Andy Scollick
@andyscollick.bsky.social
Dystopia isn't in the future. Dystopia is now.
PhD complex adaptive systems, resilience | interactions between defence, security, climate, energy, democracy | former strategic defence planner, adviser to Ukraine's military | anti-fascist
PhD complex adaptive systems, resilience | interactions between defence, security, climate, energy, democracy | former strategic defence planner, adviser to Ukraine's military | anti-fascist
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🎶 "If you like to gamble
I tell you, I'm your man
You win some, lose some
It's all the same to me" 🎶
I tell you, I'm your man
You win some, lose some
It's all the same to me" 🎶
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Meanwhile Texas has also seen a reduction in gas.......because it was replaced with coal (and all the new renewables were diverted to meeting new demand instead of eliminating fossil fuels)
www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
November 25, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Meanwhile Texas has also seen a reduction in gas.......because it was replaced with coal (and all the new renewables were diverted to meeting new demand instead of eliminating fossil fuels)
www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
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Don’t miss today’s fascinating Big Read by @judewebber.bsky.social and @helenwarrell.bsky.social on #FTEdit 👉 on.ft.com/4ikI6EN
How Ireland became the weak spot in Europe’s defences
With few ships and limited intelligence-sharing, some say the country cannot hope to protect itself or its infrastructure
on.ft.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Don’t miss today’s fascinating Big Read by @judewebber.bsky.social and @helenwarrell.bsky.social on #FTEdit 👉 on.ft.com/4ikI6EN
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But critics argue that Ireland, awash with cash from a corporation tax bonanza paid by global firms with big operations in the country, is using its neutral status to duck its 21st-century responsibilities.
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
But critics argue that Ireland, awash with cash from a corporation tax bonanza paid by global firms with big operations in the country, is using its neutral status to duck its 21st-century responsibilities.
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Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff isn’t working for the US, or for humanity. He’s working for Vladimir Putin. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
November 25, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff isn’t working for the US, or for humanity. He’s working for Vladimir Putin. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Steve Witkoff is such a Russian patsy. Just absolutely embarrassing.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
November 25, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Steve Witkoff is such a Russian patsy. Just absolutely embarrassing.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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"Das ist wirklich bemerkenswert. Zum ersten Mal habe ich einen russischen Minister öffentlich einräumen hören, dass Russland als Erdölstaat keine Zukunft hat."
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This 👇 is a big deal. The first time I've seen a Russian minister publicly acknowledge that Russia has no future as a petrostate. #Russia #FossilFuels #ClimateChange
The time of hydrocarbons is gradually coming to an end, and Russia needs to prepare to transition to "new engines" of its economy, Russian finance minister Siluanov said.
"It is clear that it will remain for some time, but we need to look at the medium to long term.
"It is clear that it will remain for some time, but we need to look at the medium to long term.
November 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM
"Das ist wirklich bemerkenswert. Zum ersten Mal habe ich einen russischen Minister öffentlich einräumen hören, dass Russland als Erdölstaat keine Zukunft hat."
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Any political “leader” still selling the obviously false choice between #ClimateAction and “the economy” is just reminding us that they clearly don’t understand either the climate crisis OR the economy.
Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t understand the difference.
Or both.
Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t understand the difference.
Or both.
November 25, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Any political “leader” still selling the obviously false choice between #ClimateAction and “the economy” is just reminding us that they clearly don’t understand either the climate crisis OR the economy.
Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t understand the difference.
Or both.
Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t understand the difference.
Or both.
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All latitude bands were warmer than average over the last 6 months. This was particularly visible across the Arctic and Antarctic regions. 🔥
Plot shows zonal-mean temperature anomalies, where latitude = y-axis (not scaled by distance). GISTEMPv4 data using their 1951-1980 baseline.
Plot shows zonal-mean temperature anomalies, where latitude = y-axis (not scaled by distance). GISTEMPv4 data using their 1951-1980 baseline.
