A filmmaker's hospital wristband had the internet doing a double-take. Kiran Rao shared pictures from a recent hospital stay for an appendix surgery. Her wristband listed her name as Kiran Aamir Rao Khan. She posted the images on Instagram with a note about her treatment and recovery. The filmmaker was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai.
Rao expressed gratitude for the medical team led by Doctor Kayomarz Kapadia. She thanked friends and family for their support during her stay. She mentioned an allergic reaction that caused temporarily swollen lips. Rao confirmed she has been discharged and is recovering at home.
Kiran Rao and actor Aamir Khan married in 2005 and announced their separation in 2021. They continue to co-parent their son...
A radio host got benched after a viral family fight video. Gagasi FM announced Felix Hlophe, host of the weekday show The Uplifting, is taking a temporary break from broadcasting. This follows a video that spread online showing a heated argument between Hlophe and his wife on Christmas Eve. The station stated the break allows him to address personal matters. The show will continue with fill-in hosts Sallymoona and Lindi Sibiya.
Hlophe acknowledged the incident in a statement but denied that any physical violence occurred. Public reaction has been divided, with some calling for his suspension and others supporting him. The video reportedly showed an argument over children's Christmas clothes. The station emphasized its commitment to...
This guy straight-up stole a phone in broad daylight at a fancy restaurant. Police are hunting for a thief who snatched a woman's mobile device at the entrance of Kream Restaurant in Brooklyn, Pretoria. The suspect fled in a white Toyota Corolla with the registration plate HD 23 TZ GP. Security camera footage of the incident has gone viral. The brazen theft has sparked a public manhunt and raised concerns about safety in busy public spaces.
The video clearly shows a man in casual clothes grabbing the phone from the victim's hands before running to the getaway car. Police are investigating this as a robbery and are reviewing additional footage. They have appealed for public help to locate the vehicle or identify the suspect. The...
Cops are hunting for a teenage girl's killer after a Christmas Day discovery. Police in the Eastern Cape launched a manhunt for those who murdered sixteen-year-old Linomtha Skeyi. Her body was found in an open field in Joza, Makhanda. She was last seen alive two days earlier. The South African Police Service in the Sarah Baartman District is investigating the violent death. This case has caused widespread outrage, highlighting violence against young women in South Africa. The community is planning a candlelight vigil to honour Linomtha and another young woman recently killed in the same town.
Linomtha was a learner known for her kindness and academic dedication. Her family and neighbors searched for her before the tragic discovery...
Fireworks are pure terror for animals. The NSPCA warns that loud fireworks cause extreme distress and fatal injuries to pets and wildlife, especially around New Year's Eve. They urge people to consider quieter alternatives to prevent trauma. Shelters across South Africa typically see a huge influx of lost and injured animals following fireworks displays. The organization advises keeping pets secure at home with updated identification.
The unexpected flashes and bangs trigger panic, leading animals to bolt and hurt themselves. NSPCA spokesperson Samantha Stelli noted the prolonged, unpredictable nature of fireworks compared to passing storms. This can result in broken bones, cuts, or death as animals crash through windows or run into...
Angry locals are blocking roads over illegal mines under their houses. Residents of Ga-Nkoana in Limpopo are protesting against dangerous illegal mining, known as zama-zama activity, which involves tunneling beneath homes and the R37 road. The community, part of the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality in the Sekhukhune district, demands urgent government action. They report damage like cracks in walls from vibrations and fear structural collapses. The protests highlight widespread issues of environmental damage and health hazards linked to these unauthorized operations.
The illegal mining causes soil and water pollution from chemicals like mercury. It also increases community risks like sinkholes and higher crime rates. Protesters want...
A food charity just moved over a million rand worth of groceries to hungry families. SA Harvest raised about 1.4 million rand through its Buckets of Nutrition campaign. This effort provided food relief to roughly fourteen hundred vulnerable families. The aid reached people in Nelson Mandela Bay and other Eastern Cape communities. This was the campaign's third year running. It specifically addresses the holiday hunger gap when schools are closed. Children often miss their daily meals from the National School Nutrition Programme during this time. The Eastern Cape faces severe food insecurity due to high unemployment and living costs.
Each bucket contains staple foods and basic household necessities. The initiative works through trusted...
A soldier is still missing after a river swallowed his patrol vehicle. The South African National Defence Force member vanished on Christmas Day when floodwaters on the Komati River swept away his military vehicle near the Mozambique border. His fellow soldier's body was found the next day. The search operation in Mpumalanga now involves helicopters, drones, and divers from multiple agencies, including the SANDF and South African Police Service. Efforts are focused on the Komati River near Komatipoort.
The multi-agency team is battling tough conditions like strong currents and dense bush. They are using aerial scans and underwater checks to cover a wide area downstream. This incident highlights the dangers SANDF personnel face during...
A house collapse killed three people, including kids, in Soweto. A double-storey home in Doornkop, Soweto, fell down, trapping six people inside. Three victims died: a 35-year-old woman, a ten-year-old girl, and a three-year-old girl. Three others survived: a 60-year-old woman, a 28-year-old woman, and a six-year-old boy. Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson ordered the Council for the Built Environment to investigate immediately. They are looking at possible professional negligence or bad construction work. Johannesburg Emergency Management Services led the rescue effort, pulling all victims from the rubble.
The council will work with groups like the Engineering Council of South Africa. They want to know if the...
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