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Justice for Akira and Leandro: A Fentanyl Ring Brought Down
Justice for Akira Stein and Leandro de Niro Rodriguez It was a case that united two families who’d lived in different corners of New York’s creative universe — the Steins of Blondie fame and the De Niros of Hollywood royalty — bound...
Corporate and Event Photography
Jesus Christ Superstar Australian Cast – Theatre Photography
A year after rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar made its US Broadway debut in 1971, the Australian theatre production hit the stages and an Australian Cast album was in the record shops. Jesus Christ Superstar was created by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber in 1970. Let's...
Collectibles
The Top 20 rarest and most valuable U.S. coins
The value of U.S. coins can vary widely based on factors such as rarity, condition, historical significance, and collector demand. Here is our Top 20 list of the most valuable and sought-after U.S. coins: 1933 Double Eagle: Only one 1933 Augustus Saint-Gaudens...
Artist Profiles
US art collectors love Norman Lindsay
Part Two of Norman Lindsay's adventures in the USA examines his success in the art world especially with discerning art collectors ... Part One is here: Australian artist Norman Lindsay in America Norman Linday's solution to the challenge of seeing worthy Australian...
Australian Politics
Australian Federal Police Underwater Crime Scene Program
In a groundbreaking move, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) has introduced a pioneering program to enhance its forensic capabilities in aquatic crime scenes. This new initiative, known as the underwater search and evidence recovery (USER) program, aims to equip AFP police...
Art Theft & Fraud
The Illegal Ivory Trade: A Crisis of Conservation and Crime
The illegal ivory trade is one of the most pressing issues in wildlife conservation, a shadowy industry that has driven several species to the brink of extinction while funding organized crime and corruption across the globe. Despite international bans and widespread...
Australian Politics
ANZACs evacuate from Suvla Bay at Gallipoli, Turkey
20th December. On this day in 1915, the ANZACs and allied troops were all evacuated off the Gallipoli peninsula, Turkey, marking the end of one of most disastrous campaigns of World War One. The Mitchell Library, State Library of New South...
Landscape, Aerial & Nature
Discovering Australia from Above: Aerial Photographer’s view
In a world where drones traverse the skies and aerial photography has reached new heights, one name stands out for its exceptional ability to capture the essence of Australia's diverse landscapes: Stephen Brookes and his company AirViewOnline. Through their lens, they...
Ceramics
V&A acquires Wedgwood tea & coffee set from Karl Lagerfeld
A rare tea and coffee set designed by Paul Follot for Wedgwood and the accompanying set of design drawings has been acquired for the V&A Wedgwood...
Australian Politics
What to do about Musk’s predicted “hardship” & market crash?
Trumponomics: the effects of severely cutting Government spending Billionaire Elon Musk predicts economic "hardship" and a market downturn, and warns Americans and the world of looming austerity...
Australian Politics
The Truth About Richard Denniss and The Australia Institute
Richard Denniss and The Australia Institute: Economics in Plain English Economics is often seen as an abstract discipline, filled with jargon and complex theories that seem far...
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Sarah Moon, French fashion photographer
Sarah Moon, born Marielle Warin in 1941, is a renowned French photographer and filmmaker whose work has left an indelible mark on the world...
Chapter 1: Evolution of Photography
As we look at the concept of Everyone is a Photographer Now and see a thread on the effects that the rise of the...
Greens plan to Save Koalas, End Clearing of Koala Habitat
The Greens plan to Save Our Koalas in NSW was outlined by Greens MP and lead Upper House candidate Cate Faehrmann and Greens candidate...
Ceramics & Pottery from around the World
Pottery & Ceramics explained with descriptions including some well known factories.
Forestry Corporation NSW has a compliance problem
Forestry Corporation of NSW Under Scrutiny: EPA's Compliance Update Highlights Issues in Native Forestry The operations of the state-owned Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) have...
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Art Galleries & Museums
The most valuable American daguerreotype
A recently discovered daguerreotype of Dolley Madison, believed to be the earliest extant photographic portrait of a First Lady, was acquired by the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery. This landmark daguerreotype, capturing Madison at 78 years...
Earth Care
Photographer’s court battle over monkey selfie
British wildlife photographer David Slater is perhaps best known not for the images he captured through his lens, but for a photograph taken by a crested black macaque named Naruto, known world-wide as the "monkey...
Living & Culture
Scuba Diving on the Woodburn wreck, Suva, Fiji
Fiji, often referred to as the "Soft Coral Capital of the World," is a dream destination for divers seeking vibrant marine life and stunning underwater landscapes. Among its many underwater treasures, the Woodburn wreck near...
Foodies & Vine
The Art of Sauces for Steak: 4 Classic Steak Sauce Recipes
In this essay, we will explore some of the classic sauces that have become synonymous with steak, including Steak Diane and Chimichurri Sauce, Pepper Steak and Béarnaise Sauce, and delve into the nuances that make...
Antiques
The Circular Economy: A Sustainable Path Forward
In the quest for sustainable development, the concept of the circular economy has emerged as a transformative model. Unlike the traditional linear economy, which follows a "take, make, dispose" approach, the circular economy seeks to...
Foodies & Vine
Top 10 French Cocktails for Bastille Day
When one thinks of French culture, images of exquisite cuisine, fine wine, and sophisticated style often come to mind. However, the world of French cocktails is equally rich and diverse, offering a blend of tradition,...
Entertainment
Monash Motorsport on track to win Formula Student competition
The Formula Student competition is a prestigious international engineering challenge that invites university students to design, build, test, and race small-scale formula-style cars. With a growing focus on electric vehicles, the competition continues to evolve,...
Country Living
Our ten best Tequila cocktails recipes
In this blog, we embark on a tantalizing journey through the world of tequila-based cocktails. From the zesty, crowd-pleasing Margarita to the visually stunning Tequila Sunrise, and from the refreshing Paloma to the sophisticated Tequila...
Antiques
The Clam Chair: An Iconic Design by Phillip Arctander
Phillip Arctander, a Danish architect and designer, is credited with creating the Clam Chair in 1944. This piece, also known by its Danish name "Muslingestolen," has become one of the most iconic examples of mid-century...
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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...
ACF Launches Legal Action Over Woodside Gas Expansion
Federal Legal Action Over Woodside Gas Expansion The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) has launched a new legal challenge against Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt, arguing...
The World reacts to Fox News & Tucker Carlson “parting ways”
It has been a brutal month in the culture wars in the United States. First, they cancelled Budweiser's Bud Light beer because they ran an...
Papua New Guinea photography tour with David Kirkland
One of the world's most widely published travel photographers, David Kirkland has partnered with boutique tour operator Crooked Compass to guide two small-group tours...
Chasing the Elusive “Lede” and the Ghost of Lead
Should journalists use "lede" or "lead"? It was sometime around 2 a.m. in the newsroom, the witching hour when even the most seasoned editors get...