dpcleary
@dpcleary.bsky.social
An optimist, despite all the evidence to the contrary.
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Vital piece of investigative reporting from Sky. They've uncovered the X algorithm which feeds users extremist right wing material from the moment they join the site. It is a far-right radicalisation engine, by design.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
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 7:23 AM
Vital piece of investigative reporting from Sky. They've uncovered the X algorithm which feeds users extremist right wing material from the moment they join the site. It is a far-right radicalisation engine, by design.
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
news.sky.com/story/the-x-...
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One of the greatest of 11 o'clock numbers. From Ballroom by Billy Goldenberg, Marilyn Bergman and Alan Bergman, who has died at 99.
One of the greatest of 11 o'clock numbers. From Ballroom by Billy Goldenberg, Marilyn Bergman and Alan Bergman, who has died at 99.
My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies - Fifty Percent - Dorothy Loudon - 9/28/1998 (Official)
YouTube video by Wolfgang's Broadway
youtube.com
September 26, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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One of the greatest of 11 o'clock numbers. From Ballroom by Billy Goldenberg, Marilyn Bergman and Alan Bergman, who has died at 99.
One of the greatest of 11 o'clock numbers. From Ballroom by Billy Goldenberg, Marilyn Bergman and Alan Bergman, who has died at 99.
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Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him
September 3, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him
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Cleo Laine, Britain's most successful jazz singer, dies aged 97
Cleo Laine, Britain's most successful jazz singer, dies aged 97
Versatile vocalist straddled jazz, classical, pop and musical theatre with four-octave range, and collaborated for decades with husband, John Dankworth
Dame Cleo Laine, the UK’s most successful and celebrated jazz singer, has died aged 97.
A statement from her children Jacqui and Alec reads: “It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved mother, Cleo, who died peacefully yesterday afternoon. We will all miss her terribly. The family wish to be given space to grieve and ask for privacy at this very difficult time.” Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
July 25, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Cleo Laine, Britain's most successful jazz singer, dies aged 97
Helen Shapiro ~ Tell Me What He Said ~ 1962
YouTube video by Teenager of the Sixties
youtube.com
July 5, 2025 at 9:40 AM
A 40 year plus 2 weeks anniversary. Is that a thing? I Don't Care. How appropriate.
June 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
A 40 year plus 2 weeks anniversary. Is that a thing? I Don't Care. How appropriate.
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Absolutely incredible turnout for Budapest Pride! So proud of all the organizers, including some old friends, who estimate hundreds of thousands— major embarrassment to Orban
June 28, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Absolutely incredible turnout for Budapest Pride! So proud of all the organizers, including some old friends, who estimate hundreds of thousands— major embarrassment to Orban
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So glad Uncle Joe took Mel Brooks to see Ethel Merman in ‘Anything Goes’ 90 years ago. From his delicious ‘All About Me!’
June 28, 2025 at 2:47 PM
So glad Uncle Joe took Mel Brooks to see Ethel Merman in ‘Anything Goes’ 90 years ago. From his delicious ‘All About Me!’
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London has been ranked the world’s #1 city for 2025—for the 10th year in a row.
This recognition speaks to the strength and vibrancy of our capital. From our cultural institutions to our nightlife, London remains a place for everyone.
This recognition speaks to the strength and vibrancy of our capital. From our cultural institutions to our nightlife, London remains a place for everyone.
The World's Best Cities
www.worldsbestcities.com
June 27, 2025 at 4:29 PM
London has been ranked the world’s #1 city for 2025—for the 10th year in a row.
This recognition speaks to the strength and vibrancy of our capital. From our cultural institutions to our nightlife, London remains a place for everyone.
This recognition speaks to the strength and vibrancy of our capital. From our cultural institutions to our nightlife, London remains a place for everyone.
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Mamdani ending his victory speech with this quote from FDR. This is potentially a consequential moment for US politics.
June 25, 2025 at 5:48 AM
Mamdani ending his victory speech with this quote from FDR. This is potentially a consequential moment for US politics.
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(1/2) With a heavy heart, I have written to the Prime Minister to tender my resignation as a whip.
Whilst I will continue to support the government in delivering the change the country so desperately needs, I cannot vote in favour of the proposed reforms to disability benefits.
Whilst I will continue to support the government in delivering the change the country so desperately needs, I cannot vote in favour of the proposed reforms to disability benefits.
June 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
(1/2) With a heavy heart, I have written to the Prime Minister to tender my resignation as a whip.
