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What is the furthest you’ve ever run? Five kilometresat your local Parkrun? Further than that? Can you imagine running 42.2 kilometresin a full marathon? It seems like an impossibly long way to go. Yet every year millions of ordinary people with full schedules and busy jobs cross the finish line and achieve just that.

Taking on a marathon is a tough ask. There’s weeks of training filled with early mornings, sore feet, and aching muscles. And that’s all before you even line up on race day. The obvious question is why anyone would willingly choose to do something so difficult. (more…)

February is officially the month of love and a time when flowers are given as tokens of affection and appreciation. We take a look at the power of flowers and their meaning so you can give the perfect gift this Valentine’s Day. 

It’s believed the custom of gifting flowers on 14 February has its roots in the 18^thcentury where floral bouquets were often sent to pass along specific non-verbal messages thanks to each flower having its own unique meaning. Today, roses remain a firm favourite for the occasionand estimates suggest that some 250 million blooms are grown in preparation for Valentine’s Day – and that’s just in the United States alone.  (more…)

In the frenetic, crazy digital world we live in technology is everywhere. Quite literally. Think about our always-on smartphones, streams of emails, social media feeds – and instead of being helpful technology can often feel like one giant distraction.

Switching off and opting out completely on a remote island isn’t possible, but there are some smart ways to use tech to boost our wellbeing and productivity – including an assortment of clever apps. Here are some of our faves… (more…)

As the festive season draws tantalisingly closer and our calendars fill with gatherings, parties and celebrations, everyone needs a little conversation starter or two. Here are some surprising facts, stories and legends behind our favourite holiday. (more…)

Summertime is a wonderful season to gather with friends and family. Schedules are more open, days are longer, and all of us feel more relaxed and social.

If you’re lucky, entertaining is as easy and natural as a stroll along the beach. If you’re not so lucky, planning even the smallest bring ‘n braai can be bit stressful.

If it’s your turn to host, here are some tips to keep it simple and stress free: (more…)

Spring has finally sprung! As the holiday season gets tantalisingly closer, it’s time to ditch some of those bad habits and spring into health. Sometimes no matter how much we want to make healthier choices, there simply aren’t enough hours in a day. Luckily, we’ve got some easy peasy ways to get you summer ready and feeling fab in no time… (more…)

The kitchen really is the heart of the home. It’s where families gather at the end of a busy day, where friends catch up, where stories are shared and memories are made. Luckily, the kitchen can also be transformed into a delicious extension of any garden.

The concept of growing food in the kitchen is certainly not new and dates all the back to the Renaissance, where it’s believed colourful edible flowers were first used alongside fresh herbs and vegetables with stunning results. (more…)

This August South Africa commemorates Women’s Month as a tribute to the 20,000 women from all walks of life who joined together in a historic march to the Union Buildings in 1956.

Fast forward to 2018 and there are dozens of ways you can celebrate this important occasion. Here are some of our favourites:

• Support a worthy cause

There are so many wonderful organisations and charities that do incredible work aimed at empowering women. If you have some free time consider lending a helping hand by volunteering or making a cash donation. Every little bit helps to make a difference.  (more…)

With shorter days and long chilly nights, you’re definitely not alone in longing for the return of summer.  If you have slight case of the winter blues then Mall of the North is ready to make you smile because we’re inviting you to indulge the senses at our Just Imagine Arts and Photo Fair from 20 to 22 July. (more…)

Father’s Day is celebrating its 108th anniversary this year on 17 June and it all began when a young woman decided her dad was simply the best.

Now celebrated worldwide in recognition of the important contribution fathers and father figures make in the lives of their children, families and society, the origin of this special day begins with the heartwarming story of Sonora Smart Dodd’s quest to make sure the world knew her dad was a hero. According to the history books, young Sonora came up with the idea tohonourher father while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in church. After Sonora’s mother passed away, her fatherWilliam Jackson Smart, an American Civil War veteran, had taken responsibility of singlehandedly raising a newborn baby and his other five children. Sonora’s tireless campaigning finally paid off and the first officially documented Father’s Day celebration saw hundreds of young women and children hand red roses and other gifts to their fathers – ensuring dads everywhere got their own day to receive a little love and appreciation for all that they do. (more…)