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Pearls and Irritations @johnmenadue.com · 7h

At a time when the value of research is being questioned, Richard Robson’s story is a powerful reminder of how scientific research leads to real-world impact. #auspol #NobelPrize

An Australian chemist just won the Nobel Prize. Here’s how his work is changing the world

The 2025 Nobel Prize in chemistry has been awarded for the development of metal-organic frameworks: molecular structures that have large spaces within them, capable of capturing and storing gases and other chemicals.

johnmenadue.com

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 23h

This little historical villages are important but without a sustainable population they die. Sensible and moderate development is important.

Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 1d

There is one word missing in this report - pedophile. Say child sexual abuse does not hold the same power. Women can be pedophiles - no wimpy excuses about a bad marriage or PND. Sexual abuse or a child makes you a pedophile - the coercion to lie aggravates the offending.

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The DILETTANTE @demwar.bsky.social · 1d

These values @albomp.bsky.social ? #auspol

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Dr Sally @drsally.bsky.social · 1d

🇮🇱BREAKING:🚨HERE IT IS:

ISRAELS FINANCE MINISTER BEZALEL SMOTRICH:

"Immediately after the hostages return home, the State of Israel will continue to strive with all its might for the true eradication of Hamas and the genuine disarmament of Gaza, so that it no longer poses threat to Israel."

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 1d

Until they are jailed - nothing will change. Until Trump is curtailed - nothing will change. Unfortunately I suspect things are going to get much worse in the USA before they get better.

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 2d

I will say again, are the owners of AI b/s prepared to make all their software open source? If not why not? What is the difference to them demanding unfettered free access to the IP of artists?

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Mister Bailey OAM @misterbailey.bsky.social · 2d

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 3d

300 events, so each group at a match will count as an event, maybe each training session? No question that hospitality facilities will host events but are they new or just taking them from other existing venues?

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 8d

Yes ok to tip - but shouldn't be expected.

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Ewart, Dave @davidewart.bsky.social · 12d

albo needs a pep talk from this woman

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1EarthMedia @1earthmedia.bsky.social · 12d

One thing I love about Bluesky is the various right wing media outlets & their hacks aren't dominating the trends each day. Those hacks are skilled in enraging & engaging you to respond to their rubbish so their names trend, not the topic.

Ms. Salt makes some good points here, eloquently:

#auspol

Agnes Mack @agnessmack.bsky.social · 15d

You’re being played – your part in the culture wars theshot.net.au/uncategorize...

You’re being played – your part in the culture wars - The Shot

When Zack de la Rocha told you to rage against the machine, he didn’t mean take it literally. Agitprop. Fury bait. Yes, you feed it too.

theshot.net.au

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 13d

You would think super deal maker Trump (sarcasm) would appreciate that Australia is getting the best deal. That is admirable. Profits are now obscene not reasonable. Sky high pay to execs should be stopped.

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 13d

Heed lessons of history when dealing with Trump

www.thenewdaily.com.au/opinion/2025...
We are fortunate to still have some journalists in Aus prepared to analyse rather than repeat media releases. Thank you @amyremeikis.bsky.social

Australia must heed the lessons of history when it comes to Trump

Trump is only nine months into his second term and is not wasting any time. By pretending it can move forward with the US, Australia is.

www.thenewdaily.com.au

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David Milner @davemilbo.bsky.social · 15d

Here's me. "The Yanks are cooked (and cooking the rest of us)"

The Yanks are cooked (and cooking the rest of us) - The Shot

American authoritarianism is an echo of tyrants’ past and its own unique perversion: shrouded in goldleaf, ski masks, and utter bullshit.

theshot.net.au

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Robyn D @koparafallskid.bsky.social · 15d

#auspol, hope Bug1 is correct.

Note to O/S readers, Australia's "Liberal" Party is the CONSERVATIVE party here, e.g. our version of the GOP.

bug1 @bug1.bsky.social · 15d

Libs have been chasing hard right vote for two decades, following Hansen.

Conservatives control the "Liberals", moderates are pushed out, but it hasn't work electorally. Voters choose independents.

Voters know media spin here.

Chasing extremists has put the Liberal party in a doom loop.

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 15d

Why is the USA still giving money to Israel?

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 15d

My daughter & son in law have a Polestar 3 - they love it!

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Garth-Gasu ガース in日本語 @gasugasu1984.bsky.social · 16d

This is science and brilliant, not some heroin addled brain worm idea. Great for Tasmania as well which has the 2nd highest reported rate of Huntington's Disease in the world.
www.bbc.com/news/article...

Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time - BBC News

One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.

www.bbc.com

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 16d

Ms Ley would do far better to be addressing Australians rather than grovelling to Republicans who are destroying the rule of law in the US.

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Maranoa Girl @maranoagirl.bsky.social · 16d

Australia. Islamophobia. michaelwest.com.au/islamophobia...

Islamophobia in Australia, antisemitism's ignored cousin - Michael West

The National Response to Islamophobia report is out, confirming what Muslim Australians have long known: anti-Muslim prejudice is systemic.

michaelwest.com.au

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Jessica D. M. 🇺🇦 🇦🇺 🇨🇦 🇵🇦 🇬🇱 🪃 🟧 @jessicaperthwa.bsky.social · 17d

Sky News Australia staffer helped arrange bacon on guest’s shirt before offensive anti-Islam interview | Sky News Australia | The Guardian share.google/n9PDT1a4EXyG.... We are rightly told not to be anti Semitic yet Sky does this shit towards our Muslim Community. #Auspol #News #Australia

Sky News Australia staffer helped arrange bacon on guest’s shirt before offensive anti-Islam interview

UK-based influencer Ryan Williams posts friendly interaction with staffer revealing how much News Corp knew about the content before the segment

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 17d

Ran out of talent - again...

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maplepoutine.bsky.social @maplepoutine.bsky.social · 18d

The president who isn’t a doctor,is taking advice from a guy who isn’t a doctor who is working closely with a doctor,who was disciplined by his regulatory profession for dispensing fake medical advice, is giving out medical advice to pregnant women. JFC
#Trump

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Sandra M Aus @igfbss.bsky.social · 18d

The US is no longer safe for anybody who is not white, male & loudly MAGA. The violence & hatred is out and spreading like wildfire. The rule of law only applies to the select few.

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