Maria João Kay
@joaokay.bsky.social
Lusitania, Caledonia, art, books, history and culture.
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Check out INS lecturer Dr Paul Malgrati @thinkuhi.bsky.social new podcast exploring Scottish literature, insight, philosophy, poetry, craft @thecarryingstream.bsky.social
The Carrying Stream is a new podcast for Scottish words and ideas – long-form conversations with writers, scholars, poets and artists. 🎙️🏴
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
January 6, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Check out INS lecturer Dr Paul Malgrati @thinkuhi.bsky.social new podcast exploring Scottish literature, insight, philosophy, poetry, craft @thecarryingstream.bsky.social
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Asked if I could find a copy of my tv series on Scots I came across this powerful comment for the first time. I had a wee greet. What a tragedy though that so many generations of Scottish bairns were deprived of their culture. youtu.be/9XkSlE9sO-A?si…
January 7, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Asked if I could find a copy of my tv series on Scots I came across this powerful comment for the first time. I had a wee greet. What a tragedy though that so many generations of Scottish bairns were deprived of their culture. youtu.be/9XkSlE9sO-A?si…
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Dictionary of the Oldest Written Language–It Took 90 Years to Complete, and It’s Now Free Online
www.openculture.com/2026/01/dict...
#books #literature #language
www.openculture.com/2026/01/dict...
#books #literature #language
Dictionary of the Oldest Written Language–It Took 90 Years to Complete, and It’s Now Free Online
It took 90 years to complete. But, in 2011, scholars at the University of Chicago finally published a 21-volume dictionary of Akkadian, the language used in ancient Mesopotamia.
www.openculture.com
January 7, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Dictionary of the Oldest Written Language–It Took 90 Years to Complete, and It’s Now Free Online
www.openculture.com/2026/01/dict...
#books #literature #language
www.openculture.com/2026/01/dict...
#books #literature #language
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January 7, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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🔥🔥🔥👍💯 EU officials warn the US: If you take Greenland, we will take all US bases in Europe. #cdnpoli
January 7, 2026 at 2:54 PM
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Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander, his predecessor Ian Murray, nor any other Scotland Office ministers raised Scotland’s share of a £360 million fund for the fishing industry with the relevant officials announcement that sparked outrage north of the Border 👇
www.thenational.scot/news/2571332...
www.thenational.scot/news/2571332...
Scotland Office ministers stayed silent on 'prejudicial' UK fishing fund, FoI reveals
NEITHER Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander, his predecessor Ian Murray, nor any other Scotland Office ministers raised Scotland's share ...
www.thenational.scot
January 7, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander, his predecessor Ian Murray, nor any other Scotland Office ministers raised Scotland’s share of a £360 million fund for the fishing industry with the relevant officials announcement that sparked outrage north of the Border 👇
www.thenational.scot/news/2571332...
www.thenational.scot/news/2571332...
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Scottish Labour MPs have been branded 'idiots' by their colleagues south of the Border as tensions between Holyrood and Westminster increase.
Senior party sources in Westminster have also called the Scottish representatives 'hypocrites' after they were accused of plotting to oust Keir Starmer
Senior party sources in Westminster have also called the Scottish representatives 'hypocrites' after they were accused of plotting to oust Keir Starmer
January 7, 2026 at 11:07 AM
Scottish Labour MPs have been branded 'idiots' by their colleagues south of the Border as tensions between Holyrood and Westminster increase.
Senior party sources in Westminster have also called the Scottish representatives 'hypocrites' after they were accused of plotting to oust Keir Starmer
Senior party sources in Westminster have also called the Scottish representatives 'hypocrites' after they were accused of plotting to oust Keir Starmer
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In the words of Annie Lennox - who am I to disagree?
January 7, 2026 at 12:19 PM
In the words of Annie Lennox - who am I to disagree?
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🔥🇪🇺 “Europeans enjoy more free time than Americans, a higher life expectancy and lower levels of inequality – all with roughly comparable productivity.
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Decline, what decline? The myth of dying Europe
There is a widespread view that, by comparison with the USA, Europe is in economic and social decline. But, Zucman argues, it's not true
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 6, 2026 at 9:07 PM
🔥🇪🇺 “Europeans enjoy more free time than Americans, a higher life expectancy and lower levels of inequality – all with roughly comparable productivity.
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
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He’s a grifter and a fraud.
Nigel Farage Accepted £10,000 Gifts from Petrostate
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage received freebies worth £10,000 from the Abu Dhabi government, new records show. Farage’s latest register of interests shows that he accepted flights and accommodation to...
www.desmog.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:47 AM
He’s a grifter and a fraud.
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🟥 Scotland is an energy rich nation but your bills are being kept artificially high by the UK Government!
🏴 End Scotland’s energy bill rip-off and back fairer energy prices for everyone: www.believeinscotland.org/end_scotland...
🏴 End Scotland’s energy bill rip-off and back fairer energy prices for everyone: www.believeinscotland.org/end_scotland...
January 7, 2026 at 10:56 AM
🟥 Scotland is an energy rich nation but your bills are being kept artificially high by the UK Government!
