Larissa Ham
The Sydney Morning Herald
Australia
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An afternoon nap could help boost mental agility – but it’s about timing
A new study found those who who enjoyed a post-lunch kip had significantly higher cognitive performance than the non-nappers, but it doesn’t mean we should all be incorporating an afternoon siesta into our routines. → Read More
Why global fashion brands are taking a stand on sustainability
Fashion has turned its focus on the environment to create a more sustainable model. → Read More
Seven signs that suggest it's time for you to grow up
It's a growing trend for adult men - and some women - to run away at the thought of adulting. → Read More
'Our princess': Girl, 8, dies after being hit by car in Doncaster
Police believe the girl ran out in front of the car, but a family friend had earlier insisted she was not crossing the road when she was struck. → Read More
How to talk about money with your mates and not ruin the friendship
You're on a well-earned good wicket, but knowing how to act gracious about requires some tact. → Read More
How to stop your technology from sharing all your personal information
The digital world has become riddled with trips and traps that are leaking your information to third parties. → Read More
'The horror point was when he said my face would be good at Halloween'
The backlash over a "deeply uncomfortable" interview by ABC broadcaster Jon Faine with disability activist Carly Findlay has continued. → Read More
Melbourne mother and baby daughter killed in car crash in Zimbabwe
Tributes are flowing for a Melbourne mother and her 18-month-old daughter who died after they were killed in a car crash while they were holidaying in Zimbabwe this week. → Read More
'I sold my house to start a business' – how much risk is too much?
Chasing a business dream often requires plenty of financial sacrifice. → Read More
Intelligence, not good looks, is the most important detail in the dating world
In the world of singles, what's below the surface counts more to potential partners. → Read More
Police stunned after 50 shoplifters caught in two-week shopping centre blitz
Fifty shoplifters have been nabbed during a two-week blitz at shopping centre in Melbourne's north. → Read More
Taxis to set their own fares under major industry shake-up
The taxi industry is set for a massive shake-up, with taxi companies able to set their own prices under legislation introduced on Wednesday. → Read More
'It's totally bloody ridiculous': Gas bill for couple's empty unit tops $5k
It's no secret that gas and electricity prices have skyrocketed in recent times. But Wally and Jenny Jacobs three most recent gas bills left them gobsmacked. → Read More
Shorten claims wool tampering rorts wouldn't happen if we made more jumpers here
A wool tampering racket that has targeted Melbourne brokers in recent months wouldn't exist if Australia had a stronger manufacturing sector, says Opposition leader Bill Shorten. → Read More
Measles outbreak: Eight of 11 cases linked to Docklands workplace
Several more people in Melbourne have contracted measles → Read More
Man found dead in back seat after car avoids police stop
A man has been found dead in a car that crashed after the driver sped off when Victoria police tried to pull the vehicle over. → Read More
VicHealth announces $500,000 in funding to help sports venues ditch sugary drinks
VicHealth is trying to convince sports participants to ditch the sugary drinks and get back to basics. → Read More
Melbourne's anti-terror bollards to become permanent fixture
Anti-terror bollards will become a permanent part of Melbourne's streetscape. → Read More
Driver dies after collision with LPG tanker leads to huge blaze in Tyabb
One man has died after a car collided with a tanker carrying flammable material on the Mornington Peninsula. → Read More
'What next - barbed wire?' Anti-terror bollards installed across Melbourne's CBD
Commuters are being greeted by an increasingly familiar sight: large concrete bollards cropping up to help prevent terrorism attacks. → Read More