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The $2 hack for the “best sleep ever”

It is no secret that many Aussies live their lives sufficiently sleep-deprived. According to the Sleep Health Foundation’s 2016 Sleep Health Survey, up to 45 per cent of the country suffer from inadequate sleep. However, one holistic health specialist Dr Ron Ehrlich has revealed the trick that could solve a major sleeping problem. The author of A Life Less Stressed said that a $2 roll of tape could be the answer to getting the “best sleep of your life”. He recommends using paper-thin micropore tape, which is sold at most chemists, to tape your mouth shut before going to sleep. Dr Ehrlich says that this trick will “retrain” your body to breathe properly, causing sleep to dramatically improve. “Noses are for breathing, and mouths are for feeding, talking and smiling,” he said. “When you breathe through your nose, it warms, humidifies and filters the air before taking it into the lungs. When you breathe through your nose you also have five levels of filtration. “If you breathe through your mouth you bypass the first four and put a lot more strain on your tonsils and respiratory system. Mouth breathers are predisposed to a whole range of allergies, asthma and infections.” Dr Ehrlich also says the sleeping hack improves bladder health by encouraging the production of nitric oxide. One of the benefits of nitric oxide is improving bladder function, improving sleep for those who have the tendency to wake in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. “There has been great research which has shown (the tape) has very positive affects on sleep so there’s no reason not to use it,” he said. The $2 sleep hack also benefits other areas of life, including physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. “Without a doubt sleep is the most important part of everybody’s day — it is our own built-in life support system and it has been described as the Swiss Army knife of health care because it improves hormone balance, metabolism, emotional stability, libido, ageing, inflammation and your immune system,” he said. “Better sleep also leads to better concentration, performance, memory, mood, productivity, enjoyment, engagement and it reduces absenteeism — you name it. “The key is in getting consistent good sleep and prioritising it.” Dr Ehrlich said Aussies should be getting between seven and nine hours of sleep every night. “It’s not enough to have your head on a pillow for eight hours every night — you also have to sleep well,” he said. Have you ever tried this sleeping trick before? If so, share your results in the comments below.

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What you need to eat to stay healthy

As we get older, we need to be aware that our bodies are changing, and we can’t eat the same way we did when we were 20 – when you could get away with anything. Generally speaking, we burn fewer calories and move less as we reach middle-age. This is not ideal, as putting on weight tends to happen at this time in our lives – figures show about 63 per cent of adult Australians are either overweight or obese. Another not-so-fun reality is that health problems such as cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, dementia and other conditions such as bowel cancer occur more often as we get older. A poor diet won’t help maintain wellbeing. The saying, “You are what you eat” has never been truer. Eating well does not need to be difficult, boring, or expensive – it just means you need to consider more if your diet is getting the right mix. <a href="http://www.simoneaustin.com/">Simone Austin</a>, a practicing accredited dietitian with the <a href="https://daa.asn.au/">Dietitians’ Association of Australia</a>, says this could mean rethinking what we put on our plate. For example, as we get older, our bodies’ muscle mass reduces so boosting our consumption of protein is important. “Make sure you spread your protein consumption over the day. If you weigh about 75 kilos, aim for 75 grams of protein – say 25 grams at breakfast, 20 grams at lunchtime, and 30 grams for dinner,” she says. “It’s a good idea to have a fair bit of protein at breakfast because you’ve had an overnight fast where you haven’t eaten. Think about something like baked beans or even sardines on toast. Or, if you like, include a small handful of mixed, raw, unsalted nuts and seeds – around 30 grams at the most – to your rolled oats. Carbohydrates are important, but there tends to be too much emphasis on having them at breakfast,” Austin adds. <a href="https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/">Bowel Cancer Australia</a> says we consume an estimated average of 565 grams of red meat per week, whereas the <a href="https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/guidelines-publications/n55">Australian Dietary Guidelines</a> recommends men have 455 grams a week and women 195 grams a week. In practical terms, this means men ought to aim for about 65 grams of cooked lean red meat a day; women the same amount three times a week. And this is where it gets tricky: a piece of steak this size would fit in the palm of a small hand but you’re unlikely to find that small a size at the supermarket. Packaged steak starts at about 140 grams, so you’ll probably need to cut up your red meat – or, if you can – find a friendly butcher willing to cut it for you. The National Dietary Guidelines recommend we eat five serves of vegetables a day and two serves of fruit, but many of us don’t meet those quotas. One serve equals one cup of raw veggies, or half a cup cooked. Austin says it’s often easy, as we become empty-nesters or live alone, to not cook a meal because we can’t be bothered. “Surveys show about 93 per cent of Australians don’t eat five serves of vegetables a day,” she says. “It is easy and quick to prepare something tasty and nutritious, even using snap-frozen vegetables or canned legumes.” A quick meal could be poached eggs on wholegrain toast with mushrooms, chickpeas and baby spinach leaves. An area which can really confuse people is where to find good sources of fibre and how much to include. We ought to consume 30 grams a day, but what does that look like? This is what you need: <ul> <li>3/4 cup of cereal made up of whole grains like muesli (make sure it’s not too high in sugar and fat)</li> <li>2 slices of wholemeal or wholegrain bread</li> <li>1 apple and 1 orange (leave the skin on the apple)</li> <li>2 cups of mixed raw vegetables</li> <li>¼ cup of baked beans or other legumes</li> </ul> Eating foods rich in calcium is needed to maintain bone health. According to the Australian Dietary Guidelines, we need extra serves of low-fat milk, yoghurt and cheese as we get older. Men need to have two and a half serves of dairy a day, whereas women need four serves a day. A serve could be a cup of milk (250ml), two slices of cheese (40 grams), or 200 grams of yoghurt. Of course, most of us love foods like bacon and eggs, sausages, fish and chips, cakes, biscuits, chocolate, takeaway meals, and an alcoholic drink (or three). Think of these as treat foods rather than the norm and limit them to one or two meals a week – if you are exercising daily and your weight is in the healthy range. Unfortunately, if your normal diet consists of high-fat foods, you drink a lot of alcohol and soft drinks combined with little exercise, you’re a smoker, and you’re also overweight, you may not thrive as you age. Is eating a well-balanced diet important to you as you get older? Why? Written by Robin Hill. Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/articles/health/nutrition/what-you-need-to-eat-to-stay-healthy.aspx">Wyza.com.au</a>.

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Struggling to start an exercise plan?

Many of us don’t like the idea of exercise, so we avoid it. Here’s the thing: our bodies were designed to move. Yet in developed countries like Australia, many of us spend far too much time sitting on our backsides. The fact that we are more sedentary has become a health issue: in fact, it’s killing us. The <a href="http://www.health.gov.au/">Department of Health</a> says low levels of physical activity is the <a href="http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/health-pubhlth-strateg-active-evidence.htm">fourth leading cause of death due to non-communicable diseases</a> (NCDs) worldwide, with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancers contributing to more than three million preventable deaths annually (six per cent of deaths globally). The seven diseases most closely linked to physical inactivity (in descending order) are: <ol> <li>Diabetes</li> <li>Bowel cancer</li> <li>Uterine cancer</li> <li>Dementia</li> <li>Breast cancer</li> <li>Coronary heart diseases</li> <li>Stroke</li> </ol> The Department of Health says if all Australians did an extra 30 minutes of brisk walking at least five days each week, this would reduce “the disease burden” due to physical inactivity in the population by 26 per cent. The good news – and any personal trainer will tell you this – is that it is never too late to start exercising. In fact, recent research has found no difference between people who had always been fit and those who decided to take it up later in life. But even armed with this information, starting an exercise regimen can seem like more trouble than it’s worth. A lot of this has to do with the perception that exercise has to be goal-oriented, and a lot of us don’t enjoy feeling pressure to perform. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. “People often associate exercise with pain,” says Brisbane-based sports and exercise psychologist <a href="http://positivepsychologystrategies.com.au/about-patrea/">Patrea O’Donoghue</a>. She says exercise can be anything you want it to be these days – the image of a macho instructor barking at you to do 50 push-ups is a thing of the past. A lot of people don’t like showing their bodies in public, yet you can have your own trainer or yoga instructor on your phone via an app or do a workout in the privacy of your home on a treadmill and cycling machine. And it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. “People think it has to be all about joining a gym or buying a $2000 bike or looking the part, but you don’t need a fancy kit. You can just start with a decent pair of walking shoes.” Here are a few points exercise newbies need to consider: <ul> <li>See your doctor. If you’ve never really done much exercise, ask your GP to give you the all-clear to start an exercise program.</li> <li>Assess your diet. There is not much point in starting to exercise regularly if your diet doesn’t complement it. Even if your goal is not to lose weight but to rather get fit or healthy, a balanced diet will help.</li> <li>Think about what you would enjoy doing – walking, cycling, tennis, golf, jogging, swimming, yoga, or even skipping.</li> <li>Turn your exercise into a habit.</li> </ul> “If you decide, for instance, that you’ll go for a walk or to the gym twice a week, take steps to follow through with it no matter what,” says O’Donoghue. “If you find that work or a personal commitment means you won’t have time to go to the gym on the day you’d allocated, go anyway. Even if you just spend five minutes in the gym on that day, that’s psychologically and physically better than not going at all, as you’ve maintained the habit and you’re sticking to your commitment. “With any habit, any time you start to make excuses like not having time – you’re in danger. It’s like many people who make a New Year’s Eve resolution to get fit: they attack the gym for two weeks and completely overdo it, then never follow through. That’s never going to work.” Remember to take baby steps “If the person has been very sedentary in their habits and wants to make some lifestyle changes, I’d say to them, ‘Let’s start small’. I’d get them to look at one small thing they could do that they could attach to an existing behaviour, so they could say to themselves, ‘When I get home, I put on my walking shoes straight away and go for a walk’. Even if they just start off with five minutes, depending on their level of health. Start with just one thing and stick to it. “As they progressed, I’d ask them how long was acceptable to them to keep going so that the five minutes is turning into 15 minutes and so on. I’d ask them to tell me how many times a week they’re committing to do it. It’s not about saying it’s good or bad whether they did it or not but maintaining the habit and what’s realistic for them." O’Donoghue says she’d also ask the exercise newcomer to think about what successes they’ve had in their life (not associated with exercise) such as in their career or personal life and ask them to think about how they achieved that success. “It might be a presentation or how well they cook – get them to extract the key principles from that and apply it to their exercise. “It’s important to look at the role of feelings associated with exercise,” she says. If we have the thought one cold dark morning that we just don’t feel like doing any exercise and there is that self-talk going on in our heads, making sure you turn that around. Maintaining the momentum is very important.” You can exercise alone, with a friend, or in a group. What’s important is working out what will work best for you. “If someone said they really did struggle to exercise by themselves, I’d be encouraging them to exercise with a friend or neighbour or a group,” says O’Donoghue. “They are more likely to uphold a commitment to someone else than themselves. That sense of accountability can be useful.” It’s worthwhile knowing that research shows you don’t have to do a big block of exercise in one hit. You can break it down into 10-minute blocks – walk to the shops instead of driving; go up the stairs instead of taking the lift; even doing housework, standing up while watching TV, or doing some gardening counts! Think about anything that contributes to you burning calories. Before you start patting yourself on the back, O’Donoghue says it’s important to recognise the difference between being healthy and being fit. Initially, regular exercise such as fairly brisk walking for half an hour for five or six days is about getting healthy so that you are mildly out of breath as you walk – but if your aim is to get fit, your heart rate needs to go up when you exercise. Older Australians also need to think about doing some light strength training up to three times a week, using exercises to work all the major muscle groups of your body (legs, hips, back, chest, abdomen, shoulders and arms) to maintain bone health and muscle mass. To avoid injuries, have a professional show you how to apply low levels of impact on the muscles. Elastic band exercises, for example, are ideal. Are you ready to start exercising? What made you decide to give it a serious go? Written by Robin Hill. Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/articles/health/exercise/struggling-to-start-an-exercise-plan.aspx">Wyza.com.au</a>.

