@thethermalvest.bsky.social
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The utter shamelessness of Kemi Badenoch boasting at Conservative party conference about 'defending press freedom' and berating Reform for banning critical journalists from their conference, just days after banning Byline Times journalists from her own
October 6, 2026 at 8:57 AM
The utter shamelessness of Kemi Badenoch boasting at Conservative party conference about 'defending press freedom' and berating Reform for banning critical journalists from their conference, just days after banning Byline Times journalists from her own
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#OTD 6 Oct 1917 civil rights and women's rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer was born in Mississippi. She defied arrests, white supremacists, and police to vote, then organised to register thousands of other Black people to vote across the South stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/1066...
October 6, 2026 at 5:55 PM
#OTD 6 Oct 1917 civil rights and women's rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer was born in Mississippi. She defied arrests, white supremacists, and police to vote, then organised to register thousands of other Black people to vote across the South stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/1066...
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New YouGov. Trump unpopularity in Europe:
Denmark: -91%
Germany: -78%
Italy: -76%
UK: -75%
Spain: -74%
France: -67%
And it’s getting worse.
Denmark: -91%
Germany: -78%
Italy: -76%
UK: -75%
Spain: -74%
France: -67%
And it’s getting worse.
October 6, 2026 at 4:56 PM
New YouGov. Trump unpopularity in Europe:
Denmark: -91%
Germany: -78%
Italy: -76%
UK: -75%
Spain: -74%
France: -67%
And it’s getting worse.
Denmark: -91%
Germany: -78%
Italy: -76%
UK: -75%
Spain: -74%
France: -67%
And it’s getting worse.
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'seven women...have told the Guardian they are survivors of domestic abuse carried out by key figures in the anti-immigration street patrol movement. All have chosen to come forward to make the public aware of the patterns of violence behind this new form of activism.'
‘Bully in every way’: domestic abuse survivors say ex-partners behind far-right UK street patrols
Seven women share their stories to make people aware of patterns of violence behind anti-immigration street patrol movement
www.theguardian.com
October 6, 2026 at 6:48 AM
'seven women...have told the Guardian they are survivors of domestic abuse carried out by key figures in the anti-immigration street patrol movement. All have chosen to come forward to make the public aware of the patterns of violence behind this new form of activism.'
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Sarah Pochin raised "concerns" in parliament about the impact of second homes on rural communities.
Two days later she purchased an £800,000 second home on Anglesey.
Remarkable stuff.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Two days later she purchased an £800,000 second home on Anglesey.
Remarkable stuff.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Reform MP raises concerns about second homes – then buys one for £800,000
Sarah Pochin bought Anglesey property two days after writing to minister about impact of second homes on rural communities
www.theguardian.com
October 6, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Sarah Pochin raised "concerns" in parliament about the impact of second homes on rural communities.
Two days later she purchased an £800,000 second home on Anglesey.
Remarkable stuff.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Two days later she purchased an £800,000 second home on Anglesey.
Remarkable stuff.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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"Tories to pledge to scrap Environment Agency and Natural England"
The Tories pledged to scrap Natural England in 2010 too. Instead they damaged it so much it's never recovered.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
The Tories pledged to scrap Natural England in 2010 too. Instead they damaged it so much it's never recovered.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Tories to pledge to scrap Environment Agency and Natural England
Shadow chancellor will also promise to scrap affordable homes regulations as part of strategy to refocus on growth
www.theguardian.com
October 5, 2026 at 12:44 PM
"Tories to pledge to scrap Environment Agency and Natural England"
The Tories pledged to scrap Natural England in 2010 too. Instead they damaged it so much it's never recovered.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
The Tories pledged to scrap Natural England in 2010 too. Instead they damaged it so much it's never recovered.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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#Antarctic sea ice extent has now dropped to the lowest on record for this time year...
See more at zacklabe.com/antarctic-se...
See more at zacklabe.com/antarctic-se...
October 5, 2026 at 12:50 PM
#Antarctic sea ice extent has now dropped to the lowest on record for this time year...
See more at zacklabe.com/antarctic-se...
See more at zacklabe.com/antarctic-se...
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Suella Braverman too proud for benefits...
Went to university for free
Studied in Europe using the heavily subsidised Erasmus program
Claimed ALL her rent, energy, council tax bills for at least 5 years
Millions of pounds in expenses claims
She just doesn't call them benefits
Went to university for free
Studied in Europe using the heavily subsidised Erasmus program
Claimed ALL her rent, energy, council tax bills for at least 5 years
Millions of pounds in expenses claims
She just doesn't call them benefits
October 5, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Suella Braverman too proud for benefits...
