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Hello world. I’m @ocb70 on Xitter, where I bonk vatniks, support Ukraine, annoy MAGAts, hang out with atheists + fellow neurodivergents, & enjoy silly (especially British) humour. Oh, and like reading interesting history & science stuff.

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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 6h
Wester Ross & nearby Isles, both on land & in the lochs + sea, are a magical place. So happy to read a good news story,as someone who used to dive around there. Life is tough there,but folks are fiercely protective of the nature around them. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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‘Beyond priceless’: how a halt to dredging saved the seas of Scotland’s Summer Isles
Fish and shellfish populations were falling rapidly as scallop dredgers devastated the seabed, but local activists and small-scale fishers battled hard to protect their coastline
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
As a man. As a scuba diver. Today’s tragedy is the loss of life at sea. Fuck anyone who justifies this. The law of the sea says we save everyone. www.bbc.com/news/article...
bbc.com
Three dead, including child, in Channel crossing attempt
A 10-year-old child and two 30-year-old women were on board the boat - which was carrying 105 people.
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I’m a Scot. Part of that is Celt. Every part of my heart & soul remembers family parties as musical events first & foremost. Everyone had to do their turn,from 5 to 95. Whilst the dress etc might not be the same, the absolutely kick ass music is 💯 Scots/Irish/Celtic bang. youtu.be/J56VVtlZCGE
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OMNIA (Official) - Fee Ra Huri
YouTube video by World of OMNIA
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Andrew Knight (Fella) 🇪🇺🇬🇧 @andrewknightfella.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#NAFO #Fellas please do raise any and all awareness #Oleshky now
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
If anyone doubts my sexuality, I’m as straight as rod. Many of my friends & family are bent as a thrupenny bit. It changes nothing of who you are
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Financial Times moans about modest trade union reforms, workers rights. Most of the EU has worker-elected directors on boards of large companies. FT silence on low wages, fire and rehire, worker insecurity, undeserved exec pay. Only unions can negotiate with powerful companies. archive.ph/lbOyk
ft.com
Britain’s union reforms are a risk to business dynamism
Labour’s expansion of workers’ rights adds to pressures on the private sector
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Here's today's column on the astonishing, ongoing mistreatment of people with #ME/CFS. Please spread it far and wide: the only thing which can break the media's wall of indifference is seeing an article about the issue go viral. Thank you. 1/2 www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Abandoned, dismissed and gaslighted: there is no excuse for the way ME sufferers have been betrayed | George Monbiot
Changes in guidance and science seem to have little impact on millions of devastated lives. It’s a social crisis playing out behind closed doors, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🔥This is how it’s done. Imagine if every anti-immigrant fearmongering liar was grilled like this. #ShowMeTheStats #GetYourPhoneOut 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 (h/t @ukcameraman.bsky.social )
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Luca @lucagalletti.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Zombie shutters IG: @wkpd1986 Sittingbourne, Kent UK www.instagram.com/wkpd1986?stk...
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◉●○•° @cosmoecology.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Octopus farming is extremely unethical and stupid. These creatures among the smartest species in the entire planet, with complex emotional lives. To subject these being to a lifetime of confinement and suffering in barren tanks before a slow and agonising death needs to stop. Please sign this 👇🏼
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Governor Hochul: Ban Octopus Farming Now
Octopuses are among the most extraordinary animals on Earth. They solve puzzles, use tools and even recognise individual people. But octopus farming would subject these intelligent animals to a lifeti
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 20/09/2026
🤔 ICYMI: Nigel Farage leads a political party. He’s a sitting MP. And he now hosts his own weekly primetime show on GB News. 🚨Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias. 👇 Add your name to demand that Ofcom takes immediate action
bestforbritain.org
Farage on GB News: Demand that Ofcom takes immediate action - Best for Britain
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omallj.bsky.social @omallj.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
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Tassie Devil @tassiedevil.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Bit of scaremongering about EVs going on here. Any modern ICE vehicle is just as vulnerable. The type of energy used to operate the car isn't the issue. It's computerised systems and internet connectivity that are also found in modern ICE vehicles. Why focus on BYD? Why not Tesla?
abc.net.au
We asked a cybersecurity expert to remotely access a BYD. It was too easy
To test the risks of surveillance and sabotage, Four Corners asked a hacker to show what China's top EV brand could see and do remotely.
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
This is that what happens in an ADHD person’s brain when they’re up against a hard deadline. “It’s the final countdown. Ooh, there’s a song about that. How about that song but with a bit of auditory hyperphantasia…” (meanwhile *still* not getting the task done…) 🥺🥴😳🤣🐿️ youtu.be/mURRS5zYCb8
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The Final Countdown (Epic Swing Metal Cover)
YouTube video by Connor Engstrom Music
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Astronomer Royal for Scotland | Catherine Heymans @astroroyalscot.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
NASA picture of the day today is a real 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿beauty! This is a composite image of the ~5000yo Callanish Stones on the Isle of Lewis. The amazing Giuseppe Petricca has only gone and photographed the Sun at noon there, every few days, for a whole year. #Dedication 🔭🧪👌 ℹ️: science.nasa.gov/image-articl...
