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I've always adored the warmth of a richly spiced chai latte. And these cookies remind me of those memories.

A few simple extras help this pumpkin soup stand out from the rest, including roast curry cashews that add flavour and crunch.

There is such ceremony in bringing a whole cauliflower, dressed up and pretty, to the table, ready to be carved.

Make a cake at a minute's notice by using olive oil in place of butter, no beating needed.

Nourishing, feel good comfort food food that you family can feast on for days.

In a nutshell, tray bakes are a one-pot meal, but on a tray. Minimal effort, maximum results and almost no washing up.

ABC News: What if, without realising it, you are giving money to things you have major moral objections to?

ABC News: No-one had ever made the connection between my disorder and my bank account. This is the story of how I learned to manage my money with ADHD.

Arming your kids with basic financial information about budgeting, spending and saving can help them avoid poor choices later in life. Here's how to take your teen's financial understanding to the next level.

Whether you sign up or not, you still pay for loyalty programs. So how do you make them work for you? We ask a self-confessed points hoarder.

ABC News: Scott Pape's Barefoot Investor has been sold as the "only money guide you'll ever need" but it might not necessarily work for you. Here's why.

While it might feel like a burden, taking on debt to study often pays off in the long run. But it's still important to keep your debt in check.

They say taking a trip together is a great way to get to know someone new. But what if you've known your travel buddy all your life — a parent or sibling? Does it change the way you see them?

When I quit my job and planned to be a "digital nomad" I had no idea what really lay ahead of me. It turns out the toughest parts of my trip were what was happening inside me than any challenges posed by extreme weather.

When 36-year-old Michael Mann was having "an early mid-life crisis" he decided to travel alone, leaving his pregnant wife and two young children at home. But far from leaving his family in the lurch, he had their full support.

The Grand Canyon, St Mark's Square in Venice and the Swiss Alps are just some of the tourist attractions this miniature dachshund has stepped paw on. We spoke to his owner about how it's possible.

ABC New England: Swimming in icy water is not something everyone aspires to do but it should be, according to an outdoor swimming enthusiast.

Life with an autistic seven-year-old can be busy enough without adding travel into the mix. But sometimes breaking that routine is the best thing you can do, Fiona Churchman writes.

Spoiler: you can put some handwash items in the machine — but they'll only survive if you follow this advice.

ABC News: It's the hideous hairdo your dad probably had in the 80s, and it's making a comeback according to hairdressers who say they're fielding requests for the mullet every week.

Katie Parrott's biggest timesaver in the morning happens while lying in bed scrolling through her phone. She and two other busy fashionistas including a mum-of-three share their tips for getting ready — fast.

The annual media storm around the gala gives us an opportunity to interrogate the nature of fashion commentary more generally.

These days, I'm fortunate to be able to wear my hair as I please without retribution. And it's for that reason that I braid my hair, Santilla Chingaipe writes.

Getting from A to B on a bike doesn't have to involve sweat and racing gear. More and more men and women are choosing to ride their own way, at their own pace and in their everyday outfits.

High school parent-teacher interviews can feel like a deathly combination of speed dating and endurance racing. So how should parents make the most of them?

Technology can be beneficial and harmful. The tricky thing for today's parents is how to protect their children and themselves from the harmful aspects, Maggie Dent writes.

These are the things I wish I had known when my dad was dying. And some of them are things I intend to do now to prepare for my own death.

A near-stranger in a cafe rubbed my tummy and asked about my sex life the other day. As I've learnt since developing a baby bump, these kinds of awkward moments aren't uncommon when you're expecting.

You can't force your kids to like each other, but there are things you can do as parents that can help them have each other's backs when they're adults.

Sarah Williams desperately wanted to marry her partner Lisa after being diagnosed with cancer while pregnant, but the government was not ready for them.

When your working life isn't measured by hours, how do you know when you've done enough in a day?

From scientists to social workers, bankers to business owners — eight working fathers share their experiences with taking parental leave.

You're not on death's door, but your throat is scratchy and nose runny. Should you go to work? Here's what the experts have to say.

Worrying what your workmates think is holding you back. Shifting your perspective — and even having the courage to be disliked — is empowering and productivity-boosting. Here's how to do it.

