2012 Water Polo Pan Pacs Women Days 4-6: Stingers Edge China
The Aussie Stingers, Australia's women's water polo team, has tuned up for tomorrow's gold medal showdown with the USA at the Water Polo Pan Pacs by edging out China 8-7 at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre.
Grace Holds Off Elson for Joburg Win
23-year-old Brendan Grace won the Joburg Open by one one shot on Sunday to pick up his maiden European Tour title.
Young Workers Break the Rules
The employment of young and future employees is the single biggest challenge facing the workplace, a recent Cisco report has revealed.
Fluorescent Dye Pinpoints Tiniest Signs of Oesophageal Cancer
A fluorescent dye that can be sprayed onto the oesophagus - the food pipe - could be used to detect oesophageal cancer earlier and spare patients unnecessary treatment, according to research published today (Sunday) in Nature Medicine1.
New Gene Discovery Unlocks Mystery to Epilepsy in Infants
Benign familial infantile epilepsy (BFIE) has been recognised for some time as infantile seizures, without fever, that run in families but the cause has so far eluded researchers. However clinical researchers at the University of Melbourne and Florey Neurosciences Institute and molecular geneticists at the University of South Australia have discovered a gene.
Four Easy Ways to Circulate your Lymphatic Fluid
Everyone knows that the circulatory system has a very famous, much loved central component called the heart.
Glenn Grabs Gold in Beijing
South Australia's Glenn O'Shea, 22, captured his third gold medal of the 2011/12 UCI Track Cycling World Cup Series, winning the men's omnium in Beijing.
Prevent Employee Resignations this New Year
The beginning of the New Year often spells resolutions, and for employees who felt unappreciated and disengaged in 2012, top of their list may be "new year, new career".
Housing Confidence Slumps in NSW, Vic
Property confidence is down in Australia’s biggest states as investors look to resource-rich areas in 2012.
New Jobs Site Enters the Market
A new recruitment website has launched up against the big boys Seek and CareerOne, with the aim of streamlining recruitment processes and helping HR managers save time, money and resources when finding staff.
Workplace Depression: Awareness Better but Stigma Persists
Australian workers have a high level of awareness about depression and anxiety disorders but insufficient training is provided on how to help or identify a colleague who is experiencing depression, according to a recent survey.
FBI Pushes to Classify Undercover Animal Abuse Investigations as 'Terrorism'
The USA Patriot Act, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and various other unconstitutional "anti-terrorism" legislation all appear to be getting turned right back around on the American people.
Skilled Volunteering a Win-Win
Skilled volunteering is the latest trend to sweep corporate Australia, with benefits that filter through every level of the organisation.
Study: Fukushima Killed at least 14,000 People in the U.S., Mostly Babies, in Weeks Following Disaster
For the very first time, a scientific study published in a peer-reviewed journal has come up with a solid estimate of the total number of US deaths caused by the Fukushima nuclear disaster in the weeks following it.
Spratt Simply Splendid
It was a simply splendid performance today by Amanda Spratt who launched an audacius solo attack to claim the elite women's road race crown at the 2012 Mars Cycling Australia Road National Cycling Championships in Buninyong, near Ballarat.
Gerrans GreenEDGE Glory
Victoria's Simon Gerrans, 31, has been crowned Australian champion after a thrilling elite men's road race at the 2012 Mars Cycling Australia Road National Championships in Buninyong, near Ballarat.
Vitamin C Mega-Dosing Continues to Unleash Healing Miracles Around the World
Remember the story of Alan Smith from New Zealand, and his dramatic recovery from a coma with mega-dose vitamin C? That story went viral and was featured in the New Zealand version of "60 Minutes." But some sources didn't have it quite right. The mega-dose vitamin C was not by IV for the last two weeks. They were through a uniquely new oral C product.
Salt - friend or Foe?
For many years we have been told by medical experts and nutritionists alike that it is crucial for our health to cut down on sodium as much as possible. Statistical data seems to show that a high dietary salt intake (primarily consisting in sodium chloride) can put people at risk of cardiovascular complications.
Obama Lawyers Claim Americans who Oppose U.S. Government are 'legitimate' Targets for Government Bombings, Assassinations
Do you remember when Barack Obama, as a senator and onetime constitutional law professor, opposed legislation he felt incriminated on the rights of American citizens?
Managers Urged to Get Personal
Managers are being urged to get to know their staff better, or they risk losing their best and brightest talent in 2012.
UK Most Popular Holiday Destination for Brits
2011 has been a turbulent year for the travel industry - from the earthquake in Japan and riots in the Middle East to the economic instability.
House Prices End Year on a High
The RBA's decision to cut rates on Melbourne Cup day resulted in an immediate impact on house prices with properties in Australia's capital cities recording their first price rise of the year in November.
S&P Lauds Pepper’s Business Model
Ratings agency Standard & Poor’s has boosted Pepper’s overall ranking in recognition of the company’s strong performance in the sub-prime residential mortgage space.
Impact of Exit Fee Abolition up for Debate
More than a quarter of a million mortgages were sold after last year's July 1 deadline for abolishing exit fees but the ban's impact on competition remains uncertain.
How to Successfully Transition to Retirement
Employees nearing retirement age may not necessarily want to leave the workforce altogether - and with the right coaching, you can guide them towards a successful retirement strategy that works in favour of both the employee and the employer.
Big Four Maintain Market Dominance
Australia's four largest lenders hold almost nine out of every 10 mortgages despite the Federal Government's year-long crusade to increase competition in the home lending space.
The Bear Dines Out
Well happy New Year, dear reader. If you're reading this, you made it to 2012. Congratulations!
Print Aussies “uninspired” at work
New research* shows that Australians are largely uninspired at work, and with new year's day behind us, those feeling least motivated are likely on the lookout for a new job already.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells may Soon Replace Batteries in Apple Devices
The technology would pack a lot of energy into a small space and allow laptops and iPhones to run for weeks without refueling.
Should You Make New Year Resolutions? 6 Tips on Making Goals You Can Accomplish
New Year resolutions don't have to be made to be broken. I share what I've learned about making goals and meeting them.