Russia's threats against foreigners in Kyiv: psychological terrorismRussia’s warning that foreign diplomats and civilians should leave Kyiv immediately before a new wave of “systematic strikes” marks another evolution in the Kremlin’s conduct of war. Moscow is no longer merely fighting Ukraine militarily.... See More » (+1)
Okay. So I'm going to text the girl from the other day, the one who got my number and asked me outAt the time I said I'm flattered but no thank you. But now I'm just thinking....why not???? She lives in London and I live in Scotland (she knows) and still wanted to go out. I'm here for a little while longer, so let's see. She's very pretty and... See More »
Tell me if I'm wrong hereThe world is not doing well - if seniors can't even afford basic groceries. Its not a USA thing, its not London thing, it's not an Australian thing, it's not a China thing. IT'S A GLOBAL THING
Since when did people start just bringing their dogs in shops without even asking approval firstI live in the states. Not sure how it used to be everywhere else. I know back in 1994 when I was in a Burger King in London I couldn't believe my eyes when a lady brought her 2 big dogs in lol
May 25th in HistoryMay 26th 1521 Edict of Worms outlaws Martin Luther and his followers. On 26th May 1568 a congress of 'bards and musicians' took place at Caerwys on the orders of Queen Elizabeth I. In ancient Celtic times, a bard composed verses to honour... See More »
Forgotten Musicals - Vivian Ellis and Bless the BrideVivian Ellis (1903–1996) was a prominent English composer, lyricist, and musician best known for his work in British musical comedy and light music during the 1920s–1950s. Born Vivian John Herman Ellis on 29 October 1903 in Hampstead, London, into... See More » (2)
24th May in HistoryMay 24th 1755 Smuggler Louis Mandrin considered the French Robin Hood is sentenced to be broken on the wheel, a medieval form of torture and execution that breaks the bones of the subject. 1844 Samuel Morse taps out "What hath God wrought"... See More » (+1)
My family converted two generations agoWe are a mix of Orthodoxies, my paternal grandparents were Ukrainian Orthodox Christians and my mother’s mother is originally Orthodox Jewish but she has accepted Yeshua Ha Mashiach, in Greek Jesus Christ. She is a Messianic Jewess, as am I. There i... See More »
May 23rd in HistoryMay 23rd 1169'The First Conquerors' landed in Ireland. They were Normans from Wales enlisted by Dermot MacMurrough to recover his kingdom of Leinster. 1797A cartoon by Gilray was published which gave the Bank of England its nickname, 'The Old... See More » (+1)
UK Authorities Issue Stern Warning To British People To Stop Being Stabbed By MuslimsIn the wake of yet another deadly stabbing of a British citizen at the hands of a migrant, authorities in the United Kingdom issued a stern warning to all native residents to stop being stabbed to death by Muslims. The latest horrific incident was... See More »
Shocking Scenes At 10 Downing St London Today Prime Minister Refuses To Go, I don't blame him what a nice little pad. Oh The Renters Bill what a bit of luck for Keir. (1)
How do you think Elon Musk's relationship with the truth is affecting Tesla and SpaceX?What are some ways to approach a conversation with a parent who left when I was young? How do I ask about their reasons without feeling overwhelmed? Do you eat more local produce because of the potential "importance of consuming local produce" as... See More »
May 21st in HistoryMay 21st 1455 The first battle of the Wars of the Roses took place, marking a pivotal moment in English history. 1471Henry VI, King of England, was murdered in the Tower of London where he had been imprisoned by Edward IV, who then resumed the... See More » (2)
Somali Muslim Stabs Jews in London, ‘Free Palestine’ Attacker Strikes in LAhttps://jihadwatch.org/2026/04/somali-muslim-stabs-jews-in-london-free-palestine-attacker-strikes-in-la
May 19th in HistoryMay 19th 1845Captain Sir John Franklin and his ill-fated Arctic expedition departed from Greenhithe in Kent. The entire crew of 129 perished from starvation, hypothermia, tuberculosis, lead poisoning and scurvy whilst attempting to chart and... See More » (+1)
London Mayor Confused By Protesters Not Chanting ‘Death To Jews’London Mayor Sadiq Khan was deeply confused by protests over the weekend where no one was shouting "Death To Jews." Khan was reportedly unsettled by the lack of calls for ethnic cleansing, and dispatched over 4,000 police officers to investigate.... See More »
Listening groups set up during London protest marches.To create space for conversation with people on all sides of protest. To engage both with marchers and those affected by protest, emphasising the focus on listening and understanding rather than confrontation.
May 18th in HistoryMay 18th 1642 Montreal was founded by Paul de Chomedey, sieur (lord) de Maisonneuve. 1756The Seven Years' War began when Britain declared war on France. 1803Bored with nobody to fight for almost a year, Britain abandoned the Treaty of Amiens and... See More »
The Resistance (1939-1945) in a few documentaries (2)Englandspiel ("England Game") was a catastrophic World War II counterintelligence operation in the Netherlands, running from 1942 to 1944. German intelligence (the Abwehr) captured British operators, almost all with the Dutch nationality, forced them... See More » (1)
May 17th in HistoryMay 17th Executed by beheading at Tower Hill on the orders of Henry VIII this day 1521, Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, born 3rd February 1478 at Brecon Castle and the nephew of King Edward IV. Stafford's father had been executed for... See More » (1)
May 16th in HistoryMay 16th 1770: 14-year old Marie Antoinette marries 15-year-old Louis-Auguste who later becomes king of France. 1888: Nikola Tesla delivers a lecture describing equipment which allows the efficient generation and use of alternating currents to... See More » (+2)
Iran war costs reach $29 billion. This does NOT include higher prices on gasoline, food, airfare, etc.Photo above - Stevie Wonder would like to have a word with us . . . “Congress questions Pentagon spending”. Has there ever been a LESS scary title for a senate hearing? A “bipartisan” congress is becoming annoyed at the Iran war, which costs... See More » (+1)
On My Own - Les MisMy all time favorite musical is Les Miserables. The music, the stories, the heartbreak, the stage set - it’s all so good (and yes, I cry through most of it.) Victor Hugo wrote an incredible novel, and I think the musical does it justice. Les... See More » (1)
This was the scariest audiobook I ever heard, it was in fact too scary for me to get past the 3rd or 4th chaptersBut I will be re-entering it's super spooky world soon, this was written in the 80s, and quality wise it's up there with Shirley Jackson's great Haunting of Hill House, but more atmospheric, there's more of an outdoor element, and this recording... See More »
Today's socializing were mostly brief actually. Do you feel they are bad?So in 1MG Lido mall of Trinity Circle area of our city Bangalore in India, I did talk to this expat woman from Scotland and another one from London but yeah the interactions were brief even though they engaged a bit in the conversation but yeah they... See More »
There was a fire shooting in London...Now there is a fire shooting in the Senate. I think this is Derek's scheme! Because they don't want the arrest of the excumbent's dummy! So Derek is manipulating this country. Dang sh*t! Dang! Dang!
