News24 | HELLO WEEKEND | New villain on the block: Emma Corrin brings Cassandra Nova to life in Deadpool & Wolverine

Hello Weekend, 27 July 2024.

The latest edition of News24's weekly digital weekend magazine is stuffed full of interviews, reviews, excerpts, and in-depth stories. Enjoy the read.

A 'wild ride': Emma Corrin on the pressure and joy of playing Wolverine & Deadpool villain

By Leandra Engelbrecht

Wolverine & Deadpool aims to inject joy and escapism into the superhero genre, promising a unique blend of humour, action, and heartfelt storytelling. Featuring an unlikely pair and a fresh villain, Cassandra Nova, the film explores new dimensions of character and narrative depth in the superhero universe. Emma Corrin discusses the experience of bringing Cassandra to life in their first Marvel Cinematic appearance.

Diary of a Semigrant: Unravelling SA surveys: In search of the friendliest folk

By Charlotte Bauer

Charlotte Bauer looks at the quirky differences between South African hospitality styles and wonders why Capetonians get a bad rap.

'It's a privilege to be alive': Lira embraces 'second chance' ahead of soulful Magic Music Sessions

By Keitumetse Maako

After surviving a stroke that affected her ability to sing, speak, read and write more than two years ago, South African singing sensation Lerato Molapo, better known as Lira, is not only grateful to have been given a second chance, but is also preparing to serenade audiences when she performs at the Magic Music Sessions on Saturday. Speaking to News24 ahead of Saturday night's performance, the Hamba hitmaker said attendees could look forward to a "heartfelt and energetic" performance.

REVIEW | David Lambkin's Whisper of Death is a complex, entertaining sprawl of a novel

By Pat Schwartz

Whisper of Death as an entertaining, intriguing and often informative read, especially for lovers of the bush and its four-legged denizens. It certainly kept me turning the pages.

A testament to love and faith: Inside a Joburg couple's intimate Home Affairs wedding

By Marilynn Manuel

Kellyn Jafta and Clint Johnson, a youthful couple from Johannesburg, recently celebrated their marriage in a simple Home Affairs ceremony. In an interview with News24, the couple shared that they organised their modest wedding in just a few days with a budget of about R2 000.

Meanwhile, back in the Swartland: The benchmark evolution of the wines of David & Nadia

By Daléne Fourie

With the Swartland Open Day happening this weekend in the thick of release season, it is interesting to take stock of the evolution in style of a few benchmark Swartland producers, like David & Nadia Sadie. With the release of their 2023 vintage wines set for 1 August, we had the opportunity to taste through the range and compare (where relevant) with the 2014 vintage, showcasing their style evolution and have come away with a few key insights.

REVIEW | Electric Volvo EX30 and BMW iX1 will redefine performance and luxury standards

By Pritesh Ruthun

More and more electric vehicles are entering the local market. While EVs are generally expensive, more affordable options are becoming available. But living with an EV is not as difficult as South Africans might think. News24 Motoring contributor Pritesh Ruthun recently drove the new Volvo EX30 and BMW iX1 on test and compared the two models.

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2024 Olympic Games: How and where to watch: South African viewers can enjoy the 2024 Summer Olympics via SuperSport channels on DStv, SABC, Showmax, and the official Olympics website.

Mastering the art of stew: Unlocking secrets to the perfect winter comfort food: Stewing transforms tough cuts of meat into tender, flavourful dishes, serving as a beloved winter comfort food in South Africa.

Shein addresses customs fees concerns ahead of Joburg pop-up store opening: The Chinese online retail giant is launching its first pop-up store in South Africa in August.

(Cover Photo: Jay Maidment/20th Century Studios/Marvel)