Some writings and musings, fiction and non-fiction. Friday, April 17, 2015. What the Greek Crisis Might Reveal about Global Capitalism. On what the brutally realistic options are for the newly elected Syriza leaders if the party is to represent the democratic aspirations of the Greek people. Durden leaves us with his strongly held opinion that Greec.

The seismic activity in the Pacific is continuing, and there have been a series of earthquakes over the past 24 hours near to Vanuatu, resulting in further tsunami warnings being issued. More here from The Telegraph. Wednesday, 30 September 2009. Also has lots of articles, maps and video clips about the tsunami and its impacts.

Roots in the past, stakes in the future. Although nearly 50 years old, Joseph Swan Vineyards is. This was a wine tasting dream-come-true in my book. Please enter your e-mail address and then click JOIN.

Welcome to the Swan with two necks. Hidden away in the pretty village of Pendleton, near Clitheroe, The Swan With Two Necks is a traditional pub and restaurant popular among real ale enthusiasts. Newly renovated but losing none of the traditional country rural charm you would expect of from the Ribble Valley, visitors will find our establishment friendly and comfortable with plenty of outdoor seating available when the weather permits and cosy open fires in the winter months.