Grace Burns
@gfb24601.bsky.social
Book lover, music appreciator, runner, girly swotty do-gooder.
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Vatican to end Dei hiring policies.
BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV is set to effectively disband Opus Dei in the coming weeks.
This would be the most sweeping internal reform of his pontificate — and a dramatic continuation of Pope Francis’s legacy.
This would be the most sweeping internal reform of his pontificate — and a dramatic continuation of Pope Francis’s legacy.
NEW: Pope Leo Set To Break Up Opus Dei
If Pope Leo does indeed approves a plan that effectively dissolves Opus Dei’s structure, it would be the most significant internal action of his short pontificate to date.
open.substack.com
October 17, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Vatican to end Dei hiring policies.
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'[T]he UK government has committed to find ways to adopt OpenAI’s AI technologies in public services such as justice, defence and security, and education technology. That could require using the data of millions of UK citizens to create AI-powered digital services.'
FFS
FFS
OpenAI and UK sign ‘strategic partnership’ in investment push https://on.ft.com/3UsGsG0
OpenAI and UK sign ‘strategic partnership’ in investment push
Co-operation pledge with Keir Starmer’s government could lead to AI-powered digital services
on.ft.com
July 21, 2025 at 6:23 PM
'[T]he UK government has committed to find ways to adopt OpenAI’s AI technologies in public services such as justice, defence and security, and education technology. That could require using the data of millions of UK citizens to create AI-powered digital services.'
FFS
FFS
I just saw the England-Sweden game described as a thriller. THAT WAS NOT A THRILLER! THAT WAS PAINFUL! I NEVER WANT TO SIT THROUGH SUDDEN DEATH PENALTIES EVER AGAIN!!!!
July 17, 2025 at 9:59 PM
I just saw the England-Sweden game described as a thriller. THAT WAS NOT A THRILLER! THAT WAS PAINFUL! I NEVER WANT TO SIT THROUGH SUDDEN DEATH PENALTIES EVER AGAIN!!!!
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Hey cis dudes: If God had wanted you to have erections past middle age, or a full head of hair into your 40s, she would have just encoded those things into your genes. God doesn't make mistakes. If you need erections and hair to feel affirmed, that sounds like a mental health issue. Seek therapy.
July 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Hey cis dudes: If God had wanted you to have erections past middle age, or a full head of hair into your 40s, she would have just encoded those things into your genes. God doesn't make mistakes. If you need erections and hair to feel affirmed, that sounds like a mental health issue. Seek therapy.
This has just set me off again. A beautiful tribute to a legendary player. RIP Diogo- and his brother Andre.
www.liverpoolfc.com/news/he-took...
www.liverpoolfc.com/news/he-took...
He took us to victory – a tribute to Diogo Jota - Liverpool FC
“He will take us to victory,” sang the Liverpool fans in his honour – and Diogo Jota so often did exactly that.
www.liverpoolfc.com
July 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM
This has just set me off again. A beautiful tribute to a legendary player. RIP Diogo- and his brother Andre.
www.liverpoolfc.com/news/he-took...
www.liverpoolfc.com/news/he-took...
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We'll be a little quieter over the next week, as our social media manager is going on leave. But fear not, we're leaving our logins in the safe hands of our very capable deputy, who has assured us of committing absolutely zero crimes:
we're thrilled to share that we've started the year with a new addition to our team! he's extremely smart, capable, charming, persuasive, and boasts a wealth of museum experience
June 27, 2025 at 2:55 PM
We'll be a little quieter over the next week, as our social media manager is going on leave. But fear not, we're leaving our logins in the safe hands of our very capable deputy, who has assured us of committing absolutely zero crimes:
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Exeter, pursued by a bear
Wildlife park near Exeter evacuated after bears escape
Wildlife park near Exeter evacuated after bears escape
Two brown bears escape from their enclosure and eat a "week's worth of honey" in the food store.
www.bbc.com
June 24, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Exeter, pursued by a bear
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Thrilled to see #WitchWeek by Diana Wynne Jones on this great list by @charliejane.bsky.social
Especially as I’ve just listened to the @eightdaysofdiana.bsky.social episode about it!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/b...
Especially as I’ve just listened to the @eightdaysofdiana.bsky.social episode about it!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/b...
