There’s something very interesting going on in South America at the moment. It doesn’t seem to be getting a huge amount of attention, but if it catches on it could have far and wide implications for all of us. Indigenous communities there have lived off their tribal lands for generations. While many still do, others … Continue reading Can we have our island back?
Month: May 2006
Motorola (RED) – the new ‘wristband’?
The Independent is one of my favourite newspapers. Often a little different, always daring, up front and in your face, and not afraid to tell it how it is. Tuesday, May 16th’s edition is no different. Dedicated to Africa (not entirely, but pretty close) – and in particular the continent’s battle with HIV/AIDS – even … Continue reading Motorola (RED) – the new ‘wristband’?
Short stories from the canoe – Part 4
There it was! Right in front of my eyes, perched at the front of my canoe. I couldn’t believe it. The last remaining Black Billed Hawksdiver anywhere in the world. As it sat there, struggling for breath, I couldn’t help but think that I’d saved it – the last one. If I hadn’t been here … Continue reading Short stories from the canoe – Part 4
Building the Olympic ‘dream’
I’ve tended to shy away from reproducing other people’s work on my blog. After all, it’s a bit lazy, isn’t it? But today I’m making an exception. Conservation is often accused of being too negative, always looking for the worst in everything. Although this isn’t strictly true, the people working behind the scenes often remain … Continue reading Building the Olympic ‘dream’