Belfast_Nomad
@belfastnomad.bsky.social
Academic interested in cities, regions, uneven development and public policy. Ice-hockey fan and reader of quality magazines and books. Movies, live music and travelling. PhD in Human Geography.
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COP30 overpromised, underdelivered, empowered distractions, backtracked on issues and once again gave big oil and big ag a free pass.
Unfortunately, the suspicions of climate scientists (here in Brazil and abroad) were confirmed again.
Unfortunately, the suspicions of climate scientists (here in Brazil and abroad) were confirmed again.
November 22, 2025 at 7:47 PM
COP30 overpromised, underdelivered, empowered distractions, backtracked on issues and once again gave big oil and big ag a free pass.
Unfortunately, the suspicions of climate scientists (here in Brazil and abroad) were confirmed again.
Unfortunately, the suspicions of climate scientists (here in Brazil and abroad) were confirmed again.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:16 AM
"Breaking Bad" ( 2008-2013) is the best American neo-Western crime drama series about the darker side of having medical debts. Phenomenal stuff and ground breaking in its own way.
November 21, 2025 at 10:04 AM
"Breaking Bad" ( 2008-2013) is the best American neo-Western crime drama series about the darker side of having medical debts. Phenomenal stuff and ground breaking in its own way.
Sounds like a racket.
Trump has reportedly been in conversation with Paramount and his billionaire ally Larry Ellison about a potential takeover of CNN that would include firing journalists he dislikes.
Billionaire control of the media is a danger to us all.
Billionaire control of the media is a danger to us all.
November 21, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Sounds like a racket.
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Europe’s cohesion falters less from funding gaps than from uneven competence and weak institutions.
As Wajid Ali, Brasili and Calia argue in @jcms-eu.bsky.social, European investment lifts the economy only where #institutions can carry it.
doi.org/10.1111/jcms...
As Wajid Ali, Brasili and Calia argue in @jcms-eu.bsky.social, European investment lifts the economy only where #institutions can carry it.
doi.org/10.1111/jcms...
November 20, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Europe’s cohesion falters less from funding gaps than from uneven competence and weak institutions.
As Wajid Ali, Brasili and Calia argue in @jcms-eu.bsky.social, European investment lifts the economy only where #institutions can carry it.
doi.org/10.1111/jcms...
As Wajid Ali, Brasili and Calia argue in @jcms-eu.bsky.social, European investment lifts the economy only where #institutions can carry it.
doi.org/10.1111/jcms...
I just grabbed this World Noir Vol.4
box set. Marcel Bluwal’s "Paris Pick-Up" (1962) was a real gem. Another great release from @filmsradiance.bsky.social .
box set. Marcel Bluwal’s "Paris Pick-Up" (1962) was a real gem. Another great release from @filmsradiance.bsky.social .
November 20, 2025 at 9:20 PM
I just grabbed this World Noir Vol.4
box set. Marcel Bluwal’s "Paris Pick-Up" (1962) was a real gem. Another great release from @filmsradiance.bsky.social .
box set. Marcel Bluwal’s "Paris Pick-Up" (1962) was a real gem. Another great release from @filmsradiance.bsky.social .
"We Did Ok, Kid". What a great thing to be able to say to your younger self.
This is one memoir I know that I am going to enjoy. Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of my all time favourite actors and he is a global treasure.
Nice one @simonandschuster.bsky.social
This is one memoir I know that I am going to enjoy. Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of my all time favourite actors and he is a global treasure.
Nice one @simonandschuster.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 12:31 AM
"We Did Ok, Kid". What a great thing to be able to say to your younger self.
This is one memoir I know that I am going to enjoy. Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of my all time favourite actors and he is a global treasure.
Nice one @simonandschuster.bsky.social
This is one memoir I know that I am going to enjoy. Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of my all time favourite actors and he is a global treasure.
Nice one @simonandschuster.bsky.social
Jim Carrey's performance was brilliant in "The Mask" (1994). It oozes cartoon energy from a whirlwind of mischief - a groundbreaking film for its time. Another great release from @arrowvideo.bsky.social with decent extras.
