Why do we love coffee and beer? It’s not taste – it’s basic psychology
A new study by a US academic has revealed that the reason we prefer to…More
Author: Annie Donaldson
Annie Donaldson
With a background in nursing, Annie has spent over 20 years working in the health industry, including the coordination of medical support for international TV productions and major stadium events, plus education campaigns with a number of national health organisations. In recent years, she has also taken time out of the workforce to be a full-time carer, giving her first-hand experience of the challenges and rewards of this role.
Have you ever eaten an entire tub of ice-cream after a bad break-up? Blame science!
Even the best of us are guilty of splurging on 10 tonnes of junk food…More
Have you had your flu shot yet? Now’s the time!
We’ve had a record Summer flu season this year – with a whopping 27,540 confirmed…More
Hate the sound of loud chewing? You could actually have this medical condition
We all get annoyed when someone near us won’t stop coughing, tapping their pen, or…More
It’s official: cats can hear us – they just don’t care, new research says
Cats can pick out their own name in a string of words, according to a…More
Want to improve your mood in 12 minutes? Research says, just be nice!
Put down the chocolate – a new study from Iowa State University showed that wishing…More
Listen up, songbirds! Research says singing in your head could ruin your pitch
If you’ve ever hummed a tune in your head, you may have thought it would…More
A note for the boss – science says pizza can make you more productive at work
Attention: employers everywhere. A new study conducted at a technology company in Israel showed pizza…More
The ‘gender data gap’ – do we live in a world built for men?
Guess James Brown was right when he said this is “a man’s world.” A new…More
Could a robot be the key to resolving your divorce?
Yes, it’s real. The Legal Services Commission of South Australia has received $581,000 in funding…More