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LorennaCleary.bsky.social @lorennacleary.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Orthodox Jewish community members join protest against Netanyahu in NYC.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

From one despotic murderous lunatic to another, with love.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I don’t *think* this is AI…. Honestly, the US is moribund!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Y’all, Dolly Parton was an international treasure! What a great tribute! Rest in peace, Dolly.

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Library of Congress @librarycongress.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of Dolly Parton, a music legend and titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library program has earned multiple Library Literacy Awards and, in 2018, she visited us to donate its 100 millionth book to our collection and host a story time. 🦋❤️

Dolly Parton reads to children in the Library’s Great Hall in 2018. Photo by Shawn Miller.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Yes!!! Canada forever!!!! 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦

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Fietser @americanfietser.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

This Dutch intersection was given a design that, despite not being urban, offered people walking and cycling a safe passageway along and through the conflict zone. However, motorists kept speeding along here, so that's when enforcement tech was brought in. Speed cameras dropped speeds drastically.

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The Safest Intersection I’ve Ever Crossed Is Apparently Dangerous

YouTube video by Evan Edinger

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Optimist: riding a bike is fun, gets me places on time, keeps me fit and saves me money! Pessimist: it rains and it might be hilly so I’m not cycling. And cyclists are *bad* Driver: look at those bastard cyclists getting ahead while I’m stuck here in traffic for hours. They don’t even pay tax!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Can’t help thinking The Times is an unlikely ally for those of us who despise fascism.

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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

It's just one long stream of BS from these fossil fuel-backed clowns. Adopting their policies would destroy a million jobs (see next post) while creating almost none in return. Total environmental and social vandalism. The absolute state of "conservatism". www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

theguardian.com

Populist and rightwing figures take aim at Ed Miliband and UK net zero policies at ‘anti-woke Davos’

Kemi Badenoch, who joined US anti-abortion activists and European far-right parties at ARC, described energy secretary as a ‘villain’

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Make this an international celebration!

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Adam Schwarz @adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Tens of thousands chant “Russians, go home!” at tonight’s anti-Orbán concert in Budapest’s Heroes’ Square ahead of Sunday’s Hungarian election.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

They did the crime, whilst running up debts to pay shareholders, and now they won’t do the time. Water should be nationalised at no cost to the taxpayer.

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Carla Francome @carlafrancome.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Incredible plan for Paris 🇫🇷Including “completion of city’s full bike network”. Now something like this for London too please!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

You can’t do better than gain an endorsement from Carla Francome, @maxsullivan.bsky.social. Top marks!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The evidence appears to suggest there are too many senior politicians who “really have no business being in politics at all”. Quite.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

I get my weekly shopping by bike. And my DIY carpentry materials. And cake. Bikes mean business. ____ Cargo bike pictured beside a truck owned by the supplier, Sydenhams. Staff were very amused!

This image shows my cargo bike is parked next to a large blue heavy goods vehicle. My cargo bike has two half sheets of plywood which I have just purchased from the owner of the HGV. The bike looks tiny beside the lorry!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

FUCK TRUMP FUCK FARAGE. There. I rarely swear on here but my naughty words are piffling compared with the crimes that are Trump and Farage.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Plywood love… my emerging mid-century shelving and cupboard unit (sideboard?). Not too shabby for a guy who refuses to buy all the tools…

A photo showing a long, low cupboard which is being made from plywood. It will have cupboard doors painted chocolate brown and natural wood colour for the top and shelves. It is set against a moody black wall.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Yumbly healthy pea and spinach soup… Prep ingredients - cut and then leave for 10 mins before using (tip from Tim Spectre). Onion Celery Leek Fennel Sauté till soft and a little browned then add Broccoli stem Ginger Turmeric Herbes de Provence Frozen peas Add 1.5l water then add…

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southpaw @nycsouthpaw.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Ilhan Omar is an American hero. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...

Ms. Omar, visibly shaken after the assault, insisted to her staff and security that she would continue. She asked for a napkin and told them: "Just give me 10 minutes. I beg you. Please don't let them have the show."
Ms. Omar then turned the crowd. "Here's the reality that people like this ugly man don't understand," she said. "We are Minnesota strong, and we will stay resilient in the face of whatever they might throw at us."
Someone in the crowd later thanked Ms.
Omar for staying and continuing after the assault, which had shaken not only her but the entire room.
"I learned at a young age you don't give in to threats," Ms. Omar said.

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Ilhan Omar @ilhanmn.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work. I don’t let bullies win. Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Food love (it’s been a while!) Photo shows a really delicious soup or base for other things - you could add tofu, red lentils or mixed fish, and serve with sourdough. - onions - celery - 3 peppers - tomato purée (1-2 tbsps) - nori seaweed sheet - miso (1 tbsp) - tarragon - herbes de Provence ….

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

I'm just over 100 days as the leader of the Green Party. We've had several polls where we're in second place above Labour. And today we found out we are closing in on overtaking Labours membership. Then we're coming for Reform. Join.greenparty.org.uk

join.greenparty.org.uk

Join the Green Party

Join the Green Party from just £6 a year. Become a member today - join the only party standing up for people and planet.

