Dr J (from Naarm/Melbourne)

Semi-abstract tree reflection in acrylic
#wallart
#painting

A discreet intellectual network has been reshaping the world for 70 years. Here's how A constant battle of ideas reshapes the world we live in, and few groups have been more successful in winning the war than the little-known Atlas Network.

This history of think tanks’ pervasive influence on political thought is recommended for all with influence in the education of this & the next generation. What foundational story of a life well lived are we investing in? Who controls the narrative?

#academicsky

www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Pelican Airlines in flight. Taking advantage of open and free airspace.
#photography
#birds

Reflections on KI
Ink, acrylic and oil stick on canvas.
#art
#acrylic

Pelican Airlines is cleared for landing on Kangaroo Island runway, American River SA.
#photo
#art

One of the reasons Rome fell was when their army was populated with mercenaries. Mercenaries don’t have a unifying ideology. ICE employees similar to mercenaries? There are approx 20k employees average wage $30k how much would you need to raise? How many to re-employ to disrupt & distract?

In medical education for >10 yrs, I found a reluctancy to recognise other forms of research, other than biomedical as important. I support computational approaches to help map this very important information but how it will be received and taught is worth considering.

Our 2025 webinars 2024 Webinars 2023 & 2022 Webinars 2021 Webinars 2020 Webinars Education for human flourishing 15 December 13.00 CET Senior policymakers and thought leaders from among the best performing educa…

Great to hear Kristina Kallas and Wei Li Liew in conversation with Andreas Schleicher (OECD) on Education for Human Flourishing. A powerful framework rethinking the purpose of education—centering human meaning, agency & security in the age of AI.
🎥 oecdedutoday.com/webinars/

Here is the link www.qeducationaldevelopment.com.au/our-work

Our educational framework @qeducationaldevelopment.com.au created over the past year in light of emerging AI debates includes human flourishing & agency as part of the framework. We will release the PD modules for all educators in the next few months - programs are now available ✅ on the same page

Is this dog whistling from a person with unexamined beliefs? Or perhaps a clear example that intelligence in one area does not necessarily give you the capacity to think clearly or with understanding in another. What ever it is - the words are dangerous and those that do not question them more so.

The Master Drone (Italian: Il Pa-Drone), popularly referred to as God Emperor Trump, was a 65-foot (20-metre) papier-mâché sculpture and float depicting Donald Trump, the president of the United States, dressed as the fictional God Emperor of Mankind from the Warhammer 40,000 miniature war game franchise. (Wikipedia)

Aren’t these things inconsequential in the realm of the gods? Do (mere humans) now have to decide to act or wait for Zeus,Dharma or karma, Ragnarök, the loss of the Mandate from Heaven …or the ensuing consequences? Mythologies world wide hold enduring truths & stories of gods that act with impunity

What Lieutenant-General David Morrison said in 2023 ‘The standard you walk past is the standard you accept’. It applies here…fortitude and forthrightness is sorely missing. Bystander intervention is yet to be seen or heard. Leaders?

Thyroid disease can also disappear completely during and after pregnancy. Ensuring women unfortunate to be living with a thyroid disease aren’t petrified by these possible side effects is also important. How the conversation is couched makes a difference to stress levels of the expectant woman.

Drs could also be taught to look beyond the individual to look at the patient’s context Ask questions about access to green spaces, about time constraints and stressors, previous barriers to education or employment. Look into social determinants of health Ask the patient what they actually need etc

Any suggestions as to who would be best equipped to join the navigation team or what their resumes would include? I’ve drawn a blank on any one person equipped for this role.

You could always do the snout test. If the snout of the prospective leader spends more time in the trough than gazing at the stars you know what kind of animal you are dealing with…

It's always about the money, honey. #rant #teacher #teachersoftiktok #money TikTok video by Unlearn16

This was posted by @anitasagastegui.bsky.social earlier today if we also consider the history of both Exxon and Chevron it paints a pretty bleak picture.
www.tiktok.com/@unlearn16/v...

This is absolutely worth the 8 minute watch. And please repost!

‘Forever Chemicals’ found at Chevron’s Barrow Island Gorgon LNG project pose long-term environmental threat

How does Chevron compare to Exxon? A quick search reveals apart from revenue growth not that different?

amazonwatch.org/news/2024/02...

www.ccwa.org.au/forever_chem...

Fury after Exxon chief says public to blame for climate failures Darren Woods tells Fortune consumers not willing to pay for clean-energy transition, prompting backlash from climate experts

Let’s also not forget Exxon’s most shameful history and token reparations. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...

The Blue Lake Mt Gambier SA. A wonderful view to start the morning with.

Maybe emotional comfort might not explain it all, but it goes someway. Being curious about how beliefs, values and emotions are linked and interact can provide insights.

I have been thinking about how bringing attention to natural beauty of some of the smallest and often overlooked presences in our world (the fascinating world of insects and bugs or example) can inspire awe and wonder which can motivate understanding, curiosity and ultimately care.

Yes, inconsistent! Disappointing more discussions with teenagers seeking their opinions before implementing the ban did not occur. An authoritative approach is bound to cause friction and resentment. Seeking the voices of those most affected could have yielded alternatives solutions.

Higher taxes for producers of wants and lower taxes for producers of what we need to sustain life? Higher taxes for those who plunder the earth to make luxury goods and services that are unavailable to all who share this planet and no taxes for those producers or providers of good for all and Earth.

A Seal Bay seal pup. One of many waiting for its mother to return from a food foraging journey out in the deep and dangerous ocean - travelling distances of 100 kms and taking 3 days before returning. The other a satisfied reunited pup and an exhausted mother. Kangaroo Island, SA

Catching a wave.

I think I might have discovered the remaining Epstein files.

A young Pacific Gull