Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Thank you @aptshadow.bsky.social for patiently answering all my questions at @octocon.bsky.social and signing my copy of Bee Speaker. I hope you will reconsider and write a musical about the orc tailor of Gorkamorka! 030
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Bain mé an-sult as an giota beag a léamh tú as an leabhar 'A Healer's Guide to Adventuring' ag @octocon.bsky.social oíche Dé Sathairn. 110
Reposted by PádraigDublin 2029 @dublin2029.bsky.social · 04/10/2026A little Dublin slang for you: yo-yos. That's what we call euros, as in, “A head of cabbage will set you back 2 or 3 yo-yos.” Why are we telling you this? Putting together a Worldcon bid costs money! Our bid is looking for support from those in the wider SFF community who have the means to help! 194
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 02/10/2026It was a privilege to meet His Holiness Leo XIV. We discussed Russia’s war against Ukraine and the need for a just and lasting peace, the situation in the Middle East and the urgent humanitarian needs, as well as the growing danger posed by societal polarisation and AI. (1/2) 1228547
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026When the devastating 2019 earthquake struck, Europe stood by Albania. And we stand by you to this day. EU4Schools is a moving example of this solidarity. It rebuilt 63 schools. Schools like Emin Duraku, which I have the pleasure of visiting today. 119729
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026Glad to start my tour of the Western Balkans in Albania. Dear Edi Rama, you are working hard to turn Albania’s European dream into reality. 810710
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 28/09/2026Today, science became a target for Russia. My heart goes out to the heroes searching for people trapped inside Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences. As well as to the families and loved ones of the victims of horrific attacks across the country. 17484120
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Russia has been carrying out attacks against Ukrainian civilians again. Ukraine needs more Patriot interceptors before winter. We are calling on Member States that have them in their stocks to provide them to Ukraine. (1/2) 22764217
Reposted by PádraigOctocon @octocon.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Coming to Octocon in Cork? Sign-ups are now open for workshops, a TTRPG, and Meet the Author sessions (your chance for an informal chat with our guests). Sign up online by 10pm the night before, or check at the info desk on the day. Full programme including sign-up links at prog.octocon.com 197
Reposted by PádraigOctocon @octocon.bsky.social · 26/09/2026He's been an online guest before but this year @ryancahill.bsky.social is joining us in Cork, on Sunday only, to discuss writing and crowd-funding and more. #Octocon2026 octocon.com/2026/05/ryan... 132
Reposted by PádraigOctocon @octocon.bsky.social · 27/09/2026We're very happy that our 2026 venue map has been designed by @jogbrogzin.bsky.social! We'll have some B&W prints available for members attending in Cork. If you prefer a 2D version, we'll have those too & you can find it on our website on the Venue page. octocon.com/venue/ #Octocon2026 01410
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 26/09/2026Glad to announce more than $800 million for displaced people and their hosts across Africa. And aid for for war-stricken communities. As part of Global Citizen’s 2026 campaign efforts. 414314
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 26/09/2026Conflict. Extreme weather. Rising living costs. Millions of people are affected across the globe. Europe is stepping up to support them ↓ 2234154
Reposted by PádraigKneecap @kneecapceol.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Gavin Bazunu 💚⚪️🧡🇵🇸👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 The time has come for the rest of the players to stand alongside him and refuse to face Israel. 632980
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Europe faces waves of airspace violations and sabotage, but also a relentless stream of Russian disinformation. That is why the EU today sanctioned Xenia Fedorova. (1/2) 26714172
Reposted by PádraigWear The Peace @wearthepeace.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Actress 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. 869286218263
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 25/09/2026The agreement to release €6.6 billion from the European Peace Facility for Ukraine is excellent news. It means more support, from training to equipment. It complements what we are doing through our Ukraine support packages – for the state and for defence. More is coming from our side. Very soon. 2036581
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 25/09/2026And €4.7 billion will reimburse Member States, with some already saying they will channel their share to Ukraine. Moscow’s hybrid attacks try to intimidate Europe into scaling back its support for Ukraine. Europe is doing the opposite. (2/2) 424441
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 25/09/2026EU Member States have agreed on the terms for releasing €6.6 billion European Peace Facility funds for Ukraine. That’s good news for Ukraine and bad news for Russia. €900 million are for the EU’s Military Assistance Mission for Ukraine. €1 billion will fund new joint procurement of equipment (1/2) 15475119
Reposted by PádraigCiarán Fahey @cfahey.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Irish leader Micheál Martin tells the United Nations that when the “true horrors” of Gaza “are finally and fully revealed, it will shame the world.” (RTÉ) #Ireland #Israel #Gaza www.rte.ie/news/2026/09...rte.ieTaoiseach says world has 'failed Palestine' in UN addressThe Taoiseach has said that when the true horrors of Gaza "are finally and fully revealed, it will shame the world". 022
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 24/09/2026One year ago, 142 countries endorsed the New York Declaration for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution. Our collective responsibility is to demonstrate in practice that two states living side by side is the key to lasting peace for Palestine and Israel, and for the region as a whole. 1124134
