Boston marathon: NI runner helps competitor after collapse Two runners go viral for helping carry exhausted man over the finish line.

Great effort by all three runners who still finished the #BostonMarathon in 2:45.
Wonderful sportsmanship & humanity.

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We haven't seen budget decisions like this since Joe Hockey in 2014 As far as tough budget decisions go, we haven't seen anything on this scale since Joe Hockey's ill-fated 2014 effort.

Minister Butler- the detail, that very acutely affects the quality of life of 100’s thousands of Australians, will be where the scrutiny is applied.
Fundamentally the NDIS must remain just, first or it’s credibility & sustainability, won’t matter.
Good luck.

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Why the gas giants stopped gouging After a decade and a half of mostly failed threats from three prime ministers and constant surveillance by the competition regulator, the east coast gas export giants are suddenly putting Australians ...

To borrow a phrase from South Park’s Eric Cartman, I hope a new or more effective Gas Tax is implemented that ‘kicks them right in the nuts’
Hardly the most rational argument but there you go!
#auspol

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All of those spearheads played in the Grand Final in their year of that feat - except Sav.
Are the Cats good enough?
#AFL
#AFL

Great win Roo Boys!
Cam 44 was immense & Paul 25 amazing. Genuinely pleased that the Tigers’ 1st Half transition was cut in the 2nd; a sign a great maturity to address an in-game deficiency.
Special shouts to Harry 3, Lukes 9, 11 & 26, George 6 + Jack 27 #AFL
Go Roos!

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If Sec. Hegseth is Jules, who is Brad?
For that matter, is Vincent on the toilet again?

Lachie Neale’s best move: two years as an Eagle, with an option for a third.
Conceivably that 3rd year (2029) could be Finals.
#AFL

'Bit of pain' worth long-term security from Iran, Bessent tells BBC US Treasury Secretary said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.

Sec. Bessant (and Cabinet) colleagues should reflect on the risks thst they are taking: US Tresury Bonds increased from ~3.95% in Feb to >4.4% now.

Debt up. Credibility down.

#Peace

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St Kilda should terminate Lance Collard’s contract.

He has been through this process before; afforded training, education & counselling but, has chosen the same errant path.

#AFL

Am I correct in guessing that Napoleon was the last tyrant that Switzerland called out?
I think #47 would be pleased with that.

Roo clipped high by 'crude hit' from Berry Dylan Stephens receives an ear massage from Jarrod Berry in the marking contest at half-back

Two thongs bemused me out of Saturday’s game:
1. Luke Parker only getting one vote
2. Jarrod Berry not receiving any sanction for this on Dylan Stephens. Had to gecat least Careless-Low impact-High = Reprimand.

#AFL

www.afl.com.au/video/1495277

“It seems to be entirely lost on the government… that Australia’s natural gas does not belong to them.

"Australia's natural gas resource belongs to all Australians."

- Andrew Wilkie MP

Read more about our case for a 25% gas export tax on The Point: https://theaus.in/47SUXdB

Without energy efficiency, the EU would need — and pay — 31% more for energy today.

Since 2000, efficiency has removed 265 Mtoe of demand from the market entirely.

The best protection against a price shock is not finding cheaper oil and gas. It's needing less of it.

Great stuff Hungary 🇭🇺
Really pleased for all of you.
#Democracy

America’s first AI president:
Asinine Intelligence.

The 10 pivotal events that led to the downfall of Essendon and Carlton Essendon and Carlton were once mainstays when it came to the business end of the AFL season. Over the last quarter century, both clubs have fallen on hard times. Here's why.

Great article but miserable reading for Blues & Bombers.
#AFL

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EV sales hit a new record: why drill for oil?
#ClimateChange

Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump - but at a high cost The path to the two-week ceasefire with Iran may have fundamentally altered the way the rest of the world views the US.

Come on @zurch.bsky.social
How can this possibly be described as a ‘partial win’?

Counterintuitive. Despicable. Discrediting. Disgusting. Galling. Humiliating. Illogical. Immoral. Reckless. Subversive. Unedifying. Vile. Vulgar.

Could he have made it any worse?

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For those putting their faith in the 25th Amendment- 197 House & 43 Senate Republicans voted to not Impeach Trump or Not Guilty at the Jan. 6th Impeachment Trial.
A crime that they actually witnessed.

Cooper Trembath: Prolific forward earns Rising Star nod Young forward Cooper Trembath has earned the Telstra AFL Rising Star nomination for Round 4

Great stuff Cooper! Loved the marks against the Blues but more so the tackles. Congratulations
Go Roos!
#AFL

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Thank for the observation & insight @latingle.bsky.social

"You know what's a war crime? Allowing a sick country with demented leadership to have a nuclear weapon," Trump added.
That is a sentiment most people around the globe would agree with …

#peace

From the AFL community on Reddit: Gerard Whateley on why Carlton and the broader AFL community should back Michael Voss in as coach Explore this post and more from the AFL community

Outside of Walsh, Pittonet, Cripps, Smith, Lord, Hewett, Boyd, who at Carlton, on this year’s performances only, deserves their job more than their Coach?

#AFL

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Ben Roberts-Smith: Australian soldier arrested over alleged war crimes Ben Roberts-Smith, who denies all wrongdoing, previously lost a landmark defamation case over the alleged murders.

Whatever perspective you may have of Ben Roberts-Smith, remember that he is subject to the processes of justice.

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Has Cuomo left NYC, as promised, yet?

So easy to love this game when it is Easter Monday, the #AFLHawksCats put on their great 21st Century rivalry and the margin was barely more than a goal for duration.
Bravo! 👏

If anyone at Princes Park thinks that sacking Voss after 4 games in 2026 - and after backing him in August 2025 - is the answer; then I have some choice seafront real estate on the Strait of Hormuz to sell them!
#AFL

I read the #LondonMarathon is looking to host two races in 2027.
I am guessing Women & Men on separate days?
Whatever they come up with it’ll be great to see more places becoming available.

🦘Go Roos!
Can’t get anymore Australian than that.

That’s really cruel and incredibly funny #AFL

#AFLRoosBlues

Inspiring Roos! Fantastic win.

Cooper. George. Dylan. Paul. Colby. Jy. Harry. Luke x 3. Caleb.
One request though- more forward line movement; watch Hawthorn when the ball transitions the Centre.

Enjoy. 🏉🦘

To the Blues: you’re not doing poorly. The tackle count will see you right.