Shug Cumming
@shugley.bsky.social
Lefty union supporting anti monarchy, well awake and staying woken, railway worker
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I received a heartbreaking email today: A paper in a special issue I’m editing is being retracted because one of its authors is afraid of losing their job and their legal status in the U.S. if they publish a scientific study on evolution. Yes, on evolution, nature's engine of diversity.
March 29, 2025 at 11:52 PM
I received a heartbreaking email today: A paper in a special issue I’m editing is being retracted because one of its authors is afraid of losing their job and their legal status in the U.S. if they publish a scientific study on evolution. Yes, on evolution, nature's engine of diversity.
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Today's GB News TV advertisers include *Sky *Belgica *World Choice Sport *The Polish Tourism Org *Boxt *Staysure *BullardsGin *Freshpet *Gold Reserves *TrailFinders *Keens Belfast *All Clear Travel *RangefordLiving *Housing Units *Desira *Raging Bull Snacks action.goodlawproject.org/sky-stop-fun...
Sky must stop funding hate speech
CW: Homophobia, hate speech Sky launched its programme for Pride 2024 with a ringing declaration the company was “proud to celebrate LGBTQ+ stories”. But while it was posting shiny videos claiming to ...
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February 27, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Today's GB News TV advertisers include *Sky *Belgica *World Choice Sport *The Polish Tourism Org *Boxt *Staysure *BullardsGin *Freshpet *Gold Reserves *TrailFinders *Keens Belfast *All Clear Travel *RangefordLiving *Housing Units *Desira *Raging Bull Snacks action.goodlawproject.org/sky-stop-fun...
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Israel just went to war with Syria.
Didn't know about it? That's because it got barely any media coverage.
Why?
New post 👇
www.owenjones.news/p/israel-jus...
Didn't know about it? That's because it got barely any media coverage.
Why?
New post 👇
www.owenjones.news/p/israel-jus...
February 26, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Israel just went to war with Syria.
Didn't know about it? That's because it got barely any media coverage.
Why?
New post 👇
www.owenjones.news/p/israel-jus...
Didn't know about it? That's because it got barely any media coverage.
Why?
New post 👇
www.owenjones.news/p/israel-jus...
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Many will be heartened to read Marks & Spencer's bold statement that "We only work with suppliers who share our values": www.marksandspencer.com/c/integrity
Many will be puzzled that they are advertising with GB News, a channel accused of "demonising trans people at every opportunity".
Many will be puzzled that they are advertising with GB News, a channel accused of "demonising trans people at every opportunity".
Integrity | Ethical Initiatives | M&S
Shop the latest trends in Integrity at M&S. Order online for home delivery or free collection from your nearest store.
www.marksandspencer.com
February 26, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Many will be heartened to read Marks & Spencer's bold statement that "We only work with suppliers who share our values": www.marksandspencer.com/c/integrity
Many will be puzzled that they are advertising with GB News, a channel accused of "demonising trans people at every opportunity".
Many will be puzzled that they are advertising with GB News, a channel accused of "demonising trans people at every opportunity".
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‼️ NEW | Reform lead with ANOTHER pollster:
🟣 REF 26% (+1)
🔴 LAB 25% (-1)
🔵 CON 22% (-)
🟠 LD 12% (-)
🟢 GRN 7% (-1)
Via techneUK, 19-20 Feb (+/- vs 12-13 Feb)
🟣 REF 26% (+1)
🔴 LAB 25% (-1)
🔵 CON 22% (-)
🟠 LD 12% (-)
🟢 GRN 7% (-1)
Via techneUK, 19-20 Feb (+/- vs 12-13 Feb)
February 21, 2025 at 9:35 AM
‼️ NEW | Reform lead with ANOTHER pollster:
🟣 REF 26% (+1)
🔴 LAB 25% (-1)
🔵 CON 22% (-)
🟠 LD 12% (-)
🟢 GRN 7% (-1)
Via techneUK, 19-20 Feb (+/- vs 12-13 Feb)
🟣 REF 26% (+1)
🔴 LAB 25% (-1)
🔵 CON 22% (-)
🟠 LD 12% (-)
🟢 GRN 7% (-1)
Via techneUK, 19-20 Feb (+/- vs 12-13 Feb)
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We have exceeded our pledge to deliver 64,000 NHS surgeries and procedures by the end of March 2025.
