The November 16 Edition
I write this editor’s letter just after a US election campaign during which immigrants were demonised. Some might read today’s cover story, about Croatian-Australian Darko Desic, and think that’s as it should be: Desic did, after all, grow an illegal substance, get caught and thrown into jail, break out and live on the run for 29 years. Others, though, might find it a fascinating and very moving story about a fellow human whose life took twists and turns, some for the better, some for the worse, some self-inflicted, others not. They might come to the end of it and actually like Desic, and wish him all the best for the quiet life he hopes to now enjoy. I know I did. – Editor, Katrina Strickland
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On the run in suburbia for nearly 30 years: Former fugitive ‘Dougie’ finally opens up
From farming pot to breaking out of jail to a life lived incognito for decades: the remarkable tale of an honours graduate turned handyman in hiding, Darko Desic.
- by Tim Elliott
Perspective
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Who approves a Steaming Poo? The serious business of giving an emoji the thumbs-up
Who creates the symbols so many of us now use to communicate? How do they get on our phones? And why can’t we all agree on what each one actually means?
- by David Swan
Like her own mum, Alice couldn’t birth her baby – but she can breastfeed her
Inducing lactation is not often talked about. But here, Australia’s first IVF surrogate child – and her mum – discuss their experiences, 36 years apart.
- by Alice Clarke
Two of Us
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‘Let’s do one more year’: At 90, Nancy and Betty still teach teen boys athletics
Over 50 years, through tragedy and other hurdles, Nancy Atterton and Betty Moore’s friendship has stayed on track.
- by Tim Elliott
Dicey Topics
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‘I enjoyed the misunderstanding’: Artist Cao Fei on how her mum made her special
The influential Chinese artist discusses being a tomboy, financial survival … and magazines’ sealed sections.
- by Benjamin Law
Modern Guru
Modern Guru
Hear my pain: Young lawyers at my office wear AirPods at their desk
Maybe they’re expanding their knowledge with law-themed songs, writes our Modern Guru.
- by Danny Katz
Making the headlines: Pamela Anderson and the celebs publishing their own news
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
- by Lauren Ironmonger, Greg Callaghan, Damien Woolnough, Melanie Kembrey, Susan Horsburgh and Dani Valent
Roasted carrot and sumac dip with sesame crackers
A dietary requirement friendly dip that’s perfect for summer entertaining.
- by Danielle Alvarez
Cake for breakfast? Bring it on with this lemon ciambella
This Italian breakfast cake is simple and quick to make, and stays moist for a good few days.
- by Julia Busuttil Nishimura
What’s the go with all the froyo?
Frozen yoghurt is bringing crowds of young people together to swirl their icy treat in paper cups and top with sprinkles.
- by Terry Durack
