Liam O’Toole
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Cool Runnings 2.0: Jamaica’s #bobsleigh crew want their own #Hollywood ending
Chris Stokes, part of the 1988 team that inspired a film, is setting lofty goals as head of Jamaica’s bobsleigh federation
#Winter #Olympics 2026
#coolrunnings #jamaica
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Chris Stokes, part of the 1988 team that inspired a film, is setting lofty goals as head of Jamaica’s bobsleigh federation
#Winter #Olympics 2026
#coolrunnings #jamaica
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Cool Runnings 2.0: Jamaica’s bobsleigh crew want their own Hollywood ending
Chris Stokes, part of the 1988 team that inspired a film, is setting lofty goals as head of Jamaica’s bobsleigh federation
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February 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Cool Runnings 2.0: Jamaica’s #bobsleigh crew want their own #Hollywood ending
Chris Stokes, part of the 1988 team that inspired a film, is setting lofty goals as head of Jamaica’s bobsleigh federation
#Winter #Olympics 2026
#coolrunnings #jamaica
lrot.link/jkf6lu
Chris Stokes, part of the 1988 team that inspired a film, is setting lofty goals as head of Jamaica’s bobsleigh federation
#Winter #Olympics 2026
#coolrunnings #jamaica
lrot.link/jkf6lu
Here’s one they didn’t make earlier … in 1980
When an industrial dispute at Television Centre left the Blue Peter studio devoid of both furniture and sets, the plucky presenters sat on the floor and presented the entire programme from an empty studio
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#bluepeter #bbc
When an industrial dispute at Television Centre left the Blue Peter studio devoid of both furniture and sets, the plucky presenters sat on the floor and presented the entire programme from an empty studio
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Or via my bio
#bluepeter #bbc
1980: When Blue Peter Broadcast from an Empty Studio | BBC Archive
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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February 1, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Here’s one they didn’t make earlier … in 1980
When an industrial dispute at Television Centre left the Blue Peter studio devoid of both furniture and sets, the plucky presenters sat on the floor and presented the entire programme from an empty studio
lrot.link/n3qzha
Or via my bio
#bluepeter #bbc
When an industrial dispute at Television Centre left the Blue Peter studio devoid of both furniture and sets, the plucky presenters sat on the floor and presented the entire programme from an empty studio
lrot.link/n3qzha
Or via my bio
#bluepeter #bbc
‘It’s astonishing how well it has lasted’
Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge
Despite repair problems, its admirers say Thomas Telford’s Menai Bridge is good for another two centuries
#porthaethwy #PontGrogyBorth #AfonMenai #YnysMon #MenaiBridge #Anglesey
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Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge
Despite repair problems, its admirers say Thomas Telford’s Menai Bridge is good for another two centuries
#porthaethwy #PontGrogyBorth #AfonMenai #YnysMon #MenaiBridge #Anglesey
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‘It’s astonishing how well it has lasted’: Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge
Despite repair problems, its admirers say Thomas Telford’s Menai Bridge is good for another two centuries
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February 1, 2026 at 1:47 PM
‘It’s astonishing how well it has lasted’
Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge
Despite repair problems, its admirers say Thomas Telford’s Menai Bridge is good for another two centuries
#porthaethwy #PontGrogyBorth #AfonMenai #YnysMon #MenaiBridge #Anglesey
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Anglesey marks 200th anniversary of beloved bridge
Despite repair problems, its admirers say Thomas Telford’s Menai Bridge is good for another two centuries
#porthaethwy #PontGrogyBorth #AfonMenai #YnysMon #MenaiBridge #Anglesey
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#Uber has surrendered its private hire operator licence to operate in Southend-on-Sea, less than two months after being formally approved by the city council to enter the local market
Interesting … Why? Story below
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Interesting … Why? Story below
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LICENCE SURRENDERED: Uber quits Southend market weeks after green light
Uber has surrendered its private hire operator licence to operate in Southend-on-Sea, less than two months after being formally approved by the city council to enter the local market.Southend-on-Sea C...
