Emma S
@chronicresearcher.bsky.social
Early retired EU politics researcher. Wrote about conflict prevention in Europe many moons ago.
Living in the hills with MS (well, it's life, Jim, but not as we knew it), an exceptional collie, a parrot, three ducks, and two amazing humans.
Living in the hills with MS (well, it's life, Jim, but not as we knew it), an exceptional collie, a parrot, three ducks, and two amazing humans.
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Just as with pretty much everything else, we should expect the Labour government to learn exactly the wrong lesson from the BBC fiasco.
November 10, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Just as with pretty much everything else, we should expect the Labour government to learn exactly the wrong lesson from the BBC fiasco.
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For commentary on what is happening, and what is about to happen, in Germany, follow the incomparable @annettedittert.bsky.social.
As Germans head for the polls today, the stakes could not be higher for Germany‘s future and Europe.
My in-depth analysis on Merz‘ huge mistakes, but also some hope that the centre will get its act together in light of what happened since Munich.
My in-depth analysis on Merz‘ huge mistakes, but also some hope that the centre will get its act together in light of what happened since Munich.
The far right rising
Ahead of a historic German election, the AfD is courting the global right – and threatening to upend European politics.
www.newstatesman.com
February 23, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Snow skies on Blue Sky. It's beautiful in the North Pennines, but it's not always easy for those of us living here.
January 8, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Snow skies on Blue Sky. It's beautiful in the North Pennines, but it's not always easy for those of us living here.
The teenager is not wearing socks or slippers. The parrot, Cleo, is exploring under the couch. Cleo (aka 'bitey bird') pecks the teenager's big toe. Teenager squels loudly. Parrot: "are you OK?" Parents splutter into their coffee. Our house at 7.30am.
November 22, 2024 at 6:53 PM
The teenager is not wearing socks or slippers. The parrot, Cleo, is exploring under the couch. Cleo (aka 'bitey bird') pecks the teenager's big toe. Teenager squels loudly. Parrot: "are you OK?" Parents splutter into their coffee. Our house at 7.30am.