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Can pornography be healthy? If it follows six rules, perhaps

A ‘deeply controversial’ research project has laid out a set of criteria for ‘healthy porn’, with the aim of developing ‘porn literacy’ in young adults

The Guardian - AU · Jun 9, 2023

'I can’t get it out of my mind': new research reveals the suffering of people whose dogs died after eating 1080 poison baits

Use of sodium fluoroacetate poison baits – commonly known as 1080 – to kill unwanted animals is widespread in Australia. But it occurs largely out of sight and out of mind. We may see signs warning the baits have been laid, but we rarely see the consequences.

The Conversation · Jun 6, 2023

Brain fog and fatigue are some of its well-known symptoms. But how do I know if I have long COVID?

Scientists still don't know what causes it, how to treat it — or even how to best diagnose it. So how do we know if we have long COVID?

ABC News · May 31, 2023

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The science is in on healthy ageing: Use it or lose it – how to stay stronger for longer

But what if you’re in your 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s? Is it 'too late' to build muscle and fight sarcopenia? Here’s what the research says.

The New Daily · May 17, 2023

Australians’ satisfaction with life is at its lowest level in two decades

Those aged 76 and older reported the highest average wellbeing (78.7 out of 100), and those aged 18-25 the lowest.

The New Daily · May 11, 2023

Australians' satisfaction with life is at its lowest level in two decades

Australians’ satisfaction with life as a whole is at its lowest level in 21 years, according to the latest Australian Unity Wellbeing Index survey, a collaboration between Deakin University and mutual company Australian Unity.

The Conversation · May 10, 2023

Rose Petrohilos is a medical intern, and part of the changing face of diverse doctors

Just months after giving birth at the age of 22, Rose Petrohilos emerged from the newborn "fog" and decided to study medicine. The gender-diverse parent says thanks to a structural shift in education there is now more diversity among doctors.

ABC News · May 6, 2023

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What Moscow's invasion of Ukraine has meant for Russian students studying in Australia

Many Russian students in Australia have been wary of speaking publicly since the invasion of Ukraine but those who are willing to talk say Moscow's decision has had many consequences.

ABC News · Apr 13, 2023

Uni lecturer 'deeply sorry' for wife's stabbing murder

A Deakin University lecturer who killed his wife at their family home after an argument about childcare has apologised to a court for the brutal murder.

AAP · Mar 17, 2023

Economic ties in focus for PM’s first India visit

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is heading to India in a bid to boost the bilateral relationship.

The New Daily · Mar 7, 2023

Economic ties in focus for PM's first Indian innings

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is hoping his Indian tour fares better than the Australian cricket team as he goes into bat for a stronger economic partnership.

AAP · Mar 7, 2023

Deakin University to become first foreign tertiary institution with campus in India

Gift City site will deliver cybersecurity and business analytics courses to 100 students a year

The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2023

Pollution sensing backpacks to help kids breathe easier

Melbourne school children are set to hit the streets kitted out in special air quality monitoring backpacks as part of a study to monitor pollution.

AAP · Mar 6, 2023

How to avoid ultra processed foods

Some "healthy" foods are actually ultra processed foods masquerading as something healthful

Salon · Mar 3, 2023

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The New Daily · Feb 25, 2023

From TV to TikTok, young people are exposed to gambling promotions everywhere

Kids see gambling ads at local shopping centres, sporting matches and during TV shows. The gambling industry is hooking its next generation

The New Daily · Feb 24, 2023

Clear nutrition info encourages healthier eating, so here’s how Australia can improve food labelling

The addition of better food labelling could be used to clearly show products high in risky nutrients such as sodium and sugar.

ABC News · Feb 15, 2023

New bird flu strain in mammals overseas has Australian experts worried

Millions of birds have died from a new strain of avian flu sweeping the globe, and while it has not been detected in Australia yet, experts are worried the virus also has been found in mammals.

ABC News · Jan 21, 2023

Solar panels are leading the clean energy revolution, but recycling them isn't easy

Used solar panels cannot go into landfill, but recycling them is difficult and the profit margins are slim. Now, researchers say they have found an easy way to refine a substance from the panels that is worth more than $60,000 per kilogram.

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The Guardian - AU · Jan 16, 2023

Lecturer detects bot use in one-fifth of assessments as concerns mount over AI in exams

Deakin University’s Sally Brandon says technology ‘not going away’ as educators strive to adapt to use of software such as ChatGPT

The New Daily · Dec 19, 2022

Christmas lunch: Foods that do, and don’t, eat into your budget

Christmas lunch is going to cost more this year as soaring inflation bites into family budgets, but not everything has gone up in price.

AAP · Dec 13, 2022

Brown sets sights on Cadel Evans race

The classics-style course at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race has Australian cycling star Grace Brown seeking a big result in Geelong.

ABC News · Nov 30, 2022

The drunker you get, the less likely you are to realise how drunk you are, study finds

People with low blood alcohol levels are more likely to overestimate how drunk they are and those with high blood alcohol levels are more likely to underestimate, a new study finds.

ABC News · Nov 29, 2022

Deakin University to face Fair Work Commission over wage theft allegations

The tertiary education union is taking the university to the fair work watchdog. It alleges that university staff have been underpaid staff millions of dollars.

Salon · Nov 28, 2022

Why babies may be eating too much sugar

What can parents do about it?

The New Daily · Nov 13, 2022

Crypto scams will increase over the holidays – here’s what you need to know to not fall victim

Scammers become more active during the holidays, targeting us while we have our guard down. Here are some scams to be aware of.

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