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...
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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...
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In an era characterized by digital overwhelm and constant connectivity, digital minimalism has emerged as both a philosophical framework and practical approach to technology...
A Review of ICAN Australia's Groundbreaking Report
The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) Australia has released a compelling briefing paper that illuminates the...
The Palora–Pastaza corridor will be the largest of its kind in Ecuador’s Amazon, linking protected forests with Indigenous territories, and helping wildlife migration.
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The global energy system is in the midst of its most significant transformation since the dawn of the industrial age. A powerful, technology-driven...
Introduction: The Radical Act of Stillness
In an age defined by perpetual connectivity and information overload, the search for silence has become a radical act....
Way back in the early 90s when working with the Technology and Environmental Strategies Group at the University of Wollongong, I co-authored a report entitled 'Social Equity and The Urban Environment' produced for the Australian Federal Government. The report introduced the term 'social-environmental equity' and addressed...
Some might see this as a bit of Bah! Humbug! article and in truth I did think twice about publishing it, after all Christmas brings my own family and millions worldwide great joy, and, we have enough harsh analysis without me piling more burning tinsel on the...
My Masters and proposed PhD thesis was focused on developing a Deep Ecological Theory of State. It never happened as I got married, and, in the twinkling of an eye, found myself as a primary co-carer of four amazing children under four and home tutoring my fine...
The 100 year-old proven farm revolution transforming soil, wine, and scientific debate
In the rolling vineyards of Burgundy, where some of the world's most prestigious wines originate, a quiet revolution unfolds each morning before dawn. Winemakers at Domaine de la Romanée-Conti—whose bottles command thousands of dollars—can be found...
Discover December–January celebrations worldwide—Christian and beyond—covering lunar and solar calendars, meanings, rituals, and communities beyond Santa
Article inspired by a visit Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art, e exhibition, "Data Dreams Art and AI, December, 2025 Kevin Parker Site Publisher
An investigation into the global workforce that makes AI possible
On a white gallery wall in Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art, a simple question hangs...
Mother Teresa, born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, emerged as one of the 20th century's most recognized humanitarian figures, dedicating her life to serving the "poorest of the poor" in Calcutta, India, and beyond. Her profound commitment led to the establishment of the Missionaries of Charity, a religious order...
Mandela’s journey from rebel to president shows resilience, sacrifice, and reconciliation, shaping South Africa’s democracy and inspiring global justice.
When Code Becomes Cosmos
If the universe is a computer simulation, then God might be less like Michelangelo's bearded patriarch and more like a cosmic software engineer, writing the code that generates galaxies, consciousness, and everything in between. This provocative thesis has gained serious academic attention as physicists...
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