Pratab Ali
@prataba.bsky.social
Amateur photographer. landscape, insects, wildlife, stars. 20 plus years software engineer in telecoms.
Sci-fi: BSG, Startrek, Expanse, some Starwars. Mando and Grogu!
(Sorry, Large profiles with thousands of followers, I'm unlikely to follow you back)
Sci-fi: BSG, Startrek, Expanse, some Starwars. Mando and Grogu!
(Sorry, Large profiles with thousands of followers, I'm unlikely to follow you back)
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Pratab Ali
@prataba.bsky.social
· Nov 18
What have you bee'n up to?
I've been taking my Nikon 105mm micro lens for a spin.
(14th June 2021 - from Twitter)
I've been taking my Nikon 105mm micro lens for a spin.
(14th June 2021 - from Twitter)
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As the government launches its new policy over violence against women and girls, we go to Nigel Farage for Reform’s response.
December 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
As the government launches its new policy over violence against women and girls, we go to Nigel Farage for Reform’s response.
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More accurate
December 19, 2025 at 9:45 PM
More accurate
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There's a reason they call it Bee Balm. Brown-belted Bumblebee sleeping on Monarda citriodora. #fallbackflowers #fallback to June 18. #bumblebees #bees #nativeplants #insectthursday 🌱
December 18, 2025 at 2:40 PM
There's a reason they call it Bee Balm. Brown-belted Bumblebee sleeping on Monarda citriodora. #fallbackflowers #fallback to June 18. #bumblebees #bees #nativeplants #insectthursday 🌱
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December 19, 2025 at 10:19 PM
The #1 movie when you were 10 years old is how your 2026 is going to go.
I have to turn and burn.
I have to turn and burn.
December 19, 2025 at 3:38 PM
The #1 movie when you were 10 years old is how your 2026 is going to go.
I have to turn and burn.
I have to turn and burn.
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In case you missed the news: Applications for WOS Research Grants are now open! Get yours in by February 1. #ornithology wilsonsociety.org/awards/resea...
December 19, 2025 at 3:03 PM
In case you missed the news: Applications for WOS Research Grants are now open! Get yours in by February 1. #ornithology wilsonsociety.org/awards/resea...
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I’m deeply honored to earn the endorsement of State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid! He has been a fearless advocate for civil rights, economic justice, and accountability across Illinois.
So proud to stand alongside Rep. Rashid as we fight for a government that works for people, instead of corporations.
So proud to stand alongside Rep. Rashid as we fight for a government that works for people, instead of corporations.
December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
I’m deeply honored to earn the endorsement of State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid! He has been a fearless advocate for civil rights, economic justice, and accountability across Illinois.
So proud to stand alongside Rep. Rashid as we fight for a government that works for people, instead of corporations.
So proud to stand alongside Rep. Rashid as we fight for a government that works for people, instead of corporations.
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They are disappearing people. Listen to this. Nightmare. (And the longer they stay the more money core civic makes)
December 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
They are disappearing people. Listen to this. Nightmare. (And the longer they stay the more money core civic makes)
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Did you know? Scientists have un-discovered two species of Redpoll
Following investigations into their genetics and variation in plumage, the Lesser Redpoll, Common Redpoll and Arctic Redpoll are now lumped together as a single species; the Redpoll.
#ScienceFactFriday
Following investigations into their genetics and variation in plumage, the Lesser Redpoll, Common Redpoll and Arctic Redpoll are now lumped together as a single species; the Redpoll.
#ScienceFactFriday
December 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Did you know? Scientists have un-discovered two species of Redpoll
Following investigations into their genetics and variation in plumage, the Lesser Redpoll, Common Redpoll and Arctic Redpoll are now lumped together as a single species; the Redpoll.
#ScienceFactFriday
Following investigations into their genetics and variation in plumage, the Lesser Redpoll, Common Redpoll and Arctic Redpoll are now lumped together as a single species; the Redpoll.
#ScienceFactFriday
Life After #StarTrek #LowerDecks
@shelfnerds.bsky.social @abbymsommer.bsky.social @shuttlepodtwo.bsky.social
@seanferrick.bsky.social
Guys! my sleepy town in the UK has its first Shaxs "Cardassian occupation era Bajoran Cuisine" restaurant and takeaway.
* Legal reasons different spelling Shaks.
@shelfnerds.bsky.social @abbymsommer.bsky.social @shuttlepodtwo.bsky.social
@seanferrick.bsky.social
Guys! my sleepy town in the UK has its first Shaxs "Cardassian occupation era Bajoran Cuisine" restaurant and takeaway.
