Tabla de contenidos para 4/2/2020 en Drum English

HOW quickly the world has changed in just a few weeks. We are now using language that we’ve never used before, are working together in ways that once may have seemed impossible and are staying indoors on an unprecedented level. Meanwhile, we have to make the most of government’s attempts to keep the country safe. We know it isn’t easy, which is why we’ve compiled a helpful guide on how to stay sane and, if you’re fortunate enough to be able to work from home, how to be productive during this time. We also look at the best ways to keep in touch with loved ones and colleagues, and what you can do to keep entertained. We’ve compiled a handy guide on how you can keep buying DRUM digitally. It’s…

DRUM BEST RECIPES: BUDGET COOKING Who says you can’t have steak on a budget? The recipes in this collection are easy on the purse and big on flavour. Some meals can also be made in 30 minutes or less. There’s also cooking advice as well as budget tips such as how to best use affordable meat cuts and freezing leftovers. DRUM WORD SEARCH The third issue of DRUM Word Search offers fun for the entire family. There is a great mix of themes to enjoy such as celebrities, desserts, islands and more! There’s also a section for kids, with topics ranging from birthday fun to opposites. Get your copy of these magazines in stores now or order from Johan Terblanche on 021-406-4962 or johan.terblanche@media24.com SWITCH TO PUZZLE POWER! Here it…

IN 1992 Portia Mbau opened one of the first African restaurants in South Africa, starting in her house in Observatory, Cape Town, with space to seat only 10 people. Today she happily serves more than 200 guests at a time in an historical building in the Cape Town city centre. Portia’s food is inspired by her travels across Africa, starting when she was young. She adds her own flair to traditional foods, using fresh and organic ingredients. In her first book, The Africa Cookbook, she shares popular recipes from the restaurant as well as easy-to-do home-cooked meals. Her daughter, Lumai Mira de Smidt, helped compile the book and took the pictures. ETHIOPIAN DORO WAT CHICKEN This is a popular dish on our menu. The chicken pieces are stewed in a…

TIP For a preppy ’70s look, pair a classic white shirt with a printed knitted top. For extra edge, add socks with platform lace-up boots. TIP For a laidback take on this trend, pair your flare bottoms with platform sneakers. STOCKISTS CONVERSE.CO.ZA, EDGARS 0800-203-925, FOSCHINI 0860 104 764I, MRP 0800-212-535, SUPERBALIST.COM, WOOLWORTHS 0860-022-002, ZARA 011-302-1500 WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO PROVIDE ACCURATE PRICES BUT MISTAKES MAY OCCUR. DRUM AND THE SUPPLIERS DO NOT BIND THEMSELVES TO THE PRICES PRINTED HERE.…

MY LATE HUSBAND’S PENSION FUND Q I’m an 80-year-old widow. My husband worked at the mines as a clerk from 1952 to 1974 but never got his pension-fund money. How could I go about making a claim as his wife? I have all the documents for his record of service. ANONYMOUS, EMAIL A The first thing you should do is find out if the mine your late husband worked at is still in existence or if it has closed down. If it’s still in existence, you can contact them and ask them to look at their old files and check if pension benefits were offered to the employees. Then check the terms and conditions of payment, especially if an employee has died. In most institutions, a claim must be lodged…

THE BETTER INVENTOR An American visiting England asks the doorman at the hotel to direct him to the elevator. The doorman looks a bit confused but smiles politely when he realises what the man wants. “You must mean the lift,” he says. “No,” the American responds in a rather rude manner. “If I ask for the elevator I mean the elevator.” “Well,” the doorman answers, “over here we call them lifts.” “Now you listen,” the annoyed American says, “someone in America invented the elevator.” “Oh, right you are, sir,” the doorman says in a polite tone, “but someone here in England invented the language.” ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Learners at school are busy studying the effects of pollution on the environment. They are asked to write about the harmful effects of oil…

