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The art of connection

The art of connection

Finding new friendships later in life can feel different from how it once did, but...

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Smartphone skills

Smartphone skills

Smartphones are designed to be used intuitively, and once you understand a few core ideas,...

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Why we lose objects in plain sight

Why we lose objects in plain sight

Many households will recognise this familiar exchange. One person insists an object simply isn’t there:...

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Is crossing your legs bad for you?

Is crossing your legs bad for you?

The received wisdom about damage to knees, back and even causing varicose veins is off...

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Passive screen time and dementia risk

Passive screen time and dementia risk

Katia Hetter from CNN reports that watching television and other “mentally passive” sedentary behaviours are...

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Do you taste words or hear colours?

Do you taste words or hear colours?

Have you ever tasted a word, or seen colours while listening to music? If you...

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Doing away with dust

Doing away with dust

Household dust is made up of the detritus of our everyday lives and everyday selves:...

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New Zealand leads in sustainable food habits

New Zealand leads in sustainable food habits

Swedish home furnishing giant IKEA has released the 2026 Cooking and Eating Global Report, and...

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Is the superannuation boost enough?

Is the superannuation boost enough?

Superannuitants, are among the New Zealanders who have received additional support from 1 April, as...

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