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Lesley Goodburn @lgoodbu.bsky.social · Jul 9

New synthetic molecule targets and kills breast and pancreatic cancers in as few as three doses - goo.gl/alerts/2u5PU4 #GoogleAlerts

New synthetic molecule targets and kills breast and pancreatic cancers in as few as three doses

Stanford researchers develop molecule that delivers immune-stimulating treatment directly to cancer, dramatically improving survival.

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · Jul 8

Oh dear

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Reform UK are furious because Macron refused to meet Nigel Farage

Maybe Tice has forgotten that Farage’s xenophobic campaigns against the EU haven’t gone down well with EU leaders.

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NationCymru @nation.cymru · Jun 26

n a new documentary exclusive interviews reveal the story of Welsh women's football and how missed opportunities led star player, Jess Fishlock to question her future in football

Euro 2025: Together Stronger tells the story of Welsh women's football

In a powerful new documentary, Euro 2025: Together Stronger, Wales record goal scorer Jess Fishlock and her teammates tell the journey of Welsh Women’s football. The programme is part of a series of…

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NationCymru @nation.cymru · Jun 26

A Conservative Senedd Member has joined condemnation of Reform UK’s threat to scrap Welsh language targets if they win the next Senedd election ✍️ Emily Price

Tory MS joins condemnation of Reform threat to scrap Welsh language targets

Emily Price A Conservative Senedd Member has joined condemnation of Reform UK’s threat to scrap Welsh language targets if they win the next Senedd election. Earlier this week, language campaigners ac...

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 26

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NationCymru @nation.cymru · Jun 26

In yet another record-breaking performance, Wales has achieved unprecedented success at the Into Film Awards 2025, with Welsh filmmakers taking home four major awards at the star-studded ceremony in London

Welsh film talent triumphs at Into Film Awards 2025 with record-breaking success for Wales

In yet another record-breaking performance, Wales has achieved unprecedented success at the Into Film Awards 2025, with Welsh filmmakers taking home four major awards at the star-studded ceremony at O...

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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · Jun 26

#sophiefromromania looks at me as if to say yes I too support the #parkypetition100k and it is exciting that Tilda Swinton has signed it but can you put your phone down and get on with the walk, please?

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 26

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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · Jun 26

The lovely Tilda Swinton signed the #parkypetition100k after being shown our leaflet by TasteTibet at @glastonbury.bsky.social - be like Tilda, demand a better deal for people with Parkinson’s

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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · Jun 25

Going to Glastonbury or got a stall there? Become part of the movement calling for a better deal for the millions of people – including many famous musicians – living with Parkinson’s. The QR code will take you to our petition- please sign and share! #parkypetition100k

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 21

Happy Wedding Anniversary to our gawjus youngest daughter Kayleigh and handsome son in law Dean xx

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Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social · Jun 20

🔴Resignations, Cancelled Meetings and Culture Wars: How Reform UK Councils Are Descending Into Chaos

Farage’s band of newly-elected councillors are already starting to struggle, reports Josiah Mortimer

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Resignations, Cancelled Meetings and Culture Wars: How Reform UK Councils Are Descending Into Chaos

Nigel Farage's band of newly-elected councillors are already starting to struggle, reports Josiah Mortimer

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Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social · Jun 20

🔴How Negative Media Headlines About Small Boat Crossings Are Turning Brits Against All Migrants

New research finds that disproportionate coverage of the relatively low numbers crossing the English channel is turning British people against all incomers

bylinetimes.com/2025/06/19/h...

How Negative Media Headlines About Small Boat Crossings Are Turning Brits Against All Migrants

New research finds that disproportionate coverage of the relatively low numbers crossing the English channel is turning British people against all incomers

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NationCymru @nation.cymru · Jun 18

Wet wipes containing plastic will be banned in Wales next year to reduce the environmental harm caused by pollution

Senedd passes plastic wet wipe ban

Chris Haines – ICNN Senedd reporter Wet wipes containing plastic will be banned in Wales next year to reduce the environmental harm caused by pollution. From December 18, 2026, it will be an offence i...

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Krassensteins @krassenstein.bsky.social · Jun 15

Best image of the day:

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Gandalf the Curmudgeon @420gandalf.bsky.social · Jun 12

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 9

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 3

Not surprised one bit

Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · Jun 3

This will probably come as no surprise to anyone but…

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'No meetings, no direction': Reform accused of 'paralysing' Kent Council

Although Reform are riding high in the polls, their first month in local government is causing concern within Kent County Council.

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Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social · Jun 2

🔴Nigel Farage’s ‘£7 Billion DEI Savings’ Don’t Actually Exist

The media is widely reporting Reform UK’s claims they could save billions by cutting equality schemes. The real figure appears to be around 250 times smaller

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Nigel Farage's '£7 Billion DEI Savings' Don't Actually Exist

The media is widely reporting Reform UK's claims they could save billions by cutting equality schemes. The real figure appears to be around 250 times smaller, reports Josiah Mortimer

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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · Jun 1

Trump: “Ukraine has no cards!”

Ukraine <destroys 1/3rd of Russias bomber force>

Trump: “”

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · Jun 1

Fruit and veg from EU set to get cheaper as UK axes border checks in Brexit reset

Ministers say removing trade barriers will result in lower prices and more choice on supermarket shelves

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Fruit and veg from EU set to get cheaper as UK axes border checks in Brexit reset

Ministers claim removing trade barriers will result in lower prices and more choice on supermarket shelves

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Linda R @cuckooqueen.bsky.social · Jun 1

I'm used to escorting Swans, Geese and Ducks off the main road, but this was a new experience for #chickens #Sundayafternoon #walksinWales #Cwmbran #Torfaen

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The Assisi Project @assisiproject.com · May 30

"We must regain the conviction that we need one another, that we have a shared responsibility for others and the world, and that being good and decent are worth it (229)." #PopeFrancis #LaudatoSi #WeAreFrancis

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