Whilst I will continue to support the government in delivering the change the country so desperately needs, I cannot vote in favour of the proposed reforms to disability benefits.
Whilst I will continue to support the government in delivering the change the country so desperately needs, I cannot vote in favour of the proposed reforms to disability benefits.
I Can Lose My Heart Tonight. Goodness knows when I last heard that. Very much here for records from my extreme youth.
May 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
I Can Lose My Heart Tonight. Goodness knows when I last heard that. Very much here for records from my extreme youth.
Announcement (after train has been standing 5 minutes): apologies. There is a swan on the line. As it is a protected species, I have been instructed not to move until it has been moved. 🙄😯
May 24, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Announcement (after train has been standing 5 minutes): apologies. There is a swan on the line. As it is a protected species, I have been instructed not to move until it has been moved. 🙄😯
The Postman Always Rings Four Times.
Implement a 100% tariff and ruin a movie
Nineteen Weeks
Nineteen Weeks
May 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The Postman Always Rings Four Times.
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Today marks 26 years since the Admiral Duncan Nail Bombing. Three people died and 79 were injured. Hate crimes against LGBTQIA+ people are increasing dramatically. We stand in solidarity and remembrance, for those lost on that day and in similar attacks globally. #AdmiralDuncan
April 30, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Today marks 26 years since the Admiral Duncan Nail Bombing. Three people died and 79 were injured. Hate crimes against LGBTQIA+ people are increasing dramatically. We stand in solidarity and remembrance, for those lost on that day and in similar attacks globally. #AdmiralDuncan
Should have been the jolly.
April 25, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Should have been the jolly.
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Average vote share from YouGov's metro mayor polling:
- 2024 Conservatives
67% Con
23% Reform
5% Lib Dem
3% Green
1% Lab
- 2024 Labour
57% Lab
13% Lib Dem
11% Green
8% Reform
6% Con
- 2024 Reform
88% Reform
6% Con
3% Lib Dem
2% Lab
1% Green
- 2024 Conservatives
67% Con
23% Reform
5% Lib Dem
3% Green
1% Lab
- 2024 Labour
57% Lab
13% Lib Dem
11% Green
8% Reform
6% Con
- 2024 Reform
88% Reform
6% Con
3% Lib Dem
2% Lab
1% Green
April 25, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Average vote share from YouGov's metro mayor polling:
- 2024 Conservatives
67% Con
23% Reform
5% Lib Dem
3% Green
1% Lab
- 2024 Labour
57% Lab
13% Lib Dem
11% Green
8% Reform
6% Con
- 2024 Reform
88% Reform
6% Con
3% Lib Dem
2% Lab
1% Green
- 2024 Conservatives
67% Con
23% Reform
5% Lib Dem
3% Green
1% Lab
- 2024 Labour
57% Lab
13% Lib Dem
11% Green
8% Reform
6% Con
- 2024 Reform
88% Reform
6% Con
3% Lib Dem
2% Lab
1% Green
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The St. Paul Saints minor league baseball team have a new menu item this season. It's a giant beef hot dog topped with smoked pulled pork, cheddar macaroni & cheese, jalapeños, & fried onion topping. $130, feeds 10-12, or one Homer Simpson.
www.reddit.com/r/baseball/c...
www.reddit.com/r/baseball/c...
March 25, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The St. Paul Saints minor league baseball team have a new menu item this season. It's a giant beef hot dog topped with smoked pulled pork, cheddar macaroni & cheese, jalapeños, & fried onion topping. $130, feeds 10-12, or one Homer Simpson.
www.reddit.com/r/baseball/c...
www.reddit.com/r/baseball/c...
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Looking ahead to the disability benefits green paper, this essay for @citizensadvice.bsky.social makes the case for a system focused on improving health outcomes.
Co-authors @maddyirose.bsky.social, @victoria-anns.bsky.social & Simon Collerton
We challenge the 5 big falsehoods underpinning cuts…🧵
Co-authors @maddyirose.bsky.social, @victoria-anns.bsky.social & Simon Collerton
We challenge the 5 big falsehoods underpinning cuts…🧵
March 11, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Looking ahead to the disability benefits green paper, this essay for @citizensadvice.bsky.social makes the case for a system focused on improving health outcomes.
Co-authors @maddyirose.bsky.social, @victoria-anns.bsky.social & Simon Collerton
We challenge the 5 big falsehoods underpinning cuts…🧵
Co-authors @maddyirose.bsky.social, @victoria-anns.bsky.social & Simon Collerton
We challenge the 5 big falsehoods underpinning cuts…🧵
