Ludo Stanley
@ludostanley.bsky.social
Ludovic. Angelic Troublemaker, occasional independent academic, disabled, vegan, artist, autistic, Bob Dylan, South Walian, swimmer, extremely Siamese cat friendly! Born Under Punches!
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One neurodivergence, Down syndrome, is rarely spoken of in the neurodivergent literature. “in 1981, the life expectancy of someone with Down syndrome in Ireland was only in the mid-20s, [..] Now, it’s 60 to 70.”
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Living longer, living better: new advances in Down syndrome care
David Clarke has a busy life juggling two jobs. He works three days a week recycling waste at a supermarket in Drogheda, his home town in eastern Ireland. On other days, he takes the hour-long bus rid...
projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
November 20, 2025 at 10:28 PM
One neurodivergence, Down syndrome, is rarely spoken of in the neurodivergent literature. “in 1981, the life expectancy of someone with Down syndrome in Ireland was only in the mid-20s, [..] Now, it’s 60 to 70.”
projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/en/horizon-m...
projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/en/horizon-m...
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GOOD NEWS! Researchers have unveiled a promising new vaccine that generates a powerful immune response against HIV and other viruses including SARS-CoV-2 and influenza with just ONE dose. By combining immune-boosting adjuvants, the vaccine encourages the body to generate more antibody variations.
September 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
GOOD NEWS! Researchers have unveiled a promising new vaccine that generates a powerful immune response against HIV and other viruses including SARS-CoV-2 and influenza with just ONE dose. By combining immune-boosting adjuvants, the vaccine encourages the body to generate more antibody variations.
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#BREAKING: FLOTILLA UNDER ATTACK
Israeli drones are attacking the Global Sumud Flotilla with explosive devices and chemical weapons.
This is a peaceful civilian-humanitarian mission, attempting to deliver Aid, now under direct Israeli assault.
#GlobalSumudFlotilla UnderAttack
#FreePalestine
Israeli drones are attacking the Global Sumud Flotilla with explosive devices and chemical weapons.
This is a peaceful civilian-humanitarian mission, attempting to deliver Aid, now under direct Israeli assault.
#GlobalSumudFlotilla UnderAttack
#FreePalestine
September 23, 2025 at 11:32 PM
#BREAKING: FLOTILLA UNDER ATTACK
Israeli drones are attacking the Global Sumud Flotilla with explosive devices and chemical weapons.
This is a peaceful civilian-humanitarian mission, attempting to deliver Aid, now under direct Israeli assault.
#GlobalSumudFlotilla UnderAttack
#FreePalestine
Israeli drones are attacking the Global Sumud Flotilla with explosive devices and chemical weapons.
This is a peaceful civilian-humanitarian mission, attempting to deliver Aid, now under direct Israeli assault.
#GlobalSumudFlotilla UnderAttack
#FreePalestine
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GOOD NEWS! Researchers have revealed a synthetic glycosystem -a sugar-coated polymer nanoparticle- that can BLOCK SARS-CoV-2 from infecting human cells, REDUCING infection rates by NEARLY 99%. Acting as a decoy, the molecule BINDS to the spike protein, PREVENTING it from attaching to real cells.
August 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
GOOD NEWS! Researchers have revealed a synthetic glycosystem -a sugar-coated polymer nanoparticle- that can BLOCK SARS-CoV-2 from infecting human cells, REDUCING infection rates by NEARLY 99%. Acting as a decoy, the molecule BINDS to the spike protein, PREVENTING it from attaching to real cells.
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You've probably seen news recently about the Israeli military deliberately targeting Palestinian civilians seeking food and water at aid sites.
Because it's difficult to truly grasp how often these war crimes are taking place, here is a thread of some distinct incidents since June 1. 🧵
Because it's difficult to truly grasp how often these war crimes are taking place, here is a thread of some distinct incidents since June 1. 🧵
July 20, 2025 at 11:18 PM
You've probably seen news recently about the Israeli military deliberately targeting Palestinian civilians seeking food and water at aid sites.
