Adelaide Festival board quits over author removal backlash
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
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Meghan Markle's UK return planned for 2024
The Duchess of Sussex could visit Britain for the first time since Queen Elizabeth's funeral. Prince Harry hopes improved relations with King Charles will pave the way. Read the latest.
US Weighs Iran Strikes as Protests Intensify
US President Trump hints at intervention in Iran as anti-regime protests escalate across 31 provinces. Over 500 reported killed. Experts analyse the potential for military action.
Historian Fights to Save Geelong's Iconic Bollard Walk
Geelong's beloved Bollard Walk faces an uncertain future. Historian Colin Mockett urges the city to preserve and expand this unique public art, not dismantle it. Join the call to save a piece of local heritage.
Terminally ill woman wins victim's compo after assault
A terminally ill Illawarra woman fractured her hip in a domestic violence assault. After initially being denied, she won a $5000 victim's payment on appeal. Read her fight for justice.
Letter Contradicts SA Premier on Writers' Week Row
A new letter challenges the SA Premier's claim a Jewish writer was 'cancelled' from Adelaide Writers' Week in 2024. Explore the details of the ongoing controversy.
Geelong debates future of its iconic bollards
Geelong's beloved waterfront bollards are at a crossroads. The council must decide whether to repair, replace, or restore the iconic figures, sparking a community-wide debate about heritage and art.
Iranian embassy flag replaced in London amid protests
Protesters in London storm the Iranian embassy, replacing its flag as nationwide unrest in Iran enters its 13th night. Death toll rises amid internet blackout and global condemnation.
What the 6-7 meme revealed about kids' hidden culture
As the global 6-7 craze fades, media scholars explore what this viral, meaningless meme says about children's play, social power, and their enduring desire to create worlds that baffle adults.
Trump's 2026 'Donroe Doctrine' Reshapes Global Order
Analysis: President Trump's aggressive new foreign policy, marked by the Venezuela raid and Greenland ambitions, signals a return to 19th-century power politics, challenging allies and global norms. Read the implications for Australia.
Mother's death in US protest sparks political fury
The fatal shooting of mother Renee Nicole Good by federal agents in Minneapolis has ignited a fierce political battle, drawing dark parallels to historic US tragedies. Read the full analysis.
Australia Day Debate: Perth Events Spark Annual Date Change Calls
The annual debate over Australia Day's date has flared again in Perth, with events highlighting Indigenous perspectives. Discover the arguments and what's planned for January 26.
Adelaide Festival Drops Palestinian Writer
The Adelaide Festival board's decision to cancel a Palestinian writer's event ignites a fierce debate on censorship, free speech, and artistic integrity in Australia's cultural scene. Read the full story.
Adelaide Festival Leaders Slam Writers' Week Decision
Eleven former Adelaide Festival leaders have penned a scathing letter over the board's decision to drop a Palestinian author from Writers' Week. Discover the fallout and who has pulled out.
Four Historic Cumbrian Towns to Explore in Autumn
Discover the rich history and charm of four Cumbrian towns—Abbeytown, Silloth, Maryport, and Aspatria—on a rainy autumn journey along the Solway Coast. Perfect for travellers seeking authentic UK experiences.
NFL Play-Offs: Jobs on the Line in Cutthroat Finals
The wild 2024 NFL season reaches its climax with the cutthroat play-offs. Coaches' jobs are at stake as 14 teams battle for the Super Bowl. Get the full fixture and analysis.
Perth's 1867 royal disappointment and 1869 triumph
In 1867, Perth prepared feverishly for its first royal visitor, Prince Alfred, only to be snubbed. Discover the untold story of the colony's disappointment and the triumphant party 18 months later. Read more about this quirky slice of WA history.
Trump's Oval Office Interview: Grievances and Grand Plans
An exclusive look at President Donald Trump's 2026 Oval Office interview with The New York Times, revealing his focus on upgrades, grievances, and projecting stamina ahead of his 80th birthday.
Darryn Lyons warns decaying bollards threaten Geelong's identity
Former mayor Darryn Lyons sounds alarm over the deteriorating state of Geelong's famous Baywalk Bollards, calling for urgent action to save the city's cultural icons.
Newcastle rabbi: Royal commission must deliver real safety
Newcastle Rabbi Yossi Rodal says the national inquiry into anti-Semitism must produce tangible results for Jewish communities, especially in regional areas like Newcastle. Read his call for action.
Outcry over Palestinian speaker cut from Adelaide Writers' Week
Adelaide Writers' Week faces backlash for removing Palestinian advocate Randa Abdel-Fattah. Meanwhile, SA's net zero claims clash with dire climate warnings. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week funding cut proposed by councillor
An Adelaide City Councillor moves to pull funding from Writers' Week, proposing a rival 'guerilla festival' for 2026. Explore the potential impact on the city's cultural landscape.
Adelaide Writers' Week on Brink as Authors Withdraw
Adelaide Writers' Week is under threat of collapse as nearly 100 writers withdraw over a sponsorship controversy. Discover the crisis facing Australia's premier literary festival.
Iran's Revolution Needs Trump to Succeed: Experts
Foreign policy experts argue Donald Trump's potential return is critical for Iran's protest movement. Could a second Trump presidency change everything? Read the analysis.
Australian man extradited for child sex abuse
John Michael Kaleel, 69, has been extradited from Australia to Los Angeles to be sentenced for child sexual abuse. He fled after his conviction. Read the full story.
Canberra's Lake Burley Griffin: A Summer Ode to Progress
A reflective ode to Canberra's summer charm and the evolution of Lake Burley Griffin, from its dusty beginnings to today's vibrant lakeside precincts. Discover why the capital is a work in progress worth celebrating.
Menangle Water Tower to be gazetted as heritage item
The iconic 'tree house' on the Hume Highway near Menangle is a historic water tower. After years of public curiosity, Wollondilly Shire Council confirms it will be protected from demolition under a new heritage proposal. Discover the story behind this loc
Authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week over racism claims
Adelaide Festival faces a major boycott after removing Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah from its writers' week program, sparking accusations of racism and censorship. Read the full story.
William and Kate's surprise visit to NHS hospital staff
The Prince and Princess of Wales made their first public appearance of 2026, surprising frontline health workers at a London hospital to discuss winter pressures. Read about their support for the NHS.
109-year-old WWI message in bottle found on WA beach
A 109-year-old message in a bottle from WWI soldiers found on an Esperance beach has reunited families. They now seek a national museum to preserve this poignant piece of Australian history.
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