Jessica Austin-Burdett
@artteachjess.bsky.social
Head of Art and Community, cat lover, creative ideas and approaches abound! Here for everyone except the haters; live, love and create! Think green stay clean! We have no planet B!
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On the principle that a silent ally is no ally, I state categorically that I stand with my trans friends and with trans strangers in sorrow for the decision of the UK Supreme Court. Human Rights are everyone’s rights!!
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REGULATIONS = PROTECTIONS FOR AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
DEREGULATIONS = ALLOWING CORPORATIONS TO HARM AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
DEREGULATIONS = ALLOWING CORPORATIONS TO HARM AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
February 12, 2026 at 11:32 PM
REGULATIONS = PROTECTIONS FOR AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
DEREGULATIONS = ALLOWING CORPORATIONS TO HARM AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
DEREGULATIONS = ALLOWING CORPORATIONS TO HARM AMERICANS, HUMANS, EARTH
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The fact Wes Streeting was warned by his own officials that the toxicity of Palantir made the contract less likely to succeed raises, yet again, the question why Government granted it the contract in the first place?
NHS deal with AI firm Palantir called into question after officials’ concerns revealed
Exclusive: in 2025 briefing to Wes Streeting, officials warned reputation of tech firm behind US ICE operations would hinder rollout of data system in UK
www.theguardian.com
February 13, 2026 at 6:29 AM
The fact Wes Streeting was warned by his own officials that the toxicity of Palantir made the contract less likely to succeed raises, yet again, the question why Government granted it the contract in the first place?
Is there nothing this narcissistic, selfish, arrogant pig won’t do to line his and other already stinking rich people pockets more?
Today, the Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding: the ruling that served as the basis for limits on tailpipe emissions and power plant rules. Without it, we’ll be less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change—all so the fossil fuel industry can make even more money.
WATCH: Trump, EPA's Zeldin announce end of scientific basis for U.S. action on climate change
The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change, the most aggressiv...
www.pbs.org
February 13, 2026 at 6:47 AM
Is there nothing this narcissistic, selfish, arrogant pig won’t do to line his and other already stinking rich people pockets more?
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London is number one for culture. Great to see that Tate Britain has recorded its busiest winter in more than a decade with a record-breaking 700,000 visitors.
Tate Britain enjoys busiest winter in decade as opening hours extended
The Millbank venue has extended its weekend opening hours in response to a surge in demand
www.standard.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 6:07 PM
London is number one for culture. Great to see that Tate Britain has recorded its busiest winter in more than a decade with a record-breaking 700,000 visitors.
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The time to be loud in defense of trans rights is now.
Join us for an Unrivaled watch party in support of our Supreme Court case defending trans student athletes with @nyclu.org at Wilka’s Sports Bar on March 2 at 7:30pm.
Tell your friends — you don't want to miss it! 🏀
Join us for an Unrivaled watch party in support of our Supreme Court case defending trans student athletes with @nyclu.org at Wilka’s Sports Bar on March 2 at 7:30pm.
Tell your friends — you don't want to miss it! 🏀
February 12, 2026 at 7:07 PM
The time to be loud in defense of trans rights is now.
Join us for an Unrivaled watch party in support of our Supreme Court case defending trans student athletes with @nyclu.org at Wilka’s Sports Bar on March 2 at 7:30pm.
Tell your friends — you don't want to miss it! 🏀
Join us for an Unrivaled watch party in support of our Supreme Court case defending trans student athletes with @nyclu.org at Wilka’s Sports Bar on March 2 at 7:30pm.
Tell your friends — you don't want to miss it! 🏀
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Struggling to find the words to describe the utter reckless vandalism of this sickening move - deliberately making millions of people sicker & less secure in order to enrich billionaire polluters
Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public health
The White House calls it the largest deregulation in US history, but environmentalists say it will prove costly for Americans.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Struggling to find the words to describe the utter reckless vandalism of this sickening move - deliberately making millions of people sicker & less secure in order to enrich billionaire polluters
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Against a corrupt, exhausted, unlucky Government, which under-estimated the threat from Reform, trying for its fifth General Election in a row, Morgan McSweeney delivered 33.7% of the vote. And he then made Starmer the most unpopular PM ever. That's the measure of the man's 'genius'.
