@farukavdi.bsky.social
‘We cannot see light if there is nothing to reflect it.’ — I. McGilchrist.
Ye olde Sydney Opera House is packed for tonight's talk with @timbl.bsky.social inventor of the world wide web. Excited to hear his thoughts on how the community can reclaim the Web from corporate and dark forces. #www #community #foreveryone
January 30, 2026 at 8:03 AM
Ye olde Sydney Opera House is packed for tonight's talk with @timbl.bsky.social inventor of the world wide web. Excited to hear his thoughts on how the community can reclaim the Web from corporate and dark forces. #www #community #foreveryone
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For this week's #ThursdayFilmRec 🗃️🎥🍿🎬 #HATM
Watch or (Rewatch) "The Mortal Storm" (1940) - Dir. Frank Borzage, about the rise of Nazism (starring Jimmy Stewart & Margaret Sullavan).
It so infuriated Joseph Goebbels that he banned it in Germany & also all MGM films.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p12s...
Watch or (Rewatch) "The Mortal Storm" (1940) - Dir. Frank Borzage, about the rise of Nazism (starring Jimmy Stewart & Margaret Sullavan).
It so infuriated Joseph Goebbels that he banned it in Germany & also all MGM films.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p12s...
Clip HD | The Mortal Storm | Warner Archive
YouTube video by Warner Bros. Classics
www.youtube.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:18 PM
For this week's #ThursdayFilmRec 🗃️🎥🍿🎬 #HATM
Watch or (Rewatch) "The Mortal Storm" (1940) - Dir. Frank Borzage, about the rise of Nazism (starring Jimmy Stewart & Margaret Sullavan).
It so infuriated Joseph Goebbels that he banned it in Germany & also all MGM films.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p12s...
Watch or (Rewatch) "The Mortal Storm" (1940) - Dir. Frank Borzage, about the rise of Nazism (starring Jimmy Stewart & Margaret Sullavan).
It so infuriated Joseph Goebbels that he banned it in Germany & also all MGM films.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p12s...
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Read our advisory committee member, Josh Bornstein's important contribution in the ABC today (link in bio) about why Albanese should not have invited Herzog to Australia.
Rescind the invitation, now.
Rescind the invitation, now.
January 29, 2026 at 7:07 AM
Read our advisory committee member, Josh Bornstein's important contribution in the ABC today (link in bio) about why Albanese should not have invited Herzog to Australia.
Rescind the invitation, now.
Rescind the invitation, now.
From the cos-play executives to the hand that pulled the trigger…“After such knowledge, what forgiveness?” These killers, deep down, must know that they will not be forgiven.” Masked government thugs snuffed out Alex Pretti’s life in broad daylight | Moira Donegan www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Masked government thugs snuffed out Alex Pretti’s life in broad daylight | Moira Donegan
If they’re trying to eliminate witnesses, they cannot eliminate us all
www.theguardian.com
January 26, 2026 at 7:49 PM
From the cos-play executives to the hand that pulled the trigger…“After such knowledge, what forgiveness?” These killers, deep down, must know that they will not be forgiven.” Masked government thugs snuffed out Alex Pretti’s life in broad daylight | Moira Donegan www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Canada’s PM: We know the old order is not coming back.…we can build something bigger…stronger, more just. This is the task of the middle powers, the countries that have the most to lose from a world of fortresses and most to gain from genuine cooperation. #auspol
www.weforum.org/stories/2026...
www.weforum.org/stories/2026...
Davos 2026: Special address by Mark Carney, PM of Canada
Canadian PM Mark Carney stressed the end of the rules-based international order and urged middle powers to act together to counter the great power rivalry.
www.weforum.org
January 26, 2026 at 7:13 AM
Canada’s PM: We know the old order is not coming back.…we can build something bigger…stronger, more just. This is the task of the middle powers, the countries that have the most to lose from a world of fortresses and most to gain from genuine cooperation. #auspol
www.weforum.org/stories/2026...
www.weforum.org/stories/2026...
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Don’t let this White House lie to you. Believe what you see.
Alex Pretti was trying to help a woman off the ground. Then immigration agents tackled, shot, and killed him.
It’s time for them to get the hell out of MN.
Alex Pretti was trying to help a woman off the ground. Then immigration agents tackled, shot, and killed him.
It’s time for them to get the hell out of MN.
January 25, 2026 at 3:55 AM
Don’t let this White House lie to you. Believe what you see.
Alex Pretti was trying to help a woman off the ground. Then immigration agents tackled, shot, and killed him.
It’s time for them to get the hell out of MN.
Alex Pretti was trying to help a woman off the ground. Then immigration agents tackled, shot, and killed him.
It’s time for them to get the hell out of MN.
