He “whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people.”

— The Declaration of Independence

This is, by some distance, the most unforgivably stupidest thing the government is doing. An easily sellable proposal, which would actually help Brits, and unlocks meaningful negotiation. Irrational and anti-growth.

Hitch-22: A Memoir Shared via Kindle. Description: Over the course of his 60 years, Christopher Hitchens has been a citizen of both the United States and the United Kingdom. He has been both a socialist opposed to the w...

Please take note of these wise words. “If there is anybody known to you who might benefit from a letter or a visit, do not on any account postpone the writing or the making of it. The difference made will almost certainly be more than you have calculated.”

— Hitch 22 by Christopher Hitchens

My watch just said ‘You’ve got this’ so now I have the ick for l everything #apple

🧵SALT🧵
It's been snowing in the UK and the road gritters are out in force, begging the question:
Have you ever wondered where that grit actually COMES from?
The answer is more magical, beautiful and fascinating than you probably realised.
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I wrote this piece for the Guardian on how, as an Englishman, I have made my home in Wales.

Would love your feedback on whether you feel the same.

I had the privilege of directing the Christmas and New Year episodes of Pobol y Cwm this year for @s4c.bsky.social This time of year isn’t always one of goodwill. #pobolycwm #welshwomensaid

Braint oedd cael cyfarwyddo pennodau Nadolig a’r Flwyddyn Newydd o Pobol y Cwm eleni ar gyfer @s4c.bsky.social Mae’n bwysig cofio nad yw’r amser yma o’r flwyddyn wastad yn llawn ewyllys da. #pobolycwm #welshwomensaid

Merry   It’s a word which only comes out at Christmas.   As for the rest of the year, it’s as if it has been packed away in the attic with the decorations and the tinsel, waiting for its own time to shine.   Rarely do we play hell with it. We do not let it loose for birthdays or anniversaries; only in error does it intrude on the happiness of a new year.   But at Christmas, it emerges blinking into the light, red-cheeked and perky, in a perfect state of mild inebriation, writing itself into Christmas cards,   greeting friends on doorsteps, embracing family before they take off their shoes, warming strangers on icy pavements. Merry Christmas, we say. Merry Christmas. Brian Bilston

Here’s a poem called ‘Merry’.

When you think it’s home time but there’s still 40 minutes to go.

Penblwydd hapus @rebeccatrehearn.bsky.social ti yw’r gore.

Faced with Trump and Farage, Britain’s natural ally is Europe | William Keegan The Labour party’s determination to stick to Brexit simply condemns the UK to fight a lone hand against the far-right forces ranged against it

“..This govt should mount a full attack on Farage and what he stands for. In the long run it would be beneficial for the nation and Labour’s own prospects. By bowing to Reform’s prejudices on immigration with dog whistle signals, ministers do themselves no good.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...

Penblwydd hapus, Bex.

Dad, taking over as Black Sabbath’s new front man. Definitely in better shape (and voice) than both Ozzy and Ronnie James-Dio. #birmingham #blacksabbath #heavymetal

Funny cartoon of a person saying to the grim reaper “I’ve gotta check with work first”. Illustration drawn in simplistic line art style. By Amii Illustrates.

Channel 4 (@channel4tv.bsky.social) Channel 4 Altogether Different since 1982. Difference starts conversations, it makes us laugh, makes us feel. It triggers change.

Beware if you want to catch up with Bake off on channel4tv.bsky.social because some dimwit at the channel has put the faces of the three finalists on the app. 🤦🏻

Texas Bans Sale Of Luggage To Pregnant Women AUSTIN, TX—In a sweeping prohibition with immediate implications for the Lone Star State’s potential mothers-to-be, Texas banned the sale of luggage to pregnant women Monday. “With this law, we ensure...

Fuck theonion.com/texas-bans-s...

'Britain's Deeply Unfair Two-Party Electoral System is Dying and MPs Know It' Startling new research reveals that this year's General Election was the 'most disproportionate ever' with millions of votes wasted

🔴‘Britain’s Deeply Unfair Two-Party Electoral System is Dying and MPs Know It’

Startling new research reveals that this year’s General Election was the ‘most disproportionate ever’ with millions of votes wasted, reports @josiah.writes.news

bylinetimes.com/2024/12/10/b...

A horse walks into a bar and the bartender says "beer?"
The horse says "I think not" and then vanishes*

* This is a reference to the quote "I think, therefore I am," which maybe I should've mentioned at the start of the joke (but that would've been putting Descartes before the horse)

Thanks to a diversion for this shot.

Aber…keep away from the prom!

This came through (as I was driving past Dolgellau) with an alert sound so alarming it nearly sent me off the road.

Tesla Named 'Deadliest Car Brand in America' in Bombshell Car Safety Study Tesla has been named the "deadliest" car brand after an analysis of vehicle fatality rates determined the brand to have the most fatal crashes per mile.

“Tesla has been named the "deadliest" car brand after an analysis of vehicle fatality rates determined the brand had the highest number of fatal crashes per mile.”

Maris Piper* 🙄

A potato sends his daughters to find a husband. Charlotte says I’m going to marry a Mary Piper.”Father potato is delighted. Desiree says, “I’m going to marry a King Edward.” “How about you, Lisetta?” “I’m going to marry John Motson.” Father says, “You can’t marry him, he’s just a common…tayta.”

Norm McDonald - Moth Joke [napisy PL] YouTube video by StandUpy PoPolskuPowróciły

Too long to write, but this might just be the greatest Dad Joke of all time…

youtu.be/jJN9mBRX3uo?...

Today Guardian and Observer journalists are on strike over plans to sell the Observer to a loss-making digital start up and put its journalism behind a paywall. 🧵

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Festival Review: Abertoir Choice Cuts 2024 (The International Horror Festival of Wales) - Screensphere Abertoir's Choice Cuts was a welcome addition to Wales' Horror Festival and delivered some memorable treats for horror enthusiasts.

A little write-up of the horror treats screened by @abertoirfest.bsky.social as part of their online programme.

It's refreshing to write about a film fest still offering an online programme after COVID - round of applause from me in @soundspheremag.bsky.social

screensphere.co.uk/reviews/film...