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In my forthcoming book on the men and women of the FO in WWII, I tell the story of the UN Charter negotiations. Here is a 🧵on how the Board of Peace compares. A question to start. Which Charter reads more like the prospectus for a posh golf club? A clue is in the adoption ceremony for each 1/11
January 25, 2026 at 5:31 PM
In my forthcoming book on the men and women of the FO in WWII, I tell the story of the UN Charter negotiations. Here is a 🧵on how the Board of Peace compares. A question to start. Which Charter reads more like the prospectus for a posh golf club? A clue is in the adoption ceremony for each 1/11
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Why TF would you ‘give Reform a go’?
Yes. They represent change. But not good change. Not the change people want.
This lot would torch everything we value and rely upon (NHS, public services, our rights, protections…)
in an absolute frenzy of corruption, prejudice and uselessness.
FFS. Please don’t.
Yes. They represent change. But not good change. Not the change people want.
This lot would torch everything we value and rely upon (NHS, public services, our rights, protections…)
in an absolute frenzy of corruption, prejudice and uselessness.
FFS. Please don’t.
Reform MP Andrew Rosindell tells the BBC that he "would not object" to scrapping the NHS and replacing it with private insurance
January 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Why TF would you ‘give Reform a go’?
Yes. They represent change. But not good change. Not the change people want.
This lot would torch everything we value and rely upon (NHS, public services, our rights, protections…)
in an absolute frenzy of corruption, prejudice and uselessness.
FFS. Please don’t.
Yes. They represent change. But not good change. Not the change people want.
This lot would torch everything we value and rely upon (NHS, public services, our rights, protections…)
in an absolute frenzy of corruption, prejudice and uselessness.
FFS. Please don’t.
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A great, in-depth article on @mongabay.com about our Earth Rover Program, and its transformative potential. news.mongabay.com/2026/01/eart...
Earth Rover Program seeks to track the world’s soil health
With a synchronized tap from run-of-the-mill hammers on metal plates resting on the ground, researchers kneeling in nine fields across four continents believe they’ve hit upon more than just the earth...
news.mongabay.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:39 AM
A great, in-depth article on @mongabay.com about our Earth Rover Program, and its transformative potential. news.mongabay.com/2026/01/eart...
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1. This short thread is about the issue that dominates almost every aspect of politics, and causes or exacerbates most of our problems: the extreme wealth of a small number of people. Here’s the amazing thing: almost the entire political class aligns with the ultra-rich against the rest. 🧵1/10
January 23, 2026 at 11:30 AM
1. This short thread is about the issue that dominates almost every aspect of politics, and causes or exacerbates most of our problems: the extreme wealth of a small number of people. Here’s the amazing thing: almost the entire political class aligns with the ultra-rich against the rest. 🧵1/10
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10. It’s time to recognise how deeply weird this is, reserve our votes for people who give us what we want, and stop subscribing to media outlets that lie on behalf of oligarchs.
More on this subject, with facts and figures, in my most recent column: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
More on this subject, with facts and figures, in my most recent column: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
At the root of all our problems stands one travesty: politicians’ surrender to the super-rich | George Monbiot
There are many excuses for failing to tax the ultra-wealthy. The truth is that governments don’t tackle the problem because they don’t want to, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
January 23, 2026 at 11:38 AM
10. It’s time to recognise how deeply weird this is, reserve our votes for people who give us what we want, and stop subscribing to media outlets that lie on behalf of oligarchs.
More on this subject, with facts and figures, in my most recent column: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
More on this subject, with facts and figures, in my most recent column: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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What is the one change the United Nations needs to make now to remain relevant in today’s world?
January 20, 2026 at 4:18 PM
What is the one change the United Nations needs to make now to remain relevant in today’s world?
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Should America intervene in Iran?
Horrific images have come out of Iran following the regime's crackdown on nationwide protests.
Although the streets of Tehran are quiet for now, Trump insists military action is still on the table.
So, what can the US do to help Iran's protesters - if anything?
Horrific images have come out of Iran following the regime's crackdown on nationwide protests.
Although the streets of Tehran are quiet for now, Trump insists military action is still on the table.
So, what can the US do to help Iran's protesters - if anything?
January 22, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Should America intervene in Iran?
Horrific images have come out of Iran following the regime's crackdown on nationwide protests.
Although the streets of Tehran are quiet for now, Trump insists military action is still on the table.
So, what can the US do to help Iran's protesters - if anything?
Horrific images have come out of Iran following the regime's crackdown on nationwide protests.
Although the streets of Tehran are quiet for now, Trump insists military action is still on the table.
So, what can the US do to help Iran's protesters - if anything?
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Former Nato boss & Labour minister Lord George Robertson tells us he is "very frustrated" that the government has not set out a clear path for increasing defence spending. He also reacts on the Crisis Room podcast to claims Trump is destroying Nato t.co/NHhPTvr03N
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-crisis-room/id1815989479?i=1000746229681
t.co
January 22, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Former Nato boss & Labour minister Lord George Robertson tells us he is "very frustrated" that the government has not set out a clear path for increasing defence spending. He also reacts on the Crisis Room podcast to claims Trump is destroying Nato t.co/NHhPTvr03N
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That is one mightily effective party political broadcast, and it really is not often I have ever been able to say that after a lifetime watching them.
