By Cherrie Blackmore (Head of Marketing at NPL) Men’s health often slips into the background until something feels off. Energy dips. Recovery slows. Motivation wavers. The science is clear, though. Many of the changes men experience with age are not inevitable. They are influenced, sometimes profoundly, by daily habits. From hormones and muscle to mental...
For previous generations, success was easy to define: a good job, a nice car, a big house, and visible signs that you had “made it.” But for today’s young professionals, the definition of success is shifting. In a world shaped by burnout, economic pressure, and constant digital noise, a new status symbol is emerging — wellness....
Sushi is one of those cravings that sneaks up on you and won’t go away. One bite turns into five, and before you know it, you’re planning your next fix. This March, Ocean Basket is making it even more impossible to resist. Fresh, flavour-packed, and made to satisfy, OB sushi is a ritual and a...
What happens when a man who was once celebrated for his strength, skill, and purpose is suddenly told he is no longer needed? This is the reality that The Incredibles’ Bob Parr—better known as Mr. Incredible—faces when superheroes are forced into retirement. Once at the peak of his career, Bob is reduced to an ordinary life,...
Suicide remains one of the most pressing yet often overlooked public health challenges in South Africa. With the country grappling with economic hardships, social pressures, and mental health stigma, suicide rates have reached alarming levels. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), approximately 23 people die by suicide every day, with an...
Dining on a budget? We’ve got you covered with tips for affordable dishes, shareable plates, and how to spend smarter this January. (Johannesburg, 14 January 2025) — The holiday decorations are back in their box, debit orders have gone off, and January has arrived with its mix of fresh starts and tighter budgets. With the...
The HUAWEI WATCH D2 Revolutionises Blood Pressure Monitoring Huawei has officially launched the HUAWEI WATCH D2, the brand’s first smartwatch featuring wrist-based ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)[1]. This sleek and compact smartwatch makes monitoring your blood pressure effortless, anytime and anywhere, with just a touch. During the day, you can set smart reminders for easy...
A few weeks ago, a friend asked me to write something on letting go. ‘Sure thing,’ I said without hesitation. After all, letting go sounds like an easy enough topic, right? I mean, I know all about letting go. All I have to do is throw a few funny stories, an analogy or two, and...
Billy Chapata once said, “Healing is not an overnight process. Wounds will reopen, wounds will close, but always allow yourself to feel what you feel, it’s okay.” We are consumed by the idea that negative emotions aren’t
Testicular cancer is extremely common. In fact, it is the most common type of cancer in men ages 15-39