Tag Archives: politics

Knowledge work

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Geoff O'Reilly

What a week! Lightning strike. Without computers, the internet and phones, we were crippled. So, no alternative but to call in the “techo cavalry” and put in huge hours and effort into restoring the infrastructure of the business. After almost … Continue reading →

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Lightning strike

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Geoff O'Reilly

The sudden flash was so bright and the bang so loud that Jan and I and the two little dogs all levitated six inches off the bed a bit after midnight on Monday. A storm that Singaporeans would regard as … Continue reading →

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The pain in Spain

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Geoff O'Reilly

The 2013 Spanish peak tourist season ended in September. And, as a consequence … … the number of registered unemployed in Spain went up by 87,000 in one month between September and October. Data published last Tuesday by the Ministry … Continue reading →

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The climate debate

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Geoff O'Reilly

You can look forward to a few posts from me on this debate … so let’s get started … This from the Guardian on November 5th … Carbon taxes and emissions trading systems are the most cost-effective way to reduce … Continue reading →

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