If you have 20 seconds you may be able to decide whether a complete stranger is genetically disposed to help you out. Research looks at the accuracy of first impressions.Do you trust your instincts ab
The Litter Less Campaign offers student groups a chance to investigate the environmental impact of litter, and help tackle it.Littering is one of those problems that we’ve all heard about since kinder
Cognitive behavioural therapy that involves assuming an angry person has had a bad day - and its not your fault - arms you against negative feelings from that angry person.Just telling yourself that
Getting at least 150 minutes of exercise per week helps people sleep significantly better and feel more alert during the day, according to a new study.If going to sleep is the first, and only, thing o
Indoor air is often full of pollutants. Give a houseplant this holiday season, but choose one that cleans the air of toxins. We even supply the gift tags!Indoor air is often full of pollutants. Give a
Short memory lapses can happen to everyone. Staying calm and allowing our mind to run through possibilities is the best antidote to tip-of-the-tongue memory lapses.We’ve all experienced “brain freeze”
A positive outlook can be great for our health. But research shows that negative feedback can bring about positive change.Feeling cranky about your neighbour’s propensity for loud music at all hours?
The increase in antibiotic resistant bacteria has been causing growing concern. A recent review study implicates the nontherapeutic use of antibiotics in food animals.Do you prefer the drumstick or ar
Australia is leading the rest of the world in its attempts to protect the oceans, after it recently announced to create the worlds largest marine reserve.According to news sources, Australia is leadi
Scientists have been studying soccer players to determine the levels of head injuries and trauma from a common practice called \"heading.\" How much is too much?While we’ve been focused lately on head i
