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Velentina Boulter

Velentina is a freelance journalist, having just finished studying journalism at The University of Melbourne. When she's not typing away at her laptop, she can usually be found overanalysing movies or making terrible jokes.

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Cosmos •

National breast density policy review close

BreastScreen Australia is to update its position on breast density reporting early in the new year.


Advocates for breast cancer awareness are calling for a change in the National BreastScreen Australia program, saying breast density should be included in mammogram reporting in the upcoming policy and funding review.


A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Aged Care told Cosmos:


“The report is expected to be submitted to Government in early 2025.”


BreastScreen Australia is the...
Cosmos •

Behind the door - subtracting the myths out of maths

Across the world, there are thousands of public universities that are open for members of the public to explore, to just walk in and experience firsthand the breathtaking scientific developments that are happening in their city. 


But how often do we take up this opportunity, to just simply walk into a building that we know nothing about and speak to the faculty members who are fuelled by a passion for innovation. 


Over the last few weeks, I’ve been lucky enough to do just that. For the fiv...

Really, this is how we’re ending things? A Guide to Series Finales

It’s no surprise that when our beloved TV shows come to an end, we’re left bereft. We’re left standing there, more awkward than a contestant on The Bachelor who didn’t receive a rose, unsure of what happens next and trying not to make a scene. But what’s the best way to end a show? How can you call off the relationship but still stay friends without the stressful will-they-won’t-they of Ross and Rachel?

Some things are constant in our lives. The sun rises each morning as I write up my to-do lis

The Cost of Space Travel

I am named after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova. This is usually my go-to “fun fact about myself” I have tucked away for the first week of uni classes; a simple and easy answer to most ice-breaker questions.

I am named after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova. This is usually my go-to “fun fact about myself” I have tucked away for the first week of uni classes; a simple and easy answer to most ice-breaker questions.

Growing up, it was always in my nature to look up

down with capitalism

over the past few years, i’ve witnessed friends, family and now even myself fall victim to a sickening trend. what started (i can only assume) as a simple grammatical mistake, has since taken over the entire internet. but maybe, this disturbing phenomenon is actually for the best.

over the past few years, i’ve witnessed friends, family and now even myself fall victim to a sickening trend.

what started (i can only assume) as a simple grammatical mistake, has since taken over the entire internet
SPORTbible •

Every Women's World Cup jersey, named and ranked

As the opening match of Women’s 2023 World Cup dawns nearer, it’s now time for a completely objective ranking of all the jerseys.

As the opening match of Women’s 2023 World Cup dawns nearer, it’s now time for the most important aspect of all.

All 32 teams have released their jerseys for the impending World Cup, so without further ado, here is a completely objective list ranking the jerseys from 32 to one, with one being the most amazing, appealing and artistic jersey in this year's World Cup.
LADbible •

Aussies are being called on to register to be organ donors to help those in need

Only one-third of the population has signed up to the initiative but it's hoped that statistic will change during Donate Life Week.

Aussies are being called on to sign up to be organ donors and help out those who are critically in need.

Only one in 10 young Australians aged 14-16 have registered, but the team at Donate Life are determined to flip that statistic during their campaign this week.

Despite the fact that 80 per cent of Australians support organ tissue donation, only around one-thir
The Yarn •

Dark Matters: The Mind - The Yarn

When we imagine great mysteries we think of distant galaxies or unexplorable ocean depths. But one of the greatest mysteries is a lot closer to home. It’s in our heads.

The human brain is the most complex data processor in the known universe. But we still have very little idea how our own consciousness actually works.

This week, we’re bringing you three stories that shed light on the intricacies of our minds.

It’s the first episode of Dark Matters. Our new series about the fundamental essence

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