Tom Phillips
@tiphillips.bsky.social
Retired from Dairy farm consultancy and Agricultural Science Academic. Mt Taranaki my favourite mountain, Melbourne the best city! Now in the UK, gardening & cooking
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The attacks on Venezuela are a flagrant breach of international and US law, and Trump’s own words make it clear that control and exploitation of their massive oil reserves is his current priority
And end to fossil fuels is vital to stop fueling wars, as well as the climate crisis
And end to fossil fuels is vital to stop fueling wars, as well as the climate crisis
Greenpeace International calls for protection of Venezuelan people amid oil-driven US intervention - Greenpeace International
Greenpeace International is deeply concerned about the most recent illegal military action by President Donald Trump against Venezuela.
www.greenpeace.org
January 5, 2026 at 8:54 AM
The attacks on Venezuela are a flagrant breach of international and US law, and Trump’s own words make it clear that control and exploitation of their massive oil reserves is his current priority
And end to fossil fuels is vital to stop fueling wars, as well as the climate crisis
And end to fossil fuels is vital to stop fueling wars, as well as the climate crisis
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We probably need to rethink our alliances, pushing for stronger EU ties as the US becomes more unhinged.
I don't see NATO being an effective barrier to Trump invading Greenland, especially as we can't even condemn the hypothetical.
I don't see NATO being an effective barrier to Trump invading Greenland, especially as we can't even condemn the hypothetical.
Jeez. Greenland is in the NATO alliance. How hard can this be?
January 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM
We probably need to rethink our alliances, pushing for stronger EU ties as the US becomes more unhinged.
I don't see NATO being an effective barrier to Trump invading Greenland, especially as we can't even condemn the hypothetical.
I don't see NATO being an effective barrier to Trump invading Greenland, especially as we can't even condemn the hypothetical.
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Look I understand that diplomacy is hard as hell in the Trump era and that post Brexit Britain is isolated and weakened - but the very least we might expect from the 6th largest economy on Earth is that it might have the guts to stick up for it's neighbours and allie.
France reiterates its support of Denmark and Greenland sovereignty after renewed Trump threats reut.rs/3Nt6F77
France reiterates its support of Denmark and Greenland sovereignty after renewed Trump threats
France reiterated on Monday its support of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Denmark and Greenland following renewed threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to take over Greenland.
reut.rs
January 5, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Look I understand that diplomacy is hard as hell in the Trump era and that post Brexit Britain is isolated and weakened - but the very least we might expect from the 6th largest economy on Earth is that it might have the guts to stick up for it's neighbours and allie.
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The leaders of all Nordic countries - Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland - express their strong support for Denmark and Greenland.
What a time to live in, where this needs to be said.
What a time to live in, where this needs to be said.
January 5, 2026 at 7:39 AM
The leaders of all Nordic countries - Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland - express their strong support for Denmark and Greenland.
What a time to live in, where this needs to be said.
What a time to live in, where this needs to be said.
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Half a Manapouri. In a month.
"Australia’s rooftop solar market climbed by 22% in the past month with the latest data revealing that 334 MW of small-scale PV capacity was installed on household and business roofs across the country in December 2025"
So near, and yet so far from the minds of the clowns that govern us
So near, and yet so far from the minds of the clowns that govern us
Rooftop solar installs rise as households turn to bigger systems
Australia’s rooftop solar market climbed by 22% in the past month with the latest data revealing that 334 MW of small-scale PV capacity was installed on household and business roofs across the country...
www.pv-magazine-australia.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Half a Manapouri. In a month.
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Eighty ‘one in, one out’ asylum seekers accuse UK of degrading treatment
Eighty ‘one in, one out’ asylum seekers accuse UK of degrading treatment
Detainees being held under controversial scheme say Home Office has caused them ‘severe psychological harm’
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UK politics live – latest updates
Eighty asylum seekers detained in preparation for being returned to France under the UK government’s controversial “one in, one out” scheme have called on UN bodies to investigate their treatment. claiming they have suffered “fear, humiliation, and psychological distress” at the hands of the Home Office since arriving in the UK in small boats.
