Monthly Archives: August 2026

Book Review: Roberto Saviano ~ ZeroZeroZero (2013) (Translator Virginia Jewiss)

Posted on August 12, 2026 by odeboyz

I recently read Oliver Bullough’s Everybody Loves Our Dollars (2026), which describes the *Money Laundering Industry*. The city of London’s finest feature: Banks, financial professionals, high price lawyers, estate agents, stock market and subsidiary organisations. He said: The amounts involved … Continue reading →

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What is a soldier in 2026?

Posted on August 11, 2026 by odeboyz

The nature of war has changed beyond recognition. This implies that the concept of a soldier has also changed. However, looking at the Army Recruitment website this is denied. They are very traditional about fitness. Modern armies should be able … Continue reading →

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Are tanks mobile coffins?

Posted on August 8, 2026 by odeboyz

Britain is budgeting about £2bn on new tanks – Challenger 3 – over the next few years. The Ukraine-Russia war suggests that they are useless. Britain hasn’t got a conceivable enemy where tanks could be used. And even if they … Continue reading →

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How China rates Trump’s USA

Posted on August 8, 2026 by odeboyz

“[Xi Jinping] saw the United States as a declining power, progressively ungovernable, and dangerous on the way down in terms of Chinese interests.” Source Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan Regime Change (2026) p179

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Is Pete Hegseth Gay?

Posted on August 7, 2026 by odeboyz

Hegseth is so bizarre that an explanation is needed. He thinks that he is a warrior. He produces videos of himself doing Marine type physical exercises. And he tells off Generals and Admirals about their appearance. He’s a deeply conflicted … Continue reading →

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£28bn on nuclear war before 2030: Good Value?

Posted on August 5, 2026 by odeboyz

Vast amounts of money are being spent on nuclear warheads. But who are they going to drop them on? It seems ridiculous to believe that we could attack the USA, China or Russia. But who else is there? £28bn on … Continue reading →

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Fine Dining?

Posted on August 5, 2026 by odeboyz
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Cooking for Slackers: Tortilla (serves one unless you’re a dainty eater)

Posted on August 5, 2026 by odeboyz

Spanish readers should avert their eyes and leave the page now! This Tortilla recipe is demanding for easy-going Slackers. However, every Slacker occasionally want a new jig. And that means the Slacker Mission Statement goes to the wall. This recipe … Continue reading →

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£8.4bn down the drain: Nuclear submarines

Posted on August 1, 2026 by odeboyz

£8.4bn down the drain – YouTube In 2020 I wrote a blog which covered some of this territory but was far more detailed. If you turn to that blog you’ll catch the flavour of the intellectual context. The Royal Navy’s … Continue reading →

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Britain’s Tax Policy ~ Forever

Posted on August 1, 2026 by odeboyz
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