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NASA’s Famous Blue Marble Photo Is 50 Years Old
The Blue Marble photograph, made by NASA’s Apollo 17 astronauts on December 7, 1972, is one of the most published photographs on Earth. The last manned mission to the Moon, Apollo 17, made this photograph of Earth and changed the way we see...
Collectibles
GI Joe doll for boys that put action into Action Figure
GI Joe Put Action into Action Figures When Hasbro introduced G.I. Joe action figures in 1964, the company was gambling on the possibility that boys would play with dolls as long as they weren't called dolls. Fortunately, the gamble paid off. Unlike the...
Australian Politics
2010 Letter Catherine Tanna, QGC to Anna Bligh, Qld Premier
Official documents have a habit of being removed from the internet or moved onto different locations on government websites so we publish the 2010 letter from Catherine Tanna (QGC/BG Group) to Queensland Premier Anna Bligh in full here. Qld Premier Anna Bligh...
Country Living
Building nesting boxes to save wildlife impacted by logging
A recent study has revealed a troubling decline in natural tree hollows is leading to a decrease in arboreal mammal populations in Northern Australia. Conducted by Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods (RIEL), the study sought...
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Baseball trading card makers
The Unsung Heroes Behind the Cardboard Legends Before the million-dollar auctions, the plastic sleeves, and the vaults of PSA-graded treasure, there were the humble baseball card makers — printers, gum companies, and dream merchants who turned ink, paper, and chewing gum into...
Antiques
Ancient Roman Fast Food Shop of Regio V in Pompeii
The city of Pompeii, frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, continues to unveil secrets of the ancient world. Among the most intriguing discoveries in recent years is the fast food snack bar, or "thermopolium,"...
Country Living
A Rare Opportunity to Smell the Corpse Flower Bloom
A Once-in-a-Decade Chance to Witness Titan Arum's Stunning and Stinky Display The Titan Arum, or corpse flower, is nature's dark-hearted gift to the patient and the macabre. If you're lucky enough to stumble upon it in bloom, you'll be struck not by...
Fashion
National Gallery of Victoria and the Chanel Coromandel Coat
National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, Australia has set a new world record for House of Chanel fashion by paying €277,200 ($428,427.35 Australian Dollars) for an extremely rare evening coat designed by Karl Lagerfeld. The exquisite 'Coromandel Coat' was one of the highlights...
Australian history
Final report on James Cook’s Endeavour from Rhode Island
HMB Endeavour Shipwreck Report The Locating HMB Endeavour Final Report, released this week, is a detailed culmination of physical evidence, historical cross-analysis, and comparative shipwreck studies gathered...
Australian Politics
Logging halted after Forestry Corp misidentifies trees
This morning, 11 June 2024, more than 20 individuals, predominantly university and high school students, halted the logging of Orara East State Forest for three hours,...
Australian Politics
Legal Challenge Against NT’s Largest Fracking Project
The Environment Centre Northern Territory (ECNT), the region's leading conservation organization, has initiated legal proceedings to challenge the Northern Territory government's approval of the largest fracking...
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Air Taxis Coming to Australia: A New Era in Urban Mobility
Imagine zipping across the skies of Sydney or Melbourne in a sleek, quiet, and emissions-free aircraft, bypassing traffic jams and reducing your commute time...
Integrated Pest Management: Sustainable Agriculture
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Integrated Pest Management:A Sustainable Approach to Agriculture Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a sustainable and environmentally conscious approach to managing pests in agricultural systems. Unlike...
How to Build a Beneficial Bug Hotel for Your Backyard
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How to Build a Beneficial Bug Hotel for Your Backyard Creating a beneficial bug hotel is a fun and rewarding way to support your garden’s...
Exploring the Vibrant Artist Scene: Belleville, Paris
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Paris, the city of love, lights, and art, has long been a beacon for creative souls seeking inspiration and recognition. While iconic neighborhoods like...
Australia’s best tasting heirloom tomatoes
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Black Cherry tomato has emerged victorious as Australia's premier tasting heirloom tomato. In a celebration marking the 30th anniversary of the inaugural Diggers Great...
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Country Living
“Paris is always a good idea” & other quotes about Paris
Paris has always attracted the world's greatest artists, writers, philosophers and statesmen who have been inspired to put pen to paper to describe the city's intrigue, beauty and essence. Here are some of their best...
Country Living
Kitchen knives ° Anthony Bourdain’s Kramer Knife
Anthony Bourdain's Kramer Knife Anthony Bourdain, renowned chef and television personality, was known for his discerning taste in culinary tools. One of the most iconic kitchen knives he used was the Kramer knife, crafted by master...
Foodies & Vine
Enjoy These Delicious Rum Cocktail Recipes
Rum, with its rich history and versatile flavour profile, has been a beloved spirit for centuries. From the sun-soaked beaches of the Caribbean to the bustling bars of major cities worldwide, these rum cocktail recipes...
Australian Politics
Transitioning Timber Workers to Sustainable Plantations
Australia’s rich biodiversity and the economic well-being of its timber workers are increasingly at odds due to the ongoing practice of native forest logging. Transitioning timber workers to sustainable timber plantations is essential to preserve...
Country Living
Ten best Brandy Cocktail recipes
Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, our selection of classic and contemporary brandy cocktails offers something for every palate and occasion. From the creamy indulgence of the Brandy Alexander to the refreshing...
Foodies & Vine
Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai, MICHELIN Guide 2024
Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai offer a diverse variety of culinary delights, each providing a unique dining experience that reflects the city's cosmopolitan nature. From the innovative Indian cuisine at Tresind Studio to the underwater seafood...
Australian history
Palm Sunday Peace Rally and March for Nuclear Disarmament
Tens of thousands of Sydneysiders took to the streets in a mass display of protest, unity, and Aussie humor, led by notable figures such as NSW Premier Neville Wran, sitting federal Minister Tom Uren, and...
Australian Politics
Perth approved for AUKUS nuclear waste dump
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) has approved a licence for the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) to establish a prescribed radiation facility known as the ‘Controlled Industrial Facility’ at HMAS Stirling Navy...
Australian Politics
Minns responds to Dr Henry’s Biodiversity Conservation review
The Minns Government has released its response to the statutory reviews of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and the native vegetation provisions of the Local Land Services Act 2013, addressing several of the recommendations made...
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Bunnings CCTV Dilemma – Security versus Privacy
The Surveillance Dilemma: Bunnings, Privacy, and the Role of Facial Recognition Technology The debate over facial recognition technology (FRT) pits safety and security against privacy...
Best way to reduce climate change is stop gas industry methane leaks
What’s the cheapest, quickest way to reduce climate change without roiling the economy? In the United States, it may be by reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
A history of Phillip St Theatre, Sydney
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To illustrate this history of Phillip St Theatre are production photos of The Anniversary starring June Salter, John Hamblin, Zoe Bertram, Alan Wilson, Malcolm...
Immutep’s Research into Cancer and Autoimmune Treatment
Immutep Signals Hope for Cancer and Autoimmune Treatment Immutep Limited, a biotech company from Sydney, is on a mission to turn cutting-edge science into real-world...
Bruce Davidson’s Circus Photos: Early Career Breakthrough
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Bruce Davidson: His Early Years and The Circus (1958) Bruce Davidson’s journey into photography began long before his Magnum years, rooted in childhood curiosity and...