Adam Aspinall

@spectator Nope

Brutalism is beautiful ✍️ Sebastian Milbank spectator.com/article/brutal…

Given today’s horrific events in Sydney, we recognise wishing our Jewish fans a happy Hanukkah may seem hollow at this incredibly difficult moment. The story of Hanukkah reminds us that even in darkness, we can find the light. We stand alongside our Jewish communities and pray for peace and unity across the world, while sending our deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones 🤍🕎

@afneil Started my career as a cub reporter there. Was shocked to learn when speaking to a city historian that this was almost entirely self-inflicted post war planning blight and nothing to do with WWII. Complete vandalism took place across the city centre. Don’t look up the library.

The Luftwaffe had nothing on Britain’s post-war town planners.

@dcsandbrook @TheRestHistory Fabulous stuff from you and your team, the episodes always move me when I least expect it.

Today it's five years since the launch of @TheRestHistory. After hundreds of episodes, tours of the US and Australia, West End shows and concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, making the show is more fun than ever. Thank you to our wonderful team, and to all our listeners!

Fantastic from Brighton, this. A massively important message delivered very well.

History made 🦁 #Lions2025

We’re saddened to share that Donald Rose, the UK’s oldest WWII veteran, has passed away at 110. A sniper with the Queen’s Royal Regiment, he served in North Africa, survived D-Day, and helped liberate Bergen-Belsen. His legacy and sacrifice will not be forgotten ❤️

@WilcoFtbl What a let off that was, had a perfect view. Nephew’s first game. Will never forget it.

His last goal for Liverpool was the winner in a Merseyside Derby, right in front of the Kop end. Oh the pleasure he gave us.

Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

We are aware of the comments made by acts on the West Holts Stage at Glastonbury Festival this afternoon. Video evidence will be assessed by officers to determine whether any offences may have been committed that would require a criminal investigation.

O Papa Leão XIV é Robert Francis Prevost, dos Estados Unidos

White smoke! The 133 Cardinal electors gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel have elected the new Pope. He will appear soon at the central window of St. Peter’s Basilica.

A victory that was hard fought and hard won. A victory that involved every part of society. 80 years on, we salute the extraordinary generation that liberated our continent and ensured that we, the generations that followed, can continue to live in peace. #VEDay80

In a powerful symbol of reconciliation, German NATO soldiers marched alongside their British counterparts, and a Luftwaffe pilot took part in the flypast in London today, as the UK commemorations marking 80 years since the end of World War II began. #VEDay80

Just a lovely letter.

It has been 44 days since Ukraine agreed to a full ceasefire and a halt to strikes. This was a proposal from the United States. And it has been 44 days of Russia continuing to kill our people and evading tough pressure and accountability for its actions. It is extremely important that everyone around the world sees and understands what is really happening. Nearly 70 missiles, including ballistic ones. And about 150 attack drones. Unfortunately, there is significant destruction. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the rubble of residential buildings is being cleared. As of this moment, over 80 people have been injured across Ukraine. Everyone is receiving the necessary assistance. Regrettably, 9 people have been killed in Kyiv. My condolences go out to their families and loved ones. There was a report from the military command. I instructed the Minister of Defense of Ukraine to immediately contact our partners regarding our requests to strengthen air defenses. Today, I will brief President Ramaphosa of South Africa, who currently holds the G20 Presidency, on the situation and our need to intensify global diplomatic efforts. The strikes must be stopped immediately and unconditionally. We also count on support in humanitarian matters — in the return of our prisoners and Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. I am canceling part of the program for this visit and will return to Ukraine immediately after the meeting with the President of South Africa. The Foreign Minister of Ukraine will hold all the necessary meetings in South Africa to fully inform the country’s political and civil society leaders about the situation. I am grateful to everyone around the world who stands with Ukraine and supports our people.

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

Atlantic just released the whole Signal conversation. search.app/XxuUU3YnKxaRje…

Keep Calm and Carry On