Tony Jones exposes the heartbreak and science behind primate labs The former Q&A host has directed and written a new documentary called Sentient. The Canberra Times · Aug 22
Peter Singer: ‘Capitalism is still the most productive economic system that ever existed’ Once dubbed ‘the most dangerous man on Earth’, the world-renowned moral philosopher discusses accepting capitalism, the return of Trump and disappointment in his most famous work’s impact The Guardian - AU · Aug 14
Tony Jones: ‘I’m very far from being an activist’ The journalist turned film-maker on empathy, his investigation into animal testing, and life in one of Australia’s most enduring media power couples The Guardian - AU · Aug 7
She was an idealistic ANU student, then she joined the corporate machine What happens when the idealism of youth must face the compromises of life? The Canberra Times · Jul 4
Quote of the day by Peter Singer: “The more we can reduce unnecessary suffering, the better the world becomes.” Learn the powerful life lesson from the modern thinker who believes ignoring human and animal suffering is morally wrong — and how to create a more compassionate and meaningful life through small human actions Quote of the day by Peter Singer: ‘The question is not whether we can ignore suffering, but whether we choose to.’” Peter Singer’s philosophy on utilitarianism, animal rights, effective altruism, vegan ethics, and global poverty still drives modern ethical debate worldwide. His ideas challenge luxury, waste, factory farming, and social… The Economic Times · May 28
‘A mixed blessing’: crowdfunding has changed the way we give, but is it fair and effective? Millions of dollars have been raised for Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed, while campaigns are backing families hit by Victoria’s bushfires. What does this way of giving mean for the charity sector? The Guardian - AU · Feb 2
50 Funny, Wholesome And Unhinged Acts That “Chaotic Good” People Did With Good Intentions In Mind A person who is "chaotic good" is someone who has a kind heart and a free spirit. They act according to their conscience, with little regard for what others expect of them. People are big fans of this archetype — which got its name from the popular fantasy role-playing game… Bored Panda · Dec 15, 2025
Should we widen our ‘moral circle’? Philosopher Jeff Sebo argues we now have no choice Should we care about AI systems when they become so advanced they appear to be almost human in key respects? Do we have a duty of care to microbes? Or to farmed insects? Or to the future wild creatures who might have lived were it not for the negative long-term… The Conversation · Jun 9, 2025
The philosopher’s machine: my conversation with Peter Singer’s AI chatbot The world’s most famous living philosopher has launched a chatbot to deal with ethical dilemmas. One former philosophy student-turned-journalist tests it out The Guardian - AU · Apr 17, 2025
Gamers Claim 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II' Predicted US-China Trade War Over Rare Earth Metals For the year 2025 storyline of the game, it is worth noting that rare earth minerals played a key role in the global conflict. International Business Times UK · Apr 14, 2025
Consider The Turkey: philosopher’s new book might put you off your festive bird – and that’s exactly what he would want Australian philosopher Peter Singer has been a champion of animal rights for more than 50 years. The Conversation · Dec 16, 2024
Javier Bardem Calls For Peace Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict Renowned actor Javier Bardem speaks out against Hamas attacks, advocates for peace in Israeli-Hamas conflict, and emphasizes the importance of promoting co... Top News · Oct 2, 2024
‘I’ll have them with hot sauce’: should vegans eat oysters? Bivalve veganism is built on the philosophy that molluscs such as mussels and oysters feel no pain. But some say the scientific jury is still out The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2024
Philospher Peter Godfrey-Smith: ‘To some extent, our planet would be better off without humanity’ With the bestselling Other Minds, the philosopher dramatically changed our view of octopuses. Now, concluding his trilogy about the evolution of intelligence, he shows how animal life has shaped the planet itself The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2023 Getting rich in order to give to the poor? The jury’s out, but it seems morally shaky Trial of philanthropic crypto poster boy Sam Bankman-Fried exposes the flaws in a philosophy that negates the need for social change
The Conversation · Sep 21, 2023 Paying for hostages' release involves moral risks − a political philosopher explains Five Americans held as hostages by Iran have been returned to the United States following a political deal in which President Joe Biden agreed to unfreeze US$6 billion in Iranian funds held in South Korean banks in exchange for the prisoners.
The Conversation · Sep 7, 2023 A moral argument to search the landfill in Winnipeg for murdered Indigenous women In May 2022, Winnipeg resident Jeremy Skibicki was arrested and charged with the murder of 24-year-old Rebecca Contois.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2023 ‘What if everybody decided not to have children?’ The philosopher questioning humanity’s future Émile Torres has become a thorn in the side of the branch of moral philosophy that advocates prioritising our distant descendants. They explain the danger of utopian movements
Salon · Jul 4, 2023 The far-reaching impact of beef Author Peter Singer on the real impact of that steak or hamburger you're nonchalantly eating
The Conversation · Jun 14, 2023 'We are gambling with the future of our planet for the sake of hamburgers': Peter Singer on climate change I wasn’t aware of climate change until the 1980s — hardly anyone was — and even when we recognised the dire threat that burning fossil fuels posed, it took time for the role of animal production in warming the planet to be understood.
The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2023 5 new books to read this week This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Bored Gay Werewolf by Tony Santorella and A Death In The Parish by Reverend Richard Coles.
The Conversation · Jun 12, 2023 Peter Singer's fresh take on Animal Liberation – a book that changed the world, but not enough In March, the ABC aired a story showing footage of pigs in Australian abattoirs being stunned with carbon dioxide before having their throats cut. Packed into small, gas-filled chambers, these animals could be viewed writhing, gasping and screaming in distress, some foaming at the mouth.
France 24 · Jun 6, 2023 Why Macron is reading sci-fi thrillers to prepare for the wars of the future As parliament gears up for a vote Wednesday on plans to boost military spending, the French Armed Forces look set to continue hiring science fiction authors to imagine future threats to national security. So far, sci-fi novelists from the Red Team Defense project have written more than a dozen stories…
The Guardian - AU · May 26, 2023 Five Great Reads: the future of journalism, farewelling Martin Amis and secrets of a hostage negotiator Guardian Australia’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Imogen Dewey