Podcast listeners more curious than neurotic A study by the University of Washington has found that those who listen to podcasts are more curious than neurotic and less neurotic than open-minded, according to online science magazine Science Daily. The study was based on over 2,000 people who were asked questions to evaluate their curiosity, openness […]
As many studies have already reported, during 2020 the number of mental illness symptoms in the population increased due to social distancing measures, increased lockdowns, and general disruption to normal life due to the COVID pandemic. For this reason, the prevalence of seasonal affective/affective disorders and depression is also expected to hit record highs in […]
Australians Paying Double For Plant-Based Processed Products Despite their growing ubiquity in Australian supermarkets, vegan products are still significantly more expensive than their meat counterparts, according to new research from consumer advocacy group Choice. The survey looked at products in a wide variety of grocery stores, from guacamole to fruit pies, and found that processed […]
Outdoor Living Trends in 2022 Whether you have a sprawling backyard, a cozy front porch, or a sliver of a balcony, today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly being designed for everyday use, rather than sporadic weekend parties or warm-weather grill-outs. Many homeowners now depend on these outdoor areas to provide additional living space, a peaceful escape, […]
Misleading packaging A study by Australian consumer advocacy group Choice found that many snacks sold for young children have misleading packaging that belies the high sugar content. Choice studied 78 packaged baby foods, comparing package pictures and product claims with nutritional information and ingredient lists, and found that 58% contained added sugars that are harmful […]
Screening potential roommates When Sydney resident Evelyn Bratchford’s roommate tested positive for Covid this week, she was at her boyfriend’s house. Not wanting to go home and risk exposure, she says, “Now I feel like a lost egg.” I showed up at a friend’s house last night with a small bag of stuff from a […]
Clean Your Kitchen Without Harmful Chemicals For some people, “purity” means “chemistry.” In fact, they just can’t imagine cleaning the kitchen without their huge arsenal of cleaning products, each containing one potent chemical after another. After all, they insist, how can you get something truly clean and sanitised without bleach, ammonia, or phosphates? The problem […]
The Typical Life Expectancy Of A Refrigerator How long does a refrigerator run? The typical lifespan of a refrigerator is 10 to 15 years, and the average refrigerator with either a bottom or top freezer can operate reliably for about 13 years. However, the lifespan of a refrigerator varies by model, so don’t rely solely […]
There are plenty of 2022 interior design trends that are already making a splash in 2022, so today I’d like to dig into some of the bigger ones so you can take them home on your own this year. Join us as we explore the evolution of styles and design trends that will make a […]
Melbourne house prices are climbing by nearly $800 a day and there is no sign that the housing markets are about to cool down as the economy picks up and the Reserve Bank remains committed to maintaining record interest rates for years to come. Commonwealth Bank now expects house prices to decline, starting this year, […]
