Labour MPs need to get on with governing instead of fighting. Improving the country is the best way to stay in power. Choosing another leader should be about having somebody better not making the current one look worse.

Most people are worried about climate change - but most don't hear or talk about regularly. That's why I started my free newsletter Talking Climate. Every week I share good news, not so good news, and what people can do. If you aren't a reader yet, see below. I have 6 different ways to subscribe!

There are some very silly names around Loughborough (if you can even pronounce that), so this should be very interesting.

Heads are going to explode 💥 Cato Institute just nuked the lie. Immigrants have cut U.S. deficits by $14.5 TRILLION since 1994, slashing the national debt by a third. All that “immigrants are bleeding us dry” noise? Absolute bullshit. 1/3

There is about 36% more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere than when I was born. Global warming was already being warned about when I was at school. The cause was known about before my greatgrandfather was born. The sooner we wake up the better. keelingcurve.ucsd.edu

A comprehensive and easy to understand explanation of the practicalities of solar power today. 1 hour video plus another 30 minutes on thinking of improving the future. youtu.be/KtQ9nt2ZeGM?...

Lesson from 2010: People moved from Labour to LibDem, then LibDem coalition with Tories. Don't let Reform in this time. A split vote is a big risk.

The Fuelcast is always worth a few minutes of Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Today "God the creator"

Responding to Christian Nationalism. A UK perspective but I am sure others will find it relevant too. jpit.uk/responding-t...

The snowdrops are coming up on the allotment. They were here before the allotment and continue to thrive.

I have two slightly different views on this joke

Oops I didn't realise I was supposed to leave adolescence behind at 30 😉 www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

A recent cartoon for @newscientist.com. p.s. my new book of science cartoons, ‘Physics for Cats’ is out now. Links at www.tomgauld.com

Oh our Minneapolis, I hear your voice Singing through the bloody mist We’ll take our stand for this land And the stranger in our midst Directed by Thom Zimny Edited by Thom Zimny and Samuel Shapiro Production Footage: Pam Springsteen and Thom Zimny

#WASPI My wife remembers how she found out about the change in retirement age - it was a phone call from a friend. There was no letter until after her original retirement date which just told her of the new date. Today's announcement was disgusting and not morally defendable.

Chemical Formula xkcd.com/3200/

Dear American film goers, you do not want to dress like the "jimmies" because you look like Jimmy Saville. Look up his crimes if you need to know why. #28yearslater www.theguardian.com/film/2026/ja...

In 2026 we're releasing our debut album *HOLLOW CHAPTERS* 📀 We’re holding two special launch concerts at two amazing 🎶 venues in Kent – so get your tickets TODAY: - The Garlinge Theatre (11/04/26): marshfamilylaunch.eventbrite.co.uk - The Alexander Centre (15/04/26): thealex.org.uk/event/the-ma...

Here's a link to the official UNESCO website for the 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science: unes.co/rcf7e3

I am hearing that RFK Jr.’s minions are going to go after HPV vaccines. I’ve got problems with these people and now you’re going to hear about them, first from a personal perspective and then from a professional one. It all boils down to this: WE HAVE A SAFE VACCINE THAT PREVENTS CANCER.

A beautiful sad song from the Marsh Family. I am praying for all the people trying to protect each other out of love. youtu.be/BRHxXHZmVAM?...

To save me doing too much reposting, do follow Astronomer Royal for Scotland | Catherine Heymans @astroroyalscot.bsky.social

The new #ASPIRES3 Physics report is difficult reading. Physics: * remains male-dominated (24% fem) & privileged * aspirations decline from the start to end of school 😔 * is considered the least interesting, most difficult science 😭 * is for brainy "geeks" 😮‍💨 Lots of useful recommendations though🎢🧪👩‍🔬⚛️

I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Stay free

What is happening in Iran is terrible. The rest of the world must be careful not to make it worse for the ordinary people who are already suffering. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

There are people in the world that are prepared to save people from tyranny. We don't know all of them but Nicholas Winton is one. There are still people like him today. They are all an inspiration www.nicholaswinton.com

I can't blame Suella for wanting to leave a toxic party. I do question her choice of alternative though. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

I have written a collect, for the feast of the Conversion of St Paul, in this year of Our Lord 2026. (It's a bit wordy, but it felt apt): Almighty God, You called St Paul to repentance for his threats and violence And to bear witness to the power of your love revealed in weakness. ⚓✝️ 1/3

Reminder tomorrow night the Moon will pass through the Pleiades as seen from the UK and the rest of Europe. Will appear close to the Pleiades as seen from North America. 🔭 🧪

Do some people think "A totalitarian state is OK because it will be our party in power."? Are you really sure?

A sword is something you hold in your hand, so is a Bible. See Ephesians chapter 6 verses 10 to 20. The words in the Bible are my sword. The whole letter is only a few pages. www.biblegateway.com/passage/?sea...

Why will a winter storm and severe cold weather outbreak across North America affect the weather in the UK this week? Find out all about it in this short video 👇

Psalm 73, a psalm for today "my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked." www.biblegateway.com/passage/?sea...

Hell is willingly believing lies rather than uncomfortable truth. I believe everyone has the option to change.

We are not the first people, or the first country, to suffer under a tyrannical government that does not respect our lives, or our rights. There is a method for how to effectively resist, and eventually topple, such a regime. We can learn from others who came before us. This is my favorite guide.

Four-time Grammy Award nominee Jesse Welles performs his song "Join Ice." Bob Dylan once said a single folk singer could defeat an entire army. Ladies and gentlemen, I think we have our man.

If you are into real books then have a quick check on this thread before buying through Amazon. It isn't all sellers.

How I like my political news - Marsh family singing "Exodus" - Marsh Family parody of "One of Us" by ABBA - about failed Tories defecting to Reform UK youtu.be/GRQrQr198to?...

Science technicians were my most important support when teaching. They deserve better recognition and remuneration.

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Know a physicist who deserves the spotlight? Now’s your chance to celebrate excellence. Nominate a colleague, yourself or a team for one of our Medals and Prizes, recognising the people who make physics truly extraordinary. 📅 Nominations close 2 March 👉 iop.org/awards

I hope you got to see the aurora last night. Even if you didn't, this is interesting.

The latest edition of #PeriodicGraphics by @compoundchem.com illuminates the science behind these dazzling light shows in the sky. cen.acs.org/environment/... #chemsky 🧪

Today feels more like spring than mid-winter.

A strong mainline Protestant commitment to social justice, among other things. Check out podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Watching The Adjustment Bureau: "The president can't be a loose cannon.". That was 2011.

Nice try, but no.

Pruning the gooseberry bush on the allotment and found one small branch had self rooted. A nice surprise. Potted up so I can have another bush at home.

I'll be giving the Annual Guest Lecture for the Oxford Centre for Personalised Medicine. On 28th April 2026 at 5.30 pm. ‘Personalised Medicine, a Primary Care Perspective’. Open to all. cpm.ox.ac.uk/event/cpm-an...

Do tell me HAL has been running things recently. I want some hope we can switch off this chaos. 😉