Keith Adams
@keithadams.bsky.social
Kept around by Irish Jesuits to think about prisons and punishment
no lie detected here
Bicycles - Why you might need more than one
Artist: Dave Walker
Artist: Dave Walker
November 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
no lie detected here
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Gardaí are investigating after a 13-year-old boy was attacked in Tuam while returning home from school last month.
The boy’s father condemned the 'violent' attack on his son, adding that his family 'do not feel safe' following the incident
jrnl.ie/6869280
The boy’s father condemned the 'violent' attack on his son, adding that his family 'do not feel safe' following the incident
jrnl.ie/6869280
Garda investigation after 13-year-old boy from Bangladeshi community attacked in Tuam
Two individuals – apparently older male teenagers – can be seen taunting and physically attacking the younger boy and hitting him in the face multiple times.
jrnl.ie
November 10, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Gardaí are investigating after a 13-year-old boy was attacked in Tuam while returning home from school last month.
The boy’s father condemned the 'violent' attack on his son, adding that his family 'do not feel safe' following the incident
jrnl.ie/6869280
The boy’s father condemned the 'violent' attack on his son, adding that his family 'do not feel safe' following the incident
jrnl.ie/6869280
The Count of Monte Cristo must not have been a help
French court to decide if Nicolas Sarkozy can leave prison – Europe live
French court to decide if Nicolas Sarkozy can leave prison – Europe live
Former president is seeking to be released pending his appeal against a five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy
If the court decides to release Sarkozy and allow him to await the appeal out of jail, it could happen as early as today.
The country is set to celebrate a bank holiday tomorrow – the Armistice Day, marking the end of the first world war – which means that any decision taken today could be implemented very quickly so to avoid delays. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:19 AM
The Count of Monte Cristo must not have been a help
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From Eamonn Sweeney’s sports column in the Indo 👏
November 9, 2025 at 10:33 AM
From Eamonn Sweeney’s sports column in the Indo 👏
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"If we truly mean to tackle racism and advance integration, authorities can no longer justify ignoring the contribution these faith-based communities make."
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Breda O'Brien: Not far from the tricolours of Dublin’s inner city, 50 faith communities are doing vital work
Irish people should understand their importance – from Kilburn to Canberra, our diaspora for generations sought out Catholic churches as bridges to their new lives
www.irishtimes.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:19 PM
"If we truly mean to tackle racism and advance integration, authorities can no longer justify ignoring the contribution these faith-based communities make."
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
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Loving today's news that the mysterious "fedora man" outside the Louvre heist was actually a 15-year-old museum visitor who dresses like a 1940s French detective all the time, just because. apnews.com/article/louv...
Fedora man unmasked: Meet the teen behind the Louvre mystery photo
Fifteen-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux has become an internet sensation after an Associated Press photo captured him outside the Louvre on the day of a crown jewels heist.
apnews.com
November 9, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Loving today's news that the mysterious "fedora man" outside the Louvre heist was actually a 15-year-old museum visitor who dresses like a 1940s French detective all the time, just because. apnews.com/article/louv...
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He pretty much did this lol
November 8, 2025 at 7:22 PM
He pretty much did this lol
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Car brand BYD's new SUV ad pokes fun at people walking and cycling, comparing them to Horse & Carts.
It joins a long list of car ads that sell a false promise of convenience and aspiration while punching down at sustainable transport modes.
So I made it a bit more realistic...
It joins a long list of car ads that sell a false promise of convenience and aspiration while punching down at sustainable transport modes.
So I made it a bit more realistic...
November 7, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Car brand BYD's new SUV ad pokes fun at people walking and cycling, comparing them to Horse & Carts.
It joins a long list of car ads that sell a false promise of convenience and aspiration while punching down at sustainable transport modes.
So I made it a bit more realistic...
It joins a long list of car ads that sell a false promise of convenience and aspiration while punching down at sustainable transport modes.
So I made it a bit more realistic...
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Our research colleagues, Sophie Manaeva and Richard Carson, spoke with Áine Lawlor about our new "Faith in the North-East Inner-City" report.
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Episode 2
Threats to global religious freedom - Michael Kelly. Religion & politics: peace/conflict? – Rev. Dr. Gary Mason. Religions in the NEIC - Richard Carson & Sophie Maneva. Remembrance reflection – Richar...
www.rte.ie
November 8, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Our research colleagues, Sophie Manaeva and Richard Carson, spoke with Áine Lawlor about our new "Faith in the North-East Inner-City" report.
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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Your cat when you're choking to death in your apartment
November 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Your cat when you're choking to death in your apartment
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It shouldn’t be forgotten that a big piece of Mamdani’s campaign was simply “cities are cool and lots of people enjoy living in them” which in and of itself dismantles alot of rightwing talking points
November 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It shouldn’t be forgotten that a big piece of Mamdani’s campaign was simply “cities are cool and lots of people enjoy living in them” which in and of itself dismantles alot of rightwing talking points
@jcfjustice.bsky.social officially have too many staff and fellows now, otherwise I would be suggesting this as a Zoom alternative
This, by the way, is a conference bike. For when Zoom meetings just won't do the trick.
