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Baggage handler calls out crucial mistake at bag-drop

<p dir="ltr">A ramp agent for a major airline has revealed one crucial mistake that many people make when checking their luggage before they fly. </p> <p dir="ltr">Sharing all the details of the little-known trick on a lengthy Reddit thread, the baggage handler, who has years of experience working with American Airlines, noted an extra step that many people miss to ensure the safe arrival of their bags. </p> <p dir="ltr">"Your bag tag has three 'bingo' stickers with your itinerary on them. Take one off and stick it on your suitcase," the airline worker shared.</p> <p dir="ltr">"This way, even if the bag tag gets torn off at some point, we can still get it to its destination."</p> <p dir="ltr">The stickers look like small barcodes at the very end of the long luggage tag and can simply be pulled off and placed anywhere else on the suitcase.</p> <p dir="ltr">It can also be a good idea to keep one of these small tickets with you, whether on your boarding pass (in an area that doesn’t restrict important information), or simply on an old receipt. </p> <p dir="ltr">That way if your luggage unfortunately goes missing, you have the right barcode and number for your bags to be easily located, wherever they may be. </p> <p dir="ltr">Another thing the baggage handler mentions is the location of the luggage tag. </p> <p dir="ltr">While many signs indicate it should be placed around the side handle (if your case has one), the staff member suggests the top handle is better.</p> <p dir="ltr">"Having the tag on the top handle, which is the one that faces outward on the cart, makes it more likely for mistakes to be caught," he points out.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image credits: Shutterstock</em></p>

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How Samantha Murphy's digital data could be a crucial clue

<p>Last Friday, Victoria Police revisited the Mount Clear area after extracting information from her mobile phone data, as they continue to investigate the Ballarat mum's disappearance. </p> <p>Now, Former Australia Federal Police officer and professor of cybersecurity, Nigel Phair believes an "anomaly" or "change in the behaviour" of Murphy's data pattern may have prompted authorities to return to the area. </p> <p>Detectives have previously said that Murphy departed her residence and ran approximately 7km through Woowookarung Regional Park with data tracking her last location as Mount Clear. </p> <p>Phair who formerly headed investigations at the Australian High Tech Crime Centre (AHTCC), said that data from her iPhone and Apple Watch is particularly important as both devices constantly log her GPS coordinates, heart rate, altitude and can even detect falls among other biometric information. </p> <p>"From the second that she walked out of her door, when out on the street, they would be able to see where she was moving and how she was moving," Phair told told Liz Hayes on Channel 9's series <em>Under Investigation</em>. </p> <p>Additionally, her iPhone can be precisely located using triangulation from nearby cell phone towers. </p> <p>Phair said that this type of data is extremely reliable and accurate, and he believes that the disturbance in this data the 7km mark, where it stopped tracking the information, reveals some form of sophistication. </p> <p>"That means someone's done something active against those two devices and you have to know what you are doing to think I'm going to completely take these out," he said. </p> <p>"It's not just turning them off, it's destroying them and then getting rid of that piece of evidence."</p> <p>He added that tampering with these devices are particularly hard, because even if they may attempt to change SIM cards, mobile phones that are still on can still be traced. </p> <p>"A device has two signifiers. It has a phone number, which you can change, call that the software signifier," he said.</p> <p>"Then it has a hardware identifier, which is the IMEI number." </p> <p>He said that police would be notified if the IMEI number was still operational. </p> <p>"Regardless if you swap SIMs or don't use a SIM at all and just use it as a Wi-Fi-only device in a Wi-Fi area, it will always broadcast that IME number onto the network," he said. </p> <p>Phair said that it is "highly likely" that police have the data on potential predators and are tracking them, as they can see whether someone else was using a device in the Mount Clear area the day Murphy disappeared. </p> <p>Former Victorian detective Damian Marrett told Hayes the he believes Murphy's disappearance is the result of foul play, as changes in her digital data could suggest it was a "targeted attack". </p> <p>He also added that if anyone else had access to her Find My iPhone app or any of her other data, they could easily track her using this information. </p> <p>"Somebody who intimately knew the tracks that she takes or had access to be able to track her runs," he said.</p> <p>"So she could have been tracked without those people having to physically surveil her."</p> <p><em>Images: Under Investigation/ Facebook</em></p> <p> </p>

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4 crucial ways to keep old friendships strong

<p>As you age it can be quite common to have fewer friends than you did in your twenties or thirties. Family commitments, distance and health issues can all play a part in the changes to your friendships.</p> <p>So it’s more important than ever to nurture and develop the relationships that you do have.</p> <p><strong>1. Keep it real</strong></p> <p>Instead of texting or emailing, try to make a point of calling a friend to catch up or ideally meeting up regularly. Nothing beats face to face communication for strengthening bonds. If they’re too far away, try to arrange a time to meet up in the future so that you both have something to look forward to. Why not send them a letter with an invitation – it’s much more personal than an email.</p> <p><strong>2. Always be honest</strong></p> <p>If a friend is bothering you or you just have a lot going on and can’t catch up – always just be honest with them. Saying something like ‘I have a lot on my plate this month, can we catch up another time’ is a lot better than ignoring phone calls and being aloof. And remember that nobody is a mind reader, so tell them how you are feeling if something is not quite right.</p> <p><strong>3. Be there to offer help when needed</strong></p> <p>If a friend is sick, bereaved, or just seems down – be the first one to step in and offer a hand. Dropping off a meal or a cake, offering to walk their dog or collecting some groceries for them is a great help that will be appreciated. Know that they would do the same for you if the roles were reversed.</p> <p><strong>4. Keep a diary</strong></p> <p>Sometimes friends can get frustrated if they feel that they are doing all the organising for catch ups. Why not keep a diary and make notes for yourself for when you should contact someone to say hello or to plan a weekend away. It will stop you from double booking yourself, and will also help you keep track of birthdays and special anniversaries.</p> <p><em>Image credit: Shutterstock</em></p>

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"What am I going to do?”: Centrelink mother points out crucial flaw in new budget policy for parents

