Nick Edmonds
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Comms for @ChurchOfEngland Also witterer about sport, especially
#AVFC
pinned post!
If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further: (As always, suggestions for additions welcome)
#StarterPack
#Church
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11 months ago
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Over £500 raised! Thank you so much to everyone who donated - it's a-mo-zing what a tache, and your generosity, can do. But since you're here if you or someone close to you is in the risk categories, then speak to your GP and get checked. Mo-out. 🫶🥸
uk.movember.com/team/2489717
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Here we go.... 🎅🌲🎁The Church’s biggest-ever Christmas campaign will feature a newly illustrated children’s storybook, daily reflections, online services, and a huge range of free resources for families, schools and churches, and is expected to reach millions.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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Church of England launches ‘Joy of Christmas’ campaign to share hope and celebration | The Church of England
The Church’s biggest-ever Christmas campaign will feature a newly illustrated children’s storybook, daily reflections, online services, and a huge range of free resources for families, schools and chu...
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/church-england-launches-joy-christmas-campaign-share-hope-and-celebration
6 days ago
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Ben Stokes. That's the post.
15 days ago
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Is it me?? Maybe not!
#Movember
is well underway, anyhow, and behind the turgid tache is a serious opportunity to help improve outcomes for prostate and testicular cancer and for mental health. It's
#InternationalMensDay
so a great time to raise the flag(/tache)
movember.com/t/the-tickle...
17 days ago
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If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further: (As always, suggestions for additions welcome)
#StarterPack
#Church
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11 months ago
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The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division (Editorial)
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The Guardian view on Christianity and the UK far right: churches must stand up to the false prophets of division | Editorial
Editorial: Symbols of Christian nationalism were prominent at last Saturday’s ‘unite the kingdom’ march. Their deployment had little to do with religious faith
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/sep/17/the-guardian-view-on-christianity-and-the-uk-far-right-churches-must-stand-up-to-the-false-prophets-of-division
3 months ago
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Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge. 👀
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Ancient Anglo-Saxon text sparks 5,200 per cent Instagram follower surge | The Church of England
How Ælfric went viral.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/ancient-anglo-saxon-text-sparks-5200-cent-instagram-follower-surge
5 months ago
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🙏🏼 Lord’s Prayer tops Shakespeare, Dickens, Churchill and National Anthem in public recognition poll.
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Lord’s Prayer tops Shakespeare, Dickens, Churchill and National Anthem in public recognition poll | The Church of England
A poll finds more Brits correctly identify source of ‘Give us this day our daily bread’ than ‘To Be or Not To Be’; ‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times’ or ‘Happy and glorious, Long to...
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/lords-prayer-tops-shakespeare-dickens-churchill-and-national-anthem-public-recognition-poll
6 months ago
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Membership of Canterbury CNC announced The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
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Membership of Canterbury CNC announced | The Church of England
The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/membership-canterbury-cnc-announced
7 months ago
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Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news? 📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines. If you would like to receive the digest, sign up here! 👉
www.churchofengland.org/signup
7 months ago
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The Archbishop of York's VE Day 80th Anniversary sermon calls for renewed commitment to peace, unity, and justice
www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-...
#veday
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VE Day 80th Anniversary sermon calls for renewed commitment to peace, unity, and justice | The Archbishop of York
NEWS - At Westminster Abbey’s VE Day 80th anniversary service, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell honoured the sacrifice of those who secured victory and called for a renewed commitment to peace...
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/ve-day-80th-anniversary-sermon-calls-renewed-commitment-peace-unity-and-justice
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Did you know you get a free daily summary of Church related news? 📰 The Daily Media Digest provides a summary of the day's news and comment for a Church of England audience, plus the national headlines. If you would like to receive the digest, sign up here! 👉
www.churchofengland.org/signup
7 months ago
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The Church of England
7 months ago
"As we honour the past, so we renew our commitment to building a more peaceful and just world for all." On 8 May, churches will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative services, bell ringing and prayers. Read more at
cofe.io/VEDay80th
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Churches across England to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day with commemorations, bell ringing, and prayers for peace | The Church of England
Churches across England will participate in a series of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on Thursday, 8th May 2025.
http://cofe.io/VEDay80th
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Five years after the first COVID lockdown, 30% of CofE churches still run a weekly online service. Last year, the
@churchofengland.org
national service reached 12m and is watched in full by 4k weekly.
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Archbishop of York leads fifth anniversary of National Online Service | The Church of England
This Sunday, the Church of England’s National Online Service will mark its fifth anniversary, with a special service led by Archbishop Stephen Cottrell.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/archbishop-york-leads-fifth-anniversary-national-online-service
9 months ago
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Former Secretary of State to be new Third Church Estates Commissioner.
www.churchofengland.org/media/financ...