🏴 End Scotland’s energy bill rip-off and back fairer energy prices for everyone: www.believeinscotland.org/end_scotland...
🏴 End Scotland’s energy bill rip-off and back fairer energy prices for everyone: www.believeinscotland.org/end_scotland...
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Living standards in the UK are flat as a pancake and Westminster governments seem unable and unwilling to address that.
Independence is about having the full powers to tackle the cost of living crisis - and it’s for people in Scotland to decide.
Independence is about having the full powers to tackle the cost of living crisis - and it’s for people in Scotland to decide.
January 7, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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Never forget where the politics of hate can lead.
It shocks me to see the complacency and complicity of politicians and news outlets as the far right spreads it wicked, cruel tendrils once more.
We know what unfettered hate looks like.
Decent people must stand up. Hate cannot be allowed to win.
It shocks me to see the complacency and complicity of politicians and news outlets as the far right spreads it wicked, cruel tendrils once more.
We know what unfettered hate looks like.
Decent people must stand up. Hate cannot be allowed to win.
Today is the 81st anniversary of the death of Anne Frank's mother, Edith Holländer Frank, at Auschwitz-Birkenau.
January 7, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Never forget where the politics of hate can lead.
It shocks me to see the complacency and complicity of politicians and news outlets as the far right spreads it wicked, cruel tendrils once more.
We know what unfettered hate looks like.
Decent people must stand up. Hate cannot be allowed to win.
It shocks me to see the complacency and complicity of politicians and news outlets as the far right spreads it wicked, cruel tendrils once more.
We know what unfettered hate looks like.
Decent people must stand up. Hate cannot be allowed to win.
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A date for your diary if you live in East Ayrshire. As part of the Irvine Valley’s Lace 150 celebrations the great traditional singer Robyn Stapleton and I will be together for a special Born in Kyle event in Darvel Town Hall on the evening of Friday, April 24. More details to follow.
January 6, 2026 at 5:40 PM
A date for your diary if you live in East Ayrshire. As part of the Irvine Valley’s Lace 150 celebrations the great traditional singer Robyn Stapleton and I will be together for a special Born in Kyle event in Darvel Town Hall on the evening of Friday, April 24. More details to follow.
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The Carrying Stream is a new podcast for Scottish words and ideas, hosted by IASSL EC member Paul Malgrati. The first episode, now available on Spotify and Apple Podcast, features poet and Gaelic translator Taylor Strickland; Scots writer and activist Billy Kay; and Burns scholar Moira Hansen.
The Carrying Stream is a new podcast for Scottish words and ideas – long-form conversations with writers, scholars, poets and artists. 🎙️🏴
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
January 4, 2026 at 1:11 PM
The Carrying Stream is a new podcast for Scottish words and ideas, hosted by IASSL EC member Paul Malgrati. The first episode, now available on Spotify and Apple Podcast, features poet and Gaelic translator Taylor Strickland; Scots writer and activist Billy Kay; and Burns scholar Moira Hansen.
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I’m launching a new podcast today called The Carrying Stream, a space for long-form conversations about Scottish culture, literature, and ideas. 🎙️
The first three episodes are now live (link below).
If you’re curious, you’re very welcome to follow along.
The first three episodes are now live (link below).
If you’re curious, you’re very welcome to follow along.
The Carrying Stream is a new podcast for Scottish words and ideas – long-form conversations with writers, scholars, poets and artists. 🎙️🏴
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
Episode 0 is now live, alongside the first three full conversations.
pod.link/1865430519
January 4, 2026 at 11:26 AM
I’m launching a new podcast today called The Carrying Stream, a space for long-form conversations about Scottish culture, literature, and ideas. 🎙️
The first three episodes are now live (link below).
If you’re curious, you’re very welcome to follow along.
The first three episodes are now live (link below).
If you’re curious, you’re very welcome to follow along.
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Oot for a stravaig in Berry’s Den a wee while syne, I cam across this clan gaitherin o deuks in the laigh pond.
January 5, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Oot for a stravaig in Berry’s Den a wee while syne, I cam across this clan gaitherin o deuks in the laigh pond.
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Bridge tolls are free in Scotland.....just saying
January 5, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Bridge tolls are free in Scotland.....just saying
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The Premier Of Greenland Obliterates Trump
www.politicususa.com
The Premier Of Greenland Obliterates Trump
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January 4, 2026 at 9:14 PM
The Premier Of Greenland Obliterates Trump
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Sarwar, a face for all situations.
January 4, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Sarwar, a face for all situations.
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80% of Mumsnet users do not intend to vote Reform.
But @lbc.co.uk is dedicating an entire hour on how "mumsnet users are turning to Reform"
But @lbc.co.uk is dedicating an entire hour on how "mumsnet users are turning to Reform"
January 4, 2026 at 7:32 PM
80% of Mumsnet users do not intend to vote Reform.
But @lbc.co.uk is dedicating an entire hour on how "mumsnet users are turning to Reform"
But @lbc.co.uk is dedicating an entire hour on how "mumsnet users are turning to Reform"