Maid Mercian
@maid-mercian.bsky.social
"And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane, by those who couldn't hear the music." Friedrich Nietzsche
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Ungluing the EU-Germany overrides the European Commission-now thrust into sharper focus since the weekend & unprecedented gains for AfD in German polls taps growing Euroscepticism & making the UK's Rejoin movement appear out of step with an EU that no longer exists.
www.euractiv.com/news/reveale...
www.euractiv.com/news/reveale...
Revealed: Berlin's plan for 'sidelined' EU foreign service | Euractiv
Read the German proposal for the EEAS and Kaja Kallas in full
www.euractiv.com
September 7, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Ungluing the EU-Germany overrides the European Commission-now thrust into sharper focus since the weekend & unprecedented gains for AfD in German polls taps growing Euroscepticism & making the UK's Rejoin movement appear out of step with an EU that no longer exists.
www.euractiv.com/news/reveale...
www.euractiv.com/news/reveale...
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Tomorrow Belongs to Them!🫢
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt will elect a new state parliament tomorrow-the far-right AfD party may well win outright & gain control over state schools-police & intelligence service-blowing apart the so-called 'firewall' to keep the AfD out of power.
youtu.be/_tUctFu46_c?...
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt will elect a new state parliament tomorrow-the far-right AfD party may well win outright & gain control over state schools-police & intelligence service-blowing apart the so-called 'firewall' to keep the AfD out of power.
youtu.be/_tUctFu46_c?...
Tomorrow Belongs to Me - Cabaret
YouTube video by Sean Scott
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September 5, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Tomorrow Belongs to Them!🫢
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt will elect a new state parliament tomorrow-the far-right AfD party may well win outright & gain control over state schools-police & intelligence service-blowing apart the so-called 'firewall' to keep the AfD out of power.
youtu.be/_tUctFu46_c?...
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt will elect a new state parliament tomorrow-the far-right AfD party may well win outright & gain control over state schools-police & intelligence service-blowing apart the so-called 'firewall' to keep the AfD out of power.
youtu.be/_tUctFu46_c?...
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Defeat by Iran has finally driven JD Vance over the edge into total insanity.
It's well documented that acute psychosis can be caused by unbearable stress.
The United States leadership is a psychiatric emergency 'walking amongst us'-It's Round the B-End Times!🤪
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
It's well documented that acute psychosis can be caused by unbearable stress.
The United States leadership is a psychiatric emergency 'walking amongst us'-It's Round the B-End Times!🤪
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
Vance says the Antichrist ‘may be walking among us’ and defends Trump’s AI Jesus post
Discussing his spiritual beliefs with Christian podcaster Bryce Crawford, Vance also defended President Trump’s AI Jesus post from earlier this year
www.independent.co.uk
September 4, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Defeat by Iran has finally driven JD Vance over the edge into total insanity.
It's well documented that acute psychosis can be caused by unbearable stress.
The United States leadership is a psychiatric emergency 'walking amongst us'-It's Round the B-End Times!🤪
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
It's well documented that acute psychosis can be caused by unbearable stress.
The United States leadership is a psychiatric emergency 'walking amongst us'-It's Round the B-End Times!🤪
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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September 4, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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This Day-3 September is the anniversary of Cromwell's victories-Battle of Dunbar(1650) Battle of Worcester(1651) defeat of the Scottish Royalist army that ended the War of the Three Kingdoms-(Third English Civil War) & the death of Oliver himself (1658).
The English Revolution changed the world.
The English Revolution changed the world.
September 3, 2026 at 5:39 PM
This Day-3 September is the anniversary of Cromwell's victories-Battle of Dunbar(1650) Battle of Worcester(1651) defeat of the Scottish Royalist army that ended the War of the Three Kingdoms-(Third English Civil War) & the death of Oliver himself (1658).
The English Revolution changed the world.
The English Revolution changed the world.
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The Battle of Worcester was a stunning victory against the attempted Royalist counteroffensive. For students of early modern history here is an in depth account of events.
www.worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/batt...
www.worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/batt...
