When Israel unilaterally decided to leave Gaza it was under no illusion about the outcome for peace in the region. It simply wouldn’t happen because most Palestinians and some of their neighbours want the destruction of Israel more than they want peace. As long as that is their agenda they will be victims of their own hatred. Continue reading
So you think you’re cultured?
“Foyle’s War.” Television at its best!
There are television series and then there’s “Foyle’s War.” If one had to choose a production that depicts what the Brits are best at, it’s this show. Continue reading
An Aussie view of the U.S elections
The U.S is just like Australia in that it wants a change, a break with the past. The free world suffered a major shock in 2001 when the Twin Towers were attacked by Muslim fundamentalists. This was a turning point in history. Continue reading
The Latest Gossip about Britney Spears
When Britney Spears is in the news for doing something stupid we are quick to say “Tut Tut” and “Isn’t she awful!” We even say in all sincerity, “Why don’t they leave the poor girl alone?” and we can’t wait to blame the paparazzi for hounding her. But the truth is that we take some delight in her downfall. The Germans have a name for this feeling. Continue reading
Far from the Madding Crowd
There are two kinds of people in the world. The ones who gravitate towards crowds and those who run the other way. Continue reading
“Dirt Music” by Tim Winton. A review
There is nothing light and frivolous about Tim Winton’s novel, “Dirt Music”. I know he’s Australian and I know that he wins awards, but I had to struggle through this book. Winton’s motto appears to be “to make a short story long”. One almost wonders if he were paid by the word. Continue reading
What a Wonderful World!
They say you should wake up and smell the coffee. Stop fooling yourself. Stop looking at the world through rose-coloured glasses. Get real! Yeah, right. Continue reading
Are oil prices too high?
I would like a reporter to stop me in the street and ask me what I think about the price of petrol, child abuse, salaries of politicians, corporate executives and crime rates. I also would like to know what idiot makes up the questions and for what purpose. Continue reading
Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
It was just a matter of time before Mrs Bhutto was murdered and nobody can be surprised by this tragic event. Continue reading
Royal Variety Performance 2007
Sleaze has once again reared its ugly head even in this most prestigious British event. A comedian must be pretty desperate for a laugh if he has to resort to pointing at his crotch and raving on about dogs being attracted to its odour. Continue reading
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