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Tuesday, 22 August 2023
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Lost human remains of Aussie WWII soldiers recovered from Kokoda Track
Templeton's Crossing cemetery on Papua New Guinea's Kokoda Track. Picture via AFP
Anna Houlahan
Can chillies improve brain health?
Capsaicin in chillies may help reduce Alzheimer's plaques. Can you sign up for this trial?
Eileen Wood
University of Southern Queensland School of Health and Medical Sciences Honours student, Tammy Thornton. Picture David Martinelli, University of Southern Queensland
Hot competition: How ACM readers can win a $15,000 cruise
Visit Istanbul's iconic Hagia Sophia mosque as part of Viking's Mediterranean cruise.
Golfers' skin cancer rate through the roof
Players urged to apply sunscreen, wear a hat and ensure they have sleeve or arm protection.
A study has found golfers have more than three times the number of skin cancer diagnoses than the general population. Picture Shutterstock
Impending dementia, or does your mood just need a lift?
Could our mood be the key to stop us forgetting things?
Scientia Professor Perminder Sachdev (middle) with David and Denis Lynch - who both participated in the University of New South Wales twins study about moods. Picture supplied
Hard decisions to be made as Australian population ages
Demand for care workers is expected to boom as Australia's population ages over the next 40 years. (Glenn Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)
Tess Ikonomou
It's 50 years since we went nuts for Nutbush
How Nutbush became an Aussie phenomenon.
Therese Murray
Here's how to do Nutbush City Limits (in case you didn't already know). Picture supplied
Podcast shares stories of adversity turned to gold
Kintsugi Heroes founder Ian Westmoreland with grandson Will. Picture supplied
Ian Westmoreland believes stories are the most powerful weapon against adversity.
Rowan Cowley
Podcast shares stories of adversity turned to gold
Ian Westmoreland believes stories are the most powerful weapon against adversity.
Rowan Cowley
Kintsugi Heroes founder Ian Westmoreland with grandson Will. Picture supplied
New complaints and info hotline targets poor food in aged care
Aged care residents complain of lack of meal choices, variety, freshness and accessibility of food.
Eileen Wood
If you are living in residential aged care and are unhappy with the food available to you call the food hotline 1800-844-044.
50 years since Vietnam war
Towns and cities across Australia are hosting events to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day on August 18.
Staff Reporter
Queensland veteran Len McLeod. Picture supplied
'New' hobby clicks for top prize winner
Max Wannell has gone from strength to strength since taking up photography after retiring 12 years ago. His winning picture is on Page 1. Picture supplied
Max Wannell's picture of a mate at Scarborough Beach snapped the judges to attention.
Hazel Bradley
Brush up on your knowledge during Pet Dental Health Month
When it comes to a pet's health, dental issues often slip under the radar.
Picture supplied
Losing your mind? The girls have it
New research shows women can cope with taking over financial decision-making... but it doesn't work both ways. Picture Shutterstock
Older couples' money is spared when women pick up men's slack - but not vice versa. Here's why.
Cheryl Field
Naming of 'sand creeper' a giant leap for palaeontology
Measuring an estimated 1.2 metres, this fella is enough to put a frog in your throat.
Staff Reporter
Palaeontologist Lachlan Hart with the 240-million-year-old fossil. Picture by UNSW Sydney/Richard Freeman
Semaphore carousel gets state heritage listing
A century-old carousel at a prominent Adelaide beach has been recognised for its cultural significance.
Staff Reporter
The Semaphore foreshore, showing the crowded amusement park in 1925. This section shows a carousel (not to be confused with Northey's carousel that arrived in 1938) in the right foreground, and the jetty. Reproduced in the 'Chronicle', January 31, 1925. Picture from SLSA/B 2438

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Travel
Japan float your boat? Try this cruise
Mt Fuji viewed from behind Chureito Pagoda. Picture Shutterstock
Japan is arguably one of the most fascinating places in the world. Join us on this cruise to find out why.
KI Ligurian bee honey is sweeter in new film
Apiarists affected by the 2019-20 black summer bushfires show their strength in a new film.