Battle of Worcester - Cromwell's last victory - The World Turned Upside Down
The last major battle of the British Civil Wars was fought in and around the city of Worcester on 3 September 1651. With the 375th anniversary of this
www.worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk
September 3, 2026 at 6:14 PM
The Battle of Worcester was a stunning victory against the attempted Royalist counteroffensive. For students of early modern history here is an in depth account of events.
www.worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/batt...
www.worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/podcast/batt...
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The symbiotic relationship between global capitalism & climate crisis has been illustrated in the catastrophic glacier collapse in Nepal & Tibet this week. It's through that lens we need to view NATO expansionism-the ecocidal militarised economies of the US, UK & EU & join up all those dots.
August 30, 2026 at 8:10 AM
The symbiotic relationship between global capitalism & climate crisis has been illustrated in the catastrophic glacier collapse in Nepal & Tibet this week. It's through that lens we need to view NATO expansionism-the ecocidal militarised economies of the US, UK & EU & join up all those dots.
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I'm pleased with the Iceland referendum vote because I think it is the wisest outcome. We can anticipate grumbling from those who struggle with the concept of democracy-as happened in the UK in 2016 & ever since-but that is just a hallmark of the EU neoliberal mindset.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Iceland votes against restarting talks on joining EU
Broadcaster RUV reports that 52.8% of voters rejected the government's proposal to resume talks.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 30, 2026 at 12:19 PM
I'm pleased with the Iceland referendum vote because I think it is the wisest outcome. We can anticipate grumbling from those who struggle with the concept of democracy-as happened in the UK in 2016 & ever since-but that is just a hallmark of the EU neoliberal mindset.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Breaking News: The prime minister has addressed the price of a Freddo chocolate bar-stating the cost of living is “at the top of my mind”.
The frog-shaped chocolate bar now costs 39p-compared to just 10p back in 2005.
Burnham can judge things of enormity if he really puts the top of his mind to it🐸
The frog-shaped chocolate bar now costs 39p-compared to just 10p back in 2005.
Burnham can judge things of enormity if he really puts the top of his mind to it🐸
August 29, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Breaking News: The prime minister has addressed the price of a Freddo chocolate bar-stating the cost of living is “at the top of my mind”.
The frog-shaped chocolate bar now costs 39p-compared to just 10p back in 2005.
Burnham can judge things of enormity if he really puts the top of his mind to it🐸
The frog-shaped chocolate bar now costs 39p-compared to just 10p back in 2005.
Burnham can judge things of enormity if he really puts the top of his mind to it🐸
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At a time in England's history when the brainwashed are presented as 'heroes' & corrupt gangsters pose as 'leaders' here is a story of a genuine hero & a role model for our children and for ourselves. A shining inspiration in these troubled times.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Volunteer 'written off' by doctors publishes first book
Jack Marshall shares his story in the book The Boy Who Can't Smile, about his experience growing up.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 27, 2026 at 8:09 AM
At a time in England's history when the brainwashed are presented as 'heroes' & corrupt gangsters pose as 'leaders' here is a story of a genuine hero & a role model for our children and for ourselves. A shining inspiration in these troubled times.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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On the face of it, Dolly Parton might seem like someone I'd normally pay scant attention to-but the truth is the complete opposite.
Books and covers come to mind-but I 'judge' her to be a feminist icon-great singer, songwriter & musician & a very intelligent woman both intellectually & emotionally.
Books and covers come to mind-but I 'judge' her to be a feminist icon-great singer, songwriter & musician & a very intelligent woman both intellectually & emotionally.
August 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM
On the face of it, Dolly Parton might seem like someone I'd normally pay scant attention to-but the truth is the complete opposite.
Books and covers come to mind-but I 'judge' her to be a feminist icon-great singer, songwriter & musician & a very intelligent woman both intellectually & emotionally.
Books and covers come to mind-but I 'judge' her to be a feminist icon-great singer, songwriter & musician & a very intelligent woman both intellectually & emotionally.
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Sad to hear of the passing of Dolly Parton today-an artist whose talents I have admired for decades & who was much more than just a great country singer. Dolly was a humanitarian with a generous spirit and a self determination that meant the she was nobody's fool, Respect.