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The 5 things you need to do when visiting Morocco

From the twisting, bustling alleyways of the Medina to the fresh sweet taste of mint tea, Morocco is a wonderful assault on the senses. These are the five things you must do in this incredible country. 1. Shopping If you love delicate glass tea sets, intricately-woven carpets and expertly-made leather handbags, you will love shopping in Morocco. Sharpen your bargaining skills and head to the markets for the most authentic experience. The Souk Market in Marrakech is the one most often featured in films. Wander through the vast twisting alleys and you will find anything your heart desires from spices and perfumes to leather goods and souvenirs. Be prepared. This is a wonderful assault on the senses. Take good shoes, a bottle of water and a secure bag. Many Morocco tours also take some time to visit a tannery. Here you can see exactly how leather goods are made. To counter what may be an overpowering smell, the owners hand out sprigs of mint. Hold one to your nose as you listen to the workers detail the process of tanning a hide and turning it into luxury goods. Make sure you also seek out a carpet-maker, particularly in Fez. Colourful threads hang from the walls and the intricate Moroccan carpets are woven on-site. Moroccan argan oil is world-famous for making hair shine and heal. The best place to buy it is in Marrakesh. Speak with your tour operator to make sure the oil you find is authentic. 2. Ancient ruins The empire of Rome once stretched all the way to Morocco. The best-preserved example of the ancient Roman ruins can be found at Volubilis, between Rabat and Fez. Volubilis was founded in the 3rd Century BC and was once the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. The Romans saw this isolated city as a strategic outpost for their empire. It grew into a vast city under their occupation from the 1st century AD. Volubilis lies on a fertile plain surrounded by wheat fields. The city’s wealth came from olive production. Grand residences were decorated with beautiful mosaic tiles, marble and bronze. It once had terraced gardens and a triumphal arch. The 42-hectare site is UNESCO-listed. “It is one of the richest sites of this period in North Africa, not only for its ruins but also for the great wealth of its epigraphic evidence,” UNESCO says. Local tribes overtook the city in 285AD. Rome never re-took it. 3. Food Moroccan food is influenced by Berber, Jewish, Arab and French cultures. The result? It is delicious. Morocco’s most famous dish, couscous, is made from small steamed balls of crushed duram wheat semolina. The word couscous is derived from the Arabic word Kaskasa which means “to pound small”. In Morocco, the dish is often called seksu or kesksu. It’s served with chicken, lamb or mutton and vegetables cooked in a spicy broth or stew. When in Morocco, you need to try the sweet version, called Stouff – steamed couscous served with almonds, cinnamon and sugar. Tagine is another must-try Moroccan dish. Tagine is served everywhere, from roadside stalls to fancy restaurants. This delicious meat stew is slow-cooked inside a cone-shaped clay pot. Khobz, a crusty bread baked in communal wood-fired ovens is another delicious Moroccan staple. You can buy it fresh from street vendors all over Morocco. The one Moroccan staple you can expect to have every day is mint tea. Simple, fresh leaves steeped in water and served in glass teacups. It’s a ritual you will take home with you. No more mint teabags. Fresh is the way to go. 4. Fez Fez is Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Less crowded than Marrakesh, Fez is known as a centre for traditional art and artisans. Fez’s old town, or Medina, is UNESCO World Heritage listed. It’s a maze of narrow streets, bustling souks and shopfronts selling traditional food and crafts. Fez is home to the world’s oldest university – the University of Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859. The mosque and university are off-limits to tourists. But you can visit the public library, also one of the oldest in the world. If you love Moroccan tiles, head to Medersa Bou Inania. This building was once a theological college. It is the only religious building in Fez open to non-Muslims. Inside you will find breathtaking mosaics, fine lattice screens and incredible stucco-work. Gardeners should check out Jnan Sbil Gardens, just outside the Medina walls. Sultan Moulay Hassan donated the gardens to the people in the 19th century. Wander along the pathways and breathe in the scent of citrus and eucalyptus. 5. Hammam scrubs Just as you need to do Turkish baths in Turkey, in Morocco, you need to do a hamman scrub. The traditional bathhouse is quite the experience. The first step is to steam and soak. Guests split off by gender, remove their clothes and head to the steam rooms. Take some water from the buckets inside the room and pour it over your head. Or soak in wonderful pools like the one above. Next comes the scrub. The masseuse will scrub every inch of your body, delighting in the removal of dead skin cells. Once you’ve been scrubbed, head back to the steam room to relax. Our top tip – make sure you pay to have your own scrubbing mat, otherwise, they will recycle. You will never view a massage in the same way again. Written by Alison Godfrey. Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.mydiscoveries.com.au/stories/5-things-you-must-do-in-morocco/">My Discoveries</a>.

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Little custard pot

These creamy baked custards, delicately flavoured with vanilla and accompanied by a fresh cherry compote, are easy to make and sure to be popular with all ages. Take care not to overcook the custards – they should be just set when you take them out of the oven. Serves: 6 Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: About 1 hour Ingredients <ul> <li>600ml low-fat milk</li> <li>½ vanilla pod, split</li> <li>2 eggs</li> <li>2 egg yolks</li> <li>2 tablespoons caster sugar</li> <li>½ teaspoon cornflour</li> <li>Cherry compote</li> <li>2 tablespoons raw sugar</li> <li>500g fresh cherries, stoned</li> <li>2 teaspoons arrowroot</li> </ul> Preparation <ol> <li>Place the milk and vanilla pod in a saucepan and heat until almost boiling.</li> <li>Remove from the heat, cover and set aside to infuse for 15 minutes.</li> <li>Preheat the oven to 160°C.</li> <li>Put the whole eggs, egg yolks, caster sugar and cornflour into a bowl and lightly whisk together.</li> <li>Bring the milk back to boiling point, then remove the vanilla pod and pour the hot milk over the egg mixture, whisking all the time.</li> <li>Strain the mixture into a jug, then divide among 6 lightly buttered ½ cup (125ml) ramekin dishes.</li> <li>Set the ramekins in a roasting tin and pour enough hot water into the tin to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.</li> <li>Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until lightly set – the custards should still be slightly wobbly, as they will continue cooking for a few minutes after being removed from the oven.</li> <li>Lift them out of the tin of hot water and place on a wire rack to cool.</li> <li>Once cold, chill until ready to serve.</li> <li>For the cherry compote, put the raw sugar and 90ml water in a saucepan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved.</li> <li>Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and add the cherries.</li> <li>Cover and simmer gently for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.</li> <li>Lift out the cherries with a draining spoon and put them into a serving bowl.</li> <li>Mix the arrowroot with 1 tablespoon cold water.</li> <li>Stir into the cherry juices in the saucepan and simmer for 1 minute, stirring, until thickened and clear.</li> <li>Allow to cool for a few minutes, then pour over the cherries.</li> <li>Spoon a little of the cherry compote over the top of each custard pot and serve the rest of the compote in a bowl.</li> </ol> This recipe first appeared in <a href="http://www.readersdigest.com.au/recipes/little-custard-pot">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, here’s our <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.com.au/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&utm_medium=articles&utm_campaign=RDSUB&keycode=WRA87V">best subscription offer</a>. <img style="width: 100px !important; height: 100px !important;" src="/media/7820640/1.png" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/f30947086c8e47b89cb076eb5bb9b3e2" />