<p>An unemployed mother who relies on Centrelink benefits has broken down while noting a fatal flaw in Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ Federal Budget promises to parents.</p> <p>Jessica Blowers told ABC’s <em>Q&amp;A</em> program that she will be forced off the Single Parent Payment when her daughter turns eight in August, leaving her unable to afford the rent increases.</p> <p>Currently, single parents can claim the Parenting Payment of $949.30 a fortnight until their youngest child turns eight. By September 2023, the age limit for the pay rise to when the youngest child is 14, as part of Chalmers’ budget.</p> <p>Ms Blowers is one of many copping the brunt of it as her daughter’s 8th birthday is four weeks before the new rules begin.</p> <p>She will also see a rent increase during that period from $900 a fortnight to $960.</p> <p>“What am I going to do? What is my choice, other than I am doing my best to get a job so that I can keep a house over my daughter's head,” she stressed to the treasurer.</p> <p>“When I'm applying for the jobs, I am faced with being told that more than 100 other candidates have applied for the same jobs - I'm not sure how I am supposed to compete against 100 other people for one job.”</p> <p>Ms Blowers added she “would like to know what measures the government has in place to bridge the gap that I and other parents in similar situations will find ourselves in”.</p> <p>“I don't have anywhere to go because I am paying my entire pension in rent. Everywhere else in Sydney is comparable to that.”</p> <p>Although sympathetic to her situation, Chalmers said those suffering like Ms Blowers were “the reason why we are lifting the age from eight to 14”.</p> <p>“This is something we were really keen to do in the Budget because we recognise the pressure that you are under as a single mum,” he explained.</p> <p>However, Chalmers was adamant that the new system could not be introduced any earlier than September 20, 2023.</p> <p>“We've tried to do is bring that change in as soon as possible. We think September is the soonest that we can do it,” he said.</p> <p>“I understand that that means a few weeks for you going from the current payment onto JobSeeker and (then) back onto the single parenting payment.</p> <p>“I would love to avoid that if we could, but what we're trying to do is provide this extra assistance ... that you need and deserve. If we could avoid those couple of weeks, we would, but September is the best we can do.”</p> <p>In total, some 57,000 single parents, 90 per cent of whom are women, will benefit from the new scheme.</p> <p>Previously they would have been moved onto the lower JobSeeker rate when their youngest child turned eight.</p> <p>“By age 14, children have typically settled into high school and need less parental supervision, and single parents are in a much stronger position to take on paid work," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said when the policy was announced.</p> <p>Historically, the single parent payment was eligible for singles with children aged up to 16.</p> <p>But former prime minister John Howard, later supported by Julia Gillard, cut the age to eight in an attempt to encourage parents back into the workforce.</p> <p>Two advisory bodies have called for the government to extend the payment and the eligibility criteria.</p> <p>It is understood mutual obligation requirements will remain in order to continue encouraging parents to go back to work.</p> <p>Speaking to Nova radio in Perth, Mr Albanese explained he knew “firsthand what it's like to grow up with a single mum doing it tough”.</p> <p>“We want to look after single parents because we know that the role that they play in raising their children is such a priority for them and they’re deserving of more support,” he said.</p> <p><em>Image credit: ABC Q&amp;A</em></p>

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3 crucial things to consider before downsizing or in other words, rightsizing

<p>Have you ever wondered whether it was time to <em>rightsize</em> your home, but have been overwhelmed because you have no idea where to start?</p> <p>As we grow older, there’s a tendency for our family homes to become unsuited to our lifestyle and needs. That can manifest itself in myriad tiny ways – whether it’s suddenly too difficult to try and maintain a garden, or perhaps our health and vitality isn’t quite what it used to be, and living in a more supportive environment starts to sound like a dream.</p> <p>Selling up and moving out of your beloved family home may seem daunting, which is why it’s so important to carefully weigh up your options before making a decision that’s ultimately going to benefit you.</p> <p>Retirement living is purpose-built for those nearing retirement and offers many lifestyle and practical benefits.</p> <p>Residents are able to enjoy a strong sense of community, feel safe, secure and value their independence can dedicate their time to those activities they enjoy doing most.</p> <p><img style="width: 409.51113601344724px; height: 500px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7840591/nelsons-effect-hero_man-image.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/d88a34170bf24aae8ca768ba12f600f3" /></p> <p>And while it may seem like a distant reality – or one that also doesn’t seem affordable – there are so many properties out there to choose from – such as <a href="https://www.retirementbylendlease.com.au/nelsons-grove/">Nelsons Grove</a><span> Pemulwuy </span>– that have just what you are looking for.</p> <p>Your house is worth more than you think, which means downsizing or rightsizing isn’t as difficult as it sounds. As of March 2021, the average price for four-bedroom homes in Merrylands, Greystanes and Guildford NSW as listed on <a href="http://realestate.com.au">realestate.com.au</a> ranged between $830,000-$890,000.</p> <p>“Based on the above pricing, it’s one of the best times in many years to sell your home and make the move to Nelsons Grove,” says Braden Graham, sales manager of Nelsons Grove.</p> <p>But before you take the plunge, it’s important to do your research, and we've put together a three-point checklist to help you make the right decision.</p> <p><strong>1. Does a retirement village suit your lifestyle?</strong></p> <p>Before making a move, it's wise to make a checklist of the things that are important to your lifestyle.</p> <p>If you're an outdoors person, do you prefer living near the coast? Is it important that you're close to the city? Once you've outlined exactly what you need, it's easier to make a decision.</p> <p>Nelsons Grove Pemulwuy is located only a few blocks away from both Cumberland and Fox Hills golf courses and is situated right behind Pemulwuy Marketplace, making the weekly grocery run a lot easier.</p> <p>It’s also very close to gorgeous parklands and nature reserves, making it perfect for those who like to spend their time breathing in the fresh air.</p> <p><strong>2. Book a tour of the properties you're interested in</strong></p> <p>It's crucial to make sure any retirement village you have your eye on is going to be a good fit for you, so be sure to check out the amenities on offer.</p> <p>A tour can also help you decide on how many bedrooms you prefer, and whether you should opt for a villa or an apartment.</p> <p>Visiting the village is also a great way to check out the community and have a peek at facilities such as the pool, gym, cafes, and anything else you will spend your precious leisure time on.</p> <p>And don't forget to look at the activities calendar. Social events are a great way to get to know your neighbours and form new and lasting friendships.</p> <p>And if you don't want to leave the comfort of your own home to take a first look, Nelsons Grove Pemulwuy offers virtual tours, where you can chat with a friendly sales team and take a look at what's on offer right from your living room.</p> <p><strong>3. How much will it cost and what is available in your price range?</strong></p> <p>The cost of living in a retirement village will vary depending on your individual needs and preferences, but it can be surprisingly affordable.</p> <p>You should be able to choose a space that is right for you and your budget with a variety of options from cosy apartments to roomy villas.</p> <p>The cost will also depend on what kind of services and support you will need, so keep that in mind when budgeting.</p> <p>Perhaps you will require a cleaning service, or someone to prepare hot, healthy meals. All of this will contribute to the eventual bottom line.</p> <p>So if you feel like it’s time to embrace the retirement life you crave, and if you're ready to take the plunge, take a <a href="https://www.retirementbylendlease.com.au/nelsons-grove/tour-community-centre/"></a> with Nelsons Grove Pemulwuy or book a personalised appointment and come see it first-hand for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.</p> <p><strong><em>This is a sponsored article produced in partnership with Lendlease Retirement Living, </em></strong><a href="https://www.retirementbylendlease.com.au/nelsons-grove/"><strong><em>Nelsons Grove Pemulwuy</em></strong></a><strong><em>. </em></strong></p>

