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Popular tunes like ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’ can remind us of holidays past and act as powerful emotional cues.
Though new holiday music is released every year, you might find yourself returning to the same few tunes, thanks to your brain’s love of patterns.
Also known as bûche de Noël, this wholesome take on the traditional festive dessert will keep you satiated without worry.
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An expert breaks down exactly what to look for when shopping for protein bars and shares an easy, no-bake alternative you can make at home.
The filter feeders can help restore coral reefs, and they thrive even in waters that are warmer because of climate change.
With seaweed farming upended by warming waters and pollution, some locals are growing natural sponges that are popular as eco-friendly products.
For students curious about using artificial intelligence, it is crucial to think of it as a tool that supports – not completes – your work.
Whether you are directly affected, joined volunteer efforts or watched the tragedy unfold in the news, looking after mental health is key.
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Learn about the germs that may be hiding in your reusable water bottle and how to clean your bottle properly.
Uncover the germs hiding in your drinking companions and learn how to clean them properly to stay safe and healthy.
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As reliance on technology grows, experts warn that predictive text may hinder independent thinking and communication skills in teenagers.
At just 15, the first female driver from Singapore to compete in F4 is inspiring a new generation of racers.
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This page is for students who want to take their reading comprehension to the next level with difficult vocabulary and questions to test their inference skills.
Blue lights from devices like mobile phones, tablets could lead to skin inflammation and breakouts, one expert says.
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Global warming and human activities, such as fishing, put species at risk of becoming endangered – or worse.
Updated list of endangered species from the world’s top conservation body cites habitat loss, maritime traffic and global warming as reasons for declining populations.
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Desexing or ‘fixing’ your pet can help prevent illness, reduce strays and minimise unwanted behaviour.
The tiny microorganism is very important for the environment and produces about 20 per cent of the new oxygen in our atmosphere.
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A clinical psychologist explains how the hobby keeps you hooked and when it can become a problem.
A psychologist explains how mystery collectibles – where you don’t discover what you have bought until you open the box – activate the adolescent brain’s reward system.
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When there is a potential threat, the different parts of the brain work at the same time to protect us and figure out if it’s a real threat.