
Brushing your teeth in hospital could reduce the chance of catching pneumonia
A toothbrush, some toothpaste and a few minutes of care can prevent a life‑threatening infection. That’s rare in modern medicine.
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A toothbrush, some toothpaste and a few minutes of care can prevent a life‑threatening infection. That’s rare in modern medicine.

Video essayists on YouTube are trying to beat the manosphere at it’s own game. Here are five insightful channels to watch.

A scary thought that keeps on popping into your mind doesn’t mean it’ll come true or you’ll act on it. But some types of intrusive thoughts are worth listening to.

Asia Pacific Report A New Zealand policy research and advocacy group released a detailed blueprint today for a fresh “independent” Te Tiriti and Pacific-based approach to foreign policy, and called for greater transparency in election year. The current coalition government has “radically shifted New Zealand’s longstanding foreign policy traditions” — including by moving the country

Anthony Albanese’s net approval slumped seven points to -24, a record low below his previous record low -21 in February 2025.

One of the most effective heat-mitigation strategies requires no ice, no towels and no new technology: avoid playing at the hottest time of day.

Chinese food heritage is diverse and vast, and embodies the distinct geographical and historical traces of various cultural identities.

This remarkable seasonal change in Antarctic sea ice is like a heartbeat within our planet’s climate system. We need to better understand it.

Canada is developing sophisticated AI tools for agriculture but lacks the systems to help farmers understand, integrate and trust these technologies.

When it comes to life after Year 12, the media and schools tend to focus on ATARs and university study.

An issue that Japan’s governments have long neglected is now of serious concern to its population, a new survey shows.

More evidence is needed to understand how laundry could help curb skin disease.