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Editor’s Introduction Coal has had a significant history in Tasmania since the early days of European colonisation. The race to find, mine, use, and export coal was a priority for many people in Tasmania over the past 200 years, resulting in exploration and mining in pockets across the island. Over the 20th century, with changes […]

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The 2019 Birdlife Australia Photography Awards have announced their winners. The above image – Life, fragmented – by Matt Wright won the Human Impact category. All categories feature original images of Australian and visiting birds. Other category winners were: Bird Portrait – Southern Cassowary by Jun Mutsui Birds in Landscape – Eastern Spinebill by John Eley […]

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Billionaire and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, one of the world’s richest men, has formally launched a Democratic bid for president.

The disease is found in more than 100 countries. Approximately 600,000 people are infected every day, and it’s estimated that 1,200 children die each day from it.  

A total of 2977 people were killed after hijackers took control of four US commercial airplanes and crashed them into multiple targets.

A giant parade in North Korea marking the 70th anniversary of its founding ended last night with a stunning night-time torch parade and fireworks display.

Six of the 13 Turpin children who were allegedly systematically tortured by their parents have been moved into their new homes.