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Just an ordinary being surviving in extraordinary times. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ πŸ’œ β™• 🎹 βš›οΈ πŸ—οΈ Atheist, Vegetarian, She/Her. ❀️ Coffee/Tips: https://ko-fi.com/michelleksmith

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Poster image for International Women's Day 2026. International Women's Day is for all women.

Poster image for International Women's Day 2026. International Women's Day is for all women.

International Women's Day (8 March) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. We call for action against rising violence, systemic discrimination, and reversed rights, demanding accountability and universal equality. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

07.03.2026 15:38 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Australia should adopt a humanitarian approach by granting protection visas to the Iranian women’s football team, the β€˜Lionesses’, when their current visas expire. It would be the only responsible and meaningful option.

07.03.2026 09:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Aussie Rules official heard describing women as 'breeders' A southern NSW football club says an official has stepped down after making derogatory comments about players on its women's team.

AFL pays no income tax yet they receive substantial amounts of money from taxpayers, while earning millions. Athletes attending the AIS pay no HECS/HELP. Like religion, sporting bodies need to pay their fair share of taxes like everyone else. It's IWD tomorrow. 🧐 www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...

07.03.2026 06:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A reminder that the Palestinian Authority in Gaza, and later Hamas, had the opportunity to decriminalise homosexuality since 2005 but declined to do so. Homosexuality was decriminalised in Israel in 1988. I will not support any regime which enforces the illegality of homosexuality. Palestine or not

07.03.2026 05:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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Talons of Weng-Chiang is problematic because it involves a fatal logical contradiction: Magnus Greel is from the 51st-century but dies in 1889, therefore he would not have the technology (time cabinet) to time travel, which was developed in the 51st century, not before 1889.

05.03.2026 04:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I recall Donald Trump when he was running for president the first time, told a Bloomberg TV interviewer in 2015 he was a devout Christian and the Bible was his favourite book, and the interviewer then asked him what his favourite Bible verse was, and Trump was unable to name one. πŸ˜†

05.03.2026 03:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The uranium is naturally occurring in the basin, and existed millennia there before the town was created. The residents at Laramba, who number less than 300 people, should be relocated out of the area, if they are concerned about it.

05.03.2026 02:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

But Jesus also condemned Jezebel who he said was sexually immoral (Revelation 2:20-22). I understand the point Talarico is making but we really should be getting away from religion entirely. It's the root cause of homophobia, transphobia and misogyny. Cherry picking it's "good points" never works.

05.03.2026 00:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Epstein Backed β€˜Billionaires’ Dinner’ Network of Prominent Anti-Trans Figures Lawrence Krauss, Richard Dawkins, Steven Pinker and other anti-trans influencers personally benefited from a right-wing academic social group backed by infamous human trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, somet...

You’re not crazy. The anti-trans movement is not organic; it was funded by pedophilic billionaires like Jeffrey Epstein who backed a network of conservatives to accuse the same people they were sexually abusing of being the real danger. @madycast.com exposes the truth in our in-depth report.

06.02.2026 20:12 πŸ‘ 8742 πŸ” 3886 πŸ’¬ 66 πŸ“Œ 242

Not only should the anti-discrimination exemption be lifted but the tax exemption given to religious organisations should also be scrapped. Why should a belief in a being that doesn’t exist, exempt you from paying your fair share of tax?

02.03.2026 23:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Social responsibility | The Official Platform of the UAE Government Tourists and visitors to the UAE must be responsible and follow the local etiquettes. Public displays of affection should be minimal; holding hands is acceptable but kissing and hugging in the public ...

Sad what happened and my condolences to those killed, but why would go to Dubai for a wedding anniversary? Public displays of affection such as kissing and hugging are forbidden in that city. u.ae/en/informati...

02.03.2026 22:02 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I've come across them too. Very loud and unhinged. They're not interested in reason. They're only interested in feeling morally superior and a centre of attention.

02.03.2026 10:52 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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UN experts urge UK to ensure equal protection for all women and girls and all transgender people GENEVA – The United Kingdom must ensure its ongoing review of statutory guidance under the Equality Act remains compatible with international human rights law and upholds equal protections for all tra...

β€œFrameworks permitting routine exclusion or discretionary verification of sex based on appearance or stereotypes would raise serious concerns under international human rights law…”

UN experts remind the UK that it must avoid gender policing and ensure trans folk can live with safety and dignity.