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"Ridiculous speed": Mum's crucial decision that saved her baby's life

<p>A mum has shared a decision that she made that saved the lives of her family after her car was hit by a car going more than 160km/h.</p> <p>Hayley explained that she was driving with her one-year-old son to do a quick errand when they were hit from behind.</p> <p>“We were in the wrong place at the wrong time,” the mother wrote on Facebook.</p> <p>She explained that a car travelling at a “ridiculous speed” of more than 160km/h smashed into them.</p> <p>“Ran straight up the back of us and slingshot our car into the drain,” she wrote.</p> <p>Both mum and baby Miles escaped with minor injuries.</p> <p>“My son and I walked away from this terrifying crash a little battered and bruised, but nevertheless we were able to walk away,” Hayley wrote.</p> <p>The lifesaving decision that she and her husband made that saved the life of her one-year-old was choosing a child car restraint with rear-facing capabilities, which allowed Miles to continue to travel in the rear-facing position.</p> <p>“...the police officer ‘took her hat off to me’ for still having my 1-year-old REARWARD FACING! He only had two little bruises from the harness in all this carnage.</p> <p>“If he was facing forwards, the police officer said this would of been a whole different conversation we would of been having and his injuries would of been horrendous instead of minor,” she explained.</p> <p>She posted the ordeal on Facebook in the hope that other parents would think twice before changing their child's car seat to a forward-facing option.</p> <p>“Please, please, please keep your babies safe! Keep them rearward facing as long as possible! You just never know when the unexpected can happen,” she wrote.</p>

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App used by 1.5 billion has "crucial" flaw

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A surprising flaw in the popular app WhatsApp allows hackers to crash the app by sending a simple text message.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The flaw is so serious that the text can force users to reinstall WhatsApp to fix the issue and group chats impacted by the issue disappear forever.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cyber experts at security firm Check Point discovered the flaw, saying that one text can crash multiple phones in one go. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The impact of this vulnerability is potentially tremendous, since WhatsApp is the main communication service for many people,” Check Point researchers </span><a href="https://research.checkpoint.com/2019/breakingapp-whatsapp-crash-data-loss-bug/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">explained</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Thus, the bug compromises the availability of the app which is a crucial for our daily activities.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With as many as 65 billion messages being sent via WhatsApp every day, bugs in the system can impact massive numbers of people.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you’ve received the message in a group chat, the app crashes for everyone in the chat and will require you to uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After the app has been reinstalled, you will be unable to return to your group chat or access the chat history.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When a user sends a message inside a group chat, the app examines the data to discover who sent the message.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Check Point have since created a tool that accesses this data and edits it, replacing it with a message that causes the app to crash.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The bug will crash the app and it will continue to crash even after we reopen WhatsApp, resulting in a crash loop,” Check Point explained.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Moreover, the user will not be able to return to the group, and all the data that was written and shared in the group is now gone for good.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The group cannot be restored after the crash has happened and will have to be deleted in order to stop the crash.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Naturally, WhatsApp have already fixed the bug, but you’ll need to update the app to make sure you’re safe. If the app is updated to the latest version already, it’s impossible for your phone to be attacked by this bug.</span></p> <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/B4i4kG1FH5o/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=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> <p style="margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;"><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/B4i4kG1FH5o/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank">Avoid being added to a group chat with people outside of your inner circle. 👯‍♀ Now you can have more control over who can add you to a group. To enable this setting, update to the latest version of #WhatsApp! https://blog.whatsapp.com/10000661/New-Privacy-Settings-for-Groups</a></p> <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/whatsapp/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank"> WhatsApp</a> (@whatsapp) on Nov 6, 2019 at 5:02pm PST</p> </div> </blockquote> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“WhatsApp greatly values the work of the technology community to help us maintain strong security for our users globally,” said WhatsApp software engineer Ehren Kret in a statement sent to </span><a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/10569563/whatsapp-bug-crash-app-reinstall-text/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Sun</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Thanks to the responsible submission from Check Point to our bug bounty program, we quickly resolved this issue for all WhatsApp apps in mid-September.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“We have also recently added new controls to prevent people from being added to unwanted groups to avoid communication with untrusted parties altogether.”</span></p>

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Nicole Kidman shares the crucial decisions she credits for her daily happiness

