Brian Gentles
@briangentles.bsky.social
Clonmel, Ireland. Getting long in the tooth, zero craic
@thinkorswim.bsky.social congratulations on your first five years on The Last Word, your efforts are greatly appreciated
February 12, 2026 at 5:04 PM
@thinkorswim.bsky.social congratulations on your first five years on The Last Word, your efforts are greatly appreciated
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: my.uplift.ie/petitions/st... @uplift.ie
Stop a Canadian corporation harvesting huge forests of seaweed from the west coast
There should be a public consultation on this plan opening soon but lets gather signatures to demonstrate the fact that up and down the west coast, thousands of people don't want our seaweed rights gi...
my.uplift.ie
February 10, 2026 at 10:39 PM
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: my.uplift.ie/petitions/st... @uplift.ie
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And there we have it folks, having failed to do anything to halt the injury and death toll on our roads the government now plans to criminalise cycling.
This will kill bike share schemes around the country. @bleeperactive.bsky.social
www.thejournal.ie/e-bikes-scoo...
This will kill bike share schemes around the country. @bleeperactive.bsky.social
www.thejournal.ie/e-bikes-scoo...
Helmets and hi-vis clothing to be made mandatory for e-bikes and e-scooter users
Cabinet will sign off on plans to explicitly ban the use of scramblers on roads this morning.
www.thejournal.ie
February 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM
And there we have it folks, having failed to do anything to halt the injury and death toll on our roads the government now plans to criminalise cycling.
This will kill bike share schemes around the country. @bleeperactive.bsky.social
www.thejournal.ie/e-bikes-scoo...
This will kill bike share schemes around the country. @bleeperactive.bsky.social
www.thejournal.ie/e-bikes-scoo...
Because I'm so lazy, this took longer than anticipated, but finally got the second installment mounted @leehealey.bsky.social @barneyfarmer.bsky.social
January 31, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Because I'm so lazy, this took longer than anticipated, but finally got the second installment mounted @leehealey.bsky.social @barneyfarmer.bsky.social
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Dublin's MetroLink myths, misinformation, and misdirection: Capacity is key irishcycle.com/2026/01/28/d...
Dublin’s MetroLink myths, misinformation, and misdirection: Capacity is key
Comment & Analysis: MetroLink is approaching the stage where transport agencies issue a call for companies to bid to construct and operate the line, so it’s worth spending time debunking …
irishcycle.com
January 29, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Dublin's MetroLink myths, misinformation, and misdirection: Capacity is key irishcycle.com/2026/01/28/d...
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There is an excellent free-to-read obituary of Dr Renfrew Christie at @dailymaverick.co.za
www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Incredible life...with time for fun things:
"He loved his fleet of old clunkers, too, long versions of ancient Mercedes-Benz S classes, & a Volvo built like a tank."
www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Incredible life...with time for fun things:
"He loved his fleet of old clunkers, too, long versions of ancient Mercedes-Benz S classes, & a Volvo built like a tank."
January 18, 2026 at 5:39 AM
There is an excellent free-to-read obituary of Dr Renfrew Christie at @dailymaverick.co.za
www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Incredible life...with time for fun things:
"He loved his fleet of old clunkers, too, long versions of ancient Mercedes-Benz S classes, & a Volvo built like a tank."
www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
Incredible life...with time for fun things:
"He loved his fleet of old clunkers, too, long versions of ancient Mercedes-Benz S classes, & a Volvo built like a tank."
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"Uruguay produces nearly 99% of its electricity from renewable sources, with only a small fraction—roughly 1%–3%—coming from flexible thermal plants, such as those powered by natural gas."
They DO have significant hydropower production (45%), but this is still remarkable.
They DO have significant hydropower production (45%), but this is still remarkable.
“Uruguay did what most nations still call impossible: it built a power grid that runs almost entirely on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. The physicist who led that transformation says the same playbook could work anywhere—if governments have the courage to change the rules.”
Uruguay’s Renewable Charge: A Small Nation, A Big Lesson For The World
Uruguay built a power grid that runs 99% on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. Here’s how its bold energy overhaul became a global model.
www.forbes.com
January 11, 2026 at 9:17 AM
"Uruguay produces nearly 99% of its electricity from renewable sources, with only a small fraction—roughly 1%–3%—coming from flexible thermal plants, such as those powered by natural gas."
They DO have significant hydropower production (45%), but this is still remarkable.
They DO have significant hydropower production (45%), but this is still remarkable.
This is absolutely staggering. Watch to the end
Everybody should watch this and see this woman, who has a baby in her arms and is thrust into basically a standoff, develop courage in real time.
From the minnesota community on Reddit: ST. PAUL, MN: A sobbing resident calls 911 as federal agents force their way into her home to chase down a DoorDash driver who was just trying to deliver food.
Explore this post and more from the minnesota community
www.reddit.com
January 10, 2026 at 11:33 PM
This is absolutely staggering. Watch to the end
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In Dublin, on Fenian Street, there's a factory that makes child sex abuse material.
You can pay it money, as a subscription, and that's one of the services it offers. This doesn't happen by mistake or because you've tricked or hacked the system.
It’s a feature.
www.thegist.ie/the-gist-the...
You can pay it money, as a subscription, and that's one of the services it offers. This doesn't happen by mistake or because you've tricked or hacked the system.
It’s a feature.
www.thegist.ie/the-gist-the...