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January 31, 2026 at 11:56 AM
#Uber has surrendered its private hire operator licence to operate in Southend-on-Sea, less than two months after being formally approved by the city council to enter the local market
Interesting … Why? Story below
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Interesting … Why? Story below
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Vodafone to hook up #Crete with 180 Tbps #subsea cable
#Greece is on its way to becoming an international connectivity hub, as #Vodafone prepares to deploy a new 340-kilometre #cable system
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#Greece is on its way to becoming an international connectivity hub, as #Vodafone prepares to deploy a new 340-kilometre #cable system
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Vodafone to hook up Crete with 180 Tbps subsea cable
Greece is on its way to becoming an international connectivity hub, as Vodafone prepares to deploy a new 340-kilometre cable system.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:19 PM
For months now, stories have been emerging about #holidaymakers being turned away from their #flights due to having invalid #passports
A lot of the confusion has been around whether or not a passport has #expired
Sounds simple, doesn't it?
lrot.link/dfdnjw
#EU #EuropeanUnion #Passport #ExpiryDate
A lot of the confusion has been around whether or not a passport has #expired
Sounds simple, doesn't it?
lrot.link/dfdnjw
#EU #EuropeanUnion #Passport #ExpiryDate
All you need to know about 10-year passport rule that's been catching out British holidaymakers
Britons heading abroad are still being caught out by the Brexit passport rule, which changed how long the document is valid for.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:35 PM
For months now, stories have been emerging about #holidaymakers being turned away from their #flights due to having invalid #passports
A lot of the confusion has been around whether or not a passport has #expired
Sounds simple, doesn't it?
lrot.link/dfdnjw
#EU #EuropeanUnion #Passport #ExpiryDate
A lot of the confusion has been around whether or not a passport has #expired
Sounds simple, doesn't it?
lrot.link/dfdnjw
#EU #EuropeanUnion #Passport #ExpiryDate
Alan Turing was a visionary mathematician, scientist and codebreaker whose key role in deciphering the Enigma code during World War II reached a wide audience in the acclaimed 2014 film ‘The Imitation Game’.
@manlitphil.bsky.social
#alanturing
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@manlitphil.bsky.social
#alanturing
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Alan Turing
Alan Turing was a visionary mathematician, scientist and codebreaker whose key role in deciphering the Enigma code during World War II reached a wide audience in the acclaimed 2014 film ‘The Imitation...
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January 28, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Alan Turing was a visionary mathematician, scientist and codebreaker whose key role in deciphering the Enigma code during World War II reached a wide audience in the acclaimed 2014 film ‘The Imitation Game’.
@manlitphil.bsky.social
#alanturing
lrot.link/tv3hhf
@manlitphil.bsky.social
#alanturing
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#Taxi #Conference 2026 brings taxi and private hire operators together with regulators, enforcement and industry experts for a one day, face to face conference at #Walsall Town Hall.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
@instoflicensing
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Wednesday 11th March 2026
@instoflicensing
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Taxi Conference 2026 - Institute of Licensing (IoL)
From April 2026, primate owners in England must hold a legal primate licence. New rules ensure expert vet care, proper housing, and enrichment for high animal welfare.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:08 PM
#Taxi #Conference 2026 brings taxi and private hire operators together with regulators, enforcement and industry experts for a one day, face to face conference at #Walsall Town Hall.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
@instoflicensing
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Wednesday 11th March 2026
@instoflicensing
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What happens when eight million #Universal visitors need the loo?
A new theme park is forecast to attract millions of visitors and create thousands of jobs – and an awful lot of sewage
But the water treatment works close to Universal's planned site is already at capacity
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A new theme park is forecast to attract millions of visitors and create thousands of jobs – and an awful lot of sewage
But the water treatment works close to Universal's planned site is already at capacity
lrot.link/fqr7kx
What will be the impact of Universal UK on Bedfordshire sewage system?
The system that will deal with sewage from Universal UK does not currently have capacity.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:11 AM
What happens when eight million #Universal visitors need the loo?
