Arts and Culture

The Unquiet Staircase

William Raynar - regular contributor to FOLIO, delivers The Unquiet Staircase, a haunting tale of tragedy and loss, where the spirits of a doomed family echo through the years, leaving a lasting impression on those who come after. As the past intertwines with the present, this story explores the unshakable presence of grief and its inescapable consequences.

Arts and Culture

Sell-out, stuntman, savant: A quick peek inside Banksy’s brain

He lurks street corners at night and makes appearances when you least expect it. You see traces of him, but never actually the man himself. He’s shrouded in mystery. And don’t you dare utter his name – even if you do know who he is.

Lifestyle and Opinion

The dating economy: The cultural phenomenon of ghosting

Dating apps have transformed how we connect, but frustrations are mounting as ghosting and superficial interactions become all too common. With millions paying to find love, a push for more personal, meaningful approaches is emerging, signalling a shift away from digital matchmaking.

Business and Markets

The gold rush gone wrong: China's abandoned ghost towns

Haunting skeletons bear witness to genuine 'gold rush' prosperity amid political corruption, and, for some, catastrophic financial decisions.

Sport and Wellness

More than meets the eye: Triumphing with an invisible disability

Théo Gmür’s remarkable journey in alpine skiing transcends his triumphs at the Winter Paralympics. His story of resilience, inclusion, and overcoming the challenges of cerebral palsy inspires us to embrace diversity and redefine what’s possible, on and off the slopes.

Lifestyle and Opinion

The invisible productivity killer: How unconscious stress affects organisations

Consultant, trainer and Cape Conversation participant Dr Nikolas Epp talks brain training, biology and why multitasking isn’t always a good thing