Maintman
@maintman.bsky.social
Aston Villa Fan. Common sense thinking, Nature Lover.
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Ukraine's special forces hit 3 Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, targeting vital systems. At Filanovsky & Korchagin fields, turbine ventilation units were damaged, causing shutdowns. The Grayfer platform’s power module was hit, forcing a full stop.
January 11, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Ukraine's special forces hit 3 Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, targeting vital systems. At Filanovsky & Korchagin fields, turbine ventilation units were damaged, causing shutdowns. The Grayfer platform’s power module was hit, forcing a full stop.
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A destroyed Russian TOS-1 "Solntsepyok", one of Russia's rarest heavy flamethrower systems, with only around 60 in their arsenal. According to Oryx, 34 of these systems have already been lost by Russia.
January 11, 2026 at 9:15 PM
A destroyed Russian TOS-1 "Solntsepyok", one of Russia's rarest heavy flamethrower systems, with only around 60 in their arsenal. According to Oryx, 34 of these systems have already been lost by Russia.
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Experience Jodi's pure joy when she hears, "Sir Terry Pratchett recommended that I read your books." 🔥 #BookRecommendation #TerryPratchett
January 9, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Experience Jodi's pure joy when she hears, "Sir Terry Pratchett recommended that I read your books." 🔥 #BookRecommendation #TerryPratchett
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San Francisco’s Ocean Beach!
January 10, 2026 at 10:57 PM
San Francisco’s Ocean Beach!
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Do you know how many Labour MPs are now on Bluesky?
It's now over 300 out of the 400 or so MPs!
And many do post!
I've created starter packs and a list!
Firstly the list:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
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It's now over 300 out of the 400 or so MPs!
And many do post!
I've created starter packs and a list!
Firstly the list:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
1/5
January 11, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Do you know how many Labour MPs are now on Bluesky?
It's now over 300 out of the 400 or so MPs!
And many do post!
I've created starter packs and a list!
Firstly the list:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
1/5
It's now over 300 out of the 400 or so MPs!
And many do post!
I've created starter packs and a list!
Firstly the list:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
1/5
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In news you may have missed...
In response to the growing protests in Iran, the leaders of the UK, France and Germany issues a join 'leaders declaration' on Friday, 9th Jan 2026.
The statement is included in the subsequent posts.
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In response to the growing protests in Iran, the leaders of the UK, France and Germany issues a join 'leaders declaration' on Friday, 9th Jan 2026.
The statement is included in the subsequent posts.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:50 PM
In news you may have missed...
In response to the growing protests in Iran, the leaders of the UK, France and Germany issues a join 'leaders declaration' on Friday, 9th Jan 2026.
The statement is included in the subsequent posts.
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In response to the growing protests in Iran, the leaders of the UK, France and Germany issues a join 'leaders declaration' on Friday, 9th Jan 2026.
The statement is included in the subsequent posts.
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The statement says:
"We are deeply concerned about reports of violence by Iranian security forces, and strongly condemn the killing of protestors."
"The Iranian authorities have the responsibility to protect their own population and..."
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"We are deeply concerned about reports of violence by Iranian security forces, and strongly condemn the killing of protestors."
"The Iranian authorities have the responsibility to protect their own population and..."
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January 11, 2026 at 6:50 PM
The statement says:
"We are deeply concerned about reports of violence by Iranian security forces, and strongly condemn the killing of protestors."
"The Iranian authorities have the responsibility to protect their own population and..."
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"We are deeply concerned about reports of violence by Iranian security forces, and strongly condemn the killing of protestors."
"The Iranian authorities have the responsibility to protect their own population and..."
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"...must allow for the freedom of expression and peaceful assembly without fear of reprisal."
"We urge the Iranian authorities to exercise restraint, to refrain from violence, and to uphold the fundamental rights of Iran’s citizens."
Other countries have also issued similar statements.
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"We urge the Iranian authorities to exercise restraint, to refrain from violence, and to uphold the fundamental rights of Iran’s citizens."
Other countries have also issued similar statements.