The detainees have compiled a document, “Report on conditions and treatment at Harmondsworth immigration removal centre”, which claims they have been treated unjustly by the Home Office since arriving in the UK on small boats. Harmondsworth is one of two detention centres close to Heathrow airport in London. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Eighty ‘one in, one out’ asylum seekers accuse UK of degrading treatment
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Trump’s coup in Venezuela didn’t just break the rules – it showed there aren’t any. We’ll all regret that | Nesrine Malik
Trump’s coup in Venezuela didn’t just break the rules – it showed there aren’t any. We’ll all regret that | Nesrine Malik
It’s not just the triumphalism in the White House. Leaders loth to oppose this gangsterism must think how that looks to Putin, Xi and in the UAE, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:43 AM
Trump’s coup in Venezuela didn’t just break the rules – it showed there aren’t any. We’ll all regret that | Nesrine Malik
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Not commenting on Venezuela is one thing, but Starmer's ministers not even being willing to say "no of course the US shouldn't invade a peaceful sovereign democratic NATO country, which is one of our closest allies" is quite another.
January 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Not commenting on Venezuela is one thing, but Starmer's ministers not even being willing to say "no of course the US shouldn't invade a peaceful sovereign democratic NATO country, which is one of our closest allies" is quite another.
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My prediction for the New Year is that Donald Trump will slowly become the most unpopular President in US history and he will find a way to cancel or rig the mid term elections if he looks like losing them. This man is no real ally of Britain
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion...
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion...
I predict Donald Trump will become the most unpopular President in US history - Andy Brown
At the start of a new year it is tempting to try and predict what it will bring. Since I’ve never been very good at resisting temptation, here are my best efforts. Made in the full expectation that ev...
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 7:44 AM
My prediction for the New Year is that Donald Trump will slowly become the most unpopular President in US history and he will find a way to cancel or rig the mid term elections if he looks like losing them. This man is no real ally of Britain
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion...
www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion...
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“Predatory imperialism” describes it perfectly and 77,303,568 Americans voted for this.
www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/a...
www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/a...
The return of the US's predatory imperialism
EDITORIAL. The US military attack in Caracas, Venezuela, and capture of Nicolas Maduro show that Washington now claims full rights over what it considers its backyard.
www.lemonde.fr
January 5, 2026 at 2:57 AM
“Predatory imperialism” describes it perfectly and 77,303,568 Americans voted for this.
www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/a...
www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/a...
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THREAD: Viral misinformation on US capture of Nicolas Maduro - 4 January
This video, shared by Alex Jones and others, falsely claims to show millions of Venezuelans in Caracas celebrating Maduro's capture.
In fact, it shows anti-Maduro protests in July 2024 over a highly disputed election.
This video, shared by Alex Jones and others, falsely claims to show millions of Venezuelans in Caracas celebrating Maduro's capture.
In fact, it shows anti-Maduro protests in July 2024 over a highly disputed election.
January 4, 2026 at 7:29 PM
THREAD: Viral misinformation on US capture of Nicolas Maduro - 4 January
This video, shared by Alex Jones and others, falsely claims to show millions of Venezuelans in Caracas celebrating Maduro's capture.
In fact, it shows anti-Maduro protests in July 2024 over a highly disputed election.
This video, shared by Alex Jones and others, falsely claims to show millions of Venezuelans in Caracas celebrating Maduro's capture.
In fact, it shows anti-Maduro protests in July 2024 over a highly disputed election.
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Given everything happening right now, I updated this article with options for weather apps, web forms, and translation services — along with some tweaks to existing categories.
I hope it helps your transition off US tech!
I hope it helps your transition off US tech!
Silicon Valley’s alliance with Donald Trump was a mask off moment and showed the world we can’t depend on US tech companies.
For the past few months, I’ve been trying to get off US tech and I put together a guide so you find alternatives too. I hope you find it helpful!
For the past few months, I’ve been trying to get off US tech and I put together a guide so you find alternatives too. I hope you find it helpful!
