Rocco Fazzari: Reknown Australian artist and caricaturist

 Rocco Fazzari is an Australian artist and caricaturist. He is well known for his illustrations and political cartoons, which have been featured in a number of Australian newspapers and magazines, including The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Throughout his career, Rocco Fazzari has won several awards for his work, and his distinctive style and wit have made him one of the most well-regarded artists in Australia.

Rocco Fazzari's illustrations often address political and social issues, and his cartoons are known for their humor and sharp commentary on contemporary events. His work has been widely praised for its ability to capture the essence of public figures and current events, and he has been credited with helping to shape the public discourse in Australia through his illustrations and cartoons.

Aside from his work in newspapers and magazines, Rocco Fazzari has also had a number of exhibitions of his illustrations and cartoons, and his work has been included in a number of books and other publications. He continues to be a prominent figure in the Australian art and media scenes, and his work continues to be widely appreciated by audiences both in Australia and abroad.

Rocco Fazzari's work at Maunsell Wickes Gallery

Prince Harry: Spare

Opinions about Prince Harry's new book have been mixed. Some people have praised the book, titled "The Me You Can't See," for its honesty and the insight it provides into the struggles that Prince Harry has faced, including his struggles with mental health. Others have criticized the book, saying that it is an attempt by Prince Harry to rehab his image after his controversial departure from the Royal Family.

Overall, opinions about Prince Harry's book have been influenced by the individual's views on Prince Harry, the Royal Family, and mental health. Some people have found the book to be a valuable contribution to the conversation about mental health, while others have seen it as an attempt by Prince Harry to justify his actions and to criticize the institution he used to be part of.

Prince Harry has expressed anger and disappointment towards the British Royal Family for various reasons. Some of these reasons include:

Media scrutiny: Prince Harry has spoken about the intense media pressure and public scrutiny that he and his family have faced, particularly in the aftermath of the death of his mother, Princess Diana.

Racism and prejudice: Prince Harry has accused the media and parts of the British society of racist and prejudiced treatment of his wife, Meghan Markle.

Lack of support: Prince Harry has claimed that the Royal Family did not offer adequate support to him and his wife during a difficult time, and that they felt "trapped" in their roles as senior members of the Royal Family.

Royal duties: Prince Harry has expressed frustration with the restrictions and expectations placed on him as a senior member of the Royal Family, and has spoken about his desire for more autonomy and freedom.

These experiences have led Prince Harry to distance himself from the Royal Family and to pursue a more independent life with his wife and son.

All about Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood is an American film director, producer, actor and composer. He rose to fame in the 1960s as the "Man with No Name" in the "Dollars Trilogy" of spaghetti Westerns, and has since appeared in over 50 films. Eastwood has also directed more than 30 films, including the award-winning "Unforgiven" (1992) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004). He is known for his distinctive style, which often includes minimal dialogue and a focus on action. Eastwood has won four Academy Awards, and has been nominated for five others. He is also a politically active individual, having served as the mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California from 1986-1988.

Here are some of Clint Eastwood's highly acclaimed films (not in any particular order):

• "Unforgiven" (1992)
• "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" (1966)
• "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)
• "Gran Torino" (2008)
• "Dirty Harry" (1971)
• "Letters from Iwo Jima" (2006)
• "Mystic River" (2003)
• "The Outlaw Josey Wales" (1976)
• "A Perfect World" (1993)
• "Invictus" (2009)

Clint Eastwood is still actively involved in the film industry. He continues to direct, produce, and act in films. His most recent films as a director include "Richard Jewell" (2019) and "Cry Macho" (2021). He has also been a producer on several films, including "The Mule" (2018), which he also starred in. Eastwood remains a prominent figure in Hollywood and continues to be recognized for his contributions to the film industry.

Agatha Christie's Miss Marple returns

 One doesn't stop at one murder...

Agatha Christie’s legendary sleuth, Jane Marple, returns to solve twelve baffling cases in this brand-new collection, penned by a host of acclaimed authors skilled in the fine art of mystery and murder: Naomi Alderman, Leigh Bardugo, Alyssa Cole, Lucy Foley, Elly Griffiths, Natalie Haynes, Jean Kwok, Val McDermid, Karen M. McManus, Dreda Say Mitchell, Kate Mosse and Ruth Ware.

“Marple is the best loved [detective]. Also the most influential.... It is Miss Marple who introduced the revolutionary notion that people are essentially the same wherever one goes.” —Los Angeles Times

Jane Marple is an elderly lady from St Mary Mead who possesses an uncanny knack for solving even the most perplexing puzzles. Now, for the first time in 45 years, Agatha Christie’s beloved character returns to the page for a globe-trotting tour of crime and detection. Join Marple as she travels through her sleepy English village and around the world.

