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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 robbed seven of her male clients between 1989 and 1990, […]

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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 was notified of the suspension in an email on Friday, […]

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THE OBSESSION: A CHILLING SUSPENSE NOVEL

Megan Grobler @megan.gro_bler   The Obsession, written by Nora Roberts and originally published on 12 April 2016, is a contemporary romance, thriller, and domestic fiction novel. The novel explores themes of childhood trauma, sexual assault and murder, as well as triumph and community.   The story follows Naomi Carson, formerly Naomi Bowes, who as a child outed her father as a serial killer and rescued one of his soon-to-be victims. In her adult life, she seems to always be on […]

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PURPLE SOLIDARITY: STANDING AGAINST GBV AND FEMICIDE

Mhlengi Khumalo @into.mbiyakwakhumalo   South Africa is well known for its diverse natural beauty, from scenic mountains and coastlines to unique wildlife and famous national parks such as the Kruger National Park. It is also recognised for its vibrant, multicultural identity as the “Rainbow Nation,” its history of struggle and triumph, and its significant contributions to sports and mining. However, South Africa is also widely known for its high rates of femicide and gender-based violence (GBV), which are estimated to […]

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GOOD VS BAD FOOD FOR STUDYING

James Klusener @jamesklusener   With exam season heavily upon us, and end-of-year fatigue hitting everyone like a truck, it is more important than ever to eat healthy. Unfortunately, most of us are not doing that. So here are some foods that can help you get through the rest of this exam season.   Citrus Fruits   One of the lightest and easiest study snacks you can eat is citrus fruit. This includes oranges, grapefruit, lemons, and even berries. These fruits […]

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THE SOUNDTRACK OF EXAM SEASON

Amari Marè @amari.mare   Late-night study sessions, last-minute emails to lecturers, and panic all the way. Sound familiar? This is the melody of exam season, where your brain cells burn from processing information, only to forget it the moment you put your pen down in the exam hall. Luckily, there is an abundance of music for every phase you go through during this time.   The Prepping Phase (also known as the Optimistic Phase)   This is where we are […]

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WHAT YOUR STUDY SPOT SAYS ABOUT YOU

Megan Grobler @megan.gro_bler   Everyone has that one go-to study spot, whether it’s a quiet corner in the library or a patch of grass under a tree. But have you ever wondered what your favourite study space says about you? Your study environment might reveal more about your personality than you think. Here’s what your study spot may say about you.   The Library Learners   While the library is a classic place to study and get work done, it […]

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STAYING AWAKE AND LOCKED IN: CREATIVE STUDY TECHNIQUES

Awethu Khumalo           @awe2s_righttoe   We are well into the exam season, but that does not mean all hope is lost. There is still time to save the semester. If you have been struggling to retain information or stay awake while studying, there are some study techniques that may be unconventional but could be helpful to include in your study routine.   1. Keep your mouth busy!   If you often feel tired while studying, try chewing […]

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LET’S GO POTCH: WHY IT MATTERS

Abygail Smit @Abysmit06   It is a common misconception that students, especially in Potchefstroom, only use their free time to visit bars and restaurants, have a Potch dam party, or just stay at home and sleep. Although many students do participate in these activities, it is important to note that our town has a wide audience of students who exercise.   Whether it’s to get that summer body or just for a study break, students have been active around campus. […]

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