Have we really avoided 14,000 coronavirus deaths?
According to our chief medical officer, our response has saved 14,000 lives. But how legitimate is that figure?
AI doctors outperform their fleshy counterparts, but still we don’t trust them
Despite a 90% success rate in diagnosing an issue (and the promise of a discount) AI doctors in America are facing discrimination. Shame.
Cryptozoology: The scientific study of fictional animals
Cryptozoology is a strange art form, it’s the study of fictional creatures, but it occasionally comes true.
The parallels between ‘Taxi Driver’ and the incel movement
In Martin Scorsese’s classic, Travis Bickle is a man shunned by the opposite sex, pushed to extreme violence. In the age of the incel, the parallels are obvious.
After a six-year battle, Malka Leifer may finally be extradited
Accused of 74 counts of child sexual abuse, Malka Leifer fled to Israel. After more than sixty hearings, she may be on her way back.
PM pressured the ABC to change report over COVID app
Earlier this month, the PM’s office asked the ABC to change what they reported, claiming an article was ‘unnecessarily alarmist’.
We enjoy villains because they’re just like us
According to research, the reason why we love villains is very simple. We can dig their motives, but from a safe distance.
Meet a CEO: Vanessa Giannos, The HR Experts International
We spoke with Vanessa Giannos, the CEO of The HR Experts International to discuss where start-ups fail, and how culture can be more important than strategy.
How the Stockdale Paradox can help us through 2020
The ‘Stockdale Paradox’ is a method of facing the reality of the situation, with optimism and without baleful resignation.
The coronavirus will not close the gap between the rich and poor
Some are believing that we’ll emerge from the coronavirus closer, more empathetic and less reliant on capitalism. This is not the case.
What will post-lockdown Australia look like?
While we’re being released back into the wild, I fear the Australia we left is not the one we’ll be greeted with.
When we dip into recession, we see an increase in racism
Studies show that racism and recessions go together. We must press our politicians to ensure we avoid a spike here.
The High Court ruling against the AFP is not a win for journalism
The High Court of Australia may have ruled that the AFP raid of a News Corp journalist was invalid, but the raiders were able to keep the evidence they found.
Want to stay fit in the time of corona? Join the GOYA club!
Over Christmas, I had an epiphany. I needed to get off my arse. So, I formed the GOYA club, and oddly, we have members worldwide.
We cannot let the coronavirus obscure our climate obligations
Many leaders (including ours) are citing the economic impact of the coronavirus as a reason to pause climate change negotiations. This is a mistake.
PM pressured the ABC to change report over COVID app
Earlier this month, the PM’s office asked the ABC to change what they reported, claiming an article was ‘unnecessarily alarmist’.
Meet a CEO: Vanessa Giannos, The HR Experts International
We spoke with Vanessa Giannos, the CEO of The HR Experts International to discuss where start-ups fail, and how culture can be more important than strategy.
In the name of national security, governments are cracking down on social media encryption
Peter Dutton is pushing Facebook to walk away from end-to-end encryption, a function that allows users to converse beyond the gaze of good government.
JobMaker: In a time of extreme financial scrutiny, Morrison opts to save the economy with vague labels
To restart the economy, Scott Morrison will roll out the ‘JobMaker’ plan, but at always, he’s painting in extremely broad strokes.
16-year-old John Pat’s death in custody got our attention, but little has changed
In 1983, five off-duty police officers beat a 16-year-old to death. An all-white jury found the officers in question not guilty, but similar doses of violence over the years has proved it was not an isolated incident.
Cryptozoology: The scientific study of fictional animals
Cryptozoology is a strange art form, it’s the study of fictional creatures, but it occasionally comes true.
The parallels between ‘Taxi Driver’ and the incel movement
In Martin Scorsese’s classic, Travis Bickle is a man shunned by the opposite sex, pushed to extreme violence. In the age of the incel, the parallels are obvious.
How the Stockdale Paradox can help us through 2020
The ‘Stockdale Paradox’ is a method of facing the reality of the situation, with optimism and without baleful resignation.
Your opinion on climate change does not matter
While some are still debating on whether climate change exists, the actual experts are well beyond that question. I blame celebrities and the media for this gap in our understanding.
The catcher of our ire: J.D. Salinger defines the art v artist question
Selfish, destructive, morally questionable. While J.D. Salinger gave us The Catcher in the Rye, he also left us with a question. How fine is the line between our love of their work and dislike of the artist?
Have we really avoided 14,000 coronavirus deaths?
According to our chief medical officer, our response has saved 14,000 lives. But how legitimate is that figure?