Eight Enchanting Novels About Witches
www.nytimes.com
June 22, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Thrilled to see #WitchWeek by Diana Wynne Jones on this great list by @charliejane.bsky.social
Especially as I’ve just listened to the @eightdaysofdiana.bsky.social episode about it!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/b...
Especially as I’ve just listened to the @eightdaysofdiana.bsky.social episode about it!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/b...
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New isolated lone wolf mental health episode we shouldn’t politicize just dropped
BREAKING: Suspect in shooting of Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota had a hit list with nearly 70 names, including abortion providers, pro-choice advocates and lawmakers - CNN
June 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
New isolated lone wolf mental health episode we shouldn’t politicize just dropped
I'm catching up on the Diamond League meeting in Rabat. Can we just appreciate what an absolute machine Beatrice Chebet was over that 3km?! That was a magnificent run by her, that lead was unbelievable.
June 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
I'm catching up on the Diamond League meeting in Rabat. Can we just appreciate what an absolute machine Beatrice Chebet was over that 3km?! That was a magnificent run by her, that lead was unbelievable.
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I’ve never come near it, apart from immediately looking away from the AI overview if I forget to add “-ai” to Google.
And I won’t. It’s one of the most evil developments I’ve seen gobbled whole by everyone & called a treat.
It’s like science fiction just never existed. WE’VE BEEN TELLING YOU.
And I won’t. It’s one of the most evil developments I’ve seen gobbled whole by everyone & called a treat.
It’s like science fiction just never existed. WE’VE BEEN TELLING YOU.
this is what’s baffling to me. i have to actually go out of my way to use AI. i simply…choose not to?? my life goes on as normal, nothing implodes, nobody dies. wild.
June 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
I’ve never come near it, apart from immediately looking away from the AI overview if I forget to add “-ai” to Google.
And I won’t. It’s one of the most evil developments I’ve seen gobbled whole by everyone & called a treat.
It’s like science fiction just never existed. WE’VE BEEN TELLING YOU.
And I won’t. It’s one of the most evil developments I’ve seen gobbled whole by everyone & called a treat.
It’s like science fiction just never existed. WE’VE BEEN TELLING YOU.
Had a fantastic couple of days in Liverpool celebrating our title win, so I was devastated to hear about the horrendous attack on Water Street while I was on the train home. My heart goes out everyone affected. You'll Never Walk Alone
May 26, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Had a fantastic couple of days in Liverpool celebrating our title win, so I was devastated to hear about the horrendous attack on Water Street while I was on the train home. My heart goes out everyone affected. You'll Never Walk Alone
On Boxing Day I booked a hotel in Liverpool with a vague sense of optimism that we wouldn't fall at the final hurdle.
In March I booked my train tickets with a growing belief that we might actually do this.
On Sunday, I'm going to be in Liverpool to watch us lift the Premier League trophy.
In March I booked my train tickets with a growing belief that we might actually do this.
On Sunday, I'm going to be in Liverpool to watch us lift the Premier League trophy.
May 23, 2025 at 7:36 PM
On Boxing Day I booked a hotel in Liverpool with a vague sense of optimism that we wouldn't fall at the final hurdle.
In March I booked my train tickets with a growing belief that we might actually do this.
On Sunday, I'm going to be in Liverpool to watch us lift the Premier League trophy.
In March I booked my train tickets with a growing belief that we might actually do this.
On Sunday, I'm going to be in Liverpool to watch us lift the Premier League trophy.
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We need codified legal abortion yesterday.
"Police have been issued guidance on how to search women’s homes for abortion drugs and check their phones for menstrual cycle tracking apps after unexpected pregnancy loss"
"...police could bypass legal requirements for a court order to obtain medical records..."
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
"...police could bypass legal requirements for a court order to obtain medical records..."
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
Police could search homes and phones after pregnancy loss | The Observer
New national guidance suggests officers look for menstrual tracking apps or abortion drugs
observer.co.uk
May 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
We need codified legal abortion yesterday.
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Look, I'm past being nice. When folks are pointing out that a dead woman is being kept alive purely so her 9 week old fetus can be born, when her family is against it, and you post this shit, I'm gonna show your ass to the world.
Men, collect your trash.
Men, collect your trash.
