Anyone who has sat through a night of howling wind with a frightened child knows the feeling: you want to reassure them, and you're not entirely sure what to say. Sesame Workshop has just launched a new initiative built for exactly that moment, a set of free resources designed to help children, families and communities prepare for, cope with, and recover from extreme weather, whether that's a hurricane, a flood or a bushfire. It begins with a brand new special, Storm on Sesam

Wedding dress codes are becoming more confusing, but a fashion expert says one simple rule can take the stress out of choosing the perfect guest outfit.

Chemical exfoliation isn't one-size-fits-all anymore, with skincare brands increasingly offering different strengths to suit everything from sensitive skin to stubborn congestion.

Photo: Jonathan Kemper from Unsplash. When you’re lucky enough to have a garden with your home, you’ll need to look after it. But this can often end up taking a lot more time and effort than many people would want to put into it. This doesn’t always need to be as much of an issue as you’d think. There are plenty of ways to make garden maintenance easier for yourself while still making sure your garden looks and feels amazing. Five of these are worth starting off with because

Photo: Unsplash Feeling totally swamped and running on empty? You're definitely not alone. Life just keeps getting faster, and it's easy to feel like you're barely keeping your head above water. The good news is you don't need a whole week off to hit the reset button. By adding a few simple, thoughtful habits to your day, you can dial down the stress and find your calm again. Start Your Day with Intention, Not a Screen What's the very first thing you do when you wake up? If y

For people who have tried and failed to stick with calorie-counting diets, new Australian research suggests intermittent fasting may offer a more sustainable path to weight loss.

The Korean skincare obsession shows no signs of slowing, with an Australian beauty brand launching a product inspired by the coveted "jelly skin" trend.

You can tell a lot about a country by what its men are doing with their afternoons off. And right now, a record number of Australian blokes are spending them at the urologist, having a very permanent conversation about their future. New research from Adelaide University has found that vasectomies are booming, and the reasons say as much about the price of a house as they do about the state of the modern relationship. The numbers are up. Way up. In the first study of its kind,

Marriage is no longer the ultimate goal for many Australians over 40, with new research revealing a shift towards independence, emotional maturity and relationships on their own terms.

Cabins, roadside motels and regional accommodation are becoming more appealing Luxury travel has long been associated with five-star hotels, fine dining and lavish resorts. But new research suggests many Australians are redefining what a premium holiday looks like, opting instead for road trips, regional destinations and simple accommodation that offers freedom rather than extravagance. According to research from East Coast Car Rentals, younger Australians are leading the shi

Plastic containers are falling out of favour as more Australians embrace glass for food storage, cooking and entertaining, driven by health, sustainability and practicality.

Regular exercise could become another weapon in the fight against smoking, with new research showing it can reduce cravings and increase the chances of quitting.