<p>Aussie actress Nicole Kidman has shared the micro-decisions she believes helps maintain her daily happiness despite her overwhelmingly demanding schedule.</p> <p>The 51-year-old balances her duties as a mum, wife and award-winning actress all with a smile by making the right choices day in and day out.</p> <p>In an interview with <a href="https://www.byrdie.com/nicole-kidman-skincare-routine--5b35522486b08/slide3" target="_blank"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Byrdie</span></em></strong></a>, Kidman revealed the secret to her happiness, saying she always chooses “to feel gratitude, first and foremost.”</p> <p>“Choosing to sleep in sometimes rather than get up and exercise – give things up so that I can have more time with my kids," she said. </p> <p>The <em>Big Little Lies</em> star also said it was a priority for her to spend time with her husband of 12 years, Keith Urban.</p> <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: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media"> <div style="padding: 8px;"> <div style="background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 33.24074074074074% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;"> <div style="background: url(data:image/png; base64,ivborw0kggoaaaansuheugaaacwaaaascamaaaapwqozaaaabgdbtueaalgpc/xhbqaaaafzukdcak7ohokaaaamuexurczmzpf399fx1+bm5mzy9amaaadisurbvdjlvzxbesmgces5/p8/t9furvcrmu73jwlzosgsiizurcjo/ad+eqjjb4hv8bft+idpqocx1wjosbfhh2xssxeiyn3uli/6mnree07uiwjev8ueowds88ly97kqytlijkktuybbruayvh5wohixmpi5we58ek028czwyuqdlkpg1bkb4nnm+veanfhqn1k4+gpt6ugqcvu2h2ovuif/gwufyy8owepdyzsa3avcqpvovvzzz2vtnn2wu8qzvjddeto90gsy9mvlqtgysy231mxry6i2ggqjrty0l8fxcxfcbbhwrsyyaaaaaelftksuqmcc); display: block; height: 44px; margin: 0 auto -44px; position: relative; top: -22px; width: 44px;"></div> </div> <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 style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk8YmOKlIDW/" target="_blank">A post shared by Nicole Kidman (@nicolekidman)</a> on Jul 7, 2018 at 1:15pm PDT</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>Kidman said to keep her relationship with her husband healthy, she always needs to stay flexible and always be “willing to adapt to change”.</p> <p>In such a fast-paced world, Kidman says she chooses to ‘go with the flow’ to live stress-free.</p> <p>“I like that feeling of going, you know what? This morning, I’m just not going to do that,” she said.</p> <p>“I’m just going to sit and read the paper, and we’re all just going to kick back.</p> <p>“And I know that we have plans, but we’re not going to do that,” she added.</p> <p>“We’re going to change that. I have a big thing about just being easy on yourself, and on others. To go with the flow.”</p> <p>Although the star keeps on top of current affairs by reading <em>The New York Times, The Washington Post</em> and <em>The Wall Street Journal</em>, she exercises when she needs to get away from it all. </p> <p>In the interview, Kidman confessed that she likes to get massages to ease stress, revealing that she has been trained as a masseuse since the age of 17.</p> <p>“It’s an interesting story because my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 45, I was 17, and I became a masseuse and did a course because we couldn’t afford for her to get massages after her chemo and her radiation,” Kidman said.</p> <p>“We didn’t have enough money. So I learned to give massage. And then I really fell in love with giving massage.”</p> <p>Kidman also said that making decisions such as “saying thank you and smiling” also allow her to live a fuller life.</p> <p>Do you agree with Nicole Kidman’s tips? Share your thoughts in the comments below. </p>

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Woolworths customer left red-faced after making a crucial error in complaint

<p><span>A Woolworths customer was left red-faced after making an online complaint to Woolworths, only to find that he had made a crucial error.</span></p> <p><span>The customer posted a picture of himself weighing his 500g pork brisket on the Woolworths Facebook page.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span><img width="389" height="212" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7819153/image_.jpg" alt="Image_ (65)"/></span></p> <p><span>The pork is seen in the photo weighing 454g and he wrote: “500g measured out at 454g. Please explain Woolworths.”</span></p> <p><span>He also posted a photo of another packet of pork which weighed in at 462g and another one that was 453g.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span><img width="498" height="245" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7819152/image__498x245.jpg" alt="Image_ (64)"/><br /></span></p> <p><span>However, the frustrated customer was soon informed that there was insufficient cause for his grievance as the 500g figure was only an estimated weight, as shown by the 'e' underneath the weight label on the packaging.</span></p> <p><span>One user wrote: “You're being a bit over dramatic over a few grams... especially as it's an estimated weight.”</span></p> <p><span>However, the customer defended his complaint and wrote: “Firstly, I didn't know it was estimated weight. Secondly, someone has now POLITELY educated me what the lowercase 'e' means. Thirdly, those missing grams add up.”</span></p> <p><span>Do you agree with the customer? Share your thoughts in the comments below. </span></p>

Money & Banking

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The crucial difference between “Save” and “Save As”

<p><em><strong>Lisa Du is director of <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://readytechgo.com.au/" target="_blank">ReadyTechGo</a></span>, a service that helps people gain the confidence and skills to embrace modern technology. </strong></em></p> <p>Many clients tell us that they religiously save their working documents, but these documents seem to just disappear into a black hole in their computer. <br /> <br /> We see this a lot, where documents are not saved to a certain location, and it takes some detective work to find out where that document lives! <br /> <br /> The answer to your woes lies in using "Save As"! <br /> <br /> <strong>What’s the difference between clicking 'Save' vs 'Save As'?</strong><br /> <br /> When you choose the <strong>Save</strong> option, you are updating the last saved version of your work, so that it matches the current version that you see on your screen. <br /> <br /> When you choose the <strong>Save As </strong>option, you will receive a prompt to:</p> <ul> <li>Name the document </li> <li>The location of your document (where is this file going to live? In last week's newsletter, we talked about replicating your paper filing system on your computer!)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Here's a good habit to get into:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Use the <strong>Save As</strong> option when you've created a <strong>new</strong> document, and this is the first time you are saving it.</li> <li>By using Save As, you can give your new document a proper name, and file it away in the correct folder Example: Documents Folder</li> <li>Use the <strong>Save</strong> option when you are editing an existing document which already has a name and a home to live (you've already determined which folder to save the document in). When you use the Save option, it replaces the current version.</li> </ul>

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5 crucial tips to survive your next long road trip

