Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Last night’s sunset from Divis Mountain #Belfast 032
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026I find this an interesting topic - if also an infuriating one. There seems to be a body of people out there who don't think the rules of the road apply to them: bus lanes; one-way streets; disabled/child parking. There is definitely a research project... www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...theguardian.comDrivers ignoring roadwork closures to skip queues ‘wilfully putting lives at risk’Hundreds of cars driven through cones or barriers in England this year, says National Highways 020
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026@rikefranke.bsky.social Not sure why I thought of you when I seen this 🙂 011
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Well, indeed. Extends to little things like the exclusion of Northerners from watching Katie Taylor's big night on RTE. www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2026...irishtimes.comJustine McCarthy: Northern nationalists are right to detect bias from their counterparts in the RepublicNortherners get cheered when they win Olympic medals for Ireland, but heaven forfend we might let them vote here 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusAlice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social · 09/09/2026I’ve reached the point - well actually, I reached it a while ago - where I’m militantly anti-AI. Fine - use it in bioscience labs and radiology where it might help analyse data more effectively. Use it sparingly for systems engineering. Everywhere else, it can fuck off. 1553136711
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 06/09/2026An odd line to pursue. Surely, one characteristic sought for a potential PM is the ability to retain a focus and take in the detail of a meeting? 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusQUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Open Learning at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social is 175 this year! 🎉 👉 Find out more and enrol on our Autumn courses here: www.qub.ac.uk/ol 👇 @cathalpmc.bsky.social and @katyhayward.bsky.social tell us more (filmed Spring 2026). #LoveQUBstaff #LoveQUB #OpenLearning 032
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Well, if this is what Trump thinks we know what should definitely happen. Infantino MUST go. 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusSíobhra Aiken @siobhraaiken.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Congratulations to Peter on his outstanding leadership over the past decade @irishstudiesqub.bsky.social. He leaves big shoes to fill, but we are excited to continue building on the vibrancy of the programmes and community at Irish Studies in Queen's. 0173
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Something tells me Mary Ann might be enjoying this celebration #FleadhCheoil #1792 031
Reposted by Cathal McManusNick Anstead @nickanstead.bsky.social · 21/07/2026This seems harsh considering Trump has just won the World Cup. 021
Reposted by Cathal McManusmensrea @mensie.bsky.social · 19/07/2026German broadcast. Nailed it 139149784993
Reposted by Cathal McManusIan Dunt @iandunt.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Watching Trump try to get into the World Cup photo, then shuffle off because no-one was paying attention to him, was the perfect ending to this evening. 945141617
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Trump having to hand the trophy to Spain will be sweet 🇪🇸 0121
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Very depressing www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...bbc.co.ukDomestic abuse: The harrowing dark side of England's World Cup exitDuring a major football tournament such as the World Cup, some women and girls are constantly living in fear - because domestic abuse rises when England play, research shows. 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusClaire Mitchell @clairemitchell.bsky.social · 12/07/2026The Ghost Limb is on RTÉ radio tonight! A four part documentary series, about the story of the book and its afterlife. Hopefully on the Docs on One podcast in due course. A labour of love from producer Dónall Ó Maolfabhail from Scun Scan Productions. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...rte.ieThe Ghost Limb - RTÉ Radio 1Northern Ireland Protestant author, Claire Mitchell, frustrated at having no place to call home, embarks on a historical and magical journey, to heal what she calls her Ghost Limb. 65615
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 12/07/2026You’ll never hear Lee Dixon and Father Fitzgerald speaking at the same time… youtu.be/GPSc3Q7OLyQ?...youtu.beTed the most boring voiceYouTube video by Gerard Meagher 010
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 11/07/2026Might want to move the water bottles from the reach of Solbakken in the second half. For the good of his back room team #Norway #England 000
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026Does Mark Rutte play this smirking, spineless puppet role in public and then work to repair damage in private? Is he taking one for the team in front of the cameras? 000
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026And that is a wrap for the "Identity and Intergroup Relations in Divided Societies" strand of the AHSS International Summer School at Queen's University Belfast. We finished up with a panel discussion on Grassroots Peacebuilding. Many thanks to our contributors on the panel and across the 2 weeks 000
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026"Underage users have been dodging the restrictions by using accounts registered to older people, setting up fake accounts, or by logging into private browsers." Oh, the sneaky little... Don't think anyone seen that coming. www.rte.ie/news/world/2...rte.ieAustralia teen social media ban has little impact - studyAustralia's social media ban for under 16s has had little impact on teenagers' scrolling habits, researchers have said in one of the first evaluations of the measures. 031
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Seems a little strange to say this as someone with zero connections to the place (apart from a few holidays there), but the World Cup never feels right without the Netherlands 🇳🇱 #WorldCupStartsNow 000
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026My thoughts on events in Belfast this week and the need for serious discussions about the threat posed by racism in our society. tinyurl.com/yfa6tfxf 031