Went to university for free
Studied in Europe using the heavily subsidised Erasmus program
Claimed ALL her rent, energy, council tax bills for at least 5 years
Millions of pounds in expenses claims
She just doesn't call them benefits
Went to university for free
Studied in Europe using the heavily subsidised Erasmus program
Claimed ALL her rent, energy, council tax bills for at least 5 years
Millions of pounds in expenses claims
She just doesn't call them benefits
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The PM said 'all the options' for our future relationship with Europe are on the table.
Our research shows that only EU membership makes sense.
Newxt week, MPs will debate rejoining the EU. Ask your MP to attend: https://bestforbritain.org/take-action/tell-your-mp-restore-eu-membership/
Our research shows that only EU membership makes sense.
Newxt week, MPs will debate rejoining the EU. Ask your MP to attend: https://bestforbritain.org/take-action/tell-your-mp-restore-eu-membership/
October 5, 2026 at 9:44 AM
The PM said 'all the options' for our future relationship with Europe are on the table.
Our research shows that only EU membership makes sense.
Newxt week, MPs will debate rejoining the EU. Ask your MP to attend: https://bestforbritain.org/take-action/tell-your-mp-restore-eu-membership/
Our research shows that only EU membership makes sense.
Newxt week, MPs will debate rejoining the EU. Ask your MP to attend: https://bestforbritain.org/take-action/tell-your-mp-restore-eu-membership/
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The Starmer achieved nothing brigade are out and about today, I make absolutely no apology for posting these again. This isn't just disrespectful to Starmer but to all the Labour MP's who made this happen in just 2 years, ignoring these achievements is a kick in the face to everyone involved.
October 2, 2026 at 8:50 AM
The Starmer achieved nothing brigade are out and about today, I make absolutely no apology for posting these again. This isn't just disrespectful to Starmer but to all the Labour MP's who made this happen in just 2 years, ignoring these achievements is a kick in the face to everyone involved.
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The Trump administration is providing US government funding to a pro-Brexit lobbying group that seeks to weaken UK climate policy and environmental protections in order to "advance American investment".
All part of their effort to boost the far-right in Europe.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
All part of their effort to boost the far-right in Europe.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
October 2, 2026 at 6:44 AM
The Trump administration is providing US government funding to a pro-Brexit lobbying group that seeks to weaken UK climate policy and environmental protections in order to "advance American investment".
All part of their effort to boost the far-right in Europe.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
All part of their effort to boost the far-right in Europe.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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One of two Labour gains from Reform in Northumberland by-elections yesterday. Too early to know for sure we've passed peak Reform, but another encouraging sign.
Hirst (Northumberland) Council By-Election Result:
🌹 LAB: 50.1% (+7.0)
➡️ RFM: 30.0% (-20.0)
◼️ RES: 10.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 4.1% (-2.8)
🔶 LDM: 3.9% (New)
🙋 Ind: 1.6% (New)
Labour GAIN from Reform UK.
Changes w/ 2025.
🌹 LAB: 50.1% (+7.0)
➡️ RFM: 30.0% (-20.0)
◼️ RES: 10.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 4.1% (-2.8)
🔶 LDM: 3.9% (New)
🙋 Ind: 1.6% (New)
Labour GAIN from Reform UK.
Changes w/ 2025.
October 2, 2026 at 1:20 PM
One of two Labour gains from Reform in Northumberland by-elections yesterday. Too early to know for sure we've passed peak Reform, but another encouraging sign.
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YORKSHIRE POST: Reform UK has had three leaders on Doncaster Council in under a year. Farage admits he’s “not thrilled”, as eight Yorkshire councillors have quit or been suspended since May.
- by Chris Burn
- by Chris Burn
'Not thrilled': Nigel Farage responds to Doncaster Reform group's leadership changes
Nigel Farage has admitted he is “not thrilled” about repeated changes to Doncaster Reform’s leadership and the loss of multiple councillors elsewhere – but played down concerns about the party’s performance in local government by highlighting its record in nearby Lincolnshire.
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk
October 2, 2026 at 3:41 PM
YORKSHIRE POST: Reform UK has had three leaders on Doncaster Council in under a year. Farage admits he’s “not thrilled”, as eight Yorkshire councillors have quit or been suspended since May.
- by Chris Burn
- by Chris Burn
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12 critically endangered Nubian giraffes were relocated from Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park to make way for oil extraction.
As economic priorities increasingly undermine protected areas, how safe is critical biodiversity inside national parks?
Watch more 👉️ mongabay.cc/Conservation...
As economic priorities increasingly undermine protected areas, how safe is critical biodiversity inside national parks?
Watch more 👉️ mongabay.cc/Conservation...
September 30, 2026 at 6:05 PM
12 critically endangered Nubian giraffes were relocated from Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park to make way for oil extraction.
