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Disappointed optimist.

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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 22h
"Gaza documentary NAZA beats Avengers Endgame: Encore to top Italian box office." .
theguardian.com
Gaza documentary NAZA beats Avengers Endgame: Encore to top Italian box office
Award-winning, Guardian-produced film focused on Israel’s mass killing of civilians extends run after sold-out screenings
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Amy Remeikis @amyremeikis.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
House prices falling by a percentage not seen in 40 years does not mean house prices have fallen to affordable levels - it is just that we have seen them increase so much year on year, that falls seem significant BUT IT DOESN'T MAKE HOUSING AFFORDABLE IT JUST MEANS THE HOUSING MARKET HAS BEEN BROKEN
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"Plunging". Bullshit headline again from the Guardian. 5% isn't even a 'correction'. .
theguardian.com
Brisbane and Sydney hit hardest by falling house prices as 5.2% shaved from property values nationwide
Cotality data shows median house prices fell in September as interest rates hit borrowing capacity
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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 29/09/2026
Google Maps images show scale of Israel's destruction of Gaza, where more than 74,000 Palestinians have been killed.
aljazeera.com
Satellite images show Gaza in ruins three years into Israel's genocidal war
Google Maps images show scale of Israel's destruction of Gaza, where more than 74,000 Palestinians have been killed.
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Deepcut News @deepcutnews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This Labor government is the Ed Sheeran of Australian politics, @amyremeikis.bsky.social writes. "On every issue, Labor has done the least it can do." www.deepcutnews.com/p/this-labor...
deepcutnews.com
This Labor government is the Ed Sheeran of Australian politics – Amy Remeikis
There is more opportunity to push back against toxic centrism
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KittyKatGirl😻🙏💞🐞 @mary1kathy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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marque lawyers @marquelawyers.com.au · 28/09/2026
Google is updating its satellite images of Gaza. The comprehensiveness of effort required to reduce an urban landscape to this is beyond imagining. Literal carpet bombing.
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Paul Eric @pauleric70.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Now it is official. "In relation to Israels military operations in Gaza, we conclude that Israeli authorities are responsible for war crimes. Including extermination, murder, using starvation as a method of war, forcible transfer" (UN Human Rights Council)
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
DoorDash spent $1.4M trying to stop Zohran Mamdani from becoming mayor. This week's historic $131.5M enforcement action against DoorDash for underpaying NYC delivery workers shows why. Yet another reminder that the only thing that can beat organized money is organized people.
theintercept.com
DoorDash Spent $1.4 Million Trying to Stop Mamdani From Becoming Mayor. Now We Know Why.
In a wage-theft settlement, DoorDash now has to pay its workers around 100 times what it spent trying to beat Zohran Mam
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Hypocrite. Albanese's cowardice has contributed to the "'breakdown' of global rules"
abc.net.au
Albanese laments 'breakdown' of global rules in major UN speech
The prime minister tells the UN that climate change and AI are key challenges demanding urgent global cooperation, just two days after Donald Trump told the same forum that both concerns were a "hoax"...
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Wear The Peace @wearthepeace.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Actress Susan Sarandon being arrested earlier today for protesting Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the United Nations. One is speaking out against genocide, one is committing it. One was arrested, one was not.
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Senator David Shoebridge @davidshoebridge.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Lies, more lies, then some lies from this man. Thankfully much of the world (with the shameful exception of Australia) is finally moving to sanction Israeli settlements and parts of the machinery of dispossession and genocide.
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Whitney Curry Wimbish @whitneycwimbish.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The youngest person his pager attack killed was 9-year-old Fatima Abdullah, who had just started 4th grade. The pager was on a table when it went off and she picked it up to take to her dad. It exploded in her face and reports said it covered the room in her blood. She wanted to learn English.
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Greg Jericho @grogsgamut.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Two men who regard their own voters with contempt
Screenshot of Albanese’s obsequious selfie photo of he and Trump
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stranger @strangerous.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
David Pocock fires up on the $10K donation scheme running since 1999 just to get the PM's ear, reserved for people with ‘money & power’ “If you have cash, you can get access” “A nurse who’s lost their brother to a gambling addiction…she doesn’t have $10K” What a crock. Scrap it.
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Nick McKim @nickmckim.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Criticism of Israel and the genocidal Zionist project is not antisemitism. We will not be intimidated into silence. Free Palestine.
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NRDC @nrdc.org · 15/09/2026
A new U.N. report found that toxic “forever chemicals” called PFAS pose a profound threat to human rights and the environment. Actor and activist Mark Ruffalo and environmental attorney Rob Bilott have joined the call to ban all non-essential uses of PFAS to protect our planet and our health.
