In November 2002 the Paphos theatre team revealed the reused fragment of the Antonine dedicatory inscription of the theatre. It had been placed facedown as a threshold onto the orchestra during a later phases of use. It is the largest marble inscription ever found in Cyprus. #findsfriday

Tonight was a very bad night.

Brilliant by Tony Windsor @thesaturdaypaper.com.au “Rarely has a man of such little substance had so much consequence.” #auspol www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/share/22029/...

Tony Windsor is always worthwhile. What is the purpose of Barnaby Joyce? www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/comment/topi...

Excellent opinion piece.

Sounds like a load of gobblers to me …

For you @raylaurence1.bsky.social Two turkeys?

Microsoft forced its AI into 365 and wanted people to pay extra for the privilege. Didn't make it obvious that there was an option without AI. The ACCC is now suing them over it. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

A senate interim report into Australia’s universities has heard that, along with a lack of internal scrutiny, councils and the executives who control them face almost no scrutiny from outside. Remuneration committees are especially secretive, writes Tim Moore. satpa.pe/OavkXVQ

“Andrew Hastie is taking such positions just to stir emotions and fear, ignoring hard facts in each case, which defines him as opportunistic at best, and delusional at the other end of the scale,” writes John Hewson. satpa.pe/7qfUl98

Marcia Langton on the bill that quietly goes further than what she had hoped the 2023 Voice referendum could achieve. “This historic document outlines the terms for the first Australian experiment in shared sovereignty and Indigenous self-determination.” satpa.pe/nF6ARCt

“Australia should end all defence ties with Israel and cease trade in anything with potential military application, including raw materials, technology or so-called “dual use” material, such as drones." - Chris Sidoti

Mass slaughter in Gaza stands apart from other genocides, Chris Sidoti says – ‘People cannot escape’

Chris Sidoti, former Human Rights Commissioner, at the National Press Club: “The Genocide Convention not only requires that we not commit genocide - it also requires that we act to prevent genocide.” #npc

Today at the National Press Club #NPC AEST 12:30pm ABC (scheduled, subject to change) Professor Ben Saul & Chris Sidoti, will Address the National Press Club of Australia on “Palestine recognition: necessary but insufficient”. 🐝 #auspol

Two globally renowned figures in the field of human rights - Ben Saul and Ben Sidoti - will address the National Press Club in Canberra on 1 October on the topic “Palestine recognition: necessary but insufficient”. 11.30am onwards and will be broadcast live by the ABC’s News channel. #auspol

Chris Sidoti and Ben Saul at the National Press Club currently being live-streamed on ABC NewsRadio saying all the things right now.

View the Finnish model Jason; we do not need to fund private schools. C/- The Saturday Paper. Jane Caro: "The segregation crisis in schools funding"... September 27 – October 3, 2025 www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/comment/topi...

Very much looking forward to seeing Wright's 'Troy' at the Malthouse. What about a Sydney run for the production?

There are wars, and rumours of more wars, but almost total neglect of what should be the most significant global battle: keeping the planet habitable, writes John Hewson. satpa.pe/OGsKDas

AI is rapidly diffusing into all aspects of our lives, including our workplaces, for the future of higher education. We need to ensure that AI is introduced ethically, following genuine consultation, and in ways that do not disadvantage university staff. 💬 SHARE YOUR STORY: nteu.info/aistory

Three monumental statues were recovered from the seabed of Abu Qir Bay, Egypt'’s first such underwater operation in 25 years. english.ahram.org.eg/News/551647.... 🏺 #archaeology

'In a first, the city’s biggest cultural institutions are run by women' A piece on the transformation of Sydney's cultural leadership (paywalled) www.smh.com.au/culture/art-...

There are risks in Australia’s row with Israel, but it’s Netanyahu who is trashing the relationship

Breaking news: The White House will launch an aggressive review of Smithsonian exhibitions, collections and operations ahead of America’s 250th birthday celebrations next year.

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Too easy! My @smh @theage cartoon.

ICYMI- my #AI #Auspol cartoon for @australia.theguardian.com

Monday's cartoon in The Mercury Newspaper: The Winning Heat

Killing time. My cartoon in today's @theageaustralia.bsky.social and @sydmorningherald.bsky.social

“Sussan Ley’s reluctance to appear too sympathetic to the Palestinian cause, according to a close ally, is a response to a ‘dirt sheet’ put out by Angus Taylor’s camp in the lead-up to the leadership contest,” writes Paul Bongiorno. satpa.pe/IQWGfoi

“The Arts degree … is the degree of choice, typically, for poor people, indigenous people, women.” The Coalition's Job-ready program made Arts much more expensive and drove people away from tertiary education. So, why is Labor refusing to dump it? satpa.pe/wGpnGu7

Net zero may be personal for Barnaby Joyce, but to many Liberals who’ve seen this dance before, it looks less like selfless concern for his constituents and more like concern for his chances of reclaiming the Nationals leadership. satpa.pe/0oqRlAc

We need to continue rallying against Israeli plans and actions in Gaza.

So many people from all walks of life in the pouring rain. So heartening to participate.

‘Attacks on the humanities at Australian universities are not new – but they are now more lethal’ www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Marching with National Tertiary Education Union in support of the Palestinian people @nteunion.bsky.social

Waiting to join pro-Palestinian match in Sydney. Thousands here despite the weather!!

Support my brother Jeff's efforts to achieve better mental health outcomes for Australians: www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/...

"Being informed is a civic responsibility in a democratic society, and audiences need to be held accountable with what they choose to read and watch and give their attention to. Being passive and apathetic pushes us closer to versions of authoritarianism." http://satpa.pe/DpCdm4i

“By targeting the media and students for their free speech, including ex post facto, are you not in blatant violation of the First Amendment?” Philip Low has 25 questions for Donald Trump: http://satpa.pe/6tq30Pn

ICYMI- yesterday’s cartoon for @australia.theguardian.com

After a three-year inquest, NT Coroner Elisabeth Armitage found Kumanjayi Walker's death was avoidable, and racism played a key role. http://satpa.pe/VWMNgWL

Benjamin Netanyahu has been indicted as a war criminal. His government is systematically killing and starving the people of Gaza. He will be remembered as one of the monsters of modern history. And Trump welcomed him to the White House.

A call to action ...

"Our federal opposition still apparently has little to offer by way of constructive contributions, beyond their vague commitment at the last election to increase defence spending by some $21 billion," writes John Hewson. http://satpa.pe/hnOrNg0