47% of South Africans rely on social grants
South Africa has one of the world’s most expansive social grant system: 47% of the…
In mega mafia raid across Europe, cops arrest 100+ suspects – POLITICO
Dozens of people were arrested Wednesday across Europe in a sprawling probe against members of…
In The Book of Falling, David McCooey offers a series of psychological snapshots
On a recent award-judging panel, I found myself once again in a conversation about what…
‘My job is not nearly as sexy’: The hits and misses of Netflix’s ‘The Diplomat’
Staff for “The Diplomat” sat down with officials from the U.S. Embassy during production to…
Russian fuel depot catches fire near key Crimea bridge – POLITICO
KYIV — A severe fire broke out Wednesday morning in Russia at a fuel depot…
NDIA chair Kurt Fearnley on ‘fundamental’ reform of the disability scheme
The federal government is trying to contain the exploding cost of the landmark National Disability…
Indonesia should reject China’s request to put state budget as collateral for Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train project
Indonesia’s high-speed train project connecting the country’s capital Jakarta and West Java’s capital, Bandung, has…
Identity asks us to reflect on Australian dance today
When The Australian Ballet was founded in 1962, its charter stated that, alongside international repertoire…
Eithad Airways unveils new Boeing 787 Dreamliner seats – Business Traffic
Etihad Airways has unveiled new seats for its Boeing 787 Dreamliners at the Arabian Travel…
Can vaping help people quit smoking? It’s unlikely
Australian Health Minister Mark Butler has announced a major policy shift on vaping. Its two…