Miscellaneous items I found interesting this week.
Five of the weirdest taxes in the world
As British as Fish and Chips
Dan Gardner’s antidote to rising ethno-nationalism?
Christmas Food Traditions
A four-page article in the latest edition of the Really Useful Bulletin from the Federation of Family History Societies.
Climate Change Scenarios for Britain
Scientists have laid bare the six deadly worst–case climate scenarios that could batter Britain by the end of the century. These are: Enhanced global warming, rapidly–reduced aerosols, volcanic eruption, stronger Arctic amplification, changes to ocean currents, and rising sea levels.
Thanks to the following individuals for their comments and tips: Ann Burns, Anonymous, Bryan Cook, Christine Jackson, Gail, Nick Mcdonald, Susan Smart, Teresa, and Unknown.
