Beth
@bkind01.bsky.social
Love science, arts, nature, and education. Wadawurrung country.
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NASA released a bunch of 16 and 35mm film engineering footage of the Artemis II launch today.
Naturally I knew what I had to do with it.
Naturally I knew what I had to do with it.
September 16, 2026 at 3:06 AM
NASA released a bunch of 16 and 35mm film engineering footage of the Artemis II launch today.
Naturally I knew what I had to do with it.
Naturally I knew what I had to do with it.
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ndconnection.co.uk/blog/autism-... Latest neurodivergent research roundup of some of the best and most discussion-worthy findings, from me. Lots to think about in this, as ever. Please feel free to share.
Autism, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Diagnosis and Support — What’s New in August — Neurodiverse Connection
In this research roundup, Ann Memmott brings together recent August papers exploring Autism, ADHD and Neurodivergence. The studies examine diagnosis and underdiagnosis, self-identification, quality of...
ndconnection.co.uk
September 1, 2026 at 10:17 AM
ndconnection.co.uk/blog/autism-... Latest neurodivergent research roundup of some of the best and most discussion-worthy findings, from me. Lots to think about in this, as ever. Please feel free to share.
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“Lost media” no longer! I finally got permission to upload “AL’S BRAIN,” an 11-minute educational 3-D film attraction which ran at the Orange County and Western Washington fairs, and hasn’t been seen publicly since 2009. You can watch the whole thing here: youtu.be/2xujU87ZHt4
August 31, 2026 at 4:19 PM
“Lost media” no longer! I finally got permission to upload “AL’S BRAIN,” an 11-minute educational 3-D film attraction which ran at the Orange County and Western Washington fairs, and hasn’t been seen publicly since 2009. You can watch the whole thing here: youtu.be/2xujU87ZHt4
This is what my sister has been seeing. Always a rational explanation.
Hobby astronomers unite with former NASA engineer to uncover source of mysterious space lights
Unlikely team uncover source of mysterious space lights seen in Queensland
Hobby astronomers partner with a retired NASA engineer to investigate the source of swirling lights seen in the night sky from Central Queensland.
www.abc.net.au
August 29, 2026 at 7:46 AM
This is what my sister has been seeing. Always a rational explanation.
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Get Autism, Identity and Me: A Practical Workbook to Empower Adults – PREORDER NOW!
I know I've already made a post about our workbook this week, but we have a quick update on the book... Several bookstores have opened preorders for the Autism, Identity, and Me adult workbook!
I know I've already made a post about our workbook this week, but we have a quick update on the book... Several bookstores have opened preorders for the Autism, Identity, and Me adult workbook!
Autism, Identity and Me: A Practical Workbook to Empower Adults
This empowering workbook has been designed to help Autistic adults, whether newly diagnosed or self-identifying, to develop a positive understanding of their unique Autistic identity.
neurodivergentrebel.com
July 9, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Get Autism, Identity and Me: A Practical Workbook to Empower Adults – PREORDER NOW!
I know I've already made a post about our workbook this week, but we have a quick update on the book... Several bookstores have opened preorders for the Autism, Identity, and Me adult workbook!
I know I've already made a post about our workbook this week, but we have a quick update on the book... Several bookstores have opened preorders for the Autism, Identity, and Me adult workbook!
Soooo I can't find where to report UAPs in Australia. Any ideas?
July 29, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Soooo I can't find where to report UAPs in Australia. Any ideas?
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Listened to the first episode of @thedailytism.com's new audio sitcom this morning and was not disappointed.
Gotta love people staring at you as you laugh out loud walking down the street.
open.spotify.com/episode/5e9h...
Gotta love people staring at you as you laugh out loud walking down the street.
open.spotify.com/episode/5e9h...
Chapter One - A Metric Fuck Tonne of Cake
It's a Superpower?? · Episode
open.spotify.com
July 27, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Listened to the first episode of @thedailytism.com's new audio sitcom this morning and was not disappointed.
Gotta love people staring at you as you laugh out loud walking down the street.
open.spotify.com/episode/5e9h...
