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As more studies have piled up, the gaps between the claims made for intermittent fasting and the evidence behind them has grown. (Javier Jan/The New York Times) — FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY WITH NYT STORY SCI INTERMITTENT FASTING BY SALLY ADEE FOR FEB. 2, 2026. ALL OTHER USE PROHIBITED. —

Does intermittent fasting actually work?

In 2013, a British journalist and a doctor introduced an obscure dietary protocol to the wider culture. But does it live up to the hype?

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Decades of research suggests that your diet can influence the risk of various cancers. (Bobbi Lin/The New York Times)

How what you eat affects cancer risk

In recent years, the research has moved away from the impact of individual ‘superfoods’ and antioxidants to focus on how overall, long-term dietary habits affect risk.

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Before making the switch on your lender, it's worth considering whether you could get a cheaper rate with your own bank. Pic: Shutterstock

Rate rise pain: your step-by-step guide to finding a cheaper home loan

With an interest rate rise now may be the time to look for a better deal.

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Is this the end of the oversized, unaffordable family home? Pic: Barn Home Design and Build.
Mortgage holders across regional Australia can expect their payments to increase.
RBA Governor Michele Bullock. Pic: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
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 New studies show that a close, nurturing relationship with parents during middle and high school is associated with a positive social life.

A predictor of a good social life? Your parents

THE NEW YORK TIMES: New studies show that a close, nurturing relationship with parents during middle and high school is associated with a positive social life.

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A vacant 385sqm block at 14 Heaslop Street sold for $1.225 million.
TV show host and landscape designer Jamie Durie is selling his six-level mansion in Sydney's Northern Beaches. Picture Instagram/supplied
SOLD: 1/71 Wellington Street, Kew, VIC 3101

School-zone magnet draws five bidders and fast $25k jumps

Strong early interest and brisk bidding set the tone for the auction at 1/71 Wellington Street, Kew, where family buyers zeroed in on space, school access and move-in readiness in Melbourne's inner east. Biggin Scott agent Jing Chen said buyer traffic was

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SOLD: 19 Rosemont Street, Norwood, SA 5067

Tri-level townhouse delivers 100% profit for investor

A tri-level, solar-powered townhouse on 19 Rosemont Street, Norwood, drew a crowd of nearly 200 for its auction, reflecting its appeal in an Adelaide city-fringe pocket. With up to three bedrooms, multiple living zones, a modern kitchen and rear-lane acce

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Home prices in Australia rose again in January. Pic: Shutterstock