A stalled economy and clean air These are unusual times. Certainly the first quarantine / lockdown of my life, although it is well worth reaching back in time to understand the role of pandemics in human history. The Bible references plagues (though I admit to not knowing where) and the bubonic (black) plague has echoed through centuries - it took 200 years for Europe's … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2020
Covid & Information – By Finn
Follow the Evidence Today the world is faced with a pandemic. COVID-19, caused by the novel Coronavirus is now present in the majority of countries and has infected at least 1 million people (and conceivably many more). In an age of a 24-hour news cycle and widespread social media, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction - this is the time to listen to … [Read more...]
Cultural Mexico
The largest Spanish speaking country in the world, Mexico is an economic and cultural powerhouse. Located in Monte Alban, this was a court for the classic ball game All too often, tourism to Mexico is relegated to all-inclusive beach resorts. There is nothing inherently wrong with this, but it does overlook a country replete with history, diversity, colour and fun. … [Read more...]