Archive for the ‘In the news’ Category

Changing legislation to suit the times?

Several years ago I watched a documentary about the legalisation of pornography in Denmark. It is not something I would normally watch, but I saw an advert for it and I was drawn in by the debate that surrounded the change. As it turned out I was really glad I watched it as I learned [...]

President Obama’s and Jesus’ visits

Several weeks ago US President Barrack Obama visited Australia. By all reports it was a good visit and relations between Australia and the USA were further strengthened. One thing that has stuck in my mind since is the security measures that were took place to make the visit safe for him. Hundreds of security personnel, [...]

Racism and the Image of God

I see on the news today there is another racism row. It seems the head of FIFA has made some statements about players who are targets of racial abuse on the pitch should just shake hands and forget it. I can see how this would cause a big storm seeing the great advances that have [...]

Where has modesty gone?

My wife, kids and I really enjoy watching tv shows like Xfactor. We enjoy seeing the new talent that seems to come out each year and the amazing voices. One thing I don’t like is the way the girls are dressing on the show. Both the backup dancers and the contestants. I am wondering why [...]

SBS Documentry: Go back to where you came from

Wow. I just finished watching the first episode online of the SBS Docmentry “Go back to where you came from”. It is very powerful stuff. Here’s some of the show information… “Six ordinary Australians agree to challenge their preconceived notions about refugees and asylum seekers by embarking on a confronting 25-day journey. Tracing in reverse [...]