Q Which villains steal soap from the bath? A Robber ducks. Copy the rubber ducky Find 10 differences What goes where? Help Olivia reach the duck Bathroom puzzles Find 7 differences Robot I have to dry my feet carefully after a bath. Monster Why? Robot Otherwise I get rusty nails. Match the shadows Q How do vampire football players get the mud off? A They all get in the bat-tub. Connect the dots Colour in the picture after joining the dots Sudoku Fill in the blanks in each grid so that there’s an item of each colour in every row and every column. ANSWERS Bathroom puzzles 1. shower, 2 soap, 3 toothbrush, 4 mirror, 5 toilet, 6 sponge, 7 tap, 8 bath, 9 comb, 8 shampoo. Wash your hands. What…

DRUM Word Search No 3 is packed with 115 new puzzles. Themes include different ways with words, desserts to make your mouth water, famous songs and so much more! The kids’ section has great educational value with topics such as opposites and word-building puzzles that will get them excited about words. And if you get stuck, the solutions are at the back of the magazine. Get your magazine in stores now or email johan.terblanche@media24.com or call 021-406-4962 to order a copy. SEARCH NO.11 WORD SEARCH NO.62 WORD SEARCH NO.63…

Busy little bodies WE CAN’T believe how much these celebrity tots have grown! It seems like just yesterday that their famous parents announced their arrival in the world with lavish baby showers and loving Instagram posts. Now these little bundles of joy can get around on their own and are developing their own personalities. Funnyman Tol Ass Mo and his wife, Mome, were over the moon with the birth of TEAMO MAHLANGU in October 2018. And just like older sister Khumo (6), she’s quite the character. Her mom says the adorable tot lives for her daily walks. “She reminds [our helper] Mamokete by reaching for her bag and sunglasses and opening the garage door to say, ‘Let’s go, Auntie’.” In January last year KENNY KUNENE and his wife, Whitney, welcomed…

YOU may not realise it, but you are perfect, you are beautiful and you are enough. You don’t need to look like someone else to be perfect, you don’t have to conform to standards others set for you. You are more than your appearance and you were created for a special purpose. Remember, there are billions of people in the world but you are unique. No one can ever be like you. You matter and your dreams are valid. Be yourself because that is your superpower! Accept yourself and live your truth because this world needs you to do that if it is to be a better place. JOHANNES MANKOE, SANDHURST THE WINNING LETTER RECEIVES R300. Letters should be about 100 words. Write to us at PO Box 653284, Benmore…

HE HAS millions of fans, heaps of talent and no doubt a healthy bank balance. By all measures, AKA should be living a good life with all the pleasures his position can bring. Yet there seems to be something amiss when it comes to the superstar rapper. These days he’s known more for his trash talk on social media than the music that catapulted him to stardom. And with his latest rant, that included a homophobic slur, he may have gone too far, social commentators and even some close to him say. AKA recently called out Cassper Nyovest online, the latest in their long-standing feud. The two rappers have been battling it out for four years now, beefing over everything from who has the most hits to who owns the…

WHY WE LOVE IT Blush pink is romantic, playful and demure but also serious in structured garments. HOW TO WEAR IT It’s great styled with various shades but pairs particularly well with luxurious colours like navy and gold. Play with pleats and ruffles to dazzle in this subtle star.…

1 Foundation The trick is to match your foundation shade to your chest rather than your face, because the face and neck are typically the palest parts of the body. Apply a sheer foundation, then layer some concealer only on the areas that need it. An entire face full of heavy foundation can look fake. Concealer For undereye circles, look for a brightening concealer rather than one that’s full coverage or lighter than your foundation. But don’t use it on spots as it will draw attention to them – instead use a shade as close as possible to your skin tone. TIP Use concealer over your foundation – and don’t use a heavy hand! 2 Brows Neglecting our eyebrows is one of the most common mistakes we make. If you have full…