Gotta love people staring at you as you laugh out loud walking down the street.
open.spotify.com/episode/5e9h...
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The Zoom link and all the info about tomorrow evening’s (UK time) It’s a Superpower?? virtual world premiere are now live!!
We can’t wait to see you all there in your finest red carpets!
We can’t wait to see you all there in your finest red carpets!
It’s a Superpower?? virtual world premiere Zoom link & info | The Daily Tism
Dear Terrible Autistics, The big day is finally (almost) upon us! Our virtual world premiere is tomorrow evening, Sunday 26th July at 6pm BS
www.patreon.com
July 25, 2026 at 7:18 AM
The Zoom link and all the info about tomorrow evening’s (UK time) It’s a Superpower?? virtual world premiere are now live!!
We can’t wait to see you all there in your finest red carpets!
We can’t wait to see you all there in your finest red carpets!
Smart fashion.
Adversarial fashion www.theguardian.com/fashion/2026...
‘Adversarial clothing’: are garments designed to confuse facial recognition systems about to go mainstream?
Designers say that as well as offering a degree of protection from surveillance, their clothes make a powerful fashion statement about the importance of privacy
www.theguardian.com
July 17, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Smart fashion.
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A quick hot take on Albanese's AI plan from a climate / energy perspective: ultimately nothing new, but reading between the lines, a hint at weakening a 100% clean standard specifically to allow for gas.
www.pm.gov.au/media/ai-aus...
www.pm.gov.au/media/ai-aus...
July 15, 2026 at 5:33 AM
A quick hot take on Albanese's AI plan from a climate / energy perspective: ultimately nothing new, but reading between the lines, a hint at weakening a 100% clean standard specifically to allow for gas.
www.pm.gov.au/media/ai-aus...
www.pm.gov.au/media/ai-aus...
This is incredibly accurate.
We're seeing a head-to-head race heating up between the joke candidate and Count Binface. chaser.com.au/world/aussie...
July 8, 2026 at 10:21 AM
This is incredibly accurate.
Glad this addresses power imbalance directly.
What the Double Empathy Problem Is (and Is Not).
Kilgallon E, Botha M, Dwyer P, et al.
Autism in Adulthood. 2026;0(0).
journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Kilgallon E, Botha M, Dwyer P, et al.
Autism in Adulthood. 2026;0(0).
journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Sage Journals: Discover world-class research
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June 24, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Glad this addresses power imbalance directly.
And 2.
June 14, 2026 at 6:21 AM
And 2.
Goal No 1.
June 14, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Goal No 1.
June 14, 2026 at 6:13 AM
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@rikiwilchins.bsky.social 2026 Jun BrisbaneTimes
Even as (trans-friendly ) fed judge denies request to certify nationwide class action status for trans kids' medical records, an Australian judge allows hundreds to join a class action suit in contesting GAC ban by Queensland.
Even as (trans-friendly ) fed judge denies request to certify nationwide class action status for trans kids' medical records, an Australian judge allows hundreds to join a class action suit in contesting GAC ban by Queensland.
Hundreds of children can join class action, seeking millions in claims
The complaint brought by a 12-year-old transgender child will proceed as a class action-style case, meaning hundreds of children can lodge a claim.
www.brisbanetimes.com.au
June 13, 2026 at 1:20 PM
@rikiwilchins.bsky.social 2026 Jun BrisbaneTimes
Even as (trans-friendly ) fed judge denies request to certify nationwide class action status for trans kids' medical records, an Australian judge allows hundreds to join a class action suit in contesting GAC ban by Queensland.
Even as (trans-friendly ) fed judge denies request to certify nationwide class action status for trans kids' medical records, an Australian judge allows hundreds to join a class action suit in contesting GAC ban by Queensland.
I've been to the cinema with my kid twice recently. The Mandalorian and Grogu, followed up by Masters of the Universe. They were fun movies. We laughed at some ridiculousness for a couple hours. Ignore critics, don't over think it, and find joy amongst the chaos of life.
June 8, 2026 at 7:04 AM
I've been to the cinema with my kid twice recently. The Mandalorian and Grogu, followed up by Masters of the Universe. They were fun movies. We laughed at some ridiculousness for a couple hours. Ignore critics, don't over think it, and find joy amongst the chaos of life.
