DaveH
@davebones.bsky.social
History, osteology, bird-watching, DAFC, Scotland, Saor Alba, science
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Elon Musk is paying Tommy Robinson's legal bills.
The British media and political establishment is still on X and maybe this is the wake up call they need.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The British media and political establishment is still on X and maybe this is the wake up call they need.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Tommy Robinson says Elon Musk is paying his legal costs as trial begins
Far-right activist is accused of refusing to comply with counter-terrorism police request at Channel tunnel
www.theguardian.com
October 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Elon Musk is paying Tommy Robinson's legal bills.
The British media and political establishment is still on X and maybe this is the wake up call they need.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The British media and political establishment is still on X and maybe this is the wake up call they need.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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This only happens to you once
September 26, 2025 at 7:39 PM
This only happens to you once
One of those lost was my uncle Able Seaman Gilbert Henderson
24 Aug 1940 // Sloop HMS Penzance was torpedoed and sunk by German submarine U.37 in the North Atlantic approximately 1100km south-west of Iceland. Only 7 men survived: 89 died as she sank and one man died later of his injuries. (Imperial War Museum: FL 17403) #RoyalNavy #WW2
August 31, 2025 at 4:43 PM
One of those lost was my uncle Able Seaman Gilbert Henderson
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In general but especially for the next few days, gonnae no, gonnae just no.
August 13, 2025 at 7:18 AM
In general but especially for the next few days, gonnae no, gonnae just no.
Gorse fire on Arthur's Seat from the island
August 10, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Gorse fire on Arthur's Seat from the island
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I'm sad to say that since leaving Twitter/X my sales for live shows have dropped quite a lot - it turns out that even though it's a dreadful place it was still useful for getting the word out about events. So any shares / RTs of my posts about live shows are hugely appreciated!
August 6, 2025 at 11:13 AM
I'm sad to say that since leaving Twitter/X my sales for live shows have dropped quite a lot - it turns out that even though it's a dreadful place it was still useful for getting the word out about events. So any shares / RTs of my posts about live shows are hugely appreciated!
This story. Love him
With Tom Lehrer's passing, I suppose this is a moment to share the story of the prank he played on the National Security Agency, and how it went undiscovered for nearly 60 years.
July 28, 2025 at 7:24 AM
This story. Love him
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Welcome to Super Seabird Sunday where we ask you to share photos, videos & artwork of seabirds. Here is the unique story of the collection of Pufflings on a daily basis on Isle of May. Thanks to Bex Outram for putting together #SuperSeabirdSunday
July 13, 2025 at 6:10 AM
Welcome to Super Seabird Sunday where we ask you to share photos, videos & artwork of seabirds. Here is the unique story of the collection of Pufflings on a daily basis on Isle of May. Thanks to Bex Outram for putting together #SuperSeabirdSunday
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📷 Cracking shot by George Kelsey of the Water of Leith otter he calls "Scarface." 👏
#otter #waterofleith #EdinburghWildlife
#otter #waterofleith #EdinburghWildlife
July 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
📷 Cracking shot by George Kelsey of the Water of Leith otter he calls "Scarface." 👏
#otter #waterofleith #EdinburghWildlife
#otter #waterofleith #EdinburghWildlife
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🔴 102 Hen Harriers.
🔫 0 convictions.
🟤 Grouse moors. Gamekeepers. Silence from Westminster.
How many more must die?
#HenHarrier #RaptorPersecution #GrouseShooting #WildlifeCrime
www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/H...
🔫 0 convictions.
🟤 Grouse moors. Gamekeepers. Silence from Westminster.
How many more must die?
#HenHarrier #RaptorPersecution #GrouseShooting #WildlifeCrime
www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/H...
June 26, 2025 at 11:16 AM
🔴 102 Hen Harriers.
🔫 0 convictions.
🟤 Grouse moors. Gamekeepers. Silence from Westminster.
How many more must die?
#HenHarrier #RaptorPersecution #GrouseShooting #WildlifeCrime
www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/H...
🔫 0 convictions.
🟤 Grouse moors. Gamekeepers. Silence from Westminster.
How many more must die?
#HenHarrier #RaptorPersecution #GrouseShooting #WildlifeCrime
www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/H...
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Pesticides from agriculture & pet flea treatments can kill invertebrates in rivers leaving fish & birds with little to eat. They kill off the tiny creatures who eat algae - algal blooms become worse, killing even more river creatures.
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Dangerous pesticides and pet flea treatment detected in English rivers for first time
Exclusive: Wensum and Tone found to have high concentrations of chemicals that are toxic to aquatic life
www.theguardian.com
June 17, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Pesticides from agriculture & pet flea treatments can kill invertebrates in rivers leaving fish & birds with little to eat. They kill off the tiny creatures who eat algae - algal blooms become worse, killing even more river creatures.
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Appeal To Keep Dogs on Short Leash!
Pet Dogs destroying curlew nest.
Hard to believe but Believe it!
video 👉
breedingwaders.ie/wp-content/u...
Better still don't bring dogs to wild and wetland areas. Ground nesting birds are barely cling on.
@breedingwaderseip.bsky.social
Pet Dogs destroying curlew nest.
Hard to believe but Believe it!
video 👉
breedingwaders.ie/wp-content/u...
Better still don't bring dogs to wild and wetland areas. Ground nesting birds are barely cling on.
@breedingwaderseip.bsky.social
June 16, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Appeal To Keep Dogs on Short Leash!
Pet Dogs destroying curlew nest.
