Many many moons ago I was a student. I was doing a research postgraduate degree in the University of Limerick. A lot of my friends at the time were in academia. Most of them were also doing research. So I have an understanding of how academic research works. Fraudulently misrepresenting yourself is not acceptable in any academic context that I'm aware of. In fact many … [Read more...] about Don’t Treat People (or Businesses) Like Lab Rats Princeton
Upping My Card Game a Little
I don't care what people think, but I love sending (and receiving) cards. As somebody who spends most of their time in a very digital world I really appreciate physical letters and cards from time to time. Don't get me wrong, I really don't want people to start sending me letters all the time when an email would suffice, but an actual card or letter is refreshing. When I was a … [Read more...] about Upping My Card Game a Little
Over the top Intricate Chocolate Lion
There's a new food show on Netflix called "School of Chocolate" which stars chef Amaury Guichon. I've only watched a couple of episodes, but the concept is kind of like a cooking competition combined with a teaching element. But it's not simply about making nice chocolate bars or even cakes. It's about creating incredibly complex and intricate creations with chocolate. … [Read more...] about Over the top Intricate Chocolate Lion
No Time to Die References to Other Bond Films
If you've seen No Time to Die already then this is for you - especially if you're a hardcore Bond fan. If you haven't then maybe wait until you do as it does contain a few spoilers (sort of) One of the things about No Time to Die is that it has quite a few references to other Bond films - both ones with Daniel Craig and ones that predate him. Enjoy: Of course we … [Read more...] about No Time to Die References to Other Bond Films
Tesco’s “Controversial” Christmas 2021 Advert
This advert from Tesco is upsetting some people. Watch if yourself and make up your mind. Maybe some people are upset easily or don't like Christmas adverts in November ... .. … [Read more...] about Tesco’s “Controversial” Christmas 2021 Advert