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Fetta and couscous salad

Apart from being an excellent source of starchy carbohydrate, couscous is a great background for other ingredients. In this lunch salad, both raw and lightly steamed vegetables are added to the couscous together with toasted almonds, fresh mint and creamy fetta. Serves: 4 Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking: About 5 minutes Ingredients <ul> <li>1¼ cups (230g) couscous</li> <li>300ml hot vegetable stock</li> <li>170g slim asparagus spears, halved</li> <li>2 zucchinis, cut into thin sticks</li> <li>1 red capsicum, seeded and cut into thin strips</li> <li>⅓ cup (30g) toasted flaked almonds</li> <li>Handful of fresh mint leaves, finely chopped</li> <li>170g fetta</li> <li>Chilli dressing</li> <li>3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil</li> <li>Grated zest of 1 lemon</li> <li>1 tablespoon lemon juice</li> <li>1 clove garlic, finely chopped</li> <li>½ teaspoon dried red chilli flakes</li> <li>Salt and pepper</li> </ul> Preparation <ol> <li>Put the couscous into a large bowl and pour over the hot stock.</li> <li>Set aside to soak for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed.</li> <li>Meanwhile, steam the asparagus for 3 minutes.</li> <li>Add the zucchini and continue steaming for 2 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender but still retain some crunch.</li> <li>Tip the vegetables into a colander and refresh under cold running water.</li> <li>Drain well.</li> <li>To make the dressing, combine the oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, chilli flakes, and salt and pepper to taste in a screw-top jar.</li> <li>Shake well to blend and emulsify the mixture.</li> <li>Fluff up the couscous with a fork, then fold in the capsicum strips, almonds, mint, and asparagus and zucchini.</li> <li>Pour over the dressing and stir gently together.</li> <li>Crumble the fetta over the top and serve.</li> </ol> This recipe first appeared in <a href="http://www.readersdigest.com.au/recipes/fetta-and-couscous-salad">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, here’s our <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.com.au/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&utm_medium=articles&utm_campaign=RDSUB&keycode=WRA87V">best subscription offer</a>. <img style="width: 100px !important; height: 100px !important;" src="/media/7820640/1.png" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/f30947086c8e47b89cb076eb5bb9b3e2" />

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Aussies left fuming as My Health Record phone lines go into meltdown

Those hoping to opt out of the government’s My Health Record initiative have been left furious after having zero access to phone lines due to a technical meltdown. With the opt out deadline originally ending tomorrow, the Senate has come together to extend the due date until January 31, 2019 after many people missed the chance of removing their name from the scheme. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson proposed the idea to the Senate and it didn’t take long for the government to agree with her sentiments. The news is welcomed by Australian’s around the country who were unable to opt out this morning. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none" data-lang="en-gb"> I've just tried calling the 1800 number and it doesn't even ring. — Jon (@Jon00073511) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jon00073511/status/1062479780900102144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">13 November 2018</a></blockquote> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en-gb"> <a href="https://twitter.com/MyHealthRec?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MyHealthRec</a> This is a shambles. I can't opt out and the phone lines are crashing long before being able to speak to anyone. <a href="https://t.co/scWEnlhc4L">pic.twitter.com/scWEnlhc4L</a> — Daniel Bevan (@DanielCBevan) <a href="https://twitter.com/DanielCBevan/status/1062467641569243136?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">13 November 2018</a></blockquote> According to Adelaide resident, Ben, he and his wife had attempted to contact the phone line for days before the due date but had no luck. “My wife has been on hold for an hour and it has just dropped out,” he said to <a href="https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/lastditch-push-to-delay-my-health-record-deadline/news-story/eba3f460b22b8b9795a85a5b0e9ee7dc">news.com.au</a>. “I’ve been on hold a couple times and it has dropped out, including this morning. I was on hold for 15-20 minutes before it dropped out.” Meanwhile, others claim that they received an automated message as soon as they called, saying “your call cannot be completed at this time” and asked those trying to get in touch to call back later. A spokesman from the Australian Digital Health Agency denied the reports saying that the system was not operating. “The opt out website and the My Health Record Help Line are both operational. We are experiencing high demand, which has slowed the system down, and some people have experienced difficulties opting out this morning. These issues have now been resolved,” he said. “The Agency anticipated higher call volumes and has increased the number of help line operators available to support callers. “A call back feature has been enabled allowing people to leave their details for a customer service representative to return their call and process their request to opt out. “If a person leaves their details for a call back, the help line will return the call over the coming days to opt the person out. No record will be created for individuals in this circumstance.” But despite these statements, Ben and one of his sons had first tried to opt out online through the website provided and were successful, but when it came to his wife and other son, they received an error message. “We’ve been trying for a couple of weeks (to get through on the phone line) but particularly in the last few days,” he said. “It’s obviously very frustrating.” And it wasn’t only Ben who was frustrated by the whole process, as many others have complained about the same thing, saying they’re having issues getting through to the phones. Sydneysider Anton Francis told news.com.au that he’s been calling the number provided at least seven times since 10:08am this morning, but still hasn’t been able to reach the other side. Another resident Elena experienced the same problems as she tried calling “quite a few times” and also attempted to get through on the website but it “just did not work”. “It is unbelievable how disorganised this process is,” she said. “The online system does not work and when you try to phone, it just hangs up on you. There is no automated message or any sort of system in place that can cope with demand. “I’m really against my records being on the system and I am unable to opt out. This is just ridiculous and makes me feel angry and helpless and not in control of my information.” Around 4 per cent of the population have already opted out of the controversial health system to date and it is expected that 17 million Australians will be automatically added when the deadline passes. If you wish to opt out, visit <a href="http://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au">www.myhealthrecord.gov.au</a>, or call 1800 723 471.

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The 4 signs Prince Charles is about to take over from the Queen

Great Britain’s longest reigning monarch, 92-year-old Queen Elizabeth II, has reigned for 66 years on the throne. In recent years, the Queen has started reducing her demanding schedule and has instead offered more responsibility to her eldest son and heir, Prince Charles. Now, royal spectators believe that the Queen could soon be passing the reigns over to Charles. Speaking to the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/media/mailonsunday">Mail on Sunday</a>, royal correspondent Robert Jobson said, “I understand the Queen has given the matter considerable thought and believes that, if she is still alive at 95, she will seriously consider passing the reign to Charles.” Reportedly, there have been four key signs that are hinting that Charles will soon become monarch. 1. Prince Charles’ charm offensive Recently, the Prince of Wales has been on the charm offensive, showing the public a more emotional side to the doting grandfather. In a recent photo released by the Palace, Charles can be seen playing with his youngest grandchild, Prince Louis. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp74bqJFmkj/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp74bqJFmkj/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">A new photo of Prince Charles, The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Louis by royal photographer Chris Jackson. . SO CUTE AWWW! ♡ . #katemiddleton #duchessofcambridge #princecharles #princelouis #princegeorge #princesscharlotte</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/thecambridgespage/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> The Cambridges.</a> (@thecambridgespage) on Nov 8, 2018 at 2:11pm PST </div> </blockquote> The sweet photo was shared ahead of the UK premiere of a new BBC documentary, Prince, Son and Heir: Charles at 70. In the documentary, viewers see Charles swinging Camilla’s grandchild around as his wife gushes about his family values. “He will get down on his knees and crawl about with them for hours, you know making funny noises and laughing and my grandchildren adore him, absolutely adore him,” said Camilla. “He reads Harry Potter and he can do all the different voices and I think children really appreciate that.” 2. Support from his sons Although Prince Charles and Prince Harry have always shared their love for their dad, recently the two royals have been vocal about their support and respect for their father. In the BBC documentary, Harry reflected on when his father stepped in to replace Duchess Meghan’s father and walk her down the aisle on her wedding day. Harry, 34, recalled the moment he asked his father to step in for his then soon-to-be wife. “I asked him to and I think he knew it was coming and he immediately said, ‘Yes, of course, I’ll do whatever Meghan needs and I’m here to support you’,” Harry said. “For him that’s a fantastic opportunity to step up and be that support, and you know he’s our father so of course he’s gonna be there for us. “Just because he’s my father that doesn’t mean I can just sort of go, ‘Okay, that’s all, I’ll take it from here.’” In the same documentary, William complimented his father for being a wonderful grandparent and admitted that he wants Charles to “have more time with the children”. Last year, Harry and William opened up about the moment Charles told them the heartbreaking news about their mother Princess Diana’s death. “One of the hardest things for a parent to have to do is to tell your children that your other parent has died,” Harry said. “But he was there for us, he was the one out of two left and he tried to do his best and to make sure we were protected and looked after. “But, you know, he was going through the same grieving process as well.” 3. Charles the thought-leader Last month, Charles appeared on the cover of GQ magazine for their October issue. His interview with the publication positioned him as the modern figurehead of the British monarchy, discussing his views on certain topics. The heir discussed his passion for environmental issues, highlighting how his viewpoints often differ from others. “You are accused of being controversial just because you are trying to draw attention to things that aren’t necessarily part of the conventional viewpoint,” he said. On his official website, Prince Charles explains why he is so passionate about taking care of the environment. “For His Royal Highness believes that economic and social development will best succeed when it works in harmony with Nature, rather than in conflict with Nature,” the Prince of Wales website states. 4. Performing the Queen’s duties Charles has increasingly stepped in for this mother at various engagements. Last year, Charles took centre stage for the laying of the wreath during the Remembrance Day ceremony while his mother looked on. <img style="width: 500px; height: 476.78508617657405px;" src="/media/7821927/image_.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/b8761785c16c4b8293e4c31bd3144c9a" /> Last year, Charles also completed the most engagements in his family – fulfilling 374 engagements in the UK and 172 abroad. In April this year, the Queen discussed Charles taking over from her as the Head of the Commonwealth. ”It is my sincere wish that the Commonwealth will continue to offer stability and continuity to future generations, and will decide that one day the Prince of Wales should carry on the important work started by my father in 1949,” she said, addressing the Commonwealth heads of government at Buckingham Palace. While some royal speculators suggest the Queen will officially abdicate when she turns 95, others believe Charles could soon become Prince Regent. This will mean that Charles will “become King all but in name”. Do you think Charles will become King soon? Let us know in the comments below.

