That the burning or defacement of the national flag provokes such visceral shock says much about its enduring power as a ...

Early in September Australia commemorated two of its national symbols. September 1 was National Wattle Day, in recognition of Australia’s national floral emblem, the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha).

Australia’s Jessica Fox is already widely regarded as the greatest individual slalom canoe paddler of all time, and has four Olympic medals under her belt. Now she’s getting another honor: flag bearer ...