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Reading Time: 2 minutes In England, there’s this dementia care village that’s done something pretty cool – they’ve brought in a child care centre to mix young and old for learning and sharing. Keeping active, learning new things, and having fun can slow down dementia. What better way to incorporate these essential elements into daily life than by letting... The post How a Dementia Care Village in England Blends Old and Young for Vibrant Living appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: < 1 minute Have you ever heard of a jellyfish so rare that it’s only been spotted twice? The enigmatic St. George’s Cross Medusa is a fascinating new species discovered in the depths of Tokyo’s southern waters. With its striking red cross, visible only from above, this jellyfish has captured the attention of marine biologists worldwide. Measuring a... The post Rare Jellyfish Species Discovered in Japan appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes Getting a table at a busy café can be a real challenge. One woman has shared her secret on how she handles this situation, but not everyone is on board with her method. She was out shopping with her children when they decided to grab some food. They entered a busy café but there were... The post Mum’s ‘controversial’ restaurant habit sparks internet debate appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes A penguin has become a ‘guide-bird’ for a fellow penguin with poor vision, escorting her around their enclosure to get food and helping her build confidence. The animal helper named ‘Penguin’ has bonded with ‘Squid’ the three-year-old that suffers from cataracts. A condition that clouds the lens of the eye. When Squid was hatched, she... The post Penguin Becomes ‘Guide Bird’ for Fellow Penguin Suffering with Cataracts appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes The fascinating world of faeces holds many secrets, including the reason behind its distinctive brown colour. Dr Rina Fu, help us delve into the science behind poop! Why is poop brown? Our digestive journey begins in the mouth and ends in the large intestine. Along this path, undigested fibres and food particles undergo a complex... The post Why is Poop Brown? Dr Rina Fu Explains the Science Behind Poop appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes School refusal presents unpredictable challenges, but once you have worked out what is driving your child’s school refusal behaviour, use these effective strategies to support can improve your child’s situation. Academic difficulties Explore potential learning challenges assess task demands and your child’s self-expectations. Regularly engage with your child’s school to collaboratively address challenges and find... The post Effective Strategies to Manage School Refusal appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes Elon Musk’s announcement that his brain chip company Neuralink has implanted its first wireless chip in a human brain, marks a historic moment in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology.  The first human received an implant from @Neuralink yesterday and is recovering well. Initial results show promising neuron spike detection. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 29, 2024... The post Elon Musk’s Neuralink Brain Chip: Navigating the Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 3 minutes Love was really in the air on Valentine’s Day as Sonshine’s “Put a Ring On It” giveaway came to its conclusion, with an amazing proposal from our winner Ethan to Micah, his beautiful bride to be! When Ethan entered the competition, he told us that he’d been dating Micah for four years, and they were... The post She said “Yes”! Meet Ethan and Micah, our Valentine’s Day winners appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes In a recent discussion with Leah on Table Talk, psychologist Kim Cullen shed light on psychological safety in the workplace. While we often prioritise physical workplace safety, understanding its psychological counterpart is equally crucial. Psychological safety entails feeling safe from punishment or humiliation when expressing ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes. It fosters an environment where... The post Psychological Safety in the Workplace: A Key to Productivity and Well-being appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: < 1 minute In the world of reading, paper books are still the crowd favourite, even among the younger crowd. By 2027, about 1.87 billion people worldwide will still be flipping pages, while e-reader users are expected to hit 1.2 billion. In the U.S. print books are holding strong with a whopping 788.7 million units sold in 2022.... The post Paper books still outsell E-books by a huge margin, even among Gen-Z appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: < 1 minute After discovering unsettling news about her fiancé, the California bride-to-be canceled her $15,000 non-refundable wedding reception. She chose to donate everything to Parents Helping Parents, a non-profit supporting parents of special needs children. Swiftly, PHP organizers sent out invitations for the “Ball for All.” All seats were reserved within 48 hours. The bride envisioned an... The post Bride who called off her wedding donated $15,000 reception to special needs families appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes As parents, we’ve all been there. The end of the school holidays rolls around, and suddenly, the carefree days give way to the hustle and bustle of the school routine. Most kids aren’t exactly thrilled about bidding farewell to those precious days of freedom. But for some kids, returning to school isn’t just a minor... The post What is ‘School Refusal’ and the signs to look out for appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes Multi-GRAMMY® Award winning and RIAA Platinum-selling for KING + COUNTRY return to their homeland in 2024, with “The Homecoming Tour.” The special New Zealand and Australia arena circuit, bringing the full stadium experience, will kick off in Auckland on May 16 and will continue through June 2 in Brisbane. They will perform in Perth at... The post For KING + COUNTRY return to Oz for their “The Homecoming Tour” appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes Aaron Ryan from tvcentral.com.au joined Bec to help us dive into what’s sizzling on the small screen as we kick off 2024! Australian Idol vs. Australian Survivor vs. Married at First Sight Free-to-air television is about to witness a clash of the titans, featuring the electrifying trio of Australian Idol, Australian Survivor, and Married at... The post Get Ready for the 2024 TV Line-Up! appeared first on Sonshine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes A woman was fined and escorted off a train because she forgot to tag on with her SmartRider during a free public transport period. Bianca Allen hopped on a train to Fremantle. Thinking she would enjoy a free ride due to the cost-of-living initiative the Cook Government rolled out before Christmas. But two Transperth officers... The post Perth woman fined for not tagging on with her SmartRider during free public transport period appeared first on Sonshine.