Tag Archives: social criticism

Nope, I still don’t do politics

Posted on 31 July 2016 by Andrew V

Donald Trump’s political vision is bad enough but the media hoo-ha surrounding his presidential candidacy (and any other) is all down to the many millions of people engrossed in the sham that they call the ‘democratic’ process. That’s the real … Continue reading →

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Right to the Source

Posted on 30 June 2016 by Andrew V

I was waiting for a bus home the other evening on a busy dual carriageway. I was the only pedestrian around for miles it seemed (Cypriots aren’t much for walking). The sun, also on its last stretch, kind of put … Continue reading →

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A’changin’ times: A virtual commentary

Posted on 31 May 2016 by Andrew V

I’m now half-way through my stay abroad and I can honestly say that I hardly miss a thing from back home, which is great actually. But there is one thing I crave—and this is going to sound silly—video games! It’s … Continue reading →

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The space in between

Posted on 29 March 2016 by Andrew V

The Mediterranean sun sure livens things up and you’ll often hear a domestic squabble, schoolkids running riot or a fit of road rage through a car window. The locals roll their eyes, chuckle or make the most of it in … Continue reading →

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R-E-S-P-E-C-T—Sock it to me

Posted on 17 February 2016 by Andrew V

In case you’re wondering about that stamped badge on the sidebar, no I haven’t actually declined an invitation to the limelight (notwithstanding my current WordPress blog post count of three). Rather, it’s an open symbol of my dissent in some … Continue reading →

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