Australia vs New Zealand

They call each other ‘cousins,’ and once upon a time they were allies. Side by side they fought, side by side they fell, side by side they lost, and side by side they won. Both were born as independent countries in the first half of the 20th century – forged into nations most specifically – … Read more

Let’s give Israel a present

‘Palestinian’ journalist: France wants to give Arabs a gift. Despite Israel’s solid objections to the convening, before year’s end, of a conference the French hope will “help relaunch the Middle East peace process” – and irrespective of Israel’s quietly resolved rejection of an invitation to attend, Paris is reportedly proceeding with its plans. According to … Read more