Groundbreaking AI Research Exposes Death As Ever-Present And Chronically Under-Supported, At Huge Cost To Us All

Confronting new insights commissioned by national not-for-profit organisation the Violet Initiative and innovative research company The Evolved Group reveal that 95% of Australians experienced the death of a significant other in the last two years, and over half have had a close experience with death themselves. This is far higher than previously thought and confirms…

ByAlice Duthie22/10/2023

Health News

What It’s Like To Be Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Before 30

Allie Geddes (they/them) shares their powerful and personal story of battling breast cancer in their 20s. The year that I am first diagnosed with breast cancer, the UK experiences an unusual summer heatwave. I sit alone in the hospital, the backs of my legs sticking to the plastic chairs in the waiting room, knowing that…

ByAlice Duthie12/10/2023

Environment Sustainability

Saving Africa’s Unicorns: Inside the World’s First Rhino Orphanage

Danielle Fryday shares the heartwarming story of rhino orphans and their dedicated 'rhino mums'. Amidst the global challenges of biodiversity loss and climate change, it is heartening to see more people stepping up to support wildlife and the natural environment. Many do this through making more eco-friendly choices, and some apply their expertise to environmental initiatives…

ByAlice Duthie04/10/2023

Beauty & Fashion Hair Skin & Body

Australian-Made Travel Trio Product To Combat Acne Tried and Tested

Bespoke Skin Technology is the new beauty product off the block. So The Carousel asked a mother and daughter team to trial the product. The Australian-made skincare brand is derived from scientific evidence and formulated by renowned dermatologist, Dr Katherine Armour who has established herself as one of Australia’s most credible cosmeceutical industry experts. Dr…

ByAlice Duthie02/10/2023

World

Deaths From Heart Disease Are 2x Higher Than Breast Cancer For Australian Women: Here Is What We Can Do

Heart Research Australia has found that deaths from heart disease are two times as high in Australian women than breast cancer. This is because for many women, heart episodes occur without prior warning. About 40 per cent of heart attacks in women are fatal with the symptoms often different to those experienced by men. While…

ByAlice Duthie01/10/2023

Destinations Travel & Leisure

30 Years Of Sleepless In Seattle

It’s been 30 years since the world was charmed by the long-distance love story of Sam (Tom Hanks) and Annie (Meg Ryan) in Nora Ephron’s romantic hit, Sleepless in Seattle. As the film celebrates its 30th Anniversary on the 24th September, embrace the ’90s nostalgia with these iconic Sleepless in Seattle spots. Lake Union Fans of this…

ByAlice Duthie24/09/2023

World

Smoke And Mirrors: Substance Abuse, Addiction, And The Dark Side Of The Hair Industry

On Monday, September 18th, 2023, Australian hairdressers will convene for an event that promises to unravel the tightly held secrets of their trade, shedding light on the profound issues of mental health and addiction lurking behind the salon mirrors. Aptly named 'Disrupting the Hair Industry,' this initiative seeks to do exactly that – challenge the…

ByAlice Duthie08/09/2023

Health News

Dr Paul Coceancig: The Impact Of Sleep Apnea On Women’s Health

For Women’s Health Week (4-8 September 2023), Maxillofacial Surgeon and Sleep Apnea pioneer Dr Paul Coceancig shares insights into the impact of sleep apnea on women’s health and wellbeing. Dr Paul Coceancig What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts, it is punctuated by loud snores.…

ByAlice Duthie06/09/2023

Luxury Travel & Leisure

Let’s Go Girls: The Ultimate Girls’ Getaway Trip To Palm Springs

Grab your passports and your nearest and dearest gal pals. Whether it’s because of the Barbie Movie era, or the return of Carrie and co. in ‘And Just Like That’, this season we’re all feeling inspired to cherish our female friendships more than ever and celebrate womanhood. Where better to experience a fun and unforgettable…

ByAlice Duthie06/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion Fashion

Beauty Essentials For A Mid-Winter Getaway!

Step one to prepare for an upcoming trip is packing your bags. There’s a lot of thought that goes into narrowing down your beauty essentials to avoid over-packing and unwanted spills. Knowing how to maximise the space in your carry-on bag is a skill that takes time to perfect. We’ve saved you a bit…

ByAlice Duthie04/09/2023