Blogotariat

As readers will know, we are downsizing and have three beds to get rid of before we move. While you can sell a bed frame/base fairly easily, it is difficult to sell a mattress, and charities like The Smith Family, The Salvation Army or St Vincent De Paul will not take them. So, the only options seemed to be to take it to a place called Soft Landing in an industrial suburb where they are recycled. Fees apply1, and I have heard from another source that this will cost you about $50. An alternative is to book a bulky waste collection from the kerbside outside your house. This is free for a maximum of two cubic metres per financial year2.

The obscene thing I witnessed was like a parable of the madness of extreme wealth.

By George Monbiot, published in the Guardian 24th July 2024

On a calm and beautiful morning off the coast of south Devon last week, I was watching a small pod of dolphins from my kayak. I had spotted them from half a mile away, feeding and playing on the surface. They were heading my way, so I sat on the water and waited.

The US, always a questionable friend, could, if Trump wins, become our greatest threat.

By George Monbiot, published in the Guardian  4th July 2024

Soon after Labour forms a government, it will find itself in a new world. It now seems likely that Donald Trump will win the presidency of the United States. If he does, this should bring an end to our abiding fantasies about a special relationship.