When I quit my job and planned to be a "digital nomad" I had no idea what really lay ahead of me. It turns out the toughest parts of my trip were what was happening inside me than any challenges posed by extreme weather.

Volunteering in Australia is mostly the domain of those with time and money to spare. So when time and money become more scarce, our organisations feel the pinch.

In a world of increasing automation, creativity is one thing we have over our machine overlords. And it isn't limited to musos and painters.

triple j's Hack: While 2011 marked Sydney band Boy & Bear's first year of extraordinary success, it's also the first year frontman Dave Hosking remembers getting sick. This is the story of his extraordinary road to recovery.

From eating well to staying hydrated, here's how to stay on top of your health during Ramadan.

You're not on death's door, but your throat is scratchy and nose runny. Should you go to work? Here's what the experts have to say.

At the Sunshine Heights Cricket Club, generations of young migrants from around the world have learned Australia's favourite summer sport.

One reason fats tend to be controversial is because some fats are better for us than others. So which types of fats are best? And what kind of olive oil should we be buying?

After years of talking and dreaming about it, we've packed up our lives and left Australia for places unknown.

It's natural and efficient to lean on one another's strengths in a relationship. But it can also leave you vulnerable if your other half is out of action or the relationship breaks down.

Being across modern dating lingo isn't just about keeping up with the cool kids, it can also be healing and empowering to know what happened to you has a label.

Few topics cause as much drama as discussions over religion. But it should be possible to talk to one another, and even question someone's beliefs, without resorting to disrespect or yelling. Here's how to talk with someone respectfully.

There are many reasons that people can find themselves disengaged or not interested in sex — and it's a situation many people find themselves in, writes Tanya Koens.

In the middle of that overwhelming mix of emotions, it can be difficult to know what steps to take to keep safe if you think you might have a stalker on your hands.

Wondering what you'll do now Game of Thrones is over? Good news — here's a reading guide to fill the void. Into dragons? Want strong, badass female characters? Medieval politics? Yep, there's books (and another TV series recommendation) for you.

Some comedians believe there are limits to who can joke about what, but others say that if we value freedom of speech, no topic should be taboo. So where does that leave the audience?

Game of Thrones is a world away from 21st century Australia. But strip back the violence, incest and throne-hungering, and you're left with some pretty timeless questions around what constitutes a family, and how much we owe our blood relatives.

The annual media storm around the gala gives us an opportunity to interrogate the nature of fashion commentary more generally.

Australian Story: Kate Miller-Heidke feared she'd never find the strength to sing after childbirth rocked her. Now she's days away from competing on the biggest stage of her career.

ABC Backstory: From humble beginnings in 2004, triple j's Like A Version has morphed into a giant, drawing artists and listeners from around the world, and changing the way in which song covers are appreciated.

ABC Science/RN Life Matters: Is your fridge full of slimy fruit and vegies? We look at ways to store your food to keep it fresher for longer.

Gardening Australia's Jane Canaway takes us through everything you need to start your own edible garden, no matter how much space you have.

ABC Brisbane: Here's a few things dog owners can do to ensure peace breaks out when four-legged friends become foes.

When you're constantly exhausted, missing one salary and your primary concern is baby's welfare, it's all too easy for your best intentions to be sustainable to fly out the window. Here are some suggestions for maintaining your green credentials.

Many plants can help remove toxic chemicals from the air around us. And more often than not, they're easy to find and cheap to buy and easy to keep alive.

ABC News: Trying to find a rental property is rarely a walk in the park, but it's even harder if you have a pet. Are pet bonds the answer, or do they add another financial hurdle to finding a home?

At the Sunshine Heights Cricket Club, generations of young migrants from around the world have learned Australia's favourite summer sport.

When you're in the grip of a phlegm-fuelled misery fest, you might start to feel a little desperate for any sort of relief. We explain what "cold-busting" treatments are more likely to help.

Is it a bad thing if we can't function without a morning coffee? And what are the signs that we might be having too much?

Josh Green will miss running out for Essendon on Anzac Day. He won't miss the ongoing trolling and abuse he received on social media throughout his career.

Pretoria to Canberra, Mildura to Melbourne. These two students have travelled from afar to go to uni.

The diaphragm is a woman-initiated non-hormonal form of contraception. Let's take a look at its history, how it works and whether it's effective.