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Once thought to hold magical powers, the hot cross bun has a pagan history
By Susan Oong

Hot cross buns have long heralded the start of Easter in the western world, with the marked cross on top a symbol of Christian faith — but they actually started as part of pagan rituals.

abc.net.au/news/2025-04-21/eas

ABC News · From pagan times to a symbol of Easter, hot cross buns have a complex historyBy Susan Oong
#History#ReligiousFestivalsandHolidays#Churches
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Eating challenges on the menu as young turn away from alcohol
By Gabrielle Becerra Mellet

As a Queensland man prepares to showcase his competitive eating skills across the country, venue owners say food challenges are helping them attract business.

abc.net.au/news/2025-04-19/eat

ABC News · Eating challenges take off thanks to Jimmy Judge and shift away from alcoholBy Gabrielle Becerra Mellet
#HospitalityIndustry#FoodandDrink#HumanInterest
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Social media says hot cross buns are good pre-workout food. Is it true?
By Lucie Cutting

Scroll through social media and you'll likely find a reel promoting hot cross buns as a good pre-workout snack. Two sports dieticians share their thoughts, along with what and when to eat before exercising.

abc.net.au/news/2025-04-15/pre

ABC News · Are hot cross buns a good pre-workout snack?By Lucie Cutting
#ExerciseandFitness#FoodandDrink#Easter
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Why scientists and a Hollywood star are excited about this Australian plum
By Pip Courtney

A plum bred in Queensland is showing promise in the fight against dementia. Australian researchers are testing whether an extract from the fruit can boost brain health.

abc.net.au/news/2025-04-12/que

ABC News · Could this Aussie purple plum hold the key to preventing dementia?By Pip Courtney
#AlzheimersandDementia#MedicalResearch#FoodandDrink
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