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Dave Watson @balkandave.bsky.social · 1h

It's Bookshop Day! Get down to your local independent bookshop and buy a book or three. I could suggest a few Balkan titles 😂. www.booksellers.org.uk/Campaigns/bo....

Booksellers Association - Bookshop Day and Books Are My Bag Readers Awards

The Booksellers Association of the UK and Ireland is a trade body founded to promote retail bookselling in the United Kingdom and Ireland. It operates the National Book Token scheme in the UK and spo...

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 11h

Insert predictable 'supported the Fall in 87' joke.

a man in a black shirt is standing in front of a large painting

Alt: Mark E Smith, right place, wrong place with the mighty Fall.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 12h

I got to the choose your ticket bit. A seat that was basically in the same building a mile away was $167, Seats closer 400 to 600. Standing was 4/6/800. The block stage right was $2500, stage left $1850. Those were Superconductor VIP or some such nonsense.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

There was just over twice as many in the PRE-SALE queue when I started, so I hold out little hope.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

That's all the info I have until 40,000 people clear the queue before me. How many does the venue hold - Seating capacity: 19,800. 😶

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

CA $137.75 - CA $995.01, including service fees ( £75 - £530 )

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

It has begun #Rush50 #YYZ

My place in the queue for Rush 50 Something tickets. I am 44,732rd in the Queue.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 18h

Once everyone gets used to doing 55 in a 50 zone with no repercussions, it creeps up to 60 in a short space of time.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 18h

RT @raidr-necs.bsky.social : This #WorldMentalHealthDay we are highlighting the importance of recognising the signs of overwhelm.

#WMHD #WMHD25 #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 20h

Since I had COVID for the second time a few years ago, my concentration has gone to pot, particularly reading & having to take in detail. Novels are OK, just, but non fiction or TTRPG books are a real struggle, I have to work at it, more re-reads, etc. for anything to sink in.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 20h

One of those 'Traffic Cops' programmes on C5 showed an interview with one of the cops on the A1 just near me. As he talked, the speed camera was constantly pinging. Asked why he wasn't pulling anyone over, he said when it makes a different noise, it was serious, i.e. *well* over the limit.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 20h

RT @raidr-necs.bsky.social : This #WorldMentalHealthDay we are highlighting the importance of recognising the signs of overwhelm.

For tips on managing overwhelm check out our website:https://buff.ly/u90tPnb

#WMHD #WMHD25 #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters

Overwhelm: when global events and relentless bad news become too much

Feeling overwhelmed by current events, no matter how big or small, can take a toll on our mental health. Read our blog to help cope with feelings of overwhelm.

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Berry @berryh.bsky.social · 22h

Thoughts and prayers for everyone whose company is marking World Mental Health Day while slashing staff numbers and reducing support while the world burns 🙏

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 22h

It's the final track on the album. Alex Lifeson wrote it while at Neil [Pearts]'s home in LA as they were spending some of Neil's last days together. In interviews, Alex said he got the picture of a sunset and the melody came flowing. The finality of a sunset can be felt in this song.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 22h

Check to see if you're wearing one.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 22h

RT @raidr-necs.bsky.social : Today is World Mental Health Day!

Why and how are you getting involved in #WMHD? Let us know below!

For more about the day and some free tips on how to look out for your friends and family check out our website: bit.ly/46YKtIh

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25

World Mental Health Day 2025

World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. The theme is set by the World Federation of Mental Health.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 22h

Filed alongside this:

JCB Song - Nizlopi (Full Version HQ)

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 23h

*Holds Ear* Yes, we're going live to the White House for comments:

a young boy is running on a golf course holding a flag and a golf club ..

Alt: A toddler having a melt down, playing miniature golf.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

I think it's a wind up to really set the Rush forums alight - it's working, too.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

Well, this is certainly something. #Rush #VIP2112

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

They missed off ", until we get the hostages back." at the end of that paragraph.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

What?

a cartoon elephant is sitting on a rug and looking at something

Alt: Dumbo the Elephant, sneezing and uncovering his oversized ears.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

This doesn't sound like a joking matter.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

The ones I've heard of, Jack Whitehall, Omid Djalili, Jimeon and Jimmy Carr are now persona non grata. I am surprised to see Omid Djalili on the list, given his past support of human rights. Everyone has their price, I suppose.

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Matthew Willis (Naval Air History) @navalairhistory.com · 13d

My parents are doing the Coast to Coast walk soon and they're trying to raise some money for Water Aid. Please consider helping them, thanks www.justgiving.com/page/brian-w...

Brian's fundraiser for WaterAid

Help Brian Willis raise money to support WaterAid

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