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Costa Titch’s cause of death revealed

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May 7, 2024

Family and team of the late Costa Titch released a statement about the musician’s cause of death. The Big Flexa hitmaker, whose real name was Costantinos Tsobanoglou passed away on March 11, 2023, while performing at the Ultra Music Festival’s stage.

Costa collapsed twice on stage and passed on. There were various speculations on what killed Titch, but the family revealed that an investigation was ongoing to set the record straight.

In the statement released on Monday, it’s been revealed that Costa Titch died due to a heart issue.

“Costantinos Tsobanoglou, commonly known as Costa Titch, was a beloved South African Musician and dancer. After unexpectedly collapsing in March, while performing at the Ultra Music Festival, Costa Titch passed away on the 11th of March 2023.”

Amidst speculations, our team and family have collaborated with pathologists to unveil the true cause of his passing. The post-mortem examination revealed significant strain on Costa’s heart, unbeknownst to him, compounded by enduring stress and fatigue. This culmination likely led to an irregular heartbeat, triggering the seizure that claimed his life.

Costa Titch’s influence transcended boundaries, inspiring countless souls throughout his journey, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. In this time of mourning, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to his devoted fans for their unwavering love and support. Let us continue to honor his legacy together.

Source: Southafrican

In other news – Best-Dressed Celebrities at the 2024 Met Gala

At this morning’s preview of the Met Costume Institute’s spring exhibit, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” curator Andrew Bolton said the goal of the over 250 pieces on display was to engage all the senses.

So while there are, as always, archival pieces to be seen in the collection, there are also creations that can be smelled, touched, and even heard. Read more

Karabo Mogane and wife are expecting

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May 7, 2024

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Musician Karabo Mogane and his wife Sinesipho are expecting a bundle of joy. The 2015 Idols South Africa announced on his social media account with a lovely video of himself and his wife.

Taking to Instagram, he shared a video of himself and his wife in the swimming pool; he then caressed and kissed the baby bump. Karabo is fond of showering his wife with adorable and sweet words.

“I’m blessed to have you in my life, sweetie pie,” he wrote. You paint my world with bright colours and bring meaning to my life. You light up my day and spark up my soul. My success means nothing without you in my life.

“Whenever I look into your eyes, I feel the same way as I felt on the day we first met and I looked into your eyes — and yes, if I could do it again, I would

In other news – Makhadzi reveals she spent over half a million on “Number 1” music video

Makhadzi empties the bank for a music video. Makhadzi opens up about the budget for the music video of her forthcoming single, Number 1.

The song which features Iyanya and Prince Benza will be released this Friday, alongside its music video. Taking to Facebook, the South African musician revealed she spent over half a million for the music video of the song which will be out this week. Read more

Makhadzi reveals she spent over half a million for “Number 1” music video

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Dennis T

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May 7, 2024

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Makhadzi reveals she spent over half a million for “Number 1” music video

Makhadzi empties the bank for a music video. Makhadzi opens up about the budget for the music video of her forthcoming single, Number 1.

The song which features Iyanya and Prince Benza will be released this Friday, alongside its music video.Taking to Facebook, the South African musician revealed she spent over half a million for the music video of the song which will be out this week.

She is excited about the collaboration as it preaches unity amongst artists in Africa. Makhadzi also revealed that the video was shot in Nigeria.

“Spent half a million in this music video. we call this investing in your craft. #takenotes. I can’t wait for you all to watch this. For the first time in my career, my fans going to watch expensive and exclusive music video. ????????#no1 Number1 music video was shot by Ghana ???????? directors in Nigeria ????????. AFRICA WE ARE 1.”

Source: News365

Ntando Duma is off the market

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May 7, 2024

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Ntando Duma is off the market. Ntando Duma has officially left the market as her man put a ring on her finger. The South African actress celebrated the new month of May by sharing photos that revealed her major highlight in April. Ntando kept her boyfriend’s identity secret, but social media investigators disclosed that she is dating Una Rams.

Una describes himself on his Instagram bio as a Grammy award-winning artist. software engineer. creative director. thought-leader.

