigger Questions

Xiaomi dropped its TV S QD-Mini LED range on South Africa this week, and the timing is no accident. With winter evenings dragging on and load shedding mostly behind us,…

Morman Tebolo July 29, 2026

Gaming

Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC Feels Like a Great Idea Trapped in the Xbox App

Microsoft opened Xbox Backward Compatibility for PC last week, and the immediate reality is exactly what you'd expect from an Early Access launch in 2026. Four original Xbox titles are…

Mark Grantt July 29, 2026

Smartphones

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Nails the Brief, but the Flip 8 Feels Like an Afterthought

Samsung didn't just refresh its foldables on July 22. It made a confession. After years of trying to build one Fold that pleased everyone, the company finally split the line…

Morman Tebolo July 29, 2026

Entertainment

Nonhle Thema Didn’t Introduce Twitter to SA, But That’s Not Why We’re Mad

Thando Thabethe barely had time to react. On 947's Your Story in mid-July, Nonhle Thema casually stated that she brought Twitter back from the US and introduced it to South…

Kevin Orwa July 29, 2026

Technology

Big Tech’s AI Binge Is Now a Credit Story, and the Bill Is Coming Due

Alphabet just told the world it will burn through $195 billion to $205 billion this year, up from a range that was already eye-watering. Its cloud revenue exploded 82% in…

Mark Grantt July 29, 2026

Entertainment

Nolan’s Odyssey Just Had a Second Weekend That Silenced the Skeptics

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey pulled in roughly $84 to $87 million domestically this past weekend. That's not the story. The story is that it only fell about 30% from its…

Martha Ottonan July 29, 2026

Electronics

Nike’s Heated Recovery Slides Look Incredible But South Africa Will Pay Dearly

Nike just dropped the kind of product that makes you stop scrolling. The Nike Air Zoom Hyperslide, announced yesterday in collaboration with Hyperice, is a recovery slide that heats and…

Morman Tebolo July 28, 2026

Gaming

Halo: Campaign Evolved Is Out Today, and Xbox Players Got the Shortest Straw

July 28, 2026. Halo: Campaign Evolved is officially live across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and for the first time ever, PlayStation 5, as Xbox confirmed back at the June showcase.…

Mark Grantt July 28, 2026

Smartphones

Samsung Finally Nailed the Foldable, Then Immediately Second-Guessed Itself

Samsung's London Unpacked event settled into the forums over the past few days, and the pattern is unmistakable. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the device power users have been…

Morman Tebolo July 28, 2026

Music

Ella Langley Broke Mariah’s Record, But Nobody I Know Has Heard the Song

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" just notched its 15th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, officially passing Mariah Carey's "We Belong Together" and Whitney Houston's "I Will Always…

Sibusiso Tebogo July 28, 2026

Sports

LeBron’s Philadelphia Gamble Is Brilliant, Fragile, and a Little Bit Sad

On July 24, LeBron James called it his "last decision." At 41 years old and entering his 24th NBA season, he signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia…

Sibusiso Tebogo July 28, 2026

Entertainment

Seputla Sebogodi’s Polokwane Burial Became a Referendum on Cultural Authority

By the time Seputla Sebogodi’s casket reached Silicon Cemetery on Saturday afternoon, the mourners at Jack Botes Hall had already witnessed two funerals. There was the official one: the state-adjacent…

Kevin Orwa July 28, 2026

Entertainment

Ryan Gosling Chose Ghost Rider and That Changes Everything

San Diego Comic-Con 2026 delivered its usual parade of trailers and teases, but the Ghost Rider announcement landed differently than the rest. Ryan Gosling walked onto the Hall H stage…

Martha Ottonan July 28, 2026

Technology

Nvidia’s Half-Trillion Dollar OpenAI Backstop Is a Circular Financing Time Bomb

On paper, the numbers are intoxicating. Nvidia is negotiating a roughly $250 billion financing backstop so OpenAI can lease a 10-gigawatt AI campus in southern Ohio. SoftBank builds it. Japan…

Mark Grantt July 28, 2026

Entertainment

Miley Cyrus Honoured with Hollywood Star

Miley Cyrus, the talented actress and singer, and daughter of country music legend Billy Ray Cyrus, was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday. The…

Martha Ottonan May 23, 2026

Housing

South African Home Buyers Make Unexpected Lifestyle Switch

For years, South Africa's property trends have been dominated by city living, secure estates, and proximity to business districts. However, a subtle shift is underway, with more buyers looking beyond…

Martha Ottonan May 22, 2026

Entertainment

Stephen Colbert Bids Farewell as ‘The Late Show’ Comes to a Close

The final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert aired on Thursday night, bringing an end to the highly successful late-night show's eleven-year run. Stephen Colbert, who turned 62…

