Well, I'm not totally convinced by it, though I'm open to persuasion. I worry that it sets a precedent that could be used again some time in the future for a less worthy cause. (View Post)

Looks like they're getting their inspiration from Boeing for their test flights. (View Post)

My heart bleeds. Obviously the 93% who don't send their kids to private school lack aspiration and don't want to do their best for their kids. Though I reckon anybody who can afford £17,600… (View Post)

On 'monkey', here's a true story. When I was a young teacher in London, I had a new class of 17-year olds, nearly all of Afro-Caribbean origin. I had to register their names, and asked… (View Post)

Vigour? I had a different six-letter word in mind, beginning with W. (View Post)