The events in the Middle East are deeply concerning. Today I asked the Prime Minister about the wider implications of Iran’s destabilisation of the region — for our national security and for the cost of living at home due to potential rises in oil prices.

I have written to KCC and spoken to its leader about the Ashford Household Waste and Recycling Centre - closed since February. This is causing frustration, especially over bank holidays, and contributing to fly-tipping. I will continue to press KCC to reopen the facility.

I spoke with Adam Dowling on BBC Radio Kent about the cost of deploying Operation Brock. It’s vital in emergencies, but it’s too often used as a precaution, at significant expense. I’ll keep working with the Government and any relevant agencies to find a permanent alternative.

This morning I spoke with @JKyleOfficial on @TalkTV about why we need to continue delivering positive change under Keir Starmer’s leadership: 
NHS investment is UP
NHS waiting times are DOWN
Transport investment is UP
Number of asylum hotels are DOWN
Deportations are UP

Today, I followed up on corridor care at the William Harvey Hospital. There is more work to do, but I welcome the progress being made by the Government - including more doctors, more beds, and faster discharges nationwide - working towards ending corridor care by the end of this Parliament.

Since entering Parliament, I’ve worked to strengthen protections for young people from the harms of social media. During my time in the NHS, I saw the impact on mental health and will continue to support efforts to improve safeguards, including the Government’s consultation, which is very welcome.

Earlier this week, I joined 60 other Labour MPs in backing tighter restrictions on social media for teenagers. I spoke with BBC South East to welcome the Government’s consultation and outline the need for a national conversation that includes young people.

Today in Cabinet Questions, I asked the Minister, how the Government’s new agreement with the EU would find solutions to the post-Brexit uncertainties in our constituency, such as Operation Brock.

Like many of my constituents, I have lost faith in South East Water. Today I raised the recent shortages, caused by the company’s underinvestment, and asked what the Government can do to ensure it maintains a basic standard of service, especially during periods of high demand.

A positive meeting with Stagecoach Buses this morning on improving bus services across Ashford, Hawkinge, and the Villages. Good transport links, especially in rural areas, is key to breaking down the barriers to opportunity, and I’ll keep prioritising this as your MP.

Aneesah Morrow steal on defense plus the and 1 on offense, she has 11 off the bench #WNBA

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This does not happen in a well-functioning democracy.

Happy International Workers’ Day! Help students connect history, labor rights, and civic action with this ready to use lesson https://sharemylesson.com/todays-news-tomorrows-lesson/international-workers-day @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @kellycbooz.bsky.social @uft.org

The switching from the Fever defense has helped simplify things. One thing I've noticed the last couple games, nailing the scram switch. Good timing from Billings to see an action being ran and kicking Clark back out to the perimeter.

In a new pro-Russian HelmCast episode supporting Serbian students protests with host Darko Tmušić, Darko Delić - GONGO Red Line says: - Zoran Đinđić = the enemy - Slobodan Milošević = the hero - Vladimir Putin = the katechon of Orthodoxy Apr. 27, 2026. 👇

A Vietnam veteran in Mexico needed emergency care, but he died bc ICE wouldn't let him go to the VA. Do you agree that veterans deserve better than this? austinkocher.substack.com/p/if-a-servi...

What rank did you hold in the armed forces again, Mark? What branch did you serve in? Do you really think your criticism holds any weight here? Joe Biden received five draft deferments during the Vietnam War due to asthma. Did you ever criticize him? STFÙ and keep your pants on, lòser.

New podcast episode: OpenAI Faces $1B Lawsuit After Ignoring Shooting Flags Full episode in the reply. #AI #Podcast #LLM

Mother shared: “...We need to look for a new apartment again… This will be our sixth move in 4 years… We are infinitely grateful to donor Jonghyun for the opportunity to monitor sugar levels 24/7.” (translated) 🙏 Like, comment, and share this story. #CompassionIsLife

President Trump’s wars — from his trades wars to his war of choice in Iran — are making life more uncertain and expensive every day. I spoke with Adam Sexton about what I’m hearing from hardworking people across our state: enough with the costly chaos and uncertainty. 👇

Now is not the time to sit on your ass...

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JD Vance thinks aliens could be angels or demons. #aliens #demons #angels

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Did I include every #1980s Saturday morning cartoon? No Did I include every 1980s cereal? No But I did make this. Welcome to the USA on Saturday mornings in the #80s. Even if the cereals and cartoons aren't all familiar, see if it brings back a vibe. Hope you like it! #80s #Retro #TV

Good morning Brenda and Breakfast Crew. I hope you have a fantastic Wednesday.😊🌸🏵

Massive Nebraska wildfires have burned an area the size of Rhode Island. The raging fires have burned over 800,000 acres of grazing land.

Meet @msminirobot.bsky.social, Sr Researcher at UT Nuremberg 🇩🇪 researching multi-robot systems, focusing on how modern AI methods can enhance their capabilities and how complex collective behaviors can be learned. She’s an ELLIS Member in the new ELLIS Unit Franconia! #WomenInELLIS 📸 Phil Dera

Alfredo J. Mena Lora MD was interviewed by ABC7 about the recent measles outbreak in Illinois and how swift public health action helped contain and end the outbreak.