Help us make hope normal again.
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Join the Green Party now.
January 22, 2026 at 8:17 PM
That is one mightily effective party political broadcast, and it really is not often I have ever been able to say that after a lifetime watching them.
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Reminder: those resisting calls for greater taxes on the super-rich are a tiny, greedy minority. The majority of the wealthy know that ballooning inequality is wrong, and unsustainable.
The problem is that the greedy minority are buying our politics. 1/2
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
The problem is that the greedy minority are buying our politics. 1/2
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Nearly 400 millionaires and billionaires call for higher taxes on super-rich
Mark Ruffalo, Brian Eno and Abigail Disney sign letter timed for WEF in Davos saying wealthy are buying political influence
www.theguardian.com
January 21, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Reminder: those resisting calls for greater taxes on the super-rich are a tiny, greedy minority. The majority of the wealthy know that ballooning inequality is wrong, and unsustainable.
The problem is that the greedy minority are buying our politics. 1/2
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
The problem is that the greedy minority are buying our politics. 1/2
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
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My snap take on Trump’s Davos speech. For all his bullying bluster, it was the weak and needy bleating of a spoilt brat knowing he can’t get his way on everything.
🔴Trump’s Greenland Delusion Runs Aground in Davos
For all his attempted bullying, taunts and threats, Trump’s delusional Davos speech revealed a man who is far weaker than he appears, argues @alexhh.bsky.social bylinetimes.com/2026/01/21/d...
For all his attempted bullying, taunts and threats, Trump’s delusional Davos speech revealed a man who is far weaker than he appears, argues @alexhh.bsky.social bylinetimes.com/2026/01/21/d...
Trump's Greenland Delusion Runs Aground in Davos
For all his attempted bullying, taunts and threats, Trump's delusional Davos speech revealed a man who is far weaker than he appears, argues Alexandra Hall Hall
bylinetimes.com
January 21, 2026 at 5:08 PM
My snap take on Trump’s Davos speech. For all his bullying bluster, it was the weak and needy bleating of a spoilt brat knowing he can’t get his way on everything.
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Offord saying the quiet bit out loud "Holyrood doesn't work for them*." basically meaning Reform plan to shut the devolved Parliaments. He didn't say "The current Scot Gov doesn't work for them*." or "The SNP in Holyrood doesn't work for them*."
*Scots
Fuck that shite, we need #ScottishIndependence!
*Scots
Fuck that shite, we need #ScottishIndependence!
'Please, you don't have to have your hand on me'
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
January 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Offord saying the quiet bit out loud "Holyrood doesn't work for them*." basically meaning Reform plan to shut the devolved Parliaments. He didn't say "The current Scot Gov doesn't work for them*." or "The SNP in Holyrood doesn't work for them*."
*Scots
Fuck that shite, we need #ScottishIndependence!
*Scots
Fuck that shite, we need #ScottishIndependence!
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In 1999 a series of suspicious bombs in Moscow, which analysts now believe were a false flag operation, propelled Putin to power. Today, ICE actions in Minnesota seem similarly designed to stir up trouble and provide a pretext for Trump to invoke the Insurrection Act. www.rferl.org/amp/putin-ru...
Two Decades On, Smoldering Questions About The Russian President's Vault To Power
www.rferl.org
January 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM
In 1999 a series of suspicious bombs in Moscow, which analysts now believe were a false flag operation, propelled Putin to power. Today, ICE actions in Minnesota seem similarly designed to stir up trouble and provide a pretext for Trump to invoke the Insurrection Act. www.rferl.org/amp/putin-ru...
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Really enjoyed this discussion - check out the full episode on YouTube and the podcast places!
What should Trump do first in Venezuela? Will Europe fight for Greenland?
To kick off the year, we held our final live podcast recording with @rusi.bsky.social.
Jason Pack, @janekinninmont.bsky.social, @snellarthur.bsky.social and Jonathan Eyal discussed the year ahead in our latest episode.
To kick off the year, we held our final live podcast recording with @rusi.bsky.social.
Jason Pack, @janekinninmont.bsky.social, @snellarthur.bsky.social and Jonathan Eyal discussed the year ahead in our latest episode.
January 14, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Really enjoyed this discussion - check out the full episode on YouTube and the podcast places!
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Three Charges To Be Filed For Noem’s Impeachment, A Huge Protest Aims To Shut Down Planned ICE Facility, and Trump Short-Circuits On Camera When Confronted With His Lies
open.substack.com/pub/dworkin/...
open.substack.com/pub/dworkin/...
Three Charges To Be Filed For Noem’s Impeachment, A Huge Protest Aims To Shut Down Planned ICE Facility, and Trump Short-Circuits On Camera When Confronted With His Lies
Plus, Dems defy Mike Johnson to honor Jan 6 heroes
open.substack.com
January 14, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Three Charges To Be Filed For Noem’s Impeachment, A Huge Protest Aims To Shut Down Planned ICE Facility, and Trump Short-Circuits On Camera When Confronted With His Lies
open.substack.com/pub/dworkin/...
open.substack.com/pub/dworkin/...
