Thought-provoking

Ageing, especially women’s ageing, is often viewed negatively. In her memoir Blooming, Carol Lefevre critiques different forms of ageism.

The film world is mourning the loss of one of its most gentle and profound voices, as Robert Benton, the Oscar-winning writer and director whose deeply human stories helped shape modern American [...]

In his latest – and possibly final – documentary, the iconic broadcaster and conservationist delivers a powerful and deeply personal call to action.

For centuries, the role has gone to a member of the College of Cardinals – and almost always to an Italian. Might we soon have our first pope from Asia or Africa?

A decision by a Sydney school to allow students to opt out of its Anzac Day service has ignited a heated debate about the role of national commemorations in education.

Caring for a loved one with dementia, particularly if they’re a parent, takes a unique emotional toll on a young person. They need better support.

Find out about the warm and wonderful tradition of what Boxing Day is all about (no, it’s not the sales!) – and how it got its name.

Solving brain teasers keeps you entertained and your memory strong. See how many of these puzzles you can solve!

Finding fulfilment at the end of life is not that unusual, as it’s possible to feel happiness alongside sadness, and other seemingly conflicting emotions.

We've learned so much over the centuries, but science still can't definitively answer these surprisingly fundamental questions.