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Michael Schumacher’s wife shares rare comments on stricken F1 star’s health

Michael Schumacher’s wife Corrina has made rare comments about her husband’s health in a letter that has recently emerged. In the note that has surfaced nearly five years since Michael’s skiing accident, Corinna, 49, described her husband as a “fighter”. In 2013, the Formula One Champion suffered a traumatic brain injury after crashing on a ski slope during a holiday. Michael’s family have disclosed little information about his condition since the tragedy, leaving his fans clueless about his health. However, a German musician has shared a letter Corinna wrote to him with German magazine Bunte last week. Hamburg bandleader Sascha Herchenbach received the note after sending a recording of a new song named ‘Born To Fight’ to the Schumacher family. In the emotional letter, Corrina wrote: “I would like to sincerely thank you for your message and nice gift that will help us through this difficult time. “It is good to receive so many kind wishes and other well-intentioned words – which is a great support for our family. “We all know Michael is a fighter and will not give up.” Herchenbach composed the track on 29 December 2014, but the date of Corrina’s letter has not been revealed. The musician told the magazine that he was shocked to receive a reply from the family. “I had not expected to get an answer and was overwhelmed,” he said. “The letter was handwritten and signed by Corinna on her stationery. “She wrote that she was very thankful for the gift and helped her and her family over this difficult time.” It is believed the German is recovering in his home near Lake Geneva in Switzerland. The touching letter follows recent comments made by Schumacher’s manager to support a <a href="https://www.oversixty.com.au/health/caring/michael-schumacher-s-family-issues-rare-statement/">charity commemorative poster</a> celebrating the racer. The poster depicts Michael driving to victory on his way to his first title with Ferrari. Speaking on behalf of the Schumacher family, Sabine Kehm said: “We are delighted to be partnering with ZOOM to raise money for the Keep Fighting Foundation. “This is a stunning way to celebrate Michael’s iconic career and by the way a very beautiful poster.”

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There's more to the yellow bin than you think: Did you know these recycling rules?

Although many think they can get away with sneaking things into their recycling bin, carelessly putting in the wrong items will contaminate the whole batch. It’s important to know the rules of recycling to avoid recyclables ending up in landfill. If you’ve been throwing your wine bottles in the yellow bin with the lid still on, then you've been doing it wrong. If you’ve ever thrown out a pizza box with food still in it, then you’ve contaminated the whole batch. “What I usually do with my pizza boxes is rip off the part with leftover toppings still stuck to it, throw it in the garbage bin and the other half in recycling,” Jayne Paramor, deputy director of national environment group, The Boomerang Alliance, told <a href="https://www.news.com.au/">news.com.au</a>. “I’d rather not compromise what goes into the recycling bin because if it is contaminated, the entire batch will be sent off to landfill.” To avoid this happening, Aussies need to learn more about what can and can’t be put in the yellow recycling bin. “The vast majority of soft plastic can be recycled but we don’t have the capacity in this country to do it — it is restricted based on our recycling infrastructure,” Ms Paramor said. City of Sydney Council’s waste strategy manager Kath McLaughlin said the most common mistake people were making was putting their recyclables in a plastic bag and then throwing it. The plastic bag later gets caught in the waste machines. Others are unfortunately still making obvious mistakes with their yellow bins, such as contaminating their recyclables with nappies and clothes. “People think by putting their clothes in the recycling bin it will somehow make its way to a charity, but no, it doesn’t work like that,” Ms Paramor said. Ms Paramor said that spending just a few extra minutes making sure you are recycling correctly will bring us all one step closer to protecting the environment. “It really is everyone’s responsibility, from governments, to the manufacturers and retail sectors in what they’re putting on the shelves, to consumers and being conscious of what they’re purchasing and doing with their waste.” Although the rules differ for every council area depending on their waste management facility, here are the best-practise rules you can keep in mind next time you recycle. DO RECYCLE Yoghurt tubs: Rinse and remove lids before placing in yellow bin. Local papers: Plastic and rubber band goes to REDcycle, only paper can be recycled. Books: They can be recycled but the paper must be separated from the spine and broken down into smaller pieces. Tissue boxes: The plastic film must be removed first and placed in a REDcycle bin. The cardboard can then be flattened and put in the yellow bin. Large boxes: Must first flatten the cardboard before placing in the yellow bin. Magazines/papers containing staples: There is no need to separate the staples from the paper before putting it in the yellow bin. Greasy takeaway paper bag: If the paper bag only has a little bit of grease on it then it is fine to put in the yellow bin. If it is very contaminated, put in the red bin. Detergent/shampoo bottle: Empty the bottle, rinse and then recycle. Bottle of wine: Put the lid in the red bin and then recycle the bottle. Coffee cups: The lid can be removed, washed and recycle. However, the cup cannot be recycled due to its waterproof plastic lining so put it in the red bin. DON’T RECYCLE Cotton handles from paper bags: Recycling facilities don’t handle textiles so if it is cotton, then compost or try to reuse it. Used tissue: You can’t recycle tissues. Clothes: Old clothing will jam the machinery at the recycling facility. Nappies: There are specific nappy recycling services in Australia that you can use but if you put it in your yellow bin, it will contaminate the other items. There are also unique services to recycle <a href="https://www.mobilemuster.com.au/">mobile phones</a>, <a href="https://techcollect.com.au/">computers and TVs</a>, <a href="https://cartridges.planetark.org/">printer cartridges</a>, <a href="https://www.paintback.com.au/">paint</a>, <a href="https://www.nespresso.com/au/en/how-to-recycle-coffee-capsules">coffee capsules</a> and <a href="https://www.softlanding.com.au/">mattresses</a>. (Will link to services) Have you been recycling correctly? Let us know in the comments below.

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Woman’s disturbing discovery while cooking supermarket chicken

Just when we thought fruit being sabotaged with needles was finally over, a woman has discovered something in a piece of chicken as she bit into it during her meal, which she had purchased from a supermarket. Nadia Petersen, from New Zealand, shared a post on her Facebook page after her horrifying discovery – she found a rusty nail in the chicken as she was grilling the boneless piece. Peterson confirmed she had purchased the boneless chicken thigh pieces from a Countdown supermarket. Sharing the warning on her Facebook page with photos, Petersen wrote, “Check your boneless chicken thighs from Countdown (Regent Whangarei). Just about chomped on a rusty … nail.” <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnadiapetersenx%2Fposts%2F10216864299661100&width=500" width="500" height="420" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe> She told local news company TVNZ, “I picked it up and I held it and stared at it for a couple seconds in disbelief, then I ran outside and spat my food out then washed my mouth out.” Petersen also took measures to ensure she would not fall ill or suffer any poisoning following the incident. “I rung the hospital first who took my details and passed me on to the poisons centre to make sure I wasn’t going to get sick from ingesting chicken with rust in it,” she told TVNZ. Petersen posted an update on Facebook, stating: "I shop at Countdown Regent all the time and the staff there are awesome. Today they gave me a $50 voucher on surrender of the chicken and nail, and gave me a pack of chicken, but most importantly they took it seriously." <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnadiapetersenx%2Fposts%2F10216870758342563&width=500" width="500" height="708" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe> In the meantime, the New Zealand supermarket chain is investigating how a rusty nail ended up in a piece of boneless chicken thigh. A Countdown spokesperson confirmed to <a href="https://au.news.yahoo.com/womans-shocking-discovery-supermarket-chicken-055542138.html">Yahoo7</a>, “Food safety is our utmost priority and we have a really thorough process to ensure we investigate any complaints properly.” They continued, “We have a range of safety precautions and measures in place which include metal detectors at points in the process and full traceability on all fresh meat.” The Countdown spokesperson also told Yahoo7 that “investigations are already underway and once the nail arrives we’ll be able to further analyse this”.

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Travel

How not to behave on a plane

Flying economy, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact we’re all in it together. 1. The Armrest Warrior They dominate the shared armrests and can provoke an in-flight turf war. Strategise: Sharing is best, or one ‘outside’ rest for window and aisle seats and both for the middle. If someone’s obsessed with claiming ownership, it may be worth retreating peacefully for a more relaxing journey. 2. The Recliner Their seat goes back as soon as the plane levels out and stays there until landing, making it impossible for those behind to work or eat. Strategise: On a short flight, reclining is frowned upon. On longer flights, keep your seat straight until it’s acceptable to recline – generally once meal trays have been collected. 3. The Hygiene Offender It’s a long flight, so they took a long run beforehand, then covered up with the strongest deodorant available. Strategise: While most of us arrive at the airport fresh and clean, the close quarters of a plane mean that normally pleasant smells like curry and fragrance can affect other passengers. On long-haul flights, pack wet-wipes for an inflight wash and a change of socks, top and underwear. 4. The Chatterer These flyers can’t wait to talk your ear off for the duration of the flight. Strategise: Have headphones or a laptop ready to show you’re busy. Nervous flyers may need you to chat to calm them; remind them planes are statistically the safest way to travel. 5. The Overhead Storage Hog They get on early and stuff every available overhead locker with their excess carry-on. Strategise: Store heavy items under the seat in front of you, then look for free space in the overheads, accepting you may not get it above your seat. Written by Jackie Middleton. This article first appeared in <a href="http://www.readersdigest.com.au/travel/flights/How-Not-to-Behave-on-a-Plane">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, here’s our <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.com.au/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&utm_medium=articles&utm_campaign=RDSUB&keycode=WRA87V">best subscription offer</a>. <img style="width: 100px !important; height: 100px !important;" src="/media/7820640/1.png" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/f30947086c8e47b89cb076eb5bb9b3e2" />

