Young people who begin voting at 16 are more likely to stay voters for life. We can’t wait to see that energy in UK elections 🗳️ #v16 #VotesAt16

"What did the billionaire lining his pockets ask for in return?" At PMQs, Keir Starmer raised the obvious question about Farage’s £5m gift. But if big money buys influence, surely no party or politician should accept mega donations? Better yet, stop them at source: cap donations across the board.

The Devolution Bill claims to be about ‘empowering communities’ - but it “does nothing of the sort.” David Blunkett is right: the Bill will shift power away from local communities and hand it to new mega-councils. Centralisation dressed up as empowerment is still centralisation.

“Multi-party politics is here to stay - and given our electoral system, which is built on the premise of two-party politics, that means a lot more volatility, a lot more uncertainty.” Looking ahead to May, @robfordmancs.bsky.social predicts “a patchwork quilt of political fragmentation.”

"To not have a cap on donations risks much more than to have one." In yesterday’s evidence session on the Representation of the People Bill, Dr Sam Power argued for a cap on political donations, warning that without one, the very rich will continue to exert outsized influence on UK politics.

Say one thing; do another. Hardly the highest standards in public office we were promised. Then: "because appointments are for life, the second chamber of Parliament has become too big." (2024 election manifesto) Now: create more new peers than the number of hereditary peers you are set to remove.

Voters should have their say on what's going on in their communities - not least the massive, unnecessary local government reorganisation that is being imposed on them by Whitehall.

Even long-time defenders of First Past the Post are struggling to make its case. George Osborne warns that in today’s multi-party landscape, FPTP can no longer be seen as a bulwark against the extremes, but more like a “floodgate”. Any party topping 30% could sweep away its rivals.

"If you're going to maintain an appointed system, you have to ask 'how do you Johnson-proof it?'" Only 55 peers decided to tackle that question last night, by backing a proposal to give the House of Lords Appointments Commission the power to block unsuitable appointees. 1/3

In 2024, the govt's Lords spokesman warned that ministers setting a Strategy & Policy Statement for the Electoral Commission was “inconsistent with the Commission’s role as an independent regulator." Just over a year later, the govt admitted plans for a new Statement to reflect its own priorities.

Tanukikoji shopping Street, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan #Japan #Nippon

Today’s the day — and we’re so proud of every single person taking on the #CARTEN100 for LOOK. After all the training, early mornings and miles put in, our incredible cyclists are setting off on their 100-mile journey from Cardiff to Tenby right now. If you can, please donate today buff.ly/LAJGMdJ

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Excuse me but your face is coming off…🫪 Typical Fox guest

Les médias ukrainiens rapportent l'arrivée de "Orekhnik" dans la région de Bila Tserkva, dans la région de #Kiev. outre, les systèmes de surveillance de l'ennemi détectent des lancements de missiles X-101 depuis des avions Tu-95MS.

Any char feel if case didnt involve 2ndroyal then believe wont suffer such injustice in Netflix ATLA, Witcher, Lord of Rings, GoT, Shogun, Blue Eye Samurai, Star Wars, One Piece? Char:Reply EmpressDowager.If it werent for fact that it involved princess,how could I,humble woman,suffer such injustice?

Ukrainian girl reacts to fireworks at parade abroad.

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🇷🇸 Student protests in Serbia have escalated into clashes, with demonstrators accusing the government of corruption and demanding the resignation of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić. Police units and armored vehicles have been deployed in central Belgrade.

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essa lixo humano da solange jogando maternidade na cara da napaula??? pqp #BBB26

There was an active shooter at the Islamic Center in San Diego. 3 murdered. 2 shooters deceased Every day. Multiple times a day. When will it ever stop? Never, I guess, as long as we have scared people and unmedicated people. And a congress to afraid to do their job. #SheShed

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Orgull de campiones, orgull de ciutat 💙❤️

Arne Slot makes 4 changes from the Sunderland side, but make no mistake - he is going strong in the FA Cup. Fabian Huerzler and Brighton are doing the same, making for a fascinating matchup. #lfc #liverpool #Brighton #facup #teamnews

Fall River police are seeking the public's help in locating a man accused of destroying a shooting victim's memorial. https://www.wcvb.com/article/fall-river-police-vandalism-shooting-victims-memorial/71413769 

Measles re-establishing endemicity

ICYMI-AOC on Mother’s Day at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. #HopeCore #AOC

How do you endure the unimaginable? For Karrie and Bob Burgess, the answer lies in turning a profound loss into a life-saving legacy.