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Sir Robert Buckland KBE appointed Third Church Estates Commissioner | The Church of England
Sir Robert Buckland has been appointed the new Third Church Estates Commissioner, succeeding the Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, who was recently appointed Bishop of Selby.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/finance-news/sir-robert-buckland-kbe-appointed-third-church-estates-commissioner
9 months ago
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So, to clarify... 🤦♂️
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/no-were-not-banning-gluten-free-bread-or-non-alcoholic-communion-wine
10 months ago
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A summary of what's coming up at General Synod this week, which is meeting in London.
#Synod
10 months ago
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Kaya Burgess | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬
10 months ago
"So many both within and outside the church are disgusted" by the CofE's abuse failures: I interviewed the Archbishop of York on shattered public trust and moral authority And his plans to still sit on committee that chooses next Archbishop of Canterbury
www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
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Archbishop of York: church must face abuse failings to regain public’s trust
The Most Rev Stephen Cottrell spoke about the people’s ‘disgust’ at the Church of England, helping to choose Justin Welby’s successor, and the King’s view on the crisis
https://www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/article/archbishop-of-york-church-must-face-failings-to-regain-disgusted-publics-trust-kmwbk7fw6
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Sad times. Not so much that he's leaving Villa, just feels like a waste of a really exciting talent. Riyal talks though.
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10 months ago
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John Townley
10 months ago
Aston Villa have secured automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16! Incredible achievement. What a night at Villa Park... and there's many more to come.
#AVFC
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Your semi-regular reminder that this
#StarterPack
can help kickstart a follow-base for NewSkyers. An assortment of
#ChurchOfEngland
related accounts. If you have suggestions for accounts to add to the list, let me know.
go.bsky.app/LoKCTRc
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10 months ago
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11 months ago
The latest issue of the Church Times is out today. Our cover story this week: Bishop of London tells peers the C of E needs a safeguarding 'reset', calling for mandatory reporting and survivor focus.
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An overview of some of the topics
#Synod
will be discussing next month in London. 👇
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11 months ago
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The Church of England
11 months ago
“A system where teachers and leaders flourish creates the conditions for young people to achieve their full potential.” This week saw the launch of the Flourishing Leaders Framework at our 7th annual Education Conference. Read more at
cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders
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Church of England Launches Flourishing Leaders Framework at National Education Conference | The Church of England
National Society unveils transformative step for the education sector as Flourishing Leaders Programmes launched
https://cofe.io/FlourishingLeaders
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Marsha de Cordova
11 months ago
🚨NEW: Having reaffirmed my support for The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme on multiple occasions at Church Questions, I am pleased the Scheme will now be extended.
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Ahead of today's Church of England National Education Conference,
@andywolfe.bsky.social
writing in TES outlines the National Society's vision to empower teachers and educators to flourish, not merely survive.
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
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Tackling teacher retention is about more than just money
The executive director of education for the Church of England explains why it has launched two courses aimed at helping teachers and leaders to flourish
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/teacher-retention-must-move-beyond-money-onto-something-deeper
11 months ago
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Have noticed a lot of new followers - interesting to see the points of apparent traffic surges towards
#BlueSky
Any suggestions to add, please let me know.
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11 months ago
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Interesting roundup from
@churchtimes.bsky.social
"Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter"
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
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Concerns over content lead dioceses to leave X/Twitter
‘Growing discomfort’ quoted as one reason for leaving site
https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/17-january/news/uk/concerns-over-content-lead-dioceses-to-leave-xtwitter
11 months ago
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Marsha de Cordova
11 months ago
Last year, I said the Makin Report needs to be a 'watershed moment' for the Church. I still believe this now. To achieve this and protect children & young people, it is essential that the recommendations are implemented in full. I thank my colleagues for their important Church Questions today 🧵👇
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"Now must be the time ... for unfettered aid to reach the people of Gaza ... May this deal be a precursor to a wider, more durable and just settlement in the region: it must not be a false dawn." 🙏 ~ Archbishop Stephen
#Gaza
#Israel
#Ceasefire
www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-...
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Statement on the ceasefire-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas | The Archbishop of York
A statement from Archbishop Stephen following the negotiated Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/statement-ceasefire-hostage-deal-between-israel-and-hamas
11 months ago
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Diocese of Norwich
11 months ago
The Bishop of Norwich is leaving Twitter/X. You can follow Bishop Graham at
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Graham Usher
11 months ago
Good to be here, where I hope to share: •something of the Christian faith •my love of the people and places of Norfolk and Waveney •the ministry entrusted to me as a Church of England bishop •my passion for the environment.
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A must-listen - or his interview with Times Radio.
pca.st/cxm2h4xx
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The journalist who exposed the grooming scandal breaks his silence - The News Agents
Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents. They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but w...
https://pca.st/cxm2h4xx
11 months ago
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If you're a newer arrival to Blue Sky and looking for a leg-up for some Church of England related accounts to follow, look no further: (As always, suggestions for additions welcome)
#StarterPack
#Church
bsky.app/starter-pack...