WRITING down how you feel, what you’re doing and even what’s for dinner can help boost your happiness and wellbeing. But to get the best results you should tailor what you write to the goals you’re trying to achieve. Here are five ideas to try. WEIGHT-LOSS JOURNAL Recording in a diary what and how much you eat and drink – and checking kilo-joules and nutrients accordingly – can help to keep you on track. In one study participants who kept a journal lost twice as much weight as those who didn’t. To make it really work you should: * Fill in before you eat Writing down what you’re about to eat can help you make a better choice (if you need to) before damage is done. A food diary forces…

1 What type of video-game console was recently “stolen” from Cassper Nyovest then recovered? A SwitchB PlayStationC XboxD Wii 2 Hepatitis C is a disease of the…? A BrainB LungsC HeartD Liver 3 Which Christian denomination does not celebrate birthdays? A CatholicB Jehovah’s WitnessC MethodistD Lutheran 4 AbaThembu king Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo was recently arrested on charges of…? A Domestic violenceB RacketeeringC Money launderingD Treason 5 How many hearts does an octopus have? A 1B 2C 3D 4 6 Which agricultural products are not classified as legumes? A BeansB LentilsC PeanutsD Pine nuts 7A group of porcupines are called a…? A SchoolB SleuthC LitterD Prickle 8 Former Hollywood bigwig-turned-sex pest-convict Harvey Weinstein was recently sentenced to… years in prison? A 10B 16C 23D 39 9 In which ocean is Easter Island located? A AtlanticB IndianC ArcticD Pacific…

CHROMATI… WHAT? Chromatica – the title of her new album – is a state of mind, Lady Gaga said (33). “I think what I’ve learnt is that I can view the world in whatever way I choose to see it. “It doesn’t mean I’m deleting the bad things – just that I can reframe my life experiences to a way that I love and believe in… that is Chromatica. I found Earth, I deleted it. I live on Chromatica,” Gaga told Apple Music’s Beats 1 radio. She added that the symbol for Chromatica “has a sine wave in it, which is the mathematical symbol for sound, and it’s what all sound is made from and, for me, sound is what healed me in my life. Period”. SONGWRITING PROCESS “We made…

MESOPOTAMIA was a region in the Middle East where some of the world’s earliest civilisations developed. It encompassed today’s Iraq and parts of Iran, Syria and Turkey. Because so many innovative and sophisticated societies were found in this area, Mesopotamia is often called the “cradle of civilisation”. Let’s find out more. WHO AND WHERE? Mesopotamia wasn’t a country but a fertile region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. In Greek, the word “mesopotamia” means “the land between the rivers”. Along with Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia was also known as the Fertile Crescent because of the region’s rich soil, which encouraged the development of agriculture. Other civilisations that arose around the same time in other parts of the world include those of the Indus Valley and Ancient China. Mesopotamia had a violent,…

YOU’RE already getting your favourite movies, TV shows, games and radio channels online – why not the best magazine in the world too? Covid-19 is keeping many of us trapped indoors, and our shopping trips have become brief, but we know you still want to get the latest issue of your cherished magazine. You don’t need to miss a single copy, thanks to our digital editions. You don’t even need to leave your living room, making it a safer and more convenient way to stay entertained, educated and informed. Simply download a free app to your phone, or open a browser window on your computer, and with these easy steps you’ll soon be relaxing with your favourite read. Happy reading! 1 DOWNLOAD THE APP Visit the App Store or the Play…

WHENEVER he puts paint to canvas, he gets people talking – and his latest work of art is no different. Rasta caused a social-media storm when he recently unveiled a painting of socialite Zodwa Wabantu, and his critics didn’t hold anything back. “Thought it was Zozi [Tunzi, Miss Universe] then I realised it’s a man’s face. I then saw Zodwa standing there and wondered why she was there because that’s still not her,” one social-media user wrote. “I thought this was Zozibini, then I thought it’s Siya Kolisi, then I realised it’s Zodwa but then again I thought this was a Bafana Bafana player. Rasta is the best. He drew everyone in one pic,” another posted. Rasta, real name Lebani Sirenje, isn’t letting the criticism get him down. “At first…

