As we seem in the UK to only be allowed to see or hear biased reporting and screening out of relevant background information, I thought this attached report may provide a different perspective. The Middle East- News detail you probably will not see or hear from the British media. Israel Unleashes Operation Shield and Arrow Tuesday morning,... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog – Russian Ghost Ships
Russian Ghost Ships Loiter in Nordic Waters “Russian Ghost Ships” sounds like the title of a Franz Kafka play or a novel by Nikolai Gogol. Instead, these mystery boats are very real and are sailing around the waters near Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden. What gives them their ghoulish descriptor is that they have turned... Continue Reading →
Marcus Aurelius meditations
I must thank Colin Small for giving me the link to Marcus Aurelius meditations, this one is perhaps very apt at the present time. Nigel “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.” Marcus Aurelius
Nigel’s Blog – A thought that many may share.
“We live in a world that says their way is better, their way is right. They promote their way as the way of tolerance, and yet they only tolerate those who think like they do. “ Amir Tsarfati Bible teacher
Nigel’s blog – Lithium-ion batteries and the Silent Menace
Websec note:- The following items were inspired by the recent talk "Renewable Energy in South Devon" Lithium-ion batteries The power of these batteries is also the reason they are so hazardous. In terms of wattage held per kilogram is 50% greater than a traditional battery and 6 times greater than a lead acid battery. A... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s Blog – Holocaust
Holocaust. Whilst many meanings are now given to this word its original meaning was…” a sacrifice in which the offering was burned completely on an altar” The theme running through the Holocaust Memorial Service at Exeter Cathedral was the fact that it was ordinary people that were slaughtered, it was ordinary people that carried out the killings... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog – Poseidon, a nuclear capable super torpedo.
Nigel writes: Thought the attached may be of interest to go on the blogg as it has not been highlighted in the UK media. Russia to Deploy Game-Changing WeaponMany have heard of UAVs, unmanned aerial vehicles. Prepare yourself for the advent of the UUV, the unmanned underwater vehicle. If you’re thinking, “Wow, that’s not very... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog:- Away in a Manger
Migdal Eder Tower of the Flock Jesus was born in Bethlehem, (house of Bread) when his parents had to go to “their own town” ie their ancestral home. Both Joseph and Mary were of the House of David, and Bethlehem was as we know the hometown of David. See Luke chapter 2. Sadly, there is... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog. 3 tests for gossip
Nigel writes:- Christmas is a joyous time and can sometimes get spoilt by silly things. The saying that “Sticks and stones can break my bones” perhaps deserve the new ending of “but words can break my heart”.The attached text may be of interest. Have a Great Christmas and a Healthy and happy New Year. Kind... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Communication re Asylum influx from Torbay Council
Dear All, You may have already seen this but just in case I thought I would send it on. Nigel -------------------------------------------------- 14 November 2022 Asylum Accommodation in Torbay As a place, Torbay has always done it’s best to welcome those who are in need of help and support. This has been seen through our support... Continue Reading →
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Do you have an interesting thought you would like to share with your fellow members?Do you have comments or suggestions for further reading on the latest weekly Talk? (E.g comments on Nigel's blog ref expansion of housing in Torbay, additional information on the Mary Rose or perhaps on the construction of the current Torbay Lifeboat)... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Exploding electric vehicle batteries
Startling new evidence has emerged showing a dramatic increase in fires caused by exploding electric vehicle batteries in the U.K. There was a sharp rise last year, particularly in London where fires jumped from 32 in 2020 to 102 in 2021 and already 98 recorded in the first half of this year. All 50 fire... Continue Reading →
Nigel – End of Season Summer Lunch.
Well done, Barry, I think Barry needs congratulating as does Trevor, the manager of the Paignton Club, for the success of the Paignton Probus Summer Lunch. The food was first class and, in my opinion, better than the meals we experienced in the main at the Redcliffe. The service was good, and the tables seemed... Continue Reading →
Nigel – The hydrogen rainbow.
Hydrogen is a colourless, odourless gas but it is given many colourful names. . There is no visible difference between the different types of hydrogen and their chemistry is identical. The colour codes refer to the way the gas is produced – and its impact on the environment. The element is mainly produced by electrolysis,... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Putin’s real objective, and it will hit us hard.
Putin’s objective for many is quite clear, firstly by winning the war in Ukraine, even if there were a truce today, he will control the largest proportion of the world’s natural gas, the largest coal reserves, and control the largest production of oil. By capturing at least 80% of Ukraine’s coastline he will have numerous... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Petrol Heads, will you be safe after all?
Are the politicians and our media living in a different world or do they have a vested interest in avoiding providing people with the facts? “according to experts on global mineral production who belong to SoS Minerals, in a letter delivered to the British Committee on Climate Change: "The metal resource needed to make all... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Benefits of Global Warming?
In order to form our own opinions, it is important to be able to access varying points of view on any particular subject. In so many cases the media seem hell bent on only allowing the most dramatic viewpoints on such subjects as Global Warming to be aired. It is rare though that you might... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Russian manoeuvers in Irish waters
The censorious media are concentrating on the Russian build up in Eastern Europe and some feel sitting like vultures waiting for the carnage. We are not told of how the Russians are exposing the wests weak links. For example, the Russian Navy are conducting manoeuvres off the southern coast of Ireland right above the transatlantic... Continue Reading →
Nigel – How many new homes do we need by 2030?
Make use of your voiceOur generation is blamed for many things that have happened on our watch. The urbanisation of Torbay has been going on for decades but what is now being proposed has the potential to turn Torbay and its approaches into an ever-expanding concrete jungle smothering out any signs of countryside.Whatever your views... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Etymology and origins
Next time you are kept waiting for your food at a restaurant you perhaps should not be surprised, after all the person serving you is called a waiter! The etymology of the word wait has various origins but the one I like is as follows. Most words with a “W “are of Germanic origin for... Continue Reading →