By the end of January, with two months to go, we’ve already delivered over 75,500.
And with the record NHS funding in our Budget, @thesnp.bsky.social will keep reducing waiting times.
By the end of January, with two months to go, we’ve already delivered over 75,500.
And with the record NHS funding in our Budget, @thesnp.bsky.social will keep reducing waiting times.
February 20, 2025 at 5:57 PM
We have exceeded our pledge to deliver 64,000 NHS surgeries and procedures by the end of March 2025.
By the end of January, with two months to go, we’ve already delivered over 75,500.
And with the record NHS funding in our Budget, @thesnp.bsky.social will keep reducing waiting times.
By the end of January, with two months to go, we’ve already delivered over 75,500.
And with the record NHS funding in our Budget, @thesnp.bsky.social will keep reducing waiting times.
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🟥 The planned closure of Grangemouth refinery (financially encouraged by the UK Government) is a direct betrayal not just to the Grangemouth workers but it is also a betrayal to Scotland’s energy security.
February 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
🟥 The planned closure of Grangemouth refinery (financially encouraged by the UK Government) is a direct betrayal not just to the Grangemouth workers but it is also a betrayal to Scotland’s energy security.
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Elon Musk's DOGE fires FDA officials regulating his brain implant company
Who would have guessed..
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Who would have guessed..
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Elon Musk's DOGE fires FDA officials regulating his brain implant company: report
Some of the latest employees on the chopping block at tech billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency task force are Food and Drug Administration staff who oversee regulation of one o...
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February 18, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Elon Musk's DOGE fires FDA officials regulating his brain implant company
Who would have guessed..
www.rawstory.com/doge-neurali...
Who would have guessed..
www.rawstory.com/doge-neurali...
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🧵 When I said my government would leave no stone unturned to find the solutions to secure Grangemouth’s future, I meant it.
I’ve just set out some measures to Parliament seeking to protect workers and secure Grangemouth’s future. Here’s a thread 👇 1/8
I’ve just set out some measures to Parliament seeking to protect workers and secure Grangemouth’s future. Here’s a thread 👇 1/8
February 18, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🧵 When I said my government would leave no stone unturned to find the solutions to secure Grangemouth’s future, I meant it.
I’ve just set out some measures to Parliament seeking to protect workers and secure Grangemouth’s future. Here’s a thread 👇 1/8
I’ve just set out some measures to Parliament seeking to protect workers and secure Grangemouth’s future. Here’s a thread 👇 1/8
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👏👏👏!
⚠️ Content warning: homophobia ⚠️
We delivered over 70, 000 complaints to Ofcom’s doorstep about GB News broadcasting hate. Tag @ofcom.bsky.social in the comments to make sure they see it 👀
We delivered over 70, 000 complaints to Ofcom’s doorstep about GB News broadcasting hate. Tag @ofcom.bsky.social in the comments to make sure they see it 👀
February 17, 2025 at 9:27 PM
👏👏👏!
Being allied to Trump’s America is like being chained to a lunatic.
“Trump’s America has started its own cold war against liberal democracy. His weapons include the withdrawal of military support, the elevation of Vladimir Putin from pariah to partner, propaganda attacks, & subversion”
Superb read from @nickcohen.bsky.social
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Superb read from @nickcohen.bsky.social
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Trump’s true enemy isn’t China or Russia but liberal democracy
The new Cold War between Europe and America
nickcohen.substack.com
February 17, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Being allied to Trump’s America is like being chained to a lunatic.
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Today's GB News advertisers include •Freshpet •Sky •TrailFinders •Polish Tourism Organisation •Raging Bull Snacks •Belgica •Madison and Mayfair •Faster Property Solutions •Bullards Gin •All Clear Travel •5 Star Windows •Pink Sand Group •Boxt •Dormeo
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Who’s still advertising on GB News? – Stop Funding Hate
Despite growing concern about the channel’s toxic output, a small number of recognised companies have recently advertised on GB News.
