Cornish Patriot
@sprintexec.bsky.social
Mindful. Ancient. UK Liberal. European. Democrat by nature. Humanist. Stoic. Grandfather. Mostly Vegan. Entropy major.
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An absolute masterclass in how the UK media platforms and normalises far right politics. This is how Farage wins.
May 5, 2025 at 8:37 AM
An absolute masterclass in how the UK media platforms and normalises far right politics. This is how Farage wins.
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Hi Everyone, I'm delighted to be able to say that @alanderminna.bsky.social first post (free for everyone) has just been released on the Substack. She discusses the reports of Russian military preparations against the Baltics and Nordics.
open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
Russia Is Preparing For More
Developments Along the Northeastern Front
open.substack.com
April 30, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Hi Everyone, I'm delighted to be able to say that @alanderminna.bsky.social first post (free for everyone) has just been released on the Substack. She discusses the reports of Russian military preparations against the Baltics and Nordics.
open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
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We've had scientists, philosophers, academics, and comedians take on the role of Humanists UK President, but the only musician to take on the role was legendary jazz singer George Melly. So in honour of his memory, and to celebrate #internationaljazzday, here he is in full swing!
April 30, 2025 at 10:23 AM
We've had scientists, philosophers, academics, and comedians take on the role of Humanists UK President, but the only musician to take on the role was legendary jazz singer George Melly. So in honour of his memory, and to celebrate #internationaljazzday, here he is in full swing!
I hope someone has the stones to show this to DrumF.
April 30, 2025 at 9:43 AM
I hope someone has the stones to show this to DrumF.
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personally would like to see every store show what part of the price increase is due to tariffs bc if these tariffs ever come down, i need to see that price go right back down
April 29, 2025 at 6:48 PM
personally would like to see every store show what part of the price increase is due to tariffs bc if these tariffs ever come down, i need to see that price go right back down
For those who might be tempted. Think twice.
“Be careful what you wish for – Reform UK are salespeople offering simplistic solutions that come with baggage that would cost you and the country”
centralbylines.co.uk/politics/thi...
centralbylines.co.uk/politics/thi...
Thinking of voting Reform UK because you want a change?
Be careful what you wish for – Reform UK are salespeople offering simplistic solutions that come with baggage that would cost you and the country
centralbylines.co.uk
April 30, 2025 at 9:41 AM
For those who might be tempted. Think twice.
It's been a very long time since I've 'promoted' The Times. 😂
Can anyone with a highly trained editorial eye spot the mistake on this front page ? 😂
April 30, 2025 at 8:04 AM
It's been a very long time since I've 'promoted' The Times. 😂
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Carney showing us how it should be done. Keir Starmer, please copy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cr...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cr...
Live updates: Mark Carney’s Liberals win Canadian election
It is still too close to call whether the party will secure a majority, as votes are still being counted around the country.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 29, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Carney showing us how it should be done. Keir Starmer, please copy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cr...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cr...
If you missed the podcast this is a great overview/look ahead. Catch up now!
A recording from Byline Supplement and The Citizens's live video
Chat live with the cast of Sergei and the Westminster Spy Ring (ft. Carole Cadwalladr and Peter Jukes)
www.bylinesupplement.com
April 30, 2025 at 7:25 AM
If you missed the podcast this is a great overview/look ahead. Catch up now!
Any questions? Ask Carole! Bl**dy Tony Blair
Tony Blair is literally being paid by a man with one of the highest carbon footprints on the planet - Larry Ellison. The founder of Oracle is his biggest funder & these techsolutionist remarks have to be seen for what they are: tech lobbying
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
Phasing out fossil fuels ‘doomed to fail’, says Tony Blair as he calls for rethink of net zero policy – UK politics live
‘Any strategy based on either phasing out fossil fuels in the short term or limiting consumption is a strategy doomed to fail,’ says former PM
www.theguardian.com
April 29, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Any questions? Ask Carole! Bl**dy Tony Blair
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Violette Simpson, Reform UK's candidate in #Calne Central, #Wiltshire.
Her candidate statement doesn't include her love of this, unsuprisingly.
Her candidate statement doesn't include her love of this, unsuprisingly.
