Tag: greece
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What is the “Refugee Crisis”? And why should you care?
AKA: why are there suddenly refugees everywhere, and when are they going to go away? (Hint: never) This is a summary of the notes I took on the first day of the effect.org “Hacking the Refugee Crisis” expedition in Athens. More on that in a bit, but first… Crisis, What Crisis? Today, globally, there are […]
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Generic vegetable oil != olive oil
Grrr. I’m angry with Greece. Silly really, and it’s my own stupid fault no doubt for going on a cheap bucket-shop holiday, but I am, so there it is. Let’s be more specific. Last night we did the obligatory “Greek Night”. The dancing & entertainment were great. Nothing to begrudge there. It’s just… the food. […]