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Shouldn't all of our politicians be at least as ethical?
🚨🚨Excellent news (and hope more will follow): Sport England has revealed that it has suspended its account on #X, because the social media platform “increasingly promotes and monetises an environment that is hostile to women and girls”. 🧵
www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/j...
www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/j...
Sport England suspends X social media account and takes aim at Elon Musk
Sport England has revealed that it has suspended its account on the social media platform X
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Shouldn't all of our politicians be at least as ethical?
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#SaveOurWeatherPatterns ❄️💧🌡☀️🌊🌬🌪🌀⚡️🌈
#ClimateActionNOW 🚨 ⏰️🚨
#SaveOurSeaIce❄️🦭❄️🐋❄️🐧❄️
#SaveOurGlaciers❄️🗻❄️
#SaveOurPermafrost ❄️🌿❄️
#extinctionisforever 🦕🦖🦤...🐋🐬🦭🐧🐟👨👩👧👧?
#KeepItInTheGround🛢💰⛽️💰🥇💰💎⛏️💰🪨⚒️💰
#JustTransition ? #GreenNewDeal ?
#RenewableEnergy? 🌬🌊☀️ #NetZero? ⏰️🌡🚨
#DavidAttenborough 💔 #LifeOnEarth 🌍
#ClimateActionNOW 🚨 ⏰️🚨
#SaveOurSeaIce❄️🦭❄️🐋❄️🐧❄️
#SaveOurGlaciers❄️🗻❄️
#SaveOurPermafrost ❄️🌿❄️
#extinctionisforever 🦕🦖🦤...🐋🐬🦭🐧🐟👨👩👧👧?
#KeepItInTheGround🛢💰⛽️💰🥇💰💎⛏️💰🪨⚒️💰
#JustTransition ? #GreenNewDeal ?
#RenewableEnergy? 🌬🌊☀️ #NetZero? ⏰️🌡🚨
#DavidAttenborough 💔 #LifeOnEarth 🌍
Coal power generation falls in China and India for first time since 1970s: ‘Historic’ moment in biggest coal-consuming countries could bring decline in global emissions, analysis says Coal power generation fell in China and India for the first time since the 1970s last year, in a “histor...
Coal power generation falls in China and India for first time since 1970s
Coal power generation falls in China and India for first time since 1970s: ‘Historic’ moment in biggest coal-consuming countries could bring decline in global emissions, analysis says Coal power generation fell in China and India for the first time since the 1970s last year, in a “histor...
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:42 PM
#SaveOurWeatherPatterns ❄️💧🌡☀️🌊🌬🌪🌀⚡️🌈
#ClimateActionNOW 🚨 ⏰️🚨
#SaveOurSeaIce❄️🦭❄️🐋❄️🐧❄️
#SaveOurGlaciers❄️🗻❄️
#SaveOurPermafrost ❄️🌿❄️
#extinctionisforever 🦕🦖🦤...🐋🐬🦭🐧🐟👨👩👧👧?
#KeepItInTheGround🛢💰⛽️💰🥇💰💎⛏️💰🪨⚒️💰
#JustTransition ? #GreenNewDeal ?
#RenewableEnergy? 🌬🌊☀️ #NetZero? ⏰️🌡🚨
#DavidAttenborough 💔 #LifeOnEarth 🌍
#ClimateActionNOW 🚨 ⏰️🚨
#SaveOurSeaIce❄️🦭❄️🐋❄️🐧❄️
#SaveOurGlaciers❄️🗻❄️
#SaveOurPermafrost ❄️🌿❄️
#extinctionisforever 🦕🦖🦤...🐋🐬🦭🐧🐟👨👩👧👧?
#KeepItInTheGround🛢💰⛽️💰🥇💰💎⛏️💰🪨⚒️💰
#JustTransition ? #GreenNewDeal ?
#RenewableEnergy? 🌬🌊☀️ #NetZero? ⏰️🌡🚨
#DavidAttenborough 💔 #LifeOnEarth 🌍
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Julia HB has some er... fairly distinguished company there
Nigel Farage is trying to frame the Grok Porn issue and Musks lies about grooming gangs on X as an issue of free speech.
Could it be that he wants to defend his own position as being one of the top spreaders of misinformation and lies on X ⁉️
Could it be that he wants to defend his own position as being one of the top spreaders of misinformation and lies on X ⁉️
January 13, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Julia HB has some er... fairly distinguished company there
Its not just the NHS. Canada experiencing the exact problems in their healthcare system for exactly the same reasons in need of the same solutions
Hey ABs:
Pt’s are literally dying in our ED WRs, and one of the biggest bottlenecks in our acute care system are the pts who are STRANDED in hospital - their acute care is complete but they cannot go home to independent living.
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Pt’s are literally dying in our ED WRs, and one of the biggest bottlenecks in our acute care system are the pts who are STRANDED in hospital - their acute care is complete but they cannot go home to independent living.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Its not just the NHS. Canada experiencing the exact problems in their healthcare system for exactly the same reasons in need of the same solutions