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Dean

@herne-thehunter.bsky.social

Psychotherapist with other qualifications. Proud to work for the NHS, but these views are my own (or are made up for comedic/argumentative purposes)

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The Guardian@theguardian.com · 17h ago

Calls to ban ‘toxic’ pet flea treatments that harm UK wildlife and environment

Calls to ban ‘toxic’ pet flea treatments that harm UK wildlife and environment

Over-the-counter treatments for cats and dogs contain chemicals that are banned in pesticides and pollute waterways Over-the-counter flea treatment for cats and dogs should be banned as millions of hazardous chemicals are unnecessarily applied to UK pets each year, a parliamentary report has concluded. Cats and dogs are widely treated with topical, or “spot on”, treatments that include insecticides to prevent fleas. Vets often recommend regular treatments as a preventive measure, even when the animals do not have fleas. It’s Invertebrate of the Year again! Every day from 3-12 August, we will be profiling one of the thousands of amazing invertebrates that our readers have nominated, and when you have heard about all of them, we will open the voting so you can choose your favourites. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with thoughts and ideas. Email us at environment.desk@theguardian.com with Invertebrate in the subject line. Continue reading...

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Dean @herne-thehunter.bsky.social · 2d ago

I think I’m put off the new series of Ted Lasso because the character Ted Lasso would have been respectful enough of football not to do the World Cup Final half-time thing

Isabel Rogers@isabelrogers.bsky.social · 6d ago

Can't be the first to say this, but (and yay UEFA - brilliant) this works equally well if you swap out "football" for maybe "water" or "a stable climate". Look at me being the revolutionary socialist. "No one has the moral authority to sell what they merely hold in trust for the next generation."

The moment external investors acquire ownership interests in FIFA competitions, football changes forever. Commercial return becomes a permanent obligation. Investor expectations become a daily pressure. From that moment onwards, every decision on the international calendar, every decision on competition formats and every decision shaping the future of football is no longer driven by what best serves the game, but by what best serves shareholders. This model has no place in world football. Football's future cannot be dictated by the expectations of those whose first duty is to maximise financial return. Nor can the interests of national associations, leagues, clubs, players and supporters become subordinate to investor returns. Football cannot mortgage its future for financial gain. Europe's position is clear. We will never lend this model our legitimacy. No one has the moral authority to sell what they merely hold in trust for the next generation.
Mash@itismashagain.bsky.social · 6d ago

My entire life I’ve never called it the FIFA World Cup. I’ve always called it the World Cup. Fans don’t give a shit about FIFA. If national teams showed up for a World Cup tournament not held by FIFA we would all watch it. World Cup is the brand. FIFA is nothing.

Dean @herne-thehunter.bsky.social · last wk.

At 21:30 I thought I’d quickly update my Solar system to the new WiFi network I’ve got. Finally finished two hours later and after a not inconsiderable amount of swearing. (Yes, I DID try turning it off and on again)

Christina Riggs@christinajriggs.bsky.social · last wk.

And if you'd like to know more about fortune-telling in Ancient #Egypt, get yourself a copy of this book! 🏺🗃️ Ideally from an independent bookseller, or your local library – but it's also on A*@z@n, with loads of rave reviews to boot. 💙📚 #Egyptology

Ancient Egyptian Magic: A Hands-on Guide

In the ancient world the magicians of Egypt were considered the best. But was magic harmless fun, heartfelt hope, or something darker? Whether you needed a love charm, a chat with your dead wife, or t...

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Greg Jenner (Historian)@gregjenner.bsky.social · last wk.

Ancient Egyptians worshipped a fortune-telling, sacred bull 🐂 A clip from our new episode of You’re Dead To Me about Pharaoh Akhenaten & his wife Queen Nefertiti, featuring Egyptologist Dr Campbell Price and comedian Sikisa Watch on BBC iPlayer or listen on BBC Sounds