A black stamp with the word 'LICENSED' on a white clipboard, with a hand holding a pen.

Free Gems: Find Hidden Software Licenses & Trials

This nifty guide to software treasure hunting suggests Softonic for vintage software gems, warns of bloatware booby-traps, and recommends Skylum's Luminar for photo editing cheap thrills. Seeking free licenses or extended trials? Techno360 and Shareware-On-Sale are your pals. Just don't forget to protect your inbox from spam using a decoy email account. Always reading before clicking “OK” is the...

A vibrant square painting celebrating the LGTB community. Geometric shapes in shades of electric blue dance across a colorful background, symbolizing diversity and acceptance. A tall, proud man strides into the image, representing a journey towards embracing one's true self.

Embracing Diversity: Out Of The LGBT+ Closet

I remember the awkward moment when I came out to my mom during another potential introduction to another female friend. Mustering up courage, I blurted out, “Mom, I'm gay.” Her response? “Well, that's certainly a unique choice.” I could practically hear the crickets chirping in the background, briefly. Growing up closeted, embracing diversity was a challenge. I felt isolated and...

Vacancy | Library Intern Swellendam

Get paid to sort, scan, deliver, and possibly dodge falling books as an EPWP Intern at Swellendam Library Service. Must sport Grade 12 education, youth (18-35 years), computer skills, and excellent verbal/written chatter. Offers are open only for the Swellendam crowd. Apply before 15 March 2023. Go, go, go! ...

An AI generated image of Dutch Stroopwafels stacked on a darkly coloured plate standing on a steel tray.

Food | Stroopwafels

For sugar aficionados, the Dutch treat of stroopwafels, or syrup waffles, will spin your tastebuds like a roller coaster! Born in the picturesque city of Gouda, these crispy delights filled with caramel gooeyness have infiltrated worldwide snack cupboards. Fancy a DIY? Grab some flour, butter, brown sugar, yeast, eggs and a dash of cinnamon for the perfect homemade stroopwafel!...

The cross on one of the outside wall of the Parktown Convent in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Christian Cross: Secrets and Symbolism You Never Knew

Here's the crux of the story, folks! The Christian cross, a global heartthrob, wowed audiences way before Christianity. Used by many ancient civilizations as an emblem, the cross has had star turns as the Egyptian Tau Cross and the luck-bringing Fylfot Cross! Nowadays, it's often seen in fashion showrooms, tattoo studios and, hey, even as symbols of hope, love and sacrifice...

A silhouette of the statue "The Naked Man" located at Idiom Winery located on the Helderberg Wine Route in Western Cape.

The Naked Man on the Helderberg Wine Route

Anton Smit, famed South African sculptor, rules the roost in the art world with his colossal abstract structures, most notably - the bare dude in Cape Town's Idiom Winery. This metal masterpiece enhances its surroundings, collaborating effortlessly with vineyards and vintage wines. So, if you fancy a tipple and eye-catching outdoor art, take a joyride along the Helderberg Wine Route. Just...

An AI Illustrated image of the Enterprise Carnival Ride.

Origins | The Enterprise

Since the 70s, the Enterprise ride has been spinning smiles onto faces at fairs worldwide. Despite the digital age threatening to derail its popularity, this classic carnival creation clings on tenaciously. Whether through screen-age tech tweaks or a nostalgic resurgence, the ride's future could still be sky high! ...

An AI Generated image of peanuts floating in a white bowl of coffee.

Food | Coffee Roasted Nuts

I stumbled upon the mouthwatering delights of candied coffee-coated peanuts at a South African market. I then found myself taking a jovial deep-dive into the history and making of this insidiously addictive snack (you've been warned!). From 16th-century nutty coffee concoctions in the Middle East to present-day DIY recipes, I invite you to join me in the exploration of this sweet,...

Verified by MonsterInsights