Travel Trouble

Why you need to go to Switzerland

Wendy Fernandes is a regular visitor to Switzerland. She has been to the European nation at least two or three times a year for the past 12 years. “I go primarily to visit family, but I also love the country because you feel so safe travelling there, everything is clean and well organised, and it’s breathtakingly beautiful,” Wendy says. Switzerland is a small nation, at 41,277 square kilometres it would fit in New South Wales 10 times. But don’t be fooled by its size. It is incredibly diverse. “Visiting Switzerland is like experiencing three European countries in one as the German-speaking, French-speaking and Italian-speaking areas all have their own unique ambience,” Wendy says. Lucerne is one of Wendy’s favourite cities. This compact city sits on the shores of Lake Lucerne and is known for its medieval architecture. It’s here you will find the lion monument carved into a rock and the Swiss Transport Museum. “The lake is beautiful with picture box wooden pedestrian bridges crossing it,” Wendy says. “You can do boat trips on the lake, it has a pedestrian-only central shopping street and lots of cafes and restaurants.” In Zurich, you’ll find an attractive old town mingled with modern shopping streets. Daily guided walks (in English) leave from the train station in the centre of town. Zermatt is in the French-speaking part of the country and is home to the dramatic Matterhorn mountain. “It’s a year-round resort and thanks to the glacier one can ski for 8 months,” Wendy says. “In the summer there are wonderful walks to suit all abilities with guides available for the more challenging hikes. The town centre is full of places to stay and eat and has a vibrant atmosphere.” If you’re going to Zermatt, Wendy says you should walk across the Charles Kuonen bridge. At 494m it is the longest in the world. What you will really love, Wendy says, is the trains. Swiss trains are known for their efficiency and for the stunning scenery of the countryside they pass through. The Glacier Express is perhaps the most famous Swiss train. It connects Zermatt and St Moritz in the centre of the Swiss Alps and glass roofs offer jaw-dropping views of the mountains. The Chocolate train links Montreux and Broc-Chocolat and the Golden Pass train runs from Luzern to Interlaken and Montreux. “Travelling is easy and public transport operates 352 days a year, runs like clockwork and covers the whole country,” Wendy says. “When buying a ticket at the station they will give you a print out of times/platform numbers and any changes required. “You can buy various train/boat/bus passes such as the Swiss Travel Pass for 3, 4, 8 or 15 days. If you are visiting for longer the Half Fare card on the trains is valid for 30 days.” If you are travelling by car and using the motorways you need to buy and display a Vignette for CHF 40. Australians travelling to Switzerland will appreciate the excellent coffee. Swiss food is wholesome, always homemade and nourishing. “Try Fondue (bread cubes dipped in hot cheese), Alpermagronen (a bake of cheese and potatoes served with apple puree), Bircher muesli (a breakfast dish of oats soaked overnight and then mixed with forest fruits, yogurt and cream), Raclette ( a type of cheese heated to melting point and then dripped over potatoes and pickles) and Rosti which is almost the national dish being potatoes thinly grated and then pan-fried in butter until crisp and golden,” Wendy says. “Wash any of the above down with white wine (which the Swiss keep to themselves) or fresh apple juice.” What more could you ask for? No wonder she keeps coming back. Here are Wendy’s quick tips for Switzerland must-sees: <ul> <li>The large lakes – Geneva, Constance, Lucern, Zurich, Neuchatel and Lugano to name but a few.</li> <li>Mountains – Matterhorn, Pilatus, Rigi or Jungfrau.</li> <li>Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen.</li> <li>Interlaken for chocolate-box views, walks and mountain flowers.</li> <li>Parade of the cows dressed in flowers as they are brought down from the Alpine Pastures in October.</li> <li>Fireworks and bonfire display to mark Swiss National Day on August 1.</li> <li>Sunday is still a day of rest in Switzerland. Shops are closed, and no one hangs out washing or mows their lawn. Trains, boats and buses run as usual.</li> </ul> Written by Alison Godfrey. Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.mydiscoveries.com.au/stories/switzerland-travel-activities/">My Discoveries</a>.

International Travel

Aussies warned of deadly mozzie disease

Australians travelling to Bali have been issued a warning after a deadly mosquito-born brain disease is spreading throughout the popular tourist destination. The health ministry of Indonesia says that an increased amount of Japanese encephalitis cases has been brought to light as of recently. The disease, which is considered to be life-threatening, can cause blindness, weakness and movement disorders. If the viral brain infection is contracted, the symptoms include fever, headache, neck stiffness, tremors, paralysis and convulsions, especially amongst younger children. The disease can also send those affected into a coma or ultimately death, and those who are lucky enough to survive the deadly disease are usually left with neurological impairments that last throughout the course of their life. According to The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDPC), the disease is currently spreading throughout Asia with countries such as India, Pakistan and Japan reporting an increased amount of cases. With 30-50,000 cases reported per year, the ECDPC says that number has been seeing a decline due to vaccinations and an improvement in agriculture. While the disease is most likely to occur from mosquitos, it can also be transmitted through birds, bats, cows and pigs. The ministry is currently monitoring the disease in Bali, North Sulawesi and Manado but so far, Bali is the worst affected area. “To intervene with (the spread of) this disease, we have been introducing vaccinations in Bali with pretty good results. We are intervening with immunisation,” said Vensya Sitohang, the Ministry of Health Director of Surveillance and Quarantine to <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/warnings/australians-warned-about-travelling-to-bali-amid-spike-in-japanese-encephalitis-cases/news-story/e255ca32f524bcbdae9d1ee1f7e3a429" target="_blank">news.com.au</a>. Children who are aged between nine months old to 15 years are eligible for vaccination as they are considered to be the most at risk when it comes to contracting the infection. According to the ministry, 979,953 people have been vaccinated so far. “The hope is that it prevents it early, so no physical disability is reached,” said Ms Sitohang. Signs and symptoms occur within five-15 days after being bitten by the infected insect. Those who are travelling to Bali or Asia are advised to remain covered up and regularly apply mosquito repellent to avoid getting bitten. “A Japanese encephalitis vaccine is available for people aged 12 months and older and is recommended for travellers spending extended one month or more in rural areas of high-risk countries for JE,” the NSW Health website reads. Contact your GP for further information on the vaccine.

Travel Trouble

Sunrise's Nat Barr selling $3.2 million Sydney home

Natalie Barr is one of our favourite faces on Australian breakfast television. And while she seems <a style="box-sizing: border-box; transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out 0s;" rel="noopener" href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/entertainment/tv/2017/12/the-controversial-moment-you-missed-on-sunrise/" target="_blank">content to keep up the early mornings</a> (for the moment at least), the Sunrise star looks as though she’s after a bit of a change of scenery. <p style="margin-top: 0cm; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px;">The 50-year-old presenter and her husband Andrew Thompson are selling their four-bedroom home in the up-market Sydney suburb of Mosman. <p style="margin-top: 0cm; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px;">The couple purchased the property, which is scheduled to go to auction on December 6, in 2016 for $3.2 million. With luxurious views of Sydney harbour, incredible outdoor spaces and a range of high-class features you can easily see why the Sunrise host decided to move in. <p style="margin-top: 0cm; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px;">Take a peek at this stunning property in the gallery above. <p style="margin-top: 0cm; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px;">What are your thoughts? Could you see yourself living in a house like this? Do you think Natalie is mad to pass it up? Let us know in the comments section. <p style="margin: 0cm; margin-bottom: 1rem; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px;">Hero image credit: Twitter / MacGregor SHS

Domestic Travel

Health

Alan Jones admitted to hospital

Radio host Alan Jones has been admitted to hospital as it has been announced that he will be off the air for a period of time. According the <a href="https://www.couriermail.com.au/entertainment/confidential/2gb-alan-jones-in-hospital-with-back-pain/news-story/04eec5395bc56f27ef06e2c902706c41">Daily Telegraph</a>, Jones, 77, was taken to hospital after complaining about severe back pain. Jones, who regularly hosts the breakfast show on Sydney’s 2GB, was absent from the program on both Monday and Tuesday. 2GB host Ben Fordham said that they desperately “needed Jones back on air”. “Alan has more backbone than anyone I know so I am sure he is going to make a full recovery,” Fordham said. Adam Lang, the chief executive for Macquarie Radio, confirmed that Jones’ was off the air due to his health. “Unfortunately, Alan Jones is unwell at the moment and receiving care in a hospital,” said Mr Lang. “We hope that Alan is as comfortable as possible and that he has a swift recovery.” This isn’t the first time the outspoken radio host has had complications, as in November 2016 he underwent surgery for his back and has also reportedly gone through several neck operations. Filling in for Jones, Chris Smith confirmed on air that Jones was seeking treatment for his severe back pain. “His doctors are working to establish what the problem is. The end result is he’ll be back as soon as he can but we’re not sure exactly when that will be,” said Smith.

Caring

The exercise that will strengthen abdominal muscles

If you’re dealing with a little bit more extra fat around the stomach region then reverse sit-ups are the perfect exercise to strengthen your abdominal muscles. Whether it’s due to hormones, water retention or genetics, there are many reasons as to why your stomach maybe in need of some firming exercises. Reverse sit-ups target the lower abdominal muscles more than any other form of exercise. In this video, Taylor Harrison – author, senior’s health expert and Director of <a href="http://www.activeseniors.net.au/">Active Seniors Health Centre</a> – shows you how to tighten your abdominal muscles and strengthen your core. <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/300185388" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen="" mozallowfullscreen="" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> To see more videos and articles on improving your health and fitness from Taylor Harrison, <a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/search.aspx?Keyword=taylor+harrison">click here</a>. Will you be trying out this exercise? Let us know in the comments below.

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How does household mould affect your health?

