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The Citizen
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
From fame to farming: 7 SA celebs who found new lives
From snake dancing to preaching the gospel and farming cows, here are some South African celebrities who've swapped out fame. Here today, gone tomorrow. But it's not always the case for some Mzansi stars who let go of some of the glitter and glam to segue into something other than celebrity, VIP access passes and adoring fans. Others, like Glenda Kemp, became famous because they swapped out careers, while some turned to the Lord for a second season in their careers. Prince Kaybee swapped the decks for hauling and boardrooms Known for hits like Charlotte and a bit of controversy, Prince Kaybee didn't stop at celebrity muso. He launched Milani, a boutique wine label named after his son. Only 7 000 bottles of this wine make it into the world each year. He also owns a fleet of trucks and has dabbled in short-term insurance, with operations in three African countries. And then there's his property hustle with residential flats in Bloemfontein. Kenny Kunene – Sushi king to politician to startup Kenny Kunene will always be known the guy who ate sushi off naked models. It made him a celebrity, though it's not something you live down easily. But before that, he was behind bars for a Ponzi scheme. These days, he's gone from bad boy to businessman to politician. Kunene now serves as Deputy President of the Patriotic Alliance and a member of the Johannesburg City Council. He's also been spotted giving motivational talks and backed Yookoo Ride, a local alternative to Uber. Glenda Kemp was a teacher, until she turned snake charmer In the bad old days when Playboy was banned and strippers were dubbed from the devil, former teacher Glenda Kemp secured her spot in the history books and, in many ways, sparked the slow burn of South Africa's own anti-fuddy-duddy sexual revolution. She snake-danced with pythons in the 70s and quickly became notorious for it. Her life later inspired a movie called Snake Dancer. Also Read: Gen Z is not okay, the internet is making it worse Mr Selwyn during the Sportscene 2022 Put Me On Finale at Sportscene Sandton on 13 October 2022 in Sandton. Picture: Gallo Images/Oupa Bopape Mr Selwyn rapped all way to Jesus Once a rapper and celebrity with tunes that set dance floors on fire, Mr Selwyn, now formally with last name Ngwenya, turned to Jesus and not to a record label. He is now an apostolic pastor. Andile Jali moos beyond the goalpost When footballers call it full time on celebrity sportsmanship, many never leave glam behind completely. Some might open a sports bar or perhaps get a seat on SuperSport or a gig broadcasting elsewhere. Andile Jali, former Sundowns and Pirates midfielder, swapped celebrity for a quieter life and now spends his time farming cattle in Gqeberha. Sizwe Mchunu ditched the decks for decking Sizwe did exactly what Jali did and swapped his decks for decking and ditched IT for something a bit more organic. Today, he's growing onions, chillies, cabbage and beetroot on leased land in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. He has also developed and markets a range of chilli sauces. Frans Cronje hit a six with Christian films Former cricketer Frans Cronje, brother of Hansie, swapped wickets and fame for the big screen. He now produces Christian-themed films. Hansie, based on his late brother's scandal and subsequent redemption, was one of his first projects. Now Read: 7 reasons Gen Zs choose friends with benefits
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
JWoww's postpartum psychosis journey inspired a haunting film—because no one believed her
The star is is turning one of the most vulnerable chapters of her motherhood journey into a psychological thriller; one that echoes the fear and isolation many new moms face in silence. During an interview on Kylie Kelce's podcast Not Gonna Lie, Jenni 'JWoww' Farley opened up about her postpartum mental health struggles, including what she now believes may have been postpartum psychosis—an experience she describes as deeply disorienting and difficult to voice. Postpartum psychosis is a rare but serious condition—affecting an estimated 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 births—that may involve symptoms like hallucinations, paranoia, or delusions. It can feel frightening and disorienting, and it requires immediate medical attention. Because it's not as widely recognized, many moms don't have the language or support they need when symptoms show up. A 2023 review in the Journal of Personalized Medicine highlights just how overlooked this condition can be, despite how serious and frightening it is for those who experience it. That's why stories like Farley's matter. The more we talk about postpartum mental health—including the parts that feel hardest to name—the more we make space for healing and help. 