Hard to believe but Believe it!
video 👉
breedingwaders.ie/wp-content/u...
Better still don't bring dogs to wild and wetland areas. Ground nesting birds are barely cling on.
@breedingwaderseip.bsky.social
Pet Dogs destroying curlew nest.
Hard to believe but Believe it!
video 👉
breedingwaders.ie/wp-content/u...
Better still don't bring dogs to wild and wetland areas. Ground nesting birds are barely cling on.
@breedingwaderseip.bsky.social
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This is an easy one for Kemi as
1) There are no women in burqas in her constituency.
2) She hasn't held a surgery for over 4 years.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
1) There are no women in burqas in her constituency.
2) She hasn't held a surgery for over 4 years.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Kemi Badenoch says she will not speak to women in burqas at constituency surgery
Tory leader says women can wear what they like and employers should be able to ban staff from wearing face coverings
www.theguardian.com
June 8, 2025 at 11:29 AM
This is an easy one for Kemi as
1) There are no women in burqas in her constituency.
2) She hasn't held a surgery for over 4 years.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
1) There are no women in burqas in her constituency.
2) She hasn't held a surgery for over 4 years.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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“Some of y’all cant handle 2 high agency males going at it and it really shows”
June 6, 2025 at 4:20 PM
“Some of y’all cant handle 2 high agency males going at it and it really shows”
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Child casualties almost halved, child deaths down by 3/4…
All the other stats don’t really matter
All the other stats don’t really matter
Study on London 20 mph limits shows:
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
20mph limits in London linked to sharp fall in road injuries and deaths, new report finds
A new study published by Transport for London (TfL) has shown that the introduction of 20mph speed limits and zones on local authority-managed roads in London between 1989 and 2013 led to significant…
etsc.eu
June 6, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Child casualties almost halved, child deaths down by 3/4…
All the other stats don’t really matter
All the other stats don’t really matter
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A Polish soldier of General Stanisław Maczek's 1st Polish Armoured Division feeding young owls sitting on a 25-pounder at the Artillery School in Blairadam, Fife in May 1943.
May 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
A Polish soldier of General Stanisław Maczek's 1st Polish Armoured Division feeding young owls sitting on a 25-pounder at the Artillery School in Blairadam, Fife in May 1943.
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BROUGHTON ROAD ASSAULT.—Police appeal for information: www.broughtonspurtle.org.uk/news/assault...
#Edinburgh #hyperlocal #news #crime
#Edinburgh #hyperlocal #news #crime
May 21, 2025 at 10:10 PM
BROUGHTON ROAD ASSAULT.—Police appeal for information: www.broughtonspurtle.org.uk/news/assault...
#Edinburgh #hyperlocal #news #crime
#Edinburgh #hyperlocal #news #crime
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Today in 1937 Tommy Woodrooffe, a very drunk broadcaster, commentated on a Royal Navy Fleet Review. Only for a few minutes, until they faded him out. #CareerGoals.
May 20, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Today in 1937 Tommy Woodrooffe, a very drunk broadcaster, commentated on a Royal Navy Fleet Review. Only for a few minutes, until they faded him out. #CareerGoals.
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It’s the time of year when you might find a baby bird and want to help. Most often (and slightly counterintuitively) it’s best to do nothing. Here’s a useful guide.
May 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
It’s the time of year when you might find a baby bird and want to help. Most often (and slightly counterintuitively) it’s best to do nothing. Here’s a useful guide.
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A new week and a new talk from our busy Heritage Burials Team 📽
Dr Lauren McIntyre visited the Thornton-le-Street History Group to present findings on our work at the Holy Trinity Church, Hull where the remains of almost 9000 people were exhumed, analysed & recorded before being reburied on site.
Dr Lauren McIntyre visited the Thornton-le-Street History Group to present findings on our work at the Holy Trinity Church, Hull where the remains of almost 9000 people were exhumed, analysed & recorded before being reburied on site.
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May 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
A new week and a new talk from our busy Heritage Burials Team 📽
Dr Lauren McIntyre visited the Thornton-le-Street History Group to present findings on our work at the Holy Trinity Church, Hull where the remains of almost 9000 people were exhumed, analysed & recorded before being reburied on site.
Dr Lauren McIntyre visited the Thornton-le-Street History Group to present findings on our work at the Holy Trinity Church, Hull where the remains of almost 9000 people were exhumed, analysed & recorded before being reburied on site.
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Happy World Penguin Day to all penguins, but especially Nils, who didn’t let living in Edinburgh (or being a penguin) stop him from becoming The Colonel-in-Chief of the Norwegian King’s Guard. He’s also been knighted. His official title is Brigadier Sir Nils Olav III and here he is looking regal af
April 25, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Happy World Penguin Day to all penguins, but especially Nils, who didn’t let living in Edinburgh (or being a penguin) stop him from becoming The Colonel-in-Chief of the Norwegian King’s Guard. He’s also been knighted. His official title is Brigadier Sir Nils Olav III and here he is looking regal af
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Trump is imposing a 10% tariff on the Heard and McDonald Islands.
The Heard and McDonald Islands are uninhabited.
The Heard and McDonald Islands are uninhabited.
April 2, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Trump is imposing a 10% tariff on the Heard and McDonald Islands.
The Heard and McDonald Islands are uninhabited.
The Heard and McDonald Islands are uninhabited.
Rare sighting of lenticular clouds over Leith.
March 24, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Rare sighting of lenticular clouds over Leith.