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SHRILL S3 M-NET, DSTV CHANNEL 101, 10.30PM It is an eventful and emotional series finale to this sharp, witty comedy. The Thorn staff hears rumours that the paper has been sold. WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS S3 SHOWMAX Based on the 2014 cult movie, the fiendishly funny vampire mock-doc is back with a threat of retribution and a whole new job description for Staten Island’s oldest and most inept housemates. THE CRIME OF THE CENTURY SHOWMAX A searing indictment of big pharma and the political operatives and government regulations that enable over-production, reckless distribution and abuse of synthetic opiates. With the help of whistleblowers, newly leaked documents, exclusive interviews, sobering testimony from victims of opioid addiction, and access to behind-the-scenes investigations, Gibney’s exposé posits that drug companies are in…
The Washington Post The Witcher, Netflix’s fan-favourite fantasy show starring Henry Cavill as a brooding monster hunter, returned for its second season last Friday, and, once again, everyone is talking about Geralt of Rivia. The show’s return takes place on the heels of the devastating Battle of Sodden Hill, where the antagonistic Nilfgaardian empire was defeated amid its quest to take over the Continent. Season 2 revolves around Geralt’s efforts to protect his “child surprise”, Ciri (Freya Allan) from a growing cast of enemies including Nilfgaard’s lingering threats, a vengeful demon and monsters mysteriously emerging from monoliths. Ciri was bound to Geralt by the “law of surprise” promise her father Duny (Bart Edwards) made to the witcher for saving his life. The repayment, according to tradition, required Duny to…
Oluthando Keteyi It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The decorations are up. Mariah Carey and Michael Bublé are stuck on repeat. It’s Christmas. It’s been a long 2021, another year living under a pandemic, but people made it through. During the festive season, many South Africans are reflecting on the year, the triumphs and the trials. Many families will gather and celebrate Christmas. The celebrations vary from family to family, but one thing remains in common – the love of family. With just a few days to go until the big day, IOL Entertainment asked some of Mzansi’s celebrities about their plans for the festive season, and to share their holiday traditions. Donovan Goliath “This will undoubtedly be one of the best Christmases ever because my wife…
Shingai Darangwa shingai.darangwa@inl.co.za Over the past two years, Uncle Vinny has become arguably the most famous teenager in South Africa, with more a million followers across various social media platforms. Having emerged in 2019 as a protégé of Boss Zonke hitmaker Riky Rick, Vinny has gradually established a legion of young fans who follow his every move. As his star has risen, the young entertainment personality has become a regular presenter on MTV Base and bagged several endorsements. While his stock continues to rise, Vinny hasn’t been immune to the occasional blunder. On Tuesday, during a show in Accra, Ghana, the teen sensation attempted to throw money at the crowd but the stunt didn’t go according to plan. In a video that has since gone viral, patrons at the…
ZELDA VENTER zelda.venter@inl.co.za A COURT has ordered the Ministry of Defence to assist in tracing the relatives of a former high-ranking official in the SA Navy, so that they can consider launching an application in terms of the Mental Health Act for the officer to go for mental observation. A Western Cape High Court acting judge said it would be in the interest of justice to possibly examine the mental well-being of the officer (who is not identified for compassionate reasons). The order followed another application by the officer earlier this month in which he had a long list of demands, including that President Cyril Ramaphosa, cited as the second respondent, must amend the national anthem. The officer said the phrase “let us live and strive for freedom in South…
Chulumanco Mahamba chulumanco.mahamba@inl.co.za IN AN effort to bridge the gap of the national shortage of veterinarians, an insurance company is giving away prizes to four well-deserving students enrolled at the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital. Online insurance company dotsure.co.za said South Africa was experiencing a severe shortage of vets and this can be attributed to limited access to tertiary education, high training costs and a lack of funding for students, among many other factors. In an effort to bridge the gap, the company is giving away prizes to the combined value of R110 000 to four students enrolled at the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital attached to the University of Pretoria. Over the last few months, dotsure.co.za encouraged students to enter the competition detailing why they are passionate about becoming vets and…
