The first interracial TV kiss between Captain Kirk (William Shatner) and Lt. Uhura (Nichelle Nichols) was in the Star Trek episode "Plato's Stepchildren," which aired on this day November 22, 1968

President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on this day in 1963, a day that shocked the nation when a flash bulletin interrupted programs to report that Kennedy had been shot in Dallas. He was officially pronounced dead shortly after at Parkland Hospital.

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Predator: Badlands is not your parent's Predator movie—it’s something far better. It’s bold, bizarre, beautiful, and bloody good. Having grown up on the original 1987 "Predator" with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carl Weathers, I've a lot to say about this film: www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/predato...

I seem to have a Moonbase Alpha buggy from Space 1999 on my laptop keyboard. Either that, or I have visitors from Land of the Giants

Good morning from Holly and me out for our walk this morning. It's a very cold morning here in Newbridge, -4⁰C according to the car but it's bright and dry. Dawn was glorious! Sad to report, Holly lost another ball in the River Liffey 🙄. Have a lovely Friday, stay warm and be kind to each other

Actor Bill Bixby died on this day in 1993, at age 59 from complications of prostate cancer. He is best known for his roles as Dr. David Banner in The Incredible Hulk, Tim O'Hara in My Favorite Martian, and the magician Anthony Blake in The Magician. youtu.be/TzMSfaNXYZg?...

On this day in 1980, the largest television audience ever, at the time, (over 82 million people) watched as Sue Ellen's sister, Kristin Shepard shot J.R. Ewing on "Dallas". The jilted mistress was seen holding the smoking gun after months of viewers asking the question "Who shot J.R.?".

On this day in 1974 bombs devastated two central Birmingham pubs, killing 19 people and injuring over 180. Police said they believe the Provisional IRA planted the devices in the Mulberry Bush and the nearby Tavern in the Town. 21 Killed In Birmingham Pub Bombings share.google/bc0A720FzhwK...

The Partridge Family started its three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "I Think I Love You" on this day in November 1970. The song was featured in the first episode of the TV series, which was produced by Screen Gems, the same company that produced The Monkees.

Thomas Edison announced his invention, the phonograph, today in 1877 after demonstrating it by reciting "Mary Had a Little Lamb". He showed the device at his laboratory in Menlo Park, NJ. The original phonograph was able to record and reproduce sound using a stylus and a tinfoil-wrapped cylinder

Really loving "Katla" on Netflix. It has gorgeous cinematography, is so well acted and weird as hell. The slow pace won't suit everyone but it's so apt for the storytelling. Highly recommended www.imdb.com/title/tt1110...

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). We honour the memory of those who have been murdered due to transphobia and to raise awareness about the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the transgender community. #TDoR

Good morning from Holly and me out for our walk this frosty, cold morning 🥶 It's dry, so all's good. The River Liffey is in flood from water released upstream. Have a lovely Thursday everyone and stay warm. I've a BreastCheck appointment this morning. Don't forget to check your bits!

The whole Epstein Transparency Bill is a hoax - right? The 🟠🤡 has no intention of releasing the files. He will sign the bill to "show he has nothing to hide" to please his MAGAnuts. Then he will cite the investigation into Democrats as a reason he can't release them. Does he think we're idiots 🤷‍♀️

Gatekeepers, be advised ...

On this day in 1969 the second Apollo mission landed on Moon. Apollo 12 almost failed before it began because of a moment of drama shortly after launch as Apollo 12 was struck by lightning. Instruments shut down for a few seconds, but power was quickly restored.

On this day in 1964, The Supremes became the first all girl group to have a UK No.1 single when 'Baby Love' went to the top of the charts.

Kellogg's launched Pop Tarts on this day in 1964. The product came in four unfrosted flavors: strawberry, blueberry, brown sugar cinnamon, and apple currant. Pop Tarts shot to instant popularity; the first shipment sold out so quickly that Kellogg’s ran ads apologizing for the empty shelves.

1928, 1st issue of Time magazine featured Japanese Emperor Hirohito on the cover

President Abraham Lincoln delivered his "Gettysburg Address" on this day in 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. His speech, which lasted about two minutes, is considered one of the most famous in American history. Text of speech in alt text 👇

Public Service Announcement: "Transgenderism" is Burke's term designed to cause offence. Please don't do his work by propagating it. Meeja folk, take note . End.

Great to see these messages of positivity and solidarity. They are rare these days. #LGBTQinSTEMDay 🏳️‍⚧️

Some good news High Court orders Enoch Burke to be imprisoned www.rte.ie/news/ireland...

This week's UK Top 5 singles 1978: No.5, The Cars, 'My Best Friend's Girl', No.4, Rod Stewart, 'Do You Think I'm Sexy', No.3, Dan Hartman, 'Instant Replay', No.2, Olivia Newton- John, 'Hopelessly Devoted To You' and No.1, The Boomtown Rats, 'Rat Trap' giving the band their first UK No.1 single.

