Settling down for the Nigeria v Tunisia game at Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa Cup of Nations about to kick off on E4

#HMHB #OblongofDreams #PPBR Part 2 of 2 Leasowe Light Caldy Hill Thor's Stone Limbo Lane "........Everything I want is here and everything I need is here......."

Civilisations : Rise and Fall is an excellent series on the fall of empires, illustrated by art and artefacts from Rome, Japan, Egypt, and Mexico. All available on BBC iplayer

In 2026, the UK state pension age will rise to 67 from 66, fully implemented by 2028. Rich retire whenever they want. The poor die at work, receive low pension, have shorter life. Low wages = low private pension. Neoliberals want to cut state pension, inflict more misery on millions.

Machado = Guaido

@bsrg1.bsky.social 'Sunshine on Leith' on Only Connect!

Architect Frank Gehry has died.

@bsrg1.bsky.social Laurel Canyon 1960s and 70s on Mastermind now

‘GDP reduced by 8%’ – Nine-year study reveals how Brexit decimated UK economy www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/bre...

A fine brew to be enjoyed with the Scotland game.

Hereditary monarchy is an anachronism.

Booked to see this tonight, before its theatrical release ends.

On in the car today

SIR CLIFF ALERT!! @harrymcnally.bsky.social

When you're giving your expert opinion on CNN at 2:00pm, then straight onto your role as John Cale in a Velvet Underground tribute act.

Just watching 'Six Million Dollar Man', and trying to work out how, when Steve Austin is pegging it through the woods or suchlike, to make him appear like he's super quick, they slow the film down?

When's the Rapture meant to be taking place, and do you need to wear special glasses to view it, like the eclipse?

Stuttgart v St. Pauli just started on BBCiplayer

Why is it seemingly okay when a state uses violence to 'protect interests', or 'promote aims?'

Nazi Barbie speaks..

Why did the Metropolitan Police choose to make almost 900 arrests, when people in Edinburgh holding the same, or similar wording were allowed to unhindered?

Having attended the Premiere last night, it seems only fitting that this gets an outing in the car today!

Off this evening to the world premiere of 'Dreaming of You', at The Light Cinema New Brighton. The documentary charts the rise of the Coral. Band will be there, together with the director for a live Q&A. Event is sold out, and I'm looking forward to scran at Nickel City Kitchen beforehand.

Rezillos on TOTP on BBC4 right now

Solo trip 'over the water' as we say to that Liverpool. Decent Guinness in one of my favourite hostelries this side of the river, Newington Temple.

Delay the trophy lift until Trump gets there

Someone's getting a call to go fix a wonky plinth. @harrymcnally.bsky.social

ITV Local news Granada - 'Nero fiddles while Gordon Burns'.

Okay, you just had to get all questions on Punk, on tonight's University Challenge.

Just watching the half-time 'entertainment' at the FIFA World Club Final. What's wrong with the crossbar challenge and Equaliser prize draw?

A$AP Rocky and Rihanna at Chelsea v PSG final of Club World Championship, no doubt eyeing up future Tranmere targets.

Taking shelter from the sun, and this awful, in my opinion, 29⁰ heat, in the marvellous Tallulah's bar in New Brighton.

Perfect soundtrack for a Summer's day out and about in the car. @thecoral.bsky.social

Justified and Ancient

Alex is at the Hibs v Rot-Weiss Essen friendly at Easter Road. Hibs are 2-0 up at half time. Essen have brought over 2,000, and they have sang all game.

One for the car today.

On in the car today.

Saw this in the Autism charity shop in Birko today... @harrymcnally.bsky.social

Off out, over the water tonight, to support fellow Unite members at a benefit event for striking Birmingham bin workers, being held in the CASA Liverpool.

Eldest made youngest and I 'traditional' Scottish brekkie this morning, which included Lorne sausage and haggis. I say 'traditional' as we had barbeque beans and Jamaican jerk sauce with it. Cheers, and a big shout out to all the dads, whether they be biological or not, on this Fathers Day!

The Advocate, Edinburgh

Exhibition at Birkenhead's Williamson Art Gallery and Museum, featuring Elizabeth Smollen who was a key figure in the scooterist scene in the 1950s and beyond.

Solo pint in the Tap, West Kirby. New cider as far as I'm concerned - 'Pulpt' slightly sparkling with a decent apple (who'd have thought it) aftertaste.

Tranmere Rovers, Prenton Park, Birkenhead.

Alex, my eldest, just got back from a trip to Vietnam. He got to travel around, taking in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. He said it was a fascinating mix of both chaos and tranquility, and said he'd definitely return.

Eighty Six - Forty Seven

Probably heading over the water for a bit of a mooch with the youngest, taking in scran as we go. Also, in what is only a few short weeks, Newington Temple has reopened, along with The Pilgrim, and Mayflower. Reports to follow.

Birkenhead, where even the trees are chained to the walls, to stop them getting robbed.