Bringing a fresh twist to the hallmarks of a classic Agatha Christie mystery, these twelve esteemed writers have captured the sharp wit, unique voice, and droll ingenuity of the deceptively demure detective. A triumphant celebration of Christie’s legacy and essential reading for crime lovers, Marple is a timely reminder why Jane Marple remains one of the most famous detectives of all time.

"Each author captures Christie—and Marple—perfectly, while also displaying just a bit of her own unique touch.... This new and entertaining collection by some of our favorite writers will hook a new group of readers to the formidable Miss Marple." —Rhys Bowen, Washington Post

Who is Miss Marple?

British actor Joan Hickson in the role of Miss Marple for BBC TV

Miss Marple is a fictional character created by the British author Agatha Christie. She is a detective who appears in a series of mystery novels and short stories, and is known for her sharp mind and ability to solve complex cases.

Miss Marple is an elderly spinster who lives in the small English village of St. Mary Mead. Despite her unassuming appearance and gentle demeanor, she possesses an excellent memory and a keen sense of observation, which allow her to solve even the most difficult of cases. She often draws on her knowledge of human nature and her experiences living in a small village to help her solve crimes.

Over the course of the Miss Marple series, she solves a wide variety of cases, from murders to thefts to blackmail schemes. Her investigations often involve piecing together clues and observing the behavior of suspects and witnesses, and she frequently works alongside local police officers to help solve crimes.

Miss Marple has become one of Agatha Christie's most beloved and enduring characters, and she has been portrayed in numerous film and television adaptations over the years. Her intelligence, wit, and determination have made her a popular figure in the detective genre, and she continues to captivate readers and viewers around the world.

Who was Agatha Christie?

Agatha Christie was an English writer who lived from 1890 to 1976. She is best known as the world's best-selling mystery writer and is often referred to as the "Queen of Crime". Christie wrote 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, many of which feature her famous detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Her works have sold over 2 billion copies in the English language and another billion in more than 100 other languages.

Some of her most famous novels include "Murder on the Orient Express" (1934), "Death on the Nile" (1937), "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" (1926), and "And Then There Were None" (1939). In addition to her writing, Christie was also a playwright and wrote several stage productions, including "The Mousetrap," which is the longest-running play in the history of the West End theater.

Christie's works are known for their intricate plots, engaging characters, and surprising twists, and her legacy continues to be celebrated and studied in the world of crime fiction.

Grin offers enhanced dating power

There's usually a fairly strong idea about the traits we want in a date and prospective companion when it comes to dating. Whether the person is in good shape, eats well, or maintains good relations with family and friends, is typically standard. 

International Women’s Day, Founder/CEO Heidi Kuhn Calls for “One Thousand Golden Shovels”

  In tribute of International Women’s Day, Heidi Kuhn, Founder/CEO, Roots of Peace, a recipient of the FORBES 50 Over 50 Women, called forth a global community of committed women to raise $1 billion dollars to benefit farmers and families in Afghanistan during this time of crisis, food shortages and massive starvation.

Virus bomb in a can. Is this a COVID killer?

 We’re all familiar with the concept of a flea or cockroach bomb to exterminate a critter infestation, but did you know it’s possible to ‘bomb’ a space in a similar fashion with ‘sanitisation in a can’ thanks to a new Aussie innovation?

With the push of a button, the ViroCLEAR Sanitiser & Protectant Fogger dispenses a fine mist of anti-microbial sanitiser that gets into every crack and crevice to create a protective layer covering up to 40m2.

The fogger is a game-changer for travel, hospitality, aged care, medical, education, real estate, automotive, gyms – basically any indoor space.

Powered by botanical extracts of chamomile and native lemon bush and devoid of harsh chemicals that can lead to skin sensitisation, the formulation kills 99.99% of germs and bacteria, including rhinovirus – the main culprit behind the common cold.

Daniel Seldon from Aussie Pharma Direct who distribute the fogger, says it’s perfect for our times.

Inventor Ross Macdougald

“The pandemic has created a heightened awareness of the need for good sanitisation, so this is another tool in our protective armoury to keep everyone safe and healthy,” says Seldon. “Not every indoor space lends itself to good ventilation, so the ViroCLEAR fogger offers an effective solution to kill airborne ‘nasties.’ And it can also be dispersed via air conditioning systems to help spread the protection even further.”

ViroCLEAR is an Australian-owned and -made invention of Ross Macdougald, who initially created it for his wife Lucy, who suffers from eczema and is unable to use standard ethanol and alcohol-based sanitisers. His passion project resulted in a hospital-grade surface disinfectant that kills Covid within 90 seconds of surface contact.

“Once I ‘cracked the code’ I thought, ‘wouldn’t it be great if we could put this formulation into an easy-to-use fogger anyone could use to help reinvigorate businesses and livelihoods after this awful Covid period we’ve all been experiencing?’” says Macdougald. “There is nothing quite like this on the market that provides a super low chemical sanitiser that really works.”