Bill
@bill57.bsky.social
Toronto born Glaswegian. Canadian citizen
Americana, Bowie, St.Mirren. Fallen Angels Club,
Genealogy, Socialist
Scottish not British. Italian Scottish heritage.
Americana, Bowie, St.Mirren. Fallen Angels Club,
Genealogy, Socialist
Scottish not British. Italian Scottish heritage.
Just home from The Dreaming Spires at Rum Shack in Glasgow. Wasn't going to go but glad I did. What a great band, they deserve more recognition.
November 13, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Just home from The Dreaming Spires at Rum Shack in Glasgow. Wasn't going to go but glad I did. What a great band, they deserve more recognition.
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They ignored us when we voted to stay with the EU, Brexit was foisted upon us after being dragged out, the UK economy is in dire straights due to Brexit and a fiscally incompetent Westminster Gov where we again pay the price of being part of this unequal Union, it’s time for #ScottishIndependence 🏴
November 7, 2025 at 3:34 PM
They ignored us when we voted to stay with the EU, Brexit was foisted upon us after being dragged out, the UK economy is in dire straights due to Brexit and a fiscally incompetent Westminster Gov where we again pay the price of being part of this unequal Union, it’s time for #ScottishIndependence 🏴
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"The Israeli Premier League derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv was cancelled by police after "violent riots" before kick-off."
There are MANY politicians who owe West Midlands police a profound apology.
List/tag them. 👇
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
"The Israeli Premier League derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv was cancelled by police after "violent riots" before kick-off."
There are MANY politicians who owe West Midlands police a profound apology.
List/tag them. 👇
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
Maccabi Tel Aviv v Hapoel Tel Aviv called off by police after disorder
The Israeli Premier League derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv is cancelled before kick-off and nine people are arrested.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 19, 2025 at 9:52 PM
⏱️21 mins ago
"The Israeli Premier League derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv was cancelled by police after "violent riots" before kick-off."
There are MANY politicians who owe West Midlands police a profound apology.
List/tag them. 👇
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
"The Israeli Premier League derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv was cancelled by police after "violent riots" before kick-off."
There are MANY politicians who owe West Midlands police a profound apology.
List/tag them. 👇
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
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Tel Aviv football derby between Hapoel and Maccabi called off after rioting
Tel Aviv football derby between Hapoel and Maccabi called off after rioting
Israeli police make nine arrests, citing ‘disorderly conduct, riots, injured police officers’ and infrastructure damage
The Tel Aviv football derby between Hapoel and Maccabi has been called off after rioting and “risks to human life”, Israeli police said.
The match was due to take place on Sunday night at Bloomfield Stadium, a ground the two sides share, as a home fixture for Hapoel. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
October 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Tel Aviv football derby between Hapoel and Maccabi called off after rioting
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Heseltine at the Tory conf:
"Fascists of the 30s are back... Trump's language coincides with words here... The immigrant has replaced the Jew as the problem. We must make clear we will never have any part in the populist extremism of Farage... We don't need Trump's mouthpiece anywhere near No. 10.”
"Fascists of the 30s are back... Trump's language coincides with words here... The immigrant has replaced the Jew as the problem. We must make clear we will never have any part in the populist extremism of Farage... We don't need Trump's mouthpiece anywhere near No. 10.”
October 7, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Heseltine at the Tory conf:
"Fascists of the 30s are back... Trump's language coincides with words here... The immigrant has replaced the Jew as the problem. We must make clear we will never have any part in the populist extremism of Farage... We don't need Trump's mouthpiece anywhere near No. 10.”
"Fascists of the 30s are back... Trump's language coincides with words here... The immigrant has replaced the Jew as the problem. We must make clear we will never have any part in the populist extremism of Farage... We don't need Trump's mouthpiece anywhere near No. 10.”
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This is why I watch foreign news - e.g. UK, Australia. Even non-English speaking countries (France, Germany, Japan) produce English language news programs.
Not saying they're perfect, but their cultural coverage is superior and at least they call BS when necessary.
youtu.be/4hcoWnyrqgw?...