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February 16, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Today's GB News advertisers include •Freshpet •Sky •TrailFinders •Polish Tourism Organisation •Raging Bull Snacks •Belgica •Madison and Mayfair •Faster Property Solutions •Bullards Gin •All Clear Travel •5 Star Windows •Pink Sand Group •Boxt •Dormeo
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🚨 SNP lead by **14pts** in latest survey:
🟡 SNP 32% (+1)
🔴 LAB 18% (-2)
🟣 REF 17% (+2)
🔵 CON 13% (-1)
🟠 LD 11% (+2)
🟢 GRN 6% (-)
Via NorstatUK, 14 Feb (+/- vs 6 Dec)
🟡 SNP 32% (+1)
🔴 LAB 18% (-2)
🟣 REF 17% (+2)
🔵 CON 13% (-1)
🟠 LD 11% (+2)
🟢 GRN 6% (-)
Via NorstatUK, 14 Feb (+/- vs 6 Dec)
February 16, 2025 at 4:36 PM
🚨 SNP lead by **14pts** in latest survey:
🟡 SNP 32% (+1)
🔴 LAB 18% (-2)
🟣 REF 17% (+2)
🔵 CON 13% (-1)
🟠 LD 11% (+2)
🟢 GRN 6% (-)
Via NorstatUK, 14 Feb (+/- vs 6 Dec)
🟡 SNP 32% (+1)
🔴 LAB 18% (-2)
🟣 REF 17% (+2)
🔵 CON 13% (-1)
🟠 LD 11% (+2)
🟢 GRN 6% (-)
Via NorstatUK, 14 Feb (+/- vs 6 Dec)
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🚨 NEW: Labour is shutting down Safeline, the only dedicated helpline for male survivors of sexual abuse.
Safeline is solely funded by government to the tune of £250,000 a year. Labour is cancelling all of that funding, thus forcing it to close.
(Source: Channel 4 News)
Safeline is solely funded by government to the tune of £250,000 a year. Labour is cancelling all of that funding, thus forcing it to close.
(Source: Channel 4 News)
February 16, 2025 at 6:18 PM
🚨 NEW: Labour is shutting down Safeline, the only dedicated helpline for male survivors of sexual abuse.
Safeline is solely funded by government to the tune of £250,000 a year. Labour is cancelling all of that funding, thus forcing it to close.
(Source: Channel 4 News)
Safeline is solely funded by government to the tune of £250,000 a year. Labour is cancelling all of that funding, thus forcing it to close.
(Source: Channel 4 News)
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Books mentioning slavery, civil rights removed from shelves at Fort Campbell schools
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Books mentioning slavery, civil rights removed from shelves at Fort Campbell schools - ClarksvilleNow.com
At an elementary school at Fort Campbell, home of the 101st Airborne Division, librarians are hard at work scrubbing the shelves for books that contain references to slavery, the civil rights movement...
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February 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Books mentioning slavery, civil rights removed from shelves at Fort Campbell schools
clarksvillenow.com/local/books-...
clarksvillenow.com/local/books-...
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📊 Scotland seat estimate (based on poll average):
🟡 SNP: 43 seats (+34)
🟠 LD: 6 seats (-)
🔵 CON: 5 seats (-)
🔴 LAB: 3 seats (-34)
+/- vs GE2024
🟡 SNP: 43 seats (+34)
🟠 LD: 6 seats (-)
🔵 CON: 5 seats (-)
🔴 LAB: 3 seats (-34)
+/- vs GE2024
February 15, 2025 at 3:39 PM
📊 Scotland seat estimate (based on poll average):
🟡 SNP: 43 seats (+34)
🟠 LD: 6 seats (-)
🔵 CON: 5 seats (-)
🔴 LAB: 3 seats (-34)
+/- vs GE2024
🟡 SNP: 43 seats (+34)
🟠 LD: 6 seats (-)
🔵 CON: 5 seats (-)
🔴 LAB: 3 seats (-34)
+/- vs GE2024
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REVEALED: The benefit of keeping Scotland’s water in public hands. 💦
📉 Scotland: £490
📈 England: £603
🏴 Scots pay £113 less - because our water is run for the people, not for profit.
🥀 Don’t let Labour get their hands on Scotland’s water!
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2493770...
📉 Scotland: £490
📈 England: £603
🏴 Scots pay £113 less - because our water is run for the people, not for profit.
🥀 Don’t let Labour get their hands on Scotland’s water!