Getting off US tech: a guide
I’m in the process of dropping US tech services. Here’s how I did it, and options you should consider.
www.disconnect.blog
January 4, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Given everything happening right now, I updated this article with options for weather apps, web forms, and translation services — along with some tweaks to existing categories.
I hope it helps your transition off US tech!
I hope it helps your transition off US tech!
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From Washington to Europe, the same organisations keep appearing – Heritage, Heartland, Koch-linked groups – pushing identical anti-net zero scripts & climate change scepticism.
It’s a coordinated, well-funded project of fossil fuel money, think tanks, tech giants & political operatives
It’s a coordinated, well-funded project of fossil fuel money, think tanks, tech giants & political operatives
Inside MAGA’s worldwide campaign to undermine climate science
What began as US culture war politics has become a well-funded, coordinated global campaign to undermine climate science and democracy
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 6:41 AM
From Washington to Europe, the same organisations keep appearing – Heritage, Heartland, Koch-linked groups – pushing identical anti-net zero scripts & climate change scepticism.
It’s a coordinated, well-funded project of fossil fuel money, think tanks, tech giants & political operatives
It’s a coordinated, well-funded project of fossil fuel money, think tanks, tech giants & political operatives
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First Venezuela, next Greenland?
You don't suck up to bullies like Trump, he will just see it as a sign of weakness.
Keir Starmer needs to get on the phone to our European allies including the Danish PM, and show a united front against Trump's threats.
You don't suck up to bullies like Trump, he will just see it as a sign of weakness.
Keir Starmer needs to get on the phone to our European allies including the Danish PM, and show a united front against Trump's threats.
January 4, 2026 at 3:12 PM
First Venezuela, next Greenland?
You don't suck up to bullies like Trump, he will just see it as a sign of weakness.
Keir Starmer needs to get on the phone to our European allies including the Danish PM, and show a united front against Trump's threats.
You don't suck up to bullies like Trump, he will just see it as a sign of weakness.
Keir Starmer needs to get on the phone to our European allies including the Danish PM, and show a united front against Trump's threats.
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Darren Jones saying repeatedly the Labour Government won't comment on a hypothetical.
It's not hypothetical - Trump is saying very loudly repeatedly what he's done and boasting about it.
And yet the UK Government won't even say it's a breach of international rules. Shameful.
It's not hypothetical - Trump is saying very loudly repeatedly what he's done and boasting about it.
And yet the UK Government won't even say it's a breach of international rules. Shameful.
January 5, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Darren Jones saying repeatedly the Labour Government won't comment on a hypothetical.
It's not hypothetical - Trump is saying very loudly repeatedly what he's done and boasting about it.
And yet the UK Government won't even say it's a breach of international rules. Shameful.
It's not hypothetical - Trump is saying very loudly repeatedly what he's done and boasting about it.
And yet the UK Government won't even say it's a breach of international rules. Shameful.
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This is an argument that reduces Britain to complete vassel status.
Is there *any* US action, no matter how deplorable or contrary to British interests, that he would opposed?
This kind of cravenness only encourages Trump to go further and faster, confirming (accurately) in his mind his methods.
Is there *any* US action, no matter how deplorable or contrary to British interests, that he would opposed?
This kind of cravenness only encourages Trump to go further and faster, confirming (accurately) in his mind his methods.
Keir Starmer: "I constantly remind myself that 24/7 our defence, our security & our intelligent relationship with the US matters probably more than any other relationship we've got in the world and it would not be in our national interest to weaken that in any way"
January 5, 2026 at 8:04 AM
This is an argument that reduces Britain to complete vassel status.
Is there *any* US action, no matter how deplorable or contrary to British interests, that he would opposed?
This kind of cravenness only encourages Trump to go further and faster, confirming (accurately) in his mind his methods.
Is there *any* US action, no matter how deplorable or contrary to British interests, that he would opposed?
This kind of cravenness only encourages Trump to go further and faster, confirming (accurately) in his mind his methods.
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Not one word of condemnation by our government of Trump's illegal act of war in Venezuela.
Not one word.
Not one word.
January 5, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Not one word of condemnation by our government of Trump's illegal act of war in Venezuela.
