Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1h

Great photos. Glad I wasn't there! 😱

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2h

Another data breach...

"Qantas is one of almost 40 global companies that have until Friday to begin ransom negotiations with hackers who are threatening to leak up to 1bn personal data records." #auspol

www.theguardian.com/business/202...

Qantas among nearly 40 companies facing ransom demand from hacker group

Hacker collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters reportedly threatening to leak stolen personal data from dozens of firms in major extortion attempt

www.theguardian.com

6 6

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Prof Brendan Crabb AC @brendancrabb.bsky.social · 2d

As an Australian, I’m especially proud to be in PNG today. 50 years ago, demonstrating how interdependent and close our countries are, Gough Whitlam said something like, “Australia can only be fully free when PNG is fully free”. This announcement is in that spirit.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

'Our nearest neighbour is our newest ally': Albanese, Marape sign new defence treaty

PNG and Australia formally sign a landmark new defence treaty, elevating the bilateral relationship between the two countries to an alliance and agreeing to "act to meet the common danger" if the othe...

www.abc.net.au

1 11 27

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

John Holmes @jhaue.bsky.social · 14h

How does your immune system stay balanced? A Nobel Prize-winning answer
theconversation.com/how-does-you...

How does your immune system stay balanced? A Nobel Prize-winning answer

Regulatory T cells help your immune system distinguish between ‘self’ and ‘nonself’ – and can open doors to better treatments for cancer, autoimmune disease and transplant rejection.

theconversation.com

2 5

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Pearls and Irritations @johnmenadue.com · 14h

Unless we can resolve the housing crisis, wealth will become more unequally distributed in Australia creating a country of “haves” and “have-nots” when it comes to the most important item determining our living standards. #auspol #housingcrisis

Inequality and the future of democracy

Rising inequality and declining living standards have posed a threat to democracy in several democracies, but so far not in Australia. However, the increasing inequality of wealth, driven by housing becoming unaffordable without rich parents, is a threat.

johnmenadue.com

8 17 43

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1d

And they're out of Israel. Well done, DFAT.

"Seven Australian activists arrested while trying to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have been deported to Jordan, the ABC understands." #auspol #flotilla #Gaza

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

Australians released from Israeli detention after alleged beatings

Seven Australian activists arrested while trying to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have been deported to Jordan, the ABC understands.

www.abc.net.au

2 8 43

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

The DILETTANTE @demwar.bsky.social · 1d

Joe O’Brien of ABC News is a uniquely empathetic soul. That he demonstrates his empathy on the national broadcaster is a (non religious) blessing for us all

2 2 32

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1d

I agree. Joe is one of the best, and to openly show humanity with such authenticity is rare in the media.

1 3

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Lex McMenamin (they/them) @leximcmenamin.com · 1d

Greta Thunberg, deported to Greece, says the targeting of the Sumud Flotilla is "not the story" @teenvogue.com — instead, she says:

"Israel once again violated international humanitarian law by preventing aid from getting into Gaza while people are being starved.”

Greta Thunberg On Her Detention: I'm "Not The Story" — It's Israel Violating International Humanitarian Law

“I could talk for a very, very long time about our mistreatment and abuses in our imprisonment. Trust me. But that is not the story.”

www.teenvogue.com

35 1.6K 4.2K

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1d

Australian Turia Pitt has written a new book "Selfish". Just saw her interviewed this morning on #9, and it was a timely reminder of how this extraordinary woman has navigated difficult times. Lessons for all of us. Turia's latest book is a must-read.

Digital Brain @yourdigitalbrain.bsky.social · Aug 30

Turia Pitt suffered burns to 65% of her body during a 2011 ultramarathon.
After 200+ surgeries, she became an athlete, author, and speaker.
Today, she’s a global icon of resilience and recovery.

1 5

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1d

Well worth reading as we head into bushfire season.

