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Manu Dibango: African saxophone legend dies of Covid-19
The African saxophone legend Manu Dibango has died in Paris after catching coronavirus. Manu Dibango has died in Paris. Dibango – best known for his 1972 hit Soul Makossa – is one of the first global...
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Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian in war of words over leaked call
Taylor Swift says she feels “vindicated” after footage of her contentious 2016 phone call with Kanye West emerged online. Taylor Swift The tape shows that, although West sought Swift’s permission to...
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Pantry staples when self-isolating.
ZIMBABWE, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, once seemed to be a safe refuge from the novel coronavirus that began its journey in late December last year and spread rapidly across the world....
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The 30 richest rappers in the world 2020
WHO are the richest rappers in the world? Diddy, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, Eminem… I’m sure you know the names, but do you know their fortunes as of 2020? Are there any billionaires? Who made the top 30 cut this...
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Rihanna: I’ll have kids in the next few years – with or without a man
Rihanna has said she will have children in the next few years – with or without a man. Pop star Rihanna has spoken about wanting to become a mother, saying she will have children even if she does not...
View ArticleCoronavirus: Are loss of smell and taste key symptoms?
A loss of smell or taste may be a sign that you have coronavirus, according to UK researchers. A team at King’s College London looked at responses from more than 400,000 people reporting suspected...
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Tyler Perry addresses criticism over wearing dresses to play Madea: ‘It was...
During his recent appearance on T.I.’s ExpediTIously podcast, Tyler Perry touched upon Dave Chappelle’s long-standing criticism towards an aspect of the entertainment industry, which he believes puts...
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Boost immune system to avoid contagion.
THIS column was supposed to be about the delights and perils of eating out in Zimbabwe’s restaurants and cafes, but with the unwelcome arrival of COVID-19, descriptions of sumptuous steaks and...
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Coronavirus: Brighton Pride 2020 cancelled
Brighton Pride has announced that “with a heavy heart” the festival has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Mariah Carey had been due to headline festival this summer, playing...
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Great women are born out of difficult times
Macilyne Chitepo THIS year, the celebration of Women’s Month was overshadowed by the coronavirus crisis, which has stolen the thunder of this important month. But it is in these times of challenges...
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Coronavirus: Lady Gaga raises $35m and announces TV concert
Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Sir Elton John will perform at a TV concert curated by Lady Gaga, which will celebrate health workers amid the coronavirus crisis. Gaga, along with the group Global Citizen,...
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Finding creative energy in world of lockdown
LESS than three months ago the coronavirus was confined to China, but the virus became a global problem when cases were reported in Thailand, Japan, South Korea and the United States of America. Soon...
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Surviving self-isolation: how to bring the outside indoors
IN the current climate, self-isolation is incredibly important. Not just in keeping yourself healthy, but in keeping everyone else healthy too! Some can adapt easily to life shut indoors – there are...
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Adele’s $280m divorce nightmare explodes
A judge has granted an order to seal documents in Adele’s high-profile divorce from ex Simon Konecki — with $280 million at stake. The 31-year-old superstar, who called it quits on her marriage in...
View ArticleMeasles resurgence fear amid coronavirus
Measles outbreaks may occur as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, officials say, because some vaccination programmes are having to be delayed. Unicef says 117 million children in 37 countries may...
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Self-isolating with good literature
FUN-loving and gregarious by nature, Zimbabweans aren’t particularly good at self-isolating, and twenty one days of solitude is a big ask, even for those who claim to love their own company. The...
View ArticleHow to keep fit during a lockdown
“YOU can’t just sit on the couch in your pyjamas at home all day. You have to have a purpose.” So says the owner of Durban’s Physical Impact gym, Selwyn Rautenbach, who advises us that a swift...
View Article‘Urgent studies needed’ into mental health impact of coronavirus
Rapid and rigorous research into the impact of Covid-19 on mental health is needed to limit the impact of the pandemic, researchers have said. Experts say newly conducted polls and emerging studies...
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Idris Elba: ‘Food will run out if farmers can’t farm’
Actor Idris Elba has called on world leaders to ensure that an international food shortage crisis does not follow in the wake of the Covid-19 virus. The actor, in his role as UN ambassador, helped to...
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Special occasion take away from Sabai Thai
FORTY years ago, in Rufaro Stadium, a youthful Prince Charles stood by as the Union Jack was lowered for the last time in Zimbabwe, and Bob Marley and the Wailers belted out ‘Viva Zimbabwe’ to an...
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