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Life event that changes all: Horse riding accident in Zimbabwe in 1993, a fractured skull et al including bipolar anxiety, chronic fatigue …. co-morbidities (Nietzche 'He who has the reason why can deal with any how' details my health history from 1993 to date). 17th 2017 August operation for breast cancer (no indications just an appointment came from BreastCheck through the Post). Trinity College Dublin Business Economics and Social Studies (but no degree) 1997-2003; UCD 1997/1998 night classes) essays, projects, writings. Trinity Horizon Programme 1997/98 (Centre for Women Studies Trinity College Dublin/St. Patrick's Foundation (Professor McKeon) EU Horizon funded: research study of 15 women (I was one of this group and it became the cornerstone of my journey to now 2017) over 9 mth period diagnosed with depression and their reintegration into society, with special emphasis on work, arts, further education; Notes from time at Trinity Horizon Project 1997/98; Articles written for Irishhealth.com 2003/2004; St Patricks Foundation monthly lecture notes for a specific period in time; Selection of Poetry including poems written by people I know; Quotations 1998-2017; other writings mainly with theme of social justice under the heading Citizen Journalism Ireland. Letters written to friends about life in Zimbabwe; Family history including Michael Comyn KC, my grandfather, my grandmother's family, the O'Donnellan ffrench Blake-Forsters; Moral wrong: An acrimonious divorce but the real injustice was the Catholic Church granting an annulment – you can read it and make your own judgment, I have mine. Topics I have written about include annual Brain Awareness week, Mashonaland Irish Associataion in Zimbabwe, Suicide (a life sentence to those left behind); Nostalgia: Tara Hill, Co. Meath.

Axios: “Let data reign”

Trump: “Let data reign”   Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Stock: Getty Images  President Trump has a new message for Americans rebelling over the nation’s data center boom: Get over it. Trump warned Monday: “If we kill the Golden Goose, you will only have yourselves to … Continue reading

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MIT Press Reader: America’s care economy is broken. Comment: Is this modern day feudalism and serfdom?

America’s Care Economy Is Broken From childcare to elder care to teaching, the labor that sustains society goes undercompensated. A nationalized care economy would change that. By: Elizabeth Gregory       Listen to this article1515 0:00 In America, tens of millions of … Continue reading

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Ben Gvir loses his temper at Capitol Hill. People are aware of the genocide and some are willing to speak Truth even when decorum says they ought not.

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Fortune: Strait of Hormuz crisis …. rewriting the energy playbook

The Strait of Hormuz crisis threatened Asia’s oil and gas lifeline. Here’s how the region is rewriting its energy playbook Subscribe TrendingNow 1 The heiress of $10 billion Perdue Farms and the $12 billion Sheraton Hotels empire wore hand-me-downs, still … Continue reading

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Harvard Gazette: Note to stressed parents …. Perfection needs limits

Health Note to stressed parents: Instead of trying to be perfect, do this. Experts offer tips for raising children while overwhelmed Anna Lamb Harvard Staff Writer August 28, 2026 6 min read Parental stress is an urgent public health crisis, according … Continue reading

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The Rundown Robots: ICE is adding robot dogs to its arsenal

 ICE is adding robot dogs to its arsenal Image source: Boston Dynamics The Rundown: ICE is preparing to spend up to $2M on Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot dogs, adding the four-legged machines to its enforcement arsenal for what it says will handle inspections, … Continue reading

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Economist Richard Wolff: The US Empire is Over… CHINA IS THE FUTURE

Aug 31, 2026 #china#democracy#richardwolff Economist Professor Richard Wolff explains why he believes the American empire is in decline—and why China and Asia are shaping the future of the global economy. We discuss the history of U.S. colonialism, the failures of … Continue reading

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Michael Smerconish: The Developers Side of the Data Center Debate

Aug 30, 2026 Data centers have suddenly become one of the hottest political fights in America. Polls show overwhelming opposition to having them nearby, politicians are scrambling to respond, and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has announced tough new restrictions while … Continue reading

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Intelligence Squared: Is Trump a Russian Asset? Fiona Hill on the Trump-Putin Relationship. Interview with Fiona Hill

Apr 2, 2026 This clip is taken from our event “Fiona Hill: The World in 2026” from February 2026. Become an Intelligence Squared Member to access the full video. Click this link for an exclusive 15% discount on Membership: https://www.intelligencesquaredplus.c….

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“THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY!” Comment: Did you see slim version of Maduro still in prison in U.S.?

“THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY!” Trump Announces Oil Deal With Venezuela By Pamela Geller – on August 31, 2026 ADVERTISEMENT

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