This year’s election is already motivating politicians to seek television exposure.
We can expect to see more frequently hopeful future Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in both media and print.
There has been a recent sighting of the abducted child who went missing in Portugal; she would now be ten years old. Although there was a chance she could have been spotted in New Zealand, the sighting did not involve Madeline, much to her parents’ disappointment.
Similarly, a Welsh child who disappeared has not yet been found, though a man has allegedly been charged with involvement in her kidnapping.
In the USA, discussions around gun control continue to lack seriousness, resulting in an increase in gun-related fatalities.
A million-dollar reward has been offered for information leading to the apprehension of a gunman accused of shooting and killing innocent individuals. This incident concluded with another shootout, resulting in the death of a police officer, while the assailant was presumed dead inside a cabin in the woods.
Weather events are again causing disruptions globally, with earthquakes affecting regions in the Solomon Islands and Colombia. Meanwhile, in Western Australia, temperatures soared into the forties for an entire week. It feels as though we are being forewarned of future calamities…
I had a discussion with my scientific associate, David Livingstone (his real name), from Ozzie News. He suggested that the close approach of a space object could lead to unpredictable weather changes. This was his theory for the significant alterations in weather patterns. After all, it did not bode well for the dinosaurs many years ago.
There are bushfires again, and sadly, two firefighters lost their lives; they were two courageous individuals trying their best to protect our lives and homes.
Although the Dollar has weakened slightly, it hasn’t been enough to benefit businesses.
Politicians discussing budgets seem to believe that a strong dollar is impacting exports.
I continue to inquire about this, and I will persist until we receive a clear answer. While I find it repetitive to bring it up, I must ask… Where are the millions collected from the Carbon tax going?
New Zealand has commenced processing asylum seekers arriving by boat. How many other nations will Julia Gillard consult to help her make a decision on this issue? Perhaps we could process them in the countries they are departing from before they board a boat.
Although drugs and sports are not a new issue, tracking the offenders who bet on sports is essential to prevent cheating. Too frequently, referees make hasty decisions that influence game outcomes. How often have we seen soccer teams reduced to ten players? It’s truly unfair to both the fans and the teams. As a fan bringing my children to games, it’s disheartening when a referee or umpire crushes our hopes with a ‘hasty’ decision. Attending games costs families a significant amount of money.
Referees’ decisions and the resultant game outcomes ought to be subject to thorough introspection, especially in cases where a player has been expelled. The only oversight for referees comes from their fellow referees. While a drug-using player is likely to be caught and penalized eventually, a corrupt official may never face consequences, leaving teams, players, and fans to suffer. Only the gamblers emerge victorious.
In terms of drug enforcement, our customs officials once again demonstrated their effectiveness with a significant seizure. They do commendable work for us and warrant appreciation for their dedication. It appears that our actors and actresses might not receive any Oscars this year. Yet, after viewing the nominees for best films at the British awards, I am not surprised we are not recognized.
The Best Actress performed in French in a film that required subtitles, while the Best Actor was…Abraham Lincoln. This film has been remade over five hundred times, featuring past actors who never received awards.
The best film focused on war, Iran, and Bin Laden. If that’s deemed the best film, I might just prefer to stay home this year and watch the Oscars in Dutch… or perhaps Double Dutch. This year’s best films are absent from the list. Perhaps an investigation into the selection process for these films is warranted.
It’s possible that criminal gangs might be betting on the winners. Should we verify if officials from NRL, AFL, or soccer are involved?
I received my electric bill this week. Although I am aware that I’ve been using the air conditioning, it seems I might have to sell the car to cover the bill. Is this what they refer to as going green? It certainly makes me feel green all over.
Global Warming – I am contributing my part. Next year, I might have to resort to sitting in the freezer.
Australian cricket is performing exceptionally well in sports. Kudos to all our players and a round of applause for the girls who nearly secured a place in the finals.
Tennis is in need of some financial support – perhaps using Carbon taxes could enhance the development of our younger players.
Cycling is thriving, and surfing is catching those waves.
The Pope has resigned… the first time in 600 years. Perhaps this year Julia and Tony will also resign… just kidding.
French troops are nearing victory in Mali. However, with suicide bombers and fanatics entering the conflict, it could turn into another Vietnam for the French. Let’s hope we can stay out of this turmoil.
We can expect better weather reports next week.
by Tommy Taylor
