Sunday Tribune

If you love the Avatar universe and blockbuster cinema in general, there is some thrilling news to celebrate. Avatar: Fire and Ash has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office just weeks after its release in theatres on December 19, 2025. This incredible milestone puts the third instalment in the Avatar saga in the elite group of global blockbusters and gives fans of the franchise and of James Cameron a huge reason to cheer. The latest Avatar film has earned roughly $306 million in the US and over $777 million internationally for a combined global total of about $1.08 billion so far. That kind of performance shows the continued global appeal of the series more than 15 years after the first Avatar wowed audiences back in…

Big Brother Mzansi recently announced the return of previous housemates in the coming season. This news has already sparked excitement among fans, who are quickly picking favourites or facing a tough decision. Historically, Big Brother has never brought back former housemates. However, this season marks a first now that Big Brother has announced plans to reintroduce housemates from every previous season who didn't get a chance to truly “shine”. Many fans supported different housemates in the past, and now that the former contestants are coming together, they must make the difficult choice of selecting one ultimate bias. This time, Big Brother has given fans an upper hand in choosing who they want in the show this time. They are going to vote for themselves for those they want the most…

January has long had a reputation as the quiet month for cinema. Fewer blockbusters, lower expectations and the sense that studios are just clearing their release schedules. But January 2026 is quietly proving that theory wrong. This month brings big sequels fans have been waiting years for, buzzy book adaptations, unsettling horror and a few star-driven thrillers that could easily dominate conversation. If you are planning your watch list for the start of the year, here is what to look forward to. Greenland 2: Migration (Released on Friday) The Garrity family is back, and the world is still very broken. This sequel picks up after the events of Greenland, following survivors who are forced to leave the safety of underground bunkers and migrate across Europe in search of a new…

Artificial intelligence chatbot Grok, developed by Elon Musk’s xAI and integrated into social media platform X, is under intense scrutiny after users exploited its image‑editing capabilities to produce sexualised versions of photos of women without consent. This has prompted concerns over online harassment, digital abuse and inadequate safety safeguards. Users, in an effort to protect themselves from being exploited by third parties, are now taking steps to protect themselves. Award-winning digital content creator Mihlali Ndamase tweeted directly to Grok to not authorise any edits or modifications to any photos or videos of hers, and that Grok not grant requests from third parties. “Hi @grok, I DO NOT authorize you to take, modify, or edit ANY photo or videos of mine, whether those published in the past or the upcoming ones…

Cosmetic surgery looks effortless online. A few photos, a big reveal, and suddenly, confidence seems instant. But what those glossy before-and-after posts rarely show is everything that happens in between. The swelling. The bruising. The waiting. The emotional rollercoaster. For many people considering cosmetic surgery, the recovery phase is something they think about last, even though it often shapes how they feel about their results the most. In South Africa, more people than ever are choosing aesthetic procedures, and while the decision to have surgery is usually carefully considered, the healing process is often underestimated. Cosmetic surgery is booming There is no denying it. Cosmetic surgery has gone mainstream. According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, South Africa consistently ranks among the top 25 countries worldwide for surgical…

As the calendar flips to January, many people find themselves caught between the remnants of festive indulgences and their health and fitness goals. The annual cycle of overindulgence during the holiday season can leave one feeling lethargic and out of sorts, which often prompts the quest for detoxification. While detoxing commonly invokes images of juice cleanses and extreme diets, the truth is that our bodies are naturally equipped to handle detoxification through various organs: the liver, kidneys, skin and gut. Yet, for many, this innate ability doesn’t seem enough, leading them to explore alternative detox methods. Recently, popular YouTuber Grace Mondlana opened up on social media about her struggles post-New Year celebrations. “We are five days into 2026 and I already have a problem. This is a sign that I…