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An Australian mother is trying to raise the funds to cryogenically preserve the body of her teenage son, who died tragically last week. So, what are the ethical implications of cryogenics? Meanwhile, WhatsApp parent chat groups have some people pulling their hair out. But should they be banned? And can you offset doing something morally wrong?

The internet has opened up the world and changed the way we live our lives. But are we better for it? Plus, from fashion to tech, dupe culture is more popular than ever. So why are shoppers embracing copies of big brand items? Also, could modular homes be the answer to Australia's need for more housing?

Michael is a rugby league educator who’s spent the past forty years helping at risk youth stay out of trouble by getting them involved in sport. He says the benefits go far beyond the footy field. Michael’s on the ground experience echoes recent a Swedish research showing that participation in team sports can significantly reduce the risk of mental illness and addiction later in life.Plus, soft plastics recycling returns, will it work this time? And a psychologist takes on AI therapy bots.

There’s a common belief that after experiencing a disaster once, people are better placed the second time, you get better at sandbagging, know what to secure, and what to leave behind.But what toll does this actually take, enduring disaster after disaster? New research shows the cumulative toll on mental wellbeing goes far beyond the physical damage.Plus, how to navigate retirement when your health takes a turn and how neuromyths are holding us back.

If your emotional 'hangups' about money are holding you back, is there a way to let them go? And, if you're being pressured to reconnect with a family member and you simply don't want to, what's the best way to respond?

According to the Australian Federal Police, children as young as 12 are being radicalised by extremist groups online, and petrified families say there's nowhere to turn. So, what does early intervention look? Plus, how to get your groceries down to $10 a week and which generation is bearing the brunt of cossie lives.

Nearly one in five young adults think it’s normal for a partner to track their location. For many, it feels harmless, families use it for peace of mind, parents to check kids got home safe. Plus, sober curiosity and the small changes that can have a big impact on your relationship with alcohol. And does the Coalition split signal a bigger divide between city and country?

Camping in NSW national parks could soon cost more under a major proposal to standardise fees across the state. Supporters say it will improve facilities and reduce no-shows, but others fear it will make nature less accessible.Plus, the race against aging and why your best ideas happen in the shower.

Stacey Knight is a self-described tradwife who blogs about her family life. The movement has made headlines overseas for its links to far-right politics, but Stacey says her lifestyle is about simplicity—not ideology. So why are more young women embracing traditional roles?Plus, why is protein in everything now—and is a robot coming for your job?

These days, there are a lot of conflicting opinions when it comes to whether there's a "right" way to be a man. What qualities of masculinity have you embraced in 2025? Also, in most neighbourhoods, there's an unspoken rubbish bin etiquette that is adhered to. What happens when one neighbour starts breaking the rules?

Jane was blocked from using her frozen eggs in Western Australia. She describes this as forcing her to become a 'reproductive refugee,' travelling across the country to access the medical care she needed to become a mother.Plus, can literary fiction counter the manosphere? And our resident ethicist weighs in on how AI is being used in courts to hear cases from the afterlife.

Andrew’s side hustle has helped fund his wedding and several overseas holidays. But it’s not just about the money; his side job keeps him fulfilled. We also opened the lines for you to share your thoughts on your own side hustle. Plus, we heard from an expert on side hustle culture and how it has evolved in recent years.Plus, new screening for endometriosis that could prevent invasive surgery, as well as why Australians love to love—and love to hate—Eurovision.

Kate first started taking antidepressants when she was 12 years old. Thirty years later, she's still on them. She's one of the three and a half million Australians taking antidepressants. One researcher says they're one of the most commonly overprescribed drugs and it's not getting to the root cause of Australia's mental health crisis.Plus, is the high school literature curriculum too white and too male? And how a new solar battery rebate could benefit you.