Monthly Archives: June 2024

Lies, Damned Lies and Accountancy

Posted on June 8, 2024 by odeboyz

Accountancy Scandal Carillion: Record fine for KPMG over ‘exceptional’ failure – BBC News

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The triumph of capitalism

Posted on June 5, 2024 by odeboyz

Yes, the planet got destroyed. But for a beautiful moment in time, we created a lot of value for shareholders.

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The Gaza Strip: a brief history

Posted on June 5, 2024 by odeboyz

The British Mandate, 1920-48 Palestine was a British quasi-colony after receiving a mandate from the League of Nations. The League expected Britain to train Palestinians for government before the mandate ended in 1948. The plan was for transition to self-governing … Continue reading →

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Buying a Barbie Doll

Posted on June 1, 2024 by odeboyz

Assistant: “We have Barbie goes to gym for £10; Barbie goes to the beach for £10; Barbie goes shopping for £10; and divorced Barbie for £300.”Father: “Why is divorced Barbie so expensive.”Assistant: “Divorced Barbie comes with Ken’s house, car, boat … Continue reading →

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