Welcome to the age of empire
The South African government has navigated this period remarkably well. It has not capitulated to any of the stronger blocs, whilst retaining its dignity and independent views
Charlize Theron
Uber Glam: Celebrating 25 years of the SA Style Awards
What does it take (besides fine threads) to be a style icon in South Africa? SA Style Awards paints Jozi’s Hyde Park Corner red
Where to now, Trevor Noah?
Lihle Z Mtshali got a front-row seat to watch A-lister Trevor Noah’s penultimate hosting of The Daily Show – a gig that turned him into a superstar
International awards for local director
Pretoria born Rudolf Buitendach has filmed all over the work finding much acclaim for his gritty work.
Why the International #AIDS2016 Conference is so important and why it still matters
More than 18 000 delegates are descending on Durban, South Africa, for the International AIDS Conference from July 18.
Actress Charlize Theron rocks Aids Conference opening ceremony with powerful speech
Charlize Theron blew away the 18 000+ delegates at the International Aids conference opening ceremony with an impassioned speech about HIV/Aids.
Rebellion no longer futile (in the movies, at least)
Modern rebellion is spectacular, it is feminist, and it is led by Charlize Theron.
Why do Hollywood stars play leads in South African stories?
A host of international productions are being filmed on our shores, but even the tales of Nelson Mandela’s life were played by foreign actors.
Charlize Theron on Madiba: ‘I am saddened to the depths of my soul’
From Tiger Woods to Charlize Theron and Bantu Holomisa, personalities have on Twitter commemorated the life of Nelson Mandela.
SA is winning on Aids, Zuma – now help the rest of Africa do it too
Charlize Theron’s visit with President Jacob Zuma had a hidden agenda – to convince him that SA should lead UNAids’s HIV campaign in Africa.
Zuma lauds Theron’s WEF crystal award
President Jacob Zuma has congratulated South Africa-born actress Charlize Theron for scooping the World Economic Forum’s crystal award.
Inner dark
FUTURISTIC MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Shaun de Waal reviews: <em>The Road</em>, an analysis of what makes or keeps us human that cuts to the very bone.
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Charlize Theron rapped over Mandela auction
Charlize Theron auctioned off a meeting with Nelson Mandela without getting permission from the Nelson Mandela Foundation, a media report said.
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Charlize Theron out to spread UN message of peace
Charlize Theron is the latest UN messenger of peace, turning her fame to ending violence against women and girls around the globe.
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Bearable lightness
MOVIES OF THE WEEK: Shaun de Waal reviews Will Smith’s new film, Hancock, as well as Get Smart.
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Jake White and Boks named Newsmaker of the Year
Former Springbok coach Jake White and his World Cup-winning side have been named Newsmaker of the Year for 2007, the National Press Club said on Monday. ”This award is made on the grounds of impact, news value and media attention, both print and electronic,” the club’s chairperson, Patrick Hlahla, said.
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Writers recruit Hollywood stars for silent protests
Some of the biggest actors in Hollywood are to support striking writers in a series of internet downloads due to debut on Thursday. The cast list for the 21 spots, which range in length from a few seconds to several minutes, reads like a who’s who of liberal Hollywood.
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The movie has landed and US basks in the moonglow
On Wednesday, four former lunar astronauts will be guest stars at a gala Manhattan premiere for a remarkable cinematic celebration of their achievement, In the Shadow of the Moon, by British director David Sington. The film has generated rave reviews in the United States and has triggered widespread national interest.
