Whenever you get a text or notification containing some security code for a login attempt, you should never ignore it. And that couldn’t be any more true if you didn’t initiate the login request to begin with.
If you’re tired of looking at your screen, here’s a list of new podcasts to listen to this August, including Michelle Obama’s latest show.
Rain pouring down outside? You can still get your laundry bone-dry with this selection of clothes airers suitable for every kind of household space.
Footy fans, it’s time to get your game faces ready — the 2020 FA Cup final is just around the corner. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re keen to watch the much-anticipated clash between Arsenal and Chelsea in Australia. It’s frustrating for most Aussies to keep up with…
There are a lot of mistakes that buyers can make if they aren’t careful that could end up costing them, including not understanding your budget or comparing deals.
We’ll be the first to say that being worried about someone knowing if you’ve read their text message is a little ridiculous. Reading the message is the whole point of texting, and yet…we can also admit there are strategic reasons why you might want a message to appear unread.
I really love salt. As a child, I would often get jealous of the cows and their summertime salt licks; as an adult, I have been known to eat large flakes of Maldon like tiny little chips (this is called “snack salt”). All salt is technically sodium chloride, but additives,…
One of the skills I envy most in others is the ability to decorate a room with artwork. We’ve lived in our current apartment for going on three years and most of our walls are still vast expanses of blank whiteness. It’s not that I don’t like looking at things…
While the threat of coronavirus remains, sports are finding new ways to return. The latest one to make that return is the world-famous NBA league and here’s how you can watch it down under. It all started on 11 March when the NBA made the call to suspend the 2020…
Many people wonder why they’re not losing weight when they follow a strict diet and exercise routine. One possible reason is that what look like healthy options aren’t what they seem. Many foods and drinks contain hidden fats, sugars or salt, each of which will curb your weight loss efforts….
With thousands of office workers expected to be working from home for at least half their time until the end of 2020, it’s up to employers to ensure their staff have everything they need to do their jobs remotely and keep their businesses and privacy safe from cybercriminals. While those…
Friends, it’s that time of the month again — our epic streaming list for August is ready for you to bookmark. Whether you’re craving a new TV series, movie or doco, platforms like Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime Video, Disney, Foxtel, and Binge are ready to offer a multitude of suggestions…
Everyone loves Netflix, especially when they don’t have to pay for it. That’s why you’re sharing someone else’s account, right? Well, scammers love free Netflix, too, and a new phishing attack could get you to give up your precious user name and password, as well as other critical information you…
Between the decimation of normal life in the spring and this long, boring-arse summer we’re all wading through, one thing parents may have become extra lax on is a consistent bedtime. Some days I decide enough is enough (for now) and my son needs to go to bed at a…
Waffle makers are very good at getting foods hot and crispy, and that just happens to be how I like my tofu (and my SPAM, prosciutto crisps, and potato cakes). I also like my tofu saucy, and waffled tofu — with its little square cups — holds sauce like no…
We’ve taken a stroll through the Google Play Store to find the Android apps you should have but might have missed. Now, we’re giving iOS the same treatment. Here are five iPhone apps you probably don’t have but should take a look at. iTranslate Converse I knew, on a trip,…
A peak health body in the United States has restricted the sale of hand sanitisers containing methanol, citing it as a potential poisoning hazard. Australia’s own health regulator has said there’s no need to worry just yet, but there are a few things you should consider before grabbing any old…
Despite being told for months that the novel coronavirus is unlike anything we’ve dealt with in modern times, it’s still tempting for us to think of it in terms of influenza. (Even though they’re definitely not the same thing.) This makes sense because we’re familiar with the flu, and with…
Monarch butterflies are in danger — so much so that they may soon be officially endangered. Due to deforestation, climate change and associated habitat loss, monarch populations are in sharp decline, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is expected to decide whether to add the monarch to the endangered…
Don’t overthink it. In the age of modern smartphones, there are not many reasons to completely turn your phone off. In the video below, I explain the few instances where restarting your phone can be helpful and why you shouldn’t worry about doing it regularly.
Spotify is available on almost every popular device we can think of. Each app does virtually the same thing whether you’re listening on a smartphone, computer, or through a smart tv app, but there was an odd limitation for desktop users: You couldn’t cast Spotify to a “Google Cast” device…
We’re told to stay home if we feel unwell during the COVID-19 pandemic. But what if your sniffles, sore throat or cough aren’t infectious? What if they’re caused by hayfever or another allergy? You may be doing a lot more isolating than you need to. Although it can sometimes be…
If you’re after a new NBN plan, Superloop might be a solid option to consider right now. The telco has reduced prices across a bunch of its NBN plans, including ones offering unlimited data. So for now, you’ll be able to take advantage of a $10 per month discount for…
If you’re a burger lover looking to beef up your week, then look no further than Hungry Jack’s latest double decker creation — the Big Jack. Don’t worry if you’re tired of your usual fast-food order. Hungry Jack’s has officially launched its latest flame-grilled sensation with two beef patties, because…
We could all use a little more mindfulness right now, but learning how to start meditating regularly can be intimidating, especially for kids. But adding mindfulness to their daily routine doesn’t have to be about sitting down for 10 or 15 minutes at a time and trying to empty their…
Like it or not, Amazon Prime has become a major lifeline for many during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing them to get food and supplies delivered quickly to their home. And while free two-day delivery is probably the most popular feature of the service, if you’re only using your account for…
This week we’re learning how to breathe better — and about how doing so can vastly improve our overall health — with help from journalist James Nestor. James is the author of the new book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which covers the extensive research on the…
One of my favourite tiny features from Apple’s upcoming iOS 14 operating system is a big one for privacy and security — a rare two-fer. Whenever an app accesses your camera or microphone, you’ll see a tiny coloured dot in the upper-right corner of your display, right above your bars…
A geek’s desk might not be as scintillating as a spice rack, but I’m proud of all the tech gear I’ve acquired over the years. While your setup is undoubtedly different than mine, there are a few “universal” items that I think are worth always having within arm’s reach. This…
Face masks are now mandatory in public for certain areas of Victoria amid a major outbreak in the region. While the science shows it’s an effective way of limiting the risk of coronavirus transmission, there are some in the community that refuse to wear them, citing ambiguous defenses such as…
One of the strangest parts about lockdown has been the lack of interaction with your town or neighbourhood. Regardless of whether you live in Manhattan or rural Ohio, when you’re really only staying in, our homes turn into our entire world. Maybe you’ve even started to daydream about creating your…
Every summer, people lose their shit over frosé, a pink wine slushy that — to me — is perfectly fine. I’ve ordered a few at various establishments with outdoor seating, but I’ve never been inspired to make one at home — understandable when you consider how finicky most frosé recipes…
At the beginning of what would become this pandemic, we were all in some pretty blissful denial about the permanency with which we’d be stuck at home. Schools, offices and other businesses closed, but only for a couple of weeks at a time. Worst-case scenario, we thought, the kids would…
