Paul H
@paulus-maximus.bsky.social
Writer, biker, wonderer, wanderer.
Gutted to hear of the sad loss of legend Chris Rea.
RIP rockin' dude.
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RIP rockin' dude.
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December 22, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Gutted to hear of the sad loss of legend Chris Rea.
RIP rockin' dude.
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RIP rockin' dude.
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Who else had an orange tint, and liked putting their name on things?
Akhenaten.
This is where the #OSG is heading.
Akhenaten.
This is where the #OSG is heading.
The president's name was added to the sign outside the performing arts center.
Trump Ignores Law and Sticks His Name on Kennedy Center
The name of the president was added to the sign outside the performing arts center.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Who else had an orange tint, and liked putting their name on things?
Akhenaten.
This is where the #OSG is heading.
Akhenaten.
This is where the #OSG is heading.
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.”
― George Orwell, 1984
― George Orwell, 1984
🇭🇺🙃 “It’s not entirely clear who attacked whom,” Orban says of Russia’s war against Ukraine.
He expressed doubt that Russia was the one who carried out the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, criticizing the EU leaders’ decision to fund Kyiv.
He expressed doubt that Russia was the one who carried out the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, criticizing the EU leaders’ decision to fund Kyiv.
December 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.”
― George Orwell, 1984
― George Orwell, 1984
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Georgia.
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Moldova.
Pootin said he wasn't going to invade Ukraine.
Pootin says a lot of things.
This is not propaganda.
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Moldova.
Pootin said he wasn't going to invade Ukraine.
Pootin says a lot of things.
This is not propaganda.
🇸🇰❗️🇺🇦 Fico: For three years we were told Russia is losing… and suddenly we’re told Russia will attack the whole world.
How can someone attack the whole world who a year ago wasn’t able to occupy one dusty road?
Propaganda is the same in the West and in the East… just the opposite version.
How can someone attack the whole world who a year ago wasn’t able to occupy one dusty road?
Propaganda is the same in the West and in the East… just the opposite version.
December 19, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Georgia.
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Moldova.
Pootin said he wasn't going to invade Ukraine.
Pootin says a lot of things.
This is not propaganda.
Pootin said he wasn't going to attack Moldova.
Pootin said he wasn't going to invade Ukraine.
Pootin says a lot of things.
This is not propaganda.
WTF was that?
Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured at Armagh observatory
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Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured at Armagh observatory
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Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured
An astronomer at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium has captured what is believed to be the first video recording of a lunar impact flash made from the island of Ireland.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:34 PM
WTF was that?
Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured at Armagh observatory
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Rare footage of lunar impact flash captured at Armagh observatory
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This new development of the #AlcubierreDrive by #SonnyWhite intrigues me greatly.
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New Warp-Drive Propulsion Concept Moves Fictional Starships Closer to Engineering Reality
A new warp-drive study proposes a novel segmented design that brings hyper-fast space travel one step closer to becoming a reality.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM
This new development of the #AlcubierreDrive by #SonnyWhite intrigues me greatly.
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More temptations for you www.theguardian.com/books/2025/d...
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – review roundup
Halcyon Years by Alastair Reynolds; Paris Fantastique by Nicholas Royle; All Tomorrows by CM Kosemen; The Salt Oracle by Lorraine Wilson; The Witching Hour by various authors
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December 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
More temptations for you www.theguardian.com/books/2025/d...
While not underestimating the need for grid upgrades that are sustainable and renewables based, this is good news.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Ireland Set to End Moratorium on New Power Links to Data Centers
Ireland has lifted its de-facto ban on connecting new data centers to the electricity grid around Dublin — a move that brings clarity for the industry on energy requirements for new facilities.
www.bloomberg.com
December 12, 2025 at 12:17 PM
While not underestimating the need for grid upgrades that are sustainable and renewables based, this is good news.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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I am available to debate Minister Patrick O'Donovan directly on his plan for internet regulation, if he would like to defend it.
