Offices are closed today in Lahore as the Pakistani nation marks Iqbal day, celebrating the birth of visionary poet and philosopher Sir Muhammad Iqbal.
Pakistan marks birthday of Sir Muhammad Allama Iqbal
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Melbourne prepares for the race that stops a nation
Today is the first Tuesday in November, and as most Australians know that means it’s time for the horse race that stops the nation, the Melbourne Cup.
Food features at inaugural Melbourne Malaysia Festival
Durian-eating and roti canai-making competitions will feature in the culture- and culinary-based line-up at the inaugural Melbourne Malaysia Festival today.
The Beatles rock Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum
The Beatles are back and rocking Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum until next February, with the impressive Beatles in Australia exhibition.
A sweet affair in Lahore
Sweet Affairs is one of Lahore’s better patisseries, with a decadent range of creamy iced cupcakes and cool coffees for a perfect mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
State Library of Victoria’s dome celebrates 100 glorious years
One of our favourite Melbourne icons, the dome in the State Library of Victoria, is turning one hundred years old in November.
Los Latinos of Melbourne
Latino dishes, excluding Tex-Mex cuisine, are glaringly underappreciated in Australia. Melbourne’s Los Latinos is hoping to change all this with a bright and friendly store turning out reliably delicious and interesting food.
Bondi’s Sculpture by the Sea opens for its 17th year
Today marks the opening of Sculpture by the Sea, the iconic outdoor art exhibition which has become a favourite Sydney event.
Sleepover at Sydney and Melbourne zoos with Roar and Snore
‘Roar and Snore’ is the name given to a series of programs at zoos around the world, allowing animal lovers to spend the night camping among the wild beasts.