Not saying they're perfect, but their cultural coverage is superior and at least they call BS when necessary.
youtu.be/4hcoWnyrqgw?...
'Deranged', 'staggering', 'incoherent': Papers react to Trump's UN speech • FRANCE 24 English
YouTube video by FRANCE 24 English
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September 25, 2025 at 11:31 AM
This is why I watch foreign news - e.g. UK, Australia. Even non-English speaking countries (France, Germany, Japan) produce English language news programs.
Not saying they're perfect, but their cultural coverage is superior and at least they call BS when necessary.
youtu.be/4hcoWnyrqgw?...
Not saying they're perfect, but their cultural coverage is superior and at least they call BS when necessary.
youtu.be/4hcoWnyrqgw?...
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Political violence and threats are not the answer.
This is a watershed moment — we can choose to stay silent and live in fear, or we can choose to be loud for peace and compassion.
We must work together to stop this crisis, and it should start from the top with the President.
This is a watershed moment — we can choose to stay silent and live in fear, or we can choose to be loud for peace and compassion.
We must work together to stop this crisis, and it should start from the top with the President.
September 16, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Political violence and threats are not the answer.
This is a watershed moment — we can choose to stay silent and live in fear, or we can choose to be loud for peace and compassion.
We must work together to stop this crisis, and it should start from the top with the President.
This is a watershed moment — we can choose to stay silent and live in fear, or we can choose to be loud for peace and compassion.
We must work together to stop this crisis, and it should start from the top with the President.
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Reporter: Do you think it would have been fitting to lower the flags for Melissa Hortman who was killed as well?
Trump: Uh, I’m not familiar, who?
Trump: Uh, I’m not familiar, who?
September 15, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Reporter: Do you think it would have been fitting to lower the flags for Melissa Hortman who was killed as well?
Trump: Uh, I’m not familiar, who?
Trump: Uh, I’m not familiar, who?
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What I saw at Saturday’s rally was racism, pure and simple. Labour won’t tackle it until we can call it what it is | Diane Abbott
What I saw at Saturday’s rally was racism, pure and simple. Labour won’t tackle it until we can call it what it is | Diane Abbott
Silence about the bigotry inherent in events like Tommy Robinson’s march will be seen by the thugs as tacit approval of their message, says Labour MP Diane Abbott
www.theguardian.com
September 14, 2025 at 5:21 PM
What I saw at Saturday’s rally was racism, pure and simple. Labour won’t tackle it until we can call it what it is | Diane Abbott
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The real issue isn’t left vs right.
It’s not white vs black.
It’s not citizen vs immigrant.
It’s not gay vs straight.
The real issue is that a lot of powerful people have a vested interest — and a lot of money invested — in dividing us, and it’s working.
It’s not white vs black.
It’s not citizen vs immigrant.
It’s not gay vs straight.
The real issue is that a lot of powerful people have a vested interest — and a lot of money invested — in dividing us, and it’s working.
September 11, 2025 at 6:07 PM
The real issue isn’t left vs right.
It’s not white vs black.
It’s not citizen vs immigrant.
It’s not gay vs straight.
The real issue is that a lot of powerful people have a vested interest — and a lot of money invested — in dividing us, and it’s working.
It’s not white vs black.
It’s not citizen vs immigrant.
It’s not gay vs straight.
The real issue is that a lot of powerful people have a vested interest — and a lot of money invested — in dividing us, and it’s working.
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Charlie Kirk was not a good guy. He was an antisemite, a homophobe, a racist and a liar. While his murder should be condemned, his vile politics should be recognised. The way the Trump administration and MAGA are treating him is disgusting.
September 12, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Charlie Kirk was not a good guy. He was an antisemite, a homophobe, a racist and a liar. While his murder should be condemned, his vile politics should be recognised. The way the Trump administration and MAGA are treating him is disgusting.
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NEW: No, Charlie Kirk was not practicing politics the right way. That's what Ezra Klein said. We can condemn this heinous assassination but also recognize that with his 2020 election denialism and extremist rhetoric, Kirk built his movement with falsehoods and in a wrong and divisive manner.
