Have you heard? Barry Crocker’s having a … well, Barry Crocker (“shocker”) of a time with those Reg Grundies (“undies”) people. Karens everywhere can relate – they know it’s Jeffed up when your Danned name gets swept up in social parlance. And sure, Crocker has a point. We’ve got to draw the line somewhere when these corporate Noahs (“sharks”, from “Noah’s Ark”) claim our names. But we reckon […] … learn more→
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Is Australian rhyming slang in a bit of froth and bubble? Let’s take a Captain Cook (spoiler: the billy lids may hold the key)
Nostalgia for childhoods of the past overlooks children’s experiences today
Nostalgia made a comeback under COVID-19. In the context of enforced lockdowns, there was an increase in nostalgic activities such as watching classic films, baking and reminiscing with family and friends. Nostalgia can be defined as a feeling of longing for a better time in the past that no longer exists and may never have. When it isn’t […] … learn more→
‘Weekend warrior’ exercise still lowers risk of premature death – new research
We’re all told time and again just how important it is to exercise for good health. But with our busy schedules, finding the time to work out is often easier said than done. For many of us, the weekend is the only time we can get to the gym or go for a run. UK exercise […] … learn more→
The downside of digital transformation: why organisations must allow for those who can’t or won’t move online
We hear the phrase “digital transformation” a lot these days. It’s often used to describe the process of replacing functions and services that were once done face-to-face by human beings with online interactions that are faster, more convenient and “empower” the user. But does digital transformation really deliver on those promises? Or does the seemingly relentless […] … learn more→
Are minors vulnerable to the tricks of the ‘influencers’?
Advertising has always collaborated with popular characters to publicize brands and products. Today, some of the popular characters are the influencers , who spread their content on social networks, an interactive and close stage with diverse audiences eager to know their opinions or lifestyles. Nothing escapes his interest: fashion, technology, cryptocurrencies, travel… In the digital world, minors have a […] … learn more→
Gossip has long been misunderstood – here’s how it can help your work and social life
Gossip gets a bad rap – from tabloids full of salacious celebrity gossip, to the badly-behaved teens of television programmes like Gossip Girl. But while it might get dismissed or reported as unsubstantiated rumour, gossip is a key part of politics and the way the world works. Gossipy women are over represented in popular images of gossip. […] … learn more→
5 ways to deal with burnout at work
Work has become an around-the-clock activity, courtesy of the pandemic and technology that makes us reachable anytime, anywhere. Throw in expectations to deliver fast and create faster and it becomes hard to take a step back. Not surprisingly, many of us are feeling burned out. Burnout — which often affects women more than men — happens everywhere. Particularly challenged […] … learn more→
Learn to swim: bet on aquatic ease to fight against drowning
In 2021, the Public Health France survey recorded, from June 1 to September 30, 1,480 accidental drownings , 27% of which led to death. It is the youngest and the oldest who are the most affected by this scourge. Children under 6 represent 22% of accidental drownings and 6% of deaths, and people over 65 represent 26% and 41% respectively. It should […] … learn more→
Educational benefits of traveling the world
Most people know traveling as a form of entertainment, but do you know it is a form of education, too? Students and individuals willing to enlarge their horizons can benefit from educational travel. Apart from the apparent advantage of getting to know cultures other than yours, trips can enrich you with valuable experiences and learning […] … learn more→
How much money do people want to achieve their ideal life? Our research gave a surprising result
Money can’t buy happiness. Many of us are told this at some point in our lives, but that doesn’t seem to stop many people from wanting more of it – even very rich people. The question is, how much money do we each need to satisfy our desires? Economists often treat people as having unlimited […] … learn more→