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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 1d

And here's the weekly wrap of what we've learned. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

What We Learned: the UK’s Conservative Party Conference, Javier Milei and Donald Trump - Monocle

The UK Conservative Party’s embarrassing mistake, rocking out with Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, and Trump claims that he warned about...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 1d

Latest Foreign Desk on Monocle Radio. October 7th, two years on, and what other political and/or military options Israel might have considered. With former MK Ksenia Svetlova, Yossi Mekelberg from @chmenap.bsky.social and @general-ben.bsky.social. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Two years on from 7 October: did it have to be like this? - Monocle

After two years of conflict, Israel and Hamas have finally agreed terms of a ceasefire. But was this the only...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 2d

The headline “Unqualified Dingbat Talks Bollocks” was right there.

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 2d

The guy shouting at the bins in the car park outside Tesco is sparking debate with claims that Fidel Castro ate his shoes, but I’m just trying to pick up some milk.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 2d

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is sparking debate with claims linking circumcision and Tylenol to autism, but scientists say the evidence is lacking.

Here’s what the science actually says:

RFK Jr. linked circumcision and Tylenol to autism. Here’s what scientists say.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparks debate with claims linking circumcision and Tylenol to autism, but scientists say the evidence is lacking.

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 2d

Sure, why not. Throw it on the heap.

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 2d

Well *I* am introducing a resolution today which will honour *me* with the Booker Prize, an Olympic gold medal for sprint canoeing, and a pony.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d

Rep. Buddy Carter: "Donald Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. That's why I'm introducing a resolution today that will honor him with the Nobel Peace Prize."

(It doesn't work like that lol)

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 2d

Is it especially significant if the robin is headless?

Daily Record @dailyrecord.co.uk · 2d

Many believe that birds are a clear message from the other side, and one astrologist has weighed in on the significance of seeing robins in particular after a death

Immediate action you need to take if you see a robin after someone dies

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 3d

Latest Daily on Monocle Radio. Yossi Mekelberg from @chmenap.bsky.social and @youngvulgarian.marieleconte.com on the day's big stories, and our weekly letter from somewhere is from Tbilisi. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Cautious joy in the Middle East after a Hamas-Israel deal is announced - Monocle

As the Israeli cabinet votes on a deal that would bring a ceasefire to Gaza and see the hostages returned,...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 4d

Latest Daily on Monocle Radio. @terrystiastny.bsky.social and @phmarliere.bsky.social on the day's stuff, plus @drewhinshaw.bsky.social and Joe Parkinson of @wsj.com on "Swap", their new book about prisoner exchanges - including one that involved one of their colleagues. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Is France heading for a snap election? - Monocle

As the French PM remains optimistic about a budget, despite his resignation, we discuss the likelihood of a snap election....

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 4d

Latest Daily on Monocle Radio, first broadcast yesterday but ageing well. @alexvont.bsky.social and @robinlustig.bsky.social on two years since October 7th and other matters, plus Lieutenant General Sir Barney White-Spunner on his fine new book "Nations In Arms". monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Two years into the Israel-Hamas war, what’s the best-case scenario from here? - Monocle

We discuss the course of the war in Gaza two years on from the Hamas attacks and the best-case scenario...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 5d

For @newhumanist.bsky.social, reviewed two superb - if very different - war memoirs: Artem Chapeye's "Ordinary People Don't Carry Machine Guns" and Owain Mulligan's "The Accidental Soldier". Both absolutely recommended. newhumanist.org.uk/articles/6465

Life on the frontlines

Two memoirs, from Basra and Ukraine, chronicle the lives of ordinary men pulled into war

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 6d

Latest Daily on Monocle Radio. @erinmbohalloran.bsky.social and John Everard on the search for another new French PM and the day's other stuff, plus Sam Kelly on his terrific new book "Human History On Drugs". monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Gaza ceasefire negotiations begin in Egypt and France looks for a new prime minister once again - Monocle

Panellists John Everard and Erin O’Halloran on the Gaza ceasefire negotiations, France’s prime minister resigns and a judge blocks Trump’s...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 6d

Weekday replug for latest Foreign Desk on Monocle Radio. Why Moldova's recent parliamentary election matters a good deal more than might be immediately apparent, with @paulaerizanu.bsky.social, @jgmaber.bsky.social and Quentin Peel. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Why is Moldova’s election result so significant to its neighbours? - Monocle

Last Sunday’s parliamentary election was one of existential stakes for Moldova and considerable concern for Europe. But will the newly...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you, though I feel like Hegseth should be on at least 10% of the fee for that one.

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 8d

And here's your weekly wrap-up of what we've learned, including: modern warships are the wrong shape, and stairs are difficult. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

What We Learned: Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump’s inflammatory speeches to the military - Monocle

President Trump and US secretary of war, Pete Hegseth, addressed the military this week. Andrew Mueller tells us what we...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 8d

Latest Foreign Desk on Monocle Radio takes a look at Moldova's parliamentary election of last weekend and why it matters (and it does). With @paulaerizanu.bsky.social, @jgmaber.bsky.social and Quentin Peel. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Why is Moldova’s election result so significant to its neighbours? - Monocle

Last Sunday’s parliamentary election was one of existential stakes for Moldova and considerable concern for Europe. But will the newly...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 9d

Latest Daily on Monocle Radio. Chris Cermak and @laurakramer.bsky.social on the day's stuff, @monicalillis.bsky.social meets the Taybeh Brewing Company of the West Bank, and our weekly wrap-up of what we've learned. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 10d

"It's windy. It's raining. I'm cold. And wet. Back to you in the studio."

Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 10d

Hoping we get lots of outside broadcast pieces to camera from TV reporters, so we know that wind is windy and rain is wet.

Met Office - weather and climate @metoffice.gov.uk · 10d

With warnings for strong winds in place for #StormAmy, we’ve compiled some simple steps and partner advice that you can follow to ensure that you stay safe during strong winds 👇 bit.ly/3VZqfqU

#WeatherReady

5 tips for staying safe in strong wind

When there is a wind warning in place, here are 5 tips for staying safe in strong winds.

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Catherine Fletcher @cathfletcher.bsky.social · 11d

The Anthropic settlement list is up. Authors, check here to see if your books are included: www.anthropiccopyrightsettlement.com

ANT Homepage | ANT

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 11d

Latest Foreign Desk Explainer for Monocle Radio winds back from the latest chapter in the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Explainer 487: India, Pakistan and a dearth of cricket diplomacy - Monocle

Following India’s recent victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, handshakes were absent and India refused to accept the trophy....

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 11d

Outstanding choice of first hero.

Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 11d

Very sorry to read of the passing of Dame Jane Goodall, who was - among many, many other things - every bit the interviewee you might have hoped she would be. This was recorded in 2018, and was a total delight. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Dame Jane Goodall - Monocle

Renowned primatologist Dame Jane Goodall has spent nearly six decades researching our closest non-human relatives. Since her first trip to...

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 12d

Top tip for incoming administrators of an already popular sport: if, as far as possible, you spend your term doing nothing, and changing nothing, actual fans of the game will one day raise a statue in your honour. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

After more than a century, the centre bounce is no more in the AFL

The AFL will no longer have the traditional bouncedown to start men's games, and has also ditched the controversial sub rule.

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Andrew Mueller @andrewmueller.bsky.social · 12d

You can call me Andrew.

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