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New York Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
In These Novels, Murder's the Thing
History Lessons Daphne Ouverture, the main character in HISTORY LESSONS (Soho Crime, 373 pp., $25.95), has chosen a life of the mind, and believes she likes it that way. As a junior professor specializing in French colonialism at the Ivy-esque Harrison University, she prefers 'spending her time with the dead over the living. At least the dead never sassed her back or asked why she was single.' But could the dead, as Daphne wonders, teach her how to live? She's about to find out when someone murders a colleague, a creepy anthropology professor named Sam Taylor. Daphne doesn't really want to play amateur sleuth, but she can't shake the mysterious text Sam sent her the night he died — and then someone attacks her on her own doorstep. I've longed for an academia mystery that hearkens back to classic authors like Helen Eustis and Amanda Cross, and Wallbrook, who knows this world well, delivers. 'History Lessons' brilliantly mixes pointed satire, fabulous characters (especially Daphne's two besties) and a thoughtful meditation on whose fortunes get to rise, and whose are ground down on the altar of power. The House at Devil's Neck Over four books, Mead has perfected his take on the locked-room mystery, one that owes a debt to John Dickson Carr. THE HOUSE AT DEVIL'S NECK (Mysterious Press, 288 pp., $26.95) reminds readers of a date — Aug. 31, 1939, the day before Germany invaded Poland — adding historical weight to what is already a dizzyingly plotted affair. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
7NEWS
25-06-2025
- Business
- 7NEWS
Banish a bad brew forever: Soul Origin serves up Aussies favourite coffee crafted with premium beans
If you have ever been disappointed by a lacklustre cup of coffee and found yourself considering a switch from barista-made brews to crafting your own at home, you're not alone. But there's one place Aussies keep turning to for guaranteed great coffee, every single time. Soul Origin, one of Australia's leading fresh food brands, is serving up specialty coffee made from premium beans, banishing a bad brew forever. More than just a fancy label, Specialty Coffee is the gold standard of coffee, sourced directly from farmers, graded and crafted with care and precision to ensure each sip is delicious. Freshly prepared in-store by skilled baristas, Soul Origin coffee is available in espresso-based beverages with 15 different varieties, including hot or iced options. Whatever your coffee preference, Soul Origin caters to every taste. Thanks to the newly launched SO Guarantee Offer, if your coffee isn't meeting your standards, the team will replace it — no fuss or guilt, just a great cup of coffee. 'At Soul Origin, Specialty Coffee is more than just a drink; it's an experience,' Soul Origin's National Coffee Manager, Sam Taylor tells Best Picks. 'We've put our heart into making sure every bean delivers an unforgettable coffee moment. If it doesn't meet our standards, we'll replace it, no questions asked.' And if that wasn't enough, Soul Origin is introducing a limited edition single-origin coffee from Tanzania's Mimba Farm for shoppers to try first-hand in store. The coffee embodies unique flavours like salted caramel, strawberry cola and root beer spice, it's your chance to switch up your regular coffee order and treat your tastebuds to something totally new. Launching June 26, this limited-edition flavour is only available for short time, so if you love experimenting with different tastes and flavours, you'll want to get in quick. Soul Origin is well-known for its generosity, premium coffee beans and always serving quality-made fresh delicious and nutritious food daily, always great value. Being part of the Soulmates Loyalty Program is a great way to get a variety of exclusive rewards and offers that make being part of the Soul Origin Community even more special. Easy to join with endless benefits, if you're a regular coffee drinker, you could be rewarded for your daily purchases — it's almost too good to be true. What else can you get out of the Loyalty Program? A free coffee for joining the program Exclusive deals and opportunities to sample our products Every five visits you'll receive a $5 reward Special birthday treats on your birthday 'We are proud of our Soulmates Loyalty Program, known for consistently delivering SO much good stuff including rewards, exclusive offers and treats,' says Soul Origin's Chief Operating Officer Adam Neill. So whether you're looking for exceptional barista-made coffee, an iced drink or something from the delicious and freshly made range of food on offer, Soul Origin is your one-stop-shop. To find your closest store, visit the Soul Origin website here.
