Thoughts brewing in a cloudy mind.
The BBC is under constant attack, and it’s not hard to see why. It remains the most trusted media organisation in Britain, perhaps even in the world. It is one of the very few major outlets that is not, and cannot be, controlled by a single person, corporation, or political group, no matter how much … Read more
Lately, I’ve been reading This is For Everyone by Tim Berners-Lee, the man who invented the World Wide Web. It’s one of those books that makes you pause and realise just how much the Web has changed our world. I also had the chance to briefly meet Tim this year at the Cheltenham Literature Festival. … Read more
I have some serious questions about what the government is currently selling us under the banner of a “Digital ID“. Here are just a few that need answering: Why call it a “Digital ID”? Isn’t it just a unique reference number for every citizen? The data is digital by nature, so the term feels like … Read more
In a world that moves fast and often feels uncertain, character remains a timeless anchor. My latest piece, A Daily Dose of Character, is a visual reflection and gentle reminder of the values that shape us, guide us, and connect us to one another. The work presents 49 simple but powerful virtues, each a single … Read more
I am starting a new movement called Unselfism /ˈʌnˌsɛlfˌɪzəm/ Definition: A belief system and way of life rooted in acting purely for the benefit of others and humanity at large, without seeking recognition, reward, or personal gain. Unselfism is not a religion. Not a charity. Not a trend. It is a movement. A mindset. A … Read more
“URBI ET ORBI” MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, 20 April 2025 Christ is risen, alleluia! Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter! Today at last, the singing of the “alleluia” is heard once more in the Church, passing from mouth to mouth, from heart to heart, and this makes … Read more