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Hope looks different to everyone 🌱
From the people I meet to the changes happening across our city, there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.
From the people I meet to the changes happening across our city, there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.
December 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Hope looks different to everyone 🌱
From the people I meet to the changes happening across our city, there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.
From the people I meet to the changes happening across our city, there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.
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Russian opposition leader sentenced to six years in prison
Russian opposition leader sentenced to six years in prison
Sergei Udaltsov, Putin critic affiliated with the Communist party, convicted of justifying terrorism
A court in Russia on Thursday convicted a pro-war activist and critic of Vladimir Putin of justifying terrorism and sentenced him to six years in prison.
Sergei Udaltsov, the leader of the Left Front movement that opposes Putin and is affiliated with the Communist party, was arrested last year. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 25, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Russian opposition leader sentenced to six years in prison
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Watching the total donations shooting up after the Xmas Day Message is so beautiful.
Thank you all! 💚🎄
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Thank you all! 💚🎄
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
December 25, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Watching the total donations shooting up after the Xmas Day Message is so beautiful.
Thank you all! 💚🎄
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Thank you all! 💚🎄
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
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Monkey Cage 11am Radio 4 Christmas Day
Despite the title of this week’s @bigissue.com column , it is more about my love of Manchester than resigning from Monkey Cage - but here it is
www.bigissue.com/opinion/robi...
www.bigissue.com/opinion/robi...
Comedian Robin Ince: 'Why I had no choice but to resign from the BBC'
Robin Ince explains why he has stepped down from The Infinite Monkey Cage, after finding his values are at odds with the BBC.
www.bigissue.com
December 24, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Monkey Cage 11am Radio 4 Christmas Day
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BREAKING: Nigel Farage will not be investigated by the Electoral Commission over election spending in Clacton.
The watchdog said it “did not identify any expenditure” that should have been declared nationally by Reform UK.
The watchdog said it “did not identify any expenditure” that should have been declared nationally by Reform UK.
December 21, 2025 at 1:36 PM
BREAKING: Nigel Farage will not be investigated by the Electoral Commission over election spending in Clacton.
The watchdog said it “did not identify any expenditure” that should have been declared nationally by Reform UK.
The watchdog said it “did not identify any expenditure” that should have been declared nationally by Reform UK.
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More global companies are joining established firms in making Canary Wharf their home. A further vote of confidence that London is the place to be when it comes to finance and innovation.
London's answer to Wall Street gains momentum as major firms sign on
HSBC, BBVA, Barclays, Citibank and others have also recommitted to Canary Wharf in 2025.
www.cnbc.com
December 20, 2025 at 11:12 AM
More global companies are joining established firms in making Canary Wharf their home. A further vote of confidence that London is the place to be when it comes to finance and innovation.
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Michel Mone linked firm goes bust bit.ly/3Yzqwns Liquidation means the money will not be repaid unless the govt can go after the personal assets in trust but that could be tricky.
PPE company linked to ex-Tory peer Michelle Mone goes into liquidation
PPE Medpro owes government £148m for supplying unusable personal protective equipment during Covid-19 pandemic
bit.ly
December 19, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Michel Mone linked firm goes bust bit.ly/3Yzqwns Liquidation means the money will not be repaid unless the govt can go after the personal assets in trust but that could be tricky.
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Flu cases are rising across London, so now’s the time to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Getting the flu vaccine can help keep you well over the winter. Check if you’re eligible and book your appointment today:
Getting the flu vaccine can help keep you well over the winter. Check if you’re eligible and book your appointment today:
Book, change or cancel a free NHS flu vaccination at a pharmacy
Book, change or cancel a free NHS flu vaccination at a pharmacy
www.nhs.uk
December 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Flu cases are rising across London, so now’s the time to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Getting the flu vaccine can help keep you well over the winter. Check if you’re eligible and book your appointment today:
Getting the flu vaccine can help keep you well over the winter. Check if you’re eligible and book your appointment today:
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It’s happening…
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3%*
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
*subject to change.
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3%*
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
*subject to change.
December 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
It’s happening…
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3%*
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
*subject to change.
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3%*
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
*subject to change.
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Therapia Lane has become TfL’s first depot to remove fossil fuel gas usage by upgrading its heating system and installing hundreds of solar panels.
It’s the biggest upgrade in its 27-year history and another way we're making London's transport greener.
It’s the biggest upgrade in its 27-year history and another way we're making London's transport greener.
