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  1. 'Concerning' surge in cannabis hospital admissions

    Cannabis-related hospitalisations, including psychotic disorders, have surged in one state, with a particular spike among women and girls.

  2. 'A calling': women's work strengthens rural Australia

    A farmer finding the sector's next generation and an academic training rural first responders have been honoured for work to make country communities stronger.

  3. The Ritual: Showpo CEO Jane Lu details her daily routine

    Showpo CEO and founder, podcast host, mum of two: With so many plates spinning, here's how Jane Lu prioritises her body and mind in her daily routine.

  4. The six things experts wish every runner did to avoid injury

    Running is unforgiving. But if you follow this advice, you’ll lower your chances of doing your body damage.

  5. Enjoyed your weekend? You have a resident of this UK city to thank for it

    Overshadowed by its rival Manchester, Salford has its own claims to fame, including the pioneering work of Sir Ian McKellen’s great-great-grandfather in getting workers some time off.

  6. Think Japan’s bullet trains couldn’t get any better? They just did

    They’re fast, punctual and clean. Now, 60 years after they launched, Shinkansen trains can now add another adjective to the list: luxurious.

  7. The ‘best time’ to visit Europe no longer exists

    Visiting Italy in a supposed off-peak period, my train was so crowded I had to stand up for the entire 90-minute journey. It shouldn’t be like this.

  8. Enjoy your weekend? You have a resident of this UK city to thank

    Overshadowed by its rival Manchester, Salford has its own claims to fame, including the pioneering work of Sir Ian McKellen’s great-great-grandfather in getting workers time off.

  9. Brain scans reveal shocking truth about ultra-processed foods as Australian farmers call for change

    A groundbreaking investigation has exposed the devastating impact that will make you think twice before reaching for that next snack.

  10. More than 80 per cent of Australians aren’t getting enough fibre, study shows

    A nutrition study has found that 83 per cent of Australians are failing to get enough of a key nutrient — and it isn’t protein.