If you’re only out for yourself, think the world can be run like a machine, and suck all the resources out of your community - you’re no patriot, no friend of anybody, really: you’re a parasite offering short-term gain for long term pain - *no* to #aukus : www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
The Rise of the Tech Hamiltonians
The political coalition that has formed under Trump’s banner has the potential to reshape American politics.
www.theatlantic.com
January 25, 2026 at 12:06 AM
If you’re only out for yourself, think the world can be run like a machine, and suck all the resources out of your community - you’re no patriot, no friend of anybody, really: you’re a parasite offering short-term gain for long term pain - *no* to #aukus : www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
Global union “when we negotiate bilaterally with a hegemon, we negotiate from weakness. We accept what’s offered, compete with each other to be the most accommodating..the performance of sovereignty while accepting subordination” @australianunions.bsky.social #auspol www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
‘No new imperialism’: Macron throws shade at Trump in rebuke over Greenland
The French president said the European Union “should not hesitate” to use sweeping trade sanctions against the US in the dispute over Greenland.
www.smh.com.au
January 20, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Global union “when we negotiate bilaterally with a hegemon, we negotiate from weakness. We accept what’s offered, compete with each other to be the most accommodating..the performance of sovereignty while accepting subordination” @australianunions.bsky.social #auspol www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
Great analogy from one of the only effective leaders of - not so much The Left as ‘what’s left’ - of democratic political leaders of any strength in the US. Caucusing international support for a coming showdown of some kind… #auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
'He's a T-Rex': Newsom warns US allies against 'rolling over' to Trump
As European leaders struggle to come up with ways to ease the US president's ambition for a take over of Greenland, a prominent Democrat is accusing them of "rolling over".
www.abc.net.au
January 20, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Great analogy from one of the only effective leaders of - not so much The Left as ‘what’s left’ - of democratic political leaders of any strength in the US. Caucusing international support for a coming showdown of some kind… #auspol
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
Waging economic war on allies to force them to surrender territory seems …very ancient Rome. How do we stand by fellow democracies and keep trade open with the morally bankrupt at the same time? #solidarity #auspol @australianunions.bsky.social www.smh.com.au/world/north-...
Trump announces escalating tariffs on European nations until US buys Greenland
A 10 per cent tariff would start on February 1, the US president said, as he targeted Denmark and seven other countries that sent troops to the Danish territory.
www.smh.com.au
January 17, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Waging economic war on allies to force them to surrender territory seems …very ancient Rome. How do we stand by fellow democracies and keep trade open with the morally bankrupt at the same time? #solidarity #auspol @australianunions.bsky.social www.smh.com.au/world/north-...
What feels like a hostage video from the Gov of Minnesota. Does Trump want them to go violent? Does he want to martial law the place, and outlaw the Democrats as a political party? That man cannot and will not face an election he will lose. #solidarity #resist #democracy
youtu.be/y2Z3ZUbL2e0?...
youtu.be/y2Z3ZUbL2e0?...
Tim Walz Calls for Mass Resistance Against ICE in Minnesota
YouTube video by electron media group, inc.
youtu.be
January 15, 2026 at 8:13 AM
What feels like a hostage video from the Gov of Minnesota. Does Trump want them to go violent? Does he want to martial law the place, and outlaw the Democrats as a political party? That man cannot and will not face an election he will lose. #solidarity #resist #democracy
youtu.be/y2Z3ZUbL2e0?...
youtu.be/y2Z3ZUbL2e0?...
If the ‘mechahitler’ cesspit, porn & abuse generating AI — from nazi-saluting, ‘who needs democracy anyway’ Silicon Valley types — is part and parcel of US defence systems, then that’s the best reason yet to say NO to #aukus #auspol @australianlabor.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Musk’s AI tool Grok will be integrated into Pentagon networks, Hegseth says
Defense secretary says AI tool will join military systems later this month as it comes under fire for sexual imagery
www.theguardian.com
January 14, 2026 at 8:49 AM
If the ‘mechahitler’ cesspit, porn & abuse generating AI — from nazi-saluting, ‘who needs democracy anyway’ Silicon Valley types — is part and parcel of US defence systems, then that’s the best reason yet to say NO to #aukus #auspol @australianlabor.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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Cathy Wilcox, demonstrating what moral authority actually looks like
January 12, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Cathy Wilcox, demonstrating what moral authority actually looks like
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Solidarity with Louise Adler and Randa Abdel-Fattah. We stand against this retrograde decision and with the countless authors withdrawing in support of Randa and her work.
January 13, 2026 at 2:27 AM
Solidarity with Louise Adler and Randa Abdel-Fattah. We stand against this retrograde decision and with the countless authors withdrawing in support of Randa and her work.
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"Jewish safety is inseparable from the safety of Muslims, Palestinians, migrants and everyone targeted by racism."
Yes, and let's please include Indigenous people in this conversation and not forget about the shockingly racist campaign against the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
#Auspol
Yes, and let's please include Indigenous people in this conversation and not forget about the shockingly racist campaign against the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
#Auspol
A cynical element in the Australian media and political establishment, especially after Bondi, deliberately creates confusion about antisemitism, equating it with opposition to Israel’s genocide in Gaza. A Jewish Australian and scholar of anti-semitism speaks out. www.smh.com.au/national/as-...
