Why India Worships Shahrukh Khan

If you’ve never been to India, it’s hard to explain just how important Shahrukh Khan is. He is a V, V, V, VIP.Imagine someone who has the film star status of George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt rolled into one, who has the common touch and …

Weekend Love Forecast

“How can I help it if I think you’re funny when you’re mad
Trying hard not to smile though I feel bad
I’m the kind of guy who laughs at a funeral
Can’t understand what I mean? You soon will.”
–Barenaked Ladies, “One Week”

Greece’s Plight

Here is what I wrote about Greece back in June”This is very, very serious for Greece. And I think it will lead to a complete re-invention of the state, and the journey may be pretty rocky.”To read the rest of the piece, click here.

Occupy Astrology: Resurrecting a Long-Dead Rebel

Rome 2011You will have noticed that protesters from Madrid to Wall Street to the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral have been sporting a particular mask.Julian Assange has one.No it’s not Satan, although it does look rather devilish. It’s Guy Fawkes, the Cat…