Is it time for us to quit whinging and accept our fate?

One Reddit user – u/JokeOk9999 – this morning hit Australia’s aspiring first home owners with a verbal missile. They said we should get used to apartment living, as is done in other countries around the world, and accept “not everyone is supposed to afford houses.”

Their logic? As Australia grows in size, there simply won’t be enough land for everyone to own houses, and the scarce houses with land will be very expensive.

Their solution? Embrace a Big Apple Attitude to things. “People should really change their mindset to living in apartments instead,” the Redditor claimed, posting in the r/ausfinance community. 

The Reddit user added: “That’s not to say the government has done a good job with the current housing crisis though. The biggest failure IMO is not developing cities fast though and building up enough good properties. Inventory has been declining way before the pandemic.”

The “unpopular opinion” went down like a lead balloon, with users in the r/ausfinance community pointing out the various reasons why they want a house, not an apartment. 

One said: “If I’m having 3 kids with their own rooms when they are teenagers, I need at least a 4 bedroom apartment.”

“Often new apartments have less space per human than a free range chicken has. Made me chuckle when I first heard of it but then it settles into being pretty sad.”

Another wrote: “Good old toothpicks and paperboard apartments. Guarantees that you’ll hear every neighbours’ toilet flush, covid cough, elevator door close, and the rustling of their keys of as they fight their own heavy fire rated entry door.”

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Yet another warned: “There’s an established trend of developers building the shittiest, tiniest apartments possible” and claimed: “There’s thousands of bad apartments nobody wants.”

The same user added: “If there were good apartments of a decent size or townhouses/duplexes with at least a courtyard or deck, people would be all over them, nobody wants the shit ones.”

The whole debate was perhaps summed up best by the following quote: “Much easier to get used to apartment living in countries that build decent apartments.”

Another Reddit user warned that “affordable” apartments can give you the worst of both worlds, too. They wrote: “You’re living in a much smaller space, ages away from any good amenities, and you’re paying the same price people were paying for actual houses a few years ago.”

“No wonder people are complaining.”

Weirdly enough, many users claimed the standard of apartments, despite advances in technology, has actually got worse, not better.

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One wrote: “I visited a home open for an apartment in Toorak that was built in the ’60’s. It was delightful. Like a small house inside. Solid brick construction. Then you visit these ‘open plan,’ gyprock dogboxes that are basically unfit for living unless your single and you realise why no one wants them. They barely pass muster as Airbnb’s.”

Another said: “Yep, I once inspected one like this in Brisbane, 60s also, I think. Cupboards you could actually fit your clothes in. A separate laundry. A separate dining space. A balcony you could actually BBQ on. Seems like an impossibility now but back then an apartment actually had to be a house if you wanted to tempt people to live in it.”

Whatever your take on all of the above, we have to hand it to Reddit user u/JokeOk9999; they definitely stirred the pot.

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Wine. Pretty much anyone (who is of legal drinking age) has tried it, and a vast majority of those love it. There’s arguably nothing better than to come home from work, pour yourself a glass of Shiraz and let your cares wilt away. Or how about enjoying lunch at the weekend with friends, accompanied by a chilled glass of Riesling. We’re practically salivating at the thought.

We imagine you have your favourites, and if you’re someone who says they don’t like wine, well to that we say you just haven’t found a bottle of the good stuff that you like yet. Keep searching dear friend. But for those who love a tipple, keeping your reserves topped up has never been easier thanks to Australian online wine stores.

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• UNI is the native token of the Uniswap protocol, a decentralized exchange where crypto users still control their assets, instead of a centralized exchange like Binance or Coinbase. 
• Uniswap has been having a bad year, currently trading for $10.93 ($14.44 AUD) which is down over 75% from its all-time-high of $44.92 ($58.23 AUD) on May 3rd last year. 
• Uniswap’s downward price action comes as the exchange faces fierce competition from alternatives such as Maker and Aave, which has led some experts to question whether UNI can ever properly rebound from here. 
• Experts are divided on the future of UNI, with some expecting a $100+ valuation in the coming year, while others say that Uniswap might be done for good. 

2022 has not been a fantastic year for crypto investors so far and especially not for the holders of Uniswap’s governance token UNI. The overall crypto market has recovered much of its gains over the past month but is still down 1% from January 1 and UNI coin has severely underperformed the general market, currently down 37% year-to-date. As of today, UNI is ranked as the 24th largest cryptocurrency by market cap, and is the 5th largest Decentralized Finance (DeFi) platform. 

What is UniSwap (UNI)?

Uniswap is a decentralized crypto exchange (DEX) that runs on the Ethereum blockchain, which essentially means that instead of giving an organization like Coinbase or Binance custody of your crypto assets you have full ownership of your cryptocurrency at all times.The decentralized nature of the Uniswap system means that investors can trade digital assets with complete anonymity. 

