Monthly Archives: October 2009

Faith Schools

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Les

This story from the BBC seems to highlight what to me seems an intractable problem with faith schools and religiosity in general. Is anybody really surprised that the report commissioned by Ed Balls found that schools from faiths with opposing … Continue reading →

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Johnny Ball – Mathemagician

Posted on October 23, 2009 by Les

So, I took my six year old son to the Cheltenham Literature festival again last weekend, this time for an audience with Johnny Ball. Who is Johnny Ball? Those of you of a certain age will remember him from the … Continue reading →

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iTunes purchases to MP3 with ease

Posted on October 17, 2009 by Les

So, like the iTunes newbie that I am, excited with my new car’s ability to play MP3 CDs I tried to burn such a thing from within iTunes. I hit the message that you are not allowed to do this … Continue reading →

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My new favourite cinema

Posted on October 11, 2009 by Les

So I’ve finally visited the new CineWorld in Cheltenham on the site of the old brewery. Generous seating with low seats and high arms perfect for first class slouching. The picture was good as expected as it was digital 3d … Continue reading →

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