China wants Russia weak and subservient, and they're not delighted they got zero tip off about the invasion. China also has cash for Russia's abundant resources, but that's a very asymmetrical tradin… (View Post)

Good morning, everyone. Mr. Brooke, in 2016 Trump seemed less bonkers than now. The storming of the Capitol was a less than edifying spectacle. (View Post)

Good morning, everyone. I think it was the 2017 General Election when my mother surprised me a bit. She votes for various parties, and she was pissed off that the Scots (because it's devolved) were h… (View Post)

Good morning, everyone. Mr. Password, shades of the Wars of the Roses. Currently re-reading a book on that, with Henry VI giving away a lot to the French and not necessarily winning fans at home. Rem… (View Post)

Good morning, everyone. I see Braverman remains a moron. (View Post)