Dave Brubeck: The white musician who fought a segregated America
Dave Brubeck was one of the most popular jazz musicians of the fifties, but it was his refusal to play in segregated venues that he should be remembered for.
No politicians should be above criticism (especially those you like)
The partisan criticism (and support) levelled at Dan Andrews is a prime example of the nuance-free discussion that swirls around our leaders.
Australia, an innovative nation lost to luddites
Once upon a time, Australia was a land of invention and innovation. Sadly, we’re turning into a nation of luddites.
USyd protest violence was unprovoked, law professor claims
The recent protests at the University of Sydney was punctuated by violence. But, according to Professor Simon Rice, the police were at fault.
A recent vegetarian farewells the meaty dishes he loved so
I’ve recently become a vegetarian. It doesn’t matter why, but I should explain to my long-term dishes that I won’t be coming back. God, this is hard. It’s not you, it’s me.
Making friends in your thirties is dating in your twenties
I’ve recently hit the jackpot, I’ve turned 30, and I’ve moved to a new city. Making new friends has pang of familiarity about it beyond 30. But here’s what I’ve learned.
Microsoft invents the virtual commute, because they care
With the virtual commute, Silicon Valley is attempting to rebuilding our lost boundary between work and home.
Morrison’s promised integrity commission can be delayed no longer
Scott Morrison has blamed COVID-19 for the delay in establishing a body that will investigate political integrity and corruption.
RIP James Randi, the original sceptic magician and crusading quack buster
The quintessential honest liar, James Randi spent his long life dispelling the paranormal and calling out the unexplained. A true original.