A new theme park is forecast to attract millions of visitors and create thousands of jobs – and an awful lot of sewage
But the water treatment works close to Universal's planned site is already at capacity
lrot.link/fqr7kx
A new theme park is forecast to attract millions of visitors and create thousands of jobs – and an awful lot of sewage
But the water treatment works close to Universal's planned site is already at capacity
lrot.link/fqr7kx
Explore the world of #Banksy, featuring approximately 200 carefully recreated works inspired by the anonymous street art icon, experienced by more than 3.5 million visitors across 36 cities — making its UK debut in #Manchester
Opens 13th March 2026
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Opens 13th March 2026
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The Mystery of Banky in Manchester
Dive into a Banksy tribute at Depot Mayfield Manchester, an unprecedented collection of 200 iconic works, bold vibes, and mystery-packed street art energy.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Explore the world of #Banksy, featuring approximately 200 carefully recreated works inspired by the anonymous street art icon, experienced by more than 3.5 million visitors across 36 cities — making its UK debut in #Manchester
Opens 13th March 2026
lrot.link/0jurro
Opens 13th March 2026
lrot.link/0jurro
The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will see five countries withdraw, The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Iceland, as well as three countries returning, Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova.
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Five Withdraw, Three Return: So Who Wins From That?
Would Efendi score more points for Azerbaijan in 2026 rather than 2021 (Image Credit: EBU / Thomas Hanses)
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January 27, 2026 at 4:12 PM
The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will see five countries withdraw, The Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Iceland, as well as three countries returning, Bulgaria, Romania and Moldova.
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Picture / Message of the day from 5 years ago
January 26, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Picture / Message of the day from 5 years ago
Picture of Day - just a pair of random shoes left on the Manchester Metrolink from 7 years ago @metrolink.bsky.social
January 25, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Picture of Day - just a pair of random shoes left on the Manchester Metrolink from 7 years ago @metrolink.bsky.social
149 Million Usernames and Passwords Exposed by Unsecured Database
This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware
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This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware
lrot.link/j2tait
149 Million Usernames and Passwords Exposed by Unsecured Database
This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:13 PM
149 Million Usernames and Passwords Exposed by Unsecured Database
This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware
lrot.link/j2tait
This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware
lrot.link/j2tait
Hundreds of #illegal #dumps are operating across England, including at least 11 so-called "super sites" containing tens of thousands of tonnes of #rubbish
Most sites are in #countryside locations, often hidden, and on what should be #agricultural land.
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Most sites are in #countryside locations, often hidden, and on what should be #agricultural land.
lrot.link/998rxa
Supersized illegal waste dumps hidden across English countryside
A BBC investigation uncovers how criminals are operating huge illegal rubbish tips across the country.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Hundreds of #illegal #dumps are operating across England, including at least 11 so-called "super sites" containing tens of thousands of tonnes of #rubbish
Most sites are in #countryside locations, often hidden, and on what should be #agricultural land.
lrot.link/998rxa
Most sites are in #countryside locations, often hidden, and on what should be #agricultural land.
