Dr. K
@kurleymcd.bsky.social
Seeking refuge from the hell site.
What's the Irish for hostile environment?
New: major overhaul of immigration laws to see citizenship denied to those who got welfare, or are in debt. Family reunification only for close family, tighter rules around self sufficiency. Changes to revoke residency for those who commit serious crimes
www.thetimes.com/world/irelan...
www.thetimes.com/world/irelan...
No Irish citizenship for refugees on welfare benefits
Ministers to crack down on migration after UK review of asylum-seeking rules
www.thetimes.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
What's the Irish for hostile environment?
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All Landlords Are Bad
November 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM
All Landlords Are Bad
November 22, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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MUPPET KNIVES OUT
Am I a hypocrite for wanting this after giving a hard no to muppet knives out
Okay, I'm making my case for the only Muppet I want to see on Broadway right now...
November 19, 2025 at 5:30 AM
MUPPET KNIVES OUT
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FINALLY a judge is pointing it out explicitly.
The behaviour of Enoch (& the other Burkes) is a clear safety concern.
Genuinely, how far off are they from rationalising violence as appropriate to their cause?
The behaviour of Enoch (& the other Burkes) is a clear safety concern.
Genuinely, how far off are they from rationalising violence as appropriate to their cause?
November 18, 2025 at 1:14 PM
FINALLY a judge is pointing it out explicitly.
The behaviour of Enoch (& the other Burkes) is a clear safety concern.
Genuinely, how far off are they from rationalising violence as appropriate to their cause?
The behaviour of Enoch (& the other Burkes) is a clear safety concern.
Genuinely, how far off are they from rationalising violence as appropriate to their cause?
Never been so happy to see someone get that big new job as I am to see the end of Donohoe in government.
#speirgorm
#speirgorm
November 18, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Never been so happy to see someone get that big new job as I am to see the end of Donohoe in government.
#speirgorm
#speirgorm
This article in the IT basically boils down to "Hitler bad, copied policies in US, ppl in US think they're in the right, therefore no 'sides' to history". Fukuyama, Mark is coming for you.
November 17, 2025 at 11:10 PM
This article in the IT basically boils down to "Hitler bad, copied policies in US, ppl in US think they're in the right, therefore no 'sides' to history". Fukuyama, Mark is coming for you.
The IT really on the button yet again. #KoolWithTheKidz
What is ‘Six Seven’ and why is the world currently obsessed with this latest online trend?
What is ‘Six Seven’ and why is the world currently obsessed with this latest online trend?
The viral phrase from a 2024 rap track has children shouting in unison — and leaving adults utterly lost
www.irishtimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM
The IT really on the button yet again. #KoolWithTheKidz
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This is the "mature debate" they keep banging on about btw. What level of cruelty we should aspire to, with the claimed fear of being seen as less cruel than a country rapidly sliding towards fascism. An ivory tower scumbag
Justice and Migration Minister Jim O'Callaghan said he's committed to ensuring Ireland is 'not viewed more favourably than the UK by those seeking to claim asylum'.
His statement comes following proposed reforms to the UK's asylum practices
jrnl.ie/6877693
His statement comes following proposed reforms to the UK's asylum practices
jrnl.ie/6877693
O'Callaghan 'committed' to ensuring Ireland not viewed 'more favourably' than the UK by asylum seekers
A new International Protection Bill to reform Ireland’s asylum system will be published later this year.
jrnl.ie
November 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
This is the "mature debate" they keep banging on about btw. What level of cruelty we should aspire to, with the claimed fear of being seen as less cruel than a country rapidly sliding towards fascism. An ivory tower scumbag
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Once again, the government is willing to do anything to fix the housing crisis, except for anything that will actually fix the housing crisis
November 13, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Once again, the government is willing to do anything to fix the housing crisis, except for anything that will actually fix the housing crisis
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Sending my love to Hugh “I listen, but I hate-listen” Linehan. I love you too, bae.
The podcast he tried unsuccessfully not to listen to is this one, btw: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/t...
The podcast he tried unsuccessfully not to listen to is this one, btw: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/t...
November 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Sending my love to Hugh “I listen, but I hate-listen” Linehan. I love you too, bae.
The podcast he tried unsuccessfully not to listen to is this one, btw: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/t...
The podcast he tried unsuccessfully not to listen to is this one, btw: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/t...
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The biggest hinder to solving Ireland's housing crisis is not finaincing, or planning law, or judicial reviews - it's that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael don't want to.
Again if you find yourself wondering about things like Judicial review because politicians and some right wing journos say this is the reason we can’t get things done, just remember this is complete bollix and the real reason is lobbyists, lobbyists, lobbyists and politicians who become lobbyists.
November 12, 2025 at 10:07 AM
The biggest hinder to solving Ireland's housing crisis is not finaincing, or planning law, or judicial reviews - it's that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael don't want to.
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In a rare case of Substack notes usefulness, I just learned that Sarah Kendzior (author of They Knew and a brilliant writer) got bounced from Bluesky. What the hell? new @sarahkendzior.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 4:09 AM
In a rare case of Substack notes usefulness, I just learned that Sarah Kendzior (author of They Knew and a brilliant writer) got bounced from Bluesky. What the hell? new @sarahkendzior.bsky.social
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“Pet bans to be scrapped in major Irish housing shake up”
… assuming you get space to swing a cat 😉 www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-n...
… assuming you get space to swing a cat 😉 www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-n...