Jeroen Douwes is a Professor of Public Health at the Centre for Public Health Research, Massey University. Exposure to harmful agents inside the home can have profound effects on our health. After all, we spend an average of <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16078638">16 hours a day</a> at home – and even more when aged under seven and over 64. Mould accumulates in damp and poorly ventilated buildings. Inhaling mould fragments or spores can inflame the airways, causing nasal congestion, wheezing, chest tightness, coughing and throat irritation. Prolonged exposure to high levels of indoor dampness <a href="http://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/1002410/">can reduce lung function</a> and cause chronic health problems such as asthma. Those who already suffer from asthma and allergies are more likely to have <a href="http://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/1002410/">more severe symptoms</a> when exposed. According to the World Health Organization (<a href="http://www.who.int/en/">WHO</a>), a <a href="http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/142077/e95004.pdf">considerable proportion</a> of the world’s <a href="http://journal.publications.chestnet.org/article.aspx?articleid=1210781">300 million cases</a> of childhood asthma is attributable to exposure to indoor dampness and mould. People who live in damp and mouldy homes are also at increased risk of <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1994167/">depression</a> which, in turn, may <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21532014">increase the risk</a> of respiratory symptoms and <a href="http://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/1002410/">asthma</a>. The most infamous type of mould is “black mould” (Stachybotrys chartarum), which can grow on water-damaged building materials and produce toxic spores. In 1994, it was linked to a <a href="http://jama.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=192616">serious respiratory illness</a> after ten children experienced idiopathic pulmonary haemosiderosis (bleeding from the lung) and one subsequently died. But despite significant media interest and public concern, a causal link was <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/mold/stachy.htm#Q8">never established</a>. Who is at risk? It’s commonly assumed that mould causes the health problems described above, though the evidence for this is generally weaker than for dampness itself. This may be related to the fact that scientists are still struggling to accurately measure indoor mould exposures. The WHO <a href="http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/142077/e95004.pdf">estimates</a> that in cold climates, 15% of dwellings have signs of dampness and 5% have signs of mould problems. In warm climates, the estimates are 20% for dampness and 25% for mould. Since dampness is more likely to occur in houses that are overcrowded and lack appropriate heating, ventilation and insulation, the prevalence of damp indoor problems in low-income communities and rental accommodation can be substantially higher. Climate change and its effects on the weather (storms, heavy rainfall and floods) are likely to <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4499913/">further increase</a> the proportion of buildings with damp problems. What can you do? In addition to visible mould, other signs of damp problems may include: mould odour, water stains, frequent condensation, peeling or cracked paint or wall paper, damp basement, and standing water under or around the house. No safe levels of indoor dampness and or mould have been defined. So health-based standards or guidelines do not exist. Nonetheless, there are several practicable measures you can take to prevent or minimise indoor mould. These include adequately heating and, in colder climates, insulating your home to reduce air humidity levels and condensation. Install and use appropriate ventilation, particularly in wet areas or areas where water vapour may be emitted, such as bathrooms, laundries and kitchen areas. It’s also critical to avoid water leaks by controlling and maintaining rain and surface water drainage. Where holes are created in the roof or walls to allow skylights, windows, doors, pipes or other structures to be fitted, make sure these are watertight. If you find visible mould in your home, remove the mould and identify and address the cause of the excess moisture. Clean hard surfaces using soap and water or, if mould growth is persistent, a bleach solution could be used. You may need to throw away absorbent materials such as carpets, depending on the level of contamination. In case of extensive mould damage, you may need to call on commercial mould remediation services. Although those with pre-existing allergies or asthma are at greater risks, mould can also cause health effects in otherwise healthy people. So measures to prevent or reduce mould exposure are important to everyone. Some regions may require stricter regulations and building codes to prevent dampness and mould. Damp problems are particularly prevalent in rental houses, often due to poor maintenance. So regulators should also consider a periodic inspection system (or “warrant of fitness”) to ensure minimal housing standards are met. Written by Jeroen Douwes. 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What your poo is really made of

Vincent Ho is a senior lecturer and clinical academic gastroenterologist at Western Sydney University. If you’ve ever thought your poo is just a bunch of dead cells, think again. Most of it is alive, teeming with billions of microbes. Here’s what <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6089542">studies</a> in <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">healthy adults</a> reveal makes up our poo. Water Our faeces is <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">largely (75%) made up</a> of water, although this differs from person to person. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9771336">Vegetarians</a> have a higher water content in their stools. Those who consume less fibre and more protein have a lower water content. Fibre has a <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1333426">high water-carrying ability</a> and makes our stools more bulky, increases the frequency of bowel movements and makes the process of passing bowel motions easier. The other 25% of faeces is made up of <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">solids</a>, which are mainly organic (relating to living matter) materials. A small proportion of solids is made up of inorganic material such as calcium and iron phosphate as well as dried constituents of digestive juices. Around <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7359576">25-54%</a> of the organic material is made up of microbes (dead and living), such as bacteria and viruses. Microbes Bacteria in faeces have been <a href="https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(16)00053-2?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0092867416000532%3Fshowall%3Dtrue">extensively studied</a>. It’s estimated there are nearly 100 billion bacteria per gram of wet stool. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1183343/">One study</a> that looked at a collection of fresh stools in oxygen-free conditions (as oxygen can <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0170922">damage certain types of bacteria</a>) found almost 50% of the bacteria were alive. The different types of bacteria present in faeces can influence how hard or loose stool samples can be. For example, <a href="https://gut.bmj.com/content/65/1/57">Prevotella bacteria</a>, which can be found in the mouth, vagina and gut, are more commonly seen in those with soft stools. In fact, a high-fibre diet is <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3368382/">strongly associated</a> with these bacteria. <a href="https://gut.bmj.com/content/65/1/57">Ruminococcaceae</a> bacteria, which are common gut microbes that break down complex carbohydrates, favour harder stools. Viruses have been less studied than bacteria as components of the gut microbiota – the population of bacteria and viruses that live in our gut. It <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3208976/">is estimated</a> there are 100 million to 1 billion viruses per gram of wet faeces in most of us. This number can change considerably when people become sick with viral gastroenteritis, such as in norovirus infections, where levels of <a href="https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/14/10/08-0117_article">more than a trillion viruses per gram</a> of stool can be found. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YB-8JEo_0bI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> Certain types of viruses that infect bacteria, <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4312520/">called bacteriophages</a>, have been linked to diseases of the gut like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archaea">Archaea</a> are bacteria-like microbes that can inhabit some of the most extreme environments on Earth such as hot springs, deep sea vents or extremely acidic waters. Archaea that produce methane are known to live in the human gut and account for around <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plospathogens/article?id=10.1371/journal.ppat.1004833">10% of non-oxygen-dependent microbes</a>. Such methane-producing archaea like Methanobrevibacter are associated with harder stools and constipation as <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19830557">methane can slow down intestinal movement</a>. It is believed there are around <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3721294">100 million archaea</a> per gram of wet faeces. Single-celled fungi (yeasts) are present in the gut of <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.1002503">about 70% of healthy adults</a>. They occur in estimated concentrations of up to a million microorganisms per gram of wet faeces but <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18584522">comprise only a small</a> proportion (0.03%) of all microbes. Other organic material Some of the organic material includes <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">carbohydrates</a> or any other undigested plant matter, protein and undigested fats. Faeces does not contain large quantities of carbohydrates as the majority of what we eat is absorbed. However, undigested amounts remain as dietary fibre. Some <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.1002503">2-25% of organic matter</a> in faeces is due to nitrogen-containing substances such as undigested dietary protein, and protein from bacteria and cells lining the colon that have been shed. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7211735">Fats contribute</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9734752">2-15%</a> of the organic material in our faeces. The amount of fat excreted into our stools is highly dependent on dietary intake. Even with no fat intake, though, <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">we do get some excretion of fat</a> into our faeces. Fat in faeces can <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500995/">come from bacteria</a> in the form of short-chain fatty acids when they ferment foods, in addition to undigested dietary fat. Plastic particles A <a href="https://www.ueg.eu/press/releases/ueg-press-release/article/ueg-week-microplastics-discovered-in-human-stools-across-the-globe-in-first-study-of-its-kind/">recent study</a> has found that microscopic plastic particles can appear in our faeces when we drink from plastic bottles or eat foods that have been wrapped in plastic. This small study of eight participants who were exposed to plastics in their food and drink identified up to nine different types of plastics in their stools. But we need larger studies and additional analytical research to understand the clinical significance of this. Poo is different in disease Not everyone’s poo is going to be the same. Diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease can lead to <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0016508514002200">changes in the type of bacteria in our gut</a> and result in raised <a href="https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/dg11">inflammatory proteins</a> that can be detected in our stool. The presence of blood in the stool could signal bowel cancer, though this isn’t always the case. Fortunately there is a <a href="https://www.cancer.org.au/content/pdf/HealthProfessionals/ClinicalGuidelines/ClinicalpracticeguidelinesJuly2008.pdf">good screening test</a> that can pick up the presence of trace blood in the stools and lead to further investigations such as a colonoscopy. Written by Vincent Ho. 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Michelle Obama’s surprising marriage confession

The former First Lady of the United States has revealed that her and husband Barack Obama, who many look at as the pinnacle of a stable relationship, went through marriage counselling in a candid interview. The 54-year-old sat down with Good Morning America and said that her relationship with Barack is like any other marriage. “I know too many young couples who struggle and think there’s something wrong with them and I want them to know that Michelle and Barack Obama, who have a phenomenal marriage and love each other, we work on our marriage,” she said to interviewer Robin Roberts. Michelle and Barack, who met for the first time at a law practice they were both working at, credit marriage counselling for teaching them ways to take care of themselves and each other. “Marriage counselling for us was one of those ways where we learned how to talk out our differences. What I learnt about myself was my happiness was up to me,” she told Roberts. The full interview aired on Tuesday this week on Good Morning America and was the same day Michelle’s first book, Becoming, was released. The memoir is an inside look into the life of the former First Lady as she shares her struggles and triumphs throughout her life. One particular struggle was the difficulty she faced when trying to conceive before welcoming her two daughters Malia and Sasha. “We were trying to get pregnant and it wasn’t going well,” she writes in her book, according to The Associated Press. “We had one pregnancy test come back positive, which caused us both to forget every worry and swoon with joy, but a couple of weeks later I had a miscarriage, which left me physically uncomfortable and cratered any optimism we felt.” But the couple soon had Malia and Sasha with the help of IVF. Are you keen to read Michelle Obama's new book Becoming? Let us know in the comments below.