A bizarre claim has been dropped by actor Duncan Trussell: AI is said to be wanted by Peter Thiel to "fix the apocalypse" and rewrite the Book of Revelation. 🇺🇸

If Spurs didn't win tonight...

All my vegetable plants are growing nicely Planted my cucumbers the other day,picking up some zucchini and yellow squash to add to my garden.It rained last night and today so they got plenty of nutrients for the soil. #gardensky #organicvegetables #planting #vegan #selfsustaining

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A new ad dropped for Senator Ossoff.

We're given life's roadmap before understanding it. We accept school lessons as truths but need to learn how to think, not what to think. True wisdom arises by questioning, not having answers. Prioritize unlearning and relearning to cultivate a personal mindset. 🌸🍃

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The only thing that would make me check out that sewer line of a social media app would be this…. #DischargePetition

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Genius producers writing beats in their heads, no doubt.

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This is why I keep calling into Rev Al's Keepin It Real with TRUTH.

Breath of Fire III powered through the PlayStation in taking advantage of its hardware while keeping much of its familiar formula grounded. For some, BoF3 was a solid entry despite Capcom playing it somewhat safe. But for other dragon fans, it became another memorable, fire-breathing classic!

DEATH RIDING A BBC #AEWCollision

Revisa cuánto subirá la cuenta de la luz en tu comuna en cuentadelaluz.cl

We just wrapped up a tour of our #Military in #SanDiego with our Legislative Women’s Caucus. Powerful to hear from women leaders who are serving and also spouses struggling with the issues of our day - access to quality childcare and affordable housing. #caleg #marines #navy #navywife #navylife

May 22nd (today) marks the 5th anniversary of the passing of Academician Yuan Longping. We've never forgotten you. Let's listen to Yuan Longping's two dreams one more time. Everyone, take a minute to send a flower to Academician Yuan Longping.🌷🌷🌷🌷🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Christian nationalist pastor Joel Webbon has a message for Black people who decry America's history of oppression: "Stop being a little boy. You're whining and crying about something that's ultimately your fault."

Daring UK Hantavirus mission. #news

Incendio en la refinería KINEF en Kirishi, región de Leningrado. FIRMS muestra un gran incendio en la refinería Kirishinefteorgsintez tras un ataque nocturn. La instalación es la segunda refinería de petróleo más grande de Rusia y produce una amplia gama de productos petrolíferos y petroquímicos

The Israeli flag and the Golani Brigade flag are on the buffer zone. Concurrently, our forces continue to conduct numerous attacks in southern Lebanon.

ICYMI, Gov. Cox issues executive order on data center development, directing state agencies to now prioritize protection of water resources, Great Salt Lake, utility ratepayers, air quality, wildlife impacts, and transparent public engagement: www.fox13now.com/news/politic... #utpol #Utah

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Boston is so proud to stand with our queer, trans, and nonbinary families, friends, and neighbors as we continue building a city that’s home for everyone.

Season’s Greetings—it’s that time of the year again! The 2026 AXS Studio calendar, fresh off a 6-colour Heidelberg press. Our annual calendar images are carefully selected with input and suggestions from our team members. 🧫 #MedicalAnimation #MedAffairs #medcomms #medsky 🐡🎨

MacFarlane: We're seeing this unhinged unspooled name calling, often misogynistic, often racist stuff emanating from Washington. 60 minutes would not platform it without the proper scrutiny. You lose that and you lose one of the few things that exist that don't sane wash

Albertans won’t be voting on leaving Canada — many will be voting to send a message: “this will show Mark Carney that we’re serious.” — Jen Gerson (The Line) tells @jeyantvo.bsky.social what’s driving Alberta’s referendum debate and the risks behind it. At 8pm | Producer: @colinellis81.bsky.social

Israel committed a masacre in Gaza during the night. The genocide continues.

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Ex candidato del partido Republicano y hoy militante del Partido Nacional Libertario, usa casa del Estado como vivienda personal... Vecinos dicen que Luis Cortés Ramírez es violento, y además la vivienda es del Estado y es una de las que se anunciaron para venderse y hacer caja: