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YOU IN THE NEWS • What’s happening in THE WORLD right now

AND THEN SHE WAS GONE • It’s been more than a year since Queen Elizabeth died leaving the royal family facing an uncertain future. In this extract from his new book, author Robert Hardman reveals glimpses into the pain and poignancy of the days that followed her sudden death

STELLIES’ SHAME • The secrets of the oldest student residence at Stellenbosch University were recently uncovered in a shocking exposé. A former student describes what happened if you broke the house ‘rules’

56 AND FABULOUS • Nicole Kidman isn’t letting her age limit her – especially not when it comes to her sizzling style and her choice of challenging roles

BACK WHERE I BELONG • After six years as an Al Qaeda hostage he’s finally home. Now Gerco and Shereen van Deventer can start rebuilding their life together

HE’S ON THE BALL! • Soccer fan Phetogo has been through agonising surgery – but it’s all been worth it

Spanish FIESTA! • Michele Cranston explores Spain’s exciting flavours with this collection of spicy and sweet dishes

DATE NIGHT • Going out to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Take inspiration from these stylish celeb couples

LOOKS TO FALL IN love WITH • Celebrating Valentine’s Day with your beloved? Or practicing self-love with the girls on Galentine’s Day? We have a makeup look for every occasion

WOW WITH PAINT • Revamp your spaces with these creative ideas

JOURNAL YOUR WAY TO WELLBEING • It’s more than just putting pen to paper. Journalling is the one tool you should have in your arsenal to safeguard your mental health

ASK DR LOUISE • Write to Dr Louise, PO Box 39410, Moreletapark 0044, or email info@drlouise.co.za.

Insuring your child’s belongings • Make sure there aren’t any nasty financial surprises if your kid’s precious items are lost, stolen or broken

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chuckles • Fancy yourself a joker? Email original jokes to chuckles@you.co.za or send them to Chuckles, YOU, PO Box 7167, Roggebaai 8012, and we may publish them on this page.

CHILL out • The HOTTEST things in POP CULTURE and ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEK

NEW ON THE SHELVES • Not sure what to read next? Here are some suggestions from our team of reviewers

YOU PUZZLES • 13 PAGES OF FUN & GAMES

Brilliant composers • Let’s learn more about Vivaldi, Mozart and Tchaikovsky

News of the week

THE VIOLIN • This instrument may look simple, but it has a clever design with lots of different parts that contribute to the sound it makes

Kids’ games & activities

LITTLE BLUE PILL • It started out as a possible cure for high blood pressure, then angina, and finally turned out to be a lifeline for men with erectile dysfunction. Viagra has come a long way over the past 30 years

RIPPED AT SEVEN • Kynlee’s sculpted abs have sparked a frenzied debate but her parents say it’s all down to genes

OUT OF THIS WORLD • Wildlife, people and conservation were some of the main themes in the Travel...