Relationships

The one person stopping Fergie and Prince Andrew from remarrying

Although Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson split in 1996, the couple still continue to live together at Royal Lodge in Windsor Great Park. Despite their past, the duo continue to display an amicable relationship in public and have afternoon tea together with their daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Now, the Duchess of York has addressed the longstanding rumour that the only thing stopping them from remarrying is Prince Philip. According to W Magazine, Philip bears a "long-standing hatred" toward Fergie for the infamous photos that captured American businessman John Bryan sucking her toes. "We know he would oppose any remarriage, that’s why we all say it can only happen after he has gone," said a friend of the couple. Speaking to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk">Daily Mail</a>, Fergie responded to the age-old question – will they remarry? “So many people have asked me that, but we’re so happy with the way we are right now," she said. “We enjoy each other’s company; we allow each other to blossom. I know it sounds like a fairytale but that’s the way we are.” Fergie praised Prince Andrew for his work for his country. “My duty is to him. I am so proud of him. I stand by him and always will. The way we are is our fairytale,” she gushed. “Although we are not a couple, we really believe in each other. The Yorks are a united family. We’ve shown it. You saw it at the wedding. “We stand up for each other, fight for each other. We’re totally respectful of each other’s position and thoughts and we listen to each other. Our children listen to us, too. “And we sit round the table and have afternoon tea together. It’s a very important part of our lives.” The duo’s relationship continues to baffle royal spectators 22 years after their high-profile split. “We’re the happiest divorced couple in the world. We’re divorced to each other, not from each other.” In the interview, Fergie also opened up about the heartbreak of not having her “best friend” Princess Diana present at Eugenie’s wedding last month. “I thought of absent friends and family; of Diana — but she’s with me all the time,” the 59-year-old said. “What I miss most is her tinkling laughter.” Diana and Fergie grew up together, with the duo being distantly related and their parents going to school together. “Diana was my best friend and the funniest person I knew. She had such timing and wit.” “It was a total joy to be with her because we just laughed and enjoyed life so much, and I know she would have loved the wedding.” Eugenie married James Brooksbank on October 12 at Windsor Castle.

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Double chocolate creams

Serves: 6 Preparation: 15 minutes, plus chilling Cooking: Nil Ingredients <ul> <li>200g dark chocolate (70 per cent cocoa) </li> <li>1¾ cups ready-made custard, at room temperature </li> <li>1 tablespoon brandy or other liqueur </li> <li>½ cup whipping cream </li> <li>30g white chocolate, finely grated </li> </ul> Preparation <ol> <li>Chill 6 drinking glasses. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth, about 3 minutes. </li> <li>Pour in about one-third of the custard and stir lightly. The chocolate will begin to thicken and become glossy. Don’t overmix – a couple of large scooping stirs are enough. Pour in the remaining custard and stir to combine with the chocolate. Stir in the brandy. The mixture will thicken as the chocolate cools. Spoon into the chilled glasses and place in the freezer to chill for 20 minutes, or until set. </li> <li>Whip the cream until it holds its shape. Stir in white chocolate. Spoon into the glasses and serve immediately. </li> </ol> TIP: Dark chocolate with 70 per cent cocoa content gives a deep, rich flavour. This recipe first appeared in <a href="http://www.readersdigest.com.au/recipes/double-chocolate-creams">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, here’s our <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.com.au/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&utm_medium=articles&utm_campaign=RDSUB&keycode=WRA87V">best subscription offer</a>. <img style="width: 100px !important; height: 100px !important;" src="/media/7820640/1.png" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/f30947086c8e47b89cb076eb5bb9b3e2" />

Food & Wine

Jamie Oliver reveals the one thing in his marriage he has no control over

Jamie Oliver may be one of the most renowned chefs in the world with food fanatics hanging onto his every word, but unfortunately for him, his reign ends in front of his wife Jools. Especially when it comes to deciding if the pair should have more children. Earlier in the year, Jools mentioned how she’s hoping for another child to join their family, which currently consists of Poppy, 16, Daisy, 15, Petal, nine, Buddy, eight, and River, two. But Jamie isn’t exactly keen on the idea. <img style="width: 0px; height: 0px;" src="/media/7821924/jamiekids.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/0a86ffe42d2140668ab769144d4e2e01" /> Speaking to <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebrity/tv/jamie-oliver-jools-oliver-family-52374" target="_blank">TV WEEK</a>, the 43-year-old said: “I don’t have much say in that department. I’ve tried to put the brakes on a few times and it didn’t work. Women are very powerful, and I’m not very good at restraint of control. “I can give you a strong answer, like, ‘Look, five is enough. I’m struggling already to get them in the car. I can’t even have a car anymore. I drive a f*ing bus. We don’t need anymore kids.’ But you would be under the idea that I have control of this situation. So, we’ll see.” After dating throughout their teenage years, Jamie and Jools tied the knot in 2000, as soon as Jamie’s TV career began to skyrocket. Now, 18 years later, Jools remains Jamie’s biggest supporter. And with the couple celebrating their 20th anniversary in two years’ time, another of Jamie’s biggest milestones is soon to reach 20 as well: His debut TV show, The Naked Chef. Looking back at the young chef, Jamie reminisces about everything The Naked Chef managed to accomplish. “I think I had really big lips before my face grew into them,” he says with a laugh. “I think my fashion sense was highly questionable. My haircuts have been extraordinarily challenged.” But while he pokes fun of himself, he also highlights the discussion the television show managed to start. “Twenty years ago, in Britain, cooking was for girls,” he said. “It was kind of a moment, The Naked Chef. It was about telling the boys that they’ve got to do their bit. But also, that cooking wasn’t for girls, that cooking could get you girls.”

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Finance

How Coles’ new makeover is set to change the way you shop

Coles has introduced its first new “upmarket” store which includes an in-store chef and barista to make the shopping experience easier for busy customers. The new chain of stores, which have been named ‘Coles Local’, will cater to gourmet enthusiasts. Yesterday, the first store, which is 1280sqm and half the size of a standard supermarket, opened in Melbourne’s Surrey Hills. <img style="width: 500px; height:334.1232227488152px;" src="/media/7821965/1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/33df8fe225a0436bbe6fcecd1be9cd09" /> The new stores will feature Coles Local-branded products, including convenience meals and ready-to-go locally sourced fruit and vegetables. Coles Local stores will also feature a ‘Foodie Hub’ where a resident chef will be ready to assist customers with recipes or offer product samples. The ‘Foodie Hub’ will have a selection of meats from famed Melbourne chef Andrew McConnell’s Meatsmith. <img style="width: 500px; height:334.1232227488152px;" src="/media/7821966/2.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/df0bf5d40db0493790744ee09067a524" /> Over the next 10 months, Coles will spend $120 million to roll out seven of these stores in Victoria. Coles chief executive Steven Cain said the focus of the new store is to target people who have a love for food but also juggle busy lives. “Our customers have told us they’re often juggling shopping with a busy family and work schedule, so there will always be a friendly team member who can help them find the specialty products they want to take home for their families,” he said. The line of supermarkets will be in competition against Woolworth’s Metro stores. Will you be making a visit to a Coles Local store? Let us know in the comments below.

Money & Banking

Who has the right of way? The road rules quiz that has drivers stumped

You would hope that those who sit behind the wheel will have a good grasp on road rules, but that doesn’t seem to be the case, as motorists were left confused after a quiz asked them to decide which car has the right of way. Posted on the NSW Road Safety Facebook page on Sunday, an image showed three cars, a cyclist and a pedestrian at an intersection with arrows to map out which way they were heading. They then asked drivers to determine who has the right of way. <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnswroadsafety%2Fposts%2F1919746358073590&width=500" width="500" height="639" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe> The photo shows car A waiting at a stop sign as it plans on turning right with cyclist E making his way into the traffic from his left. Car B is about to make a U-turn from his right. Car C is directly opposite car A and intends to take a left turn with cyclist E riding past him and car A turning right in front of him. The illustration also shows a pedestrian who is about to cross the road past cars A, B, C and cyclist E. It didn’t take long for comments to start pouring in, as the post racked up hundreds of comments in a short time, but despite a stream of answers, it was evident that many motorists don’t have a clear understanding of the road rules. “First off, you’re all driving on the wrong side of the road,” wrote one person. “Be nice if you could actually chuck u-turns at lights in Australia and but that is much too high IQ rule making,” said another. One person commented: “To clear up some confusion here, NSW law states that when making a u-turn, you must give way to all other traffic.” Some couldn’t take the question seriously. “D will die first then E and it will be just luck who survives the last three way smash knowing what NSW drivers are like!!!” wrote one user. “Ok don’t worry about the bike, should not be on the road so ignore. The pedestrian is still on the footpath (smart). So, B, C, A,” said a second person. Another added: “E every time. B if driven by non anglo man and if there are lights present. A if it is a taxi. D if fixated on iphone. C may as well park it up.” After all the speculation, NSW Road Safety – NSW GOV posted the correct answer for everyone who was dying to know. Cyclist E had the right of way as he was riding through an intersection without a stop sign. Next was pedestrian D as they need to give way to oncoming traffic, but the cyclist was the only one in their path. Then it was car C, A and B to have the right of way. One commenter felt concerned after so many drivers failed to give a correct response. “Maybe it would be a good road safety measure to have these scenarios & the correct answers in ads on tv to educate everyone, so we are all on the same page,” she said. Did you get the answer right? Let us know in the comments below.

Legal

The big change coming to Bunnings

The Bunnings experience is set to change for customers all over the country because of one new occupational health and safety requirement. Aussies who enjoy visiting Bunnings and purchasing a sausage sizzle outside stores will soon notice a change to the iconic treat. The new rule, which has targeted the warehouse chain’s national fundraiser, is tackling the apparent dangers posed by a few pieces of fried onion. Each Saturday and Sunday, Bunnings stores across the country are populated by community group volunteers who are serving bread-wrapped snags to raise money for their cause. The proceeds support the community group while Bunnings supply the equipment and shade cover for the day. Grabbing a sausage after leaving Bunnings has become an Aussie tradition that is treasured by shoppers. However, keeping in line with society’s overly cautious nature, a new safety rule dictates that the fried onion can now only be served on the bottom of the sausage. “Safety is always our number one priority and we recently introduced a suggestion that onion be placed underneath sausages to help prevent the onion from falling out and creating a slipping hazard,” Bunnings chief operating officer Debbie Poole said. According to <a href="https://www.news.com.au/">news.com.au</a>, the guideline was quietly introduced but was made known this week, creating a spark of interest from regular customers. “This recommendation is provided to the community groups within their fundraising sausage sizzle welcome pack and is on display within the gazebos when barbecues are underway,” Ms Poole said. Many have voiced their disapproval on social media, with one person dubbing the new rule as “un-Australian”. “Totally un-Australian way to eat a sausage sizzle. snag goes on bread first then onion. OH&S gone mad,” one man wrote. “It is really getting out of hand … no one wants to accept their own stupidity nowadays. It’s mind-boggling frustrating,” another said. But at the end of the day, Bunnings believes the change won’t have an impact on their much-loved sausage sizzles. “Regardless of how you like your onion and snag, we are confident this new serving suggestion will not impact the delicious taste or great feeling you get when supporting your local community group,” Ms Poole said. What are your thoughts on the new rule? Let us know in the comments below.

