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When remembering the past, and the way things used to be, one date has particular significance … 15th September. On that day in 2002 a man who had a huge influence in my life passed gently to another life. Extremely talented, always cheerful and willing to help his customers, well liked and highly respected Pharmacist Alf Dlugaj had managed a pharmacy in Ayr, and I had the great good fortune to have been his first, and only, apprentice.
We learn many things in life, from a range of different people and random events, and the course of our life is often changed in a manner completely unexpected, which was demonstrated in spectacular fashion by the way in which the life of our dearly loved Queen Elizabeth moved in new directions from carefree childhood to assuming the onerous duties which she willingly accepted and discharged so well as promised, all her life, whether it be long or short.
It is always interesting to remember how things used to be, but much more hazardous to attempt to anticipate the future.
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Elon Musk is more than a billionaire tech mogul...he’s a disruptor, a visionary, and a relentless force of ambition transforming industries from electric cars to space travel. With roots in South Africa and a path carved by relentless risk-taking, Musk has turned early entrepreneurial success into a mission to reshape humanity’s future. Through companies like Tesla and SpaceX, he’s redefining what’s possible on Earth and beyond, pushing boundaries while sparking controversy and inspiring a generation. Love him or loathe him, Musk’s impact is undeniable, and his legacy may just be in the stars.
Elon Musk is one of the most influential and polarising figures in technology, business, and popular culture today. Born on 28th of June, 1971, in Pretoria, South Africa, Musk’s journey from a tech-savvy child to a billionaire entrepreneur and innovator has reshaped industries ranging from electric vehicles to space travel. Known for his ambitious goals, unconventional approach, and often controversial public personna, Musk has become a household name, largely due to his work with companies like SpaceX, Tesla, Neuralink, and The Boring Company.
And of late, with his work with President elect Donald Trump.
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In a surprise move, the local government of West Australian mining town Port Hedland is calling for immediate suspension of the Moderna and Pfizer Covid vaccines pending an investigation into evidence of excessive levels of synthetic DNA in the shots.
At a special meeting on 11 October, Port Hedland councillors voted five to two in favour of notifying all of Australia’s 537 local councils of the evidence of the DNA contamination in the vaccines, and associated risks.
“We are gravely concerned about the potential health risks posed by synthetic DNA contamination, including the dangers of genomic integration, cancer, hereditary defects and immune system disruption,” said the letter, a copy of which was sent to councillors around the country following the vote.
Letters were also sent to every health practitioner within the Port Hedland area strongly urging them to share this information with patients contemplating receiving any Pfizer or Moderna Covid modified-RNA (mod-RNA) vaccines.
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All you leftie luvvie Trump hating Americans who promised to leave America and head to Australia, think again.
If you’ve got visions of kangaroos hopping beside sandy beaches, just know: the Land Down Under is nothing like the cute, cuddly postcard you’re imagining.
Forget Finding Nemo - think Jaws meets Jurassic Park, with a little Arachnophobia thrown in for good measure. If you want to avoid permanent trauma, here’s why Australia is one trip best left un-booked.
OK... you’re an American dreaming of life Down Under - imagining sunny beaches, cuddly kangaroos, and friendly Aussies saying “G’day, mate.” Hate to break it to you, but Australia isn’t just a laid-back paradise; it’s a land where every plant, animal, and even the weather seems dedicated to testing your survival skills.
Before you book that one-way ticket, here’s a helpful reminder that moving to Australia could be the wildest (and most terrifying) experience of your life. Buckle up, mate - you’re in for a true-blue Aussie reality check.
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I REMEMBER WHEN Armistice Day was commemorated spontaneously, reverently and universally.
As a kid at state (primary) school we were taught about the sacrifice of the soldiers who died in the war to end all wars and assembled at 11.00am to salute the flag, the Union Jack, and have 2 minutes silence with heads bowed.
That was in the 1940’s when there were many veterans of WW1 still among us.
The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month was instilled into us with the utmost reverence and seriousness.
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E.D. Butler (1916–2006) was an influential Australian nationalist and founder of the Australian League of Rights, known for his opposition to international financial power and his advocacy for national sovereignty.
In The Planned Surrender of Australia, E.D. Butler warned that Australia was gradually losing its sovereignty to foreign powers and international financial institutions. It was back in 1989 that he argued that the country’s policies were increasingly dictated by external interests rather than by Australians themselves, leading to an erosion of economic independence, democratic control, and national identity. Butler urged Australians to resist this trend, advocating for economic self-reliance, protection of local industries, and a focus on national welfare over global obligations. His message was a call to safeguard Australia’s future by rejecting foreign influence and prioritising Australian autonomy.
The speech is almost Australia's equivalent to George Orwell's 1984 but tailored to Australia. Strangely enough this speech can easily be relevant to every Western Nation at the moment.
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Sir Winston Churchill and Donald Trump are two towering, if unlikely, figures in the political landscapes of Britain and the United States.
Despite differences in their backgrounds and political eras, both men rose to power with a blend of unshakable confidence, bold rhetoric, and a magnetic appeal that captured the imagination of millions. In short, they had charisma. They were powerfully individual.
Each experienced the sting of political defeat only to retain influence and return to the public stage with undiminished resolve.
Churchill’s legacy as Britain’s wartime leader and Trump’s as a leader of a group of deplorables and garbage offer fascinating parallels in the power of resilience and the enduring connection to their supporters.
Examining their political journeys reveals how these leaders, in their own unique ways, came to embody national pride and defiance, forever shaping how their countries think about leadership in uncertain times.
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