Iain Annat
@isannat.bsky.social
Many, many things, but mostly tired. History teacher.
A serious comment then I am quitting Bsky again, hah hah. I'm LIVID about what this by-election will cost, and the focus it will take away, STILL, from real issues ignored for years. There are dozens, DOZENS, of people living in tents and doorways in Clacton right now.
@oispooky.bsky.social this is your time! Maybe you could challenge Farage to settle this in the ring?
Has anyone done any research into how many BBC news thumbnails include an image of a young woman, regardless of the nature of the story?
What a day! The world turns on the whim of a man with no grace or decency, and the universe gifts us this... go figure.
Easter/Eostre: Chris Catling is always worth reading. This from Current Archaeology 432. For smart-arses everywhere.
supreme accidental comic timing in Commons just now during PMQs: Keir Starmer: “there is only one party leader who has shown he will say anything, no matter how divisive, if he is paid to do so” Speaker (calling the next question): “Nigel Farage”
A surprisingly busy overlap - where missing the point meets performance art
Another understated classic: from the Beeb's piece today about Hello Kitty.
Instead of tipping the lego box out and then gathering it up manually (whilst also potentially kneeling on a piece and thus exposing children to swear-shouting), tip it onto a blanket, then gather up like a lego dim sum. Empty effortlessly back into the box. You're welcome.
Omfg It’s Bunsz !@copaceticbunsz.com · 2y agoIf you’re over 30, quote this with some life advice 🤌🏼
I've been visiting dear friends in the Isle of Man for decades. Go. It's beautiful.
More in No, Other People: New poll: “America would be better off if more people worked in manufacturing.” • 80% of Americans agree • 20% disagree “I would be better off if I worked in a factory.” • 25% of Americans agree • 73% disagree • 2% currently work in a factory
No American explains the long-term causes of Trump's better than Billy Joel in Allentown. In fact, I could put together a real cool course on Billy Joel and late industrial US culture - if I weren't busy. Someone else please do it
What was it? Fascists dazzle the fools then muzzle the intelligent? This tweet tells you all you need to know about Trump - 'the law' will be both his shield and his weapon.
American friends - please tell me how you're reading the inauguration speech.