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Strange Cosmic Facts

August 30th, 2016

The Universe is a strange and amazing place, as old as time itself with a scale that stretches beyond belief. Whenever you’re feeling stressed or down, like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, it’s important to look up and remember just how big and mind-boggling the cosmos really is. Let’s take a look at some of the […]

Rents Fall Across Australia

August 16th, 2016

Housing rents have fallen across most Australian capitals, as supply levels continue to rise and population growth slows. According to figures from CoreLogic, combined capital city rental values were down 0.3 percent in July and 0.6 percent for the year – the fastest rate of decline since 1996. Along with the mismatch between supply and demand, rental values are also […]

Confidence struggles despite Rate cut

August 15th, 2016

The recent interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank failed to make a big impact on consumer confidence, with optimists only slightly outnumbering pessimists despite 25 basis points being shaved off the official cash rate. While the modest boost is an improvement on the last couple of months, moves by the Reserve Bank have failed to inspire confidence in the […]

How Physical Exercise Helps you Mentally

August 12th, 2016

While the physical benefits of exercise are well known, the mental and psychological benefits of working out can be just as powerful. Not only does regular physical activity make your brain work better, it also makes you feel better and reduces your chance of developing mental illness. Consistency is key when it comes to physical exercise, with people likely to […]

Meet Zenbo the Household Robot

August 8th, 2016

Zenbo the household robot promises to make all your science fiction dreams come true, with this lovable little guy sitting somewhere between BB-8 from Star Wars and Wall-E. Made by computing giants ASUS, Zenbo is designed to help around the house while also offering more than his fair share of fun and friendship. While Zenbo is not going to help […]

History of the Olympics

August 1st, 2016

The Olympic Games is a spectacle like no other, with this great event bringing the world together every four years in the pursuit of excellence, friendship, and mutual respect. With all eyes set on Rio 2016, it’s easy to forget just how long the Olympics has been around. Let’s take a look at the history of the Olympic Games and […]