AI doctors outperform their fleshy counterparts, but still we don’t trust them
Despite a 90% success rate in diagnosing an issue (and the promise of a discount) AI doctors in America are facing discrimination. Shame.
Finding the value of x: Multiplying self worth after a subtraction of love
When you’re romantically let go, your self-worth tends to leave too. However, there’s a couple of fractions you need to solve.
Why I feel unworthy to father my child
Very shortly, I will be a father. The only problem is, I don’t think I’m up to it. My partner has made the jump, but I’m unsure how.
The coronavirus could test your relationship – here’s how to keep it intact
With the coronavirus placing us in close-quarters with our partners, there’s a chance your relationship may not survive the lockdown.
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Trading primary for high school will be tough, but I’m ready
While I’m less than a week away from leaving primary school forever, I believe I’m ready to take this overwhelming step.
TripAdvisor pulls support for venues featuring captive animals
TripAdvisor will no longer sell tickets to attractions such as Sea World on the Gold Coast, on the grounds of animal welfare.
Money matters: Should young Australians rely on their parents for financial education?
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Billie Cooper (13) discusses the money management skills her peers are lacking, and how the responsibility does not solely lie with their parents.
Reflections on my first LGBTQ+ pride month
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Giselle Atlas (13) discusses what LGBTQ+ pride month means to her and her community.
TBS Next Gen: The objectification of girls starts early, it needs to stop
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Giselle Atlas (13) discusses the unfair expectations that have been placed on girls since time immemorial.
Men less likely to wear protective masks, study finds
According to a survey of almost 3,000 Americans, men are far less likely to wear protective masks, believing them to be a sign of weakness. OK.
Study shows that we see social distancing as a competition
According to a major survey, Americans are saying they are excellent at social distancing – but are quick to judge how their neighbours are doing.
The brain implant that allows the blind to see
Researchers have created a ‘visual prosthetic’, a brain implant that ostensibly allows the blind to see.
Lonely eels in your area: This aquarium wants you to chat up their fish
Due to the coronavirus, the residents of Sumida Aquarium as desperate for human attention. You could say that they’re feeling eely-eely bad.
Study: Excessive screen time does not impact social skills
For an age, our parents have told us that screen time damages the social aptitude of children. Turns out, not so much.
A wine cellar in a rental property? Why, yes you can
Ever thought about having a wine cellar or something vaguely resembling it? The fact that your name is not on the mortgage is immaterial. A wine cellar sounds
Current Affairs Wrap: Another US mass shooting, Adani’s mine is almost here, America weaponises “freedom gas”
Well, it’s been a week punctuated by gunshot, a local voyeur peeking at Jupiter and ‘freedom gas’, whatever that happens to be. Hello and welcome to this week’s
The coalition is back – But delivering on promises won’t be easy
The struggle for the coalition starts now, as the challenge to follow through with their promises will be difficult, as the minority clearly now rules. “It’s not a
Masculine traditions still rule in study of Australian men
In a recent study of Australian men aged 18 to 30, traditional masculine views still hold true in this country. Young men who conform to traditional definitions of
Great southern blend: Let our new citizens shape us, not we them
With the conditions on new citizens tougher, it begs us to ask not only who we are, but what we expect. In this culture of 'otherdom', again we're
There are two vacant properties for each homeless person in NSW
In NSW, more than enough vacant properties exist in which to house the homeless, but is the solution that easy? On October 18, Australian Greens Senator Lee Rhiannon posted
Have we really avoided 14,000 coronavirus deaths?
According to our chief medical officer, our response has saved 14,000 lives. But how legitimate is that figure? Australia’s chief medical officer Brendan Murphy told a senate inquiry
AI doctors outperform their fleshy counterparts, but still we don’t trust them
Despite a 90% success rate in diagnosing an issue (and the promise of a discount) AI doctors in America are facing discrimination. Shame. Research from two Professors at
Cryptozoology: The scientific study of fictional animals
Cryptozoology is a strange art form, it's the study of fictional creatures, but it occasionally comes true. The Loch Ness Monster, the Yeti, Bigfoot, the Bunyip and other
The parallels between ‘Taxi Driver’ and the incel movement
In Martin Scorsese's classic, Travis Bickle is a man shunned by the opposite sex, pushed to extreme violence. In the age of the incel, the parallels are obvious.
