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A Morning Thought @ 1418

Solidarity Appeal For Ukrainian Victims Of Russian Army Abductions

People And Nature ☭ Local councillors in the UK have launched an appeal demanding “an end to the use of kidnapping, arbitrary imprisonment and other violence” against elected officials, journalists, civic activists and others in the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine.4-April-2022The statement condemns “attempts by the Russian army and security services to destroy elected local government

Lynx By Ten To The Power Of Two Hundred

Ten links to a diverse range of opinion that might be of interest to TPQ readers. They are selected not to invite agreement but curiosity. Readers can submit links to pieces they find thought provoking.Before We Conform, Let Us At Least Be CuriousThe differences between how the American and Chinese governments regulate capitalismFrom Aerial Strikes to Starvation, Afghanistan’s People Bear the

In Quillversation With Mark Hayes @ Ⅰ

Mark Hayes discusses the War In Ukraine, amongst other things, with Anthony McIntyre. It was part of a WhatsApp conversation on the current situation in Ukraine where old friends vigorously disagreed . . . but still remained old friends! Mark Hayes felt it would be of interest to TPQ readers, and his partner very generously transcribed it. The only amendments were for typos, grammar or tidying..

A Morning Thought @ 1417

From A Parker Knoll Sofa 6

Michael Praetorius ✒ When not busking, I'm primarily a philosopher, and therefore exempt from housework, despite Jean's shallow carping.We live in dark times, but Philosophy can help you be mindful and come through smiling. Follow these basic guidelines:  1) I often say this, but it's worth repeating at times of crisis such as now, when people are particularly desperate to find some optimistic

Lynx By Ten To The Power Of One Hundred And Ninety Nine

Ten links to a diverse range of opinion that might be of interest to TPQ readers. They are selected not to invite agreement but curiosity. Readers can submit links to pieces they find thought provoking.Before We Conform, Let Us At Least Be CuriousRussia-Israel TiesBill Clinton’s Role in the Crisis Over UkraineUkraine - the narrative the West doesn't hear'This Is Robbery': Chevron Profits

Photograph

Frankie Quinn with a poem from his book Open Gates.PhotographUpon a poet’s grave you standWith his breath held in your hand.The beauty that I see in youOnly Yeats could describeBecause he looked beyond the glassThat darkens and shades your eyes.♞♜♝Beneath your feet is the man who saidThe Windows of the soul.Through the windows of your soulI feel the flavour in your mindAnd the windows of the soul

Parachute Payments

Peter Anderson ⚽ It's that time of the year again when we not only look to the final run ins of champions and cup winners, but also down at who's getting relegated. Norwich are down and Watford as good as. The final place will see a race between Burnley, Leeds and Everton, and it seems too tight to call. Burnley and Leeds have 34 points and Everton 32, but have played a game less. On Saturday

A Morning Thought @ 1416