'I actually believe I was suffering from postpartum with Milani,' Farley said, referring to her daughter. The mom of two revealed that her experience with what she now believes was postpartum psychosis inspired her to write and direct Nanny Cam, a new psychological thriller about a mother who starts seeing things on her home cameras that no one else believes. Related: I recovered from postpartum psychosis: Here are 5 things I learned At the time, Farley had just given birth and was filming Snooki & JWoww in a production house that was outfitted with cameras. After the show wrapped, she realized she had become so anxious that she began installing cameras in her real home, too. 'I don't know if she's breathing, sleeping or not. Nah, I was highly paranoid,' she said. Farley says the story is personal but intentionally dramatized—a way to talk about how real postpartum mental health challenges can feel, even when others can't see them. 'Whether it's real or not, it's real to that person,' she said. She hopes Nanny Cam opens the door for more women to get the support they need. 'I want people to turn to the person they love who's had a baby and ask, 'Are you OK? Are you sleeping? Are you eating properly? Are you seeing shit? Do you want to shave your head?'' said Farley. 'I shaved the side of my head after I had Milani. Nobody questioned it.' Related: 'Nobody warned me about this': The postpartum truths moms wish they knew sooner For Farley, the work is deeply personal, but it's also a call to action. 'If we start talking about these things more, and we start showing them more, people will understand them better—and help,' she said. JWoww's story may be dramatized onscreen, but the fear and confusion she describes are deeply real for many moms, especially those whose struggles go unseen. Postpartum Support International The Motherhood Center National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-943-5746 Talk to your doctor or OB-GYN about symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, or psychosis.
Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
5 must-read books to understand Iran: Revolution, resistance & rivalries
After Israeli and US warplanes struck deep inside Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, government compounds, and military bases, the Islamic Republic retaliated with missile barrages and drone swarms aimed at Israeli cities. Now, an uneasy ceasefire has been announced. But, how did we get here? These five books unravel Iran's journey from its revolution to becoming a regional powerhouse and how a regime born in 1979 became the architect of an anti-Western 'Axis of Resistance.' With live explosions making headlines, these reads offer what news cycles cannot: the deep history and strategic logic behind the Islamic Republic's defiance. Understand these books, and you'll understand why this fight won't end with one night of airstrikes. Milani's book examines Iran's ascent as a regional power, challenging the US and its allies through proxies and strategic alliances. From Syria to Yemen, Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' has reshaped Middle Eastern geopolitics. Milani, an Iranian-American scholar, traces Tehran's strategy: exploiting power vacuums, backing militant groups, and leveraging Shia ties. He also explores internal tensions (economic woes, protests, and elite infighting) that could undermine its ambitions. The book's key insight? Iran's rise isn't just ideological but tactical, exploiting US missteps in Iraq and Afghanistan. Yet overreach risks backlash, as seen in Arab Gulf states' countermoves. Michael Axworthy's Revolutionary Iran is the most comprehensive English-language history of the Islamic Republic, tracing its evolution from the 1979 revolution to today. Axworthy argues that the regime has proven remarkably resilient, surviving war, sanctions, and internal dissent. He examines the Iran-Iraq War's brutal legacy, the ideological battles between reformists and hardliners, and Iran's nuclear ambitions. Axworthy avoids caricature, presenting Iran as neither a rogue state nor a victim but as a complex player with its own strategic logic. The book explores how revolutionary fervor gave way to pragmatic governance, yet how anti-Western rhetoric remains central to Iran's identity. Updated in 2019, it includes the impact of the Trump administration's 'maximum pressure' campaign and Iran's regional proxy wars. How has Iran outlasted decades of isolation and internal turmoil? Amin Saikal's Iran Rising answers this by dissecting the regime's adaptability. Unlike predictions of collapse, Iran has expanded its influence, through proxies such as Hezbollah, nuclear brinkmanship, and shrewd diplomacy. Saikal, a seasoned Iran scholar, explains how the Islamic Republic balances revolutionary ideology with realpolitik. He analyzes key moments: the hostage crisis, the Iran-Iraq War, the nuclear deal, and Syria's civil war. The book also highlights Iran's unique hybrid system, where elected leaders