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Be mindful not to lose hope in stressful times

Hope trumps mindfulness in stressful situations, according to a new study, which analysed the unique circumstances presented by the COVID pandemic. Researchers in the

Billion-dollar shot for local solar panel production

Australian manufacturers can now access a $500m pool of funding to advance local production of solar panels. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is

Weekend catch-up sleep lowers heart risk

Catching up on sleep on the weekends has been linked to a 20 percent lower risk of developing heart disease. A UK Biobank study of more than 90,000 people over 14 years

Genetic test flags cirrhosis risk in drinkers

A new genetic test will help determine if a heavy drinker is likely to develop the severe liver disease cirrhosis. An international team lead by the Centenary Institute,

City focus in battle against disinformation

Australian city councils will soon have access to a new tool to counter the spread of disinformation in their regions. Researchers from Australian universities and

Recycling breakthrough in wind turbine blades

Fully recyclable wind turbine blades are a step closer, with developers optimistic they will help end the process of old blades ending up in landfill. Researchers at the

Jimmy Barnes and son Australia’s top dads

Entertainment stars Jimmy Barnes and son David Campbell are our top fathers, after being recognised as joint Australian Fathers of the Year by The Fathering Project. The

Heat on urban design as Brisbane swelters to end winter

As Brisbane’s last day of winter tomorrow is set to see the mercury soar well into the 30s, a new study has looked at ways we can mitigate heat in our urban

Problem gamblers opt in to digital support tool

More than 28,000 Australians have signed up to an online tool which blocks them from using betting apps, with the majority seeking the extra support to stop gambling

Roads close as River City fires up

Queensland police are urging Brisbane residents to plan ahead if venturing into the city this weekend. The annual Riverfire event, combined with a Broncos v Dolphins NRL

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