"New Australian research shows, globally, major bushfire events are becoming more frequent, fatal and economically damaging. It found the southern coast of Australia was at high risk." #auspol

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

Australia's south coast 'very, very high risk' for bushfires, modelling shows

New Australian research shows, globally, major bushfire events are becoming more frequent, fatal and economically damaging.

www.abc.net.au

1 3 7

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 1d

Me too. Sounds like the best plan so far.

1

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

Kill me now 🥴

"Scott Morrison has praised Donald Trump for his 20-point peace plan for Gaza, adding that if it succeeds he could think of no recipient “more worthy” than the US president for the Nobel peace prize." #auspol

www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

Scott Morrison says Trump deserves a Nobel prize if president’s Gaza peace plan works

The former Australian PM describes the plan as an ‘absolute gamechanger’ as US officials arrive in Egypt for talks

www.theguardian.com

10 3 12

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

Oh gosh. I hope that gets resolved easily, Kerrie. All the best.

2

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Robyn D @koparafallskid.bsky.social · 2d

Women's heart attack care improving but not fast enough, researchers say

It's estimated the gender gap in care won't close for at least another decade without further action.

#health MedSky #auspol

Heart attack signs look different in women. It affects the care they receive

Australian women having a heart attack are less likely to be promptly diagnosed and treated compared to men, although the gender gap in cardiac care is narrowing.

www.abc.net.au

1 19 38

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 2d

Covid is not over.

People are still dying and becoming disabled every day.

We rushed “back to normal” for the economy, not because the threat had passed.

When you wear a mask, you’re not only protecting your health, you’re saying you don’t believe anyone is expendable.

21 260 810

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Marcus Kelson @marcuskelson.bsky.social · 2d

Here’s a thought, stop climbing the bloody thing…
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

Mount Everest rescue under way after snowstorm traps nearly 1,000 people

Hundreds of trekkers stranded by blizzard on eastern face of mountain in Tibet already guided to safety by rescuers

www.theguardian.com

15 25 170

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

DFAT confirms there are seven Australians being held in a "high-security prison in the Negev desert after being arrested as part of the pro-Palestinian flotilla carrying aid to Gaza". Consular assistance is being provided through "in-person visits". #auspol

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

Australian Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel complain of ‘degrading and humiliating’ treatment

One tells consular officials his arm was dislocated and head slammed into ground while another fears she may have a stroke

www.theguardian.com

1 8

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

That's certainly a reason to call it early. Have a great birthday, Ian. 🥳

1 4

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

Life tip 👇😊

If I waited until I had all my ducks in a row, I'd never get across the street. Sometimes you just have to gather up what you've got and make a run for it.

1 5

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

Spring blossoms nearly at an end. It's a short-lived season but one of beauty. 🥰
#Canberra
#trees
#BloomScrolling

A park with green grass and a multitude of various trees. Foreground shows a small tree covered in pale-to-mid pink blossoms. Blue sky and soft white clouds above.

1 29

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 2d

This process is critical. For our govt to do a running commentary may put this in jeopardy.

"Officials from the Australian Embassy in Tel Aviv are on the ground in Ketziot to support Australians in detention..." #auspol #flotilla #Gaza

www.sbs.com.au/news/article...

Australian officials 'on the ground' helping Gaza flotilla activists detained in Israel

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade says at least five Australians are detained in Israel, while Global Sumud Flotilla organisers say Israel has seven Australians in custody.

www.sbs.com.au

1 3

Reposted by Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺

Dr Desirée Kozlowski @pleasurelab.bsky.social · 3d

Come, stand with me for a moment
Feel the clear, cool water pulse across your feet
See the tiny fishes darting to and fro
Bask in the sunshine, warm on your back
Take it all in
Breathe deeply
And know it is for moments like this that we live

9 34 190

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 3d

A lovely post, Dr K. ❤️

1 1

Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 @kerryjaggers.bsky.social · 3d

Ok. It's a long weekend. To all you interstate drivers enjoying the nation's capital - speed limits apply here too! It's a thing. When the sign is 50, for example, that does not mean 80km/hr. Slow the f**k down. Otherwise, love you lots. xx
#Canberra

2 1 9