November 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
All latitude bands were warmer than average over the last 6 months. This was particularly visible across the Arctic and Antarctic regions. 🔥
Plot shows zonal-mean temperature anomalies, where latitude = y-axis (not scaled by distance). GISTEMPv4 data using their 1951-1980 baseline.
Plot shows zonal-mean temperature anomalies, where latitude = y-axis (not scaled by distance). GISTEMPv4 data using their 1951-1980 baseline.
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Witkoff advised the Russians on how to pitch their Ukraine plan to Trump www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
November 25, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Witkoff advised the Russians on how to pitch their Ukraine plan to Trump www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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In a more sensible and serious world, Mark Kelly would take Pete Hegseth’s job as secretary of defense, @radiofreetom.bsky.social argues:
Senator Mark Kelly Is in the Wrong Job
He should be secretary of defense.
bit.ly
November 25, 2025 at 9:55 PM
In a more sensible and serious world, Mark Kelly would take Pete Hegseth’s job as secretary of defense, @radiofreetom.bsky.social argues:
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🌊 Ocean's upper 1,000 meters undergoing unprecedented, deep-reaching compound change
Simultaneously warming, becoming saltier or fresher, losing oxygen, and acidifying are clear indicators of climate change pushing marine environments into uncharted territory
phys.org/news/2025-11...
Simultaneously warming, becoming saltier or fresher, losing oxygen, and acidifying are clear indicators of climate change pushing marine environments into uncharted territory
phys.org/news/2025-11...
Ocean's upper 1,000 meters undergoing unprecedented, deep-reaching compound change
Earth's ocean, the planet's life-support system, is experiencing rapid and widespread transformations that extend far below its surface. A promising international study published in Nature Climate Cha...
phys.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🌊 Ocean's upper 1,000 meters undergoing unprecedented, deep-reaching compound change
Simultaneously warming, becoming saltier or fresher, losing oxygen, and acidifying are clear indicators of climate change pushing marine environments into uncharted territory
phys.org/news/2025-11...
Simultaneously warming, becoming saltier or fresher, losing oxygen, and acidifying are clear indicators of climate change pushing marine environments into uncharted territory
phys.org/news/2025-11...
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Overestimated natural biological nitrogen fixation translates to an exaggerated CO2 fertilisation effect in Earth system models
...meaning models may overestimate future plant carbon uptake as CO2 rises
Better nitrogen modelling = better climate predictions
www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
...meaning models may overestimate future plant carbon uptake as CO2 rises
Better nitrogen modelling = better climate predictions
www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
Overestimated natural biological nitrogen fixation translates to an exaggerated CO2 fertilization effect in Earth system models | PNAS
CO2 fertilization of the terrestrial biosphere is limited by nitrogen. Biological
nitrogen fixation (BNF) is the dominant natural nitrogen source t...
www.pnas.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Overestimated natural biological nitrogen fixation translates to an exaggerated CO2 fertilisation effect in Earth system models
...meaning models may overestimate future plant carbon uptake as CO2 rises
Better nitrogen modelling = better climate predictions
www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
...meaning models may overestimate future plant carbon uptake as CO2 rises
Better nitrogen modelling = better climate predictions
www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
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Scientists warn mountain climate change is accelerating faster than predicted, putting billions of people at risk
👉 Temps are warming 0.21°C per century faster than in the lowlands
👉 Precipitation and snow are more unpredictable, with a significant change from snow to rain
phys.org/news/2025-11...
👉 Temps are warming 0.21°C per century faster than in the lowlands
👉 Precipitation and snow are more unpredictable, with a significant change from snow to rain
phys.org/news/2025-11...
Scientists warn mountain climate change is accelerating faster than predicted, putting billions of people at risk
Mountains worldwide are experiencing climate change more intensely than lowland areas, with potentially devastating consequences for billions of people who live in and/or depend on these regions, acco...
phys.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Scientists warn mountain climate change is accelerating faster than predicted, putting billions of people at risk
👉 Temps are warming 0.21°C per century faster than in the lowlands
👉 Precipitation and snow are more unpredictable, with a significant change from snow to rain
phys.org/news/2025-11...