December 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
I am available to debate Minister Patrick O'Donovan directly on his plan for internet regulation, if he would like to defend it.
Once again, my spirit animal leads the way...
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Raccoon goes on drunken rampage in Virginia liquor store and passes out on bathroom floor | CNN
The masked burglar broke into the closed Virginia liquor store early on Saturday and hit the bottom shelf, where the scotch and whisky were stored. The bandit was something of a nocturnal menace: Bott...
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December 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Once again, my spirit animal leads the way...
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I've had days where I've been the speaker and the listener here...
November 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
I've had days where I've been the speaker and the listener here...
This makes me very happy! I have been lucky enough to share a stage with some of the Irish companies doing wonderful things in this industry!
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#Space #EuropeanSpaceAgency
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#Space #EuropeanSpaceAgency
Companies record €24m in European Space Agency contracts
Irish companies secured a record €24 million in European Space Agency contracts in 2024, according to a new report.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:20 AM
This makes me very happy! I have been lucky enough to share a stage with some of the Irish companies doing wonderful things in this industry!
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#Space #EuropeanSpaceAgency
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#Space #EuropeanSpaceAgency
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There is an extended version of it
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
There is an extended version of it
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Fox: Americans are hurting financially. Only 25% saying they're currently satisfied with the US economy. More than 50% of Americans say that inflation is completely out of control. So who's to blame? Our polling shows 46% of Americans think they've been hurt by Trump's economic policies.
November 20, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Fox: Americans are hurting financially. Only 25% saying they're currently satisfied with the US economy. More than 50% of Americans say that inflation is completely out of control. So who's to blame? Our polling shows 46% of Americans think they've been hurt by Trump's economic policies.
So many inspiring examples of the use of #AI for good at the #AIAwardsIRL now in its 7th year.
November 18, 2025 at 11:48 AM
So many inspiring examples of the use of #AI for good at the #AIAwardsIRL now in its 7th year.
Who are the likely candidates for the Finance job?
NEW: Paschal Donohoe is resigning as MInister for Finance, and as a TD, in order to take up a role with the World Bank in Washington. Announcement expected after this morning's Cabinet meeting. @virginmedianews.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Who are the likely candidates for the Finance job?
While this is unsurprising, it is a huge loss for government.
NEW: Paschal Donohoe is resigning as MInister for Finance, and as a TD, in order to take up a role with the World Bank in Washington. Announcement expected after this morning's Cabinet meeting. @virginmedianews.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 9:51 AM
While this is unsurprising, it is a huge loss for government.
Proceedings about to kick off at the #AIAwardsIRL Good luck to all the nominees!
November 18, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Proceedings about to kick off at the #AIAwardsIRL Good luck to all the nominees!
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I’m gifting this article so you can read it without a subscription.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
I’m gifting this article so you can read it without a subscription.
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Trump sues Everybody!
November 11, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Trump sues Everybody!
Saddened to hear the news of the passing of Quentin Willson.
Always liked his polished yet easy style of presenting.
RIP suave chap.
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Always liked his polished yet easy style of presenting.
RIP suave chap.
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Quentin Willson: Former Top Gear and Fifth Gear presenter dies aged 68
The presenter and campaigner was described by his family as a "true national treasure" and "true consumer champion".
www.bbc.com
November 8, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Saddened to hear the news of the passing of Quentin Willson.
Always liked his polished yet easy style of presenting.
RIP suave chap.
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Always liked his polished yet easy style of presenting.
RIP suave chap.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
‘Every Billionaire Is a Policy Failure’ - Oxfam
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November 7, 2025 at 9:40 AM
‘Every Billionaire Is a Policy Failure’ - Oxfam
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I hope I half the mental capacity, eloquence and clarity of thought that this magnificent woman has when I'm 91.
She's a legend.
She's a legend.
November 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
I hope I half the mental capacity, eloquence and clarity of thought that this magnificent woman has when I'm 91.
She's a legend.
She's a legend.