Hilarious video of naughty Generation-Me students pushing the limits of Chinese society. So funny. I love one of the comments: “Too incredible — I originally thought it was just some hugging and kissing~ Then I noticed something was not right. This world changes too fast”. And a good lesson in Chinese slang too. “Hand washing” this activity is called. More

In search of 14-year-old James, best brother Marc sent on this link to the 16-year-old Stephen Fry. Read a little bit below. I’m still trawling through bits and pieces of diaries. I’ll have some pubescent wisdom for you soon. More

On Saturday, I drove an hour northwest to where I grew up, in search of the 14-year-old James. Two hours later, I found him in my parents’ storage unit, in the dusty contents of my old study desk and drawers. More

The noises echoing around the (still) unfurnished PPPP lately, on repeat — (Come on Mum, can we have that couch? Please? I know it’s mean, but I’m hoping it doesn’t fit into your new attic). More

Check it out: my video response to the rebuilding efforts in south-western China, almost a year after the devastating earthquake. I’ve mashed my triple j hack report with  photos and video to produce this video postcard from the affected areas, Guangji, and Luoshui. Enjoy – and you can always share and leave comments, too. More