Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
You hit refresh on a slow dashboard query and watch the seconds tick. The fix isn’t a hardware upgrade—it’s a combination of logging, analysis, and index tuning that MySQL already supports, yet the default long_query_time sits at 10 seconds (CoderPad (development blog)) with the slow query log switched off (Percona (MySQL consulting)), meaning many sluggish … Read more
You’ve probably noticed those eye-catching Instagram bios or TikTok usernames where the letters look like they came from a calligraphy set. They’re not custom fonts — they’re Unicode characters that let you copy and paste text into almost any app. Font styles available per generator: 110–210 · Most popular platforms: Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Twitter · … Read more
Few racing movies have gone to such lengths to capture the real sound and speed of a Grand Prix. The 2025 film F1 stars Brad Pitt as a former driver making a comeback, inspired by one of the sport’s most harrowing crashes, and this article separates fact from fiction. Director: Joseph Kosinski · Release Year: … Read more
You’ve probably felt that wired-but-tired feeling after a long stressful week. For many women, that sensation may be more than just exhaustion—it’s a sign that cortisol levels are running too high. Normal cortisol range (morning): 10–20 mcg/dL · High cortisol threshold: Above 25 mcg/dL · Women with chronic stress and elevated cortisol: Approximately 30% (based … Read more
If you’re already mapping out weekends and family breaks for 2026, the Victorian school term dates are locked in — and they bring a few welcome overlaps with public holidays. Whether you’re planning a winter ski trip or a summer escape, knowing exactly when the classroom doors close makes all the difference. Term 1 2026: … Read more
There’s a quiet ritual that begins every morning for surfers on the Mornington Peninsula: pulling up the Pines surf cam to see what the ocean is doing. The live feed, hosted by Trigger Brothers (Australian surf cam operator), combines real-time video with data from the Bureau of Meteorology’s Point Nepean wave buoy. Surf cams operating … Read more
Few makeup discoveries feel as satisfying as a lip color that actually lasts through coffee, lunch, and the rest of a busy day without turning into a dry, flaky mess. Covergirl’s relaunched Outlast Lipstain promises exactly that – a vegan formula that’s 5× lighter than traditional lipstick, kiss-proof and non-drying. Wear time: Up to 8 … Read more
Buying a 75-inch TV is a big decision—both in size and investment. With Samsung offering a dozen models across QLED, Neo QLED, and OLED lines, picking the right one can feel overwhelming. This guide cuts through the marketing to help you decide exactly which Samsung 75-inch TV gives you the best value for your room, … Read more
If you’re finally ready to follow Korra’s journey through the four elements, you might have run into a confusing wall: the show isn’t where it used to be. After years on Netflix, The Legend of Korra vanished from the platform in early 2025, leaving many fans scrambling for a new way to watch. This guide … Read more
Few devices let you write by hand in a meeting or annotate a PDF in bright sunlight without the glare that makes LCD screens painful to read. E-ink tablets bridge that gap—and 2026 has sharpened the trade-offs considerably. Whether you’re choosing between distraction-free simplicity and Android flexibility, or trying to figure out where your budget … Read more