Australia's history is epitomised by the roles played by key individuals in the era of early European settlement. This article examines two early pioneers.

Nov 5, 2010 - Geoff Williams

These seemingly quiet fictional crime stories focus on satisfyingly layered plots, relatably capable characters and ably captured regional cues.

Sep 9, 2010 - Bonnye Good

The American expatriate artist John Singer Sargent (1856-1925) was especially famed for his portrait work.

Jan 29, 2012 - Meg Nola

The Catholic Church disliked slavery, but many thought that it was a part of an evil world.

Feb 25, 2012 - Francis Beswick

Major Thomas Mitchell was a determined Australian explorer who mapped a vast new pastoral region.

Nov 2, 2010 - Geoff Williams

Roger Federer tied Bjorn Borg's feat of five consecutive Wimbledon titles last year. This year's number one seed is poised to go beyond the long-standing record.

Jun 19, 2008 - Missy Frye

Between 1934 and 1936 Fred Perry of England won the Wimbledon men's singles title three years consecutively. No British man has so far repeated his success.

Jul 4, 2011 - Kevin Hughes

Britain's David Haye could add another glittering prize should he claim Nikolai Valuev's WBA world heavyweight crown.

Nov 3, 2009 - James Cleary

Released on 11 November 2010 this album showcases the broad range of music genres being produced in Co. Laois, Ireland. 19 bands/artists are featured.

Nov 13, 2010 - Frank Parker

Deteriorating relations with France preoccupied the John Adams administration as French naval policies threatened American shipping causing the first undeclared war.

Feb 23, 2010 - Michael Streich

While Bob Baffert is back with Kentucky Derby hot shot Pioneerof The Nile, Jerry Hollendorfer and Jimmy Jerkens also have contenders in Chocolate Candy and Quality Road.

Apr 6, 2009 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

World number two Roger Federer played some of the best tennis of his life to beat Rafael Nadal in the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals at the 02 Arena.

Nov 28, 2010 - Amanda Wilkins

Though he spent more time fighting in the Holy Land than in his kingdom, Richard I nevertheless enjoyed popularity among his people and a largely stable, peaceful reign.

May 14, 2008 - Ross Adkin

Kolo Toure will team up with former Arsenal colleague Emmanuel Adebayor at the City of Manchester Stadium after signing a lucrative four-year contract.

Jul 30, 2009 - Peter Welch

The November Nine, the celebrated final nine players to play for the World Series of Poker Main Event, was determined early Sunday morning, July 17th.

Jul 18, 2010 - Todd Jacobs

With the European Transfer Market having reached its deadline, here's a guide on who has left and who has arrived at the biggest clubs of England

Sep 15, 2008 - Gregory Sica

This Round of 16 match features Jose Mourinho's Inter Milan squad taking on English giants Chelsea in what will be a return to Stamford Bridge for the Nerazzurri coach.

Feb 23, 2010 - David Rizzardo

A New York Handicap Triple champion, Fit to Fight, 29, and a Secretariat broodmare, Terlingua, 32, were euthanized this season due to complications of old age.

Jun 18, 2008 - BarbaraAnne Helberg

During the early 16th century, the most prominent pirates on the Barbary Coast were four brothers, the sons of a Muslim father and a Christian mother.

May 4, 2011 - Brenda Ralph Lewis