Guernica and Gaza: Echoes of Destruction, Personal Reckoning, and the Power of Media
History's lesson: Guernica versus Gaza.
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May 18, 2025
Eshu and the Trickster Archetype: From Yoruba Mythology to Historical and Modern Disruptors
Trump embodies many of The Yoruba god's traits, but is the modern-day trickster as capable of engendering transformation?
May 17, 2025
The True Essence of Aboriginal Culture: Ceremony, Dreamtime and Symbolism
Aboriginal ceremony and symbolism weaves the past with the present and future.
May 13, 2025
The Shield of Achilles: Perspective and Symbolism of the Divine
Hephaestus' brilliance in crafting the Shield of Achilles is in its message of the cost of war versus the benefits of peace.
May 12, 2025
I Believe in Australia: Realising Infinite Potential Through Courage and Unity
The opportunity for Australians of all colours, creeds and origins to reject division are within our reach.
May 11, 2025
The Banality of Evil and the Absurd: Mauthausen-Gusen, MAGA, QAnon and Modern Conspiracy Movements Through Albert Camus’s Existentialist Philosophy
Mauthausen-Gusen serves as a reminder of the banality of evil, where thoughtless obedience facilitated genocide.
May 3, 2025
Accountability / Government / Human Rights / International Law / Justice / Shared humanity / United Nations
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Legal, Moral and Political Analysis of Israel’s Blockade and the UN’s Response
Guterres' statements around the breach of human rights in Gaza highlight the injustice of the indiscriminate attacks of civilians.
April 11, 2025
Accountability / Corruption / Discrimination/Racism / Justice / Political theory / Respect / Rule of Law / Shared humanity
Sports and Society: Reflections on Fairness and the Rule of Law
Fairness, be it in sport of society, underpins trust in authority and the rule of the game as well as the rule of law.
April 10, 2025
Commonwealth Government / Discrimination/Racism / Racism / Refugee Policy / Refugees / Shared humanity / White Australia / Xenophobia
The Irreversibility of Multiculturalism and the Challenges of Divisive Leadership: A Case Study of Peter Dutton in Australia
The Opposition Leader's position on immigration and diversity demonstrate his divisive intent, rather than support for diversity and inclusion.
April 3, 2025
Corporate responsibility / Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Genocide / Government / Human Rights / International Law / Rule of Law / Shared humanity / United Nations
The Equality of Human Life: A Philosophical and Practical Examination
Every human life holds equal value, regardless of individual differences and is pivotal in ethical and legal frameworks.
March 24, 2025
Humanity at the Crossroads: Navigating Existential Threats in a Fractured World
Authoritarianism and science skeptics are driving the Earth to a climate catastrophe.
March 21, 2025
The Clash of Perspectives: Julius Stone, Jewish Identity and the Zionist Imperative
Following the Holocaust, Julius Stone viewed the conception of Israel a practical necessity to prevent threat to the existence of the Jewish people.
March 17, 2025
A Life of Duty, Identity, and Controversy: The Story of Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs
Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs serves as a model for the integration of identity in public service, where the future of the world are paramount.
March 16, 2025
Overcoming the Anti-Incrementalism Bias: The Power of Modest Expectations
How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!
March 15, 2025
The Difference Between Zionism and Judaism: Ideology versus Faith
Resolving the Isreal-Palestine conflict requires understanding all sides of the matter, including the difference between Zionism and Judaism.
March 5, 2025
The Value of Every Life: Unlocking Humanity’s True Potential
Every act of kindness, no matter how small, adds up to a ripple effect that can change the world.
March 4, 2025
Bill of Rights / Culture / Domestic Law / Equality / Human Rights / International Law / Respect / Rule of Law / Shared humanity / United Nations
Human Dignity: A Multi-faceted Concept in Contemporary Discourse
Rights bloom for us all, Dignity stands tall – unbowed, Universal truth.by Bakchos Abstract Human dignity is a concept that has gained significant attention in various fields, including philosophy, law,…
February 15, 2025
The Pagan and Christian Origins of Valentine’s Day: A Comprehensive Analysis
The origins of Valentine’s Day are a rich tapestry woven from both pagan and Christian traditions.
February 14, 2025
Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / Equality / Equality of opportunity / Government / Human Rights / International Law / Justice / Shared humanity / United Nations / Xenophobia
The Complexities of Human Rights in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A Dual Perspective
The Thread That Binds UsWe walk beneath the same wide sky, No matter where or how or why. Our hearts beat out a common tune, A melody under the sun…
February 12, 2025
The Effects of Mandatory Sentencing: An In-Depth Examination
Mandatory sentencing disproportionately affects marginalist populations.
February 8, 2025