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01.03.2026 12:15 πŸ‘ 81 πŸ” 27 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Screenshot of Starlog magazine, issue #6 (June 1977), feature article titled "Moonbase Alpha Ceases Operation" on page 57, which announced the cancellation of the television series Space: 1999 by ITC Entertainment.

Screenshot of Starlog magazine, issue #6 (June 1977), feature article titled "Moonbase Alpha Ceases Operation" on page 57, which announced the cancellation of the television series Space: 1999 by ITC Entertainment.

It was a shame that CBS didn't take up Space: 1999. It deserved more than two seasons. Grade was banking on US money to help ITC recoup costs for the series, that unfortunately did not materialise and he lost interest in it as a result. The dreaded news in Starlog magazine:

01.03.2026 09:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
British actor Peter Wyngarde as General Klytus in the 1980 film Flash Gordon, based on King Features Syndicate character (c) Dino De Laurentiis Company.

British actor Peter Wyngarde as General Klytus in the 1980 film Flash Gordon, based on King Features Syndicate character (c) Dino De Laurentiis Company.

And General Klytus in Flash Gordon (1980).

01.03.2026 08:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image of Roberta Angela Dee (1950-2003) . Source: tgforum.com archive, 1999.

Image of Roberta Angela Dee (1950-2003) . Source: tgforum.com archive, 1999.

The sad anniversary of her untimely death is approaching (13 March 2003). RIP Roberta. #RobertaAngelaDee

01.03.2026 01:53 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Barbara Shelley, a horror film regular in the 50s and 60s.

01.03.2026 01:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
How Growing Sea Plants Can Help Slow Ocean Acidification Researchers are finding that kelp, eelgrass, and other vegetation can effectively absorb CO2 and reduce acidity in the ocean. Growing these plants in local waters, scientists say, could help mitigate ...

Mitigating the atmospheric CO2 increase and ocean acidification by creating seaweed farms to upwelling regions. e360.yale.edu/features/kel...

27.02.2026 14:24 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Only 47.5% turnout for the election? That's pretty disappointing. πŸ€”

27.02.2026 10:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

A depiction of someone committing suicide. How did this get published in a children's comic? πŸ€”

26.02.2026 16:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Disgraceful. An attack on human rights and dignity.

26.02.2026 14:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Happened again tonight. Single male. Out of the dark. Walked within millimetres of me. Absolutely creepy behaviour.

26.02.2026 13:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The double standards of Kirsti Miller.

The double standards of Kirsti Miller.

If Kirsti Miller really believed in freedom of speech, they wouldn't set up their account so only approved friends can reply to their posts, no-one else.

26.02.2026 07:19 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Ssssssspelling.

26.02.2026 03:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Albanese showed up at Mardi Gras Fair Day in Sydney, and no-one went up to challenge him over his broken promise. As long as he shows up at these events for a photo-op unchallenged, he will keep on making promises for voters but failing to deliver them.

26.02.2026 01:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I stated that he met Jeffrey Epstein, nothing more than that. That's a fact. There is no doubt Michael Jackson was a great artiste. He touched people of all ages and crossed many boundaries.

25.02.2026 15:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I'm not Islamophobic. Freedom of belief includes the freedom not to believe. As an atheist I believe all religions should be equally scrutinised, and that includes Islam. The fact that the RC failed to question Islamic schools and institutions indicates procedural bias.

25.02.2026 14:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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New laws flagged after 'violent' attacks on gay and bisexual Sydney teens The New South Wales premier has flagged harsher punishments and new criminal offences in response to gay and bisexual teens being lured online and bashed on camera.

New laws flagged after 'violent' attacks on gay and bisexual Sydney teens: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-25/hate-laws-nsw-after-isis-inspired-sydney-attacks-on-sexuality/106386596

25.02.2026 04:20 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Kirsti Miller skewing statistics out of thin air to portray Muslims as victims again. A religion that is patriarchal and misogynist, with a propensity for making no distinction between "Church and State". Their church *is* the state.

Kirsti Miller skewing statistics out of thin air to portray Muslims as victims again. A religion that is patriarchal and misogynist, with a propensity for making no distinction between "Church and State". Their church *is* the state.

Kirsti Miller again living in their make believe world where Muslims commit no serious crime. Tell that to the LGBTQIA+ teenagers assaulted by Arabic speaking IS supporters. All of whom were not related to the attackers. #Australia #Crime #Islam #LGBT www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02...

25.02.2026 05:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Stop smoking tobacco around me then. I did not and do not give you permission to blow your second-hand cigarette smoke into my personal space. The right to clean air is recognized as a fundamental human right by the UN.

25.02.2026 04:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0