Uniswap grew massively in popularity in 2020 as well as during the first quarter of 2021 for its ability to make automated trades of DeFi tokens. Uniswap faces fierce competition from other DeFi protocols such as Aave and Compound. 

Why Did Uniswap Fall So Hard?

The price of Uniswap (UNI) fell particularly hard in the second half of 2021 as news broke in September that the SEC were launching an investigation into its developer Uniswap labs. This caused the price of Uniswap to flounder at a time when other cryptocurrencies were surging, and created increased uncertainty for investors in the DeFi sector of cryptocurrency more broadly.  

UNI Short-Term Price Prediction (1 month)

Buying UNI right now may not be the best idea according to detailed analysis from the analysts at FXStreet, who see Uniswap’s current price action continuing on a sideways or slightly downward trend until the overall crypto market sentiment begins to change.  

According to the FXStreet analyst Jonathan Morgan, because Uniswap has failed to hold resistance at a level of $10.30 ($13.92 AUD) over the past few weeks it is likely that the price of UNI will dip lower in the coming weeks as well. 

UNI 1-Year Price Prediction (2022)

Short-term technical analysis from both TradingView and CoinCodex remains pretty bearish, with most indicators leaning towards a negative price sentiment for the coming months. Not adding much in the way of optimism, automated analysis from WalletInvestor called UNI a “Bad” long-term investment and predicted that UNI will end this year at a price of US$1.51 ($2.03 AUD), another 83% decrease from here…

On the other hand, automated technical analysis from DigitalCoinPrice is far more positive and predicts that UNI will be worth US$12.30 ($16.63 AUD) by the end of this year. On the far more bullish side, analysts from  CoinQuora suggest that an end of year price target of US$44.81 ($60.57 AUD) is still very much on the cards, and are betting that the DeFi sector will make a strong return by the end of this year. 

UNI 3-year Price Prediction (2024)

Continuing the extremely bullish thesis, the analysts from CoinQuora predict that the price of UNI will reach somewhere around $100 ($135 AUD) by the end of 2024. 

On the more bearish side, automated technical analysis from WalletInvestor predicts that UNI will fall to just $0.28 ($0.38 AUD) by the end of 2024.

UNI 5-year Price Prediction (2026)

Analysts at CoinQuora predict that as crypto continues on its adoption trend, the Uniswap ecosystem will grow alongside it leading the UNI token to be worth $200 (270) by the end of 2026, a near 1000% increase from today’s price.

Analysis from DigitalCoinPrice is less bullish, predicting that UNI will end 2026 of $17.50. 

WalletInvestor maintains its bearish outlook, claiming that UNI will be worth a mere $0.24 ($0.32) in roughly 5 years time. 

UNI Price Prediction Conclusion

• The long-term price of Uniswap (UNI) depends on the outcome of the current SEC investigation and how the entire DeFi sector of crypto behaves in the future. 
• Uniswap is definitely a more risky cryptocurrency to invest in, when compared to large-cap crypto assets like Bitcoin or Ethereum, as the world of decentralized finance is particularly susceptible to potential regulatory clampdowns in the future. 
• However, if you have a good knowledge and understanding of decentralized finance and believe in the continued utility of its protocol, then Uniswap and its native token UNI is a solid investment choice for you. 

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When it comes to summer or springtime fashion, white pants are a classic staple for these seasons, offering a versatile look you can incorporate into many outfits. It doesn’t matter if you pair them with a basic tee, a tank, or vacation shirt; white pants will instantly elevate your casual wear with their straightforward yet timeless design.White is synonymous with a super clean, polished vibe. It’s the perfect way to add a bit of laidback elegance into your wardrobe while combining it with your bolder and brighter colours. It’s often mistaken for being simple, even a dull colour; however, this couldn’t be further from the truth, as white offers a level of sophistication that other colours just seem to lack. In the words of the great Coco Chanel, “white has it all, it’s beauty is absolute, it’s the perfect harmony”.

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New Zealand-American company, Allbirds is one seriously impressive brand. Founded in 2014, Allbirds is dedicated to creating eco-friendly clothing and footwear made from entirely sustainable resources. The brand is 100% carbon neutral and only uses natural renewable fabrics for their products, such as wool, trees, sugar, and trino. Plus, Allbirds plans to cut their footprint in half by 2025, and then reduce it to near zero by 2030.However, despite being seriously committed to sustainability, so much so that Allbirds are a certified B Corp, they have not sacrificed style or performance as all of Allbirds’ products, particularly their shoes, are incredibly polished-looking and feature some seriously impressive properties and technologies.

Features of all Allbirds’ Shoes

All of Allbirds’ shoes are moisture-wicking, breathable, lightweight, machine-washable, and feature expertly cushioned low-density soles which will give the wearer ultimate support and comfort, and will mimic the foot’s anatomical flexibility as the wearer moves.

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First things first, there’s something we need to make very clear. As you’ve probably seen with many a male celebrity, there is a world of difference between simply deciding not to cut your hair one day, and growing your hair out with actual effort.