lrot.link/998rxa
Major UK supermarkets launch investigations after shocking food waste claims
The chains have been accused of sending edible food to landfill
While supermarkets are encouraged to partner with schemes like Neighbourly and FareShare, there is currently no legislation to do so
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The chains have been accused of sending edible food to landfill
While supermarkets are encouraged to partner with schemes like Neighbourly and FareShare, there is currently no legislation to do so
lrot.link/yi5xgm
Major UK supermarkets launch investigations after shocking food waste claims
The chains have been accused of sending edible food to landfill
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January 22, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Major UK supermarkets launch investigations after shocking food waste claims
The chains have been accused of sending edible food to landfill
While supermarkets are encouraged to partner with schemes like Neighbourly and FareShare, there is currently no legislation to do so
lrot.link/yi5xgm
The chains have been accused of sending edible food to landfill
While supermarkets are encouraged to partner with schemes like Neighbourly and FareShare, there is currently no legislation to do so
lrot.link/yi5xgm
Cyber attack would wipe out over 10% of UK businesses
The message from Vodafone Business is clear: UK businesses are woefully underprepared for what could be coming their way, including failing to implement even the simplest preventative measures
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#cyber
The message from Vodafone Business is clear: UK businesses are woefully underprepared for what could be coming their way, including failing to implement even the simplest preventative measures
lrot.link/gx4mmt
#cyber
Cyber attack would wipe out over 10% of UK businesses – Vodafone
More than one in 10 UK businesses would be unlikely to survive a cyber attack, according to a new study from Vodafone Business.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Cyber attack would wipe out over 10% of UK businesses
The message from Vodafone Business is clear: UK businesses are woefully underprepared for what could be coming their way, including failing to implement even the simplest preventative measures
lrot.link/gx4mmt
#cyber
The message from Vodafone Business is clear: UK businesses are woefully underprepared for what could be coming their way, including failing to implement even the simplest preventative measures
lrot.link/gx4mmt
#cyber
The ‘Best Toilets’ In The Country Have Officially Been Named
The awards recognise the need for ‘away from home’ washrooms to be of the highest standard in terms of accessibility, hygiene, repair and facilities
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The awards recognise the need for ‘away from home’ washrooms to be of the highest standard in terms of accessibility, hygiene, repair and facilities
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This Award-Winning Shopping Centre In Greater Manchester Is Home To Some Of The 'Best Toilets' In The UK
A Greater Manchester shopping centre has won three titles at the Loo of the Year Awards 2026, including the best changing room facilities.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:16 AM
The ‘Best Toilets’ In The Country Have Officially Been Named
The awards recognise the need for ‘away from home’ washrooms to be of the highest standard in terms of accessibility, hygiene, repair and facilities
lrot.link/25n129
The awards recognise the need for ‘away from home’ washrooms to be of the highest standard in terms of accessibility, hygiene, repair and facilities
lrot.link/25n129
Top Loch Ness Monster hunter gives final verdict after 52 years of searching
Was it just a wild goose chase?
#animals #lochnessmonster #weirdnews
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Was it just a wild goose chase?
#animals #lochnessmonster #weirdnews
lrot.link/hk9ur6
Top Loch Ness Monster hunter gives final verdict after 52 years of searching
Adrian Shine has spent over five decades chasing the mythical creature that supposedly stalks Scotland's Loch Ness, but now believes Nessie doesn't exist.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Top Loch Ness Monster hunter gives final verdict after 52 years of searching
Was it just a wild goose chase?
#animals #lochnessmonster #weirdnews
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Was it just a wild goose chase?
#animals #lochnessmonster #weirdnews
lrot.link/hk9ur6
Dude, the history behind the word #dude is wild
For any child of the 80s or 90s the word ‘dude’ conjures up a specific vibe
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For any child of the 80s or 90s the word ‘dude’ conjures up a specific vibe
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Dude, the history behind the word dude is wild
The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Dude, the history behind the word #dude is wild
For any child of the 80s or 90s the word ‘dude’ conjures up a specific vibe
lrot.link/qx0ob2
For any child of the 80s or 90s the word ‘dude’ conjures up a specific vibe
lrot.link/qx0ob2
The lost books of the Manchester Central Library: scandal or conspiracy theory?
A quarter of a million volumes were disposed of in circumstances that remain deeply contested
@manchestermill.bsky.social
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A quarter of a million volumes were disposed of in circumstances that remain deeply contested
@manchestermill.bsky.social
lrot.link/enr84e
The lost books of Central Library: scandal or conspiracy theory?
A quarter of a million volumes were disposed of in circumstances that remain deeply contested. Some former workers accuse the council of a cover up
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January 19, 2026 at 7:25 PM
The lost books of the Manchester Central Library: scandal or conspiracy theory?
A quarter of a million volumes were disposed of in circumstances that remain deeply contested
@manchestermill.bsky.social
lrot.link/enr84e
A quarter of a million volumes were disposed of in circumstances that remain deeply contested
@manchestermill.bsky.social
lrot.link/enr84e