We all know Downton Abbey’s Charlie Carson. He’s the head of the house. He’s the head of the vibe. And he’s loyal, to the end. And so, on this Friday afternoon, we present a tribute post of love and homage to the man with the voice. 1 2 – He is hip 3 […]
We LIKE this. A new Facebook online store has been developed encouraging their US users to buy and send gifts with just a click of a button. Remembering birthdays used to be a daunting experience until these guys came along, and now they making something like purchasing wine just as easy.
Asteroid 2012 D14 is set to bypass earth this afternoon. Scientists estimate the asteroid to be half the size of a football field and could experience “violent tremours” due to earth’s gravitational pull. There is even the possibility of the asteroid interrupting telecommunications when it passes. The asteroid will pass 27 680 km away from […]
In pre-school we were all taught what sounds certain animals make. A cow moos, a horse nays, a cat meows, and so on. But what they failed to teach us was that goats sound scarily like humans. Seriously. That was terrifying. [Source: Gawker]
When last week’s episode ended with Kagiso’s crew walking out on him in the midst of one of his little tirades, I was convinced this week’s episode would take us back to the look & feel of Episode 1. I was expecting silly physical humour. Boy was I wrong. The second last episode of Kagiso’s […]
Remember this guy? For those of you who were born in the last 12 months, here’s a brief catch-up. There once was a Mr South Africa 2011 candidate named Adriaan Bergh. In order to promote his profile and garner votes, he produced this video – which was totally sincere, by the way. Mr South Africa […]
Ever year, four schools behind the boerewors curtain in Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs and outlying districts gather for a day of sporting and cultural competition. Of course, one of those contests is in school cheerleading. Known as the MTBS, the day sees DF Malan, Stellenberg, Tygerberg and Bellville highschools pitted against each other in a […]
That’s correct, it’s called the Harlem Shake. And it’s a thing. And boy, has it escalated quickly. The Harlem Shake is a dance style developed in New York, and involves lifting one shoulder, pivoting, and lifting the opposite shoulder in quick succession. Thus: Electronic musician, Bauuer published his “Harlem Shake” track in May of 2012. […]
Five year old boy, Liam (whose surname was not published) is the first to test a prosthetic hand created by a 3D printer. He was unfortunately born with no fingers on his right hand. Liam’s hand is “powered via cables and return bungees” and will save him the prospect of having fingers transplanted by surgery. […]
Paris Saint-Germain’s newest edition, David Beckham takes the lead, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels director Guy Richie takes the reigns and Foster The People’s “Don’t Stop” is the soundtrack to this rad advert which resembles a film short. Apart from the noteworthy collaboration, did you see Beck’s little bum clench at the end of […]
Kelly Slater’s career is definitely not winding down. In fact, things might very well just be warming up. The world famous surfer now wants to build an “endless wave pool” for surfing. The Kelly Slater Wave Co. says the proposed doughnut-shaped pool will be able to produce guaranteed surfable waves and will be the center of […]
Google set up new offices in Tel Aviv at the end of last year, putting any other cool office layout you have ever seen to shame. Going to work takes on a whole new meaning when you can spend your time in office space like this. Trees, picnic tables and a super tube are just […]
One of the few things pretty much everyone in the world knows about Jamaica is that it produced Bob Marley, who sported the world’s most famous dreadlocks and also made some music you may be familiar with. Kagiso’s decided to get serious about his little Jamaican documentary and so he’s taken his crew to the […]
Introducing the Bluetooth Audio Receiver, which effortlessly connects your music sources to one another. As long as your hi-fi / Docking station / boombox has an AUX-in port, it can become a bluetooth hotspot.
Finally, the world’s first point-and-shoot 3D camera! While it’s not a conventional camera, if you can use a point-and-shoot Nikon we are told that you’ll find the Lynx even easier to use. Instead of 2D images, the ‘Lynx A’ produces 3D models of whatever you point it at. Although it’s the size of a laptop […]
As Anthony Kiedis takes to the spotlight this evening, we thought we’d bring the topic of his tattoos to the table. Even if you’re in the golden circle tonight, you’re still not going to be close enough to see the detail that makes up his numerous pieces of body art. Here’s a helpful guide, so […]
No one actually watches the Super Bowl for the futball, do they? For your viewing pleasure, please enjoy our selection of favourite TV ads and movie trailers from Super Bowl 2o13. 1. Every year Dorito’s runs a competition called the “Crash the Super Bowl Contest”. This year, their Goat 4 Sale ad came in at […]
For once the famous Cape Town wind was appreciated when as many as 5 000 spectators gathered in Big Bay yesterday, along the West Coast, to watch the world’s 16 best kiteboarders and eight wildcards take to the sea and of course, the air. The extreme competition – returning after a seven year hiatus – wowed the crowds […]
Everyone deserves a holiday, and we know a place. Meandering through the Natal Midlands and staying at a four star country home can be a costly affair. But with this deal, you and your partner stay at The Bend Country House for two nights, for a paltry R1 190! Seriously? That’s less than R300 “pps”. […]
A European Union study published recently illustrates that any illegal “recreational” drug can be bought online and can be delivered directly to you by post. No need to venture outside – front door delivery will make your accidental overdose that much more enjoyable. Europol director Rob Wainwright said, The consumers may feel that it is ‘cleaner’ […]
This photo of billionaire internet entrepreneur, Mark Zuckerberg (or someone bearing a strong resemblance) surfaced on the web this morning. Front and centre of the dance floor, is a loved up Zucks in his grey shirt and jeans getup, who appears to have had a raving time, sweating up a storm to a set by […]
I’ve been waiting weeks and finally it’s here: in Episode 7 of Kagiso’s Island of Treasure, Kagiso Lediga finally goes head to head with Jamaican Olympian Yohan “The Beast” Blake! I’ve been hoping for weeks that he’d be bringing his sharpest one-liners to this particular interview and he doesn’t disappoint in this extended interview. Yohan […]
In a classic case of ‘self fulfilling prophecy,’ a pizza restaurant owner in Pretoria was hit in the face by a woman after he called her ‘white trash.’ A stunning trade of blows followed, as we are reminded exactly why we avoid this sort.
Over 15% of respondents to a British online survey conducted BroadBandChoices.co.uk by admit that over-use of their smart phone while lying in bed is probably killing their sex life. Not ideal, but then again, if you own a smart phone and ever had someone in your bed, you’ve probably had to resist the urge to […]
The United States’ latest mass shooting tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut, has thrown the issue of gun control into sharp relief once more. Gun control remains one of the most hotly contested topics in the US, often dividing pro-gun Republican and anti-gun Democrat constituencies in local and national elections. The Second Amendment of the United States […]
Back in the day, before really good computer programmes, scientists had much less to go on when they made predictions about the future. Sometimes, though, relying on what they had then was basically enough.
It turns out Nelson Mandela’s medical team were not on board the plane that went down in the Drakensberg mountain region of South Africa. 11 people are reported dead. Click for more.
You can make big cash from a property like this. Apart from the prestige of having your own wine farm, this chunk of earth sports 10 luxury suites, conference facilities, wedding venue etc. You’ll be rolling in it… Check out these killer pics..
Inconsistencies in evidence that do not acquit Shrien Dewani, but rather raise many more questions than answers, have come to light recently.
With no fire station in St. Francis, volunteers could only do so much, before fire engulfed close to 100 homes this weekend. Click through for an aerial shot – taken the morning after.