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PUKFM SHINES AT TELKOM RADIO AWARDS 2025

Awethu Khumalo & Mhlengi Khumalo @awe2s_righttoe & @into.mbiyakwakumalo   Making waves from the North-West University (NWU) Potchefstroom campus, PUKfm 93.6 has been recognized as one of the country's top broadcasters. The student-run station was recently named a finalist for Station of the Year in the Campus category. The selection committee highlighted the station's consistent on-air excellence, stating that PUKfm’s impressive performance across various categories has positioned the station among the […]

todayNovember 26, 2025 56

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WRAPPING UP THE YEAR: REFLECTION, RESET, AND RENEWAL

James Klusener @jamesklusener   The end of the year is finally in sight, whether you believe it or not. You’ve either written your last exam, or you’ll do so soon. This means it’s time to reflect on the year—your wins and failures, what you did right, and what you can do differently. We all experience an end-of-year slump, which can leave a sour impact, so it’s important to take stock […]

todayNovember 20, 2025 23 3

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BUDGETING TIPS FOR CHRISTMAS

Amari Marè @amari.mare   Christmas is around the corner, and it can leave people in a flat spin over budgets and planning. However, there is no need to empty your piggy bank! Here are some tips to help you budget for your Christmas shopping.   Break Down Your Income and Expenses   No need for a mental breakdown—just a simple breakdown of your income and expenses. Determine how much you […]

todayNovember 20, 2025 13

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THE POWER OF LISTENING: NOAH KIM’S MISSION AT NWU

Amari Marè @amari.mare   In a world where voices compete to be heard, one man has chosen a quieter path: to listen. Noah Kim, a pastor at Cachet Church on campus, has dedicated his life to creating a safe space for others—whether they are struggling with relationships, spirituality, or simply need to talk about Harry Potter.   In a generation where people love to talk about themselves, their dreams, and […]

todayNovember 19, 2025 46 13

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FRANKENSTEIN: A CLASSIC REIMAGINED

Awethu Khumalo @awe2s_righttoe   The story of Frankenstein is not new. It has been around since 1818, and since then there have been several adaptations of the classic gothic horror tale. The newest adaptation was released on 7 November 2025 on Netflix.   It follows a scientist named Victor Frankenstein, who becomes fascinated by death and decides to conquer it. Using all his medical knowledge, he creates a creature from […]

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MARCHING FOR JUSTICE AND POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY: THE TRUTH BEHIND THE TMM LOFTS PROTEST

Mhlengi Khumalo @into.mbiyakwakhumalo   This weekend, images of a damaged gate and videos of chanting crowds in Potchefstroom circulated widely on TikTok. Without context, the footage appeared to show student unrest, leading some viewers to label the actions as violent or unethical.   However, according to multiple students present at the scene, the events of Saturday, 15 November, and Sunday, 16 November, formed part of a coordinated protest responding to […]

todayNovember 17, 2025 962 106 2

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OVERSCHEDULING: THE REAL PROBLEM BEHIND STUDYING

James Klusener @jamesklusener   “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” That’s a familiar quote to most of us. While it holds some truth, organisation skills and over-scheduling can sometimes do more harm than good.   Planning is important for staying on track. Without a plan, it’s easy to fall behind, miss deadlines, and feel overwhelmed. However, planning can become so rigid that it restricts creativity, spontaneity, and even progress […]

todayNovember 17, 2025 26 6 2

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UNDERSTANDING AILEEN WUORNOS: A DOCUMENTARY’S PERSPECTIVE

Megan Grobler @megan.gro_bler   Aileen Wuornos: Queen of the Serial Killers is a documentary released on 30 October 2025, directed by Emily Turner. It examines the life and crimes of Aileen Wuornos, a convicted serial killer who spent six years on death row before being executed on 9 October 2002 at the age of 46.   Wuornos, who had been working as a prostitute on Florida’s highways, shot, killed, and […]

todayNovember 17, 2025 50 1

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UNANSWERED AND UNSPOKEN: NWU’S SILENCE ON SUSPENSION OF SCC STUDENT LEADER

Mhlengi Khumalo & Abygail Smit @into.mbiyakwakhumalo & @Abysmit06    Tshepiso Tau has been suspended as chairperson of the Students' Campus Council (SCC) for the Potchefstroom Campus at North-West University (NWU) and subsequently also as Secretary-General of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), only six weeks after being elected. While the official reasons for Tau’s suspension remain unclear, two students have made allegations of electoral misconduct to Wapad.   The student community […]

todayNovember 13, 2025 1228 47 12

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