London’s Therapia Lane trams depot in Croydon makes green transition | RailBusinessDaily
Therapia Lane, where London Trams are based, has become Transport for London’s (TfL) first depot to remove fossil gas usage by upgrading its heating Therapia Lane, where London Trams are based, has be...
news.railbusinessdaily.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Therapia Lane has become TfL’s first depot to remove fossil fuel gas usage by upgrading its heating system and installing hundreds of solar panels.
It’s the biggest upgrade in its 27-year history and another way we're making London's transport greener.
It’s the biggest upgrade in its 27-year history and another way we're making London's transport greener.
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS🚨
Starmer orders investigation into foreign election interference.
🇷🇺 What will this mean for those persistent Russian links to our elections?
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uks-starmer-orders-probe-into-foreign-election-interference-after-ex-reform-2025-12-16/
Starmer orders investigation into foreign election interference.
🇷🇺 What will this mean for those persistent Russian links to our elections?
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uks-starmer-orders-probe-into-foreign-election-interference-after-ex-reform-2025-12-16/
UK's Starmer orders probe into foreign election interference after ex-Reform politician jailed, Times reports
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ordered a probe into foreign election interference after a former senior member of Reform UK was jailed for taking bribes to promote Russian interests in the Eu...
www.reuters.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
🚨 BREAKING NEWS🚨
Starmer orders investigation into foreign election interference.
🇷🇺 What will this mean for those persistent Russian links to our elections?
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uks-starmer-orders-probe-into-foreign-election-interference-after-ex-reform-2025-12-16/
Starmer orders investigation into foreign election interference.
🇷🇺 What will this mean for those persistent Russian links to our elections?
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uks-starmer-orders-probe-into-foreign-election-interference-after-ex-reform-2025-12-16/
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News: Eon has joined Octopus and British Gas in saying it will pass on the full 1 April ‘£150’ cut in energy bills to all customers, including those on fixes.
December 16, 2025 at 12:20 PM
News: Eon has joined Octopus and British Gas in saying it will pass on the full 1 April ‘£150’ cut in energy bills to all customers, including those on fixes.
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For my American friends, let me introduce you to Mr Michael Spicer.
youtu.be/zdUaw4QMTWg?...
youtu.be/zdUaw4QMTWg?...
The Room Next Door - Donald Trump McDonald's Special
YouTube video by Michael Spicer
youtu.be
December 16, 2025 at 12:12 PM
For my American friends, let me introduce you to Mr Michael Spicer.
youtu.be/zdUaw4QMTWg?...
youtu.be/zdUaw4QMTWg?...
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Reform UK Councils
Council Tax increases
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3% TBC
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
Council Tax increases
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3% TBC
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
December 16, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Reform UK Councils
Council Tax increases
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3% TBC
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
Council Tax increases
Durham: 4.9%
Worcestershire: 5-10%
Warwickshire: ~5%
Leicestershire: 3% TBC
Kent: 5%
Lincolnshire: 2.9-4.9%
Staffordshire: ~5%
West Northamptonshire: 5%
Derbyshire: 4.99%
North Northamptonshire: 4.99%
Nottinghamshire: 4.84%
Lancashire: assumed 5%
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YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos have amassed more than a billion views this year, as opportunists attempt to use AI-generated content to profit from political division in the UK
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos viewed 1.2bn times in 2025
Exclusive: More than 150 anonymous channels using cheap AI tools to spread false stories about Keir Starmer, study finds
www.theguardian.com
December 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos have amassed more than a billion views this year, as opportunists attempt to use AI-generated content to profit from political division in the UK
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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HOT OFF THE PRESS: My latest piece on Germany’s energy transition & the heating law.
It already offers a solid path to phase out fossil heating.
What we need: stable funding, better local planning & skilled workers. Cutting complexity instead of endless political debate.
medium.com/@jan.rosenow...
It already offers a solid path to phase out fossil heating.
What we need: stable funding, better local planning & skilled workers. Cutting complexity instead of endless political debate.
medium.com/@jan.rosenow...
German Heating Law: Stability Instead of Perpetual Debate
This is a machine translation of an article Jan Rosenow wrote for Zeitschrift für Wirtschaftspolitik (Journal for Economic Policy). The…
medium.com
December 14, 2025 at 11:42 AM
HOT OFF THE PRESS: My latest piece on Germany’s energy transition & the heating law.
It already offers a solid path to phase out fossil heating.
What we need: stable funding, better local planning & skilled workers. Cutting complexity instead of endless political debate.
medium.com/@jan.rosenow...
It already offers a solid path to phase out fossil heating.
What we need: stable funding, better local planning & skilled workers. Cutting complexity instead of endless political debate.
medium.com/@jan.rosenow...