Not one word.
Not one word.
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Even if Trump never intends to invade Greenland, just suggesting it is destabilizing. Threatening a NATO ally forces alerts, fractures trust, & casts doubt on Article 5 if danger comes from within. That weakens deterrence across NATO nations. The only clear beneficiary of NATO instability is Russia.
Now Trump says "we" need Greenland.
Well done weak European leaders who tepidly criticized/welcomed Trump’s invasion of Venezuela yesterday.
You're next.
Well done weak European leaders who tepidly criticized/welcomed Trump’s invasion of Venezuela yesterday.
You're next.
January 4, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Even if Trump never intends to invade Greenland, just suggesting it is destabilizing. Threatening a NATO ally forces alerts, fractures trust, & casts doubt on Article 5 if danger comes from within. That weakens deterrence across NATO nations. The only clear beneficiary of NATO instability is Russia.
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Pictures that explain things.
Trees in Winter (back endpapers)
Artist: SR Badmin, 1963
Trees in Winter (back endpapers)
Artist: SR Badmin, 1963
January 4, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Pictures that explain things.
Trees in Winter (back endpapers)
Artist: SR Badmin, 1963
Trees in Winter (back endpapers)
Artist: SR Badmin, 1963
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We cannot become numb to the outrage of this. The wife of the President’s Senior Advisor threatens a sovereign nation.
January 4, 2026 at 11:45 PM
We cannot become numb to the outrage of this. The wife of the President’s Senior Advisor threatens a sovereign nation.
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All British media that I have seen, are reporting that the USA has 'captured' the President of Venezuela. They are all using Trump's term when the correct term is Kidnapped.
January 3, 2026 at 4:26 PM
All British media that I have seen, are reporting that the USA has 'captured' the President of Venezuela. They are all using Trump's term when the correct term is Kidnapped.
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‘Because Trump isn’t just a rogue, out-of-control president, America is a rogue state. And the longer we fail to acknowledge that, the more danger we are in.’
NEW: A mass propaganda event is about to engulf the US news cycle and what, if anything, survives it will be a lesson for our times.
But it’s what the rest of the world does now that’s key. When someone tells you who they are, believe them.
broligarchy.substack.com/p/the-threat...
But it’s what the rest of the world does now that’s key. When someone tells you who they are, believe them.
broligarchy.substack.com/p/the-threat...
January 4, 2026 at 12:50 AM
‘Because Trump isn’t just a rogue, out-of-control president, America is a rogue state. And the longer we fail to acknowledge that, the more danger we are in.’
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This poster is one of the best on here and I’m so sad we’re losing her because of the appalling harassment she has been subjected to. Of course she must look after herself. And the rest of us need to do whatever we can to challenge and change this cruel, sick, dangerous, culture.
I‘m discontinuing my social media use for the foreseeable future and I want to explain why.
I woke up in the new year to discover that some guy on here had saved photos I took on New Year’s Eve and used Grok to remove my clothes. I know this because he showed me.
I woke up in the new year to discover that some guy on here had saved photos I took on New Year’s Eve and used Grok to remove my clothes. I know this because he showed me.
January 4, 2026 at 11:26 AM
This poster is one of the best on here and I’m so sad we’re losing her because of the appalling harassment she has been subjected to. Of course she must look after herself. And the rest of us need to do whatever we can to challenge and change this cruel, sick, dangerous, culture.
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“19: Plant a tree in your front yard, and fight for street trees on your street, in your neighborhood, and across your city. There are literally dozens of ways they make life better on streets and in cities. It’s one of the best investments a city can make.” — @brenttoderian.bsky.social
January 3, 2026 at 9:23 PM
“19: Plant a tree in your front yard, and fight for street trees on your street, in your neighborhood, and across your city. There are literally dozens of ways they make life better on streets and in cities. It’s one of the best investments a city can make.” — @brenttoderian.bsky.social
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Absolutely. Time Europe pushed back hard. Time the UK rejoined Europe in doing so.
January 4, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Absolutely. Time Europe pushed back hard. Time the UK rejoined Europe in doing so.