No, Charlie Kirk was not practicing politics the right way
His assassination deserves full condemnation; his full impact should not be sidestepped.
www.motherjones.com
September 11, 2025 at 9:22 PM
NEW: No, Charlie Kirk was not practicing politics the right way. That's what Ezra Klein said. We can condemn this heinous assassination but also recognize that with his 2020 election denialism and extremist rhetoric, Kirk built his movement with falsehoods and in a wrong and divisive manner.
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Trump chooses not to end the Gaza slaughter. That’s why I’ll boycott the state dinner when he meets King Charles | Ed Davey
Trump chooses not to end the Gaza slaughter. That’s why I’ll boycott the state dinner when he meets King Charles | Ed Davey
To refuse an invitation like this goes against all my instincts, but I want to send as strong a message as I can, says Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey
www.theguardian.com
August 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Trump chooses not to end the Gaza slaughter. That’s why I’ll boycott the state dinner when he meets King Charles | Ed Davey
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🏰 Exciting news for our Fun Day at Crookston Castle!
Glasgow City Council's Countryside Rangers will be joining us to lead special tours of the Castle’s green spaces. Discover the trees, plants and wildlife that make the Castle such a unique place.
Glasgow City Council's Countryside Rangers will be joining us to lead special tours of the Castle’s green spaces. Discover the trees, plants and wildlife that make the Castle such a unique place.
August 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
🏰 Exciting news for our Fun Day at Crookston Castle!
Glasgow City Council's Countryside Rangers will be joining us to lead special tours of the Castle’s green spaces. Discover the trees, plants and wildlife that make the Castle such a unique place.
Glasgow City Council's Countryside Rangers will be joining us to lead special tours of the Castle’s green spaces. Discover the trees, plants and wildlife that make the Castle such a unique place.
Fun Day - Home Guard Display
Crookston Castle was used by both British and American troops, and hosted a Home Guard unit made up of local volunteers. They'll have Home Guard displays set up to help bring history to life.
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – all welcome!
Crookston Castle was used by both British and American troops, and hosted a Home Guard unit made up of local volunteers. They'll have Home Guard displays set up to help bring history to life.
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – all welcome!
Friends of Crookston Castle
We’ll be joined by members Whitehaugh Barracks community group, in Paisley to help tell the story of Crookston Castle during the Second World War.
The Castle was used by both British and American...
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August 21, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Fun Day - Home Guard Display
Crookston Castle was used by both British and American troops, and hosted a Home Guard unit made up of local volunteers. They'll have Home Guard displays set up to help bring history to life.
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – all welcome!
Crookston Castle was used by both British and American troops, and hosted a Home Guard unit made up of local volunteers. They'll have Home Guard displays set up to help bring history to life.
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – all welcome!
Ever wondered what it took to be a knight? As part of our Fun Day, the Friends of Crookston Castle are running Knight School, giving kids the chance to try out medieval skills and take on fun challenges
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – everyone welcome!
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – everyone welcome!
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August 20, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Ever wondered what it took to be a knight? As part of our Fun Day, the Friends of Crookston Castle are running Knight School, giving kids the chance to try out medieval skills and take on fun challenges
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – everyone welcome!
📅 Saturday 30 August, 11am–3pm
📍 Crookston Castle
🎟 Free entry – everyone welcome!
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We’re delighted to be welcoming the Company of Saint Margaret to our Fun Day on Saturday 30th August between 11am and 3pm.
They will bring Crookston’s medieval past to life.
Come join the fun. All welcome #Glasgow850
They will bring Crookston’s medieval past to life.
Come join the fun. All welcome #Glasgow850
August 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
We’re delighted to be welcoming the Company of Saint Margaret to our Fun Day on Saturday 30th August between 11am and 3pm.
They will bring Crookston’s medieval past to life.
Come join the fun. All welcome #Glasgow850
They will bring Crookston’s medieval past to life.
Come join the fun. All welcome #Glasgow850
