Every writer, to some extent, writes about himself.

Every writer, to some extent, writes about himself.

There is a lot of interest in resources stocks and the sector looks set for a good move forward. There read more

There is a lot of interest in resources stocks and the sector looks set for a good move forward. There are all the usual stories about overseas predators targeting Australian miners, which look cheap on a world-wide comparison.

Acting is a masochistic form of exhibitionism. It is not quite the occupation of an adult.

Acting is a masochistic form of exhibitionism. It is not quite the occupation of an adult.

He wanted to hear from everyone, no matter what they have to say.

He wanted to hear from everyone, no matter what they have to say.

Today's arrests are an attempt to suppress any vocal opposition to the king, or his attempts to win legitimacy by read more

Today's arrests are an attempt to suppress any vocal opposition to the king, or his attempts to win legitimacy by holding elections. Silencing the leadership, the king hopes, will silence the people. Such actions belie his stated belief in democratic principles and the rule of law.

So far, we've had 7.36 inches (of rain) for the year. Normal is about 4.51, so we're well above it.

So far, we've had 7.36 inches (of rain) for the year. Normal is about 4.51, so we're well above it.

The world can only be grasped by action, not by contemplation. The hand is the cutting edge of the mind.

The world can only be grasped by action, not by contemplation. The hand is the cutting edge of the mind.

Think as you work, for in the final analysis, your worth to your company comes not only in solving problems, read more

Think as you work, for in the final analysis, your worth to your company comes not only in solving problems, but also in anticipating them.

I give him a C-minus. It's better than we've had, but we've got a long way to go to get read more

I give him a C-minus. It's better than we've had, but we've got a long way to go to get this federal fiscal house in order. ... I would give him a much higher grade if he had vetoed just one (spending) bill.