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Dave Robinson

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I'm a recently retired software engineer, still in rehab. I'm originally from Birmingham, and I'm an alumnus of the University of Birmingham, Mathematics & Computer […] 🌉 bridged from ⁂ europhiles.uk/@dave, follow @ap.brid.gy to interact

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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 22h
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Ian Betteridge @ianbetteridge.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 17/10/2026
One thing to remember if you're trying to understand Trump's continual love of Putin. Putin is an enemy of the west. He's an enemy of democracy. He's an enemy of the rights of ordinary people. But he's not an enemy of the rich.
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 16/10/2026
I just heard a radio advert for the "reimagined" Titanic experience in Belfast. Apparently it brings the ship to life using "immersive technologies". Hmmm. #badvertising
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 16/10/2026
Reform Guy: "A personal and sincere apology: I'm sorry I was caught." Crawl back into the sewer, fascist.
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 15/10/2026
Why are solicitors so expensive? I need to submit a form to the UK Land Registry to get a restriction removed from my property. Completing the form is easy, but it requires signed (and presumably witnessed) consent from a third party. I could do it myself, but I would still need a solicitor or […]
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
AI Company Lets Cops Pinpoint Specific Houses Based on a Single Interior Photo www.404media.co/ai-company-lets-cop… "Raven, previously called GeoSpy, lets cops figure out what specific Airbnb or Zillow property a photo was taken […]
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spdrnl @spdrnl.sigmoid.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
#bots #russia With the fall in bot traffic after #Ukranian strikes on #yandex, it is the right time to once again bring forward the topic of Russian reflexive control. Reflexive control tries to drive the extremes, make conversations impossible, in order to control the middle. The extremist […]
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Dear Right Wingers, The reason your socials have gone quiet is because most of your friends aren't real. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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Birmingham Green Party @brumgreens.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Reform figures see social media engagement drop after strikes on Russia data centres www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ref...
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Reform figures see social media engagement drop as bot accounts 'fall silent'
The social media engagement on posts from Reform UK figures appears to have dropped in the wake of Ukrainian strikes on Russian data centres.
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Anna Haunthro @annaanthro.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 10/10/2026
“ I stopped Iran from having a nuclear weapon and blowing up the entire Middle East and including Europe, perhaps the US, I saved more lives than anyone in history,” #Trump claimed. This, despite the fact that US intelligence reported in 2025 that #Iran suspended its pursuit of nuclear weapons […]
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Kolombiken @kolombiken.front-end.social.ap.brid.gy · 11/10/2026
#SilentSunday
Sun shining through green foliage streching over water, in the background a blue sky, a few clouds and a little bit of a fir forest.
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 10/10/2026
Just how much longer will UK and Europe kick the can down the road over digital sovereignty, after Comb-over Caligula ordered a ban on US entities making transactions with the International Criminal Court, because its former judge Navi Pillay was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize (and she […]
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James Smith 💾 @floppy.org.uk · 10/10/2026
Anyone know of any student-led anti-GenAI campaigns in UK schools? My daughter hates the amount it gets used *by the school itself* and wants to do something…
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 09/10/2026
I'm gutted that the #MangoMussolini hasn't been awarded the #NobelPeacePrize. After all, Trump has ended countless wars, including some between countries that don't exist.
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 09/10/2026
The only pay-per-view execution I'd countenance would be one where Colonel Bonespurs was playing a leading role.
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Nonilex @nonilex.masto.ai.ap.brid.gy · 08/10/2026
Unreal. #Trump has dragged us back to the #barbaric days of #PublicExecution. I am sick. #Pentagon says the #FiringSquad #execution of #FortHood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be #livestreamed. I’ve said it before, there are sooooo many things wrong with these people. They are basically the […]
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 06/10/2026
If I don't keep my car roadworthy and crash into yours, it hasn't gone "rogue", it's my negligence and I'm responsible. If my dog attacks you, I am liable. There are no rogue AIs, just negligent AI companies. Prosecute them.
