Stay informed: top stories on this Valentine’s Day
TECHNOLOGY
The death of skills: we say farewell to these 17 forgotten abilities
In the age of automation, have we lost the essential talents we once took for granted? We lament the fallen skills of the 21st Century.
BOOKS
Fast facts: 25 things you didn’t know about Kerry Stokes
What can a book tell us about the multi-faceted life of media mogul Kerry Stokes? Doug Aiton finds 25 things you didn’t know about the Seven boss.
TIM FERGUSON
How you can win the war against internet trolls
Teary after being attacked by ‘trolls’, the anonymous bullies of the Internet? Here’s how to deal with them using three principles of warfare.
FILM
A male perspective: why 50 Shades is spankingly awful
Giles Hardie went along to watch ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ to give a male perspective. He thinks he should have stayed in bed.
RELATIONSHIPS
Your essential Valentine’s Day survival guide
Florists, gift stores, chocolatiers and lingerie stores are working overtime all in the name of St. Valentine.
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YOUR BUDGET
Australia’s most predatory credit cards revealed
We asked CHOICE to name the worst credit cards for customers who roll over their debt. This is what they came up with.
WELLBEING
Put the glass down! New research on alcohol just landed
A new study contradicts 30 years of alcohol research suggesting positive effects of alcohol, busting a convenient ‘myth’.
TELEVISION
Gina Rinehart sends ‘skinny’ pic to get back at ‘tacky’ TV drama
Billionaire miner unhappy with Channel Nine show about her life, calling it “made up”.
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TECHNOLOGY
Why you should dump your iPhone and switch to Android
Android phones are better and easier to use than ever before. Here’s why you should consider trading in your iPhone.