Widia Jalal

Kerryn Draper was among hundreds of Australians stranded in Bali after a recent volcanic eruption. She returned with a cautionary tale about the financial and mental pressure of not being able to get home. 

The drug Ryeqo is approved by the TGA to treat endometriosis. Here’s what we know about what it does and how much it costs.

For some Chinese communities observing Lunar New Year, adhering to specific rituals — from early preparations, to visiting etiquette and food choices — help set the tone for the rest of the year. We asked you to share some of the practices so we can unpack their symbolism and significance.

Lunar New Year represents a fresh start for many Asian countries and their diaspora communities where some recognise 2024 as the Year of the Dragon. Here's what celebrations are about and where you can join in the fun across Australia.

From colourful smidges to striking streaks and captivating swirls, the latest gallery of interstellar snapshots has it all.

Statistics show a majority of Australians are prioritising travel despite the biting cost of living, even if that means tightening the belt in other areas. We ask experts what it would take for prices to fall and if there are ways to be a savvy traveller.

Following any shark incident, understanding the minimal risk it poses, along with shark behaviour, can help alleviate your worries. Here's how to ease back into a swim with peace of mind.

A difficult environment can be “systemic”, says an expert, but with a new law in place to support employee wellbeing, everyone can play a part in change. It first starts with knowing the signs.

Hours after replying to a message he thought was from Australia Post, fraudsters were spending his money at a local store. He says his experience with the bank and police left him feeling defeated.

Determined to maintain traditions, here’s how these Australians redefined what the holidays are all about to make it meaningful on a budget.

New outfits are a must on Diwali as it believed to attract blessings over the new year. An emblem of tradition and culture, we unpack some common ones and exhibit your best looks over this festive season.

Derived from the Sanskrit word Deepavali which means "row of lights". Lights are the essence of the celebration that lauds the victory of good over evil. Here's where celebrations are happening across Australia

Singapore will soon join Dubai to provide travellers with a more efficient immigration clearance as early as 2024 following an update to its Immigration Bill.

We asked ABC readers what they wanted to know about the Voice referendum and received thousands of responses. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. 

An image of a paper nautilus — a type of octopus — floating on a piece of ocean debris comes out on top of 8,000 entries.

One in seven women aged between 44 and 49 live with the chronic disease as more are getting diagnosed early, a new report finds.

Some experts say a salary sacrifice or a salary package agreement can help maximise income and reduce tax debt — depending on the industry you’re in and what your employer offers.

With no existing blueprint, Singapore wants to regulate the social phenomenon to better support public discourse. Experts cast their doubts and say existing laws in Australia could help.

This is not the first time prosthetic noses have popped up on screen and caused controversies towards the Jewish community.

The setting of the sun marks the end of the fasting season and signals the beginning of the feasting season.