You've probably heard about digital currencies like Bitcoin. But it's the technology behind Bitcoin, called Blockchain, that's inspiring some big dreams about the future of the internet. Margot O'Neill produced this report.

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Blockchain: the technology that could dramatically change the internet

Over the past 28 years Lateline has distinguished itself as the home of breaking news from overseas.Our correspondents have braved riots, floods, fires and earthquakes to bring you some of the biggest events in modern history. As we prepare to farewell Lateline, the current crop of the ABC's international reporters look back on some of their most memorable moments.

Farewell Lateline Our correspondents reflect on their most memorable moments

Emma Alberici is joined by former Lateline hosts Kerry O'Brien, Maxine McKew and Leigh Sales as they reflect on Lateline's vast history, including some of their most memorable stories and interviews, and the future of journalism.

Farewell Lateline: Former hosts reflect on 28 years of stories

Swinburne University has just released the first major study into social enterprises which are on the rise in Australia. The report found that the industry is creating thousands of jobs and is having a big impact on the long-term unemployed. Emily Stewart has this report, produced by Kathleen Calderwood.

Purpose over profit: how social enterprises are boosting employment

Australia has become the 26th nation to legislate for same-sex marriage. The fight to have their relationships recognised as equal to those of heterosexual couples has been a long one for the LGBTQI community in Australia. When parliament held the final vote, emotions erupted. Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth reports.

Lower house votes in historic same-sex marriage legislation

Emma Alberici speaks to Opposition Senate Leader and Shadow Foreign Minister Penny Wong about the passage of historic same-sex marriage legislation through the House of Representatives.

Penny Wong welcomes passage of same-sex marriage legislation through House of Representatives

For the past 28 years, Lateline has interviewed many politicians from all political persuasions. Prime Ministers, Opposition Leaders, Ministers and MPs have all felt the pressure under the lights in the Lateline studio. Tonight we look back at some of the more memorable moments as we ask politicians to reflect on their memories of the show.

Politicians reflect on 28 years of Lateline

Emma Alberici speaks to Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth about the ongoing citizenship saga and why his interview with Labor MP Justine Keay has gone viral.

Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth on the ongoing citizenship saga and 'maggot' incident

Emma Alberici speaks to Finance Minister Mathias Cormann about the ongoing citizenship saga and the same-sex marriage bill.

Mathias Cormann responds to citizenship furore

Every year 3,000 people die by suicide in Australia. It's a staggering number, and a significant proportion of those deaths are not in the big cities. For most people living in rural and regional communities, the first place they will turn after attempting suicide or having suicidal thoughts is the emergency department. In some cases, those who present to hospitals are being turned away, with deadly consequences. Naomi Selvaratnam produced this report, and a warning, this story contains themes that may be distressing to some viewers.

A grieving father searches for answers to rural Australia's suicide problem

After 28 years, this is Lateline's final week on air. We're taking a look back at some of the extraordinary stories of everyday people we've featured - meet the humans of Lateline! Barbara Miller produced this report. This story contains coarse language - and a warning for Indigenous viewers, there are images of a person now deceased. .

The humans of Lateline: a look back at our most memorable characters

Jeremy Fernandez speaks to author and social commentator Fran Lebowitz about Donald Trump's America and the Hollywood sexual harrassment saga.

Fran Lebowitz says she is unsurprised by spate of Hollywood sexual abuse allegations

Four years ago, the New South Wales Education Department began an experiment. It employed 15 principals on salaries of up to $200,000 a year in schools with large numbers of Indigenous students. The principals were also given new powers to change operating hours and parts of the curriculum. One school in Tamworth is achieving remarkable results. Lateline's John Stewart reports.

How a principal turned a struggling school around

Jeremy Fernandez speaks to Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth about the publication of a new parliamentary register detailing the citizenship status of all serving MPs. A number of Labor and Liberal MPs and one crossbencher could be referred to the High Court.

Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth on the latest citizenship dramas

Emma Alberici speaks to Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth about the latest development in the citizenship saga, the same-sex marriage bill and Tim Wilson's proposal to his partner in parliament today.

Interview: Political Correspondent Matt Wordsworth

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