After a six-year battle, Malka Leifer may finally be extradited
Accused of 74 counts of child sexual abuse, Malka Leifer fled to Israel. After more than sixty hearings, she may be on her way back. The Jerusalem District
PM pressured the ABC to change report over COVID app
Earlier this month, the PM's office asked the ABC to change what they reported, claiming an article was 'unnecessarily alarmist'. Last year, when the Australian Federal Police raided
We enjoy villains because they’re just like us
According to research, the reason why we love villains is very simple. We can dig their motives, but from a safe distance. The period of social isolation has
Meet a CEO: Vanessa Giannos, The HR Experts International
We spoke with Vanessa Giannos, the CEO of The HR Experts International to discuss where start-ups fail, and how culture can be more important than strategy. Vanessa, can you
How the Stockdale Paradox can help us through 2020
The 'Stockdale Paradox' is a method of facing the reality of the situation, with optimism and without baleful resignation. Now we are still sitting on the sofa, we
The coronavirus will not close the gap between the rich and poor
Some are believing that we'll emerge from the coronavirus closer, more empathetic and less reliant on capitalism. This is not the case. Back in March, Madonna released a video
Powerful people are the most likely to break the rules – even if they made them
Dominic Cummings is not only Boris Johnson's chief advisor, he's the double-standard of the powerful incarnate. A very large number of people in the UK have been complying
Your opinion on climate change does not matter
While some are still debating on whether climate change exists, the actual experts are well beyond that question. I blame celebrities and the media for this gap in our understanding.
Have we really avoided 14,000 coronavirus deaths?
According to our chief medical officer, our response has saved 14,000 lives. But how legitimate is that figure?
AI doctors outperform their fleshy counterparts, but still we don’t trust them
Despite a 90% success rate in diagnosing an issue (and the promise of a discount) AI doctors in America are facing discrimination. Shame.
Cryptozoology: The scientific study of fictional animals
Cryptozoology is a strange art form, it’s the study of fictional creatures, but it occasionally comes true.
The parallels between ‘Taxi Driver’ and the incel movement
In Martin Scorsese’s classic, Travis Bickle is a man shunned by the opposite sex, pushed to extreme violence. In the age of the incel, the parallels are obvious.
What will post-lockdown Australia look like?
While we’re being released back into the wild, I fear the Australia we left is not the one we’ll be greeted with.
When we dip into recession, we see an increase in racism
Studies show that racism and recessions go together. We must press our politicians to ensure we avoid a spike here.
Lockdown? Social isolation? Been there, done that
As part of my house arrest, I spent five months in isolation. But this time around, I see nothing but positivity and opportunity.
The High Court ruling against the AFP is not a win for journalism
The High Court of Australia may have ruled that the AFP raid of a News Corp journalist was invalid, but the raiders were able to keep the evidence they found.
What will post-lockdown Australia look like?
While we’re being released back into the wild, I fear the Australia we left is not the one we’ll be greeted with.
When we dip into recession, we see an increase in racism
Studies show that racism and recessions go together. We must press our politicians to ensure we avoid a spike here.
Lockdown? Social isolation? Been there, done that
As part of my house arrest, I spent five months in isolation. But this time around, I see nothing but positivity and opportunity.
The High Court ruling against the AFP is not a win for journalism
The High Court of Australia may have ruled that the AFP raid of a News Corp journalist was invalid, but the raiders were able to keep the evidence they found.
Cryptozoology: The scientific study of fictional animals
Cryptozoology is a strange art form, it’s the study of fictional creatures, but it occasionally comes true.
The parallels between ‘Taxi Driver’ and the incel movement
In Martin Scorsese’s classic, Travis Bickle is a man shunned by the opposite sex, pushed to extreme violence. In the age of the incel, the parallels are obvious.
We enjoy villains because they’re just like us
According to research, the reason why we love villains is very simple. We can dig their motives, but from a safe distance.
How the Stockdale Paradox can help us through 2020
The ‘Stockdale Paradox’ is a method of facing the reality of the situation, with optimism and without baleful resignation.
Trading primary for high school will be tough, but I’m ready
While I’m less than a week away from leaving primary school forever, I believe I’m ready to take this overwhelming step.
TripAdvisor pulls support for venues featuring captive animals
TripAdvisor will no longer sell tickets to attractions such as Sea World on the Gold Coast, on the grounds of animal welfare.
Darren Weir is just one horse trainer, animal cruelty is an industry problem
This week, Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir was charged with animal cruelty. I fear he is the just the tip of an industry-wide iceberg.
Money matters: Should young Australians rely on their parents for financial education?
As part of The Big Smoke’s Next Gen program, Billie Cooper (13) discusses the money management skills her peers are lacking, and how the responsibility does not solely lie with their parents.