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This study predicts UK energy spending to halve by 2050, as part of our ‘rush’ to net zero….:) Five years ago I flagged this incredible fact in my book Manifesto - we spend £50 billion a year to bring oil and gas into our country - just to burn it. Good to see it in this study.
buff.ly/OBwYgKG
buff.ly/OBwYgKG
December 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
This study predicts UK energy spending to halve by 2050, as part of our ‘rush’ to net zero….:) Five years ago I flagged this incredible fact in my book Manifesto - we spend £50 billion a year to bring oil and gas into our country - just to burn it. Good to see it in this study.
buff.ly/OBwYgKG
buff.ly/OBwYgKG
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Gold promoting, crypto financed party leader now finds firm he is an ambassador for is being threatened with bankruptcy by @HMRCgovuk over unpaid taxes bit.ly/4abxaaL gold firm says problem was due to an ‘in correct digit’
Gold bar seller promoted by Nigel Farage chased by HMRC
Direct Bullion, which has paid Reform’s leader over £400k, says winding-up petition will be withdrawn
bit.ly
December 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Gold promoting, crypto financed party leader now finds firm he is an ambassador for is being threatened with bankruptcy by @HMRCgovuk over unpaid taxes bit.ly/4abxaaL gold firm says problem was due to an ‘in correct digit’
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Incredible bravery at Bondi beach as a witness wrestles a gun from one of the attackers.
youtu.be/SJtq75x_IWA?...
youtu.be/SJtq75x_IWA?...
Video shows bystander tackling and disarming one of the shooters at Sydney’s Bondi Beach
YouTube video by Al Jazeera English
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December 14, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Incredible bravery at Bondi beach as a witness wrestles a gun from one of the attackers.
youtu.be/SJtq75x_IWA?...
youtu.be/SJtq75x_IWA?...
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This x 1,000,000
December 14, 2025 at 3:08 PM
This x 1,000,000
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Just one final thing - someone filmed some of my departure speech after Monkey Cage last night (I should make it clear no one knew I was going to do it) and it has been put up here - i cannot deny i was very emotional #science #comedy
www.chortle.co.uk/news/2025/12...
www.chortle.co.uk/news/2025/12...
Robin Ince forced to quit Radio 4 over pro-trans views : News 2025 : Chortle : The UK Comedy Guide
Robin Ince forced to quit Radio 4 over pro-trans views - Comic leaves Infinite Monkey Cage after pressure from bosses
www.chortle.co.uk
December 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Just one final thing - someone filmed some of my departure speech after Monkey Cage last night (I should make it clear no one knew I was going to do it) and it has been put up here - i cannot deny i was very emotional #science #comedy
www.chortle.co.uk/news/2025/12...
www.chortle.co.uk/news/2025/12...
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Meanwhile Robin Ince genuinely has been cancelled for daring to voice his opinions and for defending trans people.
Where's the outrage from the "cancel culture" lot?
What are the Free Speech Union doing to help him?
Where's the outrage from the "cancel culture" lot?
What are the Free Speech Union doing to help him?
Robin Ince reveals to last night’s audience at a recording of Infinite Monkey Cage that the BBC has forced him to resign over his support of trans people
December 13, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Meanwhile Robin Ince genuinely has been cancelled for daring to voice his opinions and for defending trans people.
Where's the outrage from the "cancel culture" lot?
What are the Free Speech Union doing to help him?
Where's the outrage from the "cancel culture" lot?
What are the Free Speech Union doing to help him?
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YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos viewed 1.2bn times in 2025
YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos viewed 1.2bn times in 2025
Exclusive: More than 150 anonymous channels using cheap AI tools to spread false stories about Keir Starmer, study finds
YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos have amassed more than a billion views this year, as opportunists attempt to use AI-generated content to profit from political division in the UK.
More than 150 channels have been detected in the last year that promote anti-Labour narratives, as well as outright fake and inflammatory accusations about Keir Starmer. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 13, 2025 at 5:04 PM
YouTube channels spreading fake, anti-Labour videos viewed 1.2bn times in 2025
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Very sad that I felt I had no choice but to resign from The Infinite Monkey Cage - a victory for the transphobes and other bigots - I did it because so much of the media has chosen to believe the kind and empathetic people are a fiction - they are real and so often unrepresented.
December 13, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Very sad that I felt I had no choice but to resign from The Infinite Monkey Cage - a victory for the transphobes and other bigots - I did it because so much of the media has chosen to believe the kind and empathetic people are a fiction - they are real and so often unrepresented.
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