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Essex lorry deaths: two ringleaders jailed for total of 47 years
Other members of people-smuggling gang also jailed over manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese peopleThe two ringleaders of the people-smuggling gang responsible for the deaths of 39 Vietnamese people who suffocated in a sealed refrigeration container as they were transported across the Channel from France have received prison sentences totalling 47 years.Ronan
‘It’s absolutely delicious!’ Guardian readers' favourite soups
From caramelised fennel and onion to Norwegian cheese, these easy-to-follow recipes will warm the chilliest winterMy favourite warming soup is pear and parsnip – it sounds a bizarre combination, but it’s sweet, comforting and perfect for using up squidgey pears or bendy parsnips. Saute a leek and some garlic, add
Kevin De Bruyne out for up to six weeks in blow to Manchester City
De Bruyne injured hamstring against Aston VillaCity could be without midfielder for 10 gamesManchester City have been dealt a considerable blow after Kevin De Bruyne was ruled out for up to six weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in Wednesday’s win over Aston Villa.The midfielder was forced off after 59
Organisers of London wedding attended by hundreds face Covid fine
About 400 guests celebrated wedding at ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Stamford HillThe organiser of a lockdown-breaching wedding at an ultra-Orthodox Jewish girls’ school in north London attended by hundreds of people has been condemned by community leaders.Police discovered about 400 guests celebrating the wedding on Thursday evening. The windows of
How Amanda Gorman became the voice of a new American era
Her recital at Joe Biden’s inauguration electrified viewers and sent the hitherto little known poet’s work to the top of the chartsOn Wednesday in Washington DC, a striking young woman stood at a podium on the steps of the US Capitol, surrounded by the country’s leaders, who were masked against
Essex lorry deaths: two ringleaders jailed for total of 47 years
Other members of people-smuggling gang also jailed over manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese peopleThe two ringleaders of the people-smuggling gang responsible for the deaths of 39 Vietnamese people who suffocated in a sealed refrigeration container as they were transported across the Channel from France have received prison sentences totalling 47 years.Ronan
‘It’s absolutely delicious!’ Guardian readers' favourite soups
From caramelised fennel and onion to Norwegian cheese, these easy-to-follow recipes will warm the chilliest winterMy favourite warming soup is pear and parsnip – it sounds a bizarre combination, but it’s sweet, comforting and perfect for using up squidgey pears or bendy parsnips. Saute a leek and some garlic, add
Kevin De Bruyne out for up to six weeks in blow to Manchester City
De Bruyne injured hamstring against Aston VillaCity could be without midfielder for 10 gamesManchester City have been dealt a considerable blow after Kevin De Bruyne was ruled out for up to six weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in Wednesday’s win over Aston Villa.The midfielder was forced off after 59
Organisers of London wedding attended by hundreds face Covid fine
About 400 guests celebrated wedding at ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Stamford HillThe organiser of a lockdown-breaching wedding at an ultra-Orthodox Jewish girls’ school in north London attended by hundreds of people has been condemned by community leaders.Police discovered about 400 guests celebrating the wedding on Thursday evening. The windows of
How Amanda Gorman became the voice of a new American era
Her recital at Joe Biden’s inauguration electrified viewers and sent the hitherto little known poet’s work to the top of the chartsOn Wednesday in Washington DC, a striking young woman stood at a podium on the steps of the US Capitol, surrounded by the country’s leaders, who were masked against
'Keen to start a dialogue': Dan Tehan writes to new Chinese minister attempting to end trade dispute
Trade Minister Dan Tehan writes to China’s new Commerce Minister to “get a dialogue in the relationship happening again” in attempts to end China’s trade punishment against Australia.
Like the Joker, my lockdown face has got me laughing at myself in the mirror | Coco Khan
The last time I felt like this was when I got glasses in my teens: hello, unibrow and moustacheThis week, my “Batman’s Joker in the mirror” moment arrived – that is, the point where I start laughing maniacally at my own demented appearance, like Gotham’s favourite bad guy.It’s been a
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The Twerp Factory (IPA) wants to shut down the ABC
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Democrats as Aristocrats: Fetishising ‘Decency’
The time has come to call out American Liberals (corporate political insiders, suburban wine mums and Karens) for the 21st Century aristocrats that they are. These preening dandies, who are usually doing alright financially, obsess over ‘decency, honesty, integrity’, the aristocratic response to liberté, égalité, fraternité. This is their focus.
Guide to an Insurrection
By John Haly Just when we thought 2020 was finished, 2021 got off to a foreboding start as Americans attacked their own capitol building in scenes reminiscent of some third world coup. Fortunately, it was completely unsuccessful. Trump has ignominiously left office with a whimper rather than any fanfare. Still,
So what can we say about the Podium Poet?
