Archive for July, 2012

North Korea – Don’t Bet On Change. Put Your Money On The Backroom Uncle.

North Korea – Don’t Bet On Change. Put Your Money On The Backroom Uncle.

The cocktail circuit is looking for a new deal in Pyongyang. However, it is style over substance. Real change will take decades.

Lose Aleppo And The Writing Is On The Wall For The Al Assad Regime

Lose Aleppo And The Writing Is On The Wall For The Al Assad Regime

Aleppo is the commercial heart of Syria. The regime cannot afford to lose it. Much blood will flow before a victor emerges.

To Bomb Or Not To Bomb – Romney And The Reality Of Iran

To Bomb Or Not To Bomb – Romney And The Reality Of Iran

Romney’s in Israel and the truth about what to do about the Ayatollahs can’t be found in an election speech. However, his Israeli visit will have left a deep impression on him.

Billy Elliot – The Production Of The Decade

Billy Elliot – The Production Of The Decade

Billy Elliot is more than a musical. It brings to life the hard existence of people. Go and see it.

Of La-La Land Economics And Silly Stats And Credit Ratings

Of La-La Land Economics And Silly Stats And Credit Ratings

Well, George is at it again. Doing la-la economics.

China’s Rate Of Economic Growth Has Slowed Down. Despite The Rosy Official Stats

China’s Rate Of Economic Growth Has Slowed Down. Despite The Rosy Official Stats

Chinese growth rates are declining. Investment has to be cut back to improve living standards, social care and education. Tension is in the air.

After The Olympic Opening Ceremony Comes The Boring Part – The Games Themselves

After The Olympic Opening Ceremony Comes The Boring Part – The Games Themselves

The opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics was a celebration of Britishness. With all the huge talents gathering together.

Why Iran Is Hacking Syrian Mobiles And Why The US And UK Are Doing It To Everyone

Why Iran Is Hacking Syrian Mobiles And Why The US And UK Are Doing It To Everyone

Iranians can hack into the Syrian insurgents’ communications. Electronic intelligence has been with us for decades and anyone can do it these days.

The Infighting At The Top In China Continues. And It Worries A Lot Of People

The Infighting At The Top In China Continues. And It Worries A Lot Of People

The trial of Gu Kailai is not about her. It is aimed at further disgracing Bo Xilai, the former flamboyant high flyer. Communist politics can be ruthless.

Of British Drones Over Libya. Could They Be Flying Soon Over Syria?

Of British Drones Over Libya. Could They Be Flying Soon Over Syria?

Could US and British drones bring peace to Syria? Or are they best sending body bags? No one knows.