November 18, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Jim Carrey's performance was brilliant in "The Mask" (1994). It oozes cartoon energy from a whirlwind of mischief - a groundbreaking film for its time. Another great release from @arrowvideo.bsky.social with decent extras.
I thought that this was a joke but with Trump things rarely are.
The US has drafted a coin featuring Trump. Here’s a better way to immortalize him. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/nov/16/us-coin-trump
The US has drafted a coin featuring Trump. Here’s a better way to immortalize him | Robert Reich
It is our solemn duty to ensure he is remembered for all he has done and may still do to destroy US democracy
www.theguardian.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:35 AM
I thought that this was a joke but with Trump things rarely are.
Impressive footage this 👇
November 17, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Impressive footage this 👇
Things have changed immensely but I'm glad that I kept these 3 books after taking a certain Cultural Geography module in 1998 @jsharp1436.bsky.social. I liked how they were written and how they framed the topics. A couple of years later, I would end up in Durham taking Kay Anderson's seminars. ☺️
November 17, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Things have changed immensely but I'm glad that I kept these 3 books after taking a certain Cultural Geography module in 1998 @jsharp1436.bsky.social. I liked how they were written and how they framed the topics. A couple of years later, I would end up in Durham taking Kay Anderson's seminars. ☺️
The market for short stories may have dwindled but there are some brilliant collections out there. "Angels at the Ritz" (1975) was William Trevor's 3rd collection - "Mrs. Silly" remains one of my favourites. In my view, Trevor was one of the best short story writers working in the English language.
November 16, 2025 at 11:45 PM
The market for short stories may have dwindled but there are some brilliant collections out there. "Angels at the Ritz" (1975) was William Trevor's 3rd collection - "Mrs. Silly" remains one of my favourites. In my view, Trevor was one of the best short story writers working in the English language.
As far as historical dramas go "John Adams" is very good. America's second President and his wife Abigail refined that country's values and the basis of its democracy. He was also an inspirational leader during the Revolutionary War. Paul Giamatti absolutely nailed Adams.
November 15, 2025 at 6:31 PM
As far as historical dramas go "John Adams" is very good. America's second President and his wife Abigail refined that country's values and the basis of its democracy. He was also an inspirational leader during the Revolutionary War. Paul Giamatti absolutely nailed Adams.
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Yes, Mr. President: You’re right. We do have “the worst health care” of any major country.
Despite spending twice as much per capita, we are the only major country not to guarantee health care to all as a human right.
The solution: Medicare for All.
Despite spending twice as much per capita, we are the only major country not to guarantee health care to all as a human right.
The solution: Medicare for All.
November 9, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Yes, Mr. President: You’re right. We do have “the worst health care” of any major country.
Despite spending twice as much per capita, we are the only major country not to guarantee health care to all as a human right.
The solution: Medicare for All.
Despite spending twice as much per capita, we are the only major country not to guarantee health care to all as a human right.
The solution: Medicare for All.
I rate #MatthewMcConaughey as an actor. I had no idea that he had been writing poetry for years. I stood reading "Poems & Prayers" in my local supermarket for 20 mins before purchasing it. The Texan is handy with words. He is also very deep and honest in this book. I appreciate this sort of stuff.
November 9, 2025 at 8:22 PM
I rate #MatthewMcConaughey as an actor. I had no idea that he had been writing poetry for years. I stood reading "Poems & Prayers" in my local supermarket for 20 mins before purchasing it. The Texan is handy with words. He is also very deep and honest in this book. I appreciate this sort of stuff.
