The biggest gift for an academic is time to do research in peace and quiet. That’s exactly what the Berlin Institute of Advanced Studies offers. Thrilled to be a fellow for the academic year 2026/2027. I’m back in the German capital!
“Oil hasn't reached the profit rates of tech companies” is an absurd defense of staggering windfall profits in fossil fuels. It's like saying because we are not living under feudalism, there is no problem with inequality.
Economics can either enable the slide toward fascism, or defend affordability, dignity, and democracy. I wrote ANTI-FASCIST ECONOMICS with my baby by my side—a constant reminder that the future should be livable for all. Out in October with Random House.
This podcast is really good...
Dr. Aaron Thierry@thierryaaron.bsky.social · 6mo agoThere's an excellent 4 part podcast series by @dickon.bsky.social which looks exactly at this question of why an ostensibly environmentally progressive country like Norway supports the oil and gas industry. Highly recommend listening... communicatingclimatechange.com/the-black-th...
Gro Harlem Brundtland, the Norwegian PM who defined 'sustainable development' in 1987, led the country through its oil boom. In May 2026 Norway 🇳🇴 opened 70 new exploration blocks, 38 in the Arctic Barents Sea. It plans to keep producing for decades, even as the planet burns 🔥
Dr. Aaron Thierry@thierryaaron.bsky.social · 3d agoSince 1989, the CO₂ from #Norway 🇳🇴 oil has outweighed everything the country has emitted at home in its entire history. Now at 13.8 Gt from the crude, against 2.8 Gt of national emissions since 1751. Counting gas too, it is 20 Gt.
Can I say (and not just because I’m one of the editors) - @desmog.com has been on the right side of history on climate change for decades, taking on significant legal risk to expose Big Oil’s allies. And we’re gonna keep on doing it.
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Numbers similar to those in US still behind Trump. Question is , is 70% majority going to let itself be used/destroyed by this minority? Inaction, and special interest greed/egos need to be overcome- at individual level - if better life is to be created for vast majority.Action supports/creates hope
HOPE not hate@hopenothate.org.uk · 3d agoNigel Farage's image is cracking. After questions about an undeclared £5 million gift from a crypto billionaire, and money from a convicted fraudster, the public is seeing through the "outsider" act.
Without @bylinetimes.bsky.social relentless investigations these past 7 years much of this would have been missed and with that the platform of stories for the rest of the media have now to build on - was also fantastic to see you and @hardeepmatharu.bsky.social in person Thursday
Expecting those embedded in system to materially change it is fantasy. Use collective wisdom via deliberative citizens’ assembly to advise/lead. We need to stop lazily expecting someone/those “up there” to have the best option. Can we find a “leader” courageous enough to trust human capacity?
Alex Parsons@alexparsons.bsky.social · 3d agoThe Brown Review's incredibly minimal version of this was to add devolution to the list of things (currently just suspending elections) the house of lords can block outright. A semi parliamentary approach would be a stronger version of this alexparsons.co.uk/blog/posts/s...
The Brown Review's incredibly minimal version of this was to add devolution to the list of things (currently just suspending elections) the house of lords can block outright. A semi parliamentary approach would be a stronger version of this alexparsons.co.uk/blog/posts/s...
Don't replace the Lords - split the Commons
What an elected second chamber is for.
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Yes, written constitution is a diversion. If Burnham is serious about building trust and legitimacy of UK government, priority needs to be start respecting the public. Stop hiding ( lying about) serious risks and share @nebriefing.bsky.social so communities/country can work collectively.
Alex Parsons@alexparsons.bsky.social · 3d agoSo I think the written constitution conversation is a bit at cross purposes because Burnham means it almost entirely in a German basic law, entrench devolution and regional equality way.
NEB food expert Prof Paul Behrens interviewed by @owenjones.bsky.social. Why Britain is heading towards a food crisis unless we change direction urgently. To find out more, watch the People's Emergency Briefing film: www.nebriefing.org/screening-map #NationalEmergencyBriefing #TimeToStepUp #PEBuk
Britain Is on a “Pathway to Collapse”, Expert Warns
YouTube video by Owen Jones
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1/ Kemi Badenoch says she isn't a climate denier. Let's take her at her word. Here are five findings she wrote around this week as though they don't exist. 🧵
Another ex-serviceman was arrested under the UK Terrorism Act outside Westminster Magistrates Court for saying “I support Palestine Action, and I urge you all to support Palestine Action.” He was among 152 arrested for a range of alleged crimes, facing up to 14yrs in prison.
