I'm not directing this at you, but I think it's quite likely that as a nation we could do much better if we stopped whinging and just got on with life. (View Post)

Yes. What baffles me is that such a thing should be news of any sort. I'm happy to see it reported upon, but really that's as far as it seems sensible. I think there is a great deal to be said about … (View Post)

That is the often quoted reason, but it doesn't really bear scrutiny. Progress should mean a widget is cheaper! The real reason central banks like inflation is that erodes all the government debt. (View Post)

Everything's of interest! (View Post)

Maybe. He appeals to my long-forgotten schoolboy adventuring soul though. (I know you may have to professionally disapprove of such things!) I'm retired, but if Musk got on the phone then I might un-… (View Post)