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  • Babes Wodumo gains access to Mampintsha’s phone

    Babes Wodumo gains access to Mampintsha’s phone

    Babes Wodumo checks Mampintsha’s phone Babes Wodumo expresses excitement upon gaining access to her late husband, Mandla Mampintsha’s phone. In a video shared on Facebook, the Gqom star claimed to have gotten the password to Mandla’s phone

    Babes Wodumo and Mampintsha

    The news stirred lots of people and triggered mixed reactions as it is believed that hell will be let loose should Wodumo reveal names of female celebs and other women who disturbed her husband before he died
    A few months before Mampintsha died, Babes Wodumo accused him of defrauding and cheating her.

    “When I log into his Instagram, I see the messages he sends to other female celebrities that I know, some of them have told him to stop it because they know he is married to me. Then he brushes them off by giving them compliments. He sends them the fire emojis and flirts with them, which is so embarassing,” she said.

    “He is hurting me both at work and at home. When I fire these girls and get new dancers, he does the same even with those ones.”

    Source: Fakazanews

    In other news – Nadia Nakai speaks highly of DJ Zinhle

    Nadia Nakai spoke highly of her boyfriend, AKA’s ex-lover, DJ Zinhle, during a recent interview with OKMzansi.

    Nadia Nakai

    Bragga and DJ Zinhle have a peaceful relationship despite having AKA between them. The rapper says she feels no bad energy from Zinhle despite being the baby mama of her lover. Learn more

  • Longwe Twala returns to drugs

    Longwe Twala returns to drugs

    Longwe Twala is back on drugs a few months after being discharged from a rehabilitation center for drug abuse. Legendary musician Sello ‘Chicco’ Twala is said to have given up on his son, Longwe, as he has been taken to the rehabilitation center a couple of times.
    Longwe is involved in the murder trial of the late Senzo Meyiwa, and he was also featured in the documentary.

    Longwe Twala

    He was in the house when Senzo was gunned down years ago, as he was romantically involved with Kelly Khumalo’s sister, Zandie Khumalo.

    Longwe Twala

    Speaking about Longwe’s struggles with drugs, a source revealed to Zimoja that, “Nobody knows what happened to him to ditch his home and go back to drugs. His family, especially his father Chicco is devasted

    Source: Fakazanews

    In other news – Cindy Makhathini – Be the art that no one understands

    Cindy Makhathini – Be the art that no one understands.

    Cindy Makhathini

    The social media influencer and socialite is not stopping since last year she has been taking these nawty pictures and her fans love her every day. Learn more

  • Leicester City 0 – 1 Fulham

    Leicester City 0 – 1 Fulham

    Fulham continued their fine form as Aleksandar Mitrovic’s first-half finish was enough to see off Leicester City at the King Power Stadium.

    The striker chested down Willian’s cross before firing home from close range in the 17th minute to help the Cottagers win their third successive match since the Premier League returned after the World Cup break.

    Leicester almost leveled through Youri Tielemans, who smashed an 80th-minute effort against the crossbar.

    Ayoze Perez also went close for the Foxes, failing to convert a Tielemans cross, while Fulham keeper Bernd Leno made an important stop to deny Harvey Barnes.

    Leicester, who was greeted with boos at the full-time whistle, fell to a third defeat on the bounce and remain three points above the bottom three in the 13th.

    Fulham’s latest win means they now sit on 28 points in seventh place – and in a Europa Conference League spot.

    In their last two Premier League campaigns they went down with 26 points in 2018-19 and 28 in 2020-21.

    But relegation fights feel like a thing of the past for Marco Silva’s men, who had the first chance through Willian’s curling shot.

    The Brazilian then set up Mitrovic, whose opener was his second goal in three games and 11th of the campaign to equal his season’s best in the top flight.

    The only blot on the Serbian’s record was a 78th-minute yellow card for a foul on Barnes, which will rule him out of Fulham’s next league match with Chelsea next Thursday.

    Fulham had a chance to double their lead in injury time but Harry Wilson scuffed his shot narrowly wide when one-on-one with Leicester keeper Danny Ward.

    While Fulham has shone since the resumption, Leicester’s form has been dull, even if they were unfortunate in their defeat to Liverpool last time out.

    Having gone behind, the Foxes grew into this match with Jamie Vardy and Marc Albrighton having decent chances before the break.

    Barnes was denied in the second half by Leno when through on goal, while Vardy, Tielemans, and Perez all could have gained a morale-boosting point for their side.

