Middle East terror wars: Who’s left after the fall of Assad
The overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria has changed the Middle East forever. These are the key terrorist groups in the region fighting for power, and the nations set to be affected.
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Discovering SoHo: Tassie suburb celebrated in new book
Tasmanian writer and photographer Paul County has published 17 books – with his newest release unearthing fascinating stories about the people who inhabit one of Hobart’s oldest suburbs
What’s new for summer: your go-to events guide
There’s a lot to love about summer in our beautiful island state so make the most of long days ahead with our bumper guide of new and exciting activities guaranteed to get you pumped for summer
Meet the surfer making waves with new Tassie book
He’s braved some of the world’s biggest and wildest waves. And now Marti Paradisis has published a new book, taking readers on a thrilling ride through three generations of surfing in Tasmania
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FBI warning as Israel reveals how it will mark October 7
A chilling message has been issued as Israel prepares to mark the grim anniversary of the attack that changed the world. See the photos, video.
Like father, like son: The inside story on Little Chop Chop
The criminal notoriety of his dad, ‘Chopper’, has made life difficult for Charlie Read. Those close to him hope the young man can turn his life around
Mr Universe: Tassie trailblazer making an impact on global stage
Tassie’s Jony Berry was nine when Jennifer Hawkins was crowned Miss Universe 2004. As Mr Universe 2024, he hopes for an equally successful career, while also supporting others through trauma
Warning: This hobby could become an obsession
A thriving Tassie festival will celebrate our beekeepers and world-renowned honey industry while highlighting dangers of introduced pests to the small but mighty heroes of our gardens and farms.
How to beat the middle age slump
Cliches aside, the midlife crisis is real. The 40s, 50s and 60s are a time of huge upheaval for men and women, and Tassie’s Daniel Sih is helping ease the middle age struggle with a new podcast.
Tassie farms turning hi-tech
From soil moisture probes and remote dam level monitoring to self-driving tractors, drones and AI technology – Tassie farms are getting hi-tech and Fiona Kerslake is helping to make that happen
Embracing variety of opportunities in adopted Tassie homeland
Mohammad Aldergham was a disillusioned 30-year-old with little hope for the future when Tasmania unexpectedly swooped in and saved the day. Now he’s giving back to the state that saved him.
‘Bullied, humiliated, suicidal’: How war broke Corporal Chris Moore
For 20 years, Chris Moore captured the raw truth of frontline operations for the Australian Defence Force. But in his hour of need, he was abandoned. See the video.
Tassie fashion designer takes on the world
Her creations are stocked by heavyweights David Jones and The Iconic. Now designer Emma Petterwood will showcase her brand at the Tasmanian Fashion Festival before launching overseas.
Tassie’s rising AFLW star gears up for new season
She didn’t start playing footy until she was 15, but Tassie’s Mia King, 23, is making up for lost time as a rising star of the AFLW – with her sights firmly set on winning the 2024 premiership.
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