Ntando never denied dating Rams, and she’s further caused a stir with the engagement ring which she showed off in a recent post. Fans flooded the post with congratulatory messages.

In other news – Singer TNS accuses his family of bewitching him

Singer and producer TNS alleges that his family is bewitching him, and for that reason, he will never set foot at his home in eMadadeni in KwaZulu Natal.

On Monday, the Umona hitmaker posted on his socials that he had to run away from his family whom he alleges have “turned into witches. Read more

Dingaani Thobela to be laid to rest this week

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May 7, 2024

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Dingaani Thobela to be laid to rest this week

Legendary boxer Dingaani Thobela, who died last week at the age of 57, will be buried on Thursday. Popularly known as “The Rose of Soweto”, Thobela is a former world title holder in different divisions and became the WBA lightweight title holder after he beat the more fancied opponent, American Tony ‘The Tiger’ Lopez, in Sun City Resort in 1993.

A memorial service will be held tomorrow at Arena Holdings offices in Parktown in Johannesburg between 12 and 3pm. Family spokesperson Eddy Mutungutungu said they are expecting those in the sports fraternity, Ministers of Sports, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa, and celebrities to attend the memorial service. “The Rose will be buried at Heroes Acre at Westpark Cemetery on Thursday,” Mutungutungu added.

His family is still waiting for autopsy results, they suspect that he died from a heart attack. According to a source, the family doesn’t suspect any foul play. “It is likely that he died from heart attack also because of the position he was discovered in,” said a source. Thobela’s ex-wife, Sandra Thobela, who is based in Spain arrived in the country last week Thursday with their two children Ntombi and Dingaan Junior to attend the funeral.

Thobela will be remembered for his contribution and putting South Africa on the world map.Legendary boxer Dingaan Thobela, who died last week at the age of 57, will be buried on Thursday. Popularly known as “The Rose of Soweto”, Thobela is a former world title holder in different divisions and became the WBA lightweight title holder after he beat the more fancied opponent, American Tony ‘The Tiger’ Lopez, in Sun City Resort in 1993.

A memorial service will be held tomorrow at Arena Holdings offices in Parktown in Johannesburg between 12 and 3pm. Family spokesperson Eddy Mutungutungu said they are expecting those in the sports fraternity, Ministers of Sports, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa, and celebrities to attend the memorial service. “The Rose will be buried at Heroes Acre at Westpark Cemetery on Thursday,” Mutungutungu added

ZiMoja has also learnt that while his family is still waiting for autopsy results, they suspect that he died from a heart attack. According to a source, the family doesn’t suspect any foul play. “It is likely that he died from heart attack also because of the position he was discovered in,” said a source. Thobela’s ex-wife, Sandra Thobela, who is based in Spain arrived in the country last week Thursday with their two children Ntombi and Dingaan Junior to attend the funeral. Thobela will be remembered for his contribution and putting South Africa on the world map.

Source: The southafrican

In other news – Actress Thuso Mbedu’s touching tribute to late actor Mpho Sebeng

Popular American-based South African actress Thuso Mbedu mourns the death of her friend and colleague, Mpho Sebeng.

The actor’s death has left many heartbroken, and people have taken to social media to pay tribute to the late star. Read more

Singer TNS accuses his family of bewitching him

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Dennis T

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May 7, 2024

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Singer TNS accuses his family of bewitching him

Singer and producer TNS alleges that his family is bewitching him, and for that reason, he will never set foot at his home in eMadadeni in KwaZulu Natal.

On Monday, the Umona hitmaker posted on his socials that he had to run away from his family whom he alleges have “turned into witches”. “I’ve been quiet about this for a long time. Ever since I was young, they wanted me dead. When I was very young, my late grandmother used to hide me from them. Sometimes I feel like a dead man walking because of the depression my family has caused me,” TNS said.

Real name Nkazimulo Ngema, TNS wrote: “Your turn is coming, meaning everything that you desire is coming. Don’t hate another person’s success. Jealousy will never get you anywhere in life. We are all hustling for a better future, so everything has its day and time.

