Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Anachronisms breathe new life into historical fiction: new book
From twerking in Dickinson to orchestral arrangements of modern pop songs in Bridgerton, anachronisms are becoming the stylistic choice for a group of new creators of historical fiction shows. In a new book, Dr Stephanie Russo, Associate Professor of Literature at Macquarie University, looks at how anachronisms are challenging us to think about how we might see ourselves in the past.
Days are numbered for indefinite detention but hidden hotel custody must end too
Opinion: The recent High Court of Australia ruling that indefinite detention is unlawful is good news for people being held in detention centres, and also bodes well for the end of a hidden aspect of the scheme where asylum seekers are held in hotels and motels.
The Dictionary of Lost Words: STC play review
Macquarie Dictionary co-creator Emeritus Professor Pam Peters reviews the new Sydney Theatre Company stage adaptation of Pip Williams' best-selling book, on at the Sydney Opera House now.
Please explain: Why do 2.5 million tourists pour into Pompeii every year?
VIDEO: The vast archaeological site of Pompeii in southern Italy’s Campania region offers a unique snapshot of ancient Roman life, frozen at the moment it was buried under metres of volcanic ash and pumice. Professor of Ancient History Ray Laurence explains.
Why pottery is history's best friend: new exhibition
A new exhibition at the Macquarie University History Museum puts pots in the spotlight.
New Dracula movie sinks its teeth into vampire legend: review
Gothic literature scholar Dr Kirstin Mills reviews the latest adaptation of Bram Stoker's horror story, Dracula: Voyage of the Demeter.
Protecting parks, pools and playgrounds: new post-lockdown think tank launched
How do we ensure public spaces are inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable? An exciting new collaboration between Macquarie University and the NSW government is addressing how our public spaces are planned, created, cared for and shared.
How COVID changed journalism
Ahead of this week’s launch of Pandemedia, a book of essays by leading Australian newsmakers, Macquarie University Professor of Journalism Peter Greste explores the changing dynamic between the media and the public.
A portrait of crime in 1950s Sydney suburbia: new book
A forensic dive into police photo archives by crime aficionado Peter Doyle, Macquarie University Honorary Associate Professor of Media, exposes the double life of Sydney suburbia in the 1950s and 1960s.
Protection or intrusion? The wrinkles in facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology was hailed as the last word in digital security. But is it all it’s cracked up to be? Macquarie University law lecturer Dr Rita Matulionyte reviews its risks and rewards.
Please explain: Why do sovereign citizens flout the law
How alarmed should we be about the movement challenging Australia’s laws? Macquarie Law School lecturer Dr Catherine Greentree gets the measure of a new kind of disruptor.
The surprising benefits of TikTok for teenagers
New research shows young people are using the social media platform to nurture relationships, find support and become more socially conscious.