November 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
@jcfjustice.bsky.social officially have too many staff and fellows now, otherwise I would be suggesting this as a Zoom alternative
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BBC really burying the lede there
November 7, 2025 at 12:07 PM
BBC really burying the lede there
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If you want to hear more about our 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City' report and its implications, our colleagues Richard Carson and Sophie Manaeva sat down with Áine Lawlor for Divine Sparks.
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
November 7, 2025 at 12:22 PM
If you want to hear more about our 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City' report and its implications, our colleagues Richard Carson and Sophie Manaeva sat down with Áine Lawlor for Divine Sparks.
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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In late October, the Centre published 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City,' a report exploring the overlooked connection between faith-based communities and the integration of new communities to a city.
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
Faith in the North-East Inner-City - Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Ireland
Introduction New research by the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice and ACET Ireland has identified almost fifty faith-based communities in the north-east inner-city of Dublin. A key aim of the resea...
www.jcfj.ie
November 7, 2025 at 12:15 PM
In late October, the Centre published 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City,' a report exploring the overlooked connection between faith-based communities and the integration of new communities to a city.
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
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Diarmaid Ferriter: Sr Stan asked a question in 1985. It still hasn’t been answered
Diarmaid Ferriter: Sr Stan asked a question in 1985. It still hasn’t been answered
At the time of her death, more than 16,000 people were in emergency accommodation across the country
www.irishtimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Diarmaid Ferriter: Sr Stan asked a question in 1985. It still hasn’t been answered
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Conflict is expanding between Trump’s immigration policies and the Catholic faith, Elizabeth Bruenig writes. “The religion’s call to radical love can’t countenance this much cruelty.”
The Catholic Church and the Trump Administration Are Not Getting Along
The religion’s call to radical love can’t countenance this much cruelty.
bit.ly
November 6, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Conflict is expanding between Trump’s immigration policies and the Catholic faith, Elizabeth Bruenig writes. “The religion’s call to radical love can’t countenance this much cruelty.”
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Jury finds sandwich guy was actually a hero.
We have reached a verdict: Not guilty.
November 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Jury finds sandwich guy was actually a hero.
there is a reason the Taoiseach was nicknamed the 'Shandon Clock' by locals, www.atlasobscura.com/places/four-...
The Four-Faced Liar
On the clock tower at St. Anne's Church in Cork, you never know which face is telling the truth.
www.atlasobscura.com
November 6, 2025 at 7:33 PM
there is a reason the Taoiseach was nicknamed the 'Shandon Clock' by locals, www.atlasobscura.com/places/four-...
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The Taoiseach has told other world leaders about how Ireland was struck by Storm Éowyn earlier this year, saying that climate change is no longer a far-off threat but a "daily reality".
jrnl.ie/6866989
jrnl.ie/6866989
Taoiseach tells world leaders about how Ireland was hit hard by Storm Éowyn
“All nations, large and small, rich and poor, will reap what we collectively sow in these crucial years.”
jrnl.ie
November 6, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Gibson_and_Caviezel_The_Passion.jpeg
So I did a thing yesterday. With its Criminology Salon, the Institute has created a great space to present work (however developed) and receive helpful feedback and critique.
Yesterday, the UCD Institute of Criminology & Criminal Justice was delighted to host @keithadams.bsky.social for a Criminology Salon. Keith spoke about human dignity and punishment, and how we conceptualise and measure the pains of imprisonment. Thanks to Keith and everyone who joined!
November 6, 2025 at 6:13 PM
So I did a thing yesterday. With its Criminology Salon, the Institute has created a great space to present work (however developed) and receive helpful feedback and critique.
academics should also be on that list of people who should be bailing
X is designed to radicalise people.
The algorithm promotes Elon Musk's agenda to promote racists and people who want violence bought - specifically - to the streets of Britain.
Members of Parliament, major institutions and the media should not be there.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
The algorithm promotes Elon Musk's agenda to promote racists and people who want violence bought - specifically - to the streets of Britain.
Members of Parliament, major institutions and the media should not be there.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
Elon Musk is boosting the British right - and this shows how
Elon Musk is boosting the British right - and this shows how
news.sky.com
November 6, 2025 at 9:52 AM
academics should also be on that list of people who should be bailing
We have been very fortunate to have Sophie as a researcher on this project, knocking the ball out of the park on dissemination
JCFJ's Sophie Manaeva writes:
'If public services and community leaders are not connected or engaged with each other, a vacuum is created. Within such a vacuum, misinformation and fear fester.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
'If public services and community leaders are not connected or engaged with each other, a vacuum is created. Within such a vacuum, misinformation and fear fester.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
November 6, 2025 at 9:46 AM
We have been very fortunate to have Sophie as a researcher on this project, knocking the ball out of the park on dissemination
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You don’t raze entire towns and cities street by street with controlled demolitions and bulldozers for any military objective. You do it because the aim is to wipe those places out of existence forever, and it’s not like they’ve been hiding this.
Inside Gaza, BBC sees total devastation after two years of war
With endless rubble and destroyed streets as far as the eye can see, any plans for Gaza's future are a far cry from where it is today, writes Lucy Williamson.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 8:41 AM
You don’t raze entire towns and cities street by street with controlled demolitions and bulldozers for any military objective. You do it because the aim is to wipe those places out of existence forever, and it’s not like they’ve been hiding this.