Money & Banking

Pregnant woman cops $112 parking fine while giving birth

A Sydney mum has been issued a $112 fine for leaving her car for longer than intended after going into labour according to <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/anger-as-new-mum-fined-for-being-in-labour-for-too-long/news-story/b861b676df35f7e2e40abee1ab9af45a" target="_blank">The Daily Telegraph</a>. 33-year-old Jess Brooks thought she was prepared for giving birth after purchasing a 24-hour ticket before going into labour. But after the labour went longer than she expected, Ms Brooks' car was parked outside her mother's Newtown home, in Sydney’s inner-west, for over 30 hours. “We didn’t get up to the ward until 8 am so we had both been awake for 30 hours and it slipped our minds,” Ms Brooks told The Daily Telegraph. “By the time we remembered the car it was just after midday and it was too late, the fine was reissued at 11:56am.” Ms Brooks’ mother tried to replace the ticket before the allotted time but was unable to as she didn’t have the keys with her. Instead, she purchased another ticket and wrote a note and placed both underneath the windscreen wipers hoping that will grant them some leniency. “She told them we had the keys with us in the labour ward so she was unable to put a new guest parking pass in the car and the one from the day before was still on the dash,” said Ms Brooks. But despite their best efforts, the pair were faced with a fine from Revenue NSW and even after disputing the claim, their efforts were knocked back due to “restrictions were clearly signposted”. Ms Brooks and her partner even provided a birth certificate of their newborn for evidence, but Revenue NSW failed to recognise the document. “I was shocked labour was not considered a legitimate cause for leniency,” Ms Brooks said. After The Daily Telegraph published the article and questioned Revenue NSW, they issued an apology and have since withdrawn the fine. Have you ever received a fine in an emergency situation? Tell us in the comments below.

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Internet is divided after woman claims it’s “too early” to celebrate Christmas

A blogger has caused an uproar after she claimed that it was too early for Christmas decorations, as it’s only November. Beauty YouTuber Niomi Smart tweeted to her thousands of followers that it was too early to get into the festive spirit after she spotted a Christmas tree in someone’s window. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en-gb"> Just spotted a Christmas tree in someone’s window... a little early, no? 🎄 — Niomi Smart (@niomismart) <a href="https://twitter.com/niomismart/status/1060163205178245120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">7 November 2018</a></blockquote> The tweet has garnered over 2,100 favourites and 96 retweets but not everyone was supportive, as many disagreed with the popular blogger. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en-gb"> Never too early! Lol <a href="https://t.co/fOkAGszowk">pic.twitter.com/fOkAGszowk</a> — MacNC45 (@angelaraynell) <a href="https://twitter.com/angelaraynell/status/1060165920876847105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">7 November 2018</a></blockquote> Clearly outraged, a few users claimed it is “never too early” to get into the Christmas spirit. “Not early at all. My decorations are going up this weekend,” said one user. “Just put mine up today! Season goes by too fast. It makes me happy,” wrote another. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en-gb"> Noooo never too early! Just done mine <a href="https://t.co/GDeZudgwr9">pic.twitter.com/GDeZudgwr9</a> — Clarey (@Clarey_82) <a href="https://twitter.com/Clarey_82/status/1061362344650006528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">10 November 2018</a></blockquote> But despite the controversial claim, there were a few that agreed with Ms Smart. “Mine goes up the week before Christmas, and comes down on the Twelfth Night,” said a follower. One person said: “Agreed! In Canada, most of us wait until after Remembrance Day for any kind of decorations.” When do you start putting up Christmas decorations in your house? Let us know in the comments below.

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Family first! Prince Charles celebrates 70th birthday with heartwarming new portraits

To celebrate Prince Charles’ milestone 70th birthday today, the palace has released beautiful new portraits of the future king with his immediate family. Taken at Clarence House in September, the heartwarming family photos feature Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, Prince Harry and pregnant Duchess Meghan, and Prince William and Duchess Kate, along with their three children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqIvjMIALqV/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqIvjMIALqV/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">Two new photographs of The Prince of Wales and his family have been released to celebrate HRH’s 70th birthday. The photos were taken by @chrisjacksongetty in the garden of Clarence House.</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/clarencehouse/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> Clarence House</a> (@clarencehouse) on Nov 13, 2018 at 2:04pm PST </div> </blockquote> Prince George is pictured in one of the snaps chuckling cheekily while seated on Grandpa Wales’ – as he is affectionately known to by his grandkids – lap. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqIvrC2gYHs/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqIvrC2gYHs/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">The Prince of Wales with his family in the garden of Clarence House. The photo was taken by @ChrisJacksonGetty to mark The Prince’s 70th birthday.</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/clarencehouse/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> Clarence House</a> (@clarencehouse) on Nov 13, 2018 at 2:05pm PST </div> </blockquote> It has been widely reported how much of a doting grandfather Charles is with both his and Camilla’s grandchildren. The Duchess revealed in new BBC documentary, Prince, Son and Heir: Charles at 70: “He will get down on his knees and crawl about with them for hours, you know making funny noises and laughing and my grandchildren adore him, absolutely adore him.” Camilla added, “He reads Harry Potter and he can do all the different voices and I think children really appreciate that.” The new portraits are also the first time Prince Louis has been seen since his official christening photos were released by the palace in July.

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Sunrise host Samantha Armytage confesses to breaking this road rule

Sunrise host Samantha Armytage has confessed on live TV that she has received a fine for driving while using her mobile phone. The revelation came after the co-hosts on the breakfast show discussed undercover Melbourne police officers dressing as traffic windscreen washers to catch people on their devices. Armytage explained that she had also been done by police in a covert operation. “Look, I have a confession, I’ve been done like this,” she said on air. “Not by a window washer undercover police person but it was a police sting. (It was) a covert operation, where they were looking down from an overpass and then pulling you over further down the street. “And they caught me, I was done. And you know what? Never done it again. I now hide my phone on the back seat so it’s not a temptation. “It works. Sometimes they’ve got to ping you for you to learn your lesson that driving and using your phone is illegal.” If Armytage was caught in her native New South Wales, it is likely that she would’ve lost four demerit points and been hit with a fine of $300. On Monday, officers dressed as windscreen washers at the intersection of Maroondah Highway and Springvale Road in Nunawading, eastern Melbourne. <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FBrisbanePoliceLocations%2Fphotos%2Fa.309045925904887%2F1341487895994013%2F%3Ftype%3D3&width=500" width="500" height="548" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe> Victoria Police confirmed the undercover officers were targeting drivers who would use their mobile phones while stopping at the intersection. A spokesman told the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/auhome/index.html">Daily Mail</a>, “Part of the operation involved covert observations of drivers in stationary vehicles.” “Police issued 38 infringement notices to drivers for using their mobile phone while driving.” While some thought the disguise was deceiving, other praised the covert operation. One person wrote: “Clever! You know what, if it saves lives go for it. The amount of drivers I pass and see them look down at their phones.” What are your thoughts on the operation? Let us know in the comments below.

The heartwarming "thank you" photo Prince William and Kate sent to fans

Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge have shown their appreciation to their loving supporters with a beautiful photograph of Kate and Prince Louis at his christening. Kate and William have slowly been responding to every letter they have received after the birth of their third child who was born six months ago. The "thank you" package features a photo of the Duchess and Prince Louis both beaming with joy and was taken by photographer Matt Porteous in the gardens of Clarence House on the day of Louis’ christening, which took place in July. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqHCfiBA2_x/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqHCfiBA2_x/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">New reply from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge✨ I wrote them in July on the occasion of Prince Louis‘ Christening👶🏼💙 #princelouis #dukeofcambridge #duchessofcambridge #princewilliam #kensingtonpalace #reply #royalreply #christening #royal #royals #royalchristening #royalletter #dukeandduchessofcambridge</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/swedens.royal.family/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> Swedish Royals👑❤️</a> (@swedens.royal.family) on Nov 12, 2018 at 10:11pm PST </div> </blockquote> Along with the photo came a small card acknowledging the delayed response, as the Duke and Duchess apologised for taking the time to respond due to the “enormous volume” of letters received. The token of appreciation was shared on social media by a royal fan who wrote to the pair back in July. The card inside the envelope reads: “The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were touched that you took the trouble to write on the occasion of the baptism of their son, Prince Louis. <img style="width: 473.2142857142857px; height: 500px;" src="/media/7821943/capture.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/ae695e5edfec425c90f829b9b6fe52c6" /> Photo: Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/swedens.royal.family/">@swedens.royal.family</a> “Their Royal Highnesses are so grateful for all the wonderful messages they have received and send you their warmest thanks and best wishes”. <img style="width: 478.83597883597884px; height: 500px;" src="/media/7821944/capture1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/9578b590ec624d6c90d9c91ec8562ea2" /> Photo: Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/swedens.royal.family/">@swedens.royal.family</a> The separate apology card said: “The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hope you will understand that, due to the enormous volume of correspondence received in the last few months, it has not been possible to reply to you all until now”. The photograph of Kate and Louis was loved by the couple so much that they made the decision to release it to the public through the Kensington Palace Instagram account. <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BlSWcJunlMb/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BlSWcJunlMb/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released an additional photograph taken following the christening of Prince Louis. The Duke and Duchess hope that everyone enjoys this lovely photograph of Prince Louis as much as they do. 📷 @mattporteous</a> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/kensingtonroyal/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> Kensington Palace</a> (@kensingtonroyal) on Jul 16, 2018 at 2:00am PDT </div> </blockquote> The photo featured the caption: “The Duke and Duchess hope that everyone enjoys this lovely photograph of Prince Louis as much as they do.”

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