Because it's difficult to truly grasp how often these war crimes are taking place, here is a thread of some distinct incidents since June 1. 🧵
Because it's difficult to truly grasp how often these war crimes are taking place, here is a thread of some distinct incidents since June 1. 🧵
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Houthis in Yemen launch another missile at Israel to pressure them to end war on Gaza - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/houthis-yemen-launch-another-missile-israel-pressure-them-end-war-gaza
Houthis in Yemen launch another missile at Israel to pressure them to end war on Gaza
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<p>The missile was intercepted by the Israeli military.</p>
<p>The Houthis have been launching missiles at Israel in order to pressure the country to end its assault and aid blockade on Gaza.</p>
<p>Since 18 March, when Israel broke a ceasefire agreement, the Houthis in Yemen have launched 48 ballistic missiles and a minimum of 11 drones at Israel, according to The Times of Israel.</p>
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June 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Houthis in Yemen launch another missile at Israel to pressure them to end war on Gaza - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/houthis-yemen-launch-another-missile-israel-pressure-them-end-war-gaza
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For the July/August issue of @motherjones.com, I dived into Elon Musk's relationship with Aspie supremacy and how it's promoted online. This ideology, coined by the late autistic blogger Mel Baggs, also dehumanizes autistic people with high support needs. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
The 4chan-coded ideology behind Elon Musk's war on normies
Musk thinks autism makes him superhuman. Just don't call it that.
www.motherjones.com
June 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
For the July/August issue of @motherjones.com, I dived into Elon Musk's relationship with Aspie supremacy and how it's promoted online. This ideology, coined by the late autistic blogger Mel Baggs, also dehumanizes autistic people with high support needs. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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Bob Dylan wishing Tracy Chapman a happy birthday today. Photo likely from 1988.
She opened for him at five shows in 1988, and once in 1990: bobserve.com/onthebill?id...
Tracy performed together with Dylan three times in '88, and at the '92 30th Anniversary celebration: bobserve.com/musician?id=...
She opened for him at five shows in 1988, and once in 1990: bobserve.com/onthebill?id...
Tracy performed together with Dylan three times in '88, and at the '92 30th Anniversary celebration: bobserve.com/musician?id=...
March 30, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Bob Dylan wishing Tracy Chapman a happy birthday today. Photo likely from 1988.
She opened for him at five shows in 1988, and once in 1990: bobserve.com/onthebill?id...
Tracy performed together with Dylan three times in '88, and at the '92 30th Anniversary celebration: bobserve.com/musician?id=...
She opened for him at five shows in 1988, and once in 1990: bobserve.com/onthebill?id...
Tracy performed together with Dylan three times in '88, and at the '92 30th Anniversary celebration: bobserve.com/musician?id=...
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“In wild open spaces, on downs or flat marshlands, hares play their springtime games.
Often they race at full speed, flipping up sprays of dew as they go; jumping on each other, shaking free and speeding away again”
Writer: EL Grant Watson
Artist: CF Tunnicliffe
Often they race at full speed, flipping up sprays of dew as they go; jumping on each other, shaking free and speeding away again”
Writer: EL Grant Watson
Artist: CF Tunnicliffe
March 16, 2025 at 7:36 PM
“In wild open spaces, on downs or flat marshlands, hares play their springtime games.
Often they race at full speed, flipping up sprays of dew as they go; jumping on each other, shaking free and speeding away again”
Writer: EL Grant Watson
Artist: CF Tunnicliffe
Often they race at full speed, flipping up sprays of dew as they go; jumping on each other, shaking free and speeding away again”
Writer: EL Grant Watson
Artist: CF Tunnicliffe
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There is an alternative to the government's cruelty: treat disabled people with care, dignity and respect.
My piece for @mirror.co.uk
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
My piece for @mirror.co.uk
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
'Slashing disability benefits is a cruel political choice', writes Jeremy Corbyn
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn argues none of the cuts announced today are necessary - and the government should tax the super-rich instead
www.mirror.co.uk
March 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
There is an alternative to the government's cruelty: treat disabled people with care, dignity and respect.
My piece for @mirror.co.uk
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
My piece for @mirror.co.uk
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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In under 24 hours, Israel has massacred over 400 people in Gaza — including 174 children.
Words of condemnation ring hollow.
The UK government must end ALL arms sales, trade & diplomatic ties with a state facing genocide charges at the ICJ & leaders under ICC arrest warrants.
Words of condemnation ring hollow.
The UK government must end ALL arms sales, trade & diplomatic ties with a state facing genocide charges at the ICJ & leaders under ICC arrest warrants.
March 18, 2025 at 4:28 PM
In under 24 hours, Israel has massacred over 400 people in Gaza — including 174 children.
Words of condemnation ring hollow.
The UK government must end ALL arms sales, trade & diplomatic ties with a state facing genocide charges at the ICJ & leaders under ICC arrest warrants.
Words of condemnation ring hollow.
The UK government must end ALL arms sales, trade & diplomatic ties with a state facing genocide charges at the ICJ & leaders under ICC arrest warrants.
Hero! 🇵🇸🇸🇩
JUST IN: 🇵🇸 Pro-Palestine protestor gets chased off stage after interrupting the Super Bowl halftime show.