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 07/10/2026
Jaguar Type 01... Fuck ugly, pointlessly massive, and ridiculously expensive. Discuss.
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weit_im_westen @weit-im-westen.nrw.social.ap.brid.gy · 07/10/2026
#hiking #lofotenislands #meermittwoch #seawednesday #seascape #landscapephotography
The image depicts a breathtaking mountainous landscape with a large lake nestled between steep, rugged cliffs. In the foreground, a rocky outcrop covered in green moss and grass is visible, with the edge of the cliff sharply defined. The middle ground features a serene lake with several small islands, reflecting the surrounding greenery and mountains. The background showcases towering mountains with sharp peaks, partially shrouded in mist, creating a sense of depth and grandeur. The sky is bright and clear, with a few wispy clouds, suggesting a sunny day. The overall color palette includes various shades of green from the vegetation, deep blues from the water, and grays and browns from the rocky terrain, contributing to the natural beauty of the scene.
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weit_im_westen @weit-im-westen.nrw.social.ap.brid.gy · 07/10/2026
#scotland #seascape #meermittwoch #seawednesday
Das Bild zeigt eine malerische Küstenlandschaft mit klarem, türkisfarbenem Wasser, das bis zu den Felsen reicht. Im Vordergrund sind die transparenten Gewässer zu sehen, die die Unterwasserstruktur sichtbar machen. Im Hintergrund erstreckt sich ein Strand mit weißem Sand, auf dem einige Menschen spazieren gehen. An der Küste befinden sich mehrere Häuser und Gebäude, darunter ein Kirchturm, die eine kleine Stadt oder Siedlung bilden. Einige Boote sind auf dem Wasser zu sehen, und der Himmel ist blau mit einigen weißen Wolken. Die Szene vermittelt ein Gefühl von Ruhe und natürlicher Schönheit.
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weit_im_westen @weit-im-westen.nrw.social.ap.brid.gy · 07/10/2026
#hiking #senjaisland #landscapephotography #seascape #meermittwoch #seawednesday
The image depicts a stunning mountainous landscape with a prominent peak in the center, characterized by sharp, jagged rock formations and steep slopes. The mountains are covered with patches of green vegetation, indicating a mix of rocky and vegetated terrain. A serene, dark blue lake is nestled in the foreground, surrounded by lush greenery, adding a contrasting element to the rugged mountains. The background features a clear blue sky and a body of water, possibly an ocean or a fjord, which extends to the horizon. The sunlight casts shadows on the mountains, highlighting their texture and depth. The overall scene is a picturesque representation of a natural, untouched environment, showcasing the beauty of the landscape.
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 07/10/2026
Your valiant boy about to head into the European commission to meet a Big Tech Gatekeeper about the insane request by European commie users to run software they choose on devices they own.
Me in front of a big building
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 05/10/2026
Ofcom rules say broadcasters cannot use politicians as newsreaders, interviewers or reporters in any news programmes. So why is Nigel Farage allowed to host his own primetime show on GB News? Demand that Ofcom takes immediate action ⬇️
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Farage on GB News: Demand that Ofcom takes immediate action - Best for Britain
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
“Zionism is racism” is not a policy but a slogan. It compresses a complex history, going back millennia, and a very wide set of beliefs into one narrow meaning. The answer to genocide is not discrimination. We don't fight racism with racism. I’m gutted to see this motion adopted by the Green Party.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Flying is officially on course to account for *almost all* the UK's carbon dioxide emissions by 2050. Heathrow expansion alone would cause more carbon emissions by 2054 than *any other sector of the economy*. So why is it being contemplated? My column. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The expansion of Heathrow would be an expensive disaster for Britain and the world. Burnham needs to block it | George Monbiot
A third runway would fly in the face of reason. If we are to prioritise human life over short-term ‘growth’, we need to use planes less, not more, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 30/09/2026
🚨 We’re calling on Ofcom to open a formal investigation into Nigel Farage presenting GB News shows and whether his programme on 15 September 2026 was within the rules on impartiality ⚠️ Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Keir Starmer wanted to be remembered as Prime Minister for building homes. Instead he will be remembered for his complicity in destroying them. #GazaGenocide
Rafah, in Gaza, on Google Earth, in 2022, left, and in 2026, right. (from https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/google-earth-gaza-images-update-b3057562.html)
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Stefano Marinelli @bsd.cafe · 02/10/2026
Good morning, #BSDCafe Good morning, #illumosCafe Good morning, #Fediverse Sunny and warm here, as usual. The day will be long and quite interesting. I'm waiting for a 'freebsd-update upgrade -r 15.1-RELEASE', waiting for a 2FA code for a commercial […] [Original post on mastodon.bsd.cafe]
A brick tower and surrounding historic buildings under a clear blue sky. The warm sunlight creates strong, sharp shadows across the walls, with geometric lines formed by the rooftops, windows and battlements.