    Leicester though fell to a third home defeat in a row without scoring for the first time since 1983.

    Brendon Rodgers’ team also finished the game down on two key midfielders, with Boubakary Soumare suffering a hamstring injury in the first half and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall injured in the warm-up.

    Both sides are in FA Cup third-round action on Saturday with Leicester at League Two Gillingham and Fulham visiting Championship side Hull City.

    source – BBC

  • Everton 1 – 4 Brighton

    Everton 1 – 4 Brighton

    Brighton piled the pressure on Everton manager Frank Lampard with an emphatic victory at Goodison Park.

    Kaoru Mitoma gave the Seagulls the lead with a composed finish after Moises Caicedo picked out the Japan winger on the edge of the penalty area.

    The Toffees, who were fortunate not to fall further behind when teenager Evan Ferguson struck the outside of the post, were booed off at half-time.

    But they fell apart completely after the restart as Brighton scored three goals in a remarkable six-minute spell early in the second half.

    Ferguson, making his full Premier League debut, sidefooted Jeremy Sarmiento’s low cross into the top corner before turning provider for Solly March to drill home the Seagulls’ third.

    Idrissa Gueye’s atrocious backpass was then easily intercepted by Pascal Gross, who coolly beat Jordan Pickford with a chipped finish.

    Demarai Gray converted a late penalty for Everton, but it was nothing more than a consolation on a miserable evening for the hosts and their supporters.

    The final whistle was greeted by more boos from the home fans, who have seen their team win only one of their past 10 top-flight games.

    Everton could drop into the Premier League’s bottom three on Wednesday if other results go against them, while Brighton moves back up to eighth.

    Lampard had called on his Everton players to show the same work ethic and desire that earned them an impressive point at Manchester City on New Year’s Eve, but they were comfortably second best in the first half at Goodison Park before folding feebly in the second.

    The Toffees started the game on the front foot, Alex Iwobi forcing a fine one-handed save out of Robert Sanchez before Tom Davies shot straight at the Brighton goalkeeper from range.

    But the hosts failed to heed the warning signs when Mitoma headed wide from an excellent position at the other end, then soon fell behind when the 25-year-old cut inside Conor Coady and calmly fired past Pickford.

    If Everton fans were hoping for an improved second-half showing they were left bitterly disappointed as Ferguson, March and Gross proceeded to rub salt into their wounds.

    The visitors could have won by an even greater margin but took their foot off the gas after Gross’ fourth, while Gray’s stoppage-time penalty was greeted only by a smattering of half-hearted cheers from the Everton supporters who had opted against leaving the ground early.

    Chants of “sack the board” were heard at full-time as Lampard’s side remain in a perilous position just above the bottom three.

    Newly crowned world champion Alexis Mac Allister was only fit enough for a place on the bench at Goodison Park, with Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi saying the decision not to start the Argentina midfielder was “best for his condition”.

    But Caicedo – who missed the 4-2 home defeat by Arsenal through suspension – produced a dominant display in midfield as the visitors bounced back from Saturday’s loss in style.

    Mitoma was a constant threat down Everton’s right, while Ferguson – who netted against the Gunners – capped another mature display with a finely taken goal to double the visitors’ lead.

    The 18-year-old Irishman is the youngest player to score in consecutive top-flight games since Federico Macheda for Manchester United in 2009.

    Victory at home to Liverpool in their next Premier League game on 14 January would lift the Seagulls above Jurgen Klopp’s side in the table.

    source – BBC

  • Arsenal 0 – 0 Newcastle United

    Arsenal 0 – 0 Newcastle United

    Newcastle United frustrated Premier League leaders Arsenal to earn a point with a dogged display at Emirates Stadium.

    Arsenal was hoping to extend their lead at the top of the table to 10 points but found themselves drawn into an attritional and dogged encounter by a Newcastle United side with top-four ambitions of their own.

    Chances were at a premium and Newcastle’s Joelinton arguably wasted the best of all when he headed wide with the goal at his mercy in first-half stoppage time.

    Arsenal went close through defender Gabriel and forward Gabriel Martinelli, who both sent headers narrowly off target, while Newcastle keeper Nick Pope made a crucial late save with his legs from Eddie Nketiah.

    The game descended into a scrappy affair with seven yellow cards and the deadlock remained unbroken, with Arsenal’s lead now eight points despite being held at home.