February 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Hero! 🇵🇸🇸🇩
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🚨Climate crisis comes home: The worst flooding in four years is hitting South Wales, where my mum lives. Pontypridd and surrounding areas have been hit especially hard. Some families and businesses have only just finished repairing the damage from Storm Dennis in 2020.
People bail out flooded homes with bins in 'utterly heart-breaking' scenes
Rest centres have been set up to help support people who have been impacted by the conditions
www.walesonline.co.uk
November 24, 2024 at 3:32 PM
🚨Climate crisis comes home: The worst flooding in four years is hitting South Wales, where my mum lives. Pontypridd and surrounding areas have been hit especially hard. Some families and businesses have only just finished repairing the damage from Storm Dennis in 2020.
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ICC arrest warrants: What are Netanyahu and Gallant accused of? - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/what-are-benjamin-netanyahu-and-yoav-gallant-accused
ICC arrest warrants: What are Netanyahu and Gallant accused of?
Court issues arrests warrants for Israelis over war crime of starvation and the crimes against humanity of murder and persecution
www.middleeasteye.net
November 21, 2024 at 10:11 PM
ICC arrest warrants: What are Netanyahu and Gallant accused of? - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/what-are-benjamin-netanyahu-and-yoav-gallant-accused
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Is it true Palestinian accounts are getting banned on here? Let’s make some noise about that if that’s the case!
November 15, 2024 at 9:53 PM
Is it true Palestinian accounts are getting banned on here? Let’s make some noise about that if that’s the case!
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Isn’t it somewhat ableist to assume that all autistic people have the cognitive resources to engage in masking?
November 19, 2024 at 11:29 AM
Isn’t it somewhat ableist to assume that all autistic people have the cognitive resources to engage in masking?
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A particularly haunting My Own Version of You last night in London: m.youtube.com/watch?v=fwbN...
Bob Dylan - My Own Version of You + To Be Alone with You - London 14.11.2024
YouTube video by GCBlom
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November 15, 2024 at 9:12 PM
A particularly haunting My Own Version of You last night in London: m.youtube.com/watch?v=fwbN...
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Exploring the impact of climate change through the lens of humour and art, by Rohan Chakravarty (www.greenhumour.com) ‘Green Humour’ comics are a beacon of creativity and awareness. From wisecracking animals to satirical takes on government failures, these cartoons offer a unique perspective.
September 26, 2023 at 2:48 PM
Exploring the impact of climate change through the lens of humour and art, by Rohan Chakravarty (www.greenhumour.com) ‘Green Humour’ comics are a beacon of creativity and awareness. From wisecracking animals to satirical takes on government failures, these cartoons offer a unique perspective.
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As time runs out, inaction is leading to global boiling and catastrophic climate and environmental consequences. In the face of such a crisis, civil disobedience by scientists is justified. We must #UniteAgainstClimateFailure #ClimateEmergency #SciRebIND
August 17, 2023 at 3:54 PM
As time runs out, inaction is leading to global boiling and catastrophic climate and environmental consequences. In the face of such a crisis, civil disobedience by scientists is justified. We must #UniteAgainstClimateFailure #ClimateEmergency #SciRebIND
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Several flu viruses were driven to extinction in March 2020 due to Covid closures and social distancing. Expert panel advises WHO to remove their components from flu shots:
www.statnews.com/2023/09/29/w...
www.statnews.com/2023/09/29/w...
WHO recommends dropping component of many flu vaccines
The WHO has recommended dropping a component of many flu vaccines because the viruses it protects against appear to have been driven into extinction in the Covid pandemic.
www.statnews.com
September 29, 2023 at 2:51 PM
Several flu viruses were driven to extinction in March 2020 due to Covid closures and social distancing. Expert panel advises WHO to remove their components from flu shots:
www.statnews.com/2023/09/29/w...
www.statnews.com/2023/09/29/w...
Wow! Amazing!
Bob Dylan played guitar and teamed up with The Heartbreakers for a surprise performance at Farm Aid.
Bob Dylan plays surprise set with The Heartbreakers at Farm Aid
Bob Dylan made a surprise guest appearance at Farm Aid, where he performed "Maggie's Farm," "Positively 4th Street," and "Ballad of a Thin Man."
consequence.net
September 24, 2023 at 12:53 PM
Wow! Amazing!
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love this anecdote about Bernie Worrell from Pitchfork's new Talking Heads feature
September 21, 2023 at 4:35 PM
love this anecdote about Bernie Worrell from Pitchfork's new Talking Heads feature