Elite Bilderberg meeting in Lisbon
The chief organisers of the latest Bilderberg meeting will be circulating a report on it. Frustratingly, no one other than those affiliated with the group will see the report or
Festival Django Portugal
To be able to follow your dream is something that few people can actually do. To have a passion that can be turned into a profession is a privilege, but
Press “freedom” – the knell of local news
Before the days of internet – not so very long ago – the local newspaper provided a lifeline for the community. Turning the pages while comfortably seated in front of
London Calling – A right Royal celebration!
King Charles III was crowned in a ceremony of pomp and circumstance on May 6, 2023. There were some 2,200 guests, including many heads of state, celebrities and charity workers
The battle against breast cancer
A research project in Portugal, now nearing completion, has developed a new drug that will likely offer an unprecedented remedy for women with a particularly aggressive form of breast cancer.
Future painting
It could be said that “Les Demoiselles d’Avignon” (The Young Ladies of Avignon, originally titled The Brothel of Avignon), a large oil painting created in 1907 by the Spanish artist
The car driving adventures of an American in the Algarve
I grew up near Detroit, The Motor City. Home of Henry Ford, birthplace of the assembly line. Most of the people I knew had family working in the automotive industry.
Climate and sports: forced changes have started …
The summer months can be sweltering for players and fans alike The climate is changing major sports in Portugal and around the world. Almost all except water sports are being
Trains, planes, automobiles and … tuk tuks
On our way to a nice steak dinner in Faro, my lovely wife and I decided to do a touristy thing and go for a drink on the rooftop terrace
Should we all be doing our bit?
We’ve heard it all before, but it cannot be over-stated that much more action is needed to protect our planet’s biodiversity from global warming. Is there much point in us










