Rev Peter W Nimmo
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Opening Prayers for the Fifth Sunday after Epiphany Year A (February 8 2026)
Part of a series of opening prayers for Sundays in the Revised Common Lectionary. They take their inspiration from the Scripture readings in the Lectionary. Worship leaders are welcome to use them for worship, but if you print or display any part of them, please credit the author. Comments welcome. The following prayers are for based on the readings for the…
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May the God of justice send his Spirit anew among us, that we might care for the hungry, the homeless and all in need; and strengthen us in doing good and seeking justice that our lights shine in the darkness of the world. #LectionaryPrayers for the Fifth Sunday after Epiphany Year A February 8 2026
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Because I'm updating them today, I'd like to remind #AncientBluesky that we have *FREELY ACCESSIBLE* Ancient Greek resources at the Open University! 🏺
First, we have a 16 hour free OpenLearn course, which takes you from learning the alphabet to reading simple sentences: www.open.edu/openlearn/hi...
First, we have a 16 hour free OpenLearn course, which takes you from learning the alphabet to reading simple sentences: www.open.edu/openlearn/hi...
Getting started on ancient Greek
This free course, Getting started on ancient Greek, offers a taster of the ancient Greek world through the study of one of its most distinctive and enduring features: its language.The course ...
www.open.edu
March 18, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Because I'm updating them today, I'd like to remind #AncientBluesky that we have *FREELY ACCESSIBLE* Ancient Greek resources at the Open University! 🏺
First, we have a 16 hour free OpenLearn course, which takes you from learning the alphabet to reading simple sentences: www.open.edu/openlearn/hi...
First, we have a 16 hour free OpenLearn course, which takes you from learning the alphabet to reading simple sentences: www.open.edu/openlearn/hi...
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There's no easy way to say this: isthmus
February 5, 2026 at 5:55 PM
There's no easy way to say this: isthmus
Mark Kermode doesn't enjoy "Melania"
youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
Mark Kermode reviews Melania
YouTube video by Kermode and Mayo's Take
youtube.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Mark Kermode doesn't enjoy "Melania"
youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
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I come like a prisoner to bring you a key.
By the hungry I will feed you,
by the poor I'll make you rich
By the broken I will mend you,
Tell me, which one is which?
By the hungry I will feed you,
by the poor I'll make you rich
By the broken I will mend you,
Tell me, which one is which?
Trump at the National Prayer Breakfast: "One of my favorite people, President Bukele ... he operates rather large prisons. Very strong prisons."
February 5, 2026 at 7:59 PM
I come like a prisoner to bring you a key.
By the hungry I will feed you,
by the poor I'll make you rich
By the broken I will mend you,
Tell me, which one is which?
By the hungry I will feed you,
by the poor I'll make you rich
By the broken I will mend you,
Tell me, which one is which?
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‘Can cork man stay afloat?’ was right there.
Cork man Morgan McSweeney is embroiled in a scandal over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK Ambassador to the US
Who is Irish Starmer aide at centre of Mandelson scandal?
www.rte.ie
February 5, 2026 at 6:06 PM
‘Can cork man stay afloat?’ was right there.
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The College Board Is Banning Students From Using Smart Glasses During the SATs
The College Board Is Banning Students From Using Smart Glasses During the SATs
Smart glasses are the ultimate cheating tool, and colleges know it.
gizmodo.com
February 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The College Board Is Banning Students From Using Smart Glasses During the SATs
Really? Did their star reporters discover that?
To increase Grok’s popularity, xAI embraced making sexualized material, rolling back guardrails and ignoring internal warnings about the risks of producing such content, according to more than a half-dozen former employees of X and xAI.
Inside Musk’s bet to hook users that turned Grok into a porn generator
Under pressure to boost its popularity, Elon Musk’s xAI loosened guardrails and relaxed controls on sexual content, setting off internal concern.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 5, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Really? Did their star reporters discover that?
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Bitcoin/Ethereum are supposed to be "digital gold" & the thing that is going to replace fiat currencies as the world's dominant medium of exchange & store of value. The true believers still believe this. So far, though, the primary use case continues to be criming, speculation, or both.
BTC vs gold vs USD, 6m vs 5yr
So currencies. Much medium of exchange. Very store of value.
Gold, at least, is performing the store of value function amidst the Trumpian uncertainty (bsky.app/profile/mcop...)
Crypto? Literally, this was supposed to be the one real use case besides the criming.
🧐🤷♂️
So currencies. Much medium of exchange. Very store of value.
Gold, at least, is performing the store of value function amidst the Trumpian uncertainty (bsky.app/profile/mcop...)
Crypto? Literally, this was supposed to be the one real use case besides the criming.
🧐🤷♂️
February 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Bitcoin/Ethereum are supposed to be "digital gold" & the thing that is going to replace fiat currencies as the world's dominant medium of exchange & store of value. The true believers still believe this. So far, though, the primary use case continues to be criming, speculation, or both.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Schengen border around Gibraltar from April. If the UK government doesn't get distracted by domestic stuff again and fails to sign the treaty.
www.chronicle.gi/spains-borde...
www.chronicle.gi/spains-borde...
