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  • Noah and Charlotte top Australian baby names again

    Noah and Charlotte top Australian baby names again
    Jan 26 2026
    Noah and Charlotte have topped Australia's most popular baby names list for the third time in four years, according to combined data from state and territory births, deaths and marriages registries. Traditional names like Oliver and Amelia remain strong contenders, while Lily, Sienna, Levi, Hudson, Elijah, Leo and Jack have entered or returned to the top 10. The name Larry peaked in popularity in 1964, while Kylie experienced a brief surge in usage.

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    1 Min.
  • Sydney crochet artist takes London Fashion Week by storm

    Sydney crochet artist takes London Fashion Week by storm
    Jan 26 2026
    Kat Leonardo is a Sydney-based crochet artist who has transformed the traditional craft into high-fashion pieces, with her work featured at London Fashion Week. Starting in 2022 during lockdown, she creates elaborate pieces including aquatic headpieces, crocheted parasols, and custom fashion week ensembles that take anywhere from hours to weeks to complete. Her work draws inspiration from anime, popular culture, cosplaying, and drag queens, earning her a massive online following.

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    6 Min.
  • AI hiring bias and the benefits of power naps

    AI hiring bias and the benefits of power naps
    Jan 26 2026
    Job seekers are experiencing rapid rejections within hours of applying, raising concerns about AI screening in recruitment processes and potential discrimination against mature-aged workers and those with foreign accents. Research shows that afternoon naps of 45 minutes can boost brain function and learning, with effects previously thought to only occur after a full night's sleep. Former First Lady Michelle Obama advocates for parents to avoid making relationship status a priority question when speaking with their children, arguing it sends subliminal messages about their value.

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    8 Min.
  • Christian O'Connell takes breakfast radio national

    Christian O'Connell takes breakfast radio national
    Jan 23 2026
    Christian O'Connell, an English radio presenter, has expanded his Melbourne breakfast show to become Australia's first national commercial breakfast radio programme after seven and a half years on air in Victoria. The show focuses on authentic conversation, kindness and real-life experiences rather than stunts and clickbait content. O'Connell has been personally calling back listeners to thank them and gather feedback during the first week of national broadcast across Australian markets including Sydney, Adelaide and Perth.

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    7 Min.
  • German house airing practice goes viral

    German house airing practice goes viral
    Jan 23 2026
    Luften is a German practice of airing out homes that has gained viral attention. The method involves fully opening windows, often on opposite sides of the house, for five to ten minutes daily throughout the year, including winter. Also called Stoßlüften (shot ventilation) or 'house burping', the practice helps shift stale air, prevent mould growth, and reduce the spread of germs.

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    1 Min.
  • Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands

    Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands
    Jan 23 2026
    Political tensions escalate as Nationals leader David Littleproud declares the Coalition agreement untenable while Susan Lee remains Liberal leader, marking the second breakdown in eight months. A proposal to ban bull bars from urban areas emerges following Australia's pedestrian deaths reaching an 18-year high, though critics question the practicality of enforcement. Generation Z consumers are driving demand for ultra-fast delivery services, forcing smaller retailers to transform their shop floors into mini warehouses to compete with same-day delivery options from companies like Amazon.

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    7 Min.
  • Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands

    Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands
    Jan 23 2026
    Political tensions escalate as Nationals leader David Littleproud declares the Coalition agreement untenable while Susan Lee remains Liberal leader, marking the second breakdown in eight months. A proposal to ban bull bars from urban areas emerges following Australia's pedestrian deaths reaching an 18-year high, though critics question the practicality of enforcement. Generation Z consumers are driving demand for ultra-fast delivery services, forcing smaller retailers to transform their shop floors into mini warehouses to compete with same-day delivery options from companies like Amazon.

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    7 Min.
  • Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands

    Coalition chaos, bull bar debate and delivery demands
    Jan 23 2026
    Political tensions escalate as Nationals leader David Littleproud declares the Coalition agreement untenable while Susan Lee remains Liberal leader, marking the second breakdown in eight months. A proposal to ban bull bars from urban areas emerges following Australia's pedestrian deaths reaching an 18-year high, though critics question the practicality of enforcement. Generation Z consumers are driving demand for ultra-fast delivery services, forcing smaller retailers to transform their shop floors into mini warehouses to compete with same-day delivery options from companies like Amazon.

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    7 Min.