Police task force will track down protesters
After 57 people were arrested after yesterday’s protest, the NSW police have announced a task force to track down those who escaped judgement.
Tomorrow’s cities will be tacky monuments to the past
The cities of tomorrow will be designed around a central: a modern remix of the classic architecture we know and love. Designing and shaping the urban environment is one of the most direct and immediate ways of effecting social change. You can do a lot to people by controlling the spaces in which [...]
Sydney’s confusing public health orders, explained
Despite the police promising to fine anyone breaking the rules, the public health orders remain vague and ever-changing.
For/Against: Should we protest during a pandemic?
Tens of thousands of people have flocked to the centre of Sydney and Melbourne to protest lockdown. It got us thinking – should we protest during a pandemic, or not?
Mental health conditions enabled by COVID will limit vaccine effectiveness
Hey, you know those mental health conditions that were exacerbated by COVID? They’ll limit the effectiveness of vaccines created to treat it. Cool.
The forgotten space programs of Africa and the Middle East
The idea of a space program has been reserved for the richest of nations, and now, people. But it was almost very different.
Pack-a-day smoker worried COVID vaccine may be unsafe
The safety of the COVID vaccine has been questioned by a pack-a-day smoker, citing concerns about what will be put in his body.
The coronavirus isn’t a wake-up call, it is much more than that
The restrictive nature of the coronavirus sees us fantasising our lives when it all blows over. However, whether we register it or not, they’re forever changed.
“Profiling our community”: Fairfield fights back against lockdown
For the last three weeks, the media has blamed Fairfield for the lockdown. But residents are telling a different story.
Meet a CEO: Stacey Dowson, Dowson Turco Lawyers
Dowson Turco Lawyers is an openly gay owned and operated firm in Sydney, offering legal services tailored to the LGBTQI community. We spoke to their managing partner about the challenges of the past and their plans for the future.
Women everywhere know exactly how Palaszczuk felt
John Coates’ mansplaining Annastacia Palaszczuk shocked many, but it is a textbook example of what women face every day.
The true cost of Melbourne’s fifth lockdown
With Melbourne entering a fifth lockdown, I fear that the small businesses that make the city what it is will not survive. And I fear more will follow.
The real winner of the Nat’s leadership spill isn’t Barnaby Joyce
Barnaby Joyce returning himself to power presents problems for Scott Morrison, and an opportunity for another to topple him.
Offshore detention is alive and well, including on Manus and Nauru
Karen Andrews marginalising the condition of Tharunicaa is one part of the story. The fact that we’re still locking up asylum seekers overseas is another.
The real reason why I didn’t win The Archibald
Despite applying paint to something, and filling out the paperwork correctly, I didn’t win The Archibald Prize. And I think I know why.
Police task force will track down protesters
After 57 people were arrested after yesterday’s protest, the NSW police have announced a task force to track down those who escaped judgement.
Tomorrow’s cities will be tacky monuments to the past
The cities of tomorrow will be designed around a central: a modern remix of the classic architecture we know and love. Designing and shaping the urban environment is one of the most direct and immediate ways of effecting social change. You can do a lot to people by controlling the spaces in which [...]
“Profiling our community”: Fairfield fights back against lockdown
For the last three weeks, the media has blamed Fairfield for the lockdown. But residents are telling a different story.
Meet a CEO: Stacey Dowson, Dowson Turco Lawyers
Dowson Turco Lawyers is an openly gay owned and operated firm in Sydney, offering legal services tailored to the LGBTQI community. We spoke to their managing partner about the challenges of the past and their plans for the future.
Join now: Dr Michelle Lim on ending loneliness together
This Sunday, Dr Michelle Lim will describe the impact of loneliness, which is fast becoming Australia’s other pandemic…and you can be part of the discussion.
For/Against: Should we protest during a pandemic?
Tens of thousands of people have flocked to the centre of Sydney and Melbourne to protest lockdown. It got us thinking – should we protest during a pandemic, or not?
The forgotten space programs of Africa and the Middle East
The idea of a space program has been reserved for the richest of nations, and now, people. But it was almost very different.
Masculinity lessons from Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway was a hero of mine. While I’ve moved on, I believe he’s a necessary ex to have – even if I regret loving him so.
This 1972 doomsday theory is right on the money
In 1972, a group of scientists warned that the world would collapse by 2040 if corporations continue putting profit first. Whoops.
What ‘Groundhog Day’ taught me about lockdown
With Melbourne and Sydney re-entering lockdown, it feels like groundhog day. But the movie of the same name has some valuable lessons we should learn.
Mental health conditions enabled by COVID will limit vaccine effectiveness
Hey, you know those mental health conditions that were exacerbated by COVID? They’ll limit the effectiveness of vaccines created to treat it. Cool.
The coronavirus isn’t a wake-up call, it is much more than that
The restrictive nature of the coronavirus sees us fantasising our lives when it all blows over. However, whether we register it or not, they’re forever changed.
As we flail, Israel has already vaccinated 30% of teens
As we struggle to get adults vaccinated, Israel is rolling out an aggressive campaign to protect teenagers from COVID.