February 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Against a corrupt, exhausted, unlucky Government, which under-estimated the threat from Reform, trying for its fifth General Election in a row, Morgan McSweeney delivered 33.7% of the vote. And he then made Starmer the most unpopular PM ever. That's the measure of the man's 'genius'.
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This is a frightening piece on the power of men, sidelining and destruction of women. I would like to think noone would act like this, but obviously many do and they did.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
Sex and snacks, but no seat at the table: the role of women in Epstein’s sordid men’s club
Files reveal a world of flattery and fratboy tones, where rich men are cultivated and women provide services
www.theguardian.com
February 7, 2026 at 8:36 AM
This is a frightening piece on the power of men, sidelining and destruction of women. I would like to think noone would act like this, but obviously many do and they did.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
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No new tech. If you don't need it, don't buy it. Repair or buy refurbished if you must
January 30, 2026 at 10:55 PM
No new tech. If you don't need it, don't buy it. Repair or buy refurbished if you must
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Socialism built your roads, it built your rail, it built your healthcare, it built your power stations and power lines, it built your houses.
Everything that works was built by socialism, everything that doesn't work is owned by capitalism.
Everything that works was built by socialism, everything that doesn't work is owned by capitalism.
January 30, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Socialism built your roads, it built your rail, it built your healthcare, it built your power stations and power lines, it built your houses.
Everything that works was built by socialism, everything that doesn't work is owned by capitalism.
Everything that works was built by socialism, everything that doesn't work is owned by capitalism.
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Urban Outfitters, Dreams and Royal Parks cafes criticised for use of gig economy app
Urban Outfitters, Dreams and Royal Parks cafes criticised for use of gig economy app
TUC urges ministers to bring forward changes to protect workers amid concerns over apps such as Temper
The fashion retailer Urban Outfitters, the bed specialist Dreams and the operator of several Royal Parks cafes have been criticised for the use of the gig economy app Temper to take on staff – some of whom can end up earning below minimum wage.
The TUC is urging the government to bring forward promised reforms to protect gig economy workers amid concerns that those hired by apps such as Temper are missing out on significant employment rights including sick pay, rest breaks, holiday pay and a minimum hourly rate. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:16 AM
Urban Outfitters, Dreams and Royal Parks cafes criticised for use of gig economy app
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Want to contribute to taking down Nigel Farage?
The Green Party are the alternative - lower bills and protect our NHS.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
The Green Party are the alternative - lower bills and protect our NHS.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
January 30, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Want to contribute to taking down Nigel Farage?
The Green Party are the alternative - lower bills and protect our NHS.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
The Green Party are the alternative - lower bills and protect our NHS.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
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Movie review from Guardian on Melania.
January 30, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Movie review from Guardian on Melania.
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If VAT on private school fees is 'class war', what's the right term for 8% compound interest on student loans?
January 31, 2026 at 11:27 AM
If VAT on private school fees is 'class war', what's the right term for 8% compound interest on student loans?
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London has landed in the top ten greenest cities on the planet 🌱
Not bad for a city that never sits still.
We’re delivering cleaner transport and more green spaces, with even more to come.
Not bad for a city that never sits still.
We’re delivering cleaner transport and more green spaces, with even more to come.
London among the top ten greenest cities in the world, report shows
The city came in tenth place overall, earning an admirable Green City Index score of 66.85
www.standard.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 10:10 AM
London has landed in the top ten greenest cities on the planet 🌱
Not bad for a city that never sits still.
We’re delivering cleaner transport and more green spaces, with even more to come.
Not bad for a city that never sits still.
We’re delivering cleaner transport and more green spaces, with even more to come.
