How the humble singlet became an Australian icon
It has anonymously toiled on building sites, stages and international flashpoints, and the humble singlet has been elevated to near-mythic status.
How will art portray the coronavirus in the years to come?
While the coronavirus has indelibly changed our reality, I’m wondering how it will influence our fictional portrayal of it.
Afghanistan: We need to punish the troops, not the whistleblower
As more crimes from Afghanistan emerge, we must not shirk bringing those responsible to justice.
Lock her up: Even Donald’s pardons may not save Ivanka from jail
Ivanka Trump is in serious trouble over misusing public money, and even her father may not be able to save her.
UK has approved their vaccine, so why are we waiting for ours?
While the UK has approved the Pfizer vaccine, we’re due to get ours in March 2021. So, why are we waiting?
How many scandals is too many for Gladys?
With Gladys Berejiklian tied to yet another scandal involving taxpayer money, one has to wonder how she’s managed to keep her job.
Impact investing: Changing the cost of doing business
Barry Palte, Founder of EQ Capital, wants to change the world of investment, one good cause at a time.
The secret psychology of gift-giving
The giving of gifts is purportedly about charity and thoughtfulness, but, in reality, its far more complex than that.
Hazzard not “overly fussed” after hotel quarantine worker contracts COVID
A hotel quarantine worker has tested positive to COVID-19, but to those in charge, it’s no biggie, and will not impact a further loosening of restrictions.
Conservation report lists the Great Barrier Reef as ‘critical’
While climate change has impacted the majority of our World Heritage sites, the Great Barrier Reef has been hit hardest.
It’s so hard for Trump to find good help (to steal the election) these days
There’s a lesson to be taken from Donald Trump’s lame attempt to steal the US election: don’t skimp on your coup.
Why hasn’t Pauline Hanson recruited Pete Evans yet?
Pete Evans needs a new career, and One Nation needs an electoral lifeline. Let’s consider the possibility of a political match made in reality star hell.
Lies, stupid lies…and Trump’s legal strategy
Ever since Donald Trump’s legal counsel stood next to an adult shop and asked America to supply the conspiracy theories, it’s been clear that no-one in the White House knows what the plan is.
As Biden inches closer to the White House, Trump moves on the Supreme Court
The world over, we’re seeing elections impacted by COVID-19. Typically, Joe Biden’s attempt to unseat Donald Trump is the most extreme example.
Trump Might Be A Terrible President, But He’s A Spectacular Supervillain
If he loses today’s election, President Trump will leave a country where superhero comics fail to match the carelessly destructive nature of contemporary politics.
Afghanistan: We need to punish the troops, not the whistleblower
As more crimes from Afghanistan emerge, we must not shirk bringing those responsible to justice.
Lock her up: Even Donald’s pardons may not save Ivanka from jail
Ivanka Trump is in serious trouble over misusing public money, and even her father may not be able to save her.
Meet a CEO: Joanna Auburn, Trace
We spoke with Trace Co-Founder, Joanna Auburn, about bringing people together for the greater good, and how you blend tech, finance and altruism.
The other pandemic: COVID leading to a rise in domestic violence
While Australia’s domestic violence problem was horrific prior to COVID, the lockdown has merely added fuel to the flame.
“Extremism, intolerance and hatred”: The history of James Waugh, former journalist and alleged terrorist
While a former journalist is facing life in prison over planning a terrorist attack, his relationship with extremist hatred is well-documented.
How the humble singlet became an Australian icon
It has anonymously toiled on building sites, stages and international flashpoints, and the humble singlet has been elevated to near-mythic status.
How will art portray the coronavirus in the years to come?
While the coronavirus has indelibly changed our reality, I’m wondering how it will influence our fictional portrayal of it.
Nation begs China to send submarine to ‘Harry Holt’ PM
The nation has had enough of Scott Morrison inflaming China, begging the People’s Republic to pick him up immediately.
You suck, ya Jackass: Five adored sports movies we should bench immediately
Hollywood has a problem. Like the asthmatic kid on the playground, they’re no good at sport. So, in the interest of fairness, we thought we’d pick on them.
Love actually…is actually a problem
For a movie that literally states that love is all around, the caustic Tinderesque narratives makes me believe that love doesn’t actually enter into it.
Frisky business: Should relationships have exit interviews?
The sudden end of my relationship has left me confused. As I’m now romantically unemployed, I’m wondering what I need to change in order to keep my job in the future.
Lockdown has changed our personalities, experts claim
While we’ve all adjusted to a life kept in stasis, the experience has changed us. But, is that change permanent? And is it a good thing?
“Is it ok to cry?”: Despite 40 years of war, PTSD isn’t diagnosed in Afghanistan
Afghanistan has been under the boot of various conflict since 1978, yet according to scarce medical professionals, PTSD is seldom diagnosed.
What I learned at my own funeral
As a somewhat cynical, still open-minded spiritual seeker, I decided to attend my own funeral to see if I felt anything.
A vaccine by Christmas: The challenges of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine
AstraZeneca’s COVID vaccine is the safest, most plentiful (if not effective) way to halt the pandemic. But, massive challenges remain.
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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.
The secret psychology of gift-giving
The giving of gifts is purportedly about charity and thoughtfulness, but, in reality, its far more complex than that.
E-charisma: The nebulous concept employers are looking for
According to Northwestern University, ‘E-charisma’ is the way we portray ourselves in the virtual office space, one that will probably be a factor in the job interviews of tomorrow.
