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The March 16 Edition

Joel Taylor: from horror surf injury to world champion | The female biochemist behind the DNA-editing tool that’s revolutionising the world | What’s it like to be a sociopath? | Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin on politics, sex & death

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The March 16 Edition

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At 21, Joel was paralysed below the waist by freak surf. At 43, he’s a world champ

After a six-metre wave left the young pro bodyboarder a paraplegic, he avoided the beach for almost 20 years. Then, last November ...

  • by Tim Elliott
Doudna now divides her life into “before CRISPR” and “after CRISPR”.

Will a revolutionary DNA-editing tool end disease – or threaten humanity?

When US biochemist Jennifer Doudna discovered the key for editing DNA, she opened scientific frontiers full of promise – and peril.

  • by Greg Callaghan
“I think my sociopathy is entirely beneficial to me. I see my friends struggling with guilt. On an almost daily basis I think, I’m glad I don’t have that.”

She’s a sociopath – and a therapist. This is what she wants you to know about her

Patric Gagne explains the ins, outs and myths of her condition.

  • by David Marchese
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After their dad died, these brothers clashed. One letter changed that

Michael and Richard Unsworth used to fight. Now they’re running a garden centre, and their relationship’s in full bloom.

  • by Lenny Ann Low
“As a children’s author, what I write is political but embedded in allegory.”
Dicey Topics
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‘So much younger’: Author Sally Rippin on the startling age kids first view porn

The Australian Children’s Laureate on parental panic, ending up in medical journals and an unexpected remarriage.

  • by Benjamin Law
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My neighbour called me the wrong name and I like it

It’s fun to pretend to be someone else, writes our Modern Guru.

  • by Danny Katz
Kitchen Sink Drama
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Winds of change

Paul Connolly’s Kitchen Sink Drama is a slice of domestic life, captured masterfully in only 100 words. This week: Gone with the wind.

  • by Paul Connolly

The Florida store selling books banned from schools

Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.

  • by Various
Julia Busuttil Nishimura’s grilled garfish with Maltese-style zucchini.

Maltese-style zucchini with grilled garfish

Julia Busuttil Nishimura shares a family recipe for a rich and comforting side dish for grilled fish.

  • by Julia Busuttil Nishimura
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Danielle Alvarez’s grilled sausages with chickpea mash and chimichurri.

Grilled sausages with chickpea mash and chimichurri

An Argentinian-inspired barbecue dish starring the garlic-rich and vinegar-sharp dressing.

  • by Danielle Alvarez
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Why it’s worth building a long weekend around this slick trattoria in a shopping mall

Wollongong is currently experiencing a food and wine boom. You really should go.

  • by Callan Boys
Illustration: Simon Letch

Ready to take stock: We’re declaring soup season open already

Please sir, asks Terry Durack, can I have some soup? Plus: his favourite serving suggestions.

  • by Terry Durack
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Good Weekend Superquiz and Saturday Target Time, March 16

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