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Ian Berry obituary

Photojournalist whose arresting images captured human disaster from Vietnam to Aberfan, and most notably in apartheid South Africa

The Guardian - UK · Oct 11

Ian Berry’s Sharpeville images exposed apartheid violence to the world

The influential veteran photojournalist Ian Berry passed away on 13 September 2026. He covered conflicts across the world, but is best known for the photographs he made that documented the Sharpeville massacre in South Africa.

The Conversation · Sep 25

Montana seals 20 hazards at five abandoned uranium sites that once supplied US defence program

Several abandoned uranium mine sites in Montana’s Pryor Mountains have been closed after assessments found physical hazards, radiation and chemical contamination risks. The project addressed 20 mine features across five historic sites, while also protecting bat habitat, rare plants and cultural resources. Officials said continued monitoring will be needed because…

The Times of India · Sep 11

Edinburgh council agrees plan for 7,000-home West Town development

Work on the proposed £2bn, 20-minute neighbourhood near the airport could begin as early as next year

Insider UK · May 18, 2023

Taylor Hawkins: farewell to a modern rock drumming icon

One year on from Taylor's untimely passing, we look back on just a few reasons he was universally respected as a drummer

MusicRadar · Mar 25, 2023

What does it mean to be under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella?

What do the LGBTQIA+ letters stand for – and what does it mean to identify with one (or more) of them? The Drum asked three people about their identity and why it is important to them.

ABC News · Mar 3, 2023

Ken Wyatt calls on Peter Dutton to give Liberals a conscience vote on the Voice to Parliament

Former minister for Indigenous Australians and 'Yes' campaigner Ken Wyatt and senior 'No' campaign leader Warren Mundine discuss key issues on the Voice referendum.

ABC News · Mar 1, 2023

Vladyslava has a new home and life in Australia after fleeing Ukraine — but her parents stayed

Ukrainians living in Australia after fleeing the war still fear for the safety of their family and friends at home.

ABC News · Feb 24, 2023

Are op shops becoming too mainstream — and unaffordable?

What's behind the op shop glow up — and what does this mean for shoppers who are struggling with the cost of living?

ABC News · Feb 13, 2023

ABC Canberra newsreader steps down to cover the road to Indigenous Voice

He's been on local screens for almost six years

The Canberra Times · Dec 15, 2022