The more we learn of the true nature of non-human animals, especially those with complex brains and corresponding complex social behaviour, the more ethical concerns are raised regarding their use in the service of man—whether this be in entertainment, as ‘pets,’ for food, in research laboratories or any of the other uses to which we subject them.

Investors should avoid making decisions based on short-term market movements.

The real giants have been those who have stood for something, who have had a clear idea of what they wanted to say and have said it with force and clarity.

It is to the credit of human nature, that, except where its selfishness is brought into play, it loves more readily than it hates.