    It may only be early January but Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s frantic touchline behaviour perhaps gave an insight into the growing expectations surrounding the Gunners after their superb season so far.

    Arteta was on the edge of his technical area for so much of the night right until the end, confronting the fourth official Jarred Gillett when only five minutes were added on at the end then moving towards opposite number Eddie Howe after late penalty appeals were rejected before being ushered away.

    It certainly did not give off an air of calm when one was needed as Newcastle’s determined defensive approach and desire to drag Arsenal into a dogfight led to frustration all around.

    When Arteta calms down he can still assess a job being well done but this was a night when his Arsenal team ran into a formidable barrier in the shape of Newcastle, their work deteriorating after a bright start, although they still nearly snatched it at the end through Nketiah.

    Arsenal still has that eight-point lead, although Manchester City has a game in hand.

    It was never going to be all plain sailing for the Gunners and this was one of those occasions, the demeanor of Arteta reflecting what Newcastle will regard as a highly satisfactory outcome.

    source – BBC

  • Manchester United 3 – 0 Bournemouth

    Manchester United 3 – 0 Bournemouth

    Marcus Rashford scored again as Manchester United stretched their winning run in all competitions to six games with a comfortable victory over a hapless Bournemouth in the Premier League.

    The England international tapped into an empty net after a Bruno Fernandes pass to score in three successive Old Trafford league games for the first time.

    His goal rounded off the scoring after Casemiro latched onto a Christian Eriksen free-kick with a beautifully cushioned volley to put Erik ten Hag’s side ahead halfway through the first half.

    They doubled their lead four minutes into the second period as Luke Shaw, playing in his more accustomed left-back role again, swept home an Alejandro Garnacho cut-back to complete a beautiful free-flowing move.

    United had started slowly, having a lot of possession in their defensive third but, once they found the opener, a seventh successive home win in all competitions never felt in doubt.

    They stay fourth, but join third-placed Newcastle on 35 points, and, perhaps most importantly, have opened up a five-point cushion on fifth-placed Tottenham.

    Bournemouth, who failed to have a shot on target until the 57th minute, stay 15th, two points clear of the relegation places.

    It took time for £70m man Casemiro to make his mark at Old Trafford, with the 30-year-old not starting any of his first seven Premier League games after joining from Real Madrid.

    Questions were asked about whether he was a Ten Hag signing, but he has started the Reds’ past 10 Premier League games – a run which has seven wins and two draws, alongside a defeat at Aston Villa.

    His finish, a cushioned volley from seven yards, was a touch of class. He ghosted in behind the Bournemouth defense, opened his body, and steered Eriksen’s pinpoint cross from the left into the top corner.

    It broke the game open after a tentative start and that allowed Shaw to score a magnificent end-to-end goal. The England left-back started the move on the edge of his own box, before tucking home from the penalty spot.

    Rashford was then supplied with the easiest of finishes for his fourth goal in four games since the post-World Cup resumption.

    United host neighbours Man City in their next league game on 14 January and could end that game above their city rivals, which would be a strong indication of the improvement they are making under Ten Hag.

    source – BBC

  • US stand-up comic Kelly Monteith has died

    US stand-up comic Kelly Monteith has died

    Kelly Monteith, the US stand-up comic who also had his own BBC show, has died at the age of 80. Monteith’s death was announced on Tuesday by The Anglophile Channel, an LA production company which worked with him in recent years. He rose to fame in the UK after several appearances on The Des O’Connor Show.

    This led to his self-titled BBC series which ran for six series between 1979 and 1984. Monteith suffered a stroke in 2021 and died in Los Angeles on Sunday.

    Monteith was the one of the first American comedians to get his own show on the BBC. In America, he starred in two series on CBS called The Kelly Monteith Show and The Hit Squad.

    Actor Sanjeev Kohli paid tribute to the US comic on Twitter, writing: “Sad news about Kelly Monteith. Funny, personable & (like Dave Allen) way ahead of his time. Judging from the reaction on here he was a bigger influence than he ever knew.”

    Screenwriter and comedian Bennett Arron recalled: “A few years ago I said in an interview that, along with Morecambe and Wise, Tommy Cooper and my father, he was one of my favourite comedians. He heard about it, got in contact and thanked me.”

    Mark Braxton of the Radio Times said: “Very sad news about Kelly Monteith. His BBC series was a firm fixture of my early 80s viewing.”

    Monteith first made a name for himself on the US comedy circuit in the 1970s. He made more than 40 appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and Jay Leno as well as on The Late Show with David Letterman.

