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 […]
What began as a peaceful protest in the heart of Footscray on Tuesday erupted into chaos, as tensions flared following the police shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed, a 35-year-old rough sleeper with mental health issues. More than 250 demonstrators gathered at Nicholson Street in Melbourne’s inner west to demand justice for […]
In a Brisbane warehouse tucked behind high-rise apartments and traffic jams, the unmistakable scent of basil and a splash of purple radish mark a quiet agricultural revolution — not in the bush, but in a balcony. University of Queensland PhD student Thi Thanh Nhan An is redefining what it means […]
The yellow carpet shimmered beneath strappy heels and glittering gowns at the Sydney Women’s International Film Festival (SWIFF) on Friday night — but beneath the glamour was a simmering frustration. For the fifth year in a row, women in film gathered at Moore Park not just to celebrate their work, […]
Teenagers glued to their phones may be doing more than just doomscrolling — they could be sabotaging their health, according to new research linking excessive social media use to poor dietary habits. A global study led by the University of Queensland has revealed that adolescents who frequently or compulsively use […]