Martha Ottonan May 22, 2026

Entertainment

Londie London Breaks Silence on Solitary Pregnancy Journey

Londie London, a musician and podcaster, recently opened up about her lonely pregnancy journey during the first episode of her reality TV show, Life with Londie London, which aired on…

Martha Ottonan May 22, 2026

Housing

Cape Town to Redevelop Parking Lot

The City of Cape Town's Mayoral Committee has given the green light to plans to transform a municipal parking lot in the central business district into a mixed-use site, which…

Martha Ottonan May 21, 2026

Entertainment

Johannes Radebe Joins Strictly Come Dancing Team

South African-born dancer Johannes Radebe is all set to make history on British television. He has been confirmed as one of the new hosts of the BBC's popular entertainment show,…

Martha Ottonan May 20, 2026

Music

Ntokozo Mbambo, Nqubeko Mbatha celebrate 18 years of marriage

Gospel Power Couple Celebrates 18 Years Of Marriage Ntokozo Mbambo and Nqubeko Mbatha, a well-known gospel power couple, recently celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary. On 18 May, they expressed their…

Mark Grantt May 20, 2026

Entertainment

Nirvana Nokwe Alleges Sexual Violation by Bonko Khoza on ‘Red Ink’ Set

Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku Opens Up About Sexual Violation on Set South African actress Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku has spoken out about a disturbing experience she had on the set of Showmax's Red Ink.…

Martha Ottonan May 18, 2026

Entertainment

Vuyokazi and Young Stunna Unveil Luxe New Homes in Stunning Style

Television personality Vuyokazi Nciweni and musician Young Stunna have recently showcased their stylish homes on social media, and their fans are loving every minute of it! Vuyokazi Nciweni's Stunning New…

Martha Ottonan May 17, 2026

Housing

Ngizwe Mchunu’s home burnt down, he speaks out

Ngizwe Mchunu's Home Targeted in Suspected Arson Attack Ngizwe Mchunu's rural homestead in Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal, was burnt down, sparking widespread sympathy from the public. The incident has drawn support from…

Martha Ottonan May 14, 2026

Housing

West Coast town shines with affordable sea views

Velddrif, a quaint fishing village situated along the Berg River estuary, is becoming an attractive option for home buyers seeking an affordable coastal lifestyle within reach of Cape Town. Located…

Martha Ottonan May 14, 2026

Music

Black Coffee performs at ancient Roman amphitheater

Black Coffee's Electrifying Performance in France Grammy Award-winning artist Black Coffee has done it again, with his recent performance in France being a testament to his incredible talent. The ancient…

Mark Grantt May 14, 2026

Music

Oscar Mbo Faces Backlash for Filming Ahead of Mother’s Funeral

Social media users have expressed outrage over a video posted by music producer and DJ Oscar Mbo, showing himself getting ready for his mother's funeral over the Mother's Day weekend.…

Mark Grantt May 14, 2026

Music

Atlanta Man Jailed for Swiping Unreleased Beyoncé Tracks

Kelvin Evans Sentenced for Stealing Beyoncé's Unreleased Music Kelvin Evans, a 41-year-old man from Atlanta, has been sentenced to two years in prison and three years on probation for breaking…

Mark Grantt May 14, 2026

Music

Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame

Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame Janet Jackson was present to receive a plaque when her iconic album Rhythm Nation 1814 was inducted into the…

Mark Grantt May 14, 2026

Music

Rihanna, A$AP Rocky in Met Gala spat?

It seems like all is not well in paradise for celebrity power couple Rihanna and A$AP Rocky. In a couple of viral videos, the pair appeared to be arguing at…

Mark Grantt May 11, 2026

Housing

Cape Town’s New GrandWest Mall Worth Millions

A brand new shopping hub, GandWest Mall, is set to open its doors in Cape Town's Goodwood suburb later next year. Goodwood is already home to GrandWest Casino and Entertainment…

Martha Ottonan May 11, 2026

Entertainment

Musa Mseleku’s Stepson Pays Tribute to MaSaule on Mother’s Day

Lungelo Saule, the stepson of Uthando Nes'thembu's Musa Mseleku, paid tribute to his late mother, Sindi Gloria Saule, affectionately known as MaSaule, on Mother's Day. His touching message described her…

Martha Ottonan May 11, 2026

Music

Backstreet Boys Debut 30 Years Ago

The Backstreet Boys, a popular 90s boyband, have shown their staying power in the music industry over the past 30 years. They were the soundtrack to many teenage girls' lives…

Mark Grantt May 7, 2026

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