As economic priorities increasingly undermine protected areas, how safe is critical biodiversity inside national parks?
Watch more 👉️ mongabay.cc/Conservation...
As economic priorities increasingly undermine protected areas, how safe is critical biodiversity inside national parks?
Watch more 👉️ mongabay.cc/Conservation...
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Today, 8 years ago, my friend, Saudi Journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered.
October 2, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Today, 8 years ago, my friend, Saudi Journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered.
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Defra is gathering evidence that could shape the future policy on gamebird shooting.
Have your say!
Have you experienced issues such as gamebird collisions, dumped dead birds, illegal traps, suspicious raptor deaths, disturbance, damage or loss of access to land?
For info, visit buff.ly/TGjrkrK
Have your say!
Have you experienced issues such as gamebird collisions, dumped dead birds, illegal traps, suspicious raptor deaths, disturbance, damage or loss of access to land?
For info, visit buff.ly/TGjrkrK
September 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Defra is gathering evidence that could shape the future policy on gamebird shooting.
Have your say!
Have you experienced issues such as gamebird collisions, dumped dead birds, illegal traps, suspicious raptor deaths, disturbance, damage or loss of access to land?
For info, visit buff.ly/TGjrkrK
Have your say!
Have you experienced issues such as gamebird collisions, dumped dead birds, illegal traps, suspicious raptor deaths, disturbance, damage or loss of access to land?
For info, visit buff.ly/TGjrkrK
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By leaving deadwood in community spaces and woods, land managers & councils can provide homes for all sorts of insects, mosses, fungi & lichens, as well as vital bird & bat nesting sites. It's also easy #climateaction, as deadwood locks up carbon for years!
#wildlife #nature #biodiversity
#wildlife #nature #biodiversity
September 28, 2026 at 8:53 PM
By leaving deadwood in community spaces and woods, land managers & councils can provide homes for all sorts of insects, mosses, fungi & lichens, as well as vital bird & bat nesting sites. It's also easy #climateaction, as deadwood locks up carbon for years!
#wildlife #nature #biodiversity
#wildlife #nature #biodiversity
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🏛️ Last chance to see...
We're sadly down to our final few days of Everything and Nothing: What Makes a 220-Year-Old Library.
This has been such a special exhibition at what is a truly historic time for our building, and the response to it has been so wonderful...
We're sadly down to our final few days of Everything and Nothing: What Makes a 220-Year-Old Library.
This has been such a special exhibition at what is a truly historic time for our building, and the response to it has been so wonderful...
September 30, 2026 at 12:05 PM
🏛️ Last chance to see...
We're sadly down to our final few days of Everything and Nothing: What Makes a 220-Year-Old Library.
This has been such a special exhibition at what is a truly historic time for our building, and the response to it has been so wonderful...
We're sadly down to our final few days of Everything and Nothing: What Makes a 220-Year-Old Library.
This has been such a special exhibition at what is a truly historic time for our building, and the response to it has been so wonderful...
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The US has withdrawn from GRECO, the Council of Europe’s anti-corruption watchdog, which it has been a member of since 2000, ABC reports.
Russia and Belarus are the only other countries to have left the group.
Russia and Belarus are the only other countries to have left the group.
September 30, 2026 at 7:56 AM
The US has withdrawn from GRECO, the Council of Europe’s anti-corruption watchdog, which it has been a member of since 2000, ABC reports.
Russia and Belarus are the only other countries to have left the group.
Russia and Belarus are the only other countries to have left the group.
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The before and after it's even more haunting.
September 27, 2026 at 9:19 PM
The before and after it's even more haunting.
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In this week’s voting intention, Labour's lead widens as Reform fall to their lowest in over 18 months.
🌹 LAB 27% (+1)
🌳 CON 22% (-1)
⏩ REF 21% (-1)
🔶 LIB DEM 11% (-)
🟢 GREEN 9% (+1)
⚫ RES: 6% (-)
🟡 SNP 3% (+1)
⚪️ OTH 1% (-)
N = 2,041 | Fieldwork 25-29/9 | Changes w 18/09
🌹 LAB 27% (+1)
🌳 CON 22% (-1)
⏩ REF 21% (-1)
🔶 LIB DEM 11% (-)
🟢 GREEN 9% (+1)
⚫ RES: 6% (-)
🟡 SNP 3% (+1)
⚪️ OTH 1% (-)
N = 2,041 | Fieldwork 25-29/9 | Changes w 18/09
September 30, 2026 at 9:09 AM
In this week’s voting intention, Labour's lead widens as Reform fall to their lowest in over 18 months.