<p>Wide sweeping plains, beautiful blue skies and the lure of an adventure on four wheels – the call of the open road is often hard to resist, especially in this big sunburnt country of ours. The great Aussie road trip has become something of a tradition for people of all ages, but particularly for grey nomads who, in the past few years, have been hitting the road in droves.</p> <p>There’s no doubt a road trip can be the making of memories to last a lifetime – or they can be tedious, exhausting and potentially dangerous endeavours if you’re not prepared or careful! I was reminded of all this when I escaped the hustle and bustle of city life for a weekend getaway to the coastal town of Byron Bay, New South Wales. Fortunately, I was test-driving the brand new <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.holden.com.au/cars/astra-sedan#Performance" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Holden Astra Sedan</span></strong></a>, and the stylish, comfy and roomy car made what could have been a long, uncomfortable and boring journey an easy, seamless and enjoyable experience.</p> <p>To ensure you make it to your destination (and back) safe and sound, as well as with your sanity intact, here are a few tips I picked up on my recent trip on surviving your next road trip.</p> <p><strong>1. Ensure you have the right vehicle</strong></p> <p>Before you even start your grey nomad adventure, make sure your vehicle of choice is the right one for the job. Are you comfortable driving it? Is the car safe for long trips? Is it spacious and comfy enough for all passengers, plus all your belongings? Make sure you give the car a full service and check the tyres and batteries, too. If you’re going to be towing a caravan, it’s highly recommended you take a driving course so you know exactly how to steer your vehicle and don’t endanger yourself or anyone else on the road. And of course, make sure your insurance is up to date.</p> <p>Remember you’re going to be spending a lot of time in your car so it certainly pays to ensure you’ve got the right vehicle for a long trip. On my way to Byron, I felt safe in the knowledge that the Holden Astra could handle whatever the road threw at me. In fact, the roads were quite rough to drive on as they were still being repaired following recent floods, but with the new car I barely felt any bumps even though I saw plenty of potholes. And when visiting the famous Cape Byron Lighthouse and the surrounding hinterlands, driving up steep winding roads on mountains, the car took it all on without much effort. Thanks to its Aussie engineering, this innocuous-looking family car can absorb any and all conditions encountered on a road trip across the country.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/39514/in-text-holden_499x750.jpg" alt="In Text Holden" width="499" height="750" /> </p> <p><strong>2. Plan your itinerary</strong></p> <p>You don’t need to plan to the nth degree but invest some time in researching the best route, destinations, attractions and features along the way you want to see, to make the most of your trip. Check the traffic on the day you leave too, so you can avoid potential traffic hotspots. And check the weather – you want to avoid extreme temperatures but if you can’t, at least you can prepare for it.</p> <p>As I set off on my road trip, I felt thankful that long gone are the days of poring over a well-thumbed street directory to try to find the best route. Nowadays, with these amazing mini computers in our hands, I could plug in my smartphone, enter my destination, and the car would direct me. I could keep tabs on the route I was taking on the 8-inch colour touch screen and I liked how I could see an continuously updated estimated time of arrival. No longer fussing over directions and worrying about the best route, I could just sit back and drive.</p> <p><strong>3. Don’t forget to stop, revive and survive</strong></p> <p>We’ve all heard this refrain a million times yet it’s worth repeating as too many people still want to race to their destination. Set a limit to how many hours in a day you’re going to drive and stick to it. Better yet, plan a few pitstops along the way so you can stretch your legs, take in some fresh air, and importantly revive yourself. Think of the journey as being part of the holiday and try to make the most of every stop.</p> <p>Of course, it’s nice to make your destination in good time but the most important thing is getting to your destination in one piece! When you’re on the road for a long time, at one point or other, your concentration slips and fatigue sets in. We’ve all seen too many instances of near-misses on the road, but thankfully for me I was in a brand new car with amazing safety features I couldn’t even think up. The Holden Astra Sedan has built-in collision sensors that automatically slow the car down and stop if it detects an object in front of the car. It also has this nifty feature that I discovered by accident when I slightly veered close to the outer line of my lane; the car sensed it and it gently steered me back to the middle of my lane. That was warning enough for me that I should take a much needed break.</p> <p><strong>4. Prepare the entertainment</strong></p> <p>With hours on the road ahead of you, particularly if you’re taking little grandchildren with you, you’ve got to plan for some entertainment to while the time away. Otherwise, boredom will drive you to distraction, not to mention having to answer the constant question, “Are we there yet?”</p> <p>Go with road trip classics like car games and music singalongs. Or load your devices with movies, books and games. For drivers, especially when alone, I find that podcasts and audiobooks keep me entertained and alert. I simply plugged my phone into the car and my phone navigation appeared on the colour touch screen so I could easily get to my own music and podcasts. And luckily, since I had forgotten to charge my phone, the car charges your phone while it’s plugged in.</p> <p>Pack some sensible supplies as well, like water, snacks, sunscreen and sunglasses. I was pleased to discover that unlike any other car I’ve had, the Holden Astra has a cup holder that fits a big bottle of water, and plenty of nooks to stash away snacks, rubbish, and odd bits that you always seem to accumulate on long car trips.</p> <p><strong>5. Expect the unexpected</strong></p> <p>You’ve planned ahead, marked out the route you’re taking, and brought everything to make the trip as enjoyable as possible – but then you hit a traffic jam and you slow down to a snail’s pace for the foreseeable future. Even the best laid plans go awry – and after all it wouldn’t be an adventure if everything went off without a hitch.</p> <p>It’s best to keep your cool and try not to get frustrated and angry (which often leads to mistakes), and roll with the punches instead. Can you take an early lunch or take a break and walk around? Faced with this very scenario, I decided to go and explore the surrounding areas as you never know what off-the-beaten-track gem you’ll discover! On my way to Byron, I discovered many gorgeous small towns that I’d never even heard of before with heritage buildings, great country pubs and cafes, and quaint shops filled with antiques and handcrafted wares.</p> <p><em>Image credit: La Tessa Photography</em></p> <p>THIS IS SPONSORED CONTENT BROUGHT TO YOU IN CONJUCTION WITH <a rel="noopener" href="http://holden.com.au/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">HOLDEN</span></strong></a>.</p>

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Crucial dating mistakes to avoid

