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Prof Janina Ramirez @drjaninaramirez.bsky.social · 4d

I’m back on the Beeb! Tune in tomorrow and come with me on an art historical adventure!

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 2d

Excellent! Nice to see the Been is still capable of making good decisions. x

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British Hedgehog Preservation Society @hedgehogsociety.bsky.social · 3d

Help #hedgehogs with a single click!

Share this simple tip to make your garden #wildlife friendly & safer for our beloved hedgehogs 🦔

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 3d

Wonderful photo!

NearlyKnowledgeable @g0blinegg.bsky.social · 3d

I adore this ghost ridden land 🦇

#ghosts #Shropshire #paranormal #Folklore

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Birmingham Climate Justice Coalition @brumcjc.bsky.social · 16d

Statement from Brummies United Against Racism:

“We are deeply alarmed by the rise in racist attacks taking place across our city…”

Click on the image to read the full statement (in alt text)

#brumunited #fightracism #noplaceforhate #standuptoracism

Statement from Brummies United Against Racism

We are deeply alarmed by the rise in racist attacks taking place across our city, including the rape of a woman in Oldbury and the attack on a 12 year old boy in a park in Yardley. Birmingham has long stood as a proud symbol of diversity, solidarity, and community — but these recent events threaten that identity.

We are especially concerned about the growing anti-migrant and xenophobic narratives being pushed in political discourse and the media. These narratives are not just words — they are fuelling racism and directly contributing to the uptick in racist abuse, harassment, and violence we are now witnessing on our streets.

Let us be clear: this is not acceptable, and it must not be allowed to continue.

We call on our political leaders — the Leader of Birmingham City Council, the West Midlands Mayor, and the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner — to break their silence. We urge them to publicly and unequivocally condemn these racist attacks and the toxic narratives that are enabling them.

Racism is not a fringe issue. It is a threat to the safety, dignity, and cohesion of our communities. Our leaders must show moral courage, not political convenience.

We also call on all Brummies — of every background — to stand united against hate. We must not allow division to take root in our city. Now, more than ever, we need collective action, solidarity, and leadership that reflects the values of justice, equality, and humanity.

Brummies United Against Racism

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 3d

😅🤣

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Bradford District Green Party @bradfordgreens.bsky.social · 4d

" @zackpolanski.bsky.social is a sort of raving communist, really"

The right-wing media are losing their minds as the Green Surge continues.

Join us > Join.greenparty.org.uk

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 4d

Greens growing. Reform ratttled.

PS - I changed my name back to my family's original Jewish name because I'm proud of being Jewish. If Tice think that makes me a weirdo, I think that makes him an antisemite.

Join.greenparty.org.uk

Tice "green party leader Zack Polanski is a weirdo. Changed his name, claimed hypnosis could increase women's breast size, thinks me should compete in women's sport, thinks women can have a penis. Other than that he's fine. Vote Green. Get weirdo."

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 5d

‘X: The Unknown’ from Hammer Horror (1956).
Not just any radioactive monster, this is an M&S radioactive monster! It looks delicious. 😋
boxd.it/bjZopl

A ★★★ review of X: The Unknown (1956)

“This isn’t just any radioactive monster, this is an M&S radioactive monster.”

boxd.it

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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 5d

Deafening applause as Zack Polanski tells Zia Yusuf that people's concern over immigration is because he spends all his time spreading misinformation and fear.

#bbcqt

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Eddie Burfi @eddieburfi.bsky.social · 5d

Former Head of Comms for the IEA, Annabel Denham, says the super rich will leave if we have a wealth tax.

Yes, the very same IEA that brought us Liz Truss’ disastrous mini budget. 🤦🏽‍♂️

Green Party leader Zack Polanski explains that their taxable assets can’t leave. #bbcqt

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 5d

Go Portland!

The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 5d

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 6d

Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris): This 25cm (10in) long thrush is omnivorous, feeding on snails, earthworms and insects in the breeding grounds of northern Asia & Europe in the summer and many birds migrating south in winter seeking seeds, fruits & berries. Super photo taken by Patrick Yates in the UK.

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 6d

Sadly, I think it might be deliberate- they are happy enough to loudly mimic reform. It will be the end of them and they don’t seem to see it.

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angelicaarcher.bsky.social @angelicaarcher.bsky.social · 6d

Front page of the tabloids? No? 🤔

Warren Oates @warrenoates1.bsky.social · 6d

County Lines

Since Labour came to power and invested in the County Lines Programme, record outcomes have been reported:

1,120 senior gang members charged

Over 2300 'deal lines' closed down

stabbings down 20% in county line areas

3,200 children & vulnerable people supported

More of this please!

Record number of gang leaders charged for county lines offences

A record 2,300 ‘deal lines’ closed in first year of this government.

www.gov.uk

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 6d

Labour have largely been disappointing (that feels like an understatement!), but they have actually done some good stuff. The media totally ignores it, and Labour themselves seem incapable of communicating their achievements to anybody.

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DarkHolmePublishing @kerry767.bsky.social · 6d

October calls for nightmares. 🎃
Three volumes, one haunting collector’s edition.
Ethereal Nightmares: The Complete Trilogy—perfect for your Halloween reading ritual.
👁️ Pre-order now — link in bio
#booksky #readingcommunity #horrorcommunity #darkfiction #halloweenreads

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Prof Janina Ramirez @drjaninaramirez.bsky.social · 8d

I need your help!!! We’ve got some stunning merch for Legenda coming up, but can’t decide on the quotes. Which do you think? If you comment and share your choices - A or B - you could win a copy of the book, plus your very own bag and book mark!

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R. P. Serin @rpserin.bsky.social · 7d

I’ve done my homework and I’m ready!

Becky Darke @bunnydarke.bsky.social · 7d

The new episode of HAMMER TIME is out now! Kev and I discuss our first Hammer Horror film in depth: THE QUATERMASS XPERIMENT (1955) 🚀

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Jessica Noir @jessicanoir.bsky.social · 7d

Even though I’m only one episode in, this is already one of my favourite new podcasts. Great chemistry between the hosts, mix of the excitement of discovery and learned knowledge. Between this and House of Hammer, Britain’s greatest studio is being done proud.

Becky Darke @bunnydarke.bsky.social · 7d

The new episode of HAMMER TIME is out now! Kev and I discuss our first Hammer Horror film in depth: THE QUATERMASS XPERIMENT (1955) 🚀

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Prof Janina Ramirez @drjaninaramirez.bsky.social · 9d

I’m trying to be brave with this book. Can you be brave with me??? Come on the Legenda journey. lnk.to/LegendaBook

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 10d

I'm Jewish. I'm also Mancunian.

Every other national party leader was interviewed by Laura Kunesberg during their conference.

Maybe the BBC thought as someone who also supports Palestine - I had nothing to say?

Let's keep growing: join.greenparty.org.uk

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Gabriel Milland @gabrielmilland.bsky.social · 10d

Bravo.

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Prof Janina Ramirez @drjaninaramirez.bsky.social · 10d

SO THIS HAPPENED!!! Saw an actual copy of my new book Legenda for the FIRST TIME @historyrevmag BBC History Weekend!! Isn’t it beautiful 😍🥰😍🥰 preorder it here lnk.to/LegendaBook

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Pod Save the UK @podsavetheuk.crooked.com · 12d

The new comedy destination is… Saudi Arabia?!

This week, Nish shares some Big Feelings about the Riyadh Comedy Festival - where the likes of Jack Whitehall, Omid Djalili and Jimmy Carr are performing.

Listen or watch now.

#PodSaveTheUK #Politics #News #Trending #NishKumar

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