08 December 2016 Getting Wiser By Chin Chin René Descartes, the 17th century mathematician, philosopher and general wise-cracker, put his most memorable sayings in Latin. The words “Cogito, ergo sum” have been etched into the memories of every generation of schoolboys, the classical language adding further weight to an already profound message. “I think, therefore… Continue reading Issue 83: 2016 12 08: Getting Wiser (Chin Chin)
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Issue 73: 2016 09 29: Own Gaul (Richard Pooley)
29 September 2016 Own Gaul It won’t do you any good, Sarko. by Richard Pooley “You must accept that your ancestors are the Gauls.” This was the message ten days ago from ex-French President Nicolas Sarkozy to those immigrants who wished to become French citizens. He was immediately mocked by politicians and commentators from across… Continue reading Issue 73: 2016 09 29: Own Gaul (Richard Pooley)