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Health
Intermittent fasting shows no clear advantage for weight loss, study finds
The Conversation | February 26, 2026
New research shows intermittent fasting is no more effective for weight loss than receiving traditional dietary advice.
Work
Wages are falling: Why $100k is no longer considered a ‘good’ salary
The Conversation | February 25, 2026
Nearly half of full-time Australian workers now earn six figures, yet rising inflation has reshaped what $100,000 actually means.
Relationships
Why modern relationship frustration looks so familiar
The Conversation | February 16, 2026
The current debate over gender relations may feel new, but it is a consistent historical response to long-standing structural inequities.
Work
Progress on gender equality at work is slow and uneven, study finds
The Conversation | February 2, 2026
Research shows gender equality at work has stalled, with unpaid care, pay gaps and job segregation to limiting women’s opportunities.
Work
How to get managers to say yes to flexible work arrangements, according to study
The Conversation | January 28, 2026
Want flexible work arrangements? New research reveals how to make a compelling case and get your manager to say yes.
Health
Will the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ help you sleep better?
The Conversation | January 15, 2026
The ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ is having a moment on social media. But what is it? And will it stop you fighting over the doona?
Wellbeing
Ice baths and marathons: Obsession with ‘wellness’ driven by ancient instincts
The Conversation | January 12, 2026
Wellness culture is an intoxicating mix, blending preferences for health, fertility and status with the signalling power of social media.
Health
Does ‘fasted’ cardio help you lose weight? Here’s the science
The Conversation | October 2, 2025
Some swear exercising before breaking your fast is the most efficient way to lose body fat. But what does the research say?
Life
House or apartment? City or country? The big things to consider when buying a first home
The Conversation | October 1, 2025
A housing expert unpacks three of the biggest questions facing prospective first-home buyers.