Meet Judge Portia Phahlane, the latest addition to South Africa's 'Who's Who in Corruption'. Allegedly, she pocketed R2 million for 'favorable' rulings in the IPHC succession case. Phahlane claims it's a personal vendetta, while the State argues she accepted bribes. Meanwhile, she's been banned from the High Court premises. Because nothing says 'justice' like a judge accused of corruption. In a not so shocking twist, Phahlane's bodyguards might've been paid by a company linke

A response to Alex Gray's article, Plus-size sex workers in demand: Straight-size sex workers rebel , published on March 23, 2026. If you're questioning the credibility of Alex's article, welcome to the club. We think he's making it up half the time too. But hey ... I'll admit, I'm usually the one poking holes in his stories, but this time he's got a point (even if it's by accident). If someone else had reported on this story, I'd be all for it. Seriously - this is where I ag

A response to Alex Gray's article, The currency of mental health: Depression and bipolar disorder versus the palliative powers of dollars , published on March 23, 2026. Oh Alex, Alex, Alex. I've seen some wild theories in my time, but suggesting dollars are the answer to depression and bipolar disorder takes the (financially solvent) cake. Let's dissect this "Dollar Therapy" nonsense. A study with 500 subjects, a 6-month timeline, and voila! Dollars fix mental health issues.

MONTREAL, CANADA - In a bizarre incident that left staff and guests at the posh "Le Montréalais" both baffled and bleeped, a mystery guest checked out leaving behind a rather ... unconventional gift. Instead of the usual thank-you note or a token of appreciation, this guest opted for a "unique" garden gnome crafted entirely out of feces. Yes, you read that correctly. The gnome, placed prominently in the hotel's lobby garden, depicts a smiling gnome wearing a top hat and holdi

TULSA, OKLAHOMA, 1932 - A bizarre weather phenomenon has left residents of Tulsa scratching their heads and checking their thermometers. On a sunny afternoon, the city's temperature suddenly plummeted, causing a thick layer of frost to form on parked cars and outdoor furniture. . "It was like someone flipped a switch," said local shopkeeper, Edna Mae Jenkins. "One minute it was a balmy 75 degrees, the next it was like winter had arrived overnight." The sudden drop was accompa

NEW YORK CITY, 1925 - A prominent socialite's reputation was left in tatters last night after police raided her upscale Manhattan townhouse, revealing a secret speakeasy operating in the basement. Mrs. Harrison (Lily) Wellesley, wife of prominent banker, Reginald Wellesley, had been hosting exclusive, invitation-only cocktail parties for the city's elite. But it seems her "girls' nights" weren't as innocent as they seemed. According to eyewitnesses, detectives from the NYPD's

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - In 1965, a UFO-themed fundraiser for the local beatnik coffeehouse, "The Cosmic Eye", went down in flames last night when a real-life flying saucer crashed into the venue's parking lot. Organizer, Swami Rama of the "Intergalactic Groove Council", had promised a "far-out" evening of space-age sounds and alien-inspired hors d'oeuvres. Instead, guests were treated to a genuine extraterrestrial visitor - a NASA test drone, mistakenly flown in from Edward

BEDFORDVIEW, JOHANNESBURG - A popular café in Bedfordview was shut down yesterday after a massive cockroach infestation was discovered in the kitchen, sparking a frantic evacuation of patrons and staff. According to eyewitnesses, customers were enjoying their morning coffee when suddenly, a swarm of cockroaches scratched across the countertops, sending diners scrambling for the door. "We were just having a meeting when it happened," said local business owner, Mark Thompson. "

In a shocking move, Action SA has decided to sit this one out – literally. The party will abstain from the no-confidence vote against Mayor Dada Morero, because, why risk it, right? Councillor Marcel Coutriers explains: "We're not saying yes, we're not saying no ... we're just saying aargh ." Okay, that's not exactly what he said. The real question is: will the mayor survive this wail of a vote? Stay tuned! Local really is lekker !