So let’s talk about the poetry thing and the poet who read poetry at the inauguration. America’s National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman who recited the poem ‘why my cat is better than my ex-boyfriend Steve’, on the national podium. She is the Podium Poet.
Phil Spector: A passionate life
Genius music producer Phil Spector, whose life was like a Shakespearean play, has died from COVID-19 complications at the age of 81. read now…
Self-entitled prima donnas or do they have a point? Why Australian Open tennis players find hard lockdown so tough
The challenge of bringing the world’s best tennis players and support staff, about 1,200 people in all, from COVID-ravaged parts of the world to our almost pandemic-free shores was always going to be a big ask. Soon after this star-studded Australian Open entourage arrived in Melbourne, ten cases of
Level-crossing removals: a case study in why major projects must also be investments in health
The Victorian government has committed to removing 75 road/rail level crossings across Melbourne by 2025. That’s the fastest rate of removal in the city’s history. The scale of the investment — at least A$14.8 billion — and the project’s ripple effects mean it could do more to transform the city’s
Have Social Media Companies Become Too Powerful?
It is perhaps no surprise that social media companies are being forced to rethink their content moderation policies after the permanent suspension of Donald Trump over allegations he incited his followers to riot at the United States Capitol Building earlier this...
Australia versus Google
The out-going Trump administration finally woke up to a nasty little rort that the Australian government was planning on running against United States tech giants operating in Australia. On Monday, The Australian reported that US trade officials had written to the Senate and ‘respectfully requested’ that Australia abandon plans to introduce
NSW Info Commissioner suggests public interests laws be extended following probe into shredded notes
The Office of the New South Wales Premier did not breach the Government Information (Public Access) Act when a staffer destroyed records related to the $252 million Stronger Communities Fund, the state Information Commissioner has found. The post NSW Info Commissioner suggests public interests laws be extended following probe into
The viral ‘Wellerman’ sea shanty is also a window into the remarkable cross-cultural whaling history of Aotearoa New Zealand
GettyImagesIn a year of surprises, one of the more pleasant was the recent runaway viral popularity of 19th century sea shanties on TikTok. A collaborative global response to pandemic isolation, it saw singers and musicians layering harmonies atop an original recording of Soon May the Wellerman Come by
‘In some instances … feticide is undertaken’
I wrote in November about the Liberal Bill before the parliament here in Adelaide which seeks to make lawful the killing of a foetus right up to the time, and immediately after, his or her birth. The upper house has already passed it. The lower house will vote on
Morrison is driving progressives nuts. But, really, they only have themselves to blame
This isn’t the US, and ScoMo ain’t Trump lite. Attempts by progressives to paint him as such simply underscore political failings on the left. The post Morrison is driving progressives
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Essex lorry deaths: two ringleaders jailed for total of 47 years
Other members of people-smuggling gang also jailed over manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese peopleThe two ringleaders of the people-smuggling gang responsible for the deaths of 39 Vietnamese people who suffocated in a sealed refrigeration container as they were transported across the Channel from France have received prison sentences totalling 47 years.Ronan
‘It’s absolutely delicious!’ Guardian readers' favourite soups
From caramelised fennel and onion to Norwegian cheese, these easy-to-follow recipes will warm the chilliest winterMy favourite warming soup is pear and parsnip – it sounds a bizarre combination, but it’s sweet, comforting and perfect for using up squidgey pears or bendy parsnips. Saute a leek and some garlic, add
Kevin De Bruyne out for up to six weeks in blow to Manchester City
De Bruyne injured hamstring against Aston VillaCity could be without midfielder for 10 gamesManchester City have been dealt a considerable blow after Kevin De Bruyne was ruled out for up to six weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in Wednesday’s win over Aston Villa.The midfielder was forced off after 59
Organisers of London wedding attended by hundreds face Covid fine
About 400 guests celebrated wedding at ultra-Orthodox Jewish school in Stamford HillThe organiser of a lockdown-breaching wedding at an ultra-Orthodox Jewish girls’ school in north London attended by hundreds of people has been condemned by community leaders.Police discovered about 400 guests celebrating the wedding on Thursday evening. The windows of
How Amanda Gorman became the voice of a new American era
Her recital at Joe Biden’s inauguration electrified viewers and sent the hitherto little known poet’s work to the top of the chartsOn Wednesday in Washington DC, a striking young woman stood at a podium on the steps of the US Capitol, surrounded by the country’s leaders, who were masked against
'Keen to start a dialogue': Dan Tehan writes to new Chinese minister attempting to end trade dispute
Trade Minister Dan Tehan writes to China’s new Commerce Minister to “get a dialogue in the relationship happening again” in attempts to end China’s trade punishment against Australia.
