RIck LeCouteur
New U.S. Veterinary Schools: A closer look at schools and curricula
Did you know around a dozen new veterinary schools are sprouting up across the U.S., promising faster paths to graduation and innovative...
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RIck LeCouteur
1 day ago2 min read
Toward a Compassionate Classroom: Inter-species learning and conviviality
Imagine a classroom where students learn not only about academics but also about their shared world with animals. This isn’t just a...
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RIck LeCouteur
1 day ago4 min read
Revisiting Blinky Bill: Examining a classic koala with a modern lens
When Dorothy Wall introduced Australia to Blinky Bill in 1933, the cheeky koala became an instant icon - a creature whose adventures...
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RIck LeCouteur
3 days ago4 min read
Lucky Paws: The fascinating world of polydactyl cats
Ever noticed a cat with “thumbs” or extra toes and wondered what makes them so unique? These quirky felines, known as polydactyl or...
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RIck LeCouteur
3 days ago3 min read
A Cat at Sea: The story of Flinders & Trim
Imagine setting sail on uncharted waters, facing storms, scarcity, and isolation with only the vast ocean around you. Now, imagine doing...
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago3 min read
The Narcissistic Leader: Charisma or catastrophe?
In times of crisis, we look to our leaders for guidance, support, and reassurance. But what happens when those we trust to lead are more...
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5 days ago4 min read
Beyond 150: Social boundaries defined by Dunbar’s number
Imagine scrolling through your social media feed, skimming updates from hundreds of "friends," yet realizing you feel close to only a...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 82 min read
A Royal Connection in Chiang Mai: How Taeng Dang Opened Doors
Imagine walking through the ancient temples of Chiang Mai with a guide who seems distant, as if you’re just another name on her list....
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 83 min read
Understanding Climate Change: Every degree matters
Imagine a world where intense heatwaves are the norm, rising seas swallow coastlines, and food shortages affect millions. This isn't...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 73 min read
Endurance Unveiled: Exploring the legacy of Shackleton's lost ship
Imagine a ship lost beneath unforgiving Antarctic ice for over a century. A vessel whose very name, Endurance, echoes the extraordinary...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 44 min read
Under the Sydney Opera House: Debunking viral misinformation
Recently, a social media post has been making rounds, claiming to reveal secret underground floors beneath the iconic Sydney Opera House....
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 23 min read
Bangkok Wake-Up Call: 15 Minutes from disaster!
Imagine flying halfway around the world to deliver a state-of-the-art lecture at a global veterinary congress, only to be jolted awake by...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 303 min read
Murmurations: Nature's masterclass in teamwork and trust
Today, I watched a murmuration of starlings. It started me thinking. The mesmerizing dance of a murmuration - a vast flock of...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 294 min read
What's in a Name? Debunking common political mislabels
Ever find yourself scrolling through social media, only to see words like fascism, Marxism, and socialism thrown around as though they’re...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 153 min read
Scaling Sydney: The heights of the Harbour Bridge
Imagine standing 440 feet (134 meters) above sea level, with the wind in your hair and the entire city of Sydney spread out beneath you -...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 154 min read
Tall Poppy Syndrome: The challenge of standing out in Australia
Imagine a world in which reaching for the stars isn't celebrated but criticized, where standing out from the crowd makes you a target...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 153 min read
Probing the Depths: The Ibis and its tactile super sense
Ever wondered how ibises manage to find food hidden deep in murky waters or buried beneath layers of mud? With their long, curved...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 143 min read
The Art of Rolling Jeans: Find your perfect style
If you've been walking around the streets of Sydney lately, you may have noticed the wide variety of ways men are "rolling their jeans."...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 143 min read
From Tasmania with Love: Cadbury’s legacy Down Under
When it comes to chocolate in Australia, few brands evoke a sense of nostalgia and joy quite like Cadbury. Whether it’s unwrapping a...
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RIck LeCouteur
Oct 113 min read
The Context of Time: Navigating change and continuity
Time is one of the most elusive yet omnipresent forces shaping our lives. Time is the backdrop against which all stories unfold - both...
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