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How folk music went from daggy to cool: Only about a decade ago, any serious young musician in Australia would run a mile from being labelled as “folk”. But among the new beards in the inner city, along with a returned desire for the organic over the urban, the term is increasingly...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/144-how-folk-music-went-from-daggy-to-cool
Ice psychosis: what is it, and why do only some users get it?: It doesn't matter if you're male, female, young or old, the major risk factor for ice induced psychosis is how much you use it and how addicted you are.from www.shutterstock.com There is growing concern about crystal methamphetamine (ice) use in...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/143-ice-psychosis-what-is-it-and-why-do-only-some-users-get-it
The quest for the convivial city: how do ours fare?: What comes to mind when you think of the word “convivial”? Likely, images of happiness, freedom, relaxation and ease: people interacting pleasantly without constraint or conflict. The idea of conviviality isn’t simply a lack of negative attributes; it...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/142-the-quest-for-the-convivial-city-how-do-ours-fare
Why do we need food?: Food helps recharge your batteries. This is an article from Curious Kids, a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in questions they’d like an expert to answer. All questions are welcome – serious, weird or wacky! You might also...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/3363-why-do-we-need-food
what should I eat to improve my skin?: “Get radiant skin!” “Banish your pimples!” “Glow from the inside out!” These are some statements that pop up when asking Google the age-old question: what should I eat to improve my skin? Recommendations usually include cutting out chocolate, other...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/1477-what-should-i-eat-to-improve-my-skin
What does it mean to be immunocompromised? And why does this increase your risk of coronavirus?: Immunocompromised is a broad term reflecting the fact someone’s immune system isn’t as strong and balanced as it should be. Because immunocompromised people’s immune systems are defective or ineffective, they’re unable to stop invasion and colonisation...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/9515-what-does-it-mean-to-be-immunocompromised-and-why-does-this-increase-your-risk-of-coronavirus
do I really need a specific shoe for a specific sport?: Over the past 40 years the “modern” sports shoe has evolved from the all-purpose sneaker to an abundance of sport-specific shoes which you can check out with Shoe Hero. Given we have so much choice – and with encouragement from big brands and keen shop...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/3805-do-i-really-need-a-specific-shoe-for-a-specific-sport
Should raw sushi-eaters be worried about tapeworms?: There are multiple opportunities to detect tapeworm cysts and larvae before the sushi makes it to our plate.Epicurrence Australians love their sushi and consume more than 115 million servings of seaweed-wrapped rolls and sashimi (slices of raw fish)...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/150-should-raw-sushi-eaters-be-worried-about-tapeworms
Young Australians are drinking less – but older people are still hitting the bottle hard: Young Australians are drinking less and less. But why?Shutterstock Recent research has provided yet more evidence that teen drinking in Australia is in steep decline. We first summarised this trend in 2015, and subsequent surveys have shown that the...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/151-young-australians-are-drinking-less-–-but-older-people-are-still-hitting-the-bottle-hard
$60 million to save the Great Barrier Reef is a drop in the ocean, but we have to try: The Great Barrier Reef has never faced such a dire future. Amid increasingly doom-laden headlines, the federal government this week unveiled a recovery package aimed at securing the reef’s prospects. The question is whether this is indeed a rescue, or...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/167-$60-million-to-save-the-great-barrier-reef-is-a-drop-in-the-ocean-but-we-have-to-try
What is kombucha and how do the health claims stack up?: Kombucha is made from either a green or black tea base, with some interesting additions.Matt Hoffman The drink kombucha was previously only popular in hipster cafes, but is now vying for space on the supermarket shelves. Many claims are made about the...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/165-what-is-kombucha-and-how-do-the-health-claims-stack-up
Speaking with: David Field about unusual crimes that have changed the law: Is sleepwalking a legitimate defence for murder? Are victims of family violence protected against the premeditated killing of their abuser? Professor David Field has worked as a public prosecutor, a criminal defence lawyer and as the solicitor for...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/163-speaking-with-david-field-about-unusual-crimes-that-have-changed-the-law
Curious Kids: How do scientists work out how old the Earth is?: It turns out that the world is about 4,600,000,000 years old. That's 4.6 billion years. That's pretty old!Marcella Cheng/The Conversation, CC BY-NC-ND This is an article from Curious Kids, a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/161-curious-kids-how-do-scientists-work-out-how-old-the-earth-is
Companies that pay more tax deliver shareholders better returns: new study: Treasurer Scott Morrison is quick to spruik the shareholder benefits of cutting corporate tax rates further, as the usual logic goes that if a corporation pays less tax, shareholders should get a greater return. But in a recent pilot study, we found...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/160-companies-that-pay-more-tax-deliver-shareholders-better-returns-new-study
Australians rate the most significant events in their lifetimes – and show the 'fair go' is still most valued: Same-sex marriage becoming legal was rated by as the most significant event in their history by the largest proportion of respondents.AAP/Lukas Coch Every little while, we have a panic about history. We’re having one right now, over Australia Day. A...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/159-australians-rate-the-most-significant-events-in-their-lifetimes-–-and-show-the-fair-go-is-still-most-valued
The moral value of wilderness: Pause and reflect on what really makes wilderness valuable.John O'Neill/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Let us imagine that humanity has almost died out and only a few people remain. Out of resentment or despair, the survivors cater to their destructive...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/158-the-moral-value-of-wilderness
How to gently prepare your child for prep: Parents can effectively manage their children's relationships with schools in many positive ways. Shutterstock This piece is the first in a series that draws on the latest research on back to school transitions. In it, the experts explain how best to...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/154-how-to-gently-prepare-your-child-for-prep
Moral rights, artistic integrity and Cory Bernardi's Australia Day playlist: Amid the debate over changing the date of Australia Day and Triple J’s announcement of moving the Hottest 100 countdown, Senator Cory Bernardi, leader of the Australian Conservative political party, has sparked criticism for arranging his own Australia...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/152-moral-rights-artistic-integrity-and-cory-bernardi-s-australia-day-playlist
How does being overweight affect my fertility?: Diet and exercise are more likely to succeed when done together. The proportion of Australians who are overweight or obese is at an all-time high. We know excess weight is linked to many adverse health consequences, but there is now growing...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/1583-how-does-being-overweight-affect-my-fertility
Your Christmas shopping could harm or help the planet. Which will it be?: Many Australian consumers are concerned at the environmental impact of their shopping habits, especially at Christmas.AAP Australian shoppers are set to spend $52.7 billion this Christmas. In the words of the retail industry, we are “stampeding” to...; https://modernaustralian.com/news/8164-your-christmas-shopping-could-harm-or-help-the-planet-which-will-it-be

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