Two Nightmares Averted.

Mr Putin says that he has no opinion on whether Scotland should become independent or remain part of the UK. He says it’s none of Russia’s business; it’s a purely UK affair.

Is it? Phew! That’s a relief.

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It struck me tonight that it would have been a nice touch if Peter Jackson had cast East Asian actors to play the elves in LOTR. Imagine a Japanese Galadriel. Better still, don’t!