* Legal reasons different spelling Shaks.
December 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Life After #StarTrek #LowerDecks
@shelfnerds.bsky.social @abbymsommer.bsky.social @shuttlepodtwo.bsky.social
@seanferrick.bsky.social
Guys! my sleepy town in the UK has its first Shaxs "Cardassian occupation era Bajoran Cuisine" restaurant and takeaway.
* Legal reasons different spelling Shaks.
@shelfnerds.bsky.social @abbymsommer.bsky.social @shuttlepodtwo.bsky.social
@seanferrick.bsky.social
Guys! my sleepy town in the UK has its first Shaxs "Cardassian occupation era Bajoran Cuisine" restaurant and takeaway.
* Legal reasons different spelling Shaks.
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**🚀NEW EPISODE ALERT🚀**
@abbymsommer.bsky.social and @shelfnerds.bsky.social travel to Cold Station 12 to meet Doctor Lucas and watch as Soong’s relationship with his Augments gets more complicated.
Also, they chat “Space Seed” and “Tomorrow x3” connections!
@abbymsommer.bsky.social and @shelfnerds.bsky.social travel to Cold Station 12 to meet Doctor Lucas and watch as Soong’s relationship with his Augments gets more complicated.
Also, they chat “Space Seed” and “Tomorrow x3” connections!
December 19, 2025 at 2:51 PM
**🚀NEW EPISODE ALERT🚀**
@abbymsommer.bsky.social and @shelfnerds.bsky.social travel to Cold Station 12 to meet Doctor Lucas and watch as Soong’s relationship with his Augments gets more complicated.
Also, they chat “Space Seed” and “Tomorrow x3” connections!
@abbymsommer.bsky.social and @shelfnerds.bsky.social travel to Cold Station 12 to meet Doctor Lucas and watch as Soong’s relationship with his Augments gets more complicated.
Also, they chat “Space Seed” and “Tomorrow x3” connections!
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The line between Trump’s administration and the Wild-West world of pop culture influencers and pseudo-celebrity has gotten thinner and thinner.
voxdotcom.visitlink.me/FfRGQd
voxdotcom.visitlink.me/FfRGQd
December 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The line between Trump’s administration and the Wild-West world of pop culture influencers and pseudo-celebrity has gotten thinner and thinner.
voxdotcom.visitlink.me/FfRGQd
voxdotcom.visitlink.me/FfRGQd
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Time is running out to renew your WOS membership for 2026 (if you haven't already). Thank you for being part of our community! wilson.wildapricot.org
December 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Time is running out to renew your WOS membership for 2026 (if you haven't already). Thank you for being part of our community! wilson.wildapricot.org
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President Donald Trump says he wants Americans to have more babies. However, there is one method for conceiving children that thousands of people use every year, but that has divided the Trump White House and the larger MAGA coalition: in vitro fertilization (IVF). voxdotcom.visitlink.me/6R0edY
December 18, 2025 at 5:33 PM
President Donald Trump says he wants Americans to have more babies. However, there is one method for conceiving children that thousands of people use every year, but that has divided the Trump White House and the larger MAGA coalition: in vitro fertilization (IVF). voxdotcom.visitlink.me/6R0edY
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Old age and treachery beats youth & vigor. The juvenile heron on the right was all bossy until the elder heron decided "enough" and lunged. Shortly after, the juvie flew away. 🪶 (it was entertaining to watch)
December 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Old age and treachery beats youth & vigor. The juvenile heron on the right was all bossy until the elder heron decided "enough" and lunged. Shortly after, the juvie flew away. 🪶 (it was entertaining to watch)
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Check out Roisin Kearney's interview with Documentary filmmaker Éamon Little here:
www.filmireland.net/article-the-...
And Mutale Kampuni's review of the film here:
www.filmireland.net/review-born-...
www.filmireland.net/article-the-...
And Mutale Kampuni's review of the film here:
www.filmireland.net/review-born-...
Article: The Great Reset the World Really Needs: In Conversation with 'Born That Way' Filmmaker
This week at the IFI, filmmaker and activist Róisín Kearney saw Born That Way, a film that hits very close to home. She spoke with filmmaker Éamon Little to learn more about his important documentary.
www.filmireland.net
December 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Check out Roisin Kearney's interview with Documentary filmmaker Éamon Little here:
www.filmireland.net/article-the-...
And Mutale Kampuni's review of the film here:
www.filmireland.net/review-born-...
www.filmireland.net/article-the-...