I am watching the Blackhawks @ Redwings game and Patrick Kane's achievements popped up on the screen. Whoa! He is the best American born hockey player, a #Blackhawks legend and a future Hall of Famer. The Redwings are so lucky to have him on their roster. 🏒
November 9, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I am watching the Blackhawks @ Redwings game and Patrick Kane's achievements popped up on the screen. Whoa! He is the best American born hockey player, a #Blackhawks legend and a future Hall of Famer. The Redwings are so lucky to have him on their roster. 🏒
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#Europe’s future won’t be forged in #capitals alone. It lies in Mainz, Skellefteå or Arteixo. Yet, these places are falling through the cracks: too rich for cohesion, too dull for #innovation strategies. Centralisation is not the #EU’s best strategy
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
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November 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
#Europe’s future won’t be forged in #capitals alone. It lies in Mainz, Skellefteå or Arteixo. Yet, these places are falling through the cracks: too rich for cohesion, too dull for #innovation strategies. Centralisation is not the #EU’s best strategy
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
November 8, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Not only is this book very well written and entertaining, it is also replete with examples of the sort of progressive politics that America desperately needs right now @barackobama.bsky.social @katmabu.bsky.social
November 8, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Not only is this book very well written and entertaining, it is also replete with examples of the sort of progressive politics that America desperately needs right now @barackobama.bsky.social @katmabu.bsky.social
The game against Calgary was a reminder that the Bedard-Bertuzzi-Burakovsky line is pure dynamite. Bedard's numbers are insane - he's now tied with #Celebrini for the league lead in scoring.
Congrats to Spencer Knight on his first shout-out as a Blackhawk. #GoHawks!
Congrats to Spencer Knight on his first shout-out as a Blackhawk. #GoHawks!
November 8, 2025 at 1:33 PM
The game against Calgary was a reminder that the Bedard-Bertuzzi-Burakovsky line is pure dynamite. Bedard's numbers are insane - he's now tied with #Celebrini for the league lead in scoring.
Congrats to Spencer Knight on his first shout-out as a Blackhawk. #GoHawks!
Congrats to Spencer Knight on his first shout-out as a Blackhawk. #GoHawks!
I took a punt on "Cutter's Way". What a fantastic movie with colourful characters who become embroiled in a murder mystery. Jeffrey Alan Fiskin's script is top notch. I doubt that I would have gotten to see this one had it not been released on #Blu-ray.
November 7, 2025 at 11:31 PM
I took a punt on "Cutter's Way". What a fantastic movie with colourful characters who become embroiled in a murder mystery. Jeffrey Alan Fiskin's script is top notch. I doubt that I would have gotten to see this one had it not been released on #Blu-ray.
Even if you haven't read Autocracy Inc. you'll appreciate the insights from this podcast. Welcome to the world of strong man politics.
Talking with @gideonrachman.bsky.social: Donald Trump and Autocracy in America: Pushing the boundaries of presidential power.
Listen here:
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Listen here:
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Donald Trump and autocracy in America
Pushing the boundaries of presidential power
on.ft.com
November 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Even if you haven't read Autocracy Inc. you'll appreciate the insights from this podcast. Welcome to the world of strong man politics.
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A continent that once bound regions together, tethering Brussels to its citizens, may soon devolve into national silos.
As @profgviesti.bsky.social warns, #cohesion is slow and imperfect, but it is shared & democratic.
eticaeconomia.it/una-scompars...
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
As @profgviesti.bsky.social warns, #cohesion is slow and imperfect, but it is shared & democratic.
eticaeconomia.it/una-scompars...
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
November 7, 2025 at 7:59 AM
A continent that once bound regions together, tethering Brussels to its citizens, may soon devolve into national silos.
As @profgviesti.bsky.social warns, #cohesion is slow and imperfect, but it is shared & democratic.
eticaeconomia.it/una-scompars...
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
As @profgviesti.bsky.social warns, #cohesion is slow and imperfect, but it is shared & democratic.
eticaeconomia.it/una-scompars...
doi.org/10.1177/0969...
doi.org/10.1080/0034...
Data and maps rock!
NBC New York is just one of many news outlets featuring the Center for Urban Research’s fantastic election results map!
www.nbcnewyork.com/news/politic...
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How did your neighborhood vote for NYC mayor? See breakdown by election district
The results are in. Zohran Mamdani was elected the next New York City mayor Tuesday night, capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old leftist. His economic and anti-establishment views resonated wi...
www.nbcnewyork.com
November 6, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Data and maps rock!
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If nothing else, the last nine months should have made it clear that elections matter. But what’s remarkable about America is that we have the power, as citizens, to change this country by voting. Go to IWillVote.com.
November 4, 2025 at 4:34 PM
If nothing else, the last nine months should have made it clear that elections matter. But what’s remarkable about America is that we have the power, as citizens, to change this country by voting. Go to IWillVote.com.