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#MySelection: Remembering TLC’s ‘Left Eye’

Catch Nashawn on #TheNightLive every Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 21:00. #FeelGood
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Woman Quits Job After Boss Demands GPS, Hospital Photos During Family Emergency

A workplace incident has gone viral online, sparking outrage over employee rights and workplace empathy, after a woman revealed that her manager demanded GPS location, hospital photos, and medical prescriptions...
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#BiteSize: Forget Sitting – Here’s Why You Should Squat & Kneel For Your Health

–Sarah Regan We spend a lot of time sitting. One older American study estimated people spend on average nearly eight hours seated, every single day. To mitigate some of the negative...
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Bridging Continents: Air Algeria Soars into Nigeria, Eyes Wider Horizons

#TheDriveWithSkrypt: The skies over Africa are buzzing with the news of Air Algeria’s latest move – a direct flight connecting Algiers to Abuja, Nigeria’s vibrant capital. This isn’t just another...
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Did You Know This Is Nashawn’s Other Name?

Catch Nashawn on #TheNightLive every Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 21:00. #FeelGood
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Savouring the Cape in Namibia: Discovering South African Chenin Blanc with Ken Forrester Wines

When it comes to wine, Namibia is no stranger to excellence — and much of that can be credited to our neighbours down South. South Africa’s wine industry is one...
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Instagram’s New AI Detective: Cracking Down on Underage Users

#TheDriveWithSkrypt Big news for parents and teens on Instagram! Meta has just announced a significant step in its ongoing efforts to protect younger users on the platform. They’re now deploying...
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YouTube Music starts rolling out lyrics sharing on Android

YouTube Music is building upon real-time lyrics (from 2023) by adding the ability to share them as a nice graphic in the mobile app. Open the Lyrics tab for a new pill-shaped...
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#BiteSize: Woman Fakes Muteness for 16 Years to Collect Disability Pension

A Spanish woman who had been claiming disability pension for an inability to speak following a work-related incident 16 years ago has been exposed as a fraud by a private...
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How To Improve Memory & Learning As You Age, According To Research

By Sarah Regan – Spirituality and Relationships Editor Keeping your brain healthy and sharp as you get older is one of the most important factors for aging with ease. There...
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Night Poll Results and Dusty Dumbbells Confession

It’s that time of year when staying warm feels like a full-time job. Nashawn took to social media to ask: what is your best winter survival strategy? The options were...
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#BiteSize: OpenAI is reportedly developing its own X-like social media platform

OpenAI is building its own X-like social media network, according to a new report from The Verge. The project is still in the early stages, but there’s an internal prototype focused...
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FNB Roundtable Hochland 154 – N$5-Project

We recently had a chat with Joshua Strauss from Roundtable Hochland about their upcoming 5 Dollar Project. The N$5 project takes place on a Saturday morning between 09h00 and 12h00...
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The Swipe Effect: Are Dating Apps Rewiring Young Adult Minds?

#TheDriveWithSkrypt If you’re a young adult using dating apps like Tinder or Bumble, you may be wondering about the psychological effects of online dating — positive and negative — and...
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WOULD YOU DO IT FRIDAYS: THE 50 MILLION DILEMMA 💸✈️

💰 They offer you 50 MILLION—but here’s the catch:You must leave right now to a random country for 5 YEARS.No goodbyes. No friends. No family. No social media.Just you and...
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#BiteSize: Research Reveals How Burnout Can Mess With Your Heart Health

Now that we’re recognizing the more subtle forms of burnout that are so common, we’re finding more ways that it can affect our mental and physical health. In fact, a...
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Severance: A Corporate Nightmare or the Ultimate Work-Life Hack?#AmRush

Imagine if your work and personal life were completely separate. Like, you step into the office, and boom—your memories of home? Gone. You clock out, and suddenly, work doesn’t exist...
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5 Must-Have Apps to Keep Up with Your Kids’ Online Activity

In today’s digital world, keeping kids safe online is no easy task. From social media to gaming, they’re exposed to all kinds of content—and sometimes, dangers. Luckily, tech has parents...
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BREAKFAST ON TRIAL:The Case of the Missing Person Updates