If only this was the norm.
IKEA didn't build renewable generation to power 1.47 million homes because politicians told them to. They did it because the economics stacked up.
With much of the investment already paid off, savings of over half a billion USD per year on electricity costs, the fundamentals become hard to ignore.
With much of the investment already paid off, savings of over half a billion USD per year on electricity costs, the fundamentals become hard to ignore.
June 7, 2026 at 10:51 AM
If only this was the norm.
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The legacy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 and the composers who came after
Who gets to write symphonies beyond Beethoven and why it matters
Beethoven's Ninth has topped the ABC Classic 100 countdown for the fifth time. We explore its mystique and shed light on composers following in Beethoven's footsteps.
www.abc.net.au
June 7, 2026 at 7:40 AM
The legacy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 and the composers who came after
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Let's prioritize installing solar panels on structures like car parks and building rooftops instead of agricultural land, as this approach embodies sustainable development.
May 28, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Let's prioritize installing solar panels on structures like car parks and building rooftops instead of agricultural land, as this approach embodies sustainable development.
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Great to see ABC news doing this - that's Rebel News panicking because if everyone does it they no longer have a business model
@news.abc.net.au
@news.abc.net.au
May 19, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Great to see ABC news doing this - that's Rebel News panicking because if everyone does it they no longer have a business model
@news.abc.net.au
@news.abc.net.au
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The First Semi-Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest starts NOW 🥳
Enjoy the show and remember you can help decide the 10 qualifiers over at esc.vote📱
youtube.com/live/Yy510SZ...re
Enjoy the show and remember you can help decide the 10 qualifiers over at esc.vote📱
youtube.com/live/Yy510SZ...re
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 - First Semi-Final - Live from Vienna | Vote at esc.vote 🗳
YouTube video by Eurovision Song Contest
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May 12, 2026 at 7:03 PM
The First Semi-Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest starts NOW 🥳
Enjoy the show and remember you can help decide the 10 qualifiers over at esc.vote📱
youtube.com/live/Yy510SZ...re
Enjoy the show and remember you can help decide the 10 qualifiers over at esc.vote📱
youtube.com/live/Yy510SZ...re
Many alternatives to stealing farmland in Victoria. Energy for humans v energy for companies.
10 Reasons to Love Solar Power
1. Zero CO₂ to run
2.Infinite fuel
3.sunlight
4Cuts air pollution
5.Creates local jobs
6.Low water use
7.Price keeps dropping
8.Powers homes + grids
9. Works off-grid too
10. Energy independence Future-proof tech
1. Zero CO₂ to run
2.Infinite fuel
3.sunlight
4Cuts air pollution
5.Creates local jobs
6.Low water use
7.Price keeps dropping
8.Powers homes + grids
9. Works off-grid too
10. Energy independence Future-proof tech
May 7, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Many alternatives to stealing farmland in Victoria. Energy for humans v energy for companies.
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Astro-imagers and processors!
The #ArtemisII images (the ones the astronauts took with the onboard cameras) are available to download and process. There's 12,000 images!
Go nuts and share your processed data with us all!
eol.jsc.nasa.gov/SearchPhotos...
The #ArtemisII images (the ones the astronauts took with the onboard cameras) are available to download and process. There's 12,000 images!
Go nuts and share your processed data with us all!
eol.jsc.nasa.gov/SearchPhotos...
May 4, 2026 at 4:08 AM
Astro-imagers and processors!
The #ArtemisII images (the ones the astronauts took with the onboard cameras) are available to download and process. There's 12,000 images!
Go nuts and share your processed data with us all!
eol.jsc.nasa.gov/SearchPhotos...
The #ArtemisII images (the ones the astronauts took with the onboard cameras) are available to download and process. There's 12,000 images!
Go nuts and share your processed data with us all!
eol.jsc.nasa.gov/SearchPhotos...
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Some useful public speaking tips from Freud here.
May 1, 2026 at 7:20 AM
Some useful public speaking tips from Freud here.