The Antikythera Mechanism is the ultimate ancient nerd puzzle
A new theoretical model for the Antikythera Mechanism suggests we're really close to cracking the case on this puzzling artefact!

Mechanical Keyboard: Life Side Quest
A wooden keyboard nerd embarks on a quest for a mechanical keyboard and falls in love with Melbourne along the way.

Building the history of Korea
The humble plastic brick can allow you to build history, explore perspectives, and come to a deeper appreciation for humanity's complexity.

Frank Gehry reaches new heights in home town Toronto
The Toronto towers project looks set to be Gehry's tallest exploration yet. How does this homecoming sit within the wider arc of his work?

King Island blows (in the best possible way)
Harnessing the ocean as a renewable energy source is taking off. And Australia is well placed to ride that wave!

Science is perfecting transparent wood aka how to ruin a Trojan horse
Advances in creating transparent wood are becoming both sustainable and exciting! Imagine what you could achieve with this material...

D&D Ravenloft: Lineages to sink your teeth into
The Unearthed Arcana lineages have the potential to change you quite literally. Thinking Ravenloft? It’s worth knowing what you’re in for!

Bridgerton and the Netflixification of English Regency history
While Bridgerton brings us hot Regency action, how does its focus and diversity clash or gel with Austen's works from the time?

Settlers of Catan: my family Christmas tradition
Every family has its traditions. Some involve a land called Catan. Herein is an exploration of the ritual that defines my Christmas.

Twilight Struggle and why we’re still obsessed with the Cold War
What if a board game could give us the chance to play out the Cold War and figure out just why the US-Russia conflict is so fascinating?