And Mutale Kampuni's review of the film here:
www.filmireland.net/review-born-...
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"Patrick’s story calls forth the story of the Camphill Movement and articulates an approach to life that struggles for survival in today’s world."
Powerful documentary Born That Way will be broadcast on RTE One and the RTÉ Player at 10.15pm this evening.
about.rte.ie/2025/12/10/d...
Powerful documentary Born That Way will be broadcast on RTE One and the RTÉ Player at 10.15pm this evening.
about.rte.ie/2025/12/10/d...
December 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
"Patrick’s story calls forth the story of the Camphill Movement and articulates an approach to life that struggles for survival in today’s world."
Powerful documentary Born That Way will be broadcast on RTE One and the RTÉ Player at 10.15pm this evening.
about.rte.ie/2025/12/10/d...
Powerful documentary Born That Way will be broadcast on RTE One and the RTÉ Player at 10.15pm this evening.
about.rte.ie/2025/12/10/d...
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The Trump administration is moving to dismantle a critically important climate research center in Colorado. Here are the implications:
Trump is breaking apart a scientific crown jewel
The National Center for Atmospheric Research is a treasure. The Trump administration wants to dismantle it.
voxdotcom.visitlink.me
December 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The Trump administration is moving to dismantle a critically important climate research center in Colorado. Here are the implications:
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1 year ago, @vancityreynolds.bsky.social made me wear a terrible sweater... youtu.be/8zY0dZr8t28?...
Deadpool and Kidpool Help SickKids
YouTube video by Ryan Reynolds
youtu.be
December 18, 2025 at 2:56 PM
1 year ago, @vancityreynolds.bsky.social made me wear a terrible sweater... youtu.be/8zY0dZr8t28?...
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It's official: We'll surpass 1.5 C. This major climate target has been dead for years. This year, people are finally acknowledging it.
So, what happens now?
@umairfan.bsky.social for @vox.com: www.vox.com/climate/4726...
So, what happens now?
@umairfan.bsky.social for @vox.com: www.vox.com/climate/4726...
We’re passing a dangerous global warming threshold — but we’re not doomed
This major climate target has been dead for years. Now, people are finally acknowledging it.
www.vox.com
December 18, 2025 at 3:25 PM
It's official: We'll surpass 1.5 C. This major climate target has been dead for years. This year, people are finally acknowledging it.
So, what happens now?
@umairfan.bsky.social for @vox.com: www.vox.com/climate/4726...
So, what happens now?
@umairfan.bsky.social for @vox.com: www.vox.com/climate/4726...
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Which #StarTrek infirmary would you prefer to recuperate in?
I'm talking of the setting/environment, and not the physicians. Imagine you're alone.
If I remember correctly, only ENT has curtains for privacy.🤣
TNG Enterprise-D
VOY Voyager
DS9 Station
ENT NX-01
I'm talking of the setting/environment, and not the physicians. Imagine you're alone.
If I remember correctly, only ENT has curtains for privacy.🤣
TNG Enterprise-D
VOY Voyager
DS9 Station
ENT NX-01
December 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Which #StarTrek infirmary would you prefer to recuperate in?
I'm talking of the setting/environment, and not the physicians. Imagine you're alone.
If I remember correctly, only ENT has curtains for privacy.🤣
TNG Enterprise-D
VOY Voyager
DS9 Station
ENT NX-01
I'm talking of the setting/environment, and not the physicians. Imagine you're alone.
If I remember correctly, only ENT has curtains for privacy.🤣
TNG Enterprise-D
VOY Voyager
DS9 Station
ENT NX-01
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Mwinzi was far more interested in the tasty snack lurking in his Keeper's pocket than the branches proffered to him. Today, he's still driven by his tummy: his Keepers observe that he sneaks off for hours-long solo feasts in the bush! Adopt Mwinzi: swt.bio/mwinzi
December 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Mwinzi was far more interested in the tasty snack lurking in his Keeper's pocket than the branches proffered to him. Today, he's still driven by his tummy: his Keepers observe that he sneaks off for hours-long solo feasts in the bush! Adopt Mwinzi: swt.bio/mwinzi
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Latest articles from the WJO - Integrating historical records and citizen science data to understand bird responses to climate change in Concord, Massachusetts: Thoreau to eBird. #ornithology doi.org/10.1080/1559...
December 18, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Latest articles from the WJO - Integrating historical records and citizen science data to understand bird responses to climate change in Concord, Massachusetts: Thoreau to eBird. #ornithology doi.org/10.1080/1559...