Pet bans to be scrapped in major Irish housing shake up
Fianna Fáil Senator Teresa Costello, who has been campaigning for the change, welcomed the decision but said the delay had already caused deep distress for many tenants.
www.irishmirror.ie
November 12, 2025 at 8:06 AM
“Pet bans to be scrapped in major Irish housing shake up”
… assuming you get space to swing a cat 😉 www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-n...
… assuming you get space to swing a cat 😉 www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-n...
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Hey, @bsky.app @jay.bsky.team @support.bsky.team
Why have you suspended @sarahkendzior.bsky.social account ? When are you going to explain yourselves, and when are you going to re-install her?
Is it because she critcises Trump - has someone asked you to suspend her?
Why have you suspended @sarahkendzior.bsky.social account ? When are you going to explain yourselves, and when are you going to re-install her?
Is it because she critcises Trump - has someone asked you to suspend her?
‼️ Why did you, @jay.bsky.team @support.bsky.team suspend the account of one of the most outspoken, independent and important critics of the Trump regime - my friend and colleague @sarahkendzior.bsky.social ? By cutting her off, you also endanger her. Reinstall her account NOW!
Please share widely
Please share widely
November 12, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Hey, @bsky.app @jay.bsky.team @support.bsky.team
Why have you suspended @sarahkendzior.bsky.social account ? When are you going to explain yourselves, and when are you going to re-install her?
Is it because she critcises Trump - has someone asked you to suspend her?
Why have you suspended @sarahkendzior.bsky.social account ? When are you going to explain yourselves, and when are you going to re-install her?
Is it because she critcises Trump - has someone asked you to suspend her?
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Can borrow to buy lashings of pew-pews we don't have the personal to operate or maintain.
Can't borrow to house the thousands of people officially homeless.
Clearly the welfare of the people of Ireland is not paramount.
Can't borrow to house the thousands of people officially homeless.
Clearly the welfare of the people of Ireland is not paramount.
That €150 BILLION EURO that @simonharrisireland.bsky.social and @micheal-martin.bsky.social want to spend on military would buy 300,000 houses at €500,000.
I wonder what armaments companies they are talking to already?
I wonder what armaments companies they are talking to already?
Harris promises to use EU loans if military funding is not forthcoming
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
November 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Can borrow to buy lashings of pew-pews we don't have the personal to operate or maintain.
Can't borrow to house the thousands of people officially homeless.
Clearly the welfare of the people of Ireland is not paramount.
Can't borrow to house the thousands of people officially homeless.
Clearly the welfare of the people of Ireland is not paramount.
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Wrote this about the Sanctuary Runners a few weeks ago. This is Ireland at its best.
No paywall: www.patreon.com/posts/141588...
No paywall: www.patreon.com/posts/141588...
November 10, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Wrote this about the Sanctuary Runners a few weeks ago. This is Ireland at its best.
No paywall: www.patreon.com/posts/141588...
No paywall: www.patreon.com/posts/141588...
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#otd in 1989, Günter Schabowski of the East German Socialist Unity Party (SED) held a press conference where he appeared to say that citizens could now travel more freely outside of the GDR. By the end of the day, the Berlin Wall had been opened and the stage set for the end of SED rule.
November 9, 2025 at 10:37 PM
#otd in 1989, Günter Schabowski of the East German Socialist Unity Party (SED) held a press conference where he appeared to say that citizens could now travel more freely outside of the GDR. By the end of the day, the Berlin Wall had been opened and the stage set for the end of SED rule.
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Got these new trainers today but I can't get it out of my head that they look like fuckin DC Tosh Lines from The Bill
November 9, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Got these new trainers today but I can't get it out of my head that they look like fuckin DC Tosh Lines from The Bill
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Wood ducks are cavity nesters and frequently use nest boxes. After the ducklings hatch, the next day, after the female ensures it is safe, the ducklings jump out of the box to start their adventurous life. Photos taken in my yard. #Birdoftheday theme #takeoff 🪶
November 9, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Wood ducks are cavity nesters and frequently use nest boxes. After the ducklings hatch, the next day, after the female ensures it is safe, the ducklings jump out of the box to start their adventurous life. Photos taken in my yard. #Birdoftheday theme #takeoff 🪶
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Egypt’s Grand Museum Is Finally Open. Now, ‘We Need Our Stuff Back.’
For many Egyptians, the state-of-the art museum is a stage from which to renew demands that Egypt’s most iconic antiquities belong in their homeland — not the marble halls of European museums.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/a...
For many Egyptians, the state-of-the art museum is a stage from which to renew demands that Egypt’s most iconic antiquities belong in their homeland — not the marble halls of European museums.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/a...
Egypt’s Grand Museum Is Finally Open. Now, ‘We Need Our Stuff Back.’
www.nytimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Egypt’s Grand Museum Is Finally Open. Now, ‘We Need Our Stuff Back.’
For many Egyptians, the state-of-the art museum is a stage from which to renew demands that Egypt’s most iconic antiquities belong in their homeland — not the marble halls of European museums.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/a...
For many Egyptians, the state-of-the art museum is a stage from which to renew demands that Egypt’s most iconic antiquities belong in their homeland — not the marble halls of European museums.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/a...
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This is a good example of how know-nothing AI slop will, if allowed to run free, degrade all forms of knowledge & judgment of actual people & events into vapid, meaningless pap.
Waiting for the flowery AI rendering of these guys like this one of...convicted war criminal Erich von Manstein
November 7, 2025 at 9:46 AM
This is a good example of how know-nothing AI slop will, if allowed to run free, degrade all forms of knowledge & judgment of actual people & events into vapid, meaningless pap.