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Jan Penfrat @ilumium.eupolicy.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/10/2026
So, the @EUCommission has rolled out @element chat as a backup system to their default #Teams for the 33k officials. One official defended the new #Matrix-based system on an internal chat, according to Politico, by saying Teams wasn't as secure because "all we have is a guarantee that […]
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Daniel Gultsch @daniel.gultsch.social · 28/09/2026
RE: sciences.social/@annasdtc/117224123… Not everyone can or should self-host, but the technology that enables it—federation, open standards, and vendor independence—also allows cooperatives, municipalities, and community groups to run their own infrastructure […]
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 01/10/2026
Zen Internet's summer broadband promotion ended yesterday. 900mbps was reduced to £39/month (from £45) and 1600mbps was reduced to £45/month (from £56). So far so good... I had recently renewed my 900mbps contract for another 18 months. Obviously, I was slightly peeved that the price had been […]
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Bruce Lawson ✅ ♫ ♿ ✌️♂️✊ @brucelawson.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 30/09/2026
Orf to fakkin Laaaaahhhnnndaaaaahhn (you slaaaaaaag) for SINNERgies tonight and a Suitfest tomorrow. (Hopefully I’ve booked a better hotel room than the rabbit hutch last week)
Me looking folorn in a tiny crap hotel room not much wider that the single bed, with rickety furniture and fucking WOODCHIP wallpaper
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
In terms of messaging, this is very positive, and a big shift from the nature-hatefest of the Starmer administration. Mind you, most tree-planting is unnecessary: I'd like to see much more emphasis on natural regeneration. 🧵 www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Half a million trees to be planted in England in three years, says government
Exclusive: Environment secretary Angela Eagle to make pledge as part of efforts to protect against extreme weather
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Carole Cadwalladr @carolecadwalla.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
It’s pretty nuts. Tom Watson’s very first intervention in his new job at spytech firm Palantir is to write a letter to his former colleague @labourlewis.bsky.social detailing all the times the firm has monitored his anti-Palantir activities
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J. Nathan Matias 🦣 @natematias.social.coop.ap.brid.gy · 29/09/2026
Wow, LinkedIn's algorithm really doesn't want people to read @sarahgilbert's article about keeping the Internet human in the era of AI Out of the 10,200 impressions the feed gave my posts last week, it only gave 65 to Sarah's *important* article in @techpolicypress As Sarah writes, "If AI […]
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Final Round Player 😷🇪🇺🍸 @jbond.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 30/09/2026
The Conspiracy Swingometer has shifted back towards false flag. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/se… One of the 5 arrested and bailed phoned 999 to report the other 4. Meanwhile the MSM keeps pushing Iran hiring useful idiots.