    Leno once described Monteith as a comedian who was “always extremely clever, extremely funny. One of the benchmarks. For those of us of a certain generation, Kelly was the guy”.

    Once he moved to the UK, Monteith appeared on Des O’Connor Tonight and Blankety Blank.

    After proving popular with the public with those appearances, Monteith was offered his own series by the BBC that ran for six seasons.

    Monteith was the one of the first American comedians to get his own BBC show, and co-wrote his self-titled series with Neil Shand.

    Source: BBC

  • Five tips for radiant beach-ready skin

    Five tips for radiant beach-ready skin

    Summer is generally a time for lazy beach days, sun-kissed skin (without the burn) and lovely long evenings enjoying good food and wine.

    Sadly, not all of those things are good for your skin. Amanda du-Pont, founder of skincare line Lelive, says that in the summer, hot temperatures, high humidity, extended sun exposure, and a change in diet could cause even normal skin to behave differently.

    To make matters worse, taking a refreshing swim in the pool or just unwinding in a cool room further contributes to skin dryness.

    “Caring for your skin and changing your regime as we move through the seasons should be a priority,” Du-Pont says. Du-Pont has five simple, practical, and efficient tips for maintaining flawless skin as summer progresses.

    1. Cleanse
    The best summer days are those that conclude with sweaty faces, tangled hair, and big smiles. Just remember to wash off the day’s adventures! In the evening, wash your face properly with a cleanser to remove all traces of SPF, sweat, and sea salt. Be thorough but gentle, especially if the heat has made your skin feel sensitive.
    Tip: Since the skin produces oil and sebum throughout the day, you should wash your face in the morning and at night.

    2. Moisturise
    During the summer, people frequently skip this step, especially those with oily skin. After cleansing, your skin needs to be moisturised. The skin’s outer layer, which is vulnerable to damage from UV radiation, dangerous contaminants, and chemicals, is shielded by moisturiser. The ideal moisturizer is one with an SPF.

    3. Use antioxidant-containing serums
    Applying serum is the one step in a daily skincare regimen that should not be skipped. The best face serums target a variety of skin issues at once and offer a highly concentrated, strong dose of active ingredients to the skin. Serums have the ability to transport smaller molecules deep within the skin, where they are most effective, whether they be antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, peptides, botanical agents, or any other number of components.

    4. Apply Sunscreen
    Whenever you are outside in the sun, bring sunscreen. Apply a generous amount of sunscreen to your face before going outside, particularly if you are wearing short sleeves and have tied your hair up, your hands and necks. Dermatologists and other professionals cannot stress enough how crucial broad-spectrum sunscreen is. Apply sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30, paying extra attention to your hands, feet, ears, and lips.
    Top Tip: Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours.

    5. Your summer wardrobe
    Whether you have oily skin or dry skin in the summer, denims, lace, velvet, and polyester should all be avoided. These materials could make you feel irritated, itchy, or make you sweat more. Embrace silks, cottons, and linens instead. These materials allow your skin to breathe, as necessary.

    In addition to the changes to your skincare line-up, du-Pont says that finding brands that support locally sourced ingredients with limited use of plastics will serve your skin better in the long run. “There are so many wonderful South African created products on the market boasting incredible local ingredients that do wonders for the skin.”

    Bonus Tip: The ideal summer skincare regimen begins internally so be sure you drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Your body stays hydrated and revitalized with water, which also helps to sustain the suppleness of your skin. People who consume a lot of water are less likely to develop scars, wrinkles, or soft lines, and they won’t age as quickly as people who consume less water.

    Source: People

    In other news – A guide to protecting your skin from pollution

    As cities are engulfed in smog and their air quality approaches hazardous levels, the pollutants will affect your skin if appropriate care is not taken.

    protecting your skin from pollution

     

    To rescue your skin from harsh pollutants, a team of sensitive skin experts from Cetaphil shares a few tips to ensure our skin doesn’t lose its nourishment. Learn more

  • The easiest six male grooming tips for the holiday season

    The easiest six male grooming tips for the holiday season

    The holidays are a time to relax and unwind. But, that doesn’t mean you skimp on your daily grooming routine. Hotter temperatures usually mean you sweat more which can leave you exposed to bacteria, while excessive sun exposure can lead to dry skin and even drier hair.
    With the right products and a slightly adapted grooming routine, you can feel your best and look irresistible this holiday season.

    Here’s how, courtesy of Clubman Pinaud.