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2493770...
Water bills in Scotland £113 cheaper than England and Wales despite almost 10 rise
Water bills in Scotland have been estimated to be £113 cheaper on average than in England and Wales, despite Scottish Water confirming an almost…
www.heraldscotland.com
February 16, 2025 at 3:07 PM
REVEALED: The benefit of keeping Scotland’s water in public hands. 💦
📉 Scotland: £490
📈 England: £603
🏴 Scots pay £113 less - because our water is run for the people, not for profit.
🥀 Don’t let Labour get their hands on Scotland’s water!
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2493770...
📉 Scotland: £490
📈 England: £603
🏴 Scots pay £113 less - because our water is run for the people, not for profit.
🥀 Don’t let Labour get their hands on Scotland’s water!
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2493770...
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Oil & Gas companies are profiting billions whilst our planet's future is wrecked in front of our eyes.
🔴Shell: £19 BILLION
🔴BP: £7.2 BILLION
🔴ExxonMobil: £27 BILLION
We need to put our planet before profit, our future depends on it. 🌍
🔴Shell: £19 BILLION
🔴BP: £7.2 BILLION
🔴ExxonMobil: £27 BILLION
We need to put our planet before profit, our future depends on it. 🌍
February 11, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Oil & Gas companies are profiting billions whilst our planet's future is wrecked in front of our eyes.
🔴Shell: £19 BILLION
🔴BP: £7.2 BILLION
🔴ExxonMobil: £27 BILLION
We need to put our planet before profit, our future depends on it. 🌍
🔴Shell: £19 BILLION
🔴BP: £7.2 BILLION
🔴ExxonMobil: £27 BILLION
We need to put our planet before profit, our future depends on it. 🌍
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‘Keir Starmer Urgently Needs a Vision to Unite the Nation and See Off the Far-Right’
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'Keir Starmer Urgently Needs a Vision to Unite the Nation and See Off the Far-Right'
If the Government attempts to mimic the anti-migration politics of Reform it will be a recipe for defeat, argues Jennifer Nadel
bylinetimes.com
February 12, 2025 at 10:08 AM
‘Keir Starmer Urgently Needs a Vision to Unite the Nation and See Off the Far-Right’
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bylinetimes.com/2025/02/11/k...
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With reports that Britain is THREE TIMES more likely to arrest climate activists than other countries everyone should watch this film
The court’s decision in @libertyhq.bsky.social’s
case is due in the coming weeks
youtu.be/qk5aiRXRuU0?...
The court’s decision in @libertyhq.bsky.social’s
case is due in the coming weeks
youtu.be/qk5aiRXRuU0?...
Labour Government backs Tory power grab by appealing Liberty High court victory
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
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February 8, 2025 at 2:12 PM
With reports that Britain is THREE TIMES more likely to arrest climate activists than other countries everyone should watch this film
The court’s decision in @libertyhq.bsky.social’s
case is due in the coming weeks
youtu.be/qk5aiRXRuU0?...
The court’s decision in @libertyhq.bsky.social’s
case is due in the coming weeks
youtu.be/qk5aiRXRuU0?...
Out on a sniff fest apparently
February 7, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Out on a sniff fest apparently
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🇪🇺 Five years since Scotland was dragged out of the EU, people are still paying the price.
🏴 We’re ready to work with anyone who’ll help us rebuild Scotland’s ties with Europe, says @johnswinney.bsky.social in today’s @theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
🏴 We’re ready to work with anyone who’ll help us rebuild Scotland’s ties with Europe, says @johnswinney.bsky.social in today’s @theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Scotland knows Brexit is holding Britain back. Why won't Labour admit it? | John Swinney
Five years after we left the EU, people are still paying the price. We’re ready to work with Westminster to forge closer bonds with Europe, says Scotland’s first minister John Swinney
www.theguardian.com
January 31, 2025 at 1:21 PM
🇪🇺 Five years since Scotland was dragged out of the EU, people are still paying the price.
🏴 We’re ready to work with anyone who’ll help us rebuild Scotland’s ties with Europe, says @johnswinney.bsky.social in today’s @theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
🏴 We’re ready to work with anyone who’ll help us rebuild Scotland’s ties with Europe, says @johnswinney.bsky.social in today’s @theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...