Steely Dan entered the US music charts for the first time on this day in 1972, with their debut single, "Do It Again". The song reached a peak of #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973 and was a key single from their debut album, "Can't Buy a Thrill". The album included "Reeling in the years"

The movie "Ben-Hur" premiered on this day in 1959 at the Loew's State Theatre in New York City. This epic historical drama, starring Charlton Heston and directed by William Wyler, was a massive success, winning 11 Academy Awards and becoming the highest-grossing film of 1959

Today in 1928, Walt Disney's "Steamboat Willie" premiered at the Colony Theatre in NYC introducing Mickey Mouse and pioneering the use of synchronized sound in animated cartoons. This innovative film established a new era in animation and propelling Mickey Mouse to instant fame.

US & Canadian railroads implemented 5 time zones today in 1883, to create a system that replaced the chaos of hundreds of local times. This system, largely based on the proposal of William Frederick Allen, divided the continent into time zones later officially recognized by Congress in 1918

Taoiseach Albert Reynolds resigned on this day in 1994. The crisis was precipitated by a disagreement over the appointment of Attorney General Harry Whelehan as President of the High Court and a subsequent Labour Party withdrawal from the coalition, which made a no-confidence vote inevitable.

That Sunday evening feeling...

@realgdt.bsky.social had crafted a brilliant adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel. It's streaming now on Netflix www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/a-maste...

We all gotta start somewhere

The Lanzarote Gin Rummy Stakes November 2025 results: Sun - Denise Mon - Denise Tues - Rnd 1 - Denise, Rnd 2 - Denise Weds - Ciara Thurs - Rnd 1 & Rnd 2 - Denise Friday - Rnd 1 & Rnd 2 - Ciara Saturday, Rnd 1 - Denise, Rnd 2 - Ciara Overall match score 7-4 for Denise 🏆🍾🥇the prize? A cocktail🍹

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Today is International Day of Tolerance. In today's world intolerance is growing at an extreme pace. So it's more important than ever to stand up for tolerance and humanity. Stand up for one another,stand up against hate, bullying and bigotry. Even if you stand alone sometimes

On this day in 1970, Anne Murray received a gold record for her single "Snowbird". She was the first Canadian artist to receive a gold record.

Show us the last four albums you listened to #Last4Albums Eclectic mix of new and old...

Love this 👇❤️ Doctor Who legend Tom Baker received his MBE in style recently, as he donned his iconic Fourth Doctor costume, complete with the signature striped scarf. Would you like a jelly baby?

Pop history was made on this day in 1986 when the Top 5 UK singles all featured female vocalists; Corinne Drewery from Swing Out Sister, Mel and Kim, Susannah Hoffs from The Bangles, Kim Wilde and Terri Nunn from Berlin who were at No.1. youtu.be/Bx51eegLTY8?...

On this day in 1985, the British and Irish governments signed the Anglo-Irish Agreement, marking a significant step in Northern Ireland's history by granting Ireland a consultative role in the region's governance for the first time in over 60 years.

The first colour commercial on English TV was for Bird's Eye Peas, shown on this day in 1969, but it was not the very first commercial ever aired on English-language television. That distinction belongs to a Gibbs SR toothpaste ad that aired on September 22, 1955 youtu.be/SOQIj-7AQwM?...

In 1940, The German Luftwaffe bombed Coventry in a massive raid which lasted more than 10 hours and left much of the city devastated with over 500 people dead. Interesting analysis of intelligence planning, including use of the Enigma decoder here: www.gchq.gov.uk/information/...

Lots of parkruns in Dublin are cancelled tomorrow, including @bushydubparkrun.bsky.social. if you are planning to #parkrun tomorrow, keep an eye on the cancellations list here. www.parkrun.ie/cancellations/

George Michael's debut solo album, Faith, reached No. 1 on the UK album chart on this day in 1987. The album was a massive international success, topping the charts in both the US and UK and winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1989.

On this day in 1922, the British Broadcasting Company (not the current Corporation) launched its first domestic radio service from the 2LO station at Marconi House in London. The initial broadcast was a news bulletin that announced the station's call sign as "2LO, Marconi House, London calling".

"Call me Ishmael. Some years ago - never mind how long precisely - having little or no money in my purse, and nothing particular to interest me on shore, I thought I would sail about a little and see the watery part of the world". Thus began "Moby Dick," by Herman Melville, published today in 1851

Day 4 of our escape to the sun and I'm cracking the spine on book 3. I'm a fan of biographies and I've wanted to read this one for some time. It was lounging in the pile beside my bed and a chance watch of DN's interview with Parkinson reminded me of the book's existence and into the case it went.