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The ‘mauvy haze’ that shuts a Sydney street for six weekends a year

Jacaranda trees are turning parks and streets purple across Sydney, sparking a frenzied rush of photographers and weddings.

The ‘mauvy haze’ that shuts a Sydney street for six weekends a year

We haven't written up this one. The Sydney Morning Herald has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

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Nigeria Decides 2027 and the Burden of Proof

Beneath the Surface By Dakuku Peterside A voter who has spent hours in a queue should not need to understand computer servers to believe that a ballot will be counted.

  • 2027 Nigerian elections offer chance to reevaluate technology role in elections.
  • Previous elections showed fragility of technical capability-public confidence link.
  • INEC should prioritize clear communication, AI transparency, and robust error mechanisms.

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