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    Unlawful assembly

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    March 2, 2024

    Peaceful protest is a fundamental right in a democratic country. Recently protesters have gathered in large numbers outside politicians’ homes in England. They are protesting against politicians who support the UK government’s policy on Gaza. Police have advised some politicians to stay away from their homes as a precaution. When…

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    Purely Poetry – St. David’s Day

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    March 2, 2024

    Encouraged by last month’s experience at the Crescent Arts Centre I decided to give it another go at this monthly open mic event. Colin Dardis and Geraldine O’Kane are brilliant organisers and kept things relaxed and moving along with little need for the 7 minute bell. I shared a table…

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    Navalny Day

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    March 1, 2024

    It would be a fitting tribute to Alexei Navalny if his supporters named a day after this brave man. His funeral is being heavily policed, as expected, but no arrests have been reported so far. His widow, Yulia, has accused Putin of having her husband killed. The state controlled media…

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    Haggis for breakfast?

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    February 28, 2024

    Yes indeed, if you like black pudding with your fry in the morning haggis is similar but better and more filling. You could microwave it but. I think that’s cheating. An air fryer cuts the cooking time in half, but for a smallish haggis you will still need at least…

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    Haunch of venison stew

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    February 28, 2024

    Today as part of my well rehearsed work avoidance I defrosted a generous slice of venison. The air fryer came in handy for roasting the accompanying butternut squash and sweet potato and finally the defrosted venison.

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    Felonious activity

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    February 27, 2024

    I had gone shopping on my ebike and had bought food for dinner and a bottle of cava for my better half. So how did I end up in the Felons bar knocking back Guinness and black whisky? I could try blaming the three guys whose table I sat at.…

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    Soccer fever pitch

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    February 25, 2024

    Sat in a local bar blissfully unaware that the hoops have a match against Motherwell I made my way to the Gents. The goal and the accompanying excitement made me aware of this fixture. Football gives its fans an outlet for their emotions like nothing else. A missed shot on…

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    Six Nations

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    February 25, 2024

    More in hope than in expectation sums up my betting strategy. Ireland outclassed Wales and England were put to the sword by Scotland in Edinburgh. In today’s match between France and Italy I have picked another longshot France to score a try in the first 10 minutes, lead at halftime…

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    Bear trap

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    February 24, 2024

    Russian dictator, Vladimir Putin, is finally free of his main opponent. A man whose name he refused to say publicly. A man who exposed the extent of corruption at the heart of the Kremlin. Alexei Navalny Alexei Navalny

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    Neighbourhood

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    February 21, 2024

    When I am trying to study I go in search of cafés or bars because at home I can always find something to do apart from study. Today I found an interesting café called Neighbourhood in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast. They have some unusual items on their menu, including…

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