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026For keyboard warriors, the consequences of pushing hateful narratives will never be real. For the people/families that fall victim to their hatred this is horrible and sad reality: www.rte.ie/news/ulster/...rte.ie'Completely destroyed' - man's house burnt out in BelfastA man whose house in Belfast was "completely" destroyed during disorder last night said he lost "sentimental" items in the fire, including items belonging to his late father. 020
Reposted by Cathal McManusZack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Politicians who fanned these flames should hang their heads in shame. Time and again we've seen this story play out. Single incidents used to fuel a far right narrative - and communities across the nation paying the price. 21244641259
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 11/05/2026www.irishtimes.com/world/europe... It is a welcome start but much more is needed.irishtimes.comEU agrees to place fresh sanctions on extremist Israeli settlersBreakthrough sees blacklist imposed on violent settlers for first time in nearly two years 010
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 10/05/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... This is appalling.bbc.co.ukHis father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the bodyThe UN human rights office condemns incident as 022
Reposted by Cathal McManusQUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 06/05/2026"There remain few better ways to find relief of mind than by opening it." Our latest Staff Blog, by Prof @katyhayward.bsky.social and Dr @cathalpmc.bsky.social, on 175 years of Open Learning at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social. 👉 Read the blog: go.qub.ac.uk/OLat175 #LoveQUBstaff #lifelonglearninggo.qub.ac.ukBLOG: 175 years of Open Learning at Queen's2026 marks the 175th anniversary of Queen’s provision of extramural courses, i.e., provision ‘outside the walls’ of the University. 0157
Reposted by Cathal McManusHamilton Nolan @hamiltonnolan.bsky.social · 05/04/2026I understand the impulse not to let this guy's statements dictate the news cycle but the fact that he can say shit like this and it barely causes a ripple in the media is a key to his ability to maintain power. Constantly pushing the bar of normality downwards, no pressure to take responsibility. 872896569
Reposted by Cathal McManusSally Hayden @sallyhayd.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Things I have seen in the rubble of Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon over the past week, part two. More up here: www.instagram.com/p/DWYXD0Rjak... At least 1,116 people have been killed since March 2, incl 121 children, acc to min of health. At least 3,229 have been injured, incl 399 children. 03227
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 13/03/2026Thanks to @cebys.bsky.social for the invitation to present on the relationship between social media use, anti-immigration sentiment and serious youth violence. Video can now be accessed below: qubstudentcloud-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/person...qubstudentcloud-my.sharepoint.comSign in to your account 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusColm Walsh @violencestudies.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Working with partners to develop new and responsive youth interventions is central to our research centre @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social @cebys.bsky.social Come help us help youth services to reduce violence and exploitation: hrwebapp.qub.ac.uk/tlive_webrec...hrwebapp.qub.ac.ukJob profile 033
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026QUB's AHSS International Summer School 2026 is open for applications until the end of March. Join me in weeks 2 and 3 to explore "Identity & Intergroup Relations in Divided Societies". Further details available > www.qub.ac.uk/Study/intern...qub.ac.ukAHSS Summer Schools 2026 | Study | Queen's University Belfast 010
Reposted by Cathal McManusColm Walsh @violencestudies.bsky.social · 14/02/2026🔊Calling youth service practitioners Free online in-sight session exploring online influences, anti immigration sentiment and violence in Ireland. Come chat with Cathal and see how research insights can inform your practice. Link below 032
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026This makes for very depressing reading. More needs to be done to tackle this normalisation of hatred towards minority populations here. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukHate crimes: Race incidents in NI at highest level since records beganPolice say there were 2,260 race hate incidents recorded in 2025 - the highest level since records began. 001
Reposted by Cathal McManusZoe Gardner @zoejardiniere.bsky.social · 16/02/2026😬Not the best look for Reform’s Gorton & Denton candidate Matt Goodwin White supremacist far right activist says “you've appeared on our podcasts, had dinner with us, had us write for your Substack, and sought our advice on how to write your social media posts” Tad awkward😬 33701336
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Appealing to Donald Trump to show common sense. That’s cute. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukMicheál Martin: Irish PM calls for 'common sense' on GreenlandOn Tuesday the White House said the 051
Reposted by Cathal McManusAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 03/01/2026Q: China, Russia, and Iran have interests in Venezuela. How does this operation affect your relationships with them? TRUMP: In terms of other countries that want oil, we're in the oil business. We're gonna sell it to them. We'll be selling oil. 197889390
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 30/12/2025This is an interesting read from @yvonnemurray.bsky.social www.rte.ie/news/2025-in...rte.iePost-war liberal order is dead but don't just blame TrumpSome say the post-war liberal order died in 2025. But while US President Donald Trump may have accelerated its demise, it was already fragmenting. The big question is: what comes next? 010
Cathal McManus @cathalpmc.bsky.social · 24/12/2025I say it every year. Mark Gatiss is a master storyteller #AGhostStoryForChristmas #EFBenson 000
Reposted by Cathal McManusSunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 15/12/2025His life and work should not be overshadowed by his tragic death, an apparent homicide, becoming an occasion when the incumbent President of the United States of America has surprisingly showed he could sink lower than even he had done to date into his characteristic sociopathic narcissism. 1445