Imagine moving from the laid-back beaches of Bondi to the fast-paced streets of Los Angeles—a city known for its relentless hustle, sky-high beauty standards, and a complex political climate. For wellness expert Andi Lew, that’s exactly what happened. And while the move promised incredible professional opportunities, it also came with […]
In a world where climate change threatens food supplies and plant-based diets are on the rise, Australian scientists have developed a groundbreaking robot that could transform how we grow the crops we rely on most — from wheat and barley to legumes and grains. Called RootBot, the new robot doesn’t […]
Usher fans are still in the dark after the R&B superstar suddenly pulled the plug on his highly anticipated Australian tour—without offering a clear reason why. The multi-platinum Texas-born artist, real name Usher Raymond IV, was set to perform 12 arena shows across Melbourne and Sydney this November and December […]
“It’s just a joke.” “Don’t you get the Australian sense of humour?” For many Australian workers, these are not harmless remarks—they’re tactics. Dismissive humour has become a cultural shield for abuse, a socially accepted way to excuse workplace sexual harassment and silence those most at risk. Now, a landmark national […]
Freelance journalist Antoinette Lattouf has emerged victorious in her unfair dismissal case against the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), with the Federal Court ruling that the national broadcaster unlawfully terminated her employment. Justice Darryl Rangiah’s judgment found that Lattouf’s removal from her role as a fill-in host on ABC Radio Sydney’s […]
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 […]
