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The War Nobody Talks About in Climate Terms
The conflict in Iran is being reported as a military and geopolitical story. It is also an environmental catastrophe and the world has barely noticed. When Israeli and US forces launched Operation Epic Fury on 28 February 2026, the immediate… Continue reading
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Trump’s NATO Comments: What He Actually Said
There’s been significant controversy over President Trump’s recent remarks about NATO, with UK politicians expressing outrage. But it’s worth looking at what he actually said and the broader context. The Key Point Everyone’s Missing: Trump never mentioned the UK or… Continue reading
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Rethinking the “China Threat” Narrative: Defensive Posture or Western Anxiety?
The dominant narrative in Western media portrays China as an emerging threat to the international order. But what if this framing tells us more about Western insecurities than Chinese intentions? A closer examination suggests that China’s behavior may be primarily… Continue reading
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Looking Forward: A Call for Reflection as We Enter 2026
Looking Forward: A Call for Reflection as We Enter 2026 As we stand at the threshold of a new year, many of us engage in the familiar ritual of looking back reflecting on what the previous twelve months brought to… Continue reading
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Shaky Radio The Story
I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in June 2016 although I can trace symptoms back years before that. Being diagnosed was like being reborn. I had a determination to build around me a support network. I immediate started physio with a… Continue reading
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You are not Dead yet
To be diagnosed with Parkinson’s means a new opportunity to re- evaluate life, it’s directions and purpose. Not a chance to turn into a mute, dumb zombie that doesn’t interact with others with Parkinson’s and wallows in self pity. To… Continue reading
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A look back on a year living with PD
It’s a long time since I posted on my blog. In fact it is a year! A lot has happened in that year, I’ve moved started a new life with a new partner in a new area. I have had… Continue reading
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Joy without John Lewis
It’s that time of year again. John Lewis, Marks and Spencer’s etc domineering advert air time with their yearly Christmas offerings. Black Friday offering those bargains not to be repeated throughout the year. ( How do they do that). To… Continue reading
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Illness And PD
This is my fourth week since contracting the virus from Hell and a week now with a chest infection. It looks like I’m in for yet another week as the antibiotics run out today and I’m still coughing and wheezing… Continue reading
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So So Hot
This week I spent on the MSC ship Magnifica on a short cruise to Northern Europe. The weather has been good with temperatures in the day hovering about 22c. Nice temperatures for most. For me it’s been horrendous. One of… Continue reading
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