🌹 LAB 27% (+1)
🌳 CON 22% (-1)
⏩ REF 21% (-1)
🔶 LIB DEM 11% (-)
🟢 GREEN 9% (+1)
⚫ RES: 6% (-)
🟡 SNP 3% (+1)
⚪️ OTH 1% (-)
N = 2,041 | Fieldwork 25-29/9 | Changes w 18/09
🌹 LAB 27% (+1)
🌳 CON 22% (-1)
⏩ REF 21% (-1)
🔶 LIB DEM 11% (-)
🟢 GREEN 9% (+1)
⚫ RES: 6% (-)
🟡 SNP 3% (+1)
⚪️ OTH 1% (-)
N = 2,041 | Fieldwork 25-29/9 | Changes w 18/09
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The @telegraph.co.uk decided not to publish our response to Tim Stanley’s 13 September piece, in which he called those organising the EU flags at the Proms “sad sack Remainers”. We believe in open dialogue and free speech, so we’ve published our response here...
#LastNightOfTheProms
#LastNightOfTheProms
September 26, 2026 at 10:32 PM
The @telegraph.co.uk decided not to publish our response to Tim Stanley’s 13 September piece, in which he called those organising the EU flags at the Proms “sad sack Remainers”. We believe in open dialogue and free speech, so we’ve published our response here...
#LastNightOfTheProms
#LastNightOfTheProms
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George is quite right on this. I discovered via FOI requests that just 5% of all woodland creation grants go to support natural regeneration of trees, and 95% to tree planting.
I’ll continue to push DEFRA to fix this.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
bsky.app/profile/geor...
I’ll continue to push DEFRA to fix this.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
bsky.app/profile/geor...
September 30, 2026 at 8:19 AM
George is quite right on this. I discovered via FOI requests that just 5% of all woodland creation grants go to support natural regeneration of trees, and 95% to tree planting.
I’ll continue to push DEFRA to fix this.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
bsky.app/profile/geor...
I’ll continue to push DEFRA to fix this.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
bsky.app/profile/geor...
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The four lowest years on record for Antarctica's sea ice have all occurred in the past four years.
Area falls 1m sq kmshort of long-term average, as scientists warn of a ‘now problem’
#climatecrisis
Story by @readfearn.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
Area falls 1m sq kmshort of long-term average, as scientists warn of a ‘now problem’
#climatecrisis
Story by @readfearn.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
Antarctic winter sea ice falls to third-lowest level on record as scientists warn of ‘now problem’
Coverage levels fall a million square kilometres short of the long-term average, with global heating likely driving losses
www.theguardian.com
September 30, 2026 at 1:14 PM
The four lowest years on record for Antarctica's sea ice have all occurred in the past four years.
Area falls 1m sq kmshort of long-term average, as scientists warn of a ‘now problem’
#climatecrisis
Story by @readfearn.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
Area falls 1m sq kmshort of long-term average, as scientists warn of a ‘now problem’
#climatecrisis
Story by @readfearn.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
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45C IN SOUTH AMERICA
Brutal heat specially between Paraguay,Bolivia and Argentina.
MONTHLY RECORDS
ARGENTINA
43.9 Las Lomitas
PARAGUAY
43.6 Mariscal Estigarribia
40.2 Encarnacion
HIGH MIN:28.0 Asuncion
BOLIVIA
HIGH MIN:25.2 Concepcion
GUYANA
38.1 Lethem
Even hotter tomorrow !
Brutal heat specially between Paraguay,Bolivia and Argentina.
MONTHLY RECORDS
ARGENTINA
43.9 Las Lomitas
PARAGUAY
43.6 Mariscal Estigarribia
40.2 Encarnacion
HIGH MIN:28.0 Asuncion
BOLIVIA
HIGH MIN:25.2 Concepcion
GUYANA
38.1 Lethem
Even hotter tomorrow !
September 28, 2026 at 12:44 AM
45C IN SOUTH AMERICA
Brutal heat specially between Paraguay,Bolivia and Argentina.
MONTHLY RECORDS
ARGENTINA
43.9 Las Lomitas
PARAGUAY
43.6 Mariscal Estigarribia
40.2 Encarnacion
HIGH MIN:28.0 Asuncion
BOLIVIA
HIGH MIN:25.2 Concepcion
GUYANA
38.1 Lethem
Even hotter tomorrow !
Brutal heat specially between Paraguay,Bolivia and Argentina.
MONTHLY RECORDS
ARGENTINA
43.9 Las Lomitas
PARAGUAY
43.6 Mariscal Estigarribia
40.2 Encarnacion
HIGH MIN:28.0 Asuncion
BOLIVIA
HIGH MIN:25.2 Concepcion
GUYANA
38.1 Lethem
Even hotter tomorrow !