Common Hangman Of Middlesex sounds like one of those antique ministerial positions, like Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster or Lord Privy Seal, generally reserved for the party chairman. (View Post)

Have to say, "televised for the first time ever" is a minor distinction, given the last one was in 1952. I can't imagine how the next one will be "shared" but I suspect realt… (View Post)

Most of us are reconciled to being England's oldest colony. We just don't see why they have to hold yet another victory parade after 700 years. Reeks of insecurity. (View Post)

Putin's message to his troops: "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, sweat and tears ..." "... and snow." "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, sweat, tears and … (View Post)

It's beginning to smell a bit like Tsushima: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Tsushima A cluster from start to finish, including an unprovoked attack on British trawlers off Dogger Bank. … (View Post)