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Dolly Parton - Coat Of Many Colors | Live in London (subtitulado al español)
YouTube video by Leo Tzi
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August 25, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Sad to hear of the passing of Dolly Parton today-an artist whose talents I have admired for decades & who was much more than just a great country singer. Dolly was a humanitarian with a generous spirit and a self determination that meant the she was nobody's fool, Respect.
youtu.be/iaio7f3TR_U?...
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BREAKING: The jury has refused to convict any of the present defendants in the second trial of the Filton 25.
After more than 38 hours, the jury in the second trial of the Filton 25 has refused them.
After more than 38 hours, the jury in the second trial of the Filton 25 has refused them.
August 19, 2026 at 1:06 PM
BREAKING: The jury has refused to convict any of the present defendants in the second trial of the Filton 25.
After more than 38 hours, the jury in the second trial of the Filton 25 has refused them.
After more than 38 hours, the jury in the second trial of the Filton 25 has refused them.
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Following the rigged 'Filton 6' failed retrial in May & yesterday's news that Judge Altham at Preston Crown Court ruled that a 'terrorist connection' will not be added to criminal damage convictions of the 'Barclays 5'-the pushback against police state bogus 'Terrorism' trumped-up charges solidify.
August 22, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Following the rigged 'Filton 6' failed retrial in May & yesterday's news that Judge Altham at Preston Crown Court ruled that a 'terrorist connection' will not be added to criminal damage convictions of the 'Barclays 5'-the pushback against police state bogus 'Terrorism' trumped-up charges solidify.
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Top marks to Wetherspoons, bet that's a bit of a shock to some on here, but I líke cheap food & drinks myself so not to me, might even visit more often. Anyway here's a petition worth signing I think.
38d.gs/nzn_
38d.gs/nzn_
Ban the use of Meta glasses in ALL public venues
Meta’s creepy smart glasses can be used to film people without their consent. 😡 Wetherspoons has banned them, now we need every public venue to do the same. Sign the petition 👇
38d.gs
August 13, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Top marks to Wetherspoons, bet that's a bit of a shock to some on here, but I líke cheap food & drinks myself so not to me, might even visit more often. Anyway here's a petition worth signing I think.
38d.gs/nzn_
38d.gs/nzn_
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Meanwhile back in Clacton-On-Sea they may have made the biggest and most stupid collective mistake in history of elected con artists?
August 13, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Meanwhile back in Clacton-On-Sea they may have made the biggest and most stupid collective mistake in history of elected con artists?
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Thankfully my dog is in Dublin, not Longford.
August 11, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Thankfully my dog is in Dublin, not Longford.
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I've never had a Facebook account and never will-my social media options vacillate exclusively between Elon Musk's technofascist X platform and Bluesky bourgeois mediocrity.
I'd say there's no middle ground-but come to think of it-actually there's nothing but middle ground.
I'd say there's no middle ground-but come to think of it-actually there's nothing but middle ground.
August 11, 2026 at 12:25 PM
I've never had a Facebook account and never will-my social media options vacillate exclusively between Elon Musk's technofascist X platform and Bluesky bourgeois mediocrity.
I'd say there's no middle ground-but come to think of it-actually there's nothing but middle ground.
I'd say there's no middle ground-but come to think of it-actually there's nothing but middle ground.
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Songs to die for. The First World War had 'It's a Long Way to Tipperary'; Second World War had 'The White Cliffs of Dover' so why should the Third World War be left out? 'Sweet Home Alabama' dancing to the end of Trump's Fourth Reich.
youtu.be/Jrg0X9H6FGU?...
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Leningrad Cowboys Red Army Choir SWEET HOME ALABAMA
YouTube video by Ron Rebideau
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August 12, 2026 at 10:46 AM
Songs to die for. The First World War had 'It's a Long Way to Tipperary'; Second World War had 'The White Cliffs of Dover' so why should the Third World War be left out? 'Sweet Home Alabama' dancing to the end of Trump's Fourth Reich.
youtu.be/Jrg0X9H6FGU?...