May 18, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Look, I'm past being nice. When folks are pointing out that a dead woman is being kept alive purely so her 9 week old fetus can be born, when her family is against it, and you post this shit, I'm gonna show your ass to the world.
Men, collect your trash.
Men, collect your trash.
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Me when I’ve zoned out of listening on a Zoom call and then someone says my name:
May 13, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Me when I’ve zoned out of listening on a Zoom call and then someone says my name:
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FUCKING fuckity FUCK.
NO.
NO.
May 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
FUCKING fuckity FUCK.
NO.
NO.
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Sam Rockwell and Paddy Considine as brothers who own a bar in Queens and fall for Emily Blunt.
The real Emily Blunt.
The real Emily Blunt.
Serious question, but you know me, I'm sure I'll laugh at a funny, but I am looking for good ideas...
What actor would you love to see doing a role that is totally out of character for them.
Who and what kind of role?
What actor would you love to see doing a role that is totally out of character for them.
Who and what kind of role?
May 1, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Sam Rockwell and Paddy Considine as brothers who own a bar in Queens and fall for Emily Blunt.
The real Emily Blunt.
The real Emily Blunt.
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I've donated what I can - if you can spare anything, please consider it. We can't let this continue.
Today we launched our crowdfunder to challenge last week’s Supreme Court’s decision – which we believe has placed the UK in breach of its obligations under the Human Rights Act 🏳️⚧️
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goodlaw.social
April 26, 2025 at 10:59 AM
I've donated what I can - if you can spare anything, please consider it. We can't let this continue.
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What fucking bullshit is this? Telling gay groups who they’re allowed to include? Fuck you, EHRC. Fuck. You.
April 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
What fucking bullshit is this? Telling gay groups who they’re allowed to include? Fuck you, EHRC. Fuck. You.
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A glorious Easter to you and your house. Qapla'!
March 31, 2024 at 12:45 AM
A glorious Easter to you and your house. Qapla'!
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There you have it. Lead TERF Maya Forstater says trans men - who they consider women - aren’t allowed in women’s spaces either. It was never about protecting women, just the most sexist, patriarchy-defined version of one. Good luck to all women who don’t meet the “feminine” brief.
April 20, 2025 at 11:27 AM
There you have it. Lead TERF Maya Forstater says trans men - who they consider women - aren’t allowed in women’s spaces either. It was never about protecting women, just the most sexist, patriarchy-defined version of one. Good luck to all women who don’t meet the “feminine” brief.
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For #TudorGothic fans, here's a reminder of the brilliant @junodawson.bsky.social HMRC Series - new title upcoming 👇
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FHR/t...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FHR/t...
The HMRC Trilogy
Buy books online and find book series such as The HMRC Trilogy written by Juno Dawson from PenguinRandomHouse.com
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
April 18, 2025 at 10:57 AM
For #TudorGothic fans, here's a reminder of the brilliant @junodawson.bsky.social HMRC Series - new title upcoming 👇
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FHR/t...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FHR/t...
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OoooooOOOOooooh.
First teaser trailer for the new horror film #HIM 🏈
• Produced by Jordan Peele and directed by Justin Tipping
• Follows a college QB training with his idol — who pulls him into a sinister world to see what he’s willing to sacrifice for greatness
• Releasing in theaters September 19
• Produced by Jordan Peele and directed by Justin Tipping
• Follows a college QB training with his idol — who pulls him into a sinister world to see what he’s willing to sacrifice for greatness
• Releasing in theaters September 19
April 18, 2025 at 5:49 PM
OoooooOOOOooooh.
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For @vanityfair.com, I wrote about Meta's defense of training its AI on millions of pirated books, including: they didn't read the pirated copies, it would be annoying to license them, and they don't think the books are individually worth anything to them, anyway. www.vanityfair.com/news/story/m...
This Is How Meta AI Staffers Deemed More Than 7 Million Books to Have No “Economic Value”
As more than a dozen lawsuits churn ahead, newly unsealed case files reveal the company’s stance: The pirated books Meta used to train its AI, including ones by Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Woodson, and...
www.vanityfair.com
April 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
For @vanityfair.com, I wrote about Meta's defense of training its AI on millions of pirated books, including: they didn't read the pirated copies, it would be annoying to license them, and they don't think the books are individually worth anything to them, anyway. www.vanityfair.com/news/story/m...