One Famous Himalayan Hug Turns 60

And Nepal celebrates those who've been to the top. But not everyone thinks that so many people should be inspired by George Mallory's motivation. 

How Much Did Our Ministers Take Home Last Year?

Salary, per diem and other perks. And was their output commensurate with what they cost us?

Not a bad idea if we ranked them. Or grouped them.

Manraj Report to Cost An Extra Billion

According to media reports of the press point of the PM yesterday. The report itself can be downloaded here. Just thinking aloud: why hasn't the duty free car privilege been cancelled and replaced with a bus pass?

Maurice, Ile Durable?

India Welcomes Back Friend As Chinese Premier

Li Keqiang is back in India today after 27 years for a 3-day visit. This is his first overseas trip as Chinese PM. Which is happening a few days after the standoff in Ladakh ended peacefully.

He will be meeting the Indian PM for talks on a wide-ranging number of issues. Including border claims and dams that the Middle Empire wants to build on the Brahmaputra.

Norton Deems Lexpress.mu a Malicious Site

Got this unusual warning message when I was trying to read the report on that terrible accident. The other media sites seem ok. Bizarre.