West Australian
17-06-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
GWS Giants dealt massive injury blow with Sam Taylor suffering a broken toe
Greater Western Sydney have suffered a massive blow with gun defender Sam Taylor facing over a month on the sidelines. 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealed the All-Australian suffered a broken toe during last week's win over Brisbane. Taylor was able to play out the match, but is now expected to miss the next up to five weeks. 'A huge blow for GWS with All-Australian full-back Sam Taylor out for 4-5 weeks with a broken toe,' McGuire tweeted . 'He sustained the injury against Brisbane but played through the pain. He'll spend the next 2-3 weeks in a moon boot.' The blow comes just as the Giants recaptured their best form with the win over the Lions, which came after a shock loss to Port Adelaide in Canberra. But now they will be without Taylor for matches against Gold Coast, West Coast, Geelong and Essendon over the next month. Brent Daniels is also facing another stint on the sidelines after suffering an adductor tendon injury against the Lions. The small forward, who has only managed six games, will undergo scans to determine his rehabilitation period. Meanwhile, youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. 'I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league,' Cadman said on Tuesday. 'This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. 'I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. 'Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. 'Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of.' Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. 'I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. ' Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. 'Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. 'It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything.' - With AAP
Perth Now
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Giants dealt massive injury blow to key player
Greater Western Sydney have suffered a massive blow with gun defender Sam Taylor facing over a month on the sidelines. 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealed the All-Australian suffered a broken toe during last week's win over Brisbane. Taylor was able to play out the match, but is now expected to miss the next up to five weeks. 'A huge blow for GWS with All-Australian full-back Sam Taylor out for 4-5 weeks with a broken toe,' McGuire tweeted. 'He sustained the injury against Brisbane but played through the pain. He'll spend the next 2-3 weeks in a moon boot.' If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. The blow comes just as the Giants recaptured their best form with the win over the Lions, which came after a shock loss to Port Adelaide in Canberra. But now they will be without Taylor for matches against Gold Coast, West Coast, Geelong and Essendon over the next month. Brent Daniels is also facing another stint on the sidelines after suffering an adductor tendon injury against the Lions. The small forward, who has only managed six games, will undergo scans to determine his rehabilitation period. Meanwhile, youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. 'I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league,' Cadman said on Tuesday. 'This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. 'I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. 'Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. 'Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of.' Aaron Cadman soars above Brisbane's Eric Hipwood to take one of 13 marks for the Giants. Credit: AAP Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. 'I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. ' Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. 'Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. 'It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything.' - With AAP
7NEWS
17-06-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
GWS Giants dealt massive injury blow with Sam Taylor suffering a broken toe
Greater Western Sydney have suffered a massive blow with gun defender Sam Taylor facing over a month on the sidelines. 7NEWS reporter Xander McGuire revealed the All-Australian suffered a broken toe during last week's win over Brisbane. Taylor was able to play out the match, but is now expected to miss the next up to five weeks. 'A huge blow for GWS with All-Australian full-back Sam Taylor out for 4-5 weeks with a broken toe,' McGuire tweeted. 'He sustained the injury against Brisbane but played through the pain. He'll spend the next 2-3 weeks in a moon boot.' The blow comes just as the Giants recaptured their best form with the win over the Lions, which came after a shock loss to Port Adelaide in Canberra. But now they will be without Taylor for matches against Gold Coast, West Coast, Geelong and Essendon over the next month. Meanwhile, youngster Aaron Cadman knows his apprenticeship is over and feels he's ready to explode in the back half of the AFL season. The 2022 No.1 draft pick lived up to his billing after his career-best haul of five goals and 13 marks helped steer the Giants to a comeback win over Brisbane. His breakout performance - which included a speccy mark against Lions swingman Eric Hipwood - added to reigning Coleman medallist Jesse Hogan's haul of six goals and 12 marks. The 21-year-old's slow burn to good form echoes the words of inaugural Giants coach Kevin Sheedy, who believes players only come of age at AFL level when they reach 50 games. Set to chalk up the milestone against Gold Coast, Cadman agrees there is truth in Sheedy's declaration. 'I know that I can be, hopefully, one of the top players in the league,' Cadman said on Tuesday. 'This is my third year, so I've still got a lot of growing to do as a player, physically and mentally. 'I know they're saying your apprenticeship is over at 50 games once you're past 50, but I feel like I've still got a lot of room to grow. 'Obviously, big thanks to the coaching staff for giving me the opportunity in 50 games. 'Even picking me 50 times where I probably wouldn't have picked myself, and just having faith in me and knowing what I am capable of.' Cadman has long been touted as the man to lead the GWS forward line for years to come, after the Giants traded up to secure the top selection in the 2022 draft. The left-footer managed just six goals from a dozen appearances in his 2023 debut season, before hitting new heights last year with 30 goals across 23 games. GWS's faith is clear, but Cadman admitted it took time for him to shake off the expectations that come with being a top draft selection. 'I feel like in my first two years, that was something that weighed on me a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Now I know what I am capable of, and just continuing to show that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter where I was picked. ' Cadman credits Hogan as the man who has helped make him ready for what looms at AFL level. A 17-year-old Hogan has faced similar expectations after being drafted to Melbourne with pick No.2 in the 2012 mini-draft. 'Me and Jesse can relate to each other a little bit,' Cadman said. 'Even on and off the field, just sharing his mistakes and helping me learn from those things has been super helpful for me. 'It's a great relationship we have down there. It's almost like half the time, we don't even have to say anything.'