🚦 Thanks for your patience while we installed modern signalling equipment in #Liverpool. Liverpool Lime Street station reopened on Monday after closing on Sunday so we could carry out work in Edge Hill safely. It will mean better journeys: 👉 https://bit.ly/4niZ7ls #SpringRailWorks

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#NBA #Knicks DOMINATE #Cavs ! Unstoppable Duo & INSANE Finals Preview! #ECF #NBAPlayoffs The New York Knicks are steamrolling through the playoffs after another dominant win over the Cleveland Cavaliers! www.2kk2network.com

Breast cancer screening saves lives but access isn’t equal. Even after clinics reopened, breast cancer screenings remain stuck at pre-pandemic rates. New research shows screening rates are lowest (40–55%) among women with Medicaid, with income driving the biggest gaps. ow.ly/P5Gj50X71gz

🚨 New crypto phishing scam Fake GitHub accounts are offering $5000 airdrops to devs… but it leads to wallet-draining sites 💀 This is targeted & dangerous In crypto: if it looks free, you’re the product #crypto #web3 #cryptoscam #bitcoin #cybersecurity

Just give a remake already. The closes well ever get to a Dino Crisis remake. This is a mod for Resident Evil 3 Remake. #dinocrisis #residentevil #residentevil3

Two things can be true about what we watched from the Mariners this week⬇️ - The Mariners played their best series of the season against the Athletics - Can they get above .500 first before we start celebrating?

my reaction:

👍🏽🇺🇦😁😁 Die ukrainische SBU-SOF-Einheit „Alpha“ hat die russische Hinterlogistik niedergebrannt und eine beeindruckende Menge an Lastwagen und Ausrüstung angegriffen. Allein in der letzten Woche kam es zu mehr als 500 Angriffen. Veröffentlicht am 30.05.2026 www.reddit.com/r/ukraine/co...

Kühne Logistics University, Hamburg, Kurt Leonards tells about concentration camps for captured Russians #germany #fascism #revisionism #democracy #usa #gop #fascists 👉 Vote 'em Out!

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A pair of EA-18G Growlers reportedly suffered a mid air collision during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base. 4 parachutes reported. This is extremely dangerous. Hope they stay safe and sound. The cause of this accident still needs to be investigated.

#solutions #greatnews4u #greatnews #optimism #sand #sandbattery #battery #sustainability #greenenergy #greenfuture #finland #renewables #renewableenergy

🇨🇭Greetings from Sweden, Mr. President! ( Official Response to the « Sweden (not Switzerland) » Campaign from @visitsweden.bsky.social )

Will you be there? 🇹🇭 Join us in Thailand on February 4–5 for global education in #patientbloodmanagement — in person or virtually. 🌍 Virtual attendees will have access to live captions in 30+ languages. 🎟️ Tickets & info: buytickets.at/worldanemiaa... #BloodHealth #GlobalHealth #MedicalEducation #PBM

#Repost @alokvmenon friendship forever via @pam_cut {full caption on original Instagram post}

#gym #fitness #health

44% of American adults making $10.25/hr or less. Not teenagers. Adults. At a certain point, that stops being a “labor market” and starts looking like a system designed to keep people barely surviving. From our Americonned revisit on The Bigfoot Manifesto. Full episode: youtu.be/7DGvgF9ickQ #Ame

MAJOR MILESTONE: On Tuesday, private schools in Texas can begin registering to accept school vouchers. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock on how many will join and when parents will know if their private school of choice is participating. LINK: www.wfaa.com/article/news... #txlege

Gibbs Rule: Rule 39 There’s no such thing as a coincidence Drones spotted over Washington base where and Rubio and Hegseth are staying raise security questions.

Type 2 diabetes R&D is moving toward multi-target therapy 🎯 GLP-1 pathways remain central, with Tirzepatide, Retatrutide & Dorzagliatin drawing attention. China 🇨🇳 and global biopharma continue advancing metabolic disease pipelines. #Type2Diabetes #GLP1 #Biopharma #DengYueMed

INCOMING BLUE ROUTE BRAWL: This week Nick and Josh take on Paul to see who learned the most basketball in college. It's unclear if there was a winner but we just hope you learn something. It's Fox College Hoops '99 BAAAAABY

Politicians are supposed to fix potholes, you’d hope a Congressman has the juice to fix a massive sink hole. Congressman Tom Kean Jr doesn’t.

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Será que um mapa de PvE poderia ser assim? 🤔 #arcraiders #arcraidersgame

Xbox is getting ready to reveal more information about project Helix next week. Let's talk about it. #Blackskygamers #creatorsofblacksky #gaming #gamingnews #projecthelix

📺 Bola 1 confirmada después del Desafío ABS

POV: you need to get dressed for work after a russian attack. When your everyday life starts looking like a horror video game, you know your neighbor is russia. There are no cheat codes — only air defenses: u24.gov.ua/sky-defense?...

Morgan Gibbs-White against Manchester City

Playing with Gordeau against Carmine in Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes on the Nintendo Switch 2. #UnderNightInBirth2 #NintendoSwitch2 #UNI2 #Switch2 #UnderNightInBirthII