Sir Ian McKellen (with an e)

Long live the man, the voice, and the legend!

Counting the cost

“We’re doomed!  Mr Mannering, Sir.”

Old gold

It’s estimated that 95% of all the gold ever mined is still around.

Can’t catch a falling star

Our amazing universe.

Tabloids muddy the waters

A democracy needs perspective and humility.

The merchandising of Venice

“What news on the Rialto?”
“Why, none. ’Tis flooded…”