coexist with uneclerical rulers, allowing flexibility in foreign policy while suppressing dissent at home. The book's strength lies in its forward-looking perspective. Can Iran sustain its regional power amid economic distress and youth discontent? Saikal suggests that internal pressures, not external threats, may force change. A must-read for understanding Iran's endurance and what comes next. Ray Takeyh's Hidden Iran dismantles Western misconceptions, arguing that Iran is neither an irrational theocracy nor a monolithic regime. Instead, it's a battleground of competing factions, hardliners, reformists, and pragmatists, each shaping policy in unpredictable ways. Takeyh explores Iran's 'dual containment' strategy: confronting the US while engaging Europe and Asia. He unpacks Tehran's nuclear calculus, showing how domestic politics drive defiance rather than mere ideological zeal. The book also critiques US policy failures, advocating engagement over isolation. Though published in 2006, Hidden Iran remains relevant for its insights into Iran's decision-making. Stephen Kinzer's gripping All the Shah's Men recounts the 1953 CIA-backed coup that ousted Iran's democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh, a pivotal event poisoning US-Iran relations for decades. Kinzer blends spy thriller pacing with sharp analysis, showing how British oil interests and Cold War paranoia led America to overthrow Mossadegh, reinstating the Shah. The backlash fueled anti-Western resentment, paving the way for the 1979 revolution. More than just history, the book explains why Iran distrusts America, and how blowback shapes today's conflicts. Kinzer's warning about interventionist folly resonates as the US and Iran remain locked in hostility.
Sky News AU
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Sky News AU
‘They are at their weakest': Iran agrees to ceasefire ‘out of desperation'
Stanford University Director of Iranian Studies Dr Abbas Milani says Iran's agreement to a ceasefire was made 'out of desperation.' 'They are at their weakest … don't have too many options,' Mr Milani told Sky News Australia. 'They probably told the United States that they need to make this gesture; they attacked the base … and then they agreed to a ceasefire out of desperation, they had no choice.'
Buzz Feed
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
15 Setting Sprays From Target To Help Your Makeup Last
An E.l.f. setting spray with hero hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and squalane — because dewy skin is a vibe, and you totally deserve it. Promising review: "I have super dry skin so I need all the 'dewy' I can get. It really helps my make up last and takes away the powder finish from the products I use. It's not oily and the smell doesn't really bother me. I love it and I will be buying again when I'm done with the bottle." —NatalyPrice: $10 A 3-in-1 Milani spray that promises up to 24 hours of natural-looking coverage, as well as hydrating and illuminating your complexion. Why work harder when you can work smarter, right?! Shoppers say it's suitable for sensitive skin, which is a plus. Promising review: "I've tried more expensive setting sprays and none have compared to this one! It lasts awhile and feels light and refreshing on my skin, while also making my makeup look and stay perfect! It's a great primer too whenever I need touch-ups after a long (sweaty) day lol. I have rather sensitive skin and I have never had issues with it causing break-outs or anything like that. Will re-purchase always!" —TAH96Price: $11.99+ (available in two sizes) Or this dewy finish spray, also by Milani, if you love everything you heard about the previous one, except for the words "natural finish." This one doesn't last as long, but let's be honest — 16 hours of glam is more than enough. Promising review: "I finished my makeup with this product and worked 12 hours. I got many compliments on my makeup and nothing beats it's stay power!" —AprilPrice: $11.99 A Nyx mattifying spray if you have oily skin, despite all the dewy talk going around, thank you very much, and actually require a bit less shine sometimes. Promising review: "I've been using this setting spray for over a year. It's the only one I trust since it's unscented and won't cause any breakouts. I use it in between applying my makeup and after baking, I apply my powder, and it lasts all day! I wear a full beat each time and experience no creasing even after 10-12 hours. Just wish NYX would make a gigantic size of it lol." —Cool MomPrice: $9.99 A bottle of Maybelline setting spray also with a matte finish for my oily-skin people. Shoppers say you only need to use four sprays for makeup that stays put for hours, which means your money is going to go a loooooong way. Promising review: "I got Maybelline Lasting Fix on sale a few months back. I'm never using anything else! I'm an oily mess year-round, and this product kept me matte for 16 hrs. I'm sure it would've gone longer