Author Archives: JJS

The art of digital decluttering

Posted on March 12, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A cozy reflection Feeling slightly under the weather, I have no inclination for physical activity. So here I am, comfortably wrapped in my lounging wear, nestled on the sofa with a hot drink in hand, trying to untangle my … Continue reading →

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Boycotting with a twist

Posted on March 10, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 My two-decades quest for alternatives Ah, the good ol’ days of the early 2000s, when hair was big, jeans were baggy, and the world was blissfully unaware of the impending doom that came with a certain military operation in … Continue reading →

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The week that was 10-2025

Posted on March 9, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A retired person’s delight (mostly) Ah, another week in the life of a happily retired individual. A week that was neither too adventurous nor entirely uneventful—just the right balance of leisure, technology-induced epiphanies, and the occasional humbling experience. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Europe at a crossroads

Posted on March 7, 2025 by JJS

Standing strong in a changing world Here’s a transcript of the French Senator Mr Malhuret’s excellent full speech earlier this week reflecting much of my own thoughts. Mr. President, Mr. Prime Minister, Ladies and Gentlemen Ministers, My dear colleagues, Europe … Continue reading →

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The joys of modern air travel

Posted on March 5, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A tale of two travel authorisations Next month, I have the pleasure of transiting via Los Angeles (LAX) en route from Paris to the South Pacific. My stopover is a brief couple of hours—just long enough for the airline … Continue reading →

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Robots

Posted on March 2, 2025 by JJS

🇫🇷 IA et dĂ©ja-vu technologique Une dissertation sans fin Quand j’étais au lycĂ©e – Ă  une Ă©poque oĂą les tĂ©lĂ©phones avaient des cadrans et oĂą l’ordinateur personnel relevait encore de la science-fiction – on nous demandait de disserter sur l’impact … Continue reading →

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Lost and found

Posted on March 1, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 The tale of my forgotten Mini Drone You know that feeling when you stumble upon something you completely forgot you owned? Like finding a 20€ bill in an old jacket, except in my case, it was a brand-new, untouched … Continue reading →

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The month that was – February 2025

Posted on March 1, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 A month of movement, mild weather and musical holograms Ah, February—the shortest month, yet somehow always managing to pack in just as much (if not more) than its lengthier counterparts. This one started in spectacular fashion, with the annual—or … Continue reading →

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The great February escape

Posted on February 25, 2025 by JJS

🇫🇷 Un plan se met en place pour 2026 Après une escapade dĂ©licieuse, bien que bien trop courte, Ă  Barcelone, une idĂ©e mĂ»rit dans mon esprit—une idĂ©e qui, comme un bon vin, ne fait que s’amĂ©liorer avec le temps. FĂ©vrier, … Continue reading →

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The week that was 07-25

Posted on February 16, 2025 by JJS

🇬🇧 Super Bowl, AI adventures & a hint of spring The week kicked off—quite literally—with a spectacularly short night, courtesy of my Tennessean friend and almost-neighbor, Charlie. He extended an invitation to watch Super Bowl LIX, an offer I could … Continue reading →

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