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Real-Life ‘Hunger Games’: How Sean Turnell Survived 650 Days in a Myanmar Prison
When the military overthrew Suu Kyi’s government in 2021, Sean was arrested and illegally imprisoned for 650 days.
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1000 Cubes for 1000 Chickens
Solving 1000 Rubik cubes for 1000 chickens in 7 hours appears impossible, but Tingman is up for the challenge.
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Taylor Swift is Not Alone: The Growing Nightmare of AI Deepfake Porn
In January, Taylor made headlines when social media site X lit up with AI-generated sexually explicit ‘deepfakes’ of Swift.
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Destiny Rescue Reaches 14,000 Milestone
Destiny Rescue have changed 14,000 lives since 2001 and with improving technology, they’re seeing more and more rescues.
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Business Leaders Can Lead the Way in Positive Social Change
A Helping Hands panel discussion looks at the responsibility business can have in leading the way in action for social issues.
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Sustaining Hope in the Midst of Conflict: Pray for Ukraine
We would value prayer for individuals as they struggle with a life that many of us can never imagine, says Stephen Young.
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Kylie & Dannii Minogue Headline New Bluey Book Reads Series
Bluey Book Reads will features stories read by Kylie and Dannii Minogue, as well as Bindi Irwin and a host of other well-known names.
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Changing Lives, One Coffee at a Time: Frapp & Capp Café
Frapp & Capp Café in Bankstown is changing the lives of people with a disability, by championing the cause for inclusivity.
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Aussie Population Reaches 27 Million, 30 Years Early
With one new Australian being added to the population count every 50 seconds, we could reach 28 million in August 2025.
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Ukraine is Still Standing, and it Needs Your Help
Dr Rudolf Myhovych, Head of Christian Medical Fellowship of Ukraine, believes it’s a miracle Ukrainians are still standing strong.
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King Charles Has Cancer: “He Remains Positive”
Prince William will take on more duties, and Prince Harry has travelled to London, after the devastating diagnosis.
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The Coming Church Wipeout: Navigating the Impact of Higher Interest Rates
As we enter an era characterized by rising interest rates, there is an unexpected casualty emerging: churches.
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Christian Persecution on the Rise Globally, but Hope Exists
365 million Christians are suffering for their faith. Open Doors’ vision is that no Christian suffers persecution alone.
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How Do Interest Rates Work (and When Will the Pain End?)
Hope Podcast ‘Money: Faith and Finance’ answers the question everyone is asking: how long will these high interest rates last?
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Navigating the Path to Home Ownership in Today’s Market
Saving for a house may feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies and mindset, it’s achievable says financial planner, Alex Cook.
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The Pyschological Reason You Don’t Do What You Say
Nobody wants to feel like a hypocrite, or to appear as one. This desire for congruence offers us a key way of motivating ourselves and others
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Defying Limitations is a Choice for Paralympian Matt Levy
Matt Levy OAM says it’s important we understand the full scope of someone’s ability beyond their perceived limitations.
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The Year That Was: What Trended in 2023
From social trends to consumer shifts and new technologies, we take a look at trends that shaped 2023 and how Australians responded.