I have spent my whole career in the shadow of that night. It was utterly transformative for the oil industry around the world.... except the USA. It may be little consolation to the relatives of thos… (View Post)

I had my interview for my first job offshore on the day after Piper Alpha. 60 were due to be interviewed. 12 of us turned up. We all got jobs (View Post)

It reflects perfectly the irrational belief in imaginary entities who are used as an excuse for all manner of inhumane actions both large and small. In this day and age why should I show any respect … (View Post)

I was criticised a few years ago on here for using the phrase 'Middle Eastern Sky Fairies' to describe the Abrahamic religions. (View Post)

That is such a brilliant scene in a brilliant film. It was on TV last Sunday. One of those I always have to stop and watch when I run across it. (View Post)