👉 Temps are warming 0.21°C per century faster than in the lowlands
👉 Precipitation and snow are more unpredictable, with a significant change from snow to rain
phys.org/news/2025-11...
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OpenAI needs to raise at least $207bn by 2030 so it can continue to lose money, HSBC estimates on.ft.com/4ij0yh8
OpenAI needs to raise at least $207bn by 2030 so it can continue to lose money, HSBC estimates
A burning platform
on.ft.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:42 PM
OpenAI needs to raise at least $207bn by 2030 so it can continue to lose money, HSBC estimates on.ft.com/4ij0yh8
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FBI Director Kash Patel days may be numbered. Trump and White House considering replacing him next month.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
President Trump may have had enough of Kash Patel, according to sources
The president is weighing whether to oust the FBI director after scrutiny of Patel's stewardship of bureau resources, including his girlfriend’s security detail and use of a government jet.
www.ms.now
November 25, 2025 at 7:45 PM
FBI Director Kash Patel days may be numbered. Trump and White House considering replacing him next month.
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
www.ms.now/news/trump-k...
This 👇 is a big deal. The first time I've seen a Russian minister publicly acknowledge that Russia has no future as a petrostate. #Russia #FossilFuels #ClimateChange
The time of hydrocarbons is gradually coming to an end, and Russia needs to prepare to transition to "new engines" of its economy, Russian finance minister Siluanov said.
"It is clear that it will remain for some time, but we need to look at the medium to long term.
"It is clear that it will remain for some time, but we need to look at the medium to long term.
November 25, 2025 at 8:50 PM
This 👇 is a big deal. The first time I've seen a Russian minister publicly acknowledge that Russia has no future as a petrostate. #Russia #FossilFuels #ClimateChange
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A new commentary by Monica Medina argues COP30 was a critical turning point: The moment the world finally got serious about adapting to climate change that's already here.
Read why this "adaptation COP" mattered, even without a fossil fuel phase-out deal.
www.stimson.org/2025/cop30-c...
Read why this "adaptation COP" mattered, even without a fossil fuel phase-out deal.
www.stimson.org/2025/cop30-c...
COP30: Climate Adaptation Takes Center Stage • Stimson Center
The Stimson Center’s Environmental Security Program sat down with Monica P. Medina, former Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, to discuss he...
www.stimson.org
November 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
A new commentary by Monica Medina argues COP30 was a critical turning point: The moment the world finally got serious about adapting to climate change that's already here.
Read why this "adaptation COP" mattered, even without a fossil fuel phase-out deal.
www.stimson.org/2025/cop30-c...
Read why this "adaptation COP" mattered, even without a fossil fuel phase-out deal.
www.stimson.org/2025/cop30-c...
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MS NOW confirms: The FBI is working with Capitol Police to schedule interviews with the six Democratic lawmakers who urged service members to refuse to comply with illegal orders.
November 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
MS NOW confirms: The FBI is working with Capitol Police to schedule interviews with the six Democratic lawmakers who urged service members to refuse to comply with illegal orders.
Ridiculous.
U.S. Military Documents Indicate Plans to Keep Troops in Caribbean Through 2028
As rumors of a U.S. war on Venezuela swirl, military documents show plans to feed a buildup of troops in the region for years.
theintercept.com/2025/11/25/t...
As rumors of a U.S. war on Venezuela swirl, military documents show plans to feed a buildup of troops in the region for years.
theintercept.com/2025/11/25/t...
U.S. Military Documents Indicate Plans to Keep Troops in Caribbean Through 2028
As rumors of a U.S. war on Venezuela swirl, military documents show plans to feed a buildup of troops in the region for years.
theintercept.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Ridiculous.
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SEN. KELLY : “They informed me of this in a tweet because this is not about the law. This is about the media cycle, and intimidation… We basically repeated the uniform code of military justice, and they're saying that's in violation of it. It's absurd. Comical.”