Staff Reporter
Apiarist Sharon Clifford in a still from the video "Bitter Sweet - saving the world's rarest honey". Picture supplied
Semaphore carousel gets state heritage listing
A century-old carousel at a prominent Adelaide beach has been recognised for its cultural significance.
Staff Reporter
The Semaphore foreshore, showing the crowded amusement park in 1925. This section shows a carousel (not to be confused with Northey's carousel that arrived in 1938) in the right foreground, and the jetty. Reproduced in the 'Chronicle', January 31, 1925. Picture from SLSA/B 2438
Health
Can chillies improve brain health?
University of Southern Queensland School of Health and Medical Sciences Honours student, Tammy Thornton. Picture David Martinelli, University of Southern Queensland
Capsaicin in chillies may help reduce Alzheimer's plaques. Can you sign up for this trial?
Eileen Wood
What do bananas have to do with hearing health?!
SPONSORED | You'll go bananas for this sound hearing advice from Audika.
Bananas have lots of nutrients in them that may help hearing health. Picture supplied
Strawberries pick of the crop
BIG red juicy fruit dribbling down the chin and sticky fingers found in the prettiest fruit patches of all.
Therese Murray
Strawberry season kicks off with cheaper prices and a new variety. Picture supplied
Recommended
Discover why this cruise will float many people's boats
Mt Fuji viewed from behind Chureito Pagoda. Picture Shutterstock
A right royal adventure aboard the Queen Victoria
Emma Brown
The exotic tropical island of Mauritius. Picture Shuttertstock
It might be time to rethink your go to pain relief
For pain that is accompanied by inflammation, such as low back pain, ibuprofen may be a more suitable option than paracetamol. Picture Shutterstock
Lifestyle
Strawberries pick of the crop
Strawberry season kicks off with cheaper prices and a new variety. Picture supplied
BIG red juicy fruit dribbling down the chin and sticky fingers found in the prettiest fruit patches of all.
Therese Murray
Fast answers for downsizers
SPONSORED | Discover everything you need to know about retirement living in one easy step.
The Central Coast Retirement Village & Resort Expo is on Sunday, August 27 and Monday, August 28 at Tumbi Umbi. Picture supplied
Parsons family exhibition part of SALA festival
Adelaide's Centennial Park is hosting a multi-generational exhibition as part of SALA 2023.
Staff Reporter
Allyson Parsons' work is part of the 3 Generations and Friend exhibition at Centennial Park, Adelaide. Picture supplied
Finance
Dell fined $10m over misleading monitor marketing
Dell has been fined $10 million in the Federal Court for enticing consumers with inflated discounts. (AP PHOTO)
Miklos Bolza
Senior Australians invest to combat economic uncertainties
There's been a surge among older investors who are diversifying their portfolios beyond traditional options and reaping the rewards in their retirement. Picture Shutterstock
Cheaper electricity? The power may be in your hands
Could you be paying less for electricity? It may be worth a call to find out.
Staff Reporter
The ACCC says a call to their energy provider could deliver a number of residents savings. Picture Shutterstock
Entertainment
It's 50 years since we went nuts for Nutbush
Here's how to do Nutbush City Limits (in case you didn't already know). Picture supplied
How Nutbush became an Aussie phenomenon.
Therese Murray
Deeply personal tale
Therese Murray
The cover of Secrets and Lies. Picture supplied
Parsons family exhibition part of SALA festival
Adelaide's Centennial Park is hosting a multi-generational exhibition as part of SALA 2023.
Staff Reporter
Allyson Parsons' work is part of the 3 Generations and Friend exhibition at Centennial Park, Adelaide. Picture supplied
National and International News
'Patriot' Pat Farmer arrives in Sydney to back voice
Pat Farmer arrived in Sydney as part of a run around Australia in support of the voice referendum. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Tess Ikonomou • 20m ago
Photos
Gallery: Regional Australia turned green and gold for World Cup
Georgia Rossiter • 24m ago
Matildas fan Addison Irvine, 7, cheers on the green and golds at the Canberra live site in Garema Place. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Cambodia parliament endorses Hun Manet as new PM
Prak Chan Thul • 25m ago
Hun Manet has been endorsed as Cambodia's new prime minister by the country's parliament. (EPA PHOTO)