Sexual abuse in Australia's Catholic schools didn't come from nowhere. It took hold in systems where violence was not just condoned, but encouraged.

Sunday workers are not only employees, they're also customers. So what effect do you think stripping thousands of dollars from their pay will have on already fragile consumer spending?

The lack of a consistent policy for dealing with heatwaves in Australian schools is leaving children vulnerable to heat exposure, Dr Brendon Hyndman writes.

The surge in iron ore prices has boosted the fortunes of Fortescue Metals and its billionaire founder Andrew Forrest, but the mining company remains captive to China's demand.

The Federal Government has approved the importation of medicinal marijuana. But it still won't be easy for people to get a prescription.