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11 months ago
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This is a huge loss - not least to all those who attend or follow General Synod, and had come to appreciate Geoffrey's inimitable style of Chairing debates with a warm yet deft touch. Thoughts and prayers with his family.
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Tributes paid to General Synod Chair | The Church of England
Tributes have been paid to Geoffrey Tattersall KC, a Chair of the General Synod and former Diocesan Chancellor, who has died aged 77.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/tributes-paid-general-synod-chair
11 months ago
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Birth of Jesus offers hope for today’s troubled world – Church of England bishops share Christmas messages
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Birth of Jesus offers hope for today’s troubled world – Church of England bishops share Christmas messages | The Church of England
Bishops speak of the joyful news and the light of Christ in the darkness of conflict and troubled times in Christmas messages and sermons.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/birth-jesus-offers-hope-todays-troubled-world-church-england-bishops-share-christmas-messages
12 months ago
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Each of these is better than the previous
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12 months ago
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More accounts added
#StarterPack
#CofE
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@churchofengland.org
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12 months ago
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The Prime Minister has appointed The Lord Evans of Weardale KCB DL to be the Chairman of the Crown Nominations Commission for Canterbury.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
@churchofengland.org
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Appointment of Chairman of the Crown Nominations Commission for Canterbury | The Church of England
The Prime Minister has appointed The Lord Evans of Weardale KCB DL to be the Chairman of the Crown Nominations Commission for Canterbury.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/appointment-chairman-crown-nominations-commission-canterbury
12 months ago
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"O Solar Night..."🎵
www.churchofengland.org/about/enviro...
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Famous Christmas service in historic chapel will be powered by solar this year | The Church of England
This year’s world-famous Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols service at Kings College Chapel in Cambridge will have one significant difference: it will be powered by solar panels.
https://www.churchofengland.org/about/environment-and-climate-change/famous-christmas-service-historic-chapel-will-be-powered-solar-year
12 months ago
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Christmas ads have dropped... 👀
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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Church of England’s Christmas campaign invites people to find their ‘Calm and Bright’ | The Church of England
Striking time lapse videos capture the hustle of the season, inviting people to pause, visit their local church, and rediscover the Christmas story.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/church-englands-christmas-campaign-invites-people-find-their-calm-and-bright
12 months ago
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The Bishop of Basingstoke, David Williams, will be the next Bishop of Truro, Downing St has announced. "I am, at heart, a parish priest. The local church is vital to a local community. It's a place where we encounter God"
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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New Bishop of Truro | The Church of England
The Bishop of Basingstoke, David Williams, will be the next Bishop of Truro, Downing Street has announced.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/new-bishop-truro
12 months ago
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The Church of England
about 1 year ago
Meditations for the 12 Days of Christmas. ⭐ Our Follow The Star: Calm and Bright reflections booklets offer daily content from Christmas Eve to Epiphany. Find out more and order at
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“I am deeply humbled to have been called to serve as the next Bishop of Richborough." Chichester Archdeacon Luke Irvine-Capel will be the new Suffragan Bishop of Richborough, succeeding Bishop Norman Banks.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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New Bishop of Richborough | The Church of England
Archdeacon of Chichester Luke Irvine-Capel to be new Suffragan Bishop of Richborough succeeding Bishop Norman Banks.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/new-bishop-richborough
12 months ago
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Nigel Genders
about 1 year ago
The National Society has published our response to the Department for Education’s Curriculum and Assessment Review, calling for a long-term vision for reform that places equity and aspiration at the heart of education.
www.churchofengland.org/media/press-...
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National Society calls for long-term curriculum and assessment reform to support educational equity and excellence | The Church of England
National Society advocates for long-term, inclusive education reform blending equity, aspiration, and sustainable pathways for all learners.
https://www.churchofengland.org/media/press-releases/national-society-calls-long-term-curriculum-and-assessment-reform-support-educational-equity-and
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We're rolling.
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about 1 year ago
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Have added a few more names to the
#ChurchOfEngland
#StarterPack
Do share. Happy to take suggestions.
go.bsky.app/LoKCTRc
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about 1 year ago
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I've just updated this with all the new suggestions, and (I think) all the cathedrals which currently have a Bluesky presence.
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about 1 year ago
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The Advent Procession is one of my favourite services of the church year. Always a privilege to sing.
#ILookedFromAfar
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YouTube
Share your videos with friends, family, and the world
https://www.youtube.com/live/YAYyqxNlCWo?si=gfHRbYmC7pQ1aPJY
about 1 year ago
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Seems like the bird's nest is emptying—many more emigrating from X for clearer skies. After biased algorithms, trolls and paywalls the Horizon seems wide open again - long may it last!
#Bluesky
www.cnbc.com/2024/11/26/h...
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How Bluesky rose out of Twitter's ashes to challenge X and Threads
Bluesky could be on the verge of a turning point if it continues rapidly attracting users and finds a way to monetize without scaring them off.
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/26/how-bluesky-rose-out-of-twitters-ashes-to-challenge-x-and-threads.html
about 1 year ago
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