Gentle Blinks
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"Looks like I picked the wrong week to start reading Hannah Arendt's book, 'The Origins of Totalitarianism'," in the UK.
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The way Chris pincher has been basically been erased from boris downfall is really instructive in Westminster culture and how these people get away with it
I see we're back to "Johnson resigned because of a party" and not because he employed a known sex pest, lied about what he knew, and more than half his cabinet resigned as a result.
Madeley. FFS.
February 9, 2026 at 1:34 PM
The way Chris pincher has been basically been erased from boris downfall is really instructive in Westminster culture and how these people get away with it
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I just don't know what it's going to take for the government to take any action in regard to this.
It isn't a case of the dam bursting, it's been springing leaks for years and everyone is already soaked.
It isn't a case of the dam bursting, it's been springing leaks for years and everyone is already soaked.
Two men were given 90% of Teesworks on the promise they would take on responsibility of remediating the site.
I've discovered they were charging BP for remediation on a project the oil giant eventually pulled out of.
Teesworks overspent and then asked them for more cash.
I've discovered they were charging BP for remediation on a project the oil giant eventually pulled out of.
Teesworks overspent and then asked them for more cash.
BP cancelled hydrogen scheme after refusing to pay Teesworks additional remediation charges
Energy giant paid undisclosed fees to Teesworks Ltd for projects it eventually shelved
teesside.thelead.uk
January 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM
I just don't know what it's going to take for the government to take any action in regard to this.
It isn't a case of the dam bursting, it's been springing leaks for years and everyone is already soaked.
It isn't a case of the dam bursting, it's been springing leaks for years and everyone is already soaked.
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Cody Kociemba has posted a project on GitHub with the promise of reviving old Nest Thermostats
www.androidpolice.com/google-pulle...
#google #ewaste #rightToRepair
www.androidpolice.com/google-pulle...
#google #ewaste #rightToRepair
Google pulled the plug on Nest Thermostats, but you can now bring them back to life
A second chance
www.androidpolice.com
November 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Cody Kociemba has posted a project on GitHub with the promise of reviving old Nest Thermostats
www.androidpolice.com/google-pulle...
#google #ewaste #rightToRepair
www.androidpolice.com/google-pulle...
#google #ewaste #rightToRepair
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Fuck it I don’t care anymore
January 1, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Fuck it I don’t care anymore
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a big part of the issue surrounding the use of chatgpt/LLMs in academic research comes down to process vs. product. a lot of us know that the process of doing research matters because that's where intellectual work is done; but some "academics" and lots of techies only care about a fast product
December 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
a big part of the issue surrounding the use of chatgpt/LLMs in academic research comes down to process vs. product. a lot of us know that the process of doing research matters because that's where intellectual work is done; but some "academics" and lots of techies only care about a fast product
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“Hold on there, Dale. It says we should sand
between coats.”
between coats.”
December 19, 2025 at 11:05 PM
“Hold on there, Dale. It says we should sand
between coats.”
between coats.”
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We noticed a rising interest regarding the use of AI in browsers. To be clear about our position on this: Zen currently is disabling all AI features included in Firefox and will continue to do so.
Mozilla’s new CEO is doubling down on an AI future for Firefox
Mozilla’s new CEO is doubling down on an AI future for Firefox
Anthony Enzor-DeMeo is taking charge of one of the internet’s most important — and most complicated — companies.
buff.ly
December 16, 2025 at 8:24 PM
We noticed a rising interest regarding the use of AI in browsers. To be clear about our position on this: Zen currently is disabling all AI features included in Firefox and will continue to do so.
mrhenrymorris.substack.com/p/jonathan-g... The whole piece is superbly written! It perfectly encapsulates the aimless, yet determined, rabidity of minor politicians who achieved something, but nothing really appropriate to that position, through their efforts to misunderstand what or who they are
Jonathan Gullis, The Seagull's Lament
A New Yorker Profile
mrhenrymorris.substack.com
December 3, 2025 at 11:19 AM
mrhenrymorris.substack.com/p/jonathan-g... The whole piece is superbly written! It perfectly encapsulates the aimless, yet determined, rabidity of minor politicians who achieved something, but nothing really appropriate to that position, through their efforts to misunderstand what or who they are
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I contributed the entry on Japan for this BFI intro to melodrama from around the world to coincide with their ongoing season, Too Much: Melodrama on Film
Around the world in melodrama: 9 countries, 45 essential films
From Hollywood tearjerkers to Chinese tales of passion and loss, melodrama has shaped cinema across cultures. Our trip around the globe explores how filmmakers worldwide have embraced heightened emoti...
www.bfi.org.uk
November 27, 2025 at 1:05 PM
I contributed the entry on Japan for this BFI intro to melodrama from around the world to coincide with their ongoing season, Too Much: Melodrama on Film
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Last chance to turn it off.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
October 31, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Maybe the clocks didn't change. Maybe we did.
March 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Maybe the clocks didn't change. Maybe we did.
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Thank you to the Select Committee in the House of Lords for the opportunity to discuss the comprehensive safeguards in the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - none of which currently exist. The Bill addresses the failing status quo provides safe & compassionate #ChoiceAtTheEndOfLife
@kimleadbeatermp.bsky.social describes the world-leading safeguards in assisted dying Bill - incl. many eligibility conversations, a multi-disc. panel for extra oversight, and new offences on coercion. None of which exist under the status quo. #YesToDignity
October 24, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Thank you to the Select Committee in the House of Lords for the opportunity to discuss the comprehensive safeguards in the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - none of which currently exist. The Bill addresses the failing status quo provides safe & compassionate #ChoiceAtTheEndOfLife
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Obsidian Web Clipper 0.11.9 has a new "embedded" mode that opens in the page instead of a popup
This means you can use highlighter and interpreter in multiple browser tabs, at the same time
This means you can use highlighter and interpreter in multiple browser tabs, at the same time
August 16, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Obsidian Web Clipper 0.11.9 has a new "embedded" mode that opens in the page instead of a popup
This means you can use highlighter and interpreter in multiple browser tabs, at the same time
This means you can use highlighter and interpreter in multiple browser tabs, at the same time
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Why does Ed Wood still matter? Will Sloan dives into the cult icon’s legacy in Ed Wood: Made in Hollywood, USA — now on YouTube.