You come to social media crying: “Help us find Uncle John! He left the house in slippers, no phone, no ID—just vibes!” 😭 We panic. We share. We turn into...
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Harnessing Vicarious Experiences In The Eyes of Douglas Adams

Quote of the day: “Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do...
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#BiteSize: Woman Gets Petty Revenge on Neighbour Who Keeps Parking in Her Space…

Have a listen… Catch Bite Size on The Night Live with Nashawn every Monday to Friday @19:30.
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#WealthTalks: Ways To Deal With Financial Stress

If you’re worried about money and your financial situation, you’re not alone. Financial stress is a common experience for many people, and it can have a significant impact on mental...
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Top 5 Conspiracy Theories So Ridiculous, They Might Just Be True (Or Not 🤔)

From the belief that Finland is just a myth to the idea that birds are actually government drones, conspiracy theories have been keeping tinfoil hat enthusiasts busy for decades. Some...
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Transforming The Creative Scene With Digital Arts & Animation

99FM’s Mooks sat down with Jordaania Kondjeni and Patrick Sam from the Department of Digital Arts and Animation. They shared insights into the cutting-edge programmes designed to equip Namibians with...
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Find Out What April Fools Prank Nashawn Fell For Today – More Than Once

Catch Nashawn on #TheNightLive every Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 21:00. #FeelGood
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Most thieves wear Arsenal jerseys, Malawi study reveals

#TheDriveWithSkrypt A fascinating study from Malawi, titled “Jerseys of Crime,” has explored a curious connection: the prevalence of Arsenal jerseys among individuals arrested for theft. Researcher John Hatman led the...
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Phenomenal words of wisdom from the famous Danish philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard.

#TheDriveWithSkrypt Quote of the Day: Sometimes life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards. Ever feel like you’re trying to solve a puzzle blindfolded? That’s kind...
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Yango Namibia celebrates female partners and drivers to commemorate International Women’s Month

To mark International Women’s Month 2025, which carries the theme “Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity: Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges,” Yango Namibia, a part of the global tech company Yango Group, has...
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MIND BUZZER: The idea that you can fully sink and disappear in quicksand is largely a myth!

Quicksand is a mixture of sand, water, and sometimes clay or silt. Its unique properties make it behave like a liquid when disturbed but retain the density of a solid....
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#BiteSize: Is Eating A Vegan Dinner Better For Your Sleep Quality? An Expert Weighs In…

Who isn’t looking for ways to improve the quality of their sleep every night? From having a consistent bedtime to avoiding screens at night, some things seem more obvious than...
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The Big Short: A Crash Course in Financial Chaos and Hard Lessons

Money Matters is proudly brought to you by Bank Windhoek “The Big Short” isn’t just a movie; it’s a stark, often darkly comedic, dissection of the 2008 financial crisis. It...
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#MySelection: When did you find out that this singer’s real name is Kamaljit Sing Jhooti?

Here are some fun facts about Jay Sean, the British R&B singer: He was originally studying to be a doctor, he is the first British Asian artist to sign with a...
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#TheNightPoll Results: The Question Was: Which Ministry Do You Think Will Make The Biggest Impact in Namibia’s Future Within The Next Year…

The result…? Have a listen to this: Do you agree? #TheNightPoll opens @18:15 every Monday to Friday on #TheNightLive with Nashawn.
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Reclaiming Your Time: An Extensive Guide to Maximizing Your Work Leave

#The Drive With Skrypt: In today’s fast-paced, always-on work culture, burnout has become an alarmingly common phenomenon. The relentless demands, constant connectivity, and pressure to perform can lead to a...
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The Gentle Giant’s Final Bell: Remembering George Foreman

#TheDriveWithSkrypt ICON of the day. The world has lost a titan, a man whose life transcended the boxing ring and became a testament to the power of transformation. George Foreman,...
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NUST Department of Digital Arts and Animation

We were recently joined by Jordaania Kondjeni from the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) to dive into the world of animation, gaming, and digital arts. The NUST Department...
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NHP Trustee Nomination Process

In a recent interview with Dantago Garosas, Principal Officer of the Namibian Health Plan (NHP), we discussed the critical role of NHP trustees and the importance of active member involvement...
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