And yes, you can tell the difference between the two. There are a few things you can do to make sure you don’t fall into the former category though, starting with…

Get As Many Opinions As Possible

Before you decide to go full-Fabio, do a serious evaluation as to whether the product of your spent time and effort is actually gonna look good or not. Take a look in the mirror, use a snapchat filter, ask your family, ask your Mrs, ask your mates, ask anyone how they reckon you’d look with long hair.

Also, don’t be afraid to cut it back if you don’t think it’s going to go as well as you thought. There’s no shame in trying, but we can’t all be Chris Hemsworth.

Match Your Style To Your Features

There’s a few things that can determine just how good your mane is likely to look, and they all rest on your face. Having thicker hair in certain places (for instance a heavier top and thinner sides, or vice versa), can help accentuate or balance the features of your mug, meaning it’s important to get everything proportioned correctly.

If you have large features (big nose, big lips etc.) or a rounder face, go for bigger, larger, more textured styles to soften them. Early Mick Jagger is a good example. If you have smaller features and a thinner face, a thinner, longer style is probably more suitable. Think Zlatan or Jared Leto.

Adjust Your Style As It Grows

Of course, before you reach a glorious mane you’re going to go through months of awkward lengths, styles and unruliness that’ll make you question whether or not you want to continue.

The answer to this issue is twofold. One, make sure you’re giving your hair the best chance to grow healthily by eating a decent diet and using conditioning products as it grows. Two. Don’t be afraid to get a little product involved to keep things looking presentable.

It’ll take time for your hair to reach a long enough length to weigh itself down and look properly natural, so you may have to compromise for a while.

Once It’s Grown, Let Your Barber Take the Reigns

If you’ve grown your hair out right, it should need as little maintenance as possible to make it look good. If you want to blow dry it, go for it, but lay off on the styling products, unless of course you’re trying out for a Motley Crue tribute act.

The hallmark of a grown-out hairstyle that works is that it should look good sitting naturally. If it doesn’t, then let your barber fix it or consider a change of style altogether.

That being said, take care of your hair. Short hair might let you get away with being a little more relaxed on the shampoo and conditioner, but as any girl will tell you, long hair won’t afford you that luxury.

Always Keep It In Check

Keeping your hair healthy often boils down to making sure you’re touching it as little as possible, but depending on how long you decide to go, you’re gonna have to figure out ways to make sure it’s not going everywhere when you’re playing sport, doing manual labour or even just walking in a windy day.

The key here is to experiment with what suits you. Take as much inspiration as you’d like when it comes to buns, ponytails, headbands, bandannas or whatever, as long as you’re avoiding the top knot.

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As evolved, 21st-century men, we like to think we’re beyond thinking: “I must look ripped.”

As we’ve explored on various occasions, the pressures for men to get jacked (coming from every direction, from Marvel to Instagram influencers) are outdated.

But while we know – intellectually – that all body types ought to be accepted (even if your goal is to lose weight, being accepted and happy you’re more likely to start working out and looking after yourself better than if you’re sad, and constantly shamed), if we’re being honest, most guys still covet a six-pack.

The problem is though; most people, in their pursuit of looking like a Calvien Klein model, end up focussing on exercises like sit ups, crunches and planks. But the truth is; getting a six-pack is not about training. It’s about having a low body fat percentage.

Online personal trainer Brock Ashby recently explained this well on TikTok (video at the top of this article). “If you want visible abs, it’s not about training them 6 days a week, or seven days a week,” he said.

“It’s about having a low enough body fat percentage for them to be seen. Because everyone has abs but not everyone has the body fat percentage for their abs to be seen.”

“Instead of just training your abs to get a visible six pack, train your abs to have a strong core.”

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If you’ve managed to break through the stigma associated with yoga and accept it really isn’t just for women, then you’re going want some of the best yoga pants to wear to your sessions.

There’s no denying yoga is ever so slowly taking over the world. The discipline once heavily associated with women is now being accepted by guys everywhere, due to the numerous benefits it can provide. These include improved muscle strength, body conditioning, flexibility, and improved mental well-being.

Despite its associations with fitness, however, the clothes you wear to practice yoga need to be drastically different from those you would normally wear to the gym, or outside for a run (and you certainly wouldn’t wear your cycling lycra).

When it comes to yoga pants, you want to look for fabrics that are stretchy so that they can move as you do as you work your way up to being able to perform the splits. Coverage is also key because even though pants lend themselves to having longer legs, to avoid the risk of ‘hanging low’, you don’t want your pair of men’s yoga pants to be so skin-tight that you and the twins have no room to breathe.

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When you’re shredding some powder, you need to arm yourself with a pair of ski gloves to keep your hands warm and protected.

Gloves for skiing and snowboarding may be considered as an afterthought; however, they should be taken seriously, as numb hands and frozen fingers are no joke. Best case scenario, you’ll be cold and miserable, waiting for the bus to drive you back to the ski resort. Worst scenario… frostbite.

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