Tag: abs
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Australia-Wide Alert: Chinese Tourism Recovery May Cool in 2026
Australia faces a cautious near-term outlook for Chinese tourism Australian tourism groups and policymakers are watching a recovering Chinese market with guarded optimism. The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that Chinese visitors to Australia have not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels. With travel restrictions easing globally, the rebound in Chinese…
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Auto-Brewery Syndrome: When Your Gut Ferments Alcohol in the Absence of Drinking
What is Auto-Brewery Syndrome? Auto-Brewery Syndrome (ABS) is a rare gut disorder where the intestinal system ferments carbohydrates into alcohol, producing measurable blood alcohol levels without any intake of alcoholic beverages. People with ABS may suddenly feel drunk or intoxicated, experiencing slurred speech, dizziness, impaired motor control, and a sense of being “wasted” even after…
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Winter Regenerative Braking: Safe EV Driving Tips
Understanding regenerative braking in winter Electric vehicles (EVs) use regenerative braking to convert kinetic energy back into stored energy in the battery. In dry conditions, this can make deceleration smooth and efficient. But winter introduces challenges: colder batteries, reduced traction, and slippery surfaces. While regenerative braking can still help reduce wear on traditional brakes, it…
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PayNow Fee Scrutiny: Singapore Pools 10-cent Charge
Overview: PayNow surcharges come under government scrutiny Singapore is tightening rules against merchant-imposed charges for PayNow payments. While the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) prohibits such surcharges, a 10-cent fee charged by Singapore Pools for each PayNow transaction has drawn attention. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong, who serves as Minister for Trade and…
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Australia’s Fertility Falls: Baby Recession Deepens in 2024
Australia Faces a Deepening Baby Recession in 2024 The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals a troubling trend: the nation’s fertility rate fell to a record low of 1.48 babies per woman in 2024, down from 2023. Alongside this decline, Australians are having children later, with the median age for mothers…
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Australia’s baby recession deepens as fertility hits new low, experts warn on long-term costs
Australia’s baby recession deepens with record-low fertility The latest release from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) confirms that Australia’s fertility rate has fallen to a record low, underscoring a long-running demographic trend that experts say will reshape the country’s future in several tangible ways. In 2024, the total fertility rate stood at 1.48 babies…
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Australia’s baby recession deepens as fertility hits record low
Australia’s fertility rate hits a new low The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) confirms that Australia’s birth rate continues to slide, with the total fertility rate dipping to a record low of 1.48 babies per woman in 2024. This marks a further decline from 2023 and reinforces a multi-decade trend toward…
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Ed Sheeran’s Best Form: Inside His Washboard Abs Workout
A new fitness chapter for Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran has long revolved his world around music, but recent weeks have signaled a new rhythm: the gym. Fans and paparazzi have spotted him prioritizing physical conditioning, with talk of a mission to achieve a true washboard abs look. While the star hasn’t issued a formal mission…
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Ed Sheeran’s Fitness Push: Chasing Washboard Abs
Ed Sheeran’s Fitness Push: Aiming for Washboard Abs In the world of music, look is often as much a part of the package as the sound. The latest chatter centers on Ed Sheeran and a bold fitness goal: to sculpt washboard abs. While the singer has long impressed with his performances and vocal versatility, rumors…

