This is sooo good. And catchy as hell!

NEW: Liz Kendall, the technology secretary, says Ofcom would have the "full backing" of government if it opted to block access to X in the UK (but it's a decision for Ofcom)

"We are very well aware of the fact that X for Grok is now offering a spicy mode showing explicit sexual content. This is not spicy. This is illegal. This is appalling. This is disgusting. I can confirm we are very seriously looking into this matter." — Spokesperson @thomasregnier.ec.europa.eu

These 198 methods of Nonviolent Action by Gene Sharp have been used to overthrow autocrats in other countries. They include methods of nonviolent protest, social & economic & political noncooperation and nonviolent intervention. Start locally, expand regionally. commonslibrary.org/198-methods-...

Just to be clear, Grok-based CSAM and misogynist content is a free-speech issue, but not in the way people are saying. Having misogynistic content *chills* free speech, by making it harder for women to exercise their free speech.

Commons women and equalities committee to stop using X amid AI-altered images row

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Please stop using the term 'child porn'. Here's why. learning.nspcc.org.uk/news/why-lan...

I saw an exchange recently where someone was slamming the use of CSAM so articles like this are very needed.

Alex Davies-Jones MP, the Minister for Violence against Women and Girls has posted this today to Elon Musk. This is about a future law the government proposes. There is also a compelling case that X is breaching *existing* legal duties under both the Online Safety Act 2023 and the 2010 Equality Act

We need this in the UK

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If you’re still on X because you think it’s “where the conversation is”, it isn’t. Ofcom’s Online Nation Report 2025 shows X is no longer a mainstream platform in the UK. Fewer people use it, engagement is tiny, and harm is concentrated. 🔗 tinyurl.com/OfcomON 🧵Here's what the data says ...

10 is with his grandparents so it’s just me and 7 for the night, spending some quality time together. ‘Mummy, I have a riddle for you. What goes in your mouth hard and comes out wet?’

This is awful. Please spread the word about this “payment into court” scam

Enjoying this book by @robintransition.bsky.social His deep dive into the concept of “longing” really got me thinking about desire, hope, fear and love A 🧵 of rambling thoughts #HTFILWTF

Anyone on their own today in Liverpool who would like a warm meal or company please pop down to the Liverpool Al-Rahma Mosque Bistro, 29-31 Hatherley St, Liverpool L8 2TJ. All welcome 10am-10pm, please feel free to share 🤍 #Liverpool

So many names surfacing that one feels should have had greater attention before now. We spend a great amount on our intelligence services. What do they do with it? Surely not all on gadgets designed by Q.

Our @dralimalik.bsky.social has produced a series of booklets to help people cope with extreme weather, as the effects of climate change leave communities facing more devastating storms, floods and heatwaves. Read more in this article👇 tinyurl.com/3b69ewuc @ccjsleeds.bsky.social

New Zealand just recorded its first-ever day of zero coal- or gas-fired electricity. In fact two days, 20 & 21 December. (Still some co-gen, about 1.8%.)

Mone company liquidated and unlikely ever to repay money obtained for supply of defective surgical gowns sold during the pandemic www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Eye-opening session on the recent draconian trajectory of UK protest law with @sarahfinch.bsky.social , @david-whyte.bsky.social , Owen Greenhall and Clive Dolphin. Highly recommend. youtu.be/AvKDnLATzIM?...

@coeusjustice.bsky.social The leading jury researcher in the common law world, COEUS member Prof Cheryl Thomas KC (Hon), explains why the Lammy proposals should not be implemented www.counselmagazine.co.uk/articles/how...

Top analysis as ever, and as a bonus, an outstanding new (to me) word for Wes Streeting

Starmer has launched a formal investigation into foreign election interference, The Times reports. It follows Reform’s Nathan Gill’s conviction for taking bribes from Russia. The inquiry will be led by top civil servant Philip Rycroft who has been given licence to "go wherever he wants to go".

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It has been just over eight months since we lost Dayve (pictured here on her 19th birthday). We're now hoping to end our catlessness early in the New Year and so we're being interviewed by a kitten tomorrow. Exciting times.

These are amazing

Do jurors have the right to apply their conscience to a case or could it be a criminal offence for them to do so? A recent hearing before the RCJ puts the centuries-old principle of jury equity on the line. I’ve written about it for @prospect_uk www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/law/71...

This is splendid.

🚨BREAKING🚨 MPs have voted to PASS our bill to establish a UK-EU customs union. The Prime Minister must now listen to his own MPs, drop his self-imposed red lines and finally go for proper growth through an ambitious trade deal with the EU.

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New from Free Movement: Vicarious trauma: what practitioners need to know | Rachel Francis freemovement.org.uk/vicarious-tr...

I'm girding my loins for this event tomorrow. And slightly wondering what I've let myself in for... Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation does brilliant work in schools - and we are delighted to host a Shakespeare festival for them every year at Magdalen. observer.co.uk/culture/thea...

Several teams of female gamers have dropped out of the Dead by Daylight Women's World Cup after trans women were banned.

A decade of climate court cases: How legal battles are holding governments and polluters accountable | Euronews www.euronews.com/green/2025/1...

The world’s favorite climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe recommends HUMAN NATURE!

Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: terms of reference www.gov.uk/government/p... England only

Homeowners in WA reeling from home-insurance hikes filed a lawsuit against fossil-fuel giants. Kennedy v. Exxon et al. is the 1st case holding Big Oil responsible for climate-related insurance spikes. Premiums rose 9% faster than inflation from '18-'22. insideclimatenews.org/news/0512202...

If you haven't yet watched #DaveBorlace's great #JustHaveaThink show on the UK #NationalEmergencyBriefing #nebriefing, you'll find that it's one of his very best. Have yourself some intriguing few minutes with it, and *please* act on what he says - sign the letter. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sa7...

A much-needed consultation - spread the news! www.gov.uk/government/c...

🚨 I am hearing from multiple sources that the EU Commission is announcing its first DSA fine tomorrow against X on ad transparency, blue check & dark pattern, and researcher access to data. The fine is in the "100s of millions of Euros." Elon about to get big mad.