Weekend Argus Saturday 2025-10-11

It’s fair to say we should probably stay far, far away from any place named Wayward. Remember the series Wayward Pines? That town was everything wrong with small-town creepiness: electrified fences, secrets lurking behind every door, and adults doing very questionable things while pretending it was all for your own good. Netflix’s Wayward takes that unsettling vibe and cranks it up several notches, except this time it’s all about “troubled teens” and the institution supposedly trying to fix them. Created by Mae Martin, who also stars as Alex Dempsey, the series leans hard into the “ship off your problem child and hope they come back better” concept. Only, the place they’re shipped to looks like a literal prison and for the teens, the conditions are as harsh as you’d imagine.…

If you haven’t checked out Tyler Perry’s latest romance, Ruth & Boaz, yet, you’re missing out on more than just a touching story. There’s a lot to admire, especially Boaz’s good looks, but let’s dive into what truly makes this film special beyond its eye-catching cast. At the heart of the Netflix film is Ruth Moably (Serayah), a talented singer dating Naomi’s (Phylicia Rashad) son, Marlon (Chaundre Hall-Broomfield). Ruth receives an incredible opportunity from a Grammy-winning producer, but the music she’s been performing leaves her spirit feeling empty. Previously, Ruth and her singing partner, Breana (Nijah Brenea), used to write powerful songs about love and social issues, but in pursuit of fame, they shifted their focus to themes of wealth and power. Ruth decides to back down from the eight-figure…

Another day, another trend. Kanye West recently decided to get dramatic again by posting what he called a “Betrayal List” on his socials. The man loves theatrics, so this one didn’t exactly come as a shocker. Before deleting it, he declared he was in “pain that no one person can fix”, then shared a list titled The Betrayal. The now-viral post included everyone from his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian (obviously), to Diddy, Pusha T, Kid Cudi and Ty Dolla $ign. He even threw in NBA star LeBron James, US president Donald Trump, and fictional characters like Curious George and Patrick Star. But the real fun started when the internet decided to make their own betrayal lists, and they’re pure gold. Instagram user @dancingbird222 posted, “My betrayal list inspired by Kanye,” featuring…

In the world of reality television, alcohol often plays a starring role. Whether it’s cocktails on a dinner table, wine on an excursion or a celebratory toast, drinking seems to be part of the script. Reality TV thrives on tension, and alcohol has become a quick way to amplify it. Producers know even the calmest cast members can become more emotional, impulsive or outspoken after a drink. Those explosive arguments, heated confessions, and shocking antics often happen around a table of drinks. While drinking is not officially mandatory for reality TV participants, the environment often makes it feel that way. Night outs, dinner parties and social challenges frequently centre around alcohol. Refusing a drink can make someone feel out of place, or at least less part of the on-screen story.…

We’ve all been there. You notice a strange ache, an unfamiliar rash, or a stubborn cold, and the first thing you do is search online for answers. Before you know it, you’re convinced it’s something serious. Studies show that over two-thirds of Americans and 69% of Canadians head straight to the internet for health information. In South Africa, where almost 60% of the population has internet access, the trend is just as common. The problem is, search engines don’t know anything about you. They can’t take your age, medical history, or personal health needs into account. Even worse, much of the information online is outdated or simply incorrect. Pharmacists do much more than fill prescriptions. They are highly trained healthcare professionals who can give you reliable, personalised advice without needing…

Have you ever noticed that you sometimes feel mentally drained after social gatherings? What if the real reason isn’t just the noise of the crowd, but something we might be doing without even realising it? Brain health expert Lev Fomchenkov of Cosmic Nootropic shares some important insights into our habits during social interactions and how they can affect our focus and memory. Fomchenkov explains that the biggest threat to our brain health in busy gatherings isn’t the noise or the number of people around us. Instead, it’s the phone we often hold and keep checking while trying to have a conversation. “Many of us don’t realise that looking at our phone while talking can harm our brain’s ability to focus and remember what others are saying,” he says. When we…