As a Jew who knows antisemitism, I need answers, not the stifling of free speech
We’ve heard calls not only to investigate how the Bondi massacre occurred but to place universities, protest movements and migrants under suspicion.
www.smh.com.au
January 13, 2026 at 8:14 AM
"Jewish safety is inseparable from the safety of Muslims, Palestinians, migrants and everyone targeted by racism."
Yes, and let's please include Indigenous people in this conversation and not forget about the shockingly racist campaign against the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
#Auspol
Yes, and let's please include Indigenous people in this conversation and not forget about the shockingly racist campaign against the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
#Auspol
“A master class of poor governance” - Louise Adler in excellent interview 7.30 in iview iview.abc.net.au/show/7-30
January 13, 2026 at 10:41 AM
“A master class of poor governance” - Louise Adler in excellent interview 7.30 in iview iview.abc.net.au/show/7-30
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"There has certainly been a history dating back to 2023 of lobbyists, pro-Israel lobbyists, arguing against the inclusion of Palestinian writers In the festivals that I've directed," she said.”
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
'Act of cultural vandalism': Adler attacks censors over Writers' Week scandal
Former Adelaide Writers' Week director says the reputation of the event has been "trashed" as she took aim at lobby groups and the SA Premier during an intense appearance on 7.30.
www.abc.net.au
January 13, 2026 at 9:17 AM
"There has certainly been a history dating back to 2023 of lobbyists, pro-Israel lobbyists, arguing against the inclusion of Palestinian writers In the festivals that I've directed," she said.”
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
“Through its policies and military activities, the government of Israel has deliberately inflicted conditions of life calculated to bring about the destruction of Palestinians in Gaza and then denied the very help that could save them.” www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
Dozens of artists call for end to Israel’s ‘systematic attacks’ on Gaza hospitals
Actors, doctors and human rights leaders sign letter calling for restoration of medical care to ‘collapsed’ system
www.theguardian.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:31 PM
“Through its policies and military activities, the government of Israel has deliberately inflicted conditions of life calculated to bring about the destruction of Palestinians in Gaza and then denied the very help that could save them.” www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
Boards should never be involved in arts programming. There is no festival now. A good option is for the board to apologise, sack themselves, and let the festival start anew - (and for an otherwise excellent premier to apologise as well) #auspol #solidarity www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
SA premier denies pressuring Adelaide festival to drop Randa Abdel-Fattah
Letter from 11 South Australian cultural leaders labels cancellation of Palestinian-Australian’s participation a ‘grave mistake’ which brought festival into disrepute
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Boards should never be involved in arts programming. There is no festival now. A good option is for the board to apologise, sack themselves, and let the festival start anew - (and for an otherwise excellent premier to apologise as well) #auspol #solidarity www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
“anyone can agree with a true statement. The distinguishing mark of loyalty – the proof of submission – is the willingness to repeat something everyone knows is false.” #auspol www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/t...
A Slain Mother and the Triumph of the Lie
Stephen Holmes explains the deep, dark meaning of the Trump administration's falsehoods about Renee Nicole Good.
www.project-syndicate.org
January 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
“anyone can agree with a true statement. The distinguishing mark of loyalty – the proof of submission – is the willingness to repeat something everyone knows is false.” #auspol www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/t...
Suppress one you start suppressing them all. We need solidarity around human rights including the right to speak out against injustice @australianunions.bsky.social @australianlabor.bsky.social - not this kind of reactionary arse-covering #auspol #solidarity www.smh.com.au/national/pol...
Politicians shouldn’t decide who appears at writers’ festivals. It’s a dangerous path
Australia’s best writers festival could collapse within days as international and local writers boycott it in protest at the removal of Randa Abdel-Fattah.
www.smh.com.au
January 9, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Suppress one you start suppressing them all. We need solidarity around human rights including the right to speak out against injustice @australianunions.bsky.social @australianlabor.bsky.social - not this kind of reactionary arse-covering #auspol #solidarity www.smh.com.au/national/pol...
Australia has allies in Europe, India, the Pacific and Africa, and the non-maga US who continue to share our values of democracy and human rights. These values can’t be easily erased but we must strengthen our democracy, community solidarity at every level. #auspol
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
The new world disorder where might is right
The future is an unhappy picture of great power competition and serious risk for Australia.
www.smh.com.au
January 9, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Australia has allies in Europe, India, the Pacific and Africa, and the non-maga US who continue to share our values of democracy and human rights. These values can’t be easily erased but we must strengthen our democracy, community solidarity at every level. #auspol
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
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Despite what we are often told, this line from Mamdani’s inauguration speech is what true pragmatism actually looks like:
“Beginning today, we will govern expansively and audaciously. We may not always succeed. But never will we be accused of lacking the courage to try.”
“Beginning today, we will govern expansively and audaciously. We may not always succeed. But never will we be accused of lacking the courage to try.”
January 1, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Despite what we are often told, this line from Mamdani’s inauguration speech is what true pragmatism actually looks like:
“Beginning today, we will govern expansively and audaciously. We may not always succeed. But never will we be accused of lacking the courage to try.”
“Beginning today, we will govern expansively and audaciously. We may not always succeed. But never will we be accused of lacking the courage to try.”