Religion
The Divine Feminine: Why respect for women is deeply ingrained in the Hindu religion
My mother embodied the perfect blend of discipline, love and commitment to social causes, and she was unwavering when it came to standing up against injustice, or disciplining me and my brother.
- by Sanket Sangwikar
Latest
‘Where do I stand?’ The vexed question troubling Australian Jews
How Australian Jews are wrestling with fundamental issues of culture, faith and identity since the October 7 attacks.
- by Chip Le Grand
Updated
Middle East tensions
Police move to ban October 7 anniversary protests over Hezbollah flags
NSW Police have applied to shut down rallies in Sydney, as protesters say calls to ban vigils and demonstrations are a ban on free speech.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos and Paul Sakkal
Who by fire? Jewish New Year reminds us that everything can change in a moment
The impending Days of Awe – Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur – remind us of the unpredictability of life and death, but also of our capacity to shape our communities for the better.
- by Ralph Genende
Nobody Wants This is a rare gem: a funny romcom with serious stakes
Loosely based on creator Erin Foster’s real-life experiences, this 10-part series finds a hot rabbi and a tiny blonde shiksa falling for each other.
- by Karl Quinn
Opinion
Opinion
How the young Hawks gave a masterclass in redemption
First comes failure, then recognition of the need to change, to look to something better, then action, hope and hard work.
- by Barney Zwartz
Harris meets Oprah to ‘Unite for America’ as Trump vows another Muslim ban
The presidential candidates’ campaigns couldn’t be more different.
- by Farrah Tomazin
Exclusive
Investigations
How much money the Exclusive Brethren’s ‘ecosystem’ really makes
Recently released financial records show how cash circulates around the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and its Australian “royal family”.
- by Michael Bachelard and Lucy Macken
Investigation
Political leadership
The deepening mystery of a Peter Dutton apology
Calls by the opposition leader to halt arrivals from Gaza have fuelled doubts over whether he ever apologised for earlier comments about Muslim immigration.
- by Patrick Begley
Sydney Catholic schools ban year 12 formal dates, alcohol for parents
External dates are banned while schools say parents can no longer enjoy a glass of wine at graduation events.
- by Christopher Harris
Analysis
Opinion
After tragedy, spiritual resilience is a team effort
Natural disasters, war and hardship may lead many to question their faith. But healing can come.
- by Jim Pilmer
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