    Cleanse regularly
    One of the most important steps in your summer routine is to cleanse your skin and beard thoroughly twice a day. Our skin gets sweaty in the heat, and sweat can get trapped in your beard, resulting in skin breakouts and bad odour. Gently massage your facial cleanser all over your skin and beard, and rinse thoroughly before applying a moisturising product.
    Moisturise your facial hair
    The warm weather and constant sun exposure can lead to dry facial hair, so it’s important to restore moisture by applying a nourishing balm every day.
    Shave with an oil
    Whether you’re removing all your facial hair, or just shaping your beard and moustache, we recommend using a shave oil this summer. An oil formula allows for more precise shaving as you can see better, and it provides the skin with a protective barrier to help avoid nicks and cuts.
    Apply an after-shave product
    If you’re going for a clean-shaven look this summer, you’ll probably shave regularly. To avoid irritation, redness, itching and dry skin, be sure to apply a good quality after-shave product to your skin after every shave.
    Bumps, be gone!
    No matter how carefully you shave, razor bumps can happen to anyone. Razor bumps take shape in the form of clusters of small, red, or dark bumps around hair follicles. The surrounding skin can also be red or inflamed. If you’re prone to razor bumps, you are likely to be prone to developing ingrown hairs too, which are not only painful but can lead to long-term scarring.
    Don’t forget to treat your skin
    Our skin is oilier during summer, and if not removed properly, the excess oil can clog pores, leading to breakouts and blackheads. Dissolve surface oils and keep your skin’s oil production under control with a weekly mask.

    Source: People

  • Here is why you need a scalp serum

    Here is why you need a scalp serum

    If you have great hair, even then you need hair products to maintain them. This is why choosing the correct goods to use during this season is crucial. Scalp serums are currently one of the most popular trends because of their capacity to effectively address hair issues from the inside out.

    You may get nourished and healthier hair by incorporating a scalp serum into your hair care routine without having to worry about product accumulation.

    A concentrated formulation, in every bottle

    The fact that serums boast a concentrated formulation of necessary chemicals, whether they are for the skin or the scalp, is one of their distinguishing characteristics. Typically, these compounds are made to address particular scalp issues, including as dryness, oiliness, dandruff, or limp hair. Science-based formulations typically go through a lengthy R&D process to be able to create medicines that are not only formulated with these concerns in mind, but also have the potential to produce noticeable improvements over time.

    Getting to work, right at the root

    One of the most important components that is sometimes disregarded when dealing with haircare issues is the roots. Hair care issues frequently begin at the roots before moving down to your tresses. For instance, there is a significant probability that the remainder of your hair may feel dryness if your roots are experiencing dryness. Scalp serums are applied directly at the roots, as their name suggests, and seek to nourish this area of your hair initially. Giving your roots the food they require will help your roots grow into healthier strands, which will affect the way your hair looks as well.

    Gives you the gloss, without the added product

    Many different factors can contribute to dry, sparsely textured hair, with scalp problems being one of the primary culprits. In order to maintain their hair in place and add shine over the holiday season, people who want to sport a new hairstyle frequently use creams and gels. However, using a lot of product to maintain the hair glossy can cause buildup, which makes the hair even more dry and damaged. With the aid of a scalp serum, you may improve the health of your hair and give it a natural shine without the need for extra cosmetics.

    Healthy hair, so people stop and stare

    Who doesn’t appreciate having better hair, particularly during the holidays? It’s crucial to have healthier hair that can survive the damage you are going to cause if you want to present your best hair and try out different looks for your soirees. It is usually advisable to apply a scalp serum following a hair wash to give your hair the love it needs, especially if you want to use heat, colour your hair, or use a considerable amount of product in it.

    Bid adieu to dandruff for good

    One of the most common scalp problems is dandruff, which is more common in the winter because of the dryness of the air and the lower temperatures. When the temperature drops, the scalp begins to dry out, which causes a layer of dead skin cells to shed. Similar to dandruff, excessive oil production on the scalp can cause bothersome dandruff that frequently requires immediate attention. Dandruff removal is one of the main purposes of scalp serums, and frequent usage of these products can provide a long-term fix for your hair issues.

    Despite being a novel product idea, scalp serums have a lot to offer that traditional hair care products might not be able to, particularly because they address problems at their source. Utilizing a high-quality scalp serum that has been created after careful research and development is crucial and can drastically change the look of your hair with regular application!

    Source: People