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Leaders’ Declaration of France, the United Kingdom and Germany on the situation in Iran: 9 January 2026
Leaders’ Declaration of France, the United Kingdom and Germany on the situation in Iran.
www.gov.uk
January 11, 2026 at 6:50 PM
"...must allow for the freedom of expression and peaceful assembly without fear of reprisal."
"We urge the Iranian authorities to exercise restraint, to refrain from violence, and to uphold the fundamental rights of Iran’s citizens."
Other countries have also issued similar statements.
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"We urge the Iranian authorities to exercise restraint, to refrain from violence, and to uphold the fundamental rights of Iran’s citizens."
Other countries have also issued similar statements.
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“Please do not come to the US, we are not the same country we were 4 months ago. It’s not safe here anymore.”
Vid. Credit: danieljlawson88 on threads
Vid. Credit: danieljlawson88 on threads
January 11, 2026 at 7:17 PM
“Please do not come to the US, we are not the same country we were 4 months ago. It’s not safe here anymore.”
Vid. Credit: danieljlawson88 on threads
Vid. Credit: danieljlawson88 on threads
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Protesters target hotel alleged to be hosting ICE agents. "Masked demonstrators... stormed the Canopy Hotel, with hundreds massed outside, to vent their rage over [Renee] Good’s death on January 7. Swarms of protesters shattered windows and chanted ‘f**k ICE’..." www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
Hundreds of masked anti-ICE protesters besiege Minneapolis hotel
Masked demonstrators, drowning the streets with their whistles and bells, stormed the Canopy Hotel, with hundreds massed outside to vent their rage over Good's death on January 7.
www.dailymail.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 2:04 AM
Protesters target hotel alleged to be hosting ICE agents. "Masked demonstrators... stormed the Canopy Hotel, with hundreds massed outside, to vent their rage over [Renee] Good’s death on January 7. Swarms of protesters shattered windows and chanted ‘f**k ICE’..." www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
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That awkward moment when your past foreign policy faceplants in real time.
January 11, 2026 at 4:32 PM
That awkward moment when your past foreign policy faceplants in real time.
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During his visit to Kyiv, British Defence Secretary John Healey’s train had to make an emergency stop after it came under a rocket‑drone attack nearby, the Daily Mail reports. Local officials said at least four people were killed in the strike that same day.
January 11, 2026 at 6:04 PM
During his visit to Kyiv, British Defence Secretary John Healey’s train had to make an emergency stop after it came under a rocket‑drone attack nearby, the Daily Mail reports. Local officials said at least four people were killed in the strike that same day.
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Meanwhile, in about 250 million years time…
“It’s a fossil human. They ruled the earth millions of years ago, but went extinct.”
“What happened, mummy? Was it a meteorite?”
“No darling; they were just epic f*ckwits.”
#PlaymobilInfestation
“It’s a fossil human. They ruled the earth millions of years ago, but went extinct.”
“What happened, mummy? Was it a meteorite?”
“No darling; they were just epic f*ckwits.”
#PlaymobilInfestation
January 11, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Meanwhile, in about 250 million years time…
“It’s a fossil human. They ruled the earth millions of years ago, but went extinct.”
“What happened, mummy? Was it a meteorite?”
“No darling; they were just epic f*ckwits.”
#PlaymobilInfestation
“It’s a fossil human. They ruled the earth millions of years ago, but went extinct.”
“What happened, mummy? Was it a meteorite?”
“No darling; they were just epic f*ckwits.”
#PlaymobilInfestation
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Boubacar Kamara will be checked over tomorrow, with Unai Emery saying, "hopefully it's not a big injury."
#AVFC
#AVFC
Boubacar Kamra injury latest as Unai Emery confirms Aston Villa blow
Boubacar Kamara came off injured in Aston Villa's victory at Tottenham in the FA Cup
www.birminghammail.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Boubacar Kamara will be checked over tomorrow, with Unai Emery saying, "hopefully it's not a big injury."
