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German astronomer who discovered three laws of planetary motion had a mother imprisoned on witchcraft charges; in 1620 he put science on hold and penned a 128-page defense that freed her

Johannes Kepler faced a difficult challenge defending his mother from witchcraft accusations. His mother, Katharina Kepler, was imprisoned and faced torture for alleged sorcery. Kepler halted his astronomical work to hire lawyers and secure her release. He presented a strong defense, challenging the prosecution's baseless claims. Katharina was eventually freed…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

30 years ago: Kodak's smartest film innovation was doomed from day one despite support from Canon, Nikon and Fujifilm

APS was meant to give film photography a new lease on life, but it soon became clear that digital imaging was the future

Digital Camera World · Jul 27

What is Germany's APS Certificate and why do Indian students need it?

Indian students must obtain an APS Certificate for German university admissions. New requirements include a Digital Master Test for certain master's programs. Undergraduate applicants will need higher Class XII marks starting Winter Semester 2026-27. The APS Certificate verifies academic qualifications and document authenticity for applicants. Applying early ensures timely completion…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Labor’s shift away from Coalition-era outsourcing is welcome, but the public service needs more than symbolic savings

As the APS rebuilds after decades of erosion, the real test will be whether Australia can move beyond the politics and develop lasting expertise

The Guardian - AU · Mar 10

Phoenix Heat Warning: 8 Bill-Relief Programs Fixed-Income Seniors Should Apply for Now

Phoenix seniors are bracing for another brutal summer, and the rising cost of electricity, water, and essential cooling is already stretching fixed incomes to the...

Saving Advice · Mar 6

NDIS workers are being stalked, harassed and assaulted while ‘urgent’ safety reforms take three years to enact

Agency does not plan to fully implement recommended safety measures until 2027, despite reports of hundreds of security incidents

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31

‘Gobsmacked’: Australian workplace relations department to replace short-term staff with third-party contractor

Workers and union say outsourcing will mean loss of knowledge and experience needed to help ‘very vulnerable people’ waiting for government payments

The Guardian - AU · Jan 29

APS was the glory standard, and everything was luxe – now when I hear the term it's just negging from the 'full frame' brigade!

There was a time when APS meant being treated like royalty; now it means you're not 'full' enough –but a box in my loft reminded me when things were different!

Digital Camera World · Nov 16, 2025

Australian government could explore using AI for cabinet submissions despite security concerns

Finance minister Katy Gallagher says the public service is building its own artificial intelligence program and spruiks productivity benefits

The Guardian - AU · Nov 12, 2025

Arizona Heat, Bigger Bills: 7 Utility Hacks That Actually Cut Costs for Fixed-Income Retirees

Retiring in Arizona means plenty of sunshine—but also sky-high utility bills once summer hits. For seniors on fixed incomes, the heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s expensive....

Saving Advice · Oct 25, 2025