Marianne Thamm
@mariannethamm.bsky.social
Human, mother, dog lover, legal alien
This is why Botoxed, bleached-toothed, steroid-pumped, airhead, breast-enhanced “influencers” thrive on the internet. The idea is to surgically alter yourself to look like an 80-year-old newborn so that death might pass you by.
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Feeling overwhelmed? You have yourself – and big tech – to blame
Apps can tell us everything about our health, but switching them off can make us feel better.
www.dailymaverick.co.za
July 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
This is why Botoxed, bleached-toothed, steroid-pumped, airhead, breast-enhanced “influencers” thrive on the internet. The idea is to surgically alter yourself to look like an 80-year-old newborn so that death might pass you by.
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The shimmering innards – writer Antjie Krog’s ‘last’ genre-busting masterpiece. www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Shimmering innards: Antjie Krog’s ‘last’ genre-busting masterpiece
This literary/historical puzzle is a tender and rare glimpse into matriarchal entanglement.
www.dailymaverick.co.za
May 12, 2025 at 5:14 AM
The shimmering innards – writer Antjie Krog’s ‘last’ genre-busting masterpiece. www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
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Lesufi’s ‘back to basics’ for Joburg is lost in empty promises, potholes and cynicism. "The way your money is wasted is simply obscene. Nearly 10% of the money the City of Joburg spends from its R83-billion budget is classed as unauthorised." www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Lesufi’s ‘back to basics’ for Joburg founders in empty promises and potholes
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has promised a ‘back to basics’ campaign to fix services in Gauteng municipalities ahead of the local elections. Some in Joburg say they have reason for optimism. But ma...
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May 6, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Lesufi’s ‘back to basics’ for Joburg is lost in empty promises, potholes and cynicism. "The way your money is wasted is simply obscene. Nearly 10% of the money the City of Joburg spends from its R83-billion budget is classed as unauthorised." www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Errol Musk is an algorithmic wet dream.
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Feral Errol: There’s no filter to the antiquated brain of Musk’s dad
The guy craves the spotlight and when he’s allowed to ramble on, a dinosaur is revealed.
www.dailymaverick.co.za
April 23, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Errol Musk is an algorithmic wet dream.
www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/...
www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/...
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Feral Errol — there is no filter to the antiquated brain of Musk’s dad, a 20th-century relic. The guy craves the spotlight and when he’s allowed to ramble on, a dinosaur is revealed. www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/...
Feral Errol: There’s no filter to the antiquated brain of Musk’s dad
The guy craves the spotlight and when he’s allowed to ramble on, a dinosaur is revealed.
www.dailymaverick.co.za
April 22, 2025 at 5:13 AM
Feral Errol — there is no filter to the antiquated brain of Musk’s dad, a 20th-century relic. The guy craves the spotlight and when he’s allowed to ramble on, a dinosaur is revealed. www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/...
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Izak de Vries: "Uiteindelik leer ons ontsettend veel van Langenhoven én van die vroue in sy lewe. Daaroor was ek bly. Dit alles word boonop verpak in ’n heerlike komedie."
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KKNK en Suidoosterfees 2025: ’n Bespreking van Sonde met die spoke deur Marianne Thamm - LitNet
"Uiteindelik leer ons ontsettend veel van Langenhoven én van die vroue in sy lewe. Daaroor was ek bly. Dit alles word boonop verpak in ’n heerlike komedie."
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April 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Izak de Vries: "Uiteindelik leer ons ontsettend veel van Langenhoven én van die vroue in sy lewe. Daaroor was ek bly. Dit alles word boonop verpak in ’n heerlike komedie."
@mariannethamm.bsky.social
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The Librarians is a must-see documentary about the recent history of book banning in the US
April 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The Librarians is a must-see documentary about the recent history of book banning in the US
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Still working on the playing card project
April 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Still working on the playing card project
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Many migrants who entered the U.S. using an app introduced by the Biden administration have been told their legal status would end seven days after the date on their notice. If they failed to leave voluntarily, they would face deportation, the notices said.
They Followed the Rules. Now Thousands of Migrants Are Told, ‘Leave.’
The Biden administration allowed 900,000 people to use an app to schedule appointments to cross the border. Emails over the last few days told them to leave or face deportation.
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April 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Many migrants who entered the U.S. using an app introduced by the Biden administration have been told their legal status would end seven days after the date on their notice. If they failed to leave voluntarily, they would face deportation, the notices said.
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Another plane crash?
A small plane that was headed to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York crashed in a field killing 6 people onboard, including Karenna Groff, the 2022 NCAA woman of the year.
I’m sure that guy from The Real World is on top of it.
😔
A small plane that was headed to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York crashed in a field killing 6 people onboard, including Karenna Groff, the 2022 NCAA woman of the year.
I’m sure that guy from The Real World is on top of it.
😔
April 14, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Another plane crash?
A small plane that was headed to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York crashed in a field killing 6 people onboard, including Karenna Groff, the 2022 NCAA woman of the year.
I’m sure that guy from The Real World is on top of it.
😔
A small plane that was headed to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York crashed in a field killing 6 people onboard, including Karenna Groff, the 2022 NCAA woman of the year.
I’m sure that guy from The Real World is on top of it.
😔
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Breaking news: The European Commission is issuing burner phones and basic laptops to some US-bound staff to avoid the risk of espionage — a measure traditionally reserved for trips to China www.ft.com/content/20d0...
April 14, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Breaking news: The European Commission is issuing burner phones and basic laptops to some US-bound staff to avoid the risk of espionage — a measure traditionally reserved for trips to China www.ft.com/content/20d0...
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Before press came in — but while live feed was running on Bukele’s feed — Trump said to him: “home-growns are next. … You’re gonna need to build about 5 more places.”
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April 14, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Before press came in — but while live feed was running on Bukele’s feed — Trump said to him: “home-growns are next. … You’re gonna need to build about 5 more places.”
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Here’s the clip.
April 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Here’s the clip.
Back with a new edition, this travelling newspaper show of mine. Nominated for a Fleur du Cap and a Naledi Award...kom kyk but be bilingual otherwise you won't verstaan...Republiek van Alle Kante
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Vuisvoos, maar nog regop: Herlaai
Jy dink dalk politiek in Suid-Afrika is nie ’n grap is nie, maar maak jou reg vir Marianne Thamm se skreeusnaakse insigte in hierdie satiriese komedie. Sy bekyk die geboorte van die reusagtige, gesond...
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April 14, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Back with a new edition, this travelling newspaper show of mine. Nominated for a Fleur du Cap and a Naledi Award...kom kyk but be bilingual otherwise you won't verstaan...Republiek van Alle Kante
www.webtickets.co.za/V2/event.asp...
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