November 25, 2025 at 3:15 AM
SEN. KELLY : “They informed me of this in a tweet because this is not about the law. This is about the media cycle, and intimidation… We basically repeated the uniform code of military justice, and they're saying that's in violation of it. It's absurd. Comical.”
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Another night of horror in Kyiv: russia attacked the capital again, killing at least 6 civilians, and injuring 14 more.
People screaming inside a burning apartment is a nightmare that came true.
#RussiaIsATerroristState
Help protect Ukrainians:
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
People screaming inside a burning apartment is a nightmare that came true.
#RussiaIsATerroristState
Help protect Ukrainians:
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
November 25, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Another night of horror in Kyiv: russia attacked the capital again, killing at least 6 civilians, and injuring 14 more.
People screaming inside a burning apartment is a nightmare that came true.
#RussiaIsATerroristState
Help protect Ukrainians:
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
People screaming inside a burning apartment is a nightmare that came true.
#RussiaIsATerroristState
Help protect Ukrainians:
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
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A little more movement there, and UK polling would have 5 parties at basically 20% (in England, with SNP and PC leading in Scotland/Wales). Absolute madness/lottery for a first past the post system.
Westminster Voting Intention:
RFM: 25% (-2)
LAB: 19% (=)
CON: 18% (+1)
GRN: 16% (-1)
LDM: 15% (+2)
SNP: 3% (=)
Via @yougov.co.uk, 23-24 Nov.
Changes w/ 16-17 Nov.
RFM: 25% (-2)
LAB: 19% (=)
CON: 18% (+1)
GRN: 16% (-1)
LDM: 15% (+2)
SNP: 3% (=)
Via @yougov.co.uk, 23-24 Nov.
Changes w/ 16-17 Nov.
November 25, 2025 at 10:08 AM
A little more movement there, and UK polling would have 5 parties at basically 20% (in England, with SNP and PC leading in Scotland/Wales). Absolute madness/lottery for a first past the post system.
How long did we stick with the US and its war on terror?
White House said the US “CANNOT” supply weapons to Ukraine indefinitely, adding that Trump’s frustration mirrors growing public fatigue and a push for a diplomatic end to the war.
www.kyivpost.com/post/64920
www.kyivpost.com/post/64920
White House Says US ‘Cannot’ Arm Ukraine Indefinitely as Public Frustration Grows
White House said the US “cannot” supply weapons to Ukraine indefinitely, adding that Trump’s frustration mirrors growing public fatigue and a push for a diplomatic end to the war.
www.kyivpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:08 AM
How long did we stick with the US and its war on terror?
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"Athletes are used to adapting – it’s what we do. But adaptation is critical for us all in the face of #climate change."
Excellent piece by #Arsenal and England forward, Beth Mead, in the Guardian.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Excellent piece by #Arsenal and England forward, Beth Mead, in the Guardian.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Beth Mead: ‘If we don’t adapt to climate change, football becomes a privilege, not a right‘
The Arsenal and England forward is backing new global campaign because talent and teamwork should decide the game – not the climate
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:43 AM
"Athletes are used to adapting – it’s what we do. But adaptation is critical for us all in the face of #climate change."
Excellent piece by #Arsenal and England forward, Beth Mead, in the Guardian.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Excellent piece by #Arsenal and England forward, Beth Mead, in the Guardian.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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"Europe’s problem is not that it lacks options. It is that it refuses to use them". Jade McGlynn skewers both the Dmitriev/Witkoff plan for Ukraine's destruction, & Europe's refusal to act decisively enough to prevent disaster. open.substack.com/pub/smalldee...
Circus
Amidst the absolute chaos of a Witkoff-stamped Russian psyop-as-peace plan, discussion is filled with anger at Washington and at Moscow.
open.substack.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:43 AM
"Europe’s problem is not that it lacks options. It is that it refuses to use them". Jade McGlynn skewers both the Dmitriev/Witkoff plan for Ukraine's destruction, & Europe's refusal to act decisively enough to prevent disaster. open.substack.com/pub/smalldee...