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I just wrote a @stopburningtrees.bsky.social letter: Stop Lynemouth's Permit to Pollute: No Special Treatment for Billionaires or Biomass. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/stop...
Stop Lynemouth's Permit to Pollute: No Special Treatment for Billionaires or Biomass
Just a few weeks ago the Government signed a £1.1bn deal agreeing new subsidies with Lynemouth, the UK’s sixth largest polluter. Just like Drax, Lynemouth burns trees from precious forests around the ...
actionnetwork.org
August 11, 2026 at 11:48 AM
I just wrote a @stopburningtrees.bsky.social letter: Stop Lynemouth's Permit to Pollute: No Special Treatment for Billionaires or Biomass. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/stop...
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As birth rates fall western welfare systems will collapse without immigration.
The Clacton By-Election is a reminder that Reform voters are literally voting to abolish their own pensions & for medieval poverty levels in old age-without monks or nuns to care for them.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
The Clacton By-Election is a reminder that Reform voters are literally voting to abolish their own pensions & for medieval poverty levels in old age-without monks or nuns to care for them.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
The West’s Demographic Math No Longer Adds Up
An intergenerational bargain that boosted prosperity is falling apart.
www.politico.com
August 11, 2026 at 7:40 AM
As birth rates fall western welfare systems will collapse without immigration.
The Clacton By-Election is a reminder that Reform voters are literally voting to abolish their own pensions & for medieval poverty levels in old age-without monks or nuns to care for them.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
The Clacton By-Election is a reminder that Reform voters are literally voting to abolish their own pensions & for medieval poverty levels in old age-without monks or nuns to care for them.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
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Where I was on this day 15 years ago. Capturing the penultimate gig by the original Pentangle at Cambridge Folk Festival 2August 2011.
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Pentangle Cambridge Folk Festival 2011 - Hunting Song
YouTube video by AaranAardvark
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August 2, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Where I was on this day 15 years ago. Capturing the penultimate gig by the original Pentangle at Cambridge Folk Festival 2August 2011.
youtu.be/jOEiFCbSYxo?...
youtu.be/jOEiFCbSYxo?...
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The use of AI assisted mind control the apogee of the nudging trade is not in my view very interesting.
What interests me is the immunity to these forms of operant conditioning, whereby targeted propaganda becomes the proverbial 'water off a duck's back'-the psychological self-defence 5th dan.
What interests me is the immunity to these forms of operant conditioning, whereby targeted propaganda becomes the proverbial 'water off a duck's back'-the psychological self-defence 5th dan.
August 1, 2026 at 10:08 AM
The use of AI assisted mind control the apogee of the nudging trade is not in my view very interesting.
What interests me is the immunity to these forms of operant conditioning, whereby targeted propaganda becomes the proverbial 'water off a duck's back'-the psychological self-defence 5th dan.
What interests me is the immunity to these forms of operant conditioning, whereby targeted propaganda becomes the proverbial 'water off a duck's back'-the psychological self-defence 5th dan.
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It is my intent to post some of these videos on Bluesky-sorry about that.
Czech Folk Music by Jana Vébrová: Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Festival 2015-Recorded at The Redhouse-Merthyr Tydfil 16 May 2015.
youtu.be/yUxPCMkU6Kk?...
Czech Folk Music by Jana Vébrová: Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Festival 2015-Recorded at The Redhouse-Merthyr Tydfil 16 May 2015.
youtu.be/yUxPCMkU6Kk?...
Czech Folk Music by Jana Vébrová Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Festival 2015
YouTube video by AaranAardvark
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July 29, 2026 at 12:23 PM
It is my intent to post some of these videos on Bluesky-sorry about that.
Czech Folk Music by Jana Vébrová: Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Festival 2015-Recorded at The Redhouse-Merthyr Tydfil 16 May 2015.
youtu.be/yUxPCMkU6Kk?...
Czech Folk Music by Jana Vébrová: Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Festival 2015-Recorded at The Redhouse-Merthyr Tydfil 16 May 2015.
youtu.be/yUxPCMkU6Kk?...