51 h. ago Does it make a difference how you get your daily step quota? A new study says yes

A new, Australian-led study reveals a difference between the benefits of attaining steps through exercise ‘snacks’ and longer sessions. The findings have significant implications for those who are the least active.

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3 d. ago Sarytogan awards key DFS contracts for Kazakh graphite project

Sarytogan Graphite has awarded engineering contracts for the definitive feasibility study on its massive Kazakhstan graphite project to global heavyweights Wood and WSP.

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3 d. ago What to stream this week: Emma Thompson’s detective thriller, plus five more picks

While Down Cemetery Road will be compared to Slow Horses, once you lean into the considerable differences it comes into its own.

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4 d. ago PFAS pollution lowers sperm count in mice, alters their embryos: study

The chemical exposure given to laboratory mice mimicked the real-world profile of PFAS-contaminated water from Williamtown.

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4 d. ago The VCE English exam question that had some students rejoicing

Practise paid off for some students who studied Sunset Boulevard when a question on the exam was near identical to one on a study test made by a popular tuition company.

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5 d. ago Revealed: Port Phillip’s dirtiest and cleanest beaches ranked

The EPA has tested water quality at Melbourne’s beaches – here’s how they ranked, and why this summer could be different.

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5 d. ago Was the HSC biology exam a copy and paste job? Spot the difference

The chances somebody did not copy and paste elements of the 2025 HSC exam from a Western Australian exam are more than one in a trillion. NESA disputes that the questions were copied.

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5 d. ago From $0 to $6000: Here’s what ‘good’ financial advice really looks like

There are many different tiers of financial advice. Here’s what to expect from a few of them.

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5 d. ago Could we be turning the corner on peanut allergies? A new study offers hope

Australia has one of the highest rates of infant food allergies in the world. But new research from the US is producing promising results.

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5 d. ago What the Block’s shock auction results could mean for the show – and its new rival

It was always going to be different without billionaire buyer Adrian Portelli, but nobody expected it to be this different.

Events

6 d. ago ‘That’s a huge step’: Cummins to start bowling this week, targets Gabba Ashes return

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins has been officially ruled out of the first Ashes Test due to his back stress injury, with Steve Smith to lead the side in Perth.

Events

6 d. ago Meet five of Victoria’s best young chefs you’ve never heard of – yet

The Age Good Food Guide 2026 Young Chef of the Year finalists will cook together at a special dinner next month celebrating their different styles.

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6 d. ago Sport helps kids do better at school. Here’s the best time to get them started

Academics and sport are often pitted against each other. But a study showing that sport can enhance rather than hinder school performance presents further evidence to incorporate both.

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6 d. ago Charles Spencer reveals new details about Princess Diana eulogy

Charles Spencer admits the eulogy he planned to share at Princess Diana’s funeral was “very different” from what he read.

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8 d. ago The rapidly evolving hipster neighbourhood that’s New York on steroids

Williamsburg once felt like an entirely different city to Manhattan. Now it is the epicentre of everything hot in New York.

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8 d. ago Merrett’s Instagram post endorses Solomon’s switch from boardroom to coaches’ box; Power great says Butters will leave

The disgruntled Essendon captain’s post suggests the move could be a first step in healing his relationship with the club he wanted to leave.

Sport

8 d. ago Blues cut contracted duo; Merrett post endorses Solomon’s switch; Power great says Butters will leave

The Blues have cut two young players in a ruthless call. Meanwhile, Zach Merrett’s post about Dean Solomon could be a first step in healing his relationship with the club he wanted to leave.

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9 d. ago As cruise giants keep getting bigger, others are doing the opposite

A flotilla of new mini-sized cruise ships is attracting holidaymakers looking for a different, more exclusive experience.

Politics

9 d. ago Merrett’s Instagram post endorses Solomon’s switch from boardroom to coaches’ box

The disgruntled Essendon captain’s post suggests the move could be a first step in healing his relationship with the club he wanted to leave. 

Sport

9 d. ago For doctors, uncertainty is a fact. But we must be brave, take risks – and save lives

Medicine needs more evidence creators, not just evidence users. I implore students and young doctors to step up.

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