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Thanks @middleeasteye-rss.bsky.social We're growing a team - keeping up the huge momentum and ready to do so much more in the May elections! join.greenparty.org

https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/your-party-here-can-it-cut-through-and-help-defeat-reform

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Who knew Reform would be a disaster?! The fact people still support them in such lemming numbers says rather a lot about the state of our education system.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Yes! You and your Fresh Greens certainly give me hope, Zack.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

This. Every word. Active travel is not a competitor against public transport. Unless we make it so by failing to integrate the two. We also need secure cycle storage including e-bike charging at key and rural bus stops.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

I’ve done some tiling today. My back aches, my neck aches, my arms ache, my clothes are covered in drying adhesive. I don’t like tiling. Tiling is hell. And it takes a long time before it looks nice. 30 sqm still to do…. Don’t tile. Pay someone who likes tiling to tile. That’s my advice.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

This is *great*. The power of cycles and unclad humanity to defeat fascism and autocracy. Fragile Fascists don’t like it, therefore do it. Would you cycle naked… weekly, in the good, fun company of thousands, in public, in warm-enough weather, to defend your democracy? Would you? I would.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

I found a great vegan ramen soup recipe by Gaz Oakley youtu.be/D6VaKbsBaxE?... It’s amazing. Really rich and delicious. Give it a try! Plus a bonus super-spicy sauce by his dad. Oof!

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THE BEST meatless RAMEN recipe ever

YouTube video by Gaz Oakley

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Are you into progressive urbanism?if so, this might be just up your street. By my very good friends at EcoResponsive Environments (Prachi and Soham are awesome!) 25 September, Stratford. Please repost. course.greenurbanist.org/masterclass-...

course.greenurbanist.org

Masterclass and Study Tour: Nature-led Urban Design

Join our Study Tour and Masterclass at London's Olympic Park.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

RoIreland is the place to be. In the wake of Brexit and now Heil Britannia, the Emerald nation speaks of gentleness, a warm welcome and genuine progression in the European Union. And their well-deserved, long-awaited good fortune is yielding dividends. As we fall, RoIreland rises like a phoenix.

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Adam Tranter @adamtranter.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

The Embankment cycleway (CS3) in London was purposefully built to be wider than was usual in order to future proof it. Some said it would hardly be used. Now there’s a decent case for widening it further. Induced demand is real.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Term time is about to begin! Lots of fresh faces, and many who have moved up an educational notch. Lots of cars, too. 20% of traffic chaos in front of you is “doing the school run”. Things could be so different. More kids cycling and walking to and from school in safety? Yes, it can happen!

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Don’t tell me you can text and drive simultaneously.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Absolutely love this. What a thread, and what awesome people! Climate heating isn’t invented. It’s studied by real people with an absolute passion and commitment to what they do. It’s time we acted on their advice and wise counsel.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Democracy in action. Meanwhile, families are being starved to death and otherwise killed in Gaza. People - just like you and me and our families with nothing to eat, or randomly killed because apparently everyone in Palestine is a terrorist. This mass murder is supported by our government.

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David Zipper @davidzipper.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Seems bad: "We identified more than 30,000 tire wear particles in 24 liters of stormwater runoff from roads and parking lots after two rainstorms. In heavy traffic areas, we believe the concentrations could be much higher."

theconversation.com

One of the biggest microplastic pollution sources isn’t straws or grocery bags – it’s your tires

Rain storms wash those tire shards into streams and ultimately into lakes and oceans. That’s bad news for fish and other aquatic life.

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crypttext.bsky.social @crypttext.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Lindsay Hoyle holidaying in Israel annually raises serious questions, as does labour friends of Israel. Large %age of current cabinet accepts Zionist funding.

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Led By Donkeys @ledbydonkeys.org · 22/07/2025

🚨 This morning we turned the street outside Labour Party Headquarters in London into Jabaliya camp in Gaza. Listen to @ahmedmasoud02.bsky.social talking about what the Israeli army did to his neighourhood and family.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

The wonderful Netherlands. The world’s most advanced nation.

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Peter Gleick @petergleick.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Weird how the fossil fuel industry claims it's renewables that are expensive. My solar panels paid for themselves in 7 years (instead of the predicted 13) and our solar electricity is free now. And it runs our car.

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Richard Lewis @cyclisethecity.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

The US is in serious danger of becoming a Nazi state. The horrific detention and chaining up of people MAGA don’t like - including Latino US citizens - is horrific but I fear just the very beginning of an escalating and disgusting campaign of racism, phobia and cruelty. This is only going one way.

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Jonathan Portes @jdportes.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

I have sent this email to my Director of Comms at KCL and would encourage others to do likewise.

I am writing to ask you to delete the official King’s account on X, or at least to stop posting there, and to instruct other official KCL accounts to do the same

“Grok” – which is the official X integrated AI/chat feature – is now directly praising Hitler and calling for Jews and others to be put in concentration camps. This is ,as widely reported, the direct result of its reprogramming by Elon Musk. In other words, it’s not that X has been largely overrun by far-right accounts – although that is also the case – this directly Nazi propaganda is coming directly from X itself/its senior management

There is absolutely no excuse or justification for us to have any presence there at all any more and we should stop

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