Independent Australian news and analysis across politics, business, technology, world affairs and culture
Liam O'Brien 
Cory Bernardi stirs strong reactions in Australian politics. A former Liberal senator who became an independent and later joined One Nation, he has been a consistent voice for conservative values—and a lightning rod for controversy, a pattern that continued in March 2026 when he stood by a remark linking same-sex marriage to bestiality that he … Read more
Every so often, a tennis player’s backstory pulls you in as much as their forehand. Frances Tiafoe, the American who grew up napping in a maintenance closet at a tennis center, has turned that improbable start into a career that includes a Top-10 ranking and a US Open semifinal run. This article walks through his … Read more
Jason Derulo has built a massive following through candid posts about relationships and fatherhood, yet one puzzle remains: he openly wants marriage but has never made it down the aisle. This article traces his documented relationship history, the public confusion around his marital status, and what his family life actually looks like in 2025. Career … Read more
Anyone who holds ANZ shares or watches the ASX banks has likely noticed the price hovering around A$34, a number that hides a big share buyback, a dividend yield north of 5%, and a split among analysts about where the stock goes next. This guide sorts the confirmed facts from the open questions so you … Read more
If you’re in Warrnambool and need a new TV, laptop, or fridge, the JB Hi-Fi Home store on Raglan Parade is likely your first stop. Since opening in August 2023, it has become the go-to spot for electronics and home appliances in the area. Address: T2, 65-69 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool VIC 3280 · Phone: 0355632900 … Read more
Few sporting rivalries capture the imagination quite like The Ashes. Whether you’ve been following every ball or just catching the headlines, the 2025‑26 series between Australia and England has delivered drama, collapses, and records. Series Result: Australia 4‑1 England · Latest Test Outcome: England win by 4 wickets · Number of Tests: 5 · Current … Read more
If you’ve stumbled across KATSEYE online, you’ve likely seen a swirl of names, rumors, and conflicting member counts. This global girl group, born from a Netflix-documented survival show, has six confirmed members — but the online chatter can make that fact surprisingly hard to pin down. Members: 6 (Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia, Yoonchae) · … Read more
For some people with bipolar disorder, a sleepless night feels like a mental breakthrough—40–60% report temporary mood improvement from sleep deprivation. But that brief relief carries real danger: sleep deprivation carries a 4.85% risk of triggering full-blown mania, making it an unsafe long-term strategy despite its immediate appeal. Extreme mood swings: from mania highs to … Read more
Ireland operates on a single time zone across its entire territory, with local time in Dublin, Galway, and Cork synchronized to the Europe/Dublin timezone. The country follows Daylight Saving Time, shifting between Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0) during winter and Irish Standard Time (UTC+1) during summer months. As of April 17, 2026, Ireland is currently observing … Read more
Free IQ tests with instant results have become widely available online, offering anyone the opportunity to measure cognitive abilities without payment or account creation. These tests claim to deliver immediate scores, but understanding their limitations and identifying reliable platforms requires careful examination of what each service actually offers. Hundreds of websites now promote free IQ … Read more