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The Invention of “Sesame Street” Renata Adler’s 1972 review of the program that revolutionized children’s television.

“Small children from poor or middle-class families who watch ‘Sesame Street’ do better on cognitive tests and in first grade than children who do not watch it,” Renata Adler wrote, in 1972.

A map of countries that recognise the State of Palestine.

You can now add France… but apparently not the UK, Germany, Canada of Australia.

Shameful.

Youth workers in London custody centres stop 90% reoffending, says report Scheme aims to exploit ‘teachable moment’, when someone is wavering between criminality and turning their back on violence

Prevention works.

The figures speak for themselves. Investment by my Violence Reduction Unit is having an impact on reoffending. I will continue to support prevention and in giving young Londoners a better future.

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Scotland's government achieves this without the full financial powers available to independent nations.

Imagine what we could achieve for Scotland's people if we made the decisions on how our nation's wealth was spent?

Delivering #SocialJustice is one reason why I support #ScottishIndependence.

Finland announces migration of its rail network to international gauge The Finnish government announces the migration of its rail network from Russian gauge (1,524 mm) to international gauge (1,435 mm) from 2032. The change aims to improve military mobility and regional ...

🇫🇮 “The Finnish government has announced the conversion of its rail network from Russian gauge (1,524 mm) to European standard (1,435 mm).
This historic decision reinforces its integration with the European Union and NATO.” www.trenvista.net/en/news/rnhs...

STANDING TOGETHER: A UNITED FRONT FOR TRANS RIGHTS As the organisers of the UK's largest Pride events in Birmingham, Brighton, London and Manchester, we come together today in unequivocal solidarity with our trans community. We are united not only in message, but in purpose. At a time when trans rights in the UK are under growing attack, our resolve has never been stronger: we will not allow progress to be undone. We will not stand by as the dignity, safety, and humanity of our trans siblings are debated, delayed, or denied. What is happening here in the UK is not isolated. It is part of a disturbing global trend-from the banning of Pride events in Hungary to anti-trans legislation in the United States-where LGBTQ+ rights are being systematically rolled back. The UK must not follow this path of regression. Instead, it must rise as a global leader in human rights and equality. The recent ruling by the UK Supreme Court to exclude trans women from the definition of the term 'woman' underscores the urgent need for immediate action. In this moment, we choose to stand firmer, louder, and prouder in demanding change that protects and uplifts trans lives. That is why this year, we are collectively suspending political party participation in our Pride events. Know that this is not a symbolic gesture. It is a direct call for accountability and a refusal to platform those who have not protected our rights. We demand real commitments and measurable progress. The Pride movement was born from protest, and we must continue to embody that spirit with intention and urgency.

To move forward, we need more than promises. We need every political party to stand unequivocally with every member of the LGBTQ+ community, and to centre the voices of trans people in policy, practice, and public life. Collectively, we call for: • Full and enforceable protections under the Equality Act • Timely and dignified access to NHS gender-affirming healthcare • A reformed, accessible Gender Recognition Certificate process • Sustainable funding for trans-led services and support organisations across the UK This is the minimum. Anything less is not allyship, it is abandonment. To those in power: when you demonstrate true solidarity and tangible commitment to trans rights, we will stand with you. Until then, we will continue to speak truth to power and fight for a future where every trans person can live safely, freely, and proudly. As Pride events across the UK face mounting challenges, our resolve only grows stronger. We will not be silenced. We will not be divided. Together, we will build a national movement rooted in justice, unity, and unapologetic pride. Now, more than ever, we need everyone to show up for trans lives and show up for Pride. In solidarity, Birmingham Pride Brighton Pride Pride in London Manchester Pride

Political parties banned from Manchester, London, Birmingham and Brighton Prides this year.

Statements in the images.

Here Is Everything That Has Changed Since Congestion Pricing Started in New York Fewer cars. Faster travel. Less honking. And some questions we still can’t answer.

New York’s (de)congestion pricing is one of the most successful public policies imaginable. Just no downside, except a few entitled motorists honking on social media about how only they represent working people.

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the state of utah made it illegal to fly "unofficial" flags at public schools, universities, and government buildings, effectively banning pride flag displays. so salt lake city approved 3 new official city flags celebrating minority communities. love this energy.

