Introduction: The "Gandhi of Grain" in a Contested Field
Listen to a summation of this article with our Deep Dive crew. "Vandana Shiva: Deconstructing the...
The concept of the multiverse—a reality beyond our own universe—has deep roots in ancient philosophy and religion. Yet it emerged as a scientific hypothesis...
TNC has planted more than 13 million trees in Minnesota since 2005 to benefit people and nature.
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Nature Conservancy (TNC) announced it planted...
Overview and Historical Context
Drunvalo Melchizedek (born Bernard Perona, 1941) emerged as a pivotal figure in the New Age movement during the late 20th century,...
John Muir (1838-1914) stands as a monumental figure in the American consciousness, a presence as towering and enduring as the granite cliffs of Yosemite...
Cities worldwide are transforming environmental action into vibrant community celebrations, proving that sustainability isn't about sacrifice—it's about creating richer, more connected urban lives. From...
Introduction
Sufism, often described as the mystical dimension of Islam, represents one of the world's most profound spiritual traditions. Far from being merely an esoteric...
Introduction
In an era characterized by digital overwhelm and constant connectivity, digital minimalism has emerged as both a philosophical framework and practical approach to technology...
The first drug ever discovered entirely by artificial intelligence is working its way through human trials as I write this (November, 2025), a molecule dreamed up by silicon that may soon flow through human veins. Its name is rentosertib—a word that sounds like something out of a...
Martin Luther-King was a profound influence on my peace activism and I still stand in-awe of his courage, his faith, vision and passion. A blessing on this most extraordinary human. I believe that I got into two jobs, one as State Co-Ordinator of People For Nuclear Disarmament...
CANBERRA — For a quarter of a century, the silence of the Australian bush—broken only by the crash of falling timber and the quiet disappearance of species—was matched by a deafness in the halls of Parliament. The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC), a legislative...
Executive Summary
In November 2025, the Australian Parliament enacted a transformative suite of environmental legislation, fundamentally reshaping the Commonwealth’s approach to biodiversity conservation, project assessment, and regulatory enforcement. This report provides an analysis of the Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025, the National Environment Protection Agency Bill 2025, and...
Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) stands at a pivotal juncture, poised for a decade of unprecedented evolution. This report reflects on AI's projected trajectory by 2035, exploring the profound roles and functions it is anticipated to fulfill across industries, from augmenting human capabilities in the workforce and revolutionizing healthcare...
AI warfare: autonomous weapons, cyber attacks, and algorithmic targeting transform modern conflict. What moral boundaries must we establish before war becomes fully automated?
1. Historical Baseline
Pre-1750 Wilderness Extent
South America contained 1.7 billion acres of wilderness in 1500—95% of the continent's land area.¹ The Amazon basin alone encompassed 1.4 billion acres of continuous rainforest, Earth's most biodiverse terrestrial ecosystem. This was not pristine wilderness but a cultural landscape shaped by...
When Revolutionary Observation Transforms Pedagogy
In January 1907, something extraordinary unfolded in Rome's impoverished San Lorenzo district—a physician's experimental classroom for sixty slum children would revolutionize global education. Within months, these economically disadvantaged five-year-olds were reading, writing, and demonstrating sustained concentration that drew international visitors. By 2022, this...
1. Historical Baseline
Pre-1750 Wilderness Extent
North America contained 3.9 billion acres of wilderness when Europeans first arrived—98% of the continent's land area.¹ From Arctic tundra to Sonoran desert, from Atlantic forests to Pacific rainforests, the continent supported Earth's most diverse temperate ecosystems. This wasn't empty wilderness but homeland...
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Birds, with their vibrant plumage, melodious songs, and breathtaking aerial acrobatics, have captivated human imagination across millennia. From the smallest hummingbirds to the towering ostriches, these feathered marvels inhabit nearly every corner of our planet, showcasing...
The Quiet Takeover of the Global Diet
The modern global diet is undergoing a quiet, pervasive transformation, one driven not by nutritional science or consumer need, but by engineered profitability. Public attention, recently highlighted by media reports concerning the dangers of processed foods, is beginning to align with...
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