Author: catfish

Managing hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, while juggling the responsibilities of motherhood can feel like a challenge, but there’s plenty you can do to stay cool, confident, and in control. With small, intentional changes, you can make each day more comfortable and enjoyable. Let’s dive into some self-care strategies designed just for moms like you.1. Choose Fabrics That Work With YouAs a busy mom, your clothes should make your life easier, not harder. Lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton or bamboo are excellent choices. For even more protection, opt for moisture-wicking activewear designed to help you stay dry during a packed day…

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Mozambique’s new President Daniel Chapo has been sworn in in the capital Maputo. In his first presidential address, he pledged to promote unity in a nation scarred by post-election violence. Venancio Mondlane, the candidate who came second in October’s election, continues to contest the results and called for a national strike in protest. Demonstrations left at least seven people dead this Wednesday. 

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Dozens of bodies have been rescued from a disused South African gold mine at Stilfontein where hundreds of illegal miners had been trapped for months.  Senegalese employees working for the French army fear losing their jobs after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye says the French army must leave. And as the African Nations Championship tournament is postponed we look into why the Confederation of African Football deemed the host countries ‘not ready’.

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A rescue operation at South Africa’s Stilfontein mine has come to an end after 248 living miners and 78 bodies were retrieved from underground. A failed police operation aimed at “smoking” illegal miners out of the abandoned gold mine by blocking food and medication from being sent to them has led to reports of cannibalism, starvation and accusations of human rights abuses.

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Get your dancing shoes ready and mark your diaries for The 2025 Norwood Greek Festival. The annual Norwood Greek Festival is set for Saturday 22 February 2025 and just like the past several years there will be lots of homemade Greek food, sweets, drinks, music, lots of dancing, and lots of laughter. With MC’s Stacey Lee and Matthew Pantelis, the evening will feature traditional Greek dancing performances and a live band.  Entry to this event is free. Parking is available in the large carpark of the Greek Orthodox Community and Parish of Prophet Elias Norwood located at 87 Beulah Road,…

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What is Italy’s currency?  Italy uses the euro (€), a currency that is used throughout several places in Europe, such as nearby countries like France, Spain, and Portugal. Where can I get euros? There are a few different ways to get euros before you head abroad. Before traveling, you can visit a currency exchange service in your home country. This is a great option, as you’ll have euros in hand when you land in Italy. However, make sure you read company reviews and review their exchange rate before doing business. Some companies will offer better exchange rates than others, so doing a little research…

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In easier times for Egypt’s refugees, Azza Mostafa, a pro-government TV anchor, had nothing but generous words for the many thousands of Syrians who had built new lives in Egypt after their own country imploded into civil war in 2011.“I’d like to say to our Syrian families and our brothers in Egypt,” she said in a 2019 broadcast, “you’ve truly brought light to Egypt.”But there she was on her show in June, fulminating against Egypt’s growing number of outsiders — an echo of the country’s leaders, whose policy toward refugees and migrants has hardened as they wrestle with an economic…

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For more than seven years, an insurgency backed by the Islamic State has raged across Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, completely upending life in this coastal province rich with natural resources. John Eligon, The New York Times Johannesburg bureau chief, traveled across the province to speak with people trying to rebuild their lives.

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