<p>Ever feel like you make a lot of mistakes when it comes to dating? I know I sure did.</p> <p>Dating mistakes happen all the time - even when we're older and wiser. The good thing is, once you know what these mistakes are you can, of course, correct and take a different path that works.</p> <p>I'm going to share with you the three most common dating mistakes I see clients make every day that keeps them alone and single.</p> <p><strong>Mistake number 1: Falling in love with someone's potential</strong></p> <p>Ever meet someone you thought might be a pretty good catch if only you could get your hands on them to fix them up a little bit? Know what I'm talking about?</p> <p>Chances are you do if you're a woman because women are designed to look for the potential in people. But falling in love with a man's potential sets you up to fail at finding the relationship you want because men don't want to be your fixer-up project.</p> <p>A male friend told me this story about a woman he'd started dating. He invited her to his home. She walked in and immediately began assessing the potential of his kitchen. She told him why he should remove the wallpaper, where to place each appliance so the kitchen would be more efficient and how to paint the cabinets a new colour so they would be in style.</p> <p>What she did with his kitchen is exactly what women do all the time to men. They try to make a man a better version of himself. To get the true love relationship you want this year, you want to fall for the real person, not their potential.</p> <p><strong>Mistake number 2: Looking for Mr/Ms Perfect</strong></p> <p>Divorce is hard on the soul and the idea of making another relationship mistake can be terrifying. To protect yourself, you unconsciously start looking for the "perfect" mate.</p> <p>Over time, your list of qualities grows longer and longer and if the person is missing even one "must have quality", they don't stand a chance with you.</p> <p>Looking for Mr/Ms Perfect means you're playing it safe. You're guarding your heart so you won't get hurt again.</p> <p>Here is a dating mantra I share with my private clients that is perfect for you too: You will experience practice relationships. Yes, you might get hurt along the way, but you'll also have moments of pure joy and bliss you'll never get to experience hiding behind the hunt for the perfect partner.</p> <p><strong>Mistake number 3 (and probably the biggest one): Immediate chemistry</strong></p> <p>Ever experience hot chemistry with a date? It feels mighty good, as it should because you're releasing oxytocin, the bonding hormone.</p> <p>The problem with this type of chemistry is you move swiftly into the bedroom and end up turning a blind eye to a man's faults. You might move in together or you find yourself engaged within months of meeting without really knowing much about this person other than the sex is hot.</p> <p>Often second marriages are based on this type of chemistry and the reason they are over in the blink of an eye is because a friendship was left out of the equation.</p> <p>The best chemistry is one that's slow burning because it's sustainable. Sometimes it might not appear until the third or fourth date.</p> <p>I remember going on three dates with a man. I felt nothing, not even a little spark. On the fourth date, he reached across the table to touch my face and suddenly the chemistry and attraction kicked in.</p> <p>Maybe we were smarter in our youth than we thought. We weren't looking for immediate chemistry. We just had fun hanging out together laughing, playing and getting to know each other. Could be worth trying again at this time in your life.</p> <p>You might find a slow burn turns into a hot sizzle based on the total connection you create versus just a connection based on chemistry.</p> <p><em>Written by Lisa Copeland. First appeared on <a href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Stuff.co.nz</span></strong></a>.</em></p>

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Strength-building exercises crucial for over-60s

<p>As we age it can feel like our body no longer works the way that we want it to. But don’t throw the towel in just yet – you can take charge and make positive changes to your lifestyle that will benefit your health with this once type of exercise most seniors tend to avoid. Weight training.</p> <p>Improving muscle strength is beneficial for anyone, but even more so for those over 40. As we get older, our muscles can deteriorate, leading to issues with bones, balance and strength. Just getting out of bed can become an issue.</p> <p>Research tells us that strengthening our muscles can even help with the management of blood pressure, cholesterol and insulin levels. It can even reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.</p> <p>We lose a small amount (around three to five per cent) of muscle mass each decade from the age of 30. But the good news is that it’s never too late to get started with weight training, even if you’ve never done it before.</p> <p>This doesn’t mean you need to spend hours in the weights room. In fact, the best results come from high intensity resistance training – which means going hard with your effort for a shorter period.</p> <p>A couple of sessions a week is all you need to start feeling the benefit. And you’ll need to increase the weights as your body starts to respond to the training.</p> <p>Using machines to exercise is a great way to train as they focus on specific muscles and are often easier on our joints than free weights. Be sure to take some advice from a trainer before you begin, especially if this is new for you or you have had some injuries in the past.</p> <p>Have you got any advice for someone beginning a new fitness plan to build muscle? We would love to hear from you in the comments.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/health/body/2016/08/cycling-could-save-you-from-alzheimers-disease/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Cycling could save you from Alzheimer’s disease</span></strong></em></a></p> <p><a href="/health/body/2016/07/how-to-reduce-your-cancer-risk/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to reduce your cancer risk</span></strong></em></a></p> <p><a href="/health/body/2016/07/stay-motivated-to-exercise-during-winter/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">5 ways to stay motivated to exercise during winter</span></strong></em></a></p>

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Parents’ beliefs about failure are crucial for kids

