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CHILDREN AND GAY MARRIAGE: The gay marriage issue continues to stir a surge of debate in the country and part of that debate questions the parenting skills of same-sex couples, writes Vista Kalipa.
CELEBRITY GOSSIP: Grey’s Anatomy star leaps out the closet; Paris Hilton’s new boyfriend; Justin launches clothing label; Ronaldo the new Beckham?; Boy George gets even more bitter; and we swoon for Jonathan Rhys Myers.
COMPULSIVE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR: Are you in control of your sexual behaviour? Brian Rzepczynski investigates the world of sexual addiction and gay men, offering useful information on sexual compulsivity and resources for recovery.
MAMBA HEALTH: INSOMNIA: Sleepless nights and grumpy days? Are you tired of insomnia? In our busy lives, we often cut corners on sleep in order to crowd everything in. Jennifer Medvin explores this increasingly common ailment.
MAMBA SPINS: ROCK EDITION: Christo Valentyn takes a wild ride through a batch of rock releases, including offerings from Muse, Fall Out Boy, Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen, Seether and Keane. Win a CD hamper!
GAY WIT AND WISDOM: Everyone on the planet knows that a queen’s second biggest weapon is her tongue… In honour of the Pride week, John French examines the source of gay wit and presents a few priceless gems…
SEXY’S BACK – JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE RETURNS: Many pop stars would kill for a career like Justin Timberlake’s; young, hot and filthy rich, he is quite simply a phenomenon. Mambaonline takes a looks at the triumphant return of the sexy singer.
HAYDEN’S HIV DIARY: INTERNET LOVE: “If people cannot admit their HIV status on a dating site where they are practically invisible, then I'm guessing they continue that lie all the way through the first date and into the bedroom,” writes Hayden Horner.
MAMBA TRAVEL: MAGICAL MOZAMBIQUE: A fantastic - exclusively gay - long-weekend package in magical Mozambique from 24 to 28 November. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to really get away!
JACQ OF ALL TRADES: Mambaonline meets the recently-renamed Idols finalist, Jacq, who’s set to perform at the Queer City Mega Pride party. He talks about using his hunky good looks, performing for his gay fans and cutting his trademark hair.
MAMBA BOOKS: We look at two local books dealing with gay issues; the award-winning coming-out novel Ice In the Lungs and Protest and Celebration, which documents sixteen years of Joburg Pride. Win copies!
CELEBRITY GOSSIP: A new hunky Lost cast member; Whitney and Liza’s divorces; Rupert Everett’s revealing autobiography; Brad’s stand on same-sex marriage, Jake Gyllenhaal’s sex secrets and more…
ANOTHER CLUB BITES THE DUST: It seems that Gauteng clubbing is in a permanent state of disarray – as opposed to the more solid Cape Town experience. So what clubbing options remain in Gauteng?
TAKE A BOW: Will and Grace finally take a bow as the award-winning sitcom comes to an end on SA television after eight seasons. While some will watch the finale with teary eyes, others will be relieved that the show finally called it quits.
EDITORIAL: GAY MARRIAGES NIXED?: The government has caved in to conservatives and nixed the idea of same-sex marriage, opting to legalise civil unions instead. It’s a form of sexual-orientation apartheid say activists.
MAMBA MOTORING: Christo Valentyn takes a look at the new Audi S3, the return of Dodge, three new upcoming VW Polo models and the remarkable success of the Tata brand in South Africa.
JOBURG PRIDE: WHAT’S AT STAKE: It may come as no surprise that this year’s upcoming Joburg Pride celebrations are again the subject of controversy among members of the city’s gay community.
JEFF STRYKES BACK: Jeff Stryker, the legendary adult film star, is starring in a one man play in Hollywood. Jimmy Palmieri took in the show and briefly caught up with the man and his ample assets.
CELEBRITY GOSSIP: The Jake Gyllenhaal, Matthew McConaughey and Lance Armstrong threesome, Becks and Posh’s impostors, Robbie supports George Michael, Tom Cruise fired, and Boy George ends his street cleaning career.
INTIMACY FREAK OUT: PART 2: Brian Rzepczynski takes another look at intimacy struggles that are relatively common in gay relationships. He addresses some of the intimacy fears that could block your potential for true connection with a partner.