Spain’s border with Gibraltar ‘last for EES rollout’
By Maria Jesus Corrales and Brian Reyes
The border between Gibraltar and La Linea will be the last in Spain where the Spanish government will implement the EU’s new automated border control system i...
www.chronicle.gi
February 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Schengen border around Gibraltar from April. If the UK government doesn't get distracted by domestic stuff again and fails to sign the treaty.
www.chronicle.gi/spains-borde...
www.chronicle.gi/spains-borde...
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I don't mind a National Prayer Breakfast but it should be honestly marketed.
How about the National Sell Your Soul to Beelzebub Breakfast?
How about the National Sell Your Soul to Beelzebub Breakfast?
February 5, 2026 at 3:47 PM
I don't mind a National Prayer Breakfast but it should be honestly marketed.
How about the National Sell Your Soul to Beelzebub Breakfast?
How about the National Sell Your Soul to Beelzebub Breakfast?
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this is not at all the professor’s fault, rather the Guadian subeditor’s, but it’s not at all accurate to describe them as self-driving taxis, at least in terms of #London, where the term “taxi” is protected in law, where it is not elsewhere in England.
'If London is to become a laboratory..." says this writer about testing driverless cars in the city. If London is the laboratory, the people of London become lab rats. I hope they rise up and stop this dangerous nonsense
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Self-driving taxis are coming to London – should we be worried? | Jack Stilgoe
Waymo’s cars were first rolled out in San Francisco, but the English capital’s old roads, pelican crossings and jaywalkers may pose issues for AI, says science and technology professor Jack Stilgoe
www.theguardian.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:16 PM
this is not at all the professor’s fault, rather the Guadian subeditor’s, but it’s not at all accurate to describe them as self-driving taxis, at least in terms of #London, where the term “taxi” is protected in law, where it is not elsewhere in England.
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⚡️ Nearly half of Russia’s civil aviation fleet has been grounded as the industry faces a massive safety crisis.
Russian Civil Aviation Faces Major Crisis as Nearly Half Aircraft Suspended for Defects
Russia's civil aviation sector faces scrutiny due to safety violations and the operation of technically flawed aircraft, says Rosaviatsiya.
united24media.com
February 5, 2026 at 4:48 PM
⚡️ Nearly half of Russia’s civil aviation fleet has been grounded as the industry faces a massive safety crisis.
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
Mark Kermode reviews "Melania".
The review is short on jokes, but makes a powerful case that it is utterly horrific. Bezos should be ashamed of what he made.
But billionaires are incapable of shame.
Mark Kermode reviews "Melania".
The review is short on jokes, but makes a powerful case that it is utterly horrific. Bezos should be ashamed of what he made.
But billionaires are incapable of shame.
Mark Kermode reviews Melania
YouTube video by Kermode and Mayo's Take
www.youtube.com
February 5, 2026 at 4:52 PM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...
Mark Kermode reviews "Melania".
The review is short on jokes, but makes a powerful case that it is utterly horrific. Bezos should be ashamed of what he made.
But billionaires are incapable of shame.
Mark Kermode reviews "Melania".
The review is short on jokes, but makes a powerful case that it is utterly horrific. Bezos should be ashamed of what he made.
But billionaires are incapable of shame.
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Bitcoin is down 7.5% from a day ago with a Forbes senior contributor writing that an “apocalypse” appears to be quietly emerging with crypto traders scrambling to get ahead of what could become a full-blown crash. www.forbes.com/sites/digita...
February 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Bitcoin is down 7.5% from a day ago with a Forbes senior contributor writing that an “apocalypse” appears to be quietly emerging with crypto traders scrambling to get ahead of what could become a full-blown crash. www.forbes.com/sites/digita...
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As casualties in Ukraine continue to mount, the Kremlin is seeking new sources of manpower.
Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military conscription, allowing year-round drafting and authorizing the use of reservists to guard critical infrastructure.
Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military conscription, allowing year-round drafting and authorizing the use of reservists to guard critical infrastructure.
As Russian losses in Ukraine mount, the Kremlin strains to avoid full mobilization
As casualties in Ukraine continue to mount, the Kremlin is seeking new sources of manpower while trying to avoid the political shock of full mobilization.
Just days before the New Year, Russian leade...
kyivindependent.com
February 5, 2026 at 5:02 PM
As casualties in Ukraine continue to mount, the Kremlin is seeking new sources of manpower.
Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military conscription, allowing year-round drafting and authorizing the use of reservists to guard critical infrastructure.
Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military conscription, allowing year-round drafting and authorizing the use of reservists to guard critical infrastructure.
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NEW: A Russian military court recently issued extensive and illegal sentences against nine deported Kherson Oblast residents. (1/9)
Russian Occupation Update, February 5, 2026: isw.pub/OccupationUp...
Russian Occupation Update, February 5, 2026: isw.pub/OccupationUp...
February 5, 2026 at 5:03 PM
NEW: A Russian military court recently issued extensive and illegal sentences against nine deported Kherson Oblast residents. (1/9)
Russian Occupation Update, February 5, 2026: isw.pub/OccupationUp...