<p>As grandparents we hope that our grandchildren will do well at school and become intelligent young adults. We can foster the love of learning in children by supporting them with a positive attitude towards failure.</p> <p>While it may not come naturally, teaching kids that there are lessons to be learned from failure can set them up for success as adults. Research has found that parents who see failure as an opportunity to learn pass this mindset on to their children. Conversely, a parent who is anxious or upset about failure (such as a child not getting into a team, or receiving a low grade in an exam) will often have children who believe that intelligence is fixed from birth and that we can’t learn from our mistakes.</p> <p>This negative view of failure by parents can cause children to lack motivation to try harder. They may feel as though there is no point trying when their intelligence is predetermined.</p> <p>In the study, published in <em>Psychological Science</em>, researchers looked at the answers to a questionnaire answered by 73 sets of children and parents. They wanted to measure their mindsets in terms of failure, asking them to respond to statements such as 'Experiencing failure facilitates learning and growth', and 'You can learn new things but you can't really change how intelligent you are.'</p> <p>The relationship between the parents’ and children’s attitudes to failure was clear. The parents who felt that failure was a negative issue had kids who viewed intelligence as fixed.</p> <p>Beliefs about intelligence can both positively and negatively affect a child’s academic performance. Research has found time and again that splitting a group of kids who are of equal ability into separate classes (a class for the ‘gifted’ and one for ‘slow learners’), will give results according to the group they were placed in.</p> <p>For parents (and grandparents), having a positive attitude towards failure (think ‘what can we do in order to get a better result next time’ rather than ‘this is a terrible outcome’) can have a profound effect on kids.</p> <p>If parents can show the children that there are benefits of failing (such as ‘what can we learn from this?’) they will see it as an opportunity to learn, rather than something to be feared. Talk about times that you have failed, and how this steered you in a new direction or taught you something new about yourself. Discuss famous people that faced failure and ended up doing something great. Let them know that even if they fail, they should at least always try their best.</p> <p>Have you got any advice for handling failure, and putting a positive spin on it? We would love for you to share your story in the comments.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/family-pets/2016/06/having-a-sibling-makes-boys-selfless/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Having a sibling makes boys selfless</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/family-pets/2016/06/sibling-rivalries-in-my-childhood-shaped-who-i-am-today/"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sibling rivalries in my childhood shaped who I am today</span></em></strong></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/family-pets/2016/05/kids-are-the-worst-instagram/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>In pictures: Kids behaving badly</strong></em></span></a></p>

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The crucial quality to look for in a life partner

<p><em><strong>Monica Parikh is a lawyer, writer and dating coach.  Deeply interested in love and relationships, she recently started <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.schooloflovenyc.com/" target="_blank">School of Love NYC</a></span> to help men and women develop happier and healthier relationships.  </strong></em></p> <p>Bobby was the 64th man I dated after my divorce. An entrepreneur, he sold his first internet company for nearly $2 billion dollars. He collected $10,000 bottles of wine, purchased a six-figure telescope for his living room, and circumnavigated the globe with dignitaries. We were introduced by an amateur matchmaker (who prided herself on a 99 per cent success rate). I cannot lie – after a lifetime of hard work and self-sufficiency, I daydreamed a bit about marrying a billionaire. Oh, the freedom it would provide! </p> <p>The matchmaker said we had to go on two dates. On our first, Bobby talked a lot… about himself. He bragged about the people he knew and the places he had been, including NASA’s headquarters and the recent TED Conference. He shared details of his divorce, going so far as to call his ex-wife a “witch” – seemingly without consideration of the fact that she was the mother of his three children. He didn’t ask any questions. When I spoke, he bulldozed over me by speaking louder. He didn’t speak to me, as much as he spoke at me.</p> <p>On our second date, I ordered a glass of wine. He told the waitress to cancel my order, preferring that I share his glass. He demanded that I take a bite of his steak, although I am a vegetarian. At the end of our evening, he impatiently asked whether we would be having sex, saying if I wasn’t interested, “many other women would be.” </p> <p>Not surprisingly, I left unimpressed.</p> <p>In my most recent e-book <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.schooloflovenyc.com/products/your-3-biggest-dating-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them" target="_blank">“Your 3 Biggest Dating Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)”</a>,</span></strong> I urge singles to focus on what’s important when searching for a partner. While many of my clients want a “rich” partner, I urge them to find a “wealthy” one instead. Rich people are a dime a dozen. Wealthy ones are the rarest of gems. Allow me to explain the difference:</p> <p><strong>1. A rich person buys expensive things. A wealthy person savours valuable experiences.</strong></p> <p>Money allows certain indulgences – fancy cars, expensive watches, fine food. But, wealthy people understand that life’s best experiences are available to all of us. Find someone who appreciates holding your hand during an evening walk, the scent of fresh roses, the visceral beauty of live music, and the sound of friends laughing over a shared meal. Life has many ups and downs. A wealthy partner will make you feel blessed no matter the circumstances. </p> <p><strong>2. A rich person mistakes money for class. A wealthy person understands manners are priceless.</strong></p> <p>Money cannot buy class. Want to be exceptional? Treat each and every person with respect and courtesy. Tip generously. Look people in the eye. Refuse to talk poorly of anyone, including an ex. Writer Maya Angelou said, “At the end of the day people won't remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” Bobby, unfortunately, made me feel like an accessory at the table, as opposed to a person with my own accomplishments, hopes and dreams.</p> <p><strong>3. A rich person talks. A wealthy person shares.</strong></p> <p>Rich people mistakenly believe that conversation is about domination. Wealthy people understand that conversation is a ping-pong, back-and-forth where both people feel heard, valued, and understood. As best said by Dale Carnegie, “You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get people interested in you.”</p> <p><strong>4. A rich person mistakes accomplishments for character. A wealthy person understands that character is the ultimate accomplishment.</strong></p> <p>While Bobby’s career was laudable, the men who impressed me exhibited modesty, preferring to reveal their character slowly over time. My partner – Number 67 of the men I dated – visits an elderly client in her home every week. As a veterinarian, he not only treats her cats, he tends to her soul, providing warmth and conversation to someone who is lonely. He would never brag about this. But, this made him my everyday hero. </p> <p>“No doubt about it, my happiest clients are those who have chosen partners who exhibit kindness and generosity,” said my collaborator and relationship therapist Aimee Hartstein, LCSW. “These essential characteristics pay dividends time and time again.”</p> <p><strong>5. A rich person thinks about what they can have. A wealthy person thinks about what they can give.</strong></p> <p>We come into this world with nothing. We will leave in the same way. With luck, you’ll spend your life using your gifts in service to others. Our purpose is to leave the world a little better than we found it. Find a partner who motivates you to your highest potential. Work diligently on your own self-improvement so you can likewise inspire them to greatness. Relationships, when we choose wisely, have the ability to heal us from childhood wounds and the hardships of everyday life.</p> <p>Tell us: What do you think is the one crucial quality a life partner should possess?</p> <p><em><strong>Looking for love – or perhaps you just want to meet some new people? <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/301420739;128433504;u" target="_blank">Why not sign up at RSVP today by clicking here… You never know who is just around the corner.</a></span></strong></em></p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/relationships/2016/05/common-reasons-why-people-stay-in-a-bad-marriage/"><em><strong><span>Common reasons why people stay in a bad marriage</span></strong></em></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/relationships/2016/05/gary-chapmans-five-love-languages/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">5 ways giving love is the key to relationship success</span></strong></em></a></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/relationships/2016/04/6-reasons-to-give-someone-a-second-chance/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">6 reasons to give someone a second chance</span></strong></em></a></p> <p> </p>

