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John Schwartz @jswatz.bsky.social · 3h

Holy guacamole, this could be the weirdest story I ever worked on. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/16/s...

A C.I.A. Secret Kept for 35 Years Is Found in the Smithsonian’s Vault

www.nytimes.com

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 1d

Then I suspect Nuffield, King St, or Y Club (though that is nearer Deansgate than central). Just realised it's been 8+ years since I was looking at opts. Maybe some of the new hotels have facilities and offer membership (was a popular opt in Brighton)

Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 2d

I've generally used David Lloyd or Virgin Active for gyms with nice facilities, not sure if central enough in Manchester though.

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Kate Bevan @katebevan.com · 10d

oh mate

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Brian Honan @brianhonan.bsky.social · 9d

It annoys me when I see people use the phrase "Cyber 9/11" or "Cyber Pearl Harbour". Its disrespectful to those who died or were injured in these real events and also reeks of the FUD factor, something we need to move away from in cybersecurity. Cyberrisks are real without sensationalising them

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks! We're on the boat.

An image taken through a ship's window at dusk with light from other boats and calm water in the foreground.

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 12d

Given I'm en-route to the port, and it's supposed to depart in 260 mins, I really hope so!

According to the other site, it's still going... (Larne route isn't)
x.com/POferriesupd...

x.com

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 12d

I'm expecting the Rotterdam - Hull crossing will be interesting!

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Who Targets Me @whotargets.me · 15d

Google just wiped EU data from its political ad library. Meta’s ban on political ads in the EU starts soon and we're worried they might do the same.

We need a backup of the EU Meta Ad Library now. If you have data (2018–present) or skills to help, let us know:
ir96l7a6vsf.typeform.com/to/fIk9XMZT

Save the EU Ad Libraries

Meta may soon switch off ad libraries in the EU and remove data going back to 2018. Help ensure this data is archived for research.

ir96l7a6vsf.typeform.com

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 16d

Blimey.
On the topic of scammy behavior, his was an interesting watch. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

BBC One - Panorama, The £170 Million Diamond Scam

Richard Bilton investigates the £170m jewellery scam that left investors with nothing.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Kate Bevan @katebevan.com · 17d

Cracking reporting here 👇👇

The Londoner @londonermag.bsky.social · 17d

Victor Garvey is one of London's biggest chefs; beloved by critics like Giles Coren.

But ex-staff, friends and investors paint a different picture; of bailiffs, mid-restaurant fights and Warhammer 40k fans losing their savings to Garvey.

Our weekend exposé:

www.the-londoner.co.uk/the-rise-and...

He's one of London’s most famous chefs. So why do so many people say Victor Garvey owes them money?

Giles Coren called him his “favourite kind of chef”. But former staff and business partners paint a different picture of the Michelin star winner.

www.the-londoner.co.uk

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zeldman @zeldman.bsky.social · 19d

Can anybody help me? I seem to have misplaced September.

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Sharon O'Dea @sharonodea.com · 21d

My favourite thing about this (old) Reddit thread about how to respectfully store your flag was the 100+ photos in the replies of people’s flags, shoved in crumpled Albert Heijn carrier bags and chucked in junk-filled cupboards.

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 21d

I know @jesslynnrose.bsky.social has spent time there, and maybe knows some folks.

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depths of wikipedia @depthsofwikipedia.bsky.social · 23d

imagine if a family of beavers randomly showed up right now and finished whatever thing you've been putting off

In early 2025, beaver activity in the Brdy Protected Landscape Area, Czech Republic, contributed to the restoration of a wetland ecosystem. A family of beavers constructed a series of dams that coincidentally accomplished environmental goals of the Czech government, which had delayed its proposed project since 2018 for bureaucratic and financial reasons. The beaver-built dams saved the Czech government approximately US$1.2 million,

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 22d

An article that understands Bettridges Law, and is referenced.

Dr Dean Burnett @garwboy.bsky.social · 23d

Does Tylenol cause autism? A full neuroscientific analysis.

open.substack.com/pub/theneuro...

A nuanced and thorough explanation of the US administration's recent claims that Tylenol (paracetamol) is the cause of autism.

#Tylenol #Autism #Trump #science #brains

Does Tylenol cause autism? A full neuroscientific analysis.

The Trump administration has declared Tylenol (paracetamol) is the likely cause of autism. But is this accurate? A full neuroscientific analysis is required to get to the heart of the matter.

open.substack.com

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 23d

Have a great time! I only managed to go in 2017, hope to return one day.

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 23d

(Domestic) Rental agents in Australia trying to claim IP right over tenants!

Purplepingers ☭ @purplepingers.bsky.social · 23d

Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · 24d

There are 1, possibly 2 acceptable forms. A Terry's chocolate orange. At a push, Matchsticks.

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Infosecsie (ツンデレ) @myraccoonhands.com · 25d

Don’t forget that a decent amount of online political discourse is manufactured by bots purpose-built to start arguments.

Christopher Owen @oysta.au · 25d

Yeah man we should really fight back by staying on X

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · Sep 16

Hope the rest of the journey went well!

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Susie Dent @susiedent.com · Sep 13

Word of the Day is ‘snerdle’ (19th century): to stay warm and still beneath the covers for as long as humanly possible.

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Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · Sep 11

In the got to laugh,rather than cry sense?

Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · Sep 8

I'd check with Ilkley if they'll run this again. www.yourilkley.com/events/event...
Bonus stop at Betty's for takeaway cakes.

Brungerley Park and the Ribble are popular over Clitheroe/Waddington way.

It's a shame Nelson's outdoor pool closed.

Doggy Day 'Weekend' at Ilkley Lido

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity for your dogs to enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool. The cafe will be open, selling warm drinks and refreshments Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th Oc...

www.yourilkley.com

Victoria Walberg @vickyjo.bsky.social · Sep 7

a cartoon character from the simpsons is holding a clipboard and says hi everybody .

Alt: a cartoon character, Dr Nick, from The Simpsons is holding a clipboard and says hi everybody .

media.tenor.com

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