We asked DRUM readers what they have been doing since Mzansi was encouraged to self-isolate as much as possible. Reminding my five-year-old to wash her hands every five minutes. KEDIBONE DIANA MAHLANGU Gambling online, and now I am very broke. MIA MK MATHIVHA MATHY Shouting at my kids. ZANELE MAKOLA MAHLOBO Reading and playing Candy Crush and Farm Heroes. KOKETSO KOKI MAKHONGOANE We, the unemployed, have been self-isolating for some time now! Ain’t nothin’ new for us! ZINTLE NTSANGANI I’ve been making sure the TV is working by watching it all day while chowing everything in the fridge! MOMELEZI TSHALISI Feeling sorry for my fridge, which is being emptied. SUSSIE SUZZY Trying not to go mad! SENZENI MTHWAKAZI MARASELA Working from home, actually! THEMBELIHLE NXUMALO Reading, watching television and lots…

“The term ‘moffie’ is a particularly triggering term for many within the LGBTQI+ community,” says Keval Harie, director at Gala Queer Archive, a centre for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex culture and education in South Africa. “When you have people with such a large public profile engaging in sexist, homophobic rhetoric it lends a sense of acceptability to these terms. “AKA’s usage of the term is particularly dangerous given his intention to incite or spur on a reaction of physical violence. “This term was thus used to perpetuate a toxic level of masculinity,” he adds. “In a society where we have such high levels of gender-based violence, particularly against lesbians and members of the transgender community, these insults have a direct impact on their safety. “AKA further sought…

WHEN she told her family she wanted to learn how to use a computer, they didn’t bat an eyelid – even though she can’t use her hands. Despite being born with spastic cerebral palsy, Katlego Mkhonza’s family didn’t treat her any differently from her siblings, so they honoured her request. “My family respected my dreams and pushed me to excel even when they knew it would be difficult. They motivated me and started researching ways I would be able to achieve this without the use of my hands,” Katlego tells us. With the help of a dentist, they were able to design a denture fitted with a stick that would allow Katlego, then 11, to type on a computer. “I soon taught myself how to type on a touchscreen cellphone…

WHY WE LOVE IT Belts don’t only keep your look neat and tidy, they also elevate an outfit and come in many shapes and sizes to complete your style. HOW TO WEAR IT Try to pair a belt with an oversized T-shirt to define your waist, or wrap it around your fave blazer tucked into paper-bag pants for an enviable hourglass shape. STOCKISTS COTTON ON 011-784-0218, FOREVER NEW 021-555-3713, MRP 0800-212-535; OFFICELONDON.CO.ZA, SUPERBALIST.COM, TRUWORTHS 021-460-2300, WOOLWORTHS 0860-022-002, ZARA 011-302-1500 WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO PROVIDE ACCURATE PRICES BUT MISTAKES MAY OCCUR. DRUM ANDTHE SUPPLIERS DO NOT BIND THEMSELVES TO THE PRICES PRINTED HERE.…

STEP 1 Clean all surfaces of the desk with thinners and a dry cloth. Let it dry completely and remove the handles from the drawers. Then paint the base of the desk with two coats of Coral Stone, letting the paint dry between coats. STEP 2 Paint the drawer fronts with two coats of Coral Stone, letting the paint dry between coats. STEP 3 Paint the top of the desk with three coats of Stéffan, letting the paint dry between coats. STEP 4 Cut the kitchen sponge into four pieces. STEP 5 Use the sponges to stamp terrazzo-style spots on the desktop using the paint from the four sample colours. Just place the sponge on a spot and drag a bit to create the rustic-looking spot. STEP 6 Spray the…