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Andrew Wilkie MP @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Australians know what too often politicians and political parties forget – that we are here to serve their interests and go into bat for them, not vested interests. That’s part of the reason so many people are angry with the political class. #auspol #politas
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Andrew Wilkie MP @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
A petition with 124,665 signatures says we don’t want our weapons, components & resources contributing to war crimes or genocide. The Red Lines Package gives Gov an opportunity to restore Aus's leadership on international law. I urge the Gov to act. #auspol #politas
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
There's no bigger compliment
theguardian.com
Israeli minister threatens to strip Israeli film-makers of citizenship over Gaza documentary NAZA
Miki Zohar accuses Oscar-winning directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor of ‘treason against the state’
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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 11/09/2026
Venice Film Festival honours NAZA, an expose on Israel's use of AI systems in Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Israeli film on Gaza receives 25-minute ovation at Venice premiere
Venice Film Festival honours NAZA, an expose on Israel's use of AI systems in Gaza.
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
If Leon's whinging, it must be worth watching
theguardian.com
Elon Musk attacks film-maker behind documentary about him
Tech mogul calls director Alex Gibney a ‘bitter old man’ who has ‘zero integrity’ in series of posts on X
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
theguardian.com
Secret systems used by Israel in mass killings of Gaza civilians revealed in new film
Testimony from Israeli military insiders involved in surveillance and remote killings features in documentary produced by the Guardian
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Michael West @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Did they say there's no offside rule in AFL? AFL & Transurban boss Craig Drummond breaches own corporate governance obligations by doing Israel gig #whatsthescam #auspol #UNGP michaelwest.com.au/free-kick-af...
michaelwest.com.au
Free Kick. AFL, Transurban boss does Israel gig, breaches human rights rules - Michael West
"I'll come back to you ASAP" they said. But chairman of toll road juggernaut and AFL commissioner Craig Drummond has not been forthcoming.
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
when you've run out of things to write about..
theguardian.com
You be the judge: should my girlfriend stop letting the recycling pile up?
Robin keeps used packaging on the kitchen ledge. Benny thinks that’s unhygienic. You decide who’s talking rubbish
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Where do they find these fukwits
abc.net.au
Late payment from fugitive developer left ICAC witness 'worried' about Porsche
Jeremy Greenwood told the ICAC he was waiting on a large payment from fugitive developer Jean Nassif to purchase a sports car.
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Albo never fails to disappoint
abc.net.au
Australia breaks from international pack on Israeli sanctions
After joining other countries in recognising the state of Palestine, Australia has broken from the pack of other nations in not adopting trade sanctions against West Bank businesses.
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Haaretz.com @haaretzcom.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Haaretz exposé: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received an explicit warning from UAE President bin Zayed days before October 7. He didn't brief Israel's security chiefs. 🔗https://tr.ee/s78NFy
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Zack Beauchamp @zackbeauchamp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
It turns out that Netanyahu was warned, in shockingly specific terms, about October 7 — and not only chose to do nothing, but hid the warning from the people who could have stopped it www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
haaretz.com
Netanyahu got an explicit warning before Oct. 7. He didn't brief security chiefs
In September '23, UAE President bin Zayed called Netanyahu to deliver a harsh warning. Netanyahu did nothing. An extensive investigation, conducted for a new book, reveals the PM's failures surroundin...
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Zeteo UK @zeteo.uk · 08/09/2026
Ed Miliband says the UK now considers Israel’s occupation unlawful. The government will ban imports from illegal settlements, sanction those who finance or facilitate settlement expansion, and tighten restrictions on arms exports. “You will face the full force of UK sanctions.”
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Wonder how long before the cowardly AUS govt jump on board & finally develop a conscience.
bbc.com
UK announces sanctions on Israeli settlements and accuses settlers of 'ethnic cleansing' in West Bank
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accuses "settler terrorists" of driving Palestinians from their land in the illegally occupied West Bank.
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
About bloody time
bbc.com
UK announces sanctions on Israeli settlements and accuses settlers of 'ethnic cleansing' in West Bank
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accuses "settler terrorists" of driving Palestinians from their land in the illegally occupied West Bank.
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Jewish Council of Australia @jewishcouncilau.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Booker-prize winning author Richard Flanagan hit the nail on the head during his powerful speech at the Festival of Dangerous Ideas. If you agree, sign our petition urging governments and institutions to reject the IHRA definition of antisemitism: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/dont...
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
TV weatherman not capable of leading US military. Whodathought? 😂
theguardian.com
Captain calamity: Pete Hegseth under fire for ‘inept’ leadership of US military
The US defense secretary faces internal dissent and discord at the Pentagon, accused of focusing on culture war issues and his own political ambitions as the Iran war drags on
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Senator David Shoebridge @davidshoebridge.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We all saw the police violence, this is one way to push back. If you can help by making even a small donation to hold senior police accountable for the orders they gave that lead to so many peaceful protestors being attacked, please do. chuffed.org/project/1806...
chuffed.org
Hold the Police Commissioner accountable for this bashing. Support White Shirt Guy’s historic legal battle.
