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The most trusted professions in Australia
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The most trusted professions in Australia

You may be surprised at these survey results that rank some of the most common professions.
Can you pass this brainteasing colour quiz?
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Can you pass this brainteasing colour quiz?

If you're an artist or work in graphic design, this quiz will be a breeze. Do you think your eyes are trained enough to notice a very slight difference in colour shades?
15 Earth Day facts you should know
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14 Earth Day facts you should know

Our planet is in peril – and it's an Earth Day fact that this day was created 51 years ago to raise awareness about the importance of taking action now.
21 fascinating facts behind the mystery of pi
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21 fascinating facts behind the mystery of pi

Find out why this ancient mathematical constant gets an annual celebration – one that's growing every year!
14 weird brain exercises that help you get smarter
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14 weird brain exercises that help you get smarter

Giving your brain new experiences will keep it healthier. Try these mini mental workout exercises to prevent memory loss and sharpen your mind.
19 lies you were told as a kid – that you probably still believe
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19 lies you were told as a kid – that you probably still believe

We’d bet that you believed all of these lies – until today.
50 hidden meanings behind the most common dreams
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50 hidden meanings behind the most common dreams

Wondering what your dream last night really meant? Chances are, it’s doesn’t mean what you think it does.
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7 inventors who regretted their inventions

What do Labradoodles, Mother’s Day, and emoticons have in common? Their creators rue the day they thought them up.
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13 strange body facts you’ve always wondered about
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13 strange body facts you’ve always wondered about

We asked experts for true stories and odd human body facts. What they told us might surprise you.
forensic fraudsters
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Crime scene criminals: When fraudsters work forensics

US crime shows are hits on TV; but in real life, American forensics is riddled with flaws and fraud
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6 ways to give plastic use the flick

Here are 6 easy ways you can say no to single-use plastic in your daily life.
Thought-provoking, True Stories & Lifestyle Advice

Learning to relax

There’s no avoiding it - stress is a fact of life. Learning to relax could be the strongest defence against this modern-day curse.
How To Think Big And Realise Your Goals
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How to think big and realise your goals

How do you reach a goal, change your life, realise a dream? If you delve into the backstories of successful people, a common theme emerges: They think big.
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