App Shows You When SA Shopping Centres Are Most And Least Busy
When it comes to shopping, especially in the midst of a pandemic, I favour a ‘get in and get out’ approach. This app will help you avoid the crowds.
Health Ministry Clears Up Confusion Over Entire Country Moving To Alert Level 3
Finally! Following confusion yesterday evening and for most of today, South Africans have clarity about June 1 and moving to alert level 3.
COVID-19 And Sex Workers – What Happens Now?
There’s one industry, often on the fringes of society, that is suffering during the pandemic, costing millions of people their livelihoods.
One In 200 – The Cape’s Hotspots Are Getting Worse
As the extent of the COVID-19 outbreak in the Cape becomes clearer, some confusion around what will happen on June 1 remains.
Staggering Wealth Gains From World’s Richest People During Pandemic
The super-rich seem to be amassing more and more wealth as economies tank around the world.
Here’s What Happens If Someone Dies Of COVID-19 In Your House
Yesterday, health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize signed off on new regulations regarding the handling of coronavirus deaths at home.
Drinking, Smoking, Exercise – Chinese Tracking App Is Straight Out Of Sci-Fi Movie
The Chinese government has come under scrutiny for its use of citizen surveillance techniques in recent years, but this app is taking things to the next level.
Tuesday Morning Spice
Glenda Gray row twists and turns. Branson’s rocket fails. Austrian president breaks lockdown rules. Land expropriation slowed by pandemic. Brian May’s buttock injury. Emily’s bikini.
Why ‘Jaws’ Is The Film That Best Sums Up The Coronavirus Pandemic
As we navigate the coronavirus pandemic, a number of people have turned to the movie ‘Jaws’ as a point of comparison.
The Influencer Who Offered To Sell Her Virginity For COVID-19
An Instagram influencer has had to do damage control after she faked wanting to auction off her virginity on Instagram.
Haiti’s Coronavirus Response Involves Voodoo And Potions
With Western medicine expensive and in short supply, and voodoo practised by an estimated 50% of Haiti’s 11 million people, the country could be in for a rough ride ahead.
Sweden’s ‘Herd Immunity’ Approach Isn’t Really Working Out Thus Far
Sweden was hoping that herd immunity would be the answer to the COVID-19 pandemic, but thus far, things don’t seem to be going according to plan.
Now You Can Eat With This Horrific Face Mask [Video]
Consuming food and drink with a mask on poses obvious problems but then again so does a weird robot mouth likely to terrify everyone around you.
Cape Hospitals Prepare For ‘The Horror’ To Begin
Your friend on Facebook might think the coronavirus is nothing to worry about, but doctors and healthcare workers at some of Cape Town’s hospitals will disagree.
1,2% Of Western Cape COVID-19 Cases Are Staff At Tygerberg Hospital
As many as 150 hospital staff have tested positive for COVID-19 at Tygerberg Hospital.
Did The Spanish Flu Really Kill More Than 300 000 South Africans In Just Two Years?
Africa Check looked into Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma’s claims that more than 300 000 South Africans died from the Spanish Flu.
The Downsides To Your Homemade Mask And Scarf Vibe [Video]
Yes, wearing a mask can help limit the spread of COVID-19, but not all masks are created equal.
What The Coronavirus Really Looks Like Under A Microscope [Images]
Elizabeth Fischer’s work with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has seen her capture, and create, dramatic images of the dangerous pathogen.
The ‘Riddle’: Daily Maverick Digs Deep Into Why Western Cape Has Such High COVID-19 Numbers
The latest COVID-19 stats for the country show the Western Cape accounted for 11 262 of the country’s total 18 003 cases, which is more than 60%, and the same is true for the death toll.
“Potentially Destructive” – Mkhize Hits Back At SA Scientist Who Criticised Lockdown
Professor Glenda Gray’s comments regarding the lockdown raised eyebrows over the weekend. Now Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has come out swinging.
Harrowing Doccie Takes You Inside Italy’s COVID-19 War [Video]
A new groundbreaking documentary, ‘Inside Italy’s COVID War’, takes you behind the scenes at Cremona Hospital during the height of the coronavirus crisis.
Dogs Could Be Trained To Sniff Out COVID-19 [Video]
Researchers are confident that dogs could be trained to detect the coronavirus in people, even if they’re asymptomatic.
Cape Town’s Coronavirus Outbreak Cracks The Washington Post
The city accounts for around 10% of Africa’s confirmed coronavirus cases, but the reasons for this are more complex than shouting about the Sea Point promenade.
Latest SA Coronavirus Death Toll Projection Makes For Very Disturbing Reading [Video]
According to projections by the SA COVID-19 modelling consortium, consisting of scientists and experts advising the government, South Africa will see a huge spike in coronavirus deaths by November.
100 Countries Gunning For China As Investigation Calls Grow
There are many countries that are going to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic with their reputations tarnished. China is certainly one of them.
This ‘Tactical Beer Response Unit’ Is Bringing Pints To The People
Bars are closed in London, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t grab a pint from your local ‘tactical beer response unit’.
Here Are The SA Districts Least Likely To Downgrade To Alert Level 3
Analysis by the Department of Health has revealed the districts in SA hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Karoo Could Become Post-Coronavirus Tourism Hotspot
When South Africans are once again allowed to travel recreationally, the Karoo could become a “low-viral tourism” hotspot.
John Oliver’s Latest Coronavirus Segment Looks At Sports [Video]
In his latest ‘Last Week Tonight’ segment, John Oliver once again looked at the coronavirus, but with a particular focus on sport.
Monday Morning Spice
Ciggie ban a “spectacular failure”. Free State audit shocker. SARS tax changes. Boris’ popularity plummets. Black market haircuts. Michael Bublé death threats. Ricky Gervais on ‘overprivileged celebs’.