When anti-racism specialist Gloria Tabi removed her wig for the first time in 25 years, she wasn’t simply changing her look—she was dismantling decades of social conditioning. “It was liberating,” she told The Back Cover podcast. “But also terrifying. I remember sitting in my car crying before walking into the […]
Warning: This article contains the names and details of deceased Aboriginal people. The lawns outside the Alice Springs courthouse have once again become a sacred ground for mourning. Smoke from smouldering eucalyptus leaves curls into the dry desert air as Warlpiri elders stand barefoot in grief. Beside them, signs bearing […]
At the heart of Canberra, the Rex Hotel came alive with the vibrant rhythms, tantalising aromas, and colourful costumes of Africa as dignitaries, ambassadors, and members of the African diaspora gathered to celebrate Africa Day. This annual celebration, held on May 25 to mark the founding of the Organization of […]
Melbourne has long been celebrated as one of the world’s most multicultural cities, and its latest addition, Koreatown, further cements this reputation. The opening of this vibrant precinct marks a significant milestone in the city’s ongoing commitment to celebrating its diverse communities and fostering multicultural connections. Located in Healeys Lane, […]
For decades, Sean “Diddy” Combs curated a public image of glamour, wealth, and success — a hip-hop mogul turned fashion icon, media tycoon, and master of reinvention. But in a starkly different portrait presented to jurors this week, prosecutors described Combs not as a cultural powerhouse but as a predator […]
In one of the most extraordinary political upsets in recent Australian history, disability advocate Ali France has unseated Opposition Leader Peter Dutton in the federal seat of Dickson — ending his 24-year reign and delivering a defining blow to the Coalition. France, a former journalist, para-athlete and communications professional, flipped […]
Women battling endometriosis face more than just the chronic pain and infertility often associated with the condition. New research from the University of Queensland has revealed a shocking link between endometriosis and an increased risk of premature and early menopause, placing women at risk of severe long-term health consequences. The […]
Liberal Party candidate Vivek Singha has issued an apology after a series of offensive social media posts were uncovered, including derogatory remarks targeting Indigenous Australians and deeply personal attacks on federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek. Singha, who is contesting the hotly watched Western Sydney seat of Fowler, came under fire […]
When it comes to household chores, Australian men are living in a parallel universe — and women are paying the price, literally. A bombshell new report by Finder has laid bare the financial fallout of unpaid domestic labour, revealing that one in three partnered women are still doing the lion’s […]
As African culture experiences a global resurgence—spanning viral Afrobeats dance trends, traditional food challenges on social media, and a renewed interest in indigenous knowledge systems—South African designer Hlumelo Nyaluza is determined to ensure that luxury fashion is part of the movement. Through his avant-garde handbag label, he is blending centuries-old […]
