The Age of Cheapness
It’s been rather difficult to focus on politics lately. Panem et circenses abounds particularly at…
Tag: united states
Review: “Food Inc.”, directed by Robert Kenner
[AMAZONPRODUCT=B003CYOOFS] It’s difficult to diet. It’s usually at the point that one decides to cut…
Confessions of a Guilt-Driven Consumer
I’m rather relieved that Father’s Day will soon be upon us. After it’s over, I…
The Pervasive Poison of Machismo
My take on the horrors which were inflicted on the Gaza flotilla is perhaps slightly…
Review: “Capitalism: A Love Story” by Michael Moore
[AMAZONPRODUCT=B0036QV860] I am not a big fan of Michael Moore’s work. This isn’t because of…
The Return of the Coping Classes
About two years ago, the term “coping classes” came into vogue to describe a set…
Review: “The End of the Party” by Andrew Rawnsley
[AMAZONPRODUCT=0670918512] I bought this tome shortly after its publication; however, I didn’t get around to…
The Innovation Deficit
Last week, I attended an evening seminar at the Management school of my university. The…
Austerity? Yes, Please!
Shortly before Christmas, I had dinner at a Thai restaurant located near Canary Wharf. The…
Tasting the Rainbow
Travellers to Britain are advised that they may run into a type of person colloquially…