📺 Watch: youtu.be/cqFx0-09WV8
📚 Book: orbooks.com/catalog/ed-w...
📺 Watch: youtu.be/cqFx0-09WV8
📚 Book: orbooks.com/catalog/ed-w...
July 10, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Why does Ed Wood still matter? Will Sloan dives into the cult icon’s legacy in Ed Wood: Made in Hollywood, USA — now on YouTube.
📺 Watch: youtu.be/cqFx0-09WV8
📚 Book: orbooks.com/catalog/ed-w...
📺 Watch: youtu.be/cqFx0-09WV8
📚 Book: orbooks.com/catalog/ed-w...
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Today's the day. Let's finally get some common sense legislation through for those with terminal illness.
As medical professionals, let's empower our patients. Hand them autonomy. Let them decide. The Bill is a progressive beacon for terminally-ill adults and I support it. #YesToDignity
As medical professionals, let's empower our patients. Hand them autonomy. Let them decide. The Bill is a progressive beacon for terminally-ill adults and I support it. #YesToDignity
Kim Leadbeater concludes her opening speech by telling MPs that this reform "is rigorous, practical and safe and is rooted in the principles that should underpin any legislation. Compassion, justice and human dignity."
#'YesToDignity
#'YesToDignity
June 20, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Today's the day. Let's finally get some common sense legislation through for those with terminal illness.
As medical professionals, let's empower our patients. Hand them autonomy. Let them decide. The Bill is a progressive beacon for terminally-ill adults and I support it. #YesToDignity
As medical professionals, let's empower our patients. Hand them autonomy. Let them decide. The Bill is a progressive beacon for terminally-ill adults and I support it. #YesToDignity
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Happy Father’s Day!
It’s not too late to gift a Private Eye subscription.
➡️ All subs options here: www.subsonline.co.uk
It’s not too late to gift a Private Eye subscription.
➡️ All subs options here: www.subsonline.co.uk
June 15, 2025 at 6:35 AM
Happy Father’s Day!
It’s not too late to gift a Private Eye subscription.
➡️ All subs options here: www.subsonline.co.uk
It’s not too late to gift a Private Eye subscription.
➡️ All subs options here: www.subsonline.co.uk
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As a philosophy major who adored symbolic logic courses, this may be my favorite cartoon ever.
May 25, 2025 at 5:06 AM
As a philosophy major who adored symbolic logic courses, this may be my favorite cartoon ever.
These creators are making a film about Mark Fisher this year. There's a release/tour date of September 2025. However, their website has some interesting stuff on it right now. www.closeandremote.net/portfolio/we...
We Are Making A Film About Mark Fisher
We Are Making a Film About Mark Fisher is not a documentary. Less biography than collective memory-work, the project inhabits the gaps and glitches in cultural time where Fisher’s voice still reson…
www.closeandremote.net
May 17, 2025 at 1:16 PM
These creators are making a film about Mark Fisher this year. There's a release/tour date of September 2025. However, their website has some interesting stuff on it right now. www.closeandremote.net/portfolio/we...
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May 7, 2025 at 7:30 AM
"Looks like I picked the wrong week to start reading Hannah Arendt's book, 'The Origins of Totalitarianism'," in the UK.
May 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
"Looks like I picked the wrong week to start reading Hannah Arendt's book, 'The Origins of Totalitarianism'," in the UK.
Episode 178, in which @nowakedoc.bsky.social @rickleephilos.bsky.social & @drleighmjohnson.bsky.social are joined by Dr. Peg Birmingham to talk about "Totalitarianism" is now live on YouTube.
This is a DO NOT MISS episode if there every was one. Please share widely!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHrL...
This is a DO NOT MISS episode if there every was one. Please share widely!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHrL...
Episode 178: Totalitarianism (with Peg Birmingham)
YouTube video by Hotel Bar Sessions podcast
www.youtube.com
April 20, 2025 at 5:15 AM
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British Antarctic Survey
From the new Private Eye, out now.
From the new Private Eye, out now.
February 21, 2025 at 12:03 PM
British Antarctic Survey
From the new Private Eye, out now.
From the new Private Eye, out now.
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for @lwlies.com i wrote about chantal akerman and trying to make sense of losing someone to suicide. the way we look through the things left behind like clues, to try and tell a story that makes sense of the senseless, one that we can never quite find.
lwlies.com/articles/mak...
lwlies.com/articles/mak...
Making Sense of Life Without Her: On Chantal Akerman
lwlies.com
February 20, 2025 at 5:28 PM
for @lwlies.com i wrote about chantal akerman and trying to make sense of losing someone to suicide. the way we look through the things left behind like clues, to try and tell a story that makes sense of the senseless, one that we can never quite find.
lwlies.com/articles/mak...
lwlies.com/articles/mak...
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Jeanne Dielman may be the ‘best film of all time’, but Akerman’s cinema made a commitment to the interminability of the present artreview.com/chantal-aker...
Chantal Akerman, Forever Out of Time
Jeanne Dielman may be the ‘best film of all time’, but Akerman’s cinema made a commitment to the interminability of the present
artreview.com
February 19, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Jeanne Dielman may be the ‘best film of all time’, but Akerman’s cinema made a commitment to the interminability of the present artreview.com/chantal-aker...