Neanderthals Were Drilling Teeth 59,000 Years Ago
A lower second molar pulled from a Siberian cave tells an uncomfortable story. The tooth shows three stages of deliberate drilling — stone tools worked down through enamel, through dentine, all the way to the pulp — on what researchers believe was a deep bacterial cavity. The individual who owned that tooth went on to use it for chewing, probably for years afterward. Which means the procedure, as brutal as it sounds, did something useful. The find, reported by Kseniya Kolobova at the Russian Academy of Sciences, pushes the earliest confirmed evidence of dental intervention back by roughly 45,000 years. [...]
The Kid From Adelaide Who Wasn’t Supposed to Last — Joe Ingles Is Coming Home
He went undrafted. Spent years playing in Spain and Israel while his peers built NBA careers. Finally cracked a roster at 27 — an age when most players are already past their peak — and then stuck around for nine seasons. Joe Ingles is retiring from the NBA and signing with Melbourne United, and the story of how he got here is one Australian sport won't stop telling for a while. Nobody Gave Him a Seat at the Table The 2009 NBA Draft came and went without Ingles' name being called. Not in the first round. Not in the second. [...]
When Business Partnerships Start Breaking Down
Starting a business partnership is often built on shared goals, trust, and long-term plans for growth. However, as businesses evolve, disagreements between owners can sometimes become difficult to manage. When conflicts reach a point where business partners can no longer work together effectively, the situation is often referred to as a business divorce. Business divorces can be emotionally and financially challenging, particularly when multiple owners are involved or significant business assets are at stake. In many situations, speaking with an experienced shareholder dispute lawyer early in the process may help business owners better understand their legal position and reduce the [...]
How to Start Growing Your Own Vegetables at Home
Growing your own food at home has become increasingly popular, especially for those looking to create a more sustainable and rewarding outdoor space. Even with limited room, it’s possible to build a productive setup using solutions like vegetable planter boxes, which make gardening more accessible and easier to manage in a variety of environments. Whether you have a backyard, balcony, or small courtyard, starting a home vegetable garden can be both practical and enjoyable. Why Home Gardening Is Becoming More Popular More people are turning to home gardening as a way to have greater control over what they consume while [...]
Royal Whirlwind: Prince Harry and Meghan Charm Melbourne
Crowds had been gathering since early morning outside the MCG precinct, which says something about the pull these two still have, whatever anyone thinks of the circumstances that brought them here. Harry got on the field. That part actually happened — not a ceremonial wave from the boundary but a real attempt at handballing, which is harder than it looks and makes most people look slightly ridiculous the first time. He looked like someone who'd been briefed but not over-rehearsed, which is probably the right balance for that kind of thing. Meghan watched from the side. The crowd was loud. [...]
Rising PVC Prices Affecting Drainage Plumbers
Global events have a way of showing up in unexpected places — including the pipes beneath your feet. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the disruption to oil and gas supply through the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered a sharp rise in the cost of PVC and polyethylene pipes across Australia. For Melbourne homeowners, this is worth understanding, because drainage plumbing relies heavily on these materials. Why PVC Prices Are Rising PVC is a petroleum-based product. When fuel prices surge — as they have since the escalation of conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran — the raw [...]
Forty Years of Funny: Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2026
There's a certain kind of electricity that descends on Melbourne every autumn, when the city transforms into the southern hemisphere's undisputed capital of laughter. From 25 March to 19 April, comedy fills every corner of the city as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival — and in 2026, they're celebrating 40 years of funny. Arts Centre Melbourne For those who haven't yet made it to a show, there are only a few days left, and the energy in those darkened rooms is worth every minute. Get ready for a star-studded month of longtime festival favourites, rising stars, international icons, [...]
How Smart Event Layouts Improve Guest Experiences
A successful event isn’t just about how it looks, it’s about how it feels to move through space. When guests can easily grab a drink, find a place to stand, and move around without congestion, the entire experience feels more relaxed and enjoyable. One of the simplest ways to achieve this is by incorporating portable bars into your event layout. Unlike fixed bar setups, portable options give you the flexibility to place service areas exactly where they’re needed. This allows you to design your event around guest behaviour, rather than forcing guests to adapt to the space. Whether it’s a [...]
Legends of Basketball Game for Bowel Cancer: A Night Bigger Than the Game
Some nights transcend sport. Saturday, February 28 was one of them. A host of former Australian hoops stars and celebrities returned to the hardwood for a good cause during the first-ever Legends of Basketball for Bowel Cancer game. Held at the State Basketball Centre in Wantirna South, the inaugural event brought together Hall of Famers, Olympians, NBL champions and the broader Australian basketball community — united not by competition, but by cause. The night was dedicated to raising awareness, funding vital research and saving lives, whilst fans — young and old — got up close with their idols. Basketball Victoria [...]