Nasty little coward hiding behind a spokesperson. Throwing folks under the bus to appeal to the worst people in the country as well as the orange clown.

Target suffers 10th consecutive week of foot traffic declines, sinking stock prices since caving on DEI Costco, which resisted pressure to ditch DEI, extends foot-traffic gains streak to 15.

The divergence here from two companies with *very* similar customer bases is pretty wild, you do not see this sort of thing happen at scale very often.

When I say you don’t have to worry about microplastics in your brain I mean that there is much stronger evidence that you should be worrying about other things that you don’t ever think about, like the draining of peatlands for agriculture, and things that you think about all the time, like fascism.

EU, China start talks on lifting EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, Handelsblatt reports The European Union and China have begun negotiations on the abolition of EU tariffs on imports of Chinese electric cars, German newspaper Handelsblatt reported on Thursday.

The European Union and China are now starting negotiations to abolish EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.

This is a major strategic failure for the United States.

Victim complex

🚨 5th operator wants to rival Eurostar! 🚨

And this one is SERIOUS

And has TRAINS ALREADY BEING BUILT

Trenitalia 🇮🇹

#CrossChannelRail

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A tricky thing about modern society is that no one has any idea when they don’t die.

Like, the number of lives saved by controlling air pollution in America is probably over 200,000 per year, but the number of people who think their life was saved by controlling air pollution is zero.

Only if your cycle fits and it isn't filled up. 12 minute frequency, space for 8 standard cycles - just 40 cycles per hour in each direction.

Time to reimaging Rotherhithe.

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Bus passenger satisfaction in England (outside London) at 83% in 2024.

All measures ⬆️:

Journey time (83% from 81%)

Bus driver (87% from 85%)

Punctuality at the bus stop (75% from 70%)

Value for money for fare payers (73% from 67%)

Bus stop waiting time (72% from 68%)

Bus stop (79% from 76%)

Xavier transitioned and became Vivian Jenna Wilson. She is alive and well and lives in Japan.

No loving parent would ever write such a disgusting thing as this, and it speaks volumes.

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Big weekend for transport in Greater Manchester.

“When we integrate buses into the system on Sunday, we will have a modern payment system that will enable seamless travel between bus and tram under a single, simple and affordable fare structure.” - Vernon Everitt, transport commissioner for GM

The people who produce this Mauna Loa atmospheric CO₂ record have a lab in Hilo, Hawaiʻi, about 50 miles (80 km) from the observatory. By closing the lab, it'll be really difficult to maintain the CO₂ observations.

Chappell Roan scores her first #1 single in the UK with “Pink Pony Club.”

Since we’re all on Mayhem, thought I’d share. 2008, 23 yr old me found this bop of a song randomly online called Just Dance and was obsessed. Went to SF to see Gaga at a small club where there was like… 60ish ppl max? Was right in front. I’ll never forget it! And yes I still have that paper

Batman and robin meme with Robin saying Teach Road Safety and Batman saying Design safe systems

Batman knows what's up.

Tesla's Sales Are Falling So Much That the Cash It Rakes in for Carbon Credits Is Under Threat An important source of carbon credit revenue could quickly dry up for Tesla. And the pressure is on, experts warn.

Apparently Tesla isn't selling any cars which also means it's not selling carbon credits. It made 2.7 billion in carbon credits last year. Carbon credits is largely what has kept the company afloat

Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.

“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”

First look at Shrek’s daughter in ‘Shrek 5’ played by Zendaya.

Austrian Parties Reach Deal to Form Government Without Far Right The announcement was a victory for mainstream political parties, after earlier talks involving the hard-right Freedom Party broke down.

Breaking News: Three mainstream political parties in Austria have agreed to form a government that excludes the far-right Freedom Party.

Tesla’s shareholders just lost another $38,640,000,000 today — a total $TSLA loss of $600 billion since December.

Tesla’s CEO was not in the office.

In literally any other public company ever, this would be the point where the CEO gets fired.

Mayor of London eyes Great Northern and Southeastern rail takeover The Mayor of London's new growth plan, announced this morning, reiterates his ambition to take over the Southeastern and Great Northern railways.

Mayor of London eyes Great Northern and Southeastern rail takeover

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The Mayor of London's new growth plan, announced this morning, reiterates his ambition to take over the Southeastern and Great Northern railways.