Russian Occupation Update, February 5, 2026: isw.pub/OccupationUp...
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⚡️ Poland is sending a new military aid package to Ukraine.
Poland Prepares 48th Military Aid Package to Ukraine With Armored Vehicles and $214 Million
Poland has announced its 48th military aid package for Ukraine, which will include armored vehicles and significant financial support.
united24media.com
February 5, 2026 at 5:36 PM
⚡️ Poland is sending a new military aid package to Ukraine.
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🇸🇪 Swedes donated €400,000 in just five minutes to keep Ukraine warm as Russia bombs the energy grid.
February 5, 2026 at 5:41 PM
🇸🇪 Swedes donated €400,000 in just five minutes to keep Ukraine warm as Russia bombs the energy grid.
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Last week, Kazakhstan deported a dual Ukrainian-Russian citizen to Russia, where he was immediately arrested on charges of “treason.” The case points to a new level of coordination between the Kremlin and Kazakh authorities.
meduza.io/en/feature/2...
meduza.io/en/feature/2...
Deported in hours, a 25-year-old Crimean now faces life in a Russian prison. Rights experts warn his arrest reveals a chilling new extradition shortcut from Kazakhstan. — Meduza
Last week, Kazakhstan deported a dual Ukrainian-Russian citizen to Russia, where he was immediately arrested on treason charges. The 25-year-old IT specialist, Oleksandr Kachkurkin, moved from Crimea…
meduza.io
February 5, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Last week, Kazakhstan deported a dual Ukrainian-Russian citizen to Russia, where he was immediately arrested on charges of “treason.” The case points to a new level of coordination between the Kremlin and Kazakh authorities.
meduza.io/en/feature/2...
meduza.io/en/feature/2...
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5 Stage of Reform UK Policy
February 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
5 Stage of Reform UK Policy
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Reform UK’s New Leader in Wales: Dan Thomas
A horrific past in public service…
Interesting comment turned up on this article:
nation.cymru/news/dan-tho...
Scroll down to Lanto’s comment.
A horrific past in public service…
Interesting comment turned up on this article:
nation.cymru/news/dan-tho...
Scroll down to Lanto’s comment.
Reform UK unveils Dan Thomas as Welsh leader
Kyle Bright Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has revealed the party’s leader in Wales to be Dan Thomas, a former leader of Barnet Council in London, during a press conference in Newport. Mr Thomas grew u...
nation.cymru
February 5, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Reform UK’s New Leader in Wales: Dan Thomas
A horrific past in public service…
Interesting comment turned up on this article:
nation.cymru/news/dan-tho...
Scroll down to Lanto’s comment.
A horrific past in public service…
Interesting comment turned up on this article:
nation.cymru/news/dan-tho...
Scroll down to Lanto’s comment.
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Join the Office of Public Witness May 5-7 for an advocacy conference focused on peace in the Holy Land.
Learn from experts, strengthen faith-rooted advocacy skills, meet with members of Congress, and help raise a united Christian voice for peace in the Holy Land.
Learn more: jointsummit2026.com
Learn from experts, strengthen faith-rooted advocacy skills, meet with members of Congress, and help raise a united Christian voice for peace in the Holy Land.
Learn more: jointsummit2026.com
February 5, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Join the Office of Public Witness May 5-7 for an advocacy conference focused on peace in the Holy Land.
Learn from experts, strengthen faith-rooted advocacy skills, meet with members of Congress, and help raise a united Christian voice for peace in the Holy Land.
Learn more: jointsummit2026.com
Learn from experts, strengthen faith-rooted advocacy skills, meet with members of Congress, and help raise a united Christian voice for peace in the Holy Land.
Learn more: jointsummit2026.com
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A recent wargame exposed a critical weakness in NATO’s defense. By feigning a humanitarian crisis in Kaliningrad, the "Russian" team confused European leaders long enough to mine the Lithuanian border and effectively block a counterattack. meduza.io/en/feature/2...
He played Putin and broke NATO in three days. Alexander Gabuev, the scholar behind an alarming wargame, tells Meduza how he did it. — Meduza
Last December, the newspaper Die Welt partnered with military researchers at Helmut Schmidt University to simulate a Russian invasion of NATO. The exercise involved 16 participants, including…
meduza.io
February 5, 2026 at 7:36 PM
A recent wargame exposed a critical weakness in NATO’s defense. By feigning a humanitarian crisis in Kaliningrad, the "Russian" team confused European leaders long enough to mine the Lithuanian border and effectively block a counterattack. meduza.io/en/feature/2...
This needs to be shut down
⚡️ Russia is launching a new center in Paris to recruit and influence French teenagers.
Russia’s “International Youth Center” in Paris Aims to Recruit Teenagers for Soft Power Agenda
A new youth initiative in Paris aims to connect Russian and French teens through cultural exchange and a "School Diplomacy Club" for ages 14-17.
united24media.com
February 5, 2026 at 7:54 PM
This needs to be shut down