Nonsense Spin doctors, trolls & conspiracy theorists spout nonsense. We can dismiss disinformation as hype & attention-seeking. But ignoring statistics, compiled with care & expertise, leaves us in the dark with no proper basis on which to make decisions – for business, health or government. Take nobody’s word for it. See through the hype Guessed the…
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Ploughman’s lunch The ploughman’s lunch – all porky pies? Alludes to rustic, outdoor, bygone times, but actually dates from 1950s promotion in pubs to boost cheese sales. Sounds hot, sophisticated & substantial, when it’s a simple, light meal – bread, cheese, pickle, maybe added pie, egg & salad – eaten cold, with a glass of…
Terms & conditions “I have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions” – the most common lie in the world? Guessed the word? Series 3 (5/7) [photo: geralt]