Long COVID: What we know, and who is most at risk
For some, the short-term symptoms of COVID develop into long term issues. This is known as ‘Long COVID’, and this is what we know so far.
Mitigate your COVID anxiety by setting aside time to worry
With another long lockdown looming, many are worried about COVID-19. The trick, apparently, is setting aside some time to do exactly that.
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The reality of education during a fatal pandemic
Educating oneself during a pandemic is a battle against procrastination, existential dread and the hyperreality of the void.
The free trial no-one asked for
For many teenagers, continuing our education through the pandemic has been an unexpected ‘free trial’ of adulthood, and all it demands.
The role of technology in education
While books and pencils are still in use, technology is the future of education. We just need to find what works for us.
The education system needs a reality check
While we students are busy choosing a career, the current education system does nothing to prepare us for the realities of our chosen fields. Time for a change.
Despite numerous lockdowns, school at a distance hasn’t been so bad
Despite being thrust into the maelstrom of online learning, I’ve found both lockdowns an extremely positive experience…but I know this is not the case for others.
Women know which men just want sex, researchers surprised
According to a new study, women are able to decipher which men were just interested in sex, purely by the look on their faces.
Our dogs won’t help us find food, study discovers
According to common knowledge, dogs are our friends, and never want to see us starve. As it turns out, not so much.
Diamond face masks and portable AC: The hot new products for apocalypse
It’s official. Face masks are passe as all the cool kids are wearing air purifier necklaces and portable air conditioners.
Meet the robots that can’t keep a job
We’ve long feared that robots would take our jobs. But you know what? They’re just as useless as we are.
Oh, friend: How dating has evolved during COVID
While COVID has changed many things, it is also changing how we date. In fact, many dating apps are now offering a service that finds users friends.
Police task force will track down protesters
After 57 people were arrested after yesterday’s protest, the NSW police have announced a task force to track down those who escaped judgement.
Tomorrow’s cities will be tacky monuments to the past
The cities of tomorrow will be designed around a central: a modern remix of the classic architecture we know and love. Designing and shaping the urban environment is one of the most direct and immediate ways of effecting social change. You can do a lot to people by controlling the spaces in which [...]
Sydney’s confusing public health orders, explained
Despite the police promising to fine anyone breaking the rules, the public health orders remain vague and ever-changing.
For/Against: Should we protest during a pandemic?
Tens of thousands of people have flocked to the centre of Sydney and Melbourne to protest lockdown. It got us thinking – should we protest during a pandemic, or not?
Women everywhere know exactly how Palaszczuk felt
John Coates’ mansplaining Annastacia Palaszczuk shocked many, but it is a textbook example of what women face every day.
The true cost of Melbourne’s fifth lockdown
With Melbourne entering a fifth lockdown, I fear that the small businesses that make the city what it is will not survive. And I fear more will follow.
Ask Gretel: My partner is faking it, what do I do?
Gretel Killeen has a particular set of skills. She’s part mother, netball coach and Judge Judy…and she’s here to solve your problems.
The real winner of the Nat’s leadership spill isn’t Barnaby Joyce
Barnaby Joyce returning himself to power presents problems for Scott Morrison, and an opportunity for another to topple him.
Women everywhere know exactly how Palaszczuk felt
John Coates’ mansplaining Annastacia Palaszczuk shocked many, but it is a textbook example of what women face every day.
The true cost of Melbourne’s fifth lockdown
With Melbourne entering a fifth lockdown, I fear that the small businesses that make the city what it is will not survive. And I fear more will follow.
Ask Gretel: My partner is faking it, what do I do?
Gretel Killeen has a particular set of skills. She’s part mother, netball coach and Judge Judy…and she’s here to solve your problems.
The real winner of the Nat’s leadership spill isn’t Barnaby Joyce
Barnaby Joyce returning himself to power presents problems for Scott Morrison, and an opportunity for another to topple him.
For/Against: Should we protest during a pandemic?
Tens of thousands of people have flocked to the centre of Sydney and Melbourne to protest lockdown. It got us thinking – should we protest during a pandemic, or not?
The forgotten space programs of Africa and the Middle East
The idea of a space program has been reserved for the richest of nations, and now, people. But it was almost very different.
Pack-a-day smoker worried COVID vaccine may be unsafe
The safety of the COVID vaccine has been questioned by a pack-a-day smoker, citing concerns about what will be put in his body.
Masculinity lessons from Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway was a hero of mine. While I’ve moved on, I believe he’s a necessary ex to have – even if I regret loving him so.
The reality of education during a fatal pandemic
Educating oneself during a pandemic is a battle against procrastination, existential dread and the hyperreality of the void.
The free trial no-one asked for
For many teenagers, continuing our education through the pandemic has been an unexpected ‘free trial’ of adulthood, and all it demands.
Automation Education: The future is in the hands of machines
As an aspiring roboticist, I know that technology is the future, but I also know that future innovations will not sate us, or solve our problems.
The role of technology in education
While books and pencils are still in use, technology is the future of education. We just need to find what works for us.