You must relax, your turn is coming. When it happens, we will celebrate with you,” he motivated his fans. When ZiMoja contacted TNS, he refused to comment on the matter and hung up. This is not the first time where TNS took his family matters and posted about them on social media. In 2022, TNS took to social media to express grief over his grandmother’s passing.

Source: News365

DJ Cleo reveals why Boohle cried on his show at Radio 2000

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Dennis T

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May 7, 2024

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DJ Cleo finally comes through for his curious fans who wanted to know how he made Boohle cry on his show.

The DJ hosts The Eskhaleni Party, on Radio 2000; he invites various talents on his show to spice things up. However, he swept the vocalist off her feet as he made arrangements for Boohle’s father to call before her performance on the show.

Taking to Instagram, Cleo shared a video of the singer crying and captioned it with the revelation, which preaches spontaneity.

“@BoohleSA cried coz I surprised her before her performance and called her father (who is a pastor) to pray for her and bless her performance. This for me is how spontaneous radio should be,” he wrote.

In other news – DJ Speedsta reacts after being blamed for destroying SA Hip Hop

DJ Speedsta frowns at netizens who blamed him for ruining South African hip-hop. The DJ has been in the game for years, but it hurt him to hear such criticism.

SA Hip hop DJs are trash and it all starts with Speedsta and everyone that came up after him, every DJ before then used to respect S.A Hip Hop,” a tweep wrote a-now-deleted tweet, Speedsta slammed the Twitter user for rubbishing his many years of work in the game. Read more

How to to keep your kitchen essentials fresh and flavourful

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Dennis T

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May 6, 2024

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How to to keep your kitchen essentials fresh and flavourful

Spices are the heart of any dish, adding flavour, aroma, and depth to culinary creations.
However, ensuring that your spices are fresh and flavourful is essential for maintaining the quality of your cooking.

From storage tips to identifying signs of spoilage, this guide covers everything you need to know about keeping your spice collection in top condition.
1. Body

Spices play a crucial role in enhancing the taste and aroma of food, making them a staple in every kitchen. However, like any other ingredient, spices have a shelf life and can lose their potency over time. Therefore, it’s important to understand how to properly store and use spices to ensure maximum flavour and freshness.
2. Storing spices

3. Identifying spoilage
Over time, spices may lose their potency and develop signs of spoilage. It’s crucial to know how to identify these signs to ensure that you’re using fresh, high-quality spices in your cooking. Mold growth, changes in color or texture, and a loss of aroma are all indicators that spices may have gone bad. When in doubt, it’s best to err on the side of caution and replace old spices with fresh ones.

4. Frequency of replacement

While spices do not technically “expire,” their quality can deteriorate over time. Ground spices are more susceptible to spoilage due to their increased surface area, while whole spices tend to have a longer shelf life. As a general rule, it’s recommended to replace ground spices every 1 to 3 years and whole spices every 3 to 4 years. However, factors such as storage conditions and frequency of use can also affect the shelf life of spices.
Spices are an essential component of cooking, adding flavour, aroma, and depth to dishes. By following proper storage techniques and being mindful of signs of spoilage, you can ensure that your spice collection remains fresh and flavourful. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice cook, keeping your spices in top condition is key to elevating your culinary creations.

Source: People

5 Celebrities With Slot Machines Inspired By Them

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Dennis T

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May 6, 2024

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5 Celebrities With Slot Machines Inspired By Them

What does it mean to be famous today? Is it in the number of followers on Instagram? Or perhaps the number of people showing up to your concert in Brazil? All this, and then some. Celebrities are everywhere, from ads to social media – and some of them even made it into the world of online casinos.

Here are five famous faces (or, in some cases, masks) that are instantly recognizable no matter if you see them on a screen or an online casino. If you are curious about where you can play these games risk-free, check out the free signup bonus page at Casinos Bonus.

Deadmau5

You may have never heard of Joel Thomas Zimmerman. Except you did, but not under this name – his on-stage persona Deadmau5 is much better known by him. The artist who once composed a tune about the Veldt was a big deal in the global trance scene, and toured the world – he even made it to South Africa last December.