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20 crucial pieces of advice from you, the Over60 Community

<p>With so much life experience and knowledge in the Over60 community, it would be a shame not to share your pearls of wisdom with the generations who haven’t been through it all yet. We asked you what crucial piece of life advice you would pass on, and the answers were as important as they were profound. If you want to live a long, happy and contented life, following these over60s advice is a good point to start.</p> <p>1. “My creed: The world is my country, humanity is my brethren, and to do good is my religion.” – Janet Clarke</p> <p>2. “Endeavour not to measure yourself by how successful others seem to be. Time may prove, nothing is as it seems. Set your own goals, nurture your own dreams, and remain confident with who you are.” – Libby Phillips</p> <p>3. “Smile. Be the light so many are looking for.” – Valerie Spaliviero</p> <p>4. “Enjoy every moment – you’re only passing through.” – Lilian Neill</p> <p>5. “We are all human, we should treat everyone the way we treat ourselves, with dignity and respect.” – Patricia Sheridan</p> <p>6. “Love many, trust a few. Learn to paddle your own canoe!” – James Stephen</p> <p>7. “Have no regrets as life is a learning journey.” – Shirley Suzenaar-Bushby</p> <p>8. “It is not what is in your pockets that matters. It is what is in your heart.” – Marlene Poletti</p> <p>9. “Believe in yourself and most of all BE YOURSELF.” – Luisa Maiorca</p> <p>10. “Be with someone that truly loves you, live within your means, look after your health and remember mistakes happen, learn from them and move on. This is not a dress rehearsal!” – Diane Buchanan</p> <p>11. “Remember that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. Always show your true colours.” – Bub Davenport</p> <p>12. “Be truthful to yourself and others.” – Mali Sinbandhit</p> <p>13. “Anger, negativity and hatred are like taking poison and expecting the object of one's anger to suffer for it. It ain't happening! Take a deep breath, count to ten and smile. Praise yourself for not wasting time that you will never recover.” – Leah Leabres Lewis</p> <p>14. “Love who you are, strive to become the best you can be, and do what you always dreamed of doing because when you wake up one day and realise it's too late it's called ‘regret’ – a very sad word.” – Helen Bartlett</p> <p>15. “Be yourself. Don't try and be someone to please others. It doesn't work.” – Robert Maxwell Bill</p> <p>16. “Always try to be kind. You just never know when you might need a kind word yourself.” – Suzanne Glew</p> <p>17. “Nobody is better than you and you are no better than anybody else.” – Denise Moore</p> <p>18. “Leave this world in a better state than when you entered it.” – Denise Gunner-Hadfield</p> <p>19. “Don't worry about yesterday's mistake, it's gone. Don't think too hard about what will happen tomorrow, it hasn't come. Live in the present, it is a gift. That is why it is call the present. And if you have a bad day don't worry, tomorrow is another day.” – Robyn James Wilcox</p> <p>20. “The pursuit of success at the expense of happiness is to fail.” – Wayne Hosier</p>

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Why it’s absolutely crucial that you choose a strong password

<p>We hear it all the time: make a strong password, ideally something so complex that even you won’t remember (well, it certainly seems that’s what they’re asking!). Its process that sees you end up with too many passwords to remember, which it seems to us to kind of defeat the purpose. And after all, who would really want to hack little old me? Do we really need such strong passwords?</p> <p><strong>How passwords get exposed (and why you shouldn’t reuse your password)</strong></p> <p>Hackers have developed a range of tools to get to your personal data. It’s actually relatively easy (if you know the online tools, which hackers do) to obtain personal information such as your partner, child, pet’s name, their date of births as well as addresses, your old schools and your favourite football team. And why would they want to get this information? Because statistically speaking, these are the most commonly used information to create passwords.</p> <p>Hackers then use what is called a “brute-force attack” which targets the weakest link in any website’s security (namely human created passwords). It uses specially written software, to try usernames and passwords, over and over again, until it gets it. Seems difficult but not so hard when technology is doing it for you.</p> <p>But how does the process actually work? Don’t sites like your bank have high levels of security that are prepared for these hackers? Yes, they do but if you reuse your password for lots of site (like a lot of people do) then hackers target those low-security sites like online forums or e-commerce to steal your password. Once they’ve got several login and password pairings they then go test them on targets sites – using information that is stored on your web browser’s cache. How long this takes depends on the length and complexity of your password – just adding one capital letter and a symbol to your password will change processing time for an eight-character password from 2.4 days to 2.1 centuries.</p> <p>According to technology website geekbeat, these are the differences in processing times that hackers can guess your password.</p> <p><img width="495" height="105" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/5458/screen-shot-2015-05-07-at-124007-pm_495x105.jpg" alt="Screen Shot 2015-05-07 At 12.40.07 Pm"/></p> <p>There are many other ways that hackers can compromise your security and most of them stem from targeting passwords, especially weak passwords. So in order to be safe and not sorry, here are our tips to create a strong password:</p> <ul> <li>As we mention, simply varying the capitalisation or adding a symbol can strengthen your password dramatically. Randomly capitalise letters and substitute letters that look similar to symbols to make it easier to remember (for example an “o” becomes a “0”)</li> <li>Don’t choose people’s names or a word. People’s names and words from the dictionary can fail under brute force attacks</li> <li>Don’t use the same username and password combination for all your sites. As we mentioned before, hackers target weak sites to gain your password to compromise other sites. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/lifestyle/technology/2015/03/the-worst-passwords/">The worst passwords revealed. Are you guilty?</a></strong></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/lifestyle/technology/2015/02/how-to-unsubscribe-from-emails/">How to stop receiving unwanted emails</a></strong></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong><a href="/lifestyle/technology/2015/04/online-scams/">Online scams you need to know about</a></strong></em></span></p>

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