Photo courtesy of Oliver Risi.
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CNN @cnn.com · 04/09/2026
Exclusive: Epstein survivors say celebrity hair stylist Frederic Fekkai's salon had "instructions" to make them look younger. cnn.it/3Uwy8bS
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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
More Palestinians have been killed (1,300) since the so-called ceasefire began in Gaza on 10th October 2025 than Israelis were killed on 7th October 2023 - including ten times as many children (300!) as were killed on 10/7. This is what a 'ceasefire' looks like for Palestinians.
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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 03/09/2026
Abu Safia, in custody for nearly two years, continues to face abuse inside prison, his lawyer says.
aljazeera.com
No end to torture of Gaza doctor Abu Safia in Israeli prison: What to know
Abu Safia, in custody for nearly two years, continues to face abuse inside prison, his lawyer says.
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Who's next netanyahu? Love Guy's work but WTF. A "largely sympathetic movie about [Murdoch's] early business life"
abc.net.au
Rupert Murdoch 'very happy' to be played by Guy Pearce in new film
A new film on the Australian-born media mogul is headlining the Venice Film Festival, with director Danny Boyle saying it takes a more sympathetic look at his early foray into British newspapers.
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Wear The Peace @wearthepeace.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
A child attending his first-ever live concert was brought on stage by British rock band IDLES in Belfast, Ireland. When asked to say one thing to his people, he shouted “Free Free Palestine.”
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Deepcut News @deepcutnews.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Louise Adler: 'the Royal Commission is a propaganda exercise.' Watch or listen to the full Deepthink episode: www.deepcutnews.com/p/louise-adl...
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Senator David Shoebridge @davidshoebridge.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
The IDF, and those who fought for the IDF in the genocide in Gaza, should not be celebrated or platformed in any country that believes in humanity and basic international justice. They should not be allowed to use the Sydney marathon as a platform this weekend.
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Brent Hodgson @brenthodgson.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
VERY interesting… Grayndler has been held by Albo since 1996. A month ago, Hannah Ferguson announced she’s contesting it. Today she posts this pic. At this rate, Ferguson’s campaign could VERY easily become the largest (by people) in history. (Larger than when McKew beat Howard in 2007.)
Photo of an event in Grayndler. Big crowd. Looks like a pub. People standing in rows and smiling. Lots of young people in particular. Title says “Mixtape Brewing & Bar”.
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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
"You Called Gaza a Genocide Last Year, Louise Haigh. So Why Not Act Now You’re in Government?" My open letter to the most powerful woman in the UK government on the need for action – especially sanctions – against Israel’s ongoing genocidal crimes in Gaza. For Zeteo UK:
zeteo.uk
You Called Gaza a Genocide Last Year, Louise Haigh. So Why Not Act Now You’re in Government?
Mehdi pens an open letter to the most powerful woman in the British government on the need for action – especially sanctions – against Israel’s ongoing genocidal crimes in Gaza.
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Alice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Mehdi Hasan's open letter to Louise Haigh: "Under Article I of the Genocide Convention – which the UK acceded to back in 1970 – “contracting parties” have a duty “to prevent and to punish” genocide. It’s a “binding duty” per the UN, imposed on every state party" open.substack.com/pub/zeteouk/...
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You Called Gaza a Genocide Last Year, Louise Haigh. So Why Not Act Now You’re in Government?
Mehdi pens an open letter to the most powerful woman in the British government on the need for action – especially sanctions – against Israel’s ongoing genocidal crimes in Gaza.
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Dr Space Junk (Alice Gorman) @drspacejunk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
This is really important. Support the Jewish Council of Australia by signing the petition. The IHRA definition of anti-semintism is being “weaponised to go after Pro-Palestinian speech… and blind us to how antisemitism actually works.” #AusSky #AusPol
jewishcouncil.com.au
Don’t let Israel define antisemitism
Israel’s defenders are pressuring Australian institutions and governments to adopt and enforce the IHRA working definition of antisemitism. Kenneth Stern, […]
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Mark @mtsyd.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Could just say *NOTHING* will change while Albanese is PM. .
abc.net.au
Albanese says WA's GST deal won't change while he is PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reiterates there will be no change to Western Australia's GST arrangements after a report recommended scrapping the existing deal.
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Doug Cameron @dncameron.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
4 Corners exposes the “revolving door” of former politicians, public servants and military personnel making huge salaries in the arms manufacturing and lobbying industries. Chair of the Joint Defence Committee gets an all expenses paid trip to the US. Nothing to worry about?
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Alan Jagolinzer @jagolinzer.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull at the 2026 Cambridge Disinformation Summit: “Murdoch has done more damage to democracy in the English-speaking countries than any other individual alive.” youtube.com/shorts/riRrb...
youtube.com
Malcolm Turnbull
YouTube video by Cambridge Disinformation Summit
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