The European Research Group is one of the most powerful forces in British politics – and also one of the most secretive. The cadre of pro-Brexit Tory MPs, led by Jacob Rees-Mogg, refuses to even say who its members are. But now documents produced by the ERG and given to Parliament’s standards watchdog will be…
Read moreBeing a hyphenated Palestinian: an identity game of hide and seek
“You have such a beautiful, unique name – where does it come from?” asks a woman enthusiastically, with a bright and engaging smile. “My name is etymologically Greek, but its usage spread to Arab countries. I am half-Palestinian – my father is Palestinian,” I answer candidly, inviting my companion to continue our exchange. The woman’s…
Read moreTweets of the Week: Tiger’s special delivery, Bryson’s stunned reaction and Poulter trolls Fox
There were big wins for Matthew Wolff and Jon Rahm in an eventful week in the golfing world. But here are some of the things you may have missed, and some of the quirkier moments from the world of golf dished out in the Twittersphere over the past seven days. Steve Elkington Critiques Brandel’s Swing…
Read moreAppeal for a Democratic Europe, July 3, 2019
We, European citizens, having voted for women and men with political agendas, do not accept that our elected representatives should be deprived of the power to choose – or at least to guide the choice – of the President of the European Executive. We know that the governments in council have long ago and behind…
Read moreJohn Daly denied the use of a cart at this year’s Open Championship; Daly releases statement
John Daly’s request to be allowed to use a cart at next week’s Open Championship was denied over the weekend by the R&A after “careful consideration”. Daly, who has an ailing right leg, had been granted the request to use a cart earlier this year at the PGA Championship, but will now be forced to…
Read moreHow the United Nations is quietly being turned into a public-private partnership
A new corporate and government marriage quietly took place last week when the leadership of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the United Nations (UN) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to partner with each other. While this MOU is proudly displayed on the WEF website, it is nowhere to be found on the UN…
Read moreTour Rundown: Lazy Days at Lahinch, MinnesOHta Mania and Wisconsin Women
The European Tour’s 3-week run in early July might be unmatched in golf broadcasting. For a fortnight and a half, viewers are afforded the opportunity (most years) to see the finest links in golf. Played as it was created, centuries ago, golf balls carom with abandon around fairways and green sites. Putts from 70 feet…
Read moreOn Africa’s feminist frontlines, we need accessible care practices to sustain our movements
Feminism is having its global moment – that heady feeling when a movement’s revolutionary demands are being heard by the majority, even echoed by the spokespeople of institutions that govern our lives. And yet – while calls to end rape cultures, defend reproductive choice, or take women’s economic marginalisation seriously are making mainstream news –…
Read moreMorning 9: Wolff beats the pack | Application denied, Daly to walk at Portrush | Men & women played for the same trophy in France
By Ben Alberstadt ([email protected]) July 8, 2019 Good Monday morning, golf fans. Bit o’ trivia via the Wikipedia on the “dog days of summer:” “They were historically the period following the heliacal rising of the star system Sirius, which Greek and Roman astrology connected with heat, drought, sudden thunderstorms, lethargy, fever, mad dogs, and bad luck.” 1….
Read moreJudi Dench adopts 3 orangutans in a campaign to save rainforests from palm oil destruction
Judi Dench has announced that she’s the proud adopter of three orangutans at the premiere of a new documentary starring the actress and focusing on the issue of deforestation. Dame Judi reportedly shared news of the adoption at a Q&A session at the premiere last week, an event hosted by the Rainforest Trust at the Royal Geographical Society…
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