#AVFC
#AVFC
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The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
Call off the King’s visit to the US for the 250th anniversary of America's independence
With the current political chaos in the US and Trump’s failure to adhere to international norms, and given his apparent obsession with the Monarchy, calling off this visit would send a powerful messag...
you.38degrees.org.uk
January 11, 2026 at 8:37 PM
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
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Zelensky says government and regional teams spent the day focused on restoring electricity, heating and infrastructure. Repair crews, emergency services and state companies are working across Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, despite severe winter weather.
January 11, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Zelensky says government and regional teams spent the day focused on restoring electricity, heating and infrastructure. Repair crews, emergency services and state companies are working across Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, despite severe winter weather.
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
Call off the King’s visit to the US for the 250th anniversary of America's independence
With the current political chaos in the US and Trump’s failure to adhere to international norms, and given his apparent obsession with the Monarchy, calling off this visit would send a powerful messag...
you.38degrees.org.uk
January 11, 2026 at 8:37 PM
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
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The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
Call off the King’s visit to the US for the 250th anniversary of America's independence
With the current political chaos in the US and Trump’s failure to adhere to international norms, and given his apparent obsession with the Monarchy, calling off this visit would send a powerful messag...
you.38degrees.org.uk
January 11, 2026 at 9:20 AM
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
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Here’s Reformoron Councillor Grimes spewing his usual thick-as-pig-shit “common sense”, dragging tourist tax into a deranged anti–net zero rant. Fossil fuels hoover up £20bn more in subsidies than renewables. If green gets cut, slash oil and gas too. Thick Reform clowns haven’t got a clue.
January 11, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Here’s Reformoron Councillor Grimes spewing his usual thick-as-pig-shit “common sense”, dragging tourist tax into a deranged anti–net zero rant. Fossil fuels hoover up £20bn more in subsidies than renewables. If green gets cut, slash oil and gas too. Thick Reform clowns haven’t got a clue.
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NEW: The Government has rated councils in England as red, amber or green based on how well they’re fixing potholes using government funding. Guess which councils are performing the worst. #ukpolitics
January 11, 2026 at 10:31 AM
NEW: The Government has rated councils in England as red, amber or green based on how well they’re fixing potholes using government funding. Guess which councils are performing the worst. #ukpolitics
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Russia is waging exhausting position battles for small villages, destroyed towns and a frontline that moves in small increments (Russia occupied about 0,72% of Ukrainian territory in 2025, having killed and injured hundreds of thousands of its soldiers).
January 11, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Russia is waging exhausting position battles for small villages, destroyed towns and a frontline that moves in small increments (Russia occupied about 0,72% of Ukrainian territory in 2025, having killed and injured hundreds of thousands of its soldiers).
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George Cottrell joined Nigel Farage in another trip he funded to Belgium.
Farage, security guard, Cottrell.
Farage, security guard, Cottrell.
January 11, 2026 at 1:20 PM
George Cottrell joined Nigel Farage in another trip he funded to Belgium.
Farage, security guard, Cottrell.
Farage, security guard, Cottrell.
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US 'Big Brother', blames the victim.
January 11, 2026 at 2:50 PM
US 'Big Brother', blames the victim.
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“We know what his real priorities are… Reform UK don’t care about working class kids or their families.” 💯
https://leftfootforward.org/2026/01/reform-dont-care-about-working-class-kids-tuc-slams-nigel-farage-for-opposing-lifting-of-two-child-cap/
https://leftfootforward.org/2026/01/reform-dont-care-about-working-class-kids-tuc-slams-nigel-farage-for-opposing-lifting-of-two-child-cap/
‘Reform don’t care about working class kids’: TUC slams Nigel Farage for opposing lifting of two-child cap
“We know what his real priorities are…Reform don’t care about working class kids or their families.”
leftfootforward.org
January 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
“We know what his real priorities are… Reform UK don’t care about working class kids or their families.” 💯
https://leftfootforward.org/2026/01/reform-dont-care-about-working-class-kids-tuc-slams-nigel-farage-for-opposing-lifting-of-two-child-cap/
https://leftfootforward.org/2026/01/reform-dont-care-about-working-class-kids-tuc-slams-nigel-farage-for-opposing-lifting-of-two-child-cap/
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Imagine being THIS stupid?
January 11, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Imagine being THIS stupid?