As climate impacts intensify, campaigners are calling for a televised National Emergency Briefing to tell the public the truth about the crisis — and what must happen next | Robert G Davies
UK Government must come clean about the climate emergency
As climate impacts intensify, campaigners are calling for a televised National Emergency Briefing to tell the public the truth about the crisis — and what must happen next
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I spoke with @owenjones.bsky.social recently about the withheld Joint Intelligence Committee report on food system pressures, and more. I mentioned that one report makes the point that "a wholesale change in consumer diets would be required" Full conversation here: youtu.be/nTYISpFTIq8?...
I suppose we should be grateful the Sunday Times is both-sidesing the idea we should try to cut carbon emissions, rather than dismissing it outright. But it’s still further evidence of how mainstream reporting on climate has got dramatically worse in recent years. www.thetimes.com/article/ed72...
How wildfires put climate (and net zero deadlines) back on the agenda
Much of the country is experiencing the extreme heat scientists have long warned about, but reignited political debate shows no sign of finding consensus
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Being arrested under the UK Terrorism Act has become a badge of honour. More than 1,850 hearings were listed in Westminster court on Thursday alone. Andy Burnham: Lift The Ban on Palestine Action. End UK complicity in Israel’s genocide. Go to wedonotcomply.org to get involved.
Saving Lives Is Not Terrorism - Defend Our Juries
🗓️ On July 30th, 152 people were arrested at what should have been a “Graduation Day” celebration outside Westminster Magistrates Court. More than 1,500 people had received letters stating that a hear...
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AMAZING MOMENT A woman came back still wearing a custody tshirt having been released for a terrorism arrest. While being arrested for declaring support for Palestine Action a second time, another woman came back to do the same. The opposition to this ban cannot be contained.
A website disappeared. But what happened in the days before it vanished? Marie Shrewsbury traces the misinformation and intimidation that helped take down HRT Cafe.
How misinformation and intimidation took down HRT café
HRT Café shared gender-affirming care info until Do No Harm shut it down; FDA records show no investigation took place
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I really need everyone to remember that the fossil fuel industry knew-knows exactly the climate hell we now inhabit, and are determined to make it FAR worse. That's because they have decided our lives are worth far less than their profits. We are not angry -or organised- enough.
I'm pro all this, but we need new approaches for the lack of mayoral scrutiny - here's our overview from last year and some approaches that would improve civic scrutiny research.mysociety.org/html/mayoral...
Mayoral Scrutiny
New forms of devolution need new forms of scrutiny
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As suspected, the "millionaire exodus from the 🇬🇧 UK" turned out to be yet another right-wing media myth. The data suggest that millionaire emigration is, in reality, negligible close to 0% rather than the mass flight so confidently proclaimed.
Byline Times@bylinetimes.bsky.social · last wk.🔎 From the archive: The 'Millionaire Exodus' the UK Media Told You About Never Actually Happened — @josiahmortimer.bsky.social 🔁 Relevant again: As the right wing think tank propaganda about 'losing millionaires' returns
📌 ICYMI — Andy Burnham Faces ‘First Test’ Over Palestine Action Ban This Week — @josiahmortimer.bsky.social Defend Our Juries is urging supporters to escalate from simple placard offences to charges carrying up to 14 years in prison, in a direct challenge to Andy Burnham's new Government
Andy Burnham Faces ‘First Test’ Over Palestine Action Ban This Week
Defend Our Juries is urging supporters to escalate from simple placard offences to charges carrying up to 14 years in prison, in a direct challenge to Andy Burnham's new Government
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Waiting for @mayaonstage.bsky.social @quietriotpod.bsky.social @lincolnproject.us @bylinetimes.bsky.social to hear "The Authoritarian Playbook: What Britain Can Learn From America"
Just back from 1st Circuit oral arguments in the case to uphold Maine's Anti-SuperPAC law. If you want a master class in oral advocacy, listen to Neal Katyal defend the law here: buff.ly/ODbS7E3 (Also, if you want to hear what well-prepared judges sound like!) Fingers crossed.
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Andy Burnham Faces ‘First Test’ Over Palestine Action Ban This Week Defend Our Juries is urging supporters to escalate from simple placard offences to charges carrying up to 14 years in prison, in a direct challenge to Andy Burnham’s new Government bylinetimes.com/2026/07/28/a...
Andy Burnham Faces 'First Test' Over Palestine Action Ban This Week
Defend Our Juries is urging supporters to escalate from simple placard offences to charges carrying up to 14 years in prison, in a direct challenge to Andy Burnham's new Government
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