The Gist: The Abuse Factory
X, the child abuse imagery app, revealed our state has no red lines. This is the Gist.
www.thegist.ie
January 10, 2026 at 5:29 PM
In Dublin, on Fenian Street, there's a factory that makes child sex abuse material.
You can pay it money, as a subscription, and that's one of the services it offers. This doesn't happen by mistake or because you've tricked or hacked the system.
It’s a feature.
www.thegist.ie/the-gist-the...
You can pay it money, as a subscription, and that's one of the services it offers. This doesn't happen by mistake or because you've tricked or hacked the system.
It’s a feature.
www.thegist.ie/the-gist-the...
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This is incredibly well done, and totally damning. Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
Video: Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
An analysis of footage from three camera angles show that the vehicle appears to be turning away from a federal officer as he opened fire.
www.nytimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:27 PM
This is incredibly well done, and totally damning. Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
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What just happened ...
Comedy: Jamie Kaler
Comedy: Jamie Kaler
January 4, 2026 at 8:33 AM
What just happened ...
Comedy: Jamie Kaler
Comedy: Jamie Kaler
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One horse open sleighs are bullshit.
January 8, 2025 at 9:37 AM
One horse open sleighs are bullshit.
This is beautiful work @ciaraioch.bsky.social, thanks very much. Happy Christmas!
December 19, 2025 at 4:16 PM
This is beautiful work @ciaraioch.bsky.social, thanks very much. Happy Christmas!
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This is how an interview on (US) energy and climate policy should be conducted. 👌
www.spiegel.de/internationa... HT @claushecking.bsky.social
www.spiegel.de/internationa... HT @claushecking.bsky.social
Project 2025 Author: "We Won't Let Anyone Stop US from Using Our Oil and Gas"
She's not a big fan of electric cars and solar energy, but she does like coal: Diana Furchtgott-Roth is one of the leading authors of "Project 2025." DER SPIEGEL wanted to know more about how the Heri...
www.spiegel.de
December 3, 2025 at 11:03 AM
This is how an interview on (US) energy and climate policy should be conducted. 👌
www.spiegel.de/internationa... HT @claushecking.bsky.social
www.spiegel.de/internationa... HT @claushecking.bsky.social
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November 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Only in Portland: Benson Boone surprising kids on their ride home with the Bike Bus before his concert. Pure joy. #BikeBus #BensonBoone
November 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Only in Portland: Benson Boone surprising kids on their ride home with the Bike Bus before his concert. Pure joy. #BikeBus #BensonBoone
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I did a roundup post of what turned out to be a very weird #Aras25
In 12 newsletters, 3 newspaper articles, & a fair few media bits,
my goal has been to get on the record the ephemera of the digital campaign
Reviewing it, its striking how much is already erased
www.thebriefing.ie/aras25-campa...
In 12 newsletters, 3 newspaper articles, & a fair few media bits,
my goal has been to get on the record the ephemera of the digital campaign
Reviewing it, its striking how much is already erased
www.thebriefing.ie/aras25-campa...
#Aras25 Campaign Roundup
Over the last few months I have tried to dig out and get on the record some of the hidden and more ephemeral aspects of this election. Here is a recap of what we covered.
www.thebriefing.ie
October 24, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I did a roundup post of what turned out to be a very weird #Aras25
In 12 newsletters, 3 newspaper articles, & a fair few media bits,
my goal has been to get on the record the ephemera of the digital campaign
Reviewing it, its striking how much is already erased
www.thebriefing.ie/aras25-campa...
In 12 newsletters, 3 newspaper articles, & a fair few media bits,
my goal has been to get on the record the ephemera of the digital campaign
Reviewing it, its striking how much is already erased
www.thebriefing.ie/aras25-campa...
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The Good Liars - Talking Vaccines
youtu.be/3C48Zb-UETc
youtu.be/3C48Zb-UETc
The Good Liars - Talking Vaccines
YouTube video by The Good Liars
youtu.be
September 30, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The Good Liars - Talking Vaccines
youtu.be/3C48Zb-UETc
youtu.be/3C48Zb-UETc
After a long search, I successfully bought prescription lenses for my Oakley Half Jacket sunglasses. I am very happy right now.
September 19, 2025 at 5:32 PM
After a long search, I successfully bought prescription lenses for my Oakley Half Jacket sunglasses. I am very happy right now.
The EU wants to roll back vital environmental protections. Deadline to stop it: 10 September ⏰
Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👉 birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...
Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👉 birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...
Hands Off Nature - BirdWatch Ireland
Tell politicians how important nature is to you and stop the EU from tearing up the laws that protect birds and nature.
birdwatchireland.ie
September 9, 2025 at 10:48 AM
The EU wants to roll back vital environmental protections. Deadline to stop it: 10 September ⏰
Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👉 birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...
Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👉 birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...
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it's real support from actual racists
September 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
it's real support from actual racists
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here's today's post: "health scares! dead bestie birthday cards! lawsuits!" — so much shit, so many fans.
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health scares! dead bestie birthday cards! lawsuits! so much shit, so many fans
just another day in Batshitlandia
bit.ly
July 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
here's today's post: "health scares! dead bestie birthday cards! lawsuits!" — so much shit, so many fans.
thanks for reading, and please sign up for my daily newsletter so you never miss a post —
thanks for reading, and please sign up for my daily newsletter so you never miss a post —
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‘portable’ home electricity tariff so they can charge at a nearby charger at the same rate they enjoy at home.
July 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
‘portable’ home electricity tariff so they can charge at a nearby charger at the same rate they enjoy at home.