Halcyon Identifies

 

A scientist dedicating his life to informing the world about climate change is one of four 2009 "Right Livelihood Award" winners.

 

Does the popularity of "big idea" books suggest that we have lost and are seeking a coherent base from which to assess the world?  And are abstract ideas even helpful in policy-making?

Supersense looks at why we believe the "unbelievable" and our habit of looking for patternicity (the human tendency to find meaningful patterns in meaningless noise).

A group of former child soldiers and survivors of armed conflict have launched the Network of Young People Affected by War to help similarly affected children become artists, activists, authors...whatever they wish. 

Responses - 12/08/07

• Activism - providing "determined, driven, idealistic, uncompromising help" is a way to overcome indifference and find a purpose.