Michael Fong
@michaelfong.bsky.social
He/They | 🇭🇰🇬🇧🇦🇺 | Egyptology, Baroque Music, Education, Computing/FOSS | Views are my own
// While the current US-Israel war against Iran is different in many ways to ancient wars directed at Persia, the 3rd-century Sasanian rock reliefs are reminders of what can go wrong.
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An ancient oracle warned invading Persia would backfire – from Croesus to Trump, rulers have failed to listen
The ancient Greeks and Romans invaded Persia multiple times. The risks were high, the logistics complicated, and wars were a lot easier to start than end.
theconversation.com
April 9, 2026 at 3:40 AM
// While the current US-Israel war against Iran is different in many ways to ancient wars directed at Persia, the 3rd-century Sasanian rock reliefs are reminders of what can go wrong.
theconversation.com/an-ancient-o...
theconversation.com/an-ancient-o...
Some good news from public schools in NSW - Keffiyeh is now a-okay for Harmony Day and Year 12 formal... Though it takes someone to take legal action before the department to concede that 😅
education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-...
education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-...
A statement
An agreed statement by the NSW Department of Education.
education.nsw.gov.au
March 3, 2026 at 5:39 AM
Some good news from public schools in NSW - Keffiyeh is now a-okay for Harmony Day and Year 12 formal... Though it takes someone to take legal action before the department to concede that 😅
education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-...
education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-...
Concerned about CCP police intimidating families in China over HungryPanda delivery drivers planning a strike in Australia. The right to strike is protected under int'l law and Australia is a signatory to such law. These foreign interference should cease immediately.
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...
HungryPanda delivery drivers say police contacted family back home
Riders embroiled in a dispute over pay and conditions with food delivery company HungryPanda in Sydney say Chinese police have asserted pressure back home to stop them protesting.
www.abc.net.au
February 19, 2026 at 5:32 AM
Concerned about CCP police intimidating families in China over HungryPanda delivery drivers planning a strike in Australia. The right to strike is protected under int'l law and Australia is a signatory to such law. These foreign interference should cease immediately.
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...
// Under NSW’s new hate-speech regulations, now expanded to specifically include teacher conduct, that teacher may hesitate... When educators must calculate legal risk before responding to student questions, these teachable moments begin to vanish, replaced by silence
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www.smh.com.au/national/his...
History teachers are terrified by new hate speech laws, with good reason
Could explaining historical antisemitism be perceived as vilifying Jewish people? Newly enacted NSW laws could lead to silence.
www.smh.com.au
February 16, 2026 at 5:48 AM
// Under NSW’s new hate-speech regulations, now expanded to specifically include teacher conduct, that teacher may hesitate... When educators must calculate legal risk before responding to student questions, these teachable moments begin to vanish, replaced by silence
www.smh.com.au/national/his...
www.smh.com.au/national/his...
Good news from Queensland - The stolen Egyptian artefacts are found intact with only minor damage.
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
Update - Enter premises and commit public appeal, Caboolture - Queensland Police News
Officers from Moreton North Property Crime Taskforce have charged a 52-year-old man with multiple offences following an incident at a Caboolture museum
mypolice.qld.gov.au
February 15, 2026 at 5:16 AM
Good news from Queensland - The stolen Egyptian artefacts are found intact with only minor damage.
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
Devastating news from Abbey Museum in Queensland - A number of Egyptian artefacts (including a mummy mask) have been stolen from the museum.
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
Enter premises and commit public appeal, Caboolture - Queensland Police News
Officers from Moreton North Property Crime Taskforce are appealing for public assistance following an enter premises and commit of a museum in Caboolture
mypolice.qld.gov.au
February 13, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Devastating news from Abbey Museum in Queensland - A number of Egyptian artefacts (including a mummy mask) have been stolen from the museum.
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/02...
Sydney's "Blue Goose" V Set interurban train on its second last day of service.
January 29, 2026 at 8:23 AM
Sydney's "Blue Goose" V Set interurban train on its second last day of service.
Sad to learn about the passing of Prof Dame Marie Bashir, former Governor of NSW. Over the years as the patron for many orchestras and ensembles, she regularly graces us with her presence at concert halls.
January 24, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Sad to learn about the passing of Prof Dame Marie Bashir, former Governor of NSW. Over the years as the patron for many orchestras and ensembles, she regularly graces us with her presence at concert halls.
Escaping from the Aussie summer heat.
January 8, 2026 at 4:23 AM
Escaping from the Aussie summer heat.
My words to war criminals: Keep your dirty hands off our police forces.
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www.news.com.au/national/pol...
www.news.com.au
January 3, 2026 at 4:49 AM
My words to war criminals: Keep your dirty hands off our police forces.
www.news.com.au/national/pol...
www.news.com.au/national/pol...
Happy new year from Sydney.
January 1, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Happy new year from Sydney.
Fine wine and good company back home.
December 31, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Fine wine and good company back home.
Leaving Kangaroo Island by plane. What a view from the sky above!
December 31, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Leaving Kangaroo Island by plane. What a view from the sky above!
Saying hello to the local population in Kingscote, the oldest European settlement in South Australia. Unfortunately, I have yet to see any penguins that allegedly live in the area...
December 30, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Saying hello to the local population in Kingscote, the oldest European settlement in South Australia. Unfortunately, I have yet to see any penguins that allegedly live in the area...
Private tour at the eucalyptus oil distillery.
December 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Private tour at the eucalyptus oil distillery.
An outback Christmas.
December 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
An outback Christmas.
Selfie with the mascot of this distillery: An emu!
December 30, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Selfie with the mascot of this distillery: An emu!
Dropping by the beekeepers.
December 30, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Dropping by the beekeepers.
Wine tasting and delicious meat pies for lunch with the bros.
December 30, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Wine tasting and delicious meat pies for lunch with the bros.
Magnificent view by the sea at Cape Willoughby.
December 29, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Magnificent view by the sea at Cape Willoughby.
Reposted by Michael Fong
The drills came after Beijing expressed anger at U.S. arms sales, and a statement by Japan's prime minister saying its military could get involved if China were to take action against Taiwan. n.pr/4piGc9I
Chinese military stages drills around Taiwan to warn 'external forces'
The drills came after Beijing expressed anger at U.S. arms sales, and a statement by Japan's prime minister saying its military could get involved if China were to take action against Taiwan.
n.pr
December 29, 2025 at 9:36 AM
The drills came after Beijing expressed anger at U.S. arms sales, and a statement by Japan's prime minister saying its military could get involved if China were to take action against Taiwan. n.pr/4piGc9I
View from the hotel room: American River.
December 29, 2025 at 9:46 AM
View from the hotel room: American River.
Dinner with the bros.
December 29, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Dinner with the bros.
Making a dramatic entrance.
December 29, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Making a dramatic entrance.