‘Rona’ and ‘Iso’ are our words of the year, the end is surely nigh
On top of everything else, COVID-19 has polluted our language, with ‘Rona’, and ‘Iso’ sweeping the awards.
Science discovers the true location of the Fountain of Youth (both of them)
It’s a well-worn trope, but researchers have discovered the true location of the Fountain of Youth. For real this time. Maybe.
Cruel Summer: What America’s restricted holiday season can teach us about ours
As America enters the holiday season under the clouds of COVID, we Australians should start taking notes, as our summer will be a strange one.
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? In NSW, more than 37,175 people are homeless while
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
The week in Media: 19th August 2016
Carefully curated by MediaScope Industry Warned as Consumers are Frustrated by Advertising (CampaignLive) Consumers are "frustrated and annoyed" by the advertising experience is highlighted as a key theme in
I wish rugby league would go and die
Nicholas Hartman isn’t your typical Aussie bloke. In fact, for him football, in particular Rugby League, brings out the very worst in society. I wish Rugby League would go and
I lived with a crack addict for six months
Dylan Goodluck discovered that living with a heroin addict is not all it's 'crack'-ed up to be... I lived with a crack addict for six months. We started off
Worst. Sex. Ever.
Toby Francis reminisces over his first sexual encounters, during which he discovered the disconnect between porn and real life. The Exorcist may be a weird movie to watch while offering someone
Get off your high horses – GTA V is here to stay
As debate continues to rage over video games and violence, Nathan Gardner considers whether GTA V imitates life, or life imitates GTA V. Rockstar Entertainment recently released its latest instalment of
Dear Blake…
Sharp-tongued, fashion-forward and, by his own admission, troubled soul Blake Sutherland offers his homespun advice to those in need... Q1. I am a stylist trying to make it in
Art vs artists – how do we decide?
The avid gamer in Jordan King Lacroix comes up against his ethical and moral guardian as he grapples with financially supporting the art of an 'artist' whose personal beliefs don't
Crime and punishment
Nicholas Cowdery, AM, QC, muses on Dostoevsky, ICAC and the serving up of a tasty cold dish called revenge. When I was still at university, I acted in a
The Mourning Show
Water-boarding and The Morning Show are the tortures of Jason Folkard’s worse nightmares, and guess which one he/she willingly submitted to..? The Big Smoke has finally launched, so I thought
I can’t stand lefty memes
Gary Condoseres has a quiet chuckle over how the Left may have won the meme battle against the Right leading up to the 2013 Federal Election, and yet still lost
I am a conscientious objector
Looking at the issue from the perspective of a rural GP, ‘Rastas’ has become a conscientious objector to conscientious objection to immunisation. In 1798, Edward Jenner discovered that injecting
The MP and me
Forced to navigate between his own beliefs and the aspirations of one of his besties wanting to become an MP, Toby Francis is no longer a 'PUP' when it comes
How the humble singlet became an Australian icon
It has anonymously toiled on building sites, stages and international flashpoints, and the humble singlet has been elevated to near-mythic status.
How will art portray the coronavirus in the years to come?
While the coronavirus has indelibly changed our reality, I’m wondering how it will influence our fictional portrayal of it.
Afghanistan: We need to punish the troops, not the whistleblower
As more crimes from Afghanistan emerge, we must not shirk bringing those responsible to justice.
Lock her up: Even Donald’s pardons may not save Ivanka from jail
Ivanka Trump is in serious trouble over misusing public money, and even her father may not be able to save her.
It’s so hard for Trump to find good help (to steal the election) these days
There’s a lesson to be taken from Donald Trump’s lame attempt to steal the US election: don’t skimp on your coup.
Why hasn’t Pauline Hanson recruited Pete Evans yet?
Pete Evans needs a new career, and One Nation needs an electoral lifeline. Let’s consider the possibility of a political match made in reality star hell.
Today, Gladys must turn over her deleted emails
Our pursuit of Gladys Berejiklian’s ties to a $252 million scandal culminates today, as her deleted emails must be presented to parliament.
Lies, stupid lies…and Trump’s legal strategy
Ever since Donald Trump’s legal counsel stood next to an adult shop and asked America to supply the conspiracy theories, it’s been clear that no-one in the White House knows what the plan is.
It’s so hard for Trump to find good help (to steal the election) these days
There’s a lesson to be taken from Donald Trump’s lame attempt to steal the US election: don’t skimp on your coup.
Why hasn’t Pauline Hanson recruited Pete Evans yet?
Pete Evans needs a new career, and One Nation needs an electoral lifeline. Let’s consider the possibility of a political match made in reality star hell.
Today, Gladys must turn over her deleted emails
Our pursuit of Gladys Berejiklian’s ties to a $252 million scandal culminates today, as her deleted emails must be presented to parliament.
Lies, stupid lies…and Trump’s legal strategy
Ever since Donald Trump’s legal counsel stood next to an adult shop and asked America to supply the conspiracy theories, it’s been clear that no-one in the White House knows what the plan is.
How the humble singlet became an Australian icon
It has anonymously toiled on building sites, stages and international flashpoints, and the humble singlet has been elevated to near-mythic status.
How will art portray the coronavirus in the years to come?
While the coronavirus has indelibly changed our reality, I’m wondering how it will influence our fictional portrayal of it.
Brave new parents: Letting Aldous Huxley raise your kids
Novelist, social commentator and drug addict Aldous Huxley had many great ideas. But is he the kind of person that you’d leave your kids around?
Nation begs China to send submarine to ‘Harry Holt’ PM
The nation has had enough of Scott Morrison inflaming China, begging the People’s Republic to pick him up immediately.
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.