The imposing Callanish Stones stand talk with their shadows spanning out across the glass.  It's a super clear sky, but looks cold. Above the central stone is a strange figure-of-8 shape of dots.  This is the location of the Sun, at noon, on various different days across the year.
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 20/09/2026
Nigel Farage leads a political party. He’s a sitting MP. And he hosts his own primetime show on GB News. We believe Ofcom should investigate whether he broke impartiality rules on 15 September 2026. Use our template to write a letter to Ofcom's CEO:
bestforbritain.org
Tell Ofcom's CEO: How can Farage be impartial presenting a programme on party donations? - Best for Britain
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Otto English @ottoenglish.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
It's very similar indeed to the situation with RT - but given its reach and influence and the active participation on it of UK politicians I'd suggest X is far more dangerous.
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The Analyst @militaryanalyst.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
NETHERLANDS, FRANCE REPORT MULTIPLE RAIL SYSTEM ATTACKS The FRENCH attack involved a 300kg rail being placed across the line and causing a major derailment. The Netherlands reported noess than 119 incidents of metal rods being placed on rail lines in the space of a week. Germany reported 137 major
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MAKS 26 👀🇺🇦 @maks23.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🇱🇺❗️Luxembourg Airport has suspended aircraft arrivals and departures due to the possible presence of UAV, Flightradar reported.
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DougBlueWahoo 🦋💙✌️🌈🌊 @dougbluewahoo2.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Trump is a vile, vengeful, sadist, working against the American people. Note what he wishes to destroy:
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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 18/09/2026
⚡️Putin confiscates Nestle, Auchan assets in Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sept. 17 signed a decree confiscating the assets of several international companies, including Nestle and Auchan.
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Putin confiscates Nestle, Auchan assets in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sept. 17 signed a decree confiscating the assets of several international companies, including Nestle and Auchan. Other companies include Bati Logistics, FM Logist...
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Monica At The Movies @monicasmovies.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Leon: The Professional (1994) 🎬🖤 Directed by Luc Besson
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Pete Quily @petequily.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
"When choosing a new habit many people seem to ask themselves, "What can I do on my best days?" The trick is to ask, "What can I stick to even on my worst days?" Start small. Master the art of showing up. Scale up when you have the time, energy, and interest." James Clear.
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𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕖 𝔾𝕦𝕣𝕝 @sundaedivine.lol · 16/09/2026
[Amtrak policeman with drug-sniffing dog] Me: "Sweet dog you got there!” Policeman: "Yes, this is our new drug-sniffing dog." Me: "Still in training, huh?" Policeman: "What do you mean?" Me: "Never mind."
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Caroleeena @caroleeena.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Macklemore can sue Robert Kraft for Tortious Interference for economic harm and I hope he does. Discovery would be fun: "Which other stadium owners did you talk to?" and "We need all related emails, text messages and contracts between you and them and you and Sheeran and Sheeran's team."
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today would’ve been my father’s 95th birthday. In search of a better life, he came to America with only $2.43 and a Korean-English dictionary. He had no friends or family here. Like many immigrants, he dreamt of the promise of what this country could offer. Each day I work to honor his memory.
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Dr Dean Burnett @drdeanburnett.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Aa it's #nationalsuicidepreventionmonth , I've seen that clip of Jimmy Carr's take on suicide going around. Even if 100% well intended, it reveals a profound misunderstanding of #mentalhealth and suicidal intentions that could genuinely endanger vulnerable people. #TW
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Dean Burnett on Instagram: "Because it's #nationalsuicidepreventionmonth , I've seen that clip of Jimmy Carr offering his take on suicide that's doing the rounds. But even if it's 100% well intended, the attitude and 'insights' it offers reveal a profound misunderstanding and/or ignorance of #mentalhealth and suicidal intentions, in ways that could genuinely cause substantial harm to vulnerable people. #media #TW #psychology"
18 likes, 6 comments - drdeanburnett on September 14, 2026: "Because it's #nationalsuicidepreventionmonth , I've seen that clip of Jimmy Carr offering his take on suicide that's doing the rounds. But even if it's 100% well intended, the attitude and 'insights' it offers reveal a profound misunderstanding and/or ignorance of #mentalhealth and suicidal intentions, in ways that could genuinely cause substantial harm to vulnerable people. #media #TW #psychology".
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Peter Smith @redpeter99.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Reform's school lunch policy includes compulsory pickled eggs and pork scratchings followed by a Woodbine and glass of Woodpecker cider.