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Come to Fesshole Live in 2026! Tickets are now on sale for Glasgow, Leicester, Luton and Leeds. The Sweden Tour visits Malmö, Göteborg and Stockholm, and Anon Opin hits Leicester and Glasgow . Best of Fesshole, audience confessions, secret history & more: https://sites.google.com/view/fesshole
January 22, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Come to Fesshole Live in 2026! Tickets are now on sale for Glasgow, Leicester, Luton and Leeds. The Sweden Tour visits Malmö, Göteborg and Stockholm, and Anon Opin hits Leicester and Glasgow . Best of Fesshole, audience confessions, secret history & more: https://sites.google.com/view/fesshole
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we're not angry enough about the board of peace. its a mercenary organisation. People with no business in the region being used to dictate the reconstruction and running of Gaza. They are treating the place like a playground. every aspect of it makes me feel sick
January 22, 2026 at 11:30 AM
we're not angry enough about the board of peace. its a mercenary organisation. People with no business in the region being used to dictate the reconstruction and running of Gaza. They are treating the place like a playground. every aspect of it makes me feel sick
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A pretty unambiguous top line judgement in the UK's "National security assessment on global ecosystems" report, released today:
"Global ecosystem degradation and collapse threaten UK national security and prosperity" Confidence: high.
Time to speed up action, then?
www.gov.uk/government/p...
"Global ecosystem degradation and collapse threaten UK national security and prosperity" Confidence: high.
Time to speed up action, then?
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Nature security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security
This strategic assessment explores how global biodiversity loss and the collapse of critical ecosystems could affect the UK’s resilience, security and prosperity.
www.gov.uk
January 20, 2026 at 9:36 PM
A pretty unambiguous top line judgement in the UK's "National security assessment on global ecosystems" report, released today:
"Global ecosystem degradation and collapse threaten UK national security and prosperity" Confidence: high.
Time to speed up action, then?
www.gov.uk/government/p...
"Global ecosystem degradation and collapse threaten UK national security and prosperity" Confidence: high.
Time to speed up action, then?
www.gov.uk/government/p...
How much did they pay baby Beckham to post that statement at this point in time?? Deflection! Much!
January 20, 2026 at 8:29 PM
How much did they pay baby Beckham to post that statement at this point in time?? Deflection! Much!
This is what they do to reporters now!
Photo by Pierre Lavie. Yes this is me. And I threw my Leica. It landed on the bass plate with hardly a scratch. Another Photographer grabbed it along with my phone and I was able to track him later. I was held face down tear gas deployed right in front of me and pepper sprayed directly into the eye.
January 17, 2026 at 8:07 PM
This is what they do to reporters now!
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"Anything Donald Trump says should be a concern for us all.
Keir Starmer should actually get a back bone and stand up to Donald Trump." - Mothin Ali
#BBCAQ
Keir Starmer should actually get a back bone and stand up to Donald Trump." - Mothin Ali
#BBCAQ
January 16, 2026 at 8:24 PM
"Anything Donald Trump says should be a concern for us all.
Keir Starmer should actually get a back bone and stand up to Donald Trump." - Mothin Ali
#BBCAQ
Keir Starmer should actually get a back bone and stand up to Donald Trump." - Mothin Ali
#BBCAQ
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"And we now have María on the line who would like to swap a Nobel Peace Prize for the presidency of Venezuela..."
January 16, 2026 at 10:29 AM
"And we now have María on the line who would like to swap a Nobel Peace Prize for the presidency of Venezuela..."
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j... how to completely discredit the whole process and the prize. They are both prize idiots!!
Giving Trump the Nobel peace prize medal is ‘absurd’, say Norwegian politicians
US president criticised for accepting medal awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado
www.theguardian.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:57 PM
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j... how to completely discredit the whole process and the prize. They are both prize idiots!!
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Sorry but now I’ve seen the similarity I can’t unsee it…
January 12, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Sorry but now I’ve seen the similarity I can’t unsee it…