THE United Nations' Hague-based International Court of Justice yesterday ruled that Japan's annual Antarctic whale hunt must stop because it is not scientific.I wonder how much trouble the Japanese did have getting their research on skinny … [Read more...] about Stop the Whaling
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Japanese Whale Harvest Halted by Activists Operating ‘Small Navy’?
I HAVE no problems with the sustainable harvest of whales in the Southern Ocean using a grenade tipped harpoon to facilitate a quick death. This is the method used by the Japanese. Usually the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports extensively … [Read more...] about Japanese Whale Harvest Halted by Activists Operating ‘Small Navy’?
Definitions of Science: Double Standards from Australian Government
The Australian legal system ruled on the definition of science some years ago, however, the Australian government is now pursuing the Japanese and their whaling program on the basis of an all together different definition, explains Charlotte … [Read more...] about Definitions of Science: Double Standards from Australian Government
Japan Attacks Aussie Moralising on Whaling
JAPAN has told the UN's top court that Australia's anti-whaling stance is part of a 'civilising mission and moral crusade' that is totally out of place in the modern world.That's according to Sky News, and I couldn't agree more. The article … [Read more...] about Japan Attacks Aussie Moralising on Whaling
Whale on Menu for Activists?
THE Australian government is under pressure to secure the release of three Australian activists detained after boarding a Japanese whaling security ship the Shonan Maru No 2. But it is more likely the men will be taken to Japan to face legal … [Read more...] about Whale on Menu for Activists?
Dugong Slaughter Suspended
Good news! Traditional hunters have agreed to suspend the hunting of dugongs and turtles in North Queensland. More here. … [Read more...] about Dugong Slaughter Suspended
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.