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Glyph @glyph.im · 30/09/2026
I logged in to LinkedIn to see a page full of people praising DHH, got mad, and wrote this. Less than 12 hours later I got an email telling me "Your post doesn’t comply with our Professional Community Policies on bullying and harassment. It’s been removed […] [Original post on mastodon.social]
A LinkedIn post from me that reads "DHH is openly a Nazi. You should not promote anything he is doing or relay his opinions on software development. It is shocking to me when I open this app and see people casually discussing his opinions on AI or interface design or whatever, as if he were a "thought leader". He is an open advocate for mass murder. It doesn't matter what else he thinks, do not promote his ideas." followed by the text "Only you can see this post because this content goes against our Professional Community Policies."
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 29/09/2026
I've just logged 24 hours of data from my UPS, recording the input voltage every minute. For about 4 minutes it hit 258V, the lowest was 249V, and the average was 253.627V. The legal maximum is 253V. I shall be logging a fault tomorrow with Western Power Distribution. I haven't got much else to […]
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 29/09/2026
Daniel Thomas (aka Danny Tommo), charged with slashing a dinghy, has been remanded in custody. Five supposedly Iranian terrorists, according to Grimes (aka Crafty) and Farage (aka the Frog-faced Fascist) have been released on bail. I fear we're not being told the full facts 😁
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 29/09/2026
It doesn't matter how you spin it; the pension triple lock is going to become a double lock. The wages ratchet - the third element after inflation and 2.5#% - will be at the discretion of the government, as far as I can tell. #TripleLock #UKStatePension
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 29/09/2026
It's safe to say that Zen Internet's sales phone line is completely bloody useless. There's a limit to how long I'm prepared to hold for, particularly when it's one of the UK supposedly premium ISPs I'm trying to contact. #ZenInternet #CustomerServicesFail
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bashstkid.mastodon.online.ap.brid.gy @bashstkid.mastodon.online.ap.brid.gy · 28/09/2026
@ianbetteridge Depending on what I read, all the big Starlink sats were put up despite not being approved by the FAA. Musk doesn’t give a shit.
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 27/09/2026
An archeological artefact discovered in my filing cabinet. For anyone under the age of about 35, this is a credit card slip. Google it 🤣
A credit card slip from 1995, for a barometer costing £132.
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M.S. Bellows, Jr. @msbellows.c.im.ap.brid.gy · 24/09/2026
I'm so old, I remember when software that spread into the wild and infiltrated other people's computers and did harmful things to them that the users didn't ask it to was called "malware" instead of "AI" and the people that spread it were prosecuted instead of given billions in venture capital […]
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Prof. Sam Lawler @sundogplanets.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 27/09/2026
[incredibly depressing, satellites] As you look up and admire the beautiful moon over the next few nights, remember that a US-based company has clearance from the FCC to launch a satellite that will be about 4x brighter than the full moon, and moving across the sky at Starlink speeds. And they […]
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Zimtfisch @zimtfisch.dresden.network.ap.brid.gy · 27/09/2026
'See oder Teich' #FotoVorschlag
Eine Plattform in einem Bergsee mit einem Zugangssteg. Der Boden auf ergrautem Holz im Zickzackmuster.  Das Geländer ist aus glänzendem Metall, ein gezacktes Muster ergebend. Am Ende eine runde Plattform mit kronenförmigem Geländer. Am Horizont ein Hochgebirgspanorama, darüber Sommerhimmel mit weißen Wolken.
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Fife4Europe #FBPE @fife4europe.mastodon.scot.ap.brid.gy · 25/09/2026
Leaked reports revealing UK intelligence warned that ecosystem collapse threatens national security and food supplies prove climate breakdown is an existential threat. Suppressing spy chief warnings to avoid political heat is reckless. Why hide reality from voters? (1/2) 🤔 #ClimateCrisis […]
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Dave Robinson @dave.europhiles.uk.ap.brid.gy · 26/09/2026
Giant vegetables at the Malvern Autumn Show. The big boy weighs 1258kg #GiantVeg #MalvernHills #MalvernShow
A slightly raised dais with a lot of multicoloured giant squashes and pumpkins on it. In the foreground a sign reads "Please do not sit on the veg".A bloody enormous very pale orange pumpkin.
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