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Why does alcohol tolerance decrease as we get older

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Discover the science behind why our alcohol tolerance decreases as we age, especially after 60 Many people don’t realise that both men and women become more sensitive to alcohol and less able to tolerate it as they get older. This is an important issue to understand because research has shown that alcohol use has been
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Were you born between 1930 -1946? You are a 1%er!

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Were you born between 1930 – 1946? You are a One-Percenter! ❤️💪 If you were born in this time span, you are one of the rare surviving 1% ers of this special group, worldwide. The one-percenters age ranges between 77 and 93 years old, a 16 year age span. Here are some interesting facts, many
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Maintaining a healthy brain as we get older

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Maintaining a healthy brain: Understanding learning, forgetting, and relearning in aging Discover the fascinating science behind maintaining a healthy brain as we delve into the intricate processes of learning, forgetting, and relearning in aging. As we age, our brains undergo various changes that can impact our ability to learn, forget, and relearn. Understanding these processes
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Clever ways to reduce your power bill

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Clever ways to reduce your power bill 💡⚡ Reducing your power bill involves making conscious choices and adopting energy-efficient practices. Implementing these strategies not only helps you save on your power bill but also contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle. Here are some clever ways to cut down on your power expenses:
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Handy tips for preserving your phone battery life

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Tips for preserving your phone battery life 📱🔋 In the era of digitisation, our smartphones have seamlessly integrated into the fabric of our daily lives, serving as indispensable tools for connectivity, information, and entertainment. Despite their myriad benefits, a common challenge faced by many smartphone users is the rapid depletion of battery life. This article
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Too good to be true? See through investment scams

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Too good to be true? See through investment scams ⚠️🛑 The Australian Cyber Security Centre Targeting Scams Report (April 2023) found that investment scams cost Australians $1.5 billion last year. They’re increasingly sophisticated and can take many forms. Learning how to identify an investment scam will help safegaurd your money and future goals. NAB Chief
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The Coronation of King Charles III • Similarities and differences in the coronation of our current and previous monarchs

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The Coronation of King Charles III Similarities and differences in the coronation of our current and previous monarchs 👑 What were you doing on the evening of Saturday 6 May 2023? Were you one of the estimated three million Aussies who settled in to watch the broadcast of the coronation of King Charles III? For
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Guide to lithium-ion battery fires and how to stay safe

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Guide to lithium-ion battery fires and how to stay safe ⚡ 🔌 Emergency services are reporting increased cases of lithium-ion battery fires in the home. Here’s what causes lithium-ion battery fires, plus how to prevent them. Many cordless appliances and electronics such as computers, laptops and e-scooters now use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. As a result,
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The Train Of Life Journey

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The Train Of Life Journey by Jean d’ Ormesson 🚂❤️ Life is like a journey on a train… With its stations… With changes of routes… And with accidents! At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we believe they will always travel by our side. However, at some station our parents will
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How to spot a fake profile on Facebook

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How to spot a fake profile on Facebook Last year Facebook estimated that more than 10% of profile accounts were fake or duplicates. And as Facebook surpassed 2.3 Billion users this year that accounts for an estimated 230 Million fake accounts. Whilst Facebook is adopting several strategies to point out fake profiles, it is also
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Free 1-hour online webinars tailored for the Over 50s

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Free 1-hour online webinars tailored for the Over 50s 🤓 Learn to use technology with confidence, how to protect yourself online and find out what opportunities the internet can provide by joining a range of Be Connected free online presentations. Hosted by the eSafety Commissioner, these presentations cover a range of topics to help improve
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Stroke warning signs, common symptoms and knowing what to do

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Stroke warning signs and common symptoms Regardless of age, a stroke can happen to anyone, anywhere – and knowing the warning signs and symptoms, and what to do – might prevent death or worsened health conditions at recovery. The brain is an extremely complex organ that controls various body functions. If a stroke occurs and
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Why you should give Wordle a go

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Why you should give Wordle a go Discover the mental and social benefits of playing Wordle If you’re group chat or social media feed has become cluttered with those tiny red, amber and green tiles – then you’ve seen Wordle. If you enjoy daily crosswords and word games, Wordle might just be the daily challenge
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