April 29, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Violette Simpson, Reform UK's candidate in #Calne Central, #Wiltshire.
Her candidate statement doesn't include her love of this, unsuprisingly.
Her candidate statement doesn't include her love of this, unsuprisingly.
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London Marathon stops posting on X after site descends "into a gutter"
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
London Marathon boycotts X after 'descent into gutter'
The London Marathon will no longer post on X after its
www.bbc.co.uk
April 25, 2025 at 7:54 AM
London Marathon stops posting on X after site descends "into a gutter"
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
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Private Eye: Nail - > Head!
April 24, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Private Eye: Nail - > Head!
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There will be no toleration of dissent in the new Autocratic US - we watch in horror as the purge continues
news.sky.com/story/head-o...
news.sky.com/story/head-o...
Head of US base in Greenland, Colonel Susan Meyers, sacked after criticising JD Vance's remarks during his visit
Ms Meyers fell below the standard of neutrality required of commanders, according to the Pentagon, after saying Mr Vance's critique of Denmark over its handling of Greenland was "not reflective of Pit...
news.sky.com
April 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
There will be no toleration of dissent in the new Autocratic US - we watch in horror as the purge continues
news.sky.com/story/head-o...
news.sky.com/story/head-o...
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when they go low, we go Jasmine Crockett @repjasmine.bsky.social 🔥
April 10, 2025 at 5:13 PM
when they go low, we go Jasmine Crockett @repjasmine.bsky.social 🔥
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THREAD: Under a new law, thousands of prisoners in Louisiana have been cut off from ever getting a chance at parole.
Why?
Because an algorithm said so. 1/
Why?
Because an algorithm said so. 1/
April 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
THREAD: Under a new law, thousands of prisoners in Louisiana have been cut off from ever getting a chance at parole.
Why?
Because an algorithm said so. 1/
Why?
Because an algorithm said so. 1/
Bravery beyond compare. Listen and think. Privacy is power. Carole is our messenger.
youtu.be/TZOoT8AbkNE?...
youtu.be/TZOoT8AbkNE?...
This Is What a Digital Coup Looks Like | Carole Cadwalladr | TED
YouTube video by TED
youtu.be
April 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Bravery beyond compare. Listen and think. Privacy is power. Carole is our messenger.
youtu.be/TZOoT8AbkNE?...
youtu.be/TZOoT8AbkNE?...
Who does he think he is?
Democratic governors hit back at Trump order blocking state climate policies – US politics live
Move directing US attorney general to block laws addressing carbon emissions draws criticism
www.theguardian.com
April 9, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Who does he think he is?
This should make us stop and think about where we are today and what the future holds for ordinary, decent humans.
April 8, 2025 at 9:16 AM
This should make us stop and think about where we are today and what the future holds for ordinary, decent humans.
Can I get an 'amen' to this... Just wondering.
April 8, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Can I get an 'amen' to this... Just wondering.
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Says all that needs to be said about 'The Enabling'.
April 8, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Says all that needs to be said about 'The Enabling'.
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There’s a thriving industry of enablers of tax dodging, advisors etc. and tax evasion by the wealthy costs an estimated £5.6 billion of the tax gap. There’s been an alarming lack of enabler prosecutions
www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025...
www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025...
HMRC prosecutes less than five tax evasion enablers in a year
Legal actions against facilitators stand at next to nothing – and new figures differ wildly from those previously given
www.thebureauinvestigates.com
April 8, 2025 at 8:28 AM
There’s a thriving industry of enablers of tax dodging, advisors etc. and tax evasion by the wealthy costs an estimated £5.6 billion of the tax gap. There’s been an alarming lack of enabler prosecutions
www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025...
www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025...
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Elbows up, Canada.
March 22, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Elbows up, Canada.
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A medieval seal tool with a possible romantic past is among archaeological items declared as treasure by Cornwall's coroner.
Cornwall seal tool treasure could have romantic past
A seal tool with two figures in a boat may have represented the Roman god Cupid, says an official.
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March 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
A medieval seal tool with a possible romantic past is among archaeological items declared as treasure by Cornwall's coroner.