The slot machine inspired by his music and on-stage visuals was released in 2020 by Eurostar Studios through Microgaming’s (now Games Global) network. It’s a must-play for Deadmau5 fans – and everyone enjoying quality trance music.

Ozzy Osbourne

It’s not hard to see why the Prince of Darkness himself has inspired a slot machine – his colourful persona is a perfect choice for such a game. Ozzy needs no introduction. The former Black Sabbath frontman and hard rock sensation once bit the head off a live bat on stage. And when he didn’t, he wrote hard rock history.

The slot machine inspired by his antics was released by Swedish developer NetEnt back in 2019. It has been one of their most beloved music slot machines ever since.

Alice Cooper

Another legendary figure of hard rock, another great music slot machine. This time, it comes from Play’n GO, a studio famous for its music slots. And a taste for rock.

The game was inspired by Alice Cooper’s 2021 “Tome of Madness” album, featuring both visuals and music from it. Born Vincent Damon Furnier, ‘The Godfather of Shock Rock’ has been a solo artist since the mid-1970s, shaping the tastes of generations.

André the Giant

Let’s move away from music for a while and get into the ring with a slot machine inspired by a professional wrestler and actor André René Roussimoff – better known as André the Giant. Often called “the Eighth Wonder of the World”, he stood out due to his stature – he was 224 centimetres tall and weighed over 230 kg.

André spent years in the ring, and a relatively brief time on the silver screen – but he made a lasting impression as Fezzik in “The Princess Bride”. And on the reels of a slot machine inspired by him.

Gordon Ramsay

Finally, here’s a celebrity who’s known either for his knife skills or for his foul mouth – celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay. Known for his many reality shows, he finally made it to the reels of a slot machine thanks to Swedish studio NetEnt. And the game is every bit as intense as one of his shows.

The game is based on the reality show “Hell’s Kitchen” where teams of chefs compete for Ramsay’s approval. As you might expect, its reels are filled with delicious food, kitchen utensils, and the chef himself. In its bonus game, the competing chefs have to impress the most rigorous judge there is – so fun is guaranteed.

Celebrities are everywhere, even on the reels of slot machines. These five games were inspired by famous faces from past and present who made a lasting impression on the world. And at your favourite online casino. Try them for fun, even if you’re not a fan.

Tips on how to get your day off to a good start

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Dennis T

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May 6, 2024

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Tips on how to get your day off to a good start

How you start your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. We’re all different and some are certainly not morning people. Some people wake up full of energy while others wake up grumpy.

However, we all have to get through the morning and how you get through it makes all the difference.

Here’s what you can do in the mornings to help make your day run smoother.

1. Wake up early
Stop hitting the snooze button. To help ease into the day it helps to wake up a little bit earlier.

This prevents you from rushing which inevitably makes you feel stressed and puts you in a bad mood.

Being up earlier gives you more time to do the things you have to do in the mornings like having breakfast and doing a bit of exercise.

2. Don’t check your phone right away
Avoid diving into emails, social media, or news first thing in the morning.

Give yourself time to wake up and focus on yourself before getting caught up in the outside world.

3. Eat a healthy breakfast
Fuel your body with nutritious foods to give yourself energy and keep you feeling satisfied throughout the morning.

Skipping breakfast can leave you feeling tired and irritable.

4. Exercise
Whether it’s a quick workout, yoga session, or a walk outside, getting your body moving in the morning can boost your mood and energy levels for the day ahead.

5. Set intentions
Take a few moments to think about what you want to accomplish or how you want to feel during the day.

Setting intentions can help you stay focused and motivated.

6. Time for self-care
Whether it’s meditation, journaling, or simply taking a few moments for yourself, make sure to prioritise self-care in the morning.

Taking care of yourself sets the foundation for a happier day ahead.

Source: People

In other news – RIP: Comforting messages pour in for Mpho Sebeng’s sweetheart

TikTok content creator, Nolu Ledwaba was reportedly dating multi-talented actor Mpho Sebeng who died on Sunday, 5 May.

Social media user @sanelenkosi took to X on Sunday, 5 May to reveal that Nolu Ledwaba was in a relationship with Mpho Sebeng. Read more