World News
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall – Reuters India
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall Reuters India
GM warns Maharashtra's move to block its exit could hit investment – Reuters
GM warns Maharashtra’s move to block its exit could hit investment Reuters
Nepali protesters joined by three former prime ministers – Reuters
Nepali protesters joined by three former prime ministers Reuters
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall – Reuters India
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall Reuters India
GM warns Maharashtra's move to block its exit could hit investment – Reuters
GM warns Maharashtra’s move to block its exit could hit investment Reuters
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall – Reuters India
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall Reuters India
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall – Reuters India
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall Reuters India
World News
China authorises coast guard to fire on foreign vessels in disputed waters
Chinese territorial claims in the East and South China Seas remain a source of tensions with its neighbours and now the Chinese coast guard has been given the legal power to fire on foreign vessels in those waters.
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low – Reuters
U.S. existing home sales increase; inventory tumbles to record low Reuters
Alexei Navalny's spokeswoman jailed for nine days ahead of planned protests
A Russian court jails the spokeswoman of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny for nine days in a bid to ensure nationwide protests against his incarceration do not go ahead.
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall – Reuters India
Reliance profit jumps 12.6% as expenses fall Reuters India
GM warns Maharashtra's move to block its exit could hit investment – Reuters
GM warns Maharashtra’s move to block its exit could hit investment Reuters
Nepali protesters joined by three former prime ministers – Reuters
Nepali protesters joined by three former prime ministers Reuters
Business & The Economy
Rod Sims rejects tech giants’ code ‘suggestions’
Competition watchdog boss Rod Sims has knocked back Facebook and Google’s suggested “fixes” for the media bargaining code and accused the tech giants of “brinkmanship” in threatening to withdraw services from Australia in retaliation. Appearing at a public hearing held by the Senate committee investigating the legislation introducing a
Google will pull out of Aus if code is passed
Google has joined Facebook in threatening to withdraw its services from Australia if legislation introducing a media bargaining code is passed by Parliament. In a sometimes fiery Senate inquiry public hearing, the local bosses of Google and Facebook faced senators to push back heavily against the proposed code, which
Internet’s founder, US officials slap down News and Nine’s crusade on Google
Is Government intervention viable, or just a favour for Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp and Peter Costello’s Nine Entertainment? Opposition is growing both locally and globally to media laws introduced by the Coalition Government requiring tech giants Google and Facebook to pay for displaying news content. Kim Wingerei delves into the
On another year of epic highs and – hopefully – fewer devastating lows
News from the front desk, issue 511: It’s hard not to feel a warm glow after waking up to newly sworn-in US president Joe Biden honouring his promise to re-join the Paris Agreement. It’s a promising start to the year, seeing the biggest economy in the world taking the...
Educators are getting serious about sustainability, and so are students
We need an army of skilled workers to run the green economy so it’s no surprise demand for sustainability education is on the rise. There’s been an uptick in interest in courses that teach trades people, particularly builders, about sustainability,...
South Australian ambition gets a space boost
The South Australian government has doubled down on its push into the space sector, partnering with industry to send a locally designed and manufactured satellite into orbit. Announced by Premier Steven Marshall, the so-called SASAT1 Space Services Mission marks the first time that a state government has embarked on
Environment
Woodside signs MoU to blend Tassie mains gas with green hydrogen
Tasmanian government signs MoU with Woodside to support 10MW electrolyser project, to deliver blended hydrogen in main gas network. The post Woodside signs MoU to blend Tassie mains gas with green hydrogen appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Massive Golden Plains wind farm out of court and back on track, with amendments
Plans to build one of Australia’s largest wind farms are back on track, after a last-ditch High Court challenge to the 800-1000MW Victorian project was put to bed. The post Massive Golden Plains wind farm out of court and back on track, with amendments appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Net-zero America can be achieved by 2050, if not sooner, says study
Princeton study says the US can reach net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner and, if properly managed, it won’t break the bank. The post Net-zero America can be achieved by 2050, if not sooner, says study appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Australian team makes green ammonia production breakthrough
UNSW and USYD researchers say new methods for producing ammonia, key to hydrogen transport, eliminate need for high temperatures, high pressures, and fossil fuels. The post Australian team makes green ammonia production breakthrough appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Call to develop 1.5GW green hydrogen hub gets “super major” response
Western Australian gets 65 expressions of interest to produce and export renewable hydrogen at hub north of Geraldton – at least 10 from global corporate “super majors.” The post Call to develop 1.5GW green hydrogen hub gets “super major” response appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Biden weighs “social cost” of carbon in reversing Trump-era climate damage
Biden administration instructed to “capture the full costs of greenhouse gas emissions” in accordance with the science and taking global damages into account. The post Biden weighs “social cost” of carbon in reversing Trump-era climate damage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