FAKING LOVE Q I’m in a relationship with a woman I don’t love. I was pursuing her sister but she rejected me so I decided to hook up with her instead. I lied and told her I was attracted to her, not her sister, and now I feel bad because she’s told me she loves me and has even introduced me to her son. I feel like I should be committed to this relationship, but I can’t fake it. But if I mess this up, I feel like I’ll never find another woman who is going to love me like she does. And I don’t want to break her heart. What should I do? FEELING GUILTY, EMAIL A You’re not doing her or yourself any favours by lying to her…

TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY Venus moves into your financial horoscope this week, right up the alley of a money-loving Taurus. It’s an advantageous time to please your pocket, whether through attracting sound investments, money-spinning ventures or valuable bargains. Since the danger of being tempted by beautiful objects, pleasurable experiences and pleasing comforts lurks, your dedication to secure your cash may be put to the test. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 1, 40, 30, 6, 25, 50 GEMINI 21 MAY – 20 JUN Pleasure-seeking Venus moves into your sign this week, introducing a period of fun. It’s a great week to socialise, whether you want to hang out with your friends, join in on club outings or attend meet-ups. You may just as well enjoy a respite from business and busyness…

MUVHANGO James is shocked when his son refuses to come with him, instead choosing his other “dad”. Susan (MAUMELA MAHUWA) threatens the plans Azwindini, Mpho and Vho-Masindi have for the ritual. James confronts Tebello about his relationship with Lesedi. Mpfareni realises her age could spell the end of her relationship with Vhangani. Tebello finds out that Meiki has been hiding her past from him. Vhangani and Mpfareni learn they’re not on the same financial page. RHYTHM CITY Robert tries to turn Puleng (TEBOGO KHALO) against Suffo. Sabelo is named as an informer. The truth about Rene now reaches everyone. Lefa sees himself as others see him. Sabelo dances a deadly tango with Japan. Rene makes a desperate move. Lefa gets Warona’s attention. Chicken sacrifices one of his own. Rene takes…

IT’S been quite a surreal time: the country basically on lockdown from the coronavirus and workers being motivated to work from home. While we’re is gripped in fear, there’s no better time to catch up on your reading than now to stave off the blues. And what better way to do so than with books filled with people conquering the worst of the worst in epidemics, and end-of-the-world books? THE RISE OF MAGICKS BY NORA ROBERTS (PIATKUS BOOKS) R395* This is book three of Nora Roberts’ latest trilogy. This book took me longer than the first two to read and finish, simply because it seems like she cramped two books into one to finish off the series. But once I got into it, it was hard to put down. In…

ZIGGURATS were temple complexes in the cities of ancient Mesopotamia. Each city had its own, and it’s believed that the ziggurat was the dwelling of that city’s god. Ziggurat means “to build on a raised area”. PERIOD Most ziggurats were built between about 2100 BC and 500 BC. Because ziggurats were built out of clay bricks, the buildings didn’t last and eventually disappeared. Kings would often have a new ziggurat built over the ruins of the old one. WELL KNOWN ZIGGURATS As far as we know, there were between 20 and 30 ziggurats. Today, only the ruins of a few remain. These three are the best known: Ur Built: About the 21st century BC Where: The city of Ur (now Iraq) Size: It was 64m long, 46m wide, had 4…

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HE MIGHT seem like an overnight success. As his hit, Phoyisa, gets played over and over all across Mzansi, even getting a mention from EFF leader Julius Malema in parliament, it feels as if he’s just burst onto the music scene. But, of course, as his true fans would know, DJ Maphorisa has been around for some time. “People actually don’t know but I’ve been in the industry for over 10 years and I feel only now I’m becoming the artist I used to dream of becoming,” he tells DRUM. “So those who have joined the journey now, they aren’t late.” Phoyisa, the hit amapiano track Maphorisa and Kabza De Small released late last year, has won him a new legion of fans. The smash hit spawned the Phoyisa challenge…