There is no such thing as a risk-free return. Why, then, does the finance industry keep referring to safe assets?

The upcoming US election is more than just a choice between two old men. It is a choice between democracy and authoritarianism.

Enjoy impressions of Montserrat and Tarragona from a two-day road trip from Barcelona.

Greater competition will help to realise online commerce's full potential. Beckn protocol enables all buyers and all sellers to participate.

What motivated my 5,000 nautical mile sailing voyage from Brighton to St. George's?

This is the story of the life and final fate of S/V Elinor, a fine wooden sailing ship that sadly no longer graces our oceans.

A quick overview of how and where to go on an African safari, especially if you are new to this kind of adventure.

The UK's descent into populism and nationalism illustrates perfectly the reasons why the European Union was formed.

Martyrdom is a time-honoured method for garnering support for political causes. It is being used in Gaza today.

I rack up country number 176 with a lighting visit to Guinea-Bissau!

I visit Senegal's southern Casamance region, racking up country number 175.

It may be small, but to me The Gambia is a country just like any other. Number 174 in my collection!

The British and other governments are sending immigrants back under the radar. No wonder. It is ugly. Heartbreaking.

A great asymmetry explains why cultural differences are so easily exploited for political purposes.

Culture turned to the dark side once human populations came into contact with each other.

Most people take it for granted that culture is a good thing. Yet, culture sits right at the heart of darkness.

Little Geert found out he was cut out for great things as he sat on the loo...

There has been a marked erosion in the quality of politics and economics in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis.

An inconspicuous hole in a city wall in Barcelona conceals a dark history.

The fascinating tory of a hotel on Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona.