Christianity
Did You Know This? I Didn’t
Yes, I know it’s Good Friday, but I want to take you back both 48 and 120 hours. Why? Read on! Regular sufferers will be aware of the tangle regarding my holidays and overtime (and [more…]
Philosophy
America
Neutering the Somali Option
While WSR attempted to wear his Koran Keir hat in attempting to navigate his tensions between African unity, Chinese ties, and the US’s evolving strategic priorities, he blinked first when dealing with the Don. US [more…]
16th Century
‘Agua ai cordi’
It’s a tradition in the Catholic church that on Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter, worshippers are given little crosses made from palm leaves. They commemmorate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, when followers strewed palm leaves [more…]
Christianity
Defender of the Faith?
In the week that hosted the installation of a new Archbishop of Canterbury, and which culminated in Palm Sunday beginning Holy Week, scrutiny turns towards the religious convictions – or otherwise – of the heir [more…]
20th Century
Tanker Wars
All has changed. Or has it? We have been here before, literally. The Puffin is a well-travelled bird with a good memory and can recall rolling dunes, desert villages, remote sun-drenched harbours and trails of [more…]
Democracy
A Deep Dive, Part Two
Under the Presidential Spotlight: Recent Scandals Since taking office, WSR’s administration has been accused of overseeing massive graft, with over 25,000 corruption cases dropped – many involving his allies – while ignoring judicial directives on [more…]
Diary
A View From The Outside Bit; More In Common?
I’d say that I’m at about 95% on my road to recovery, still one or two niggling issues, but I’m hoping time will sort them out. I did manage a few pints and a decent [more…]
21st Century
A Deep Dive
In the fractious corridors of Kenyan power, endemic corruption remains a persistent shadow, casting doubt on the integrity of even the highest offices. President William Ruto, (proverbially known as WSR), ascended by dubious means to [more…]
21st Century
Kenya’s Ongoing Corruption
Police killed at least 63 people, injured more than 601, and arbitrarily arrested over 1,765 during Gen-Z led protests in 2024. By law, the president must deliver an annual state of the nation address, accounting [more…]