Reposted by PádraigRuth Frances Long / Jessica Thorne @rflong.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Guess what's up on Netgalley... www.netgalley.co.uk/catalog/book... The God of Bronze is out 19th November bringing the Feral Gods trilogy to a close. Amberes will never be the same again. #StayFeral #booksky #speirgorm 3206
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Bhí sceitimíní áthais orm nuair a tháinig Son of Serpent le @shaunalawless.bsky.social inniu ó siopa leabhar @kennysbookshop.bsky.social . Nach álainn an clúdach! 054
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026Together we have raised €211 million for Global Ocean Observation! Thank you to all the countries that have stepped up for a better life with and on our blue planet. 011410
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026Our Ocean changes rapidly. And it impacts our planet, our economies, and our communities. Today, @mark-carney.bsky.social and I are rallying the world in support of ocean observation. Which gives us eyes and ears beneath the waves ↓ link.europa.eu/r4XPwy 921142
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Tá áthas an domhain orm gur tháinig Bee Speaker le @aptshadow.bsky.social inniu. Go raibh maith agat @kennysbookshop.bsky.social. Díreach in am do @octocon.bsky.social ! 020
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 22/09/2026I’m looking forward to our Summit. With the right mix of ambition and focus, we can deliver a stronger 🇪🇺🇬🇧 partnership. 41035
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 22/09/2026Congratulations once again, Prime Minister @andyburnham.bsky.social – this time, in person! Let us work closely together to ensure the security and defence of our continent. To help Ukraine prevail. To address illegal migration. And guarantee trustworthy AI. 1224225
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 22/09/2026Spoke to President Marcos of the Philippines. We just agreed on a EU-Philippines free trade deal! This comes just 3 years after my visit to Manila to relaunch the negotiations. I want to thank Maroš Šefčovič for yet another trade success. link.europa.eu/66H8yF 316423
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 22/09/2026The 81st United Nations General Assembly opens against the backdrop of a new reality. A multipolar, more transactional world, where the temptation to turn inward can be strong. But it also opens with one certainty for Europe. 517424
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 22/09/2026Good discussion with Tim Cook. We discussed the EU Kids Act, and agreed on the importance of privacy, safety and security for children. Tech companies innovate and bring huge benefits to our society. They must do so in a way that empowers parents and provides robust protections for young users. 189812
Reposted by PádraigKaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 21/09/2026The so-called Duma elections marked another major setback for Russian democracy. Their outcome was never in doubt. The Kremlin silenced dissent, barred the only registered party that opposed its war in Ukraine, and shut out international election monitors. (1/2) 14547125
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Nuair a tháinig an ghrian amach, chonaic mé tuar ceatha álainn. 010
Reposted by PádraigKneecap @kneecapceol.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Some things that Israel offcially PROHIBITS/STOPS entering Gaza: 👇 - Toys - Wedding Dresses - Cancer medication - Nappies - Babies bottles - Footballs - Crutches - Musical instruments Why? To inflict a level of dehumanisation and pain that's hard to imagine. 2242104
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 20/09/2026I listened to Rainy Sunday Afternoon for the first time just a few weeks ago. I think it was a rainy Sunday afternoon and I was driving. The title song just rhymed with me. 010
Reposted by PádraigOctocon @octocon.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Want to check out what’s happening at #Octocon2026? Look no further than our Programme highlights! Today featuring our Guests of Honour Adrian Tchaikovsky @aptshadow.bsky.social, C.E. (Catie) Murphy @cemurphy.bsky.social, and Premee Mohamed @premeemohamed.com octocon.com/2026/09/prog...octocon.comProgramme Highlights: Guests of Honour - OctoconOur Guests of Honour for 2026 are Adrian Tchaikovsky, C.E. (Catie) Murphy, and Premee Mohamed (online), and we've enticed them onto a range of programme 12912
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Beidh roinnt imeachtaí ar siúl anocht don Oíche Chultúir. 010
Reposted by PádraigNornCon Belfast @norncon.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Big things are happening here at Norncon 🤫 162
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 17/09/2026The question is not whether kids should have access to social media. The question is whether social media platforms should have access to our children. Read more: link.europa.eu/hqXnQj 215032
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 17/09/2026Every day our children are engaging with some of the most sophisticated technology ever created. Technology that was not created with their wellbeing in mind. We need to set clear boundaries in the digital world. This is what our KIDS Act will do ↓ 1022733
Reposted by PádraigHead of Zeus @headofzeus.bsky.social · 16/09/2026'Completely captivating' Sarah Underwood #SonOfTheSerpent by @shaunalawless.bsky.social the thrilling 2nd vol. in Gael Song: Era II sees invaders mass on Irish soil, kings lose their crowns, and Ireland's immortals discover new magical powers. Out now: geni.us/SOTSorgsoc 053
Reposted by PádraigFocal an lae @focal-an-lae.bsky.social · 16/09/2026níl aon chnámh droma ann | he's got no backbone 🥴🇮🇪 cnámh droma | backbone #focalanlae #gaeilge #irish #ireland 142
Pádraig @padraigfmac.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Is búaine gníomh cróga ná duine. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal. 020
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 14/09/2026To invite people to share their ideas. And to make our democracy stronger and more resilient, together. link.europa.eu/gghTvC 27612
Reposted by PádraigUrsula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 15/09/2026We are reinforcing our collective deterrence and defence, together with NATO. And we are stepping up the pressure on Russia. 1518526