had I not washed my face before bed. Lasting Fix rivals the well-known and loved luxury brand, and dare I say, this works better! As long as Maybelline keeps making it, I'll keep buying. Some reviewers say it works for them, while others don't. You need to try things for yourself. What works for some may not work for others, and vice versa." —LisaPrice: $10.19 An oil-free spray from Urban Decay that also comes in a travel-size bottle so you can keep your makeup looking flawless, even on holiday. It'd be rude not to book that flight, when you're going to be looking this slay, right?? Promising review: "literally got washed downstream in the rain and my makeup was still intact afterwards" —mfklamkdlPrice: $18+ (available in two sizes) An extra special Nyx spray that's a primer, setting spray, *and* refreshing spray. Plus, it's infused with aloe and cucumber extract, so you just know it's going to feel deliciously refreshing and cooling on those sticky summer days. Makeup slides off your face?? No, that never happens to me. Promising review: "I grabbed this product on a whim and now it's a must have in my purse at all times. Not only does it prime and set my makeup, it refreshes it at literally any given moment. I wear my makeup upwards of 12 hours a day and this product never fails me. The only complaint I have is the smell but I honestly wouldn't want them to risk changing the fomula over it." —BrookePrice: $9.99 A multi-tasking setting spray by Benefit that is said to contain pore-blurring powders for that so-flawless-you-look-airbrushed effect. Promising review: "A makeup artist recommended it this product and I'm so grateful! It's lightweight and makes my makeup last all day! I really like that it's a 'mist spray'–it makes application way smoother." —MelissaPrice: $16+ (available in two sizes) A Neutrogena hydro-boost setting spray that's unscented because synthetic scents aren't for everyone, and sometimes you want your mug to be perfectly set without even a hint of smelly stuff in the air. The hyaluronic acid infusion adds plenty of dewy, ultra-hydrated goodness, too. Promising review: "Absolutely love this hydrating setting spray. After e.l.f. discontinued their aloe mist, I've been searching for another hydrating spray that leaves my face dewy, plump and healthy looking. This is it, and I pray they do not discontinue it." —Meech the makeup artistPrice: $18.29 Or this dewy formula from Ulta Beauty fans say is just as good as more expensive sprays from brands like Urban Decay. It smooths, plumps, and gives skin a touch of luminosity — without adding a sweaty, too oily look. Plus, how cute is the bottle?! Price: $12 A spray and hydrating face mist which long-term fans swear by. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, coconut water, and aloe vera will give your skin an extra boost, too, so it's practically a legal skincare requirement that you try it (probs). Promising review: "I have been a search for a setting spray that I love and I think I've found it! IT Your Skin But Better Setting Spray is so good! It has a light coconut scent that is good and nothing like sunscreen. It's so easy to apply. It has a great mist that feels like it's covering my face without soaking my face like some other setting sprays do. It makes me feel like I have nothing on and it helps give my makeup the staying power I'm looking for!" —lmmshopsPrice: $32 A vitamin C-infused spray from Urban Decay to help brighten your skin, alongside setting your makeup. Think weddings, parties, and other special occasions when you want your beat to last hours and your skin to look extra energized. Genius! Price: $18 A water-based formula by Anastasia Beverly Hills that promises skin so gorgeously dewy and glowy you'll look like a mermaid who just stepped out of the water. It's free of any glitter, sparkle, or shimmer btw, so don't let the (adorable) sparkly bottle fool you. Promising review: "I have dry skin and this just melts all my powders together into my skin and takes away that white cast powders leave behind. I have sensitive, eczema prone skin but the fragrance is so minimal it doesn't irritate me, I can honestly barely smell it." —jazgonzxoPrice: $15 A vitamin-infused spray beauty shoppers say leaves the perfect finish for that glass skin look we've all spent way too many hours coveting on TikTok. It can even transform shimmering eyeshadow into a metallic-foil finish. Double the fun! Promising review: "This is hands down the best setting spray for makeup. A fine continuous mist and it holds all day. This size is great for travel too." —TKPrice: $12+ (available in three sizes) Finally, a Matte Veil setting spray (aka the matte sister to Ulta Beauty's Dewy Glaze) for a freshly applied makeup look that gives excess shine the boot. Once again, fans swear by this brand over pricier options. You might even want to pick up one of each, for a bit of variation to your makeup finishes. Glowy goodness by day, mattified magic by night! Price: $12
