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A shocking decision to pay for more weapons with the development budget! Because so much is already used to pay hotel owners in UK, it will mean spending overseas could drop to 0.17% by 2027. A long, long way from 0.7%.

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We prioritize listening and empathizing with the lived experiences of those affected by conflict and injustice, seeking to create connections that foster healing and transformation through shared humanity. #mend #okc #justice

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Here we go again. #SixNations opening weekend and #BBCToday interview the English captain. I thought there were 4 home nations ...

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Auschwitz was at the end of a long process. It did not start from gas chambers. This hatred was gradually developed by humans. From ideas, words, stereotypes & prejudice through legal exclusion, dehumanization & escalating violence... to systematic and industrial murder. Auschwitz took time.

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When I began this article, I thought it might refer to experiences from 30 or 40 years ago. To discover that the author graduated in 2024 is both shocking and depressingly unsurprising.

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The United Methodist Church’s Council of Bishops defends immigrants against Trump’s threats: “We your bishops are clear that the situation these beloved of God face as the Trump Administration comes to power threatens their humanity, livelihood, and basic human rights.”

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I just realized I haven’t introduced my miniature donkey to Blue Sky. He’s about 36 inches high and he guards the pasture from coyotes. True story. This is Gus❤️

submitted 43 days ago • 2101 comments

Praying for every preacher who is preparing for Sunday’s sermon and feeling the tremendous burden and privilege of this task, especially this week. May the Spirit guide you and the labors of your heart and soul as you offer the Good News. #BeUMC

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In Belarus this week someone told me “There's no alternative to Lukashenko as leader of our country.” Who said that? One of the candidates who’s been allowed to run against him in the election! His staunchest opponents are not running: they're either in prison or in exile. My impressions in Minsk.

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This is written by the bishop who stood up to Orange Voldemort. Everyone should be buying this. It's available on Amazon for $14. I'm an atheist and I'm buying it. #booksky

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Thousands of World Economic Forum regulars are descending on the exclusive Swiss ski resort of Davos this week with a spring in their step, electrified by Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 return to the White House.

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I'm pleased the report has been released. That said, even if a trial for this had happened and returned a guilty verdict, would it have made a difference?

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‘Let us not tire of preaching love, for this is the force that will overcome the world.’ Today’s @cac-org.bsky.social Daily Meditation focuses on St Oscar Romero, preacher of love and justice. Read the reflection, and sign up to their daily meditations, at: cac.org/daily-medita...

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A number of friends have been asking for an update on what's going on for me at the moment. Sorry it's taken so long ... www.cassowary.eu/post/without...

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UMC Vows to Oppose Mass Deportations. Links to this and other articles all in one place! open.substack.com/pub/unitedme...

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Wisdom from his many years.

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En route to #Corrymeela and listening to @flamygrant.bsky.social for inspiration. Going to be using their music in worship tonight ...

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Whilst I'm sad that Justin Trudeau is stepping down as Canadian PM, I'm utterly delighted he's still described as young. He's 4 days younger than me! #justsayin'

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A new year has provoked some reflection. Enjoy ... www.cassowary.eu/post/new-year

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Michael J. Fox receives the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his advocacy in Parkinson’s research.

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@emilythornberry.bsky.social huge congratulations on the damehood!! Richly deserved!!

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As Christians we watch the years pass not with nostalgia or sentimentality but with the joy of those who are moving toward an encounter with true life, with the eternity that never fades —St Oscar Romero, 31 December 1979. Read/listen http://www.romerotrust.org.uk/homilies-and-writings/homilies/giv…

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HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!! Despite the omens, let's make 2025 a great one!

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@helengrady.bsky.social hi Helen, glad you're on here. Didn't realise you'd left the BBC - loved your reporting from Italy!

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Well, it seems the hymn bug has bitten. A lil #Christmas Day #Carol. Enjoy ... www.cassowary.eu/post/the-gift

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Good morning, Bluesky Friends! 🗽💙 🌊

submitted 78 days ago • 329 comments

"He has a genius for backing into the limelight." A brilliant description of TE Lawrence that could equally be applied to some figures today!

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Destroy this myth. Please share if you have visited and researched in a library this past year! RT And give a shout out to your favorite library you have ever visited.

submitted 79 days ago • 1055 comments

December 21st 1924, a century ago today. Good news from the New York Times: the far right threat posed by Adolf Hitler is no longer something to worry sbout

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Can you repost this my darlings? XMAS EVE LIVESTREAM We have an amazing line up featuring @shitrock.bsky.social @commonerschoir.bsky.social @dfr10.bsky.social @bethanyblack.bsky.social @shattenstone.bsky.social @jlukeroberts.bsky.social AND MANY MORE! Donations to @samaritans.bsky.social

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U.S. Protests Mexi-Canadian Overpass theonion.com/u-s-protests...

submitted 81 days ago • 79 comments

Has Asma al-Assad been stripped of her British nationality? If not, why not? Surely she qualifies as a #warcriminal and a #terrorist? Or does it only apply to teenagers?

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This looks interesting

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Just been to my six year-old's nativity play at his S Dublin school. Kids from Turkey, China, India, S Africa, Kenya. They all sang Away in a Manger in Irish, Sa stábla, sa mháinséar. Loudly, enthusiastically. This is modern Ireland. The attractiveness of our culture, the warmth of its welcome.

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NEW: Weekend The News Agents Latest in our extended ivs, with Emily Thornberry. We talk foreign policy, Gaza, Syria, Trump and her political journey. Resignation, the rise of the left and Starmer and why she thought some of those around Corbyn were “bastards” 👇 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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Five years ago today: Ludicrous novelty figure takes on me and Elmo.

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I've been pondering the resignation of #JustinWelby and its implications for change. www.cassowary.eu/post/a-quest...

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Assad Regime Leaves Note Thanking Locals For Supporting Family-Run Dictatorship theonion.com/assad-regime...

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