Alcohol ad binge boosts risky drinking in young people
When it comes to alcohol, the more ads we see, the more we drink, especially if we’re young. That’s...
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Boosting confidence doesn’t help woman at work
Assertiveness is linked to professional success, so ambitious women should work on building their confidence, right? Wrong, according to...
New cancer test could be the thin edge of the wedge
How do you detect the first, faintest warning signs of cancer? Researchers at Monash University think they have the...
‘Hologram’ tool brings new dimension to bushfire control
Ever been confused by a map? We all know the feeling. But it’s the last thing you want when...
Walking faster could keep you a step ahead of death
If you like to hot step it then here’s some welcome news. Walking faster could help you keep a...
Early morning exercise could beat dementia and stroke
A bout of early morning exercise might just be the thing older people need to beat dementia and stroke....
Discovery helps scratch a deadly itch causing wombats woe
Surprise findings about an itchy skin complaint plaguing wombats and koalas have scientists scratching their heads. But the researchers...
How a giant tortoise could unlock the secret to long life and curing cancer
We all want to live forever, right? Well thanks to a world-famous giant tortoise and some clever work by...
Dung beetles reveal their top dropping
Most of us would struggle to tell one pile from another but dung beetles clearly distinguish the first rate...
Supplement finding a bitter pill for ageing & the brain
Vitamins and supplements are no magic pill when it comes to warding off the effects of ageing on our...