Sometimes it is hard to separate fact and fiction. The recent US TV series "Homeland" was about the dynamics between the USA and Al Qaeda. Today we hear news that the latter's leader has been killed. in Pakistan. This is very much like the latest series.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-30358538 .
Saturday, 6 December 2014
Friday, 5 December 2014
Orion's successful test flight
This may (eventually) be used on a manned Mars mission possibly in 2033. Today, NASA carried out an unmanned test flight of this crew module. It splashed down in the Pacific.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-30352472 .
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-30352472 .
FTSE 100 and Sepura shares
Both the FTSE 100 and Sepura (SEPU) shares have made gains today. The FTSE 100 index closed well up on the day and Sepura also continued its recent good run ending the day at 149p, close to its all time best. In recent weeks Sepura has done well.
Books for prisoners
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-30344867.
What total nonsense! Of course prisoners should be allowed to receive books. How else are they meant to reform?
What total nonsense! Of course prisoners should be allowed to receive books. How else are they meant to reform?
Rail Fare Rise
Yet again, rail fares are risng, but this time by just 2.2%. This is still greater than the rate of inflation, squeezing yet more the incomes of commuters. I am very glad I don't have to use trains into London every day, often without a seat.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-30341586 .
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-30341586 .
Elgin Marbles
These should be returned to Greece, no arguments. They are not ours to keep or to loan to the Hermitage Museum in Russia. All such artifacts should be returned to their rightful homes. We accuse the Nazi's of stealing but conveniently have excuses when we are guilty. By all means let us replace them with excellent copies.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30340704 .
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30340704 .
Thursday, 4 December 2014
Huge spending cuts ahead?
Whichever party forms the next government, an independent think tank (IFS) has warned we face colossal spending cuts ahead if we are to "balance the books". Labour want to do this slightly more slowly than the Conservatives, but either way we are in for more austerity. Of course, in the lead up to a General Election no party wants to tell the cold truth.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-30327717 .
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-30327717 .
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