Wednesday, 10 June 2026
the brazil versus united states 'friendly'
Don't know about being a 'friendly' game, as it looks like it all kicked off at the end.
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phil silvers in 'top banana'
Looking through some Life magazines from 1951 that l received yesterday (as you do), l saw these adverts for the musical 'Top Banana' starring Phil Silvers. A quick research revealed it was made into a film, and a couple of clicks later, I am now watching it on my TV. What a time to be alive! (although it is pretty crap apart from Phil Silvers, who is always funny).
I then nearly bought a 'Top Banana' t-shirt but managed to resist the call of the madness.
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the myth of 'two tier policing'
The myth of 'Two Tier Policing' explained. Not that it will make any difference to the right wingers who are just out to stir up hatred and division. Why let the facts get in the way of being a violent racist or (in Musk and Farage's cases) rich fuckers exploiting the poorly educated and working class (mainly men and youngsters) for their political gain and in an attempt to overthrow a democratically elected government. These bastards know what they are doing, and are backed by extremely rich people and most of the right wing press.
l need a bigger house part 7578393948676758594
Yesterday's post. Old magazines and comics, plus three books. I'm a very sad man who is interested in too much stuff, but who is going to need a bigger house.
the usa trade deficit widens
I really don't think the kiddie rapist Trump realises that this is not something to be proud of. He makes George Bush Jr look like a genius.
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Tuesday, 9 June 2026
the rolling stones 1982 baseball shirt
I tried to buy one of these Rolling Stones baseball shirts after their Leeds Roundhay Park show in 1982, but they were sold out where l enquired, although a mate nabbed one earlier and made me extremely jealous, as l had to settle for a short sleeved version (with tour dates on the back). What a twat, as l'd have looked a lot cooler wearing one back in the day than he did, so l've never forgiven him. Now they are going for silly prices, and l'm an old git. I blame God.
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stopping dolly parton's free books for kid ffs
When Dolly Parton letting children have free books is an issue for you (an initiative that has been hailed around the world), you are most definitely the bad guys. As if that was in doubt.
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the conservatives abolishing business rates
They've just been in power for 14 years with the ability to pass this legislation, so why didn't they then? I call bullshit.
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america repeating history
Trump's America. Not just repeating the Nazi / Fascist playbook in the lead up to WWII, but partly replaying America's own history, featured here on the front page of Rolling Stone magazine in 1969. Expect a lot more of this violence before Trump dies or refuses to leave the presidency.
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the pub outfit and reality part 78484857677667
Heading to the local for an afternoon meet up pretty shortly, and l've got my outfit sorted.
What l'm hoping to encounter.
Compared to what will no doubt be the reality.
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the appleby horse fair arrests
There'd have been 84 arrests if l'd have gone. The last time l went (many years ago) it was on my motorbike. I went by myself, had a few too many drinks with the Gypsies (or Travellers) and then rode back. Keith Richard had nothing on me.
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Monday, 8 June 2026
meet the press' kristin welker showcase's proper journalism.
If only more journalists like Kristin Welker stood up to Trump and called out his lies. It would especially help if they backed each other up when Trump singles a reporter out and tries to demean them and who they work for, instead of desperately laughing at his 'jokes' and trying to maintain their White House access. Letting Trump spout lie after lie over the years without rigorous comeback has bought us to where we are today. A dangerous world an a man baby used to getting his own way without any repercussions.
And this is the face of a bullying powerful kiddie raping racist liar who does not like being held to account by the truth. Probably his rapist face.
the d day landings and star trek
After the recent D Day events, here's a reminder that this strapping young lad, a certain James M. Doohan of Vancouver, was shot 6 times and landed at Juno Beach on 6th June 1944. Don't recognise him? Look further below. A reminder that many of the TV and movie stars we knew and loved, served their countries fighting the fascists. Obviously today the fascists (and would be fascists) in charge would label them 'Antifa'.
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little tommy robinson full of crap again
Looking at this AI crap, we'll remember them as idiots who ran into the sea, not towards the land. Racist Knobhead.
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the downside of admitting you've got a large record collection
The response when you're in the pub and admit you've got a large record collection. We've all met them.
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Sunday, 7 June 2026
walk a straight line cartoon
I guess you have to understand chess to get it, but l found it funny.
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how the classes spend money (and the rich get richer)
Take a bow sir. This is why the rich get richer and it's the poor that suffer the consequences.
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meet shane - he collects flexi discs
One of the internet sites l frequent is 'The Afterword', a music site originally put together for and by old readers of 'The Word' music magazine after it sadly folded. Chat is mainly about music but other topics are also discussed, and most enjoyable it is. If that is your kind of bag, l recommend it. However, l must admit that the users are mostly of a certain age, as evidenced by Shane, one of the participants featured below. Known as Gardener on the site.
Saturday, 6 June 2026
a guide to homely remedies
This is all well and good, but give me good old fashioned lab tested pain relief when l need it. Thank you very much.
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U2 - Live in Birmingham - June 3rd, 1987
This could well be one of my recordings from back in the day. Loved the show.
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quinn - the 'woman focused audio erotica platform'
For my lady friends out there who don't know about the Quinn 'woman focused audio erotica' platform. Thank me later .I predict this is making (or going to make) a hell of a lot of money.
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