Petroleum jelly isn’t absorbed into the skin so it’s not a moisturiser like lotion. Instead, it forms an ‘occlusive’ barrier on top of the skin. Putting a thin layer over moisturised skin will help ...

The Amazon rainforest is the most biodiverse region on Earth. There are thousands of tree species, most of which grow to between 24 and 30 metres tall, developing huge networks of branches that make ...

That doesn’t make it easy for cat owners to figure out what their furballs are trying to tell them, but, well, that’s cats. “Cats are pretty mysterious to begin with, and with purring, I think they’re ...

Yes, it is possible to take steps that will help you look younger, feel younger, and keep yourself in tip-top shape. What’s more, these steps may slow down the negative affects of ageing and even ...

The theory that an increased use of phones and computers has weakened our overall cognitive ability has been around since 2012. But is it true? In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many ...

You can learn a lot about trust from the people who violate it for a living. “A hood planning a bank holdup might case the treasury for rudimentary facts, but in the end he depends on his gun. A con ...

Stare at a visual puzzle long enough, and it can feel like you’ll never find the solution. You’d think that would be a reason to give up, but the challenge is exciting. And discovering the solution?

Australians are expected to spend almost $70 billion this Christmas, but this doesn’t mean we all need to blow our budgets over the festive season. By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, CQUniversity ...

Yes, to a point. While TP will absorb odours, other options are more efficient, take up less space and generate fewer odd looks from houseguests. Amy, from the parenting blog Amy & Rose, has tried the ...

Mould tends to pop up in areas or on items that get too much moisture, like in the bathroom. To fight the mildew, leave a few bleach-soaked cotton balls where the mould likes to grow (make sure you’re ...

The best part is that science has got your back too. A 2018 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine suggests any form of physical activity counts towards your health. In other words, ...

While luck is a mysterious roll of the dice that may or may not lead to big winnings in your life, some experts believe luck is not merely a matter of chance. Good luck charms like lucky pennies or ...