Phillip Done, a reader of this web-log, reviews a recent article in New Scientist: "The 27 August 2005 New Scientist (NS) has an article Global Warming: The flaw in the thaw. It examines recent developments in worldwide glacial retreat. 79 out of … [Read more...] about Glaciers Surveyed, Article Reviewed
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Organic Food Crisis – Problems with Paper Trail
According to the Britian's Observer newspaper: Britain's organic food revolution was facing its first serious test last night after an Observer investigation revealed disturbing levels of fraud within the industry. Farmers, retailers and food … [Read more...] about Organic Food Crisis – Problems with Paper Trail
Food Taboos – Harris’ View
There has been a bit of discussion at this web-log about GM versus organic food. My position is well known including that I consider the aversion to GM irrational. I have written in the IPA Review (March 2004, Vol 56, No. 1) that GM is the new … [Read more...] about Food Taboos – Harris’ View
Build Dams So Hydra Can Wash Her Hair
I don't think KPMG partner Bernard Salt would like Hydra Sustainable -a member of the Victorian Government's eco-perfect family. In today's The Australian, Salt complains about hotels suggesting he re-use his towel to save water. Hydra goes as far … [Read more...] about Build Dams So Hydra Can Wash Her Hair
Saving the Planet Starts with The Sustainables?
The Victorian government has endorsed the activites of a family called the Sustainables. This family has identified 10 things that we can all do to save the planet. They are: 1. Take a four minute power shower 2. Take reusable bags with you when … [Read more...] about Saving the Planet Starts with The Sustainables?
On Politics (Part 3)
This follows my earlier two postings 'on politics' including the proposition that the left think the right are evil: "The truth is not as simple as the question are people good or bad, as we so often put it. It is not as easy as Hobbes or Rousseau, … [Read more...] about On Politics (Part 3)
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