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Anti-Reform @antireform.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
'A Restore Britain councillor visits a Sikh gurdwara, covers her head as visitors are expected to do, thanks the Sikh community for its hospitality and says she's proud to be part of a “diverse and caring local community”.' Called “Traitor” by Restore colleagues www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/ne...
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
As a European, my every bank transaction is monitored by the tax authorities. Can’t move enough to buy a 2nd hand car without it being flagged for anti-money laundering investigation-but crypto is fine?!! Where is the same fiscal oversight? Corruption 💯 . www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
independent.co.uk
Farage knew Putin was using crypto to evade sanctions – but invested in it anyway
Labour has claimed the Reform UK leader has questions to answer over his judgement
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Maria Drutska @mariadrutska.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
So apparently Trump is blaming the high and rapidly rising price of diesel fuel on Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries. Against all available facts and analysis that show it's very highly tied to the situation in the Middle East. Your bias towards Putin is showing again.
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Hassinator @hassinator.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
a great letter in the times today. perhaps worth sharing in these troubled times. #RNLI #heroes
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thatgirlinsb @34thparallel.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Protesters at the Irish Open. shitler’s international golf links and hotel Doonbeg, Ireland. Thank you, Doonbeg!
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“Rebellious Scots” 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇪🇺 @markrich68.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
PISA comparison figures published by The Scottish Government, showing a good performance in Scotland relative to the Nordics and OECD average NOTE: England’s figures have not been included in the comparison, because they distort their figures by failing to include their worst performing schools
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Niall Harbison @niallharbison.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
This time tomorrow I’ll start trying to run 3 marathons in 24 hours. It’s all to build a hospital for street dogs. If you would like to support me you can sponsor me here… www.happydoggo.com/tinas-hospit...
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
September is “suicide awareness month”. Surviving as a “left behind” of suicide is by many orders of magnitude the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with. I’ve had some shit thrown at me in life. You can fight most things, but suicide;it’s the worst. Maybe I should have done more. it sucks.
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HomePage - More Interactive
More Interactive è un'agenzia di Comunicazione Digitale a Milano che realizza progetti di comunicazione online e offline per aziende.
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Inkgrid | Edel-Art @inkgrid.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. To anyone fighting a battle they don't talk about: your life matters, your pain matters, and the world is truly better with you in it. Reach out to someone, if you need to. 🙏💙✨
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Jennifer Shin - WTAF @jennifershin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
As a victim, I don't condone S/A, but people who say shit like this should be required to experience it first hand.
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Kate from Kharkiv @kateinkharkiv.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
MERZ: For four and a half years, Ukraine has been fighting for its survival, and no one — yes, no one — has threatened Russia... [AfD shouting and interrupting Merz] Let me say this again now, quite calmly. We support Ukraine, and we will continue to support Ukraine.
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Being a “leftover” of suicide (where the suicide was in Sept) & with C-ptsd, this fucking sucks. I thought I was alright until last week, when a new shrink decided to dig into my past. Et voila, reliving trauma from 25 yrs ago. Trauma is encoded into the nervous system, which has no clock.
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Basil 🌱 @basil-mage.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Suicide prevention month and C-ptsd awareness month 🧵
Text that reads; "this month is suicide prevention month and C-ptsd awareness month"
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Anti-Reform @antireform.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Despicable 'In now-deleted post, Nigel: 👉🏻 Called the RNLI a “taxi service for illegal migrants” 👉🏻 Described their lifesaving work as “facilitating the invasion of our country” 👉🏻 Pledged to PROSECUTE anyone who “aids or abets” the “invasion” under a Reform government' www.facebook.com/permalink.ph...
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Illia Ponomarenko @ioponomarenko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Friends, I’m immensely happy to announce my second book, The Land of Tears and Hope: The Ukrainian Story. Pre-order here: bloomsbury.com/us/land-of-t... Many of you know me as a defense reporter who spent years breaking bread with Ukrainian soldiers in trenches....
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HOPE not hate @hopenothate.org.uk · 09/09/2026
Tommy Robinson repeatedly asked supporters for donations to help grooming-gang survivors. One survivor featured in his films told Dispatches she knew nothing about a fundraiser he said would benefit her: “He’s using me to say that the money’s going to me… but it’s not.” #C4Dispatches
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OCB1640 @ocb1640.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The world doesn’t have enough silliness. youtu.be/hZK9ebng-ZE?
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The Floppotron: Misirlou (Pulp Fiction Theme)
YouTube video by Paweł Zadrożniak
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Del Monte @del-monte.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
How it started . . . how it's going:
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Patrick - Here for the craic❗️🤷🏼‍♂️😉 @paddyopatrick.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
As Jenrick rants “the old parties hollowed out our Navy” Lest we forget he was part of Tory Govts between 2010 to 2024 that cut Royal Navy frigates & destroyers by roughly 25% & mine-hunting ships by half Plus cut the regular British Army by roughly 25,000 personnel He clearly hopes we forgot❗️😡
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