thepoke--2020-09-02--A Taylor Swift/WAP mash-up was so good that even Cardi-B commented

TikToker Niamh Adkins joined in with the trend of mashing up other people ’ s songs with the Cardi B @ @ @ @ @ , ‘ WAP ’ .
Taylor Swift lookalike , Niamh , started off with the @ @ @ @ @ Belong With Me ’ before blending in the sexually charged rap .
She looks pretty @ @ @ @ @ well she might because most of us would need an ambulance on standby for that @ @ @ @ @ the last word must go to Niamh .
None of us did , Niamh .
@ @ @ @ @

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TikToker Niamh Adkins joined in with the trend of mashing up other people’s songs with the Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion hit, ‘WAP’.
Taylor Swift lookalike, Niamh, started off with the singer-songwriter’s ‘You Belong With Me’ before blending in the sexually charged rap.
Here’s how that looked.
She looks pretty pleased with herself – as well she might because most of us would need an ambulance on standby for that routine.
Taylor Swift fan @repslover13 shared the clip on Twitter.
well that was unexpected pic.twitter.com/HoZz1ae2fn — lover • folklore (@repslover13) August 29, 2020
Niamh’s smooth moves went down a storm.
Then this happened.
I ain’t saw that coming https://t.co/idurLgrvBC — iamcardib (@iamcardib) August 31, 2020
Twitter lost its mind.
BYEEEE SCREAMING — «» (@bloodyforswift) August 31, 2020
me neither — bel rodrigues (@belrodrigues) August 31, 2020
OMG CARDI — lover • folklore (@repslover13) August 31, 2020
Of course, the last word must go to Niamh.
Cardi B has seen me do the thing omg I didn’t see THAT coming https://t.co/YARSB1YReS — NiamhAdkins (@NiamhAdkins) August 31, 2020
None of us did, Niamh. None of us did.
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thepoke--2020-09-02--This story of mixing up Mariah Carey and Marie Curie was funny, but the replies made it even better

Comedy writer Eileen Mary O ’ Connell shared this little misunderstanding between herself and a mansplainer .
It isn ’ @ @ @ @ @ two women have been mixed up , and it probably won ’ t be the @ @ @ @ @ ’ s tweet so much that it currently has almost 30,000 retweets after less than @ @ @ @ @ also inspired tweeters to share similar misunderstandings .
These were our favourites .

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Comedy writer Eileen Mary O’Connell shared this little misunderstanding between herself and a mansplainer.
Thinking about the time that I said that I was distantly related to Marie Curie and a guy explained “It’s pronounced Mariah Carey” — Eileen Mary O’Connell (@i_Lean) September 1, 2020
It isn’t the first time the two women have been mixed up, and it probably won’t be the last.
My cousin in England told her colleagues she wanted a Mariah Carey birthday cake. They misunderstood, and is the cake they made her instead. It’s Marie Curie, looking very festive. pic.twitter.com/LMHJnMATqD — Harriet Alida Lye (@harrietalida) June 14, 2019
People enjoyed Eileen’s tweet so much that it currently has almost 30,000 retweets after less than a day, but it also inspired tweeters to share similar misunderstandings.
These were our favourites.
1.
At an art museum some guy asked my mom, sister, and me: Who is the artist in the exhibit? Us: Matisse.
Him: oh yeah Henry Matisse
Us: Henri. It’s Henri Matisse.
Him: It’s Henry. They just call him Henri bc he’s French. — Erin Nagel (@emck33) September 1, 2020
2.
this reminds me of the time i worked in a vintage clothes store and was speaking to a colleague about my love for horticulture and she legit thought i was pronouncing ‘haute couture’ wrong — sahar (@babynevv) September 1, 2020
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My best friend once told me in our kids' school's very quiet bootroom at pick-up that she was becoming necrophiliac. She meant narcoleptic. I will treasure those other parents faces until I die. — Cristina Quintero (@cquinterowriter) September 1, 2020
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Dated French guy, he suggested watching “pursuit of a penis, it’s a beautiful story about a man and his son..” I’m thinking “what kind of horrible film is he talking about” until he mentioned Will Smith. — Mary O'Neill (@mtoneill4) September 1, 2020
5.
Decades ago I told a guy that I was studying meteorology. Him: 'Cool. So when's the next one coming?'
Me: 'The next what? Thunderstorm?'
Him: 'No, the next meteor.' — Tracy Garner (@tracygarner) September 1, 2020
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Long ago, I met this art student moving into my building, carrying a large print of a Gauguin painting into the elevator. Me: i see you like Gauguin (goh-GEHN) Him: hm, what? Me, gesturing to the print: Gauguin. Him, pretentiously: No, it’s pronounced GAGE-in. — Sandra (@SandraHeretic) September 1, 2020
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I once foolishly tried to find pâté at the podunk grocery on the way to my mom’s. After coming up with nil wandering the aisles, I asked the fish guy behind the counter if they had pâté. After asking me to repeat myself a couple times, he said, “Do you mean pasta?” I did not. — Audrey Hepbones (@m_k_eeee) September 1, 2020
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(Pre-mobiles) When my landline phone went back online after being disconnected for a while, a very dear friend commented “It must be nice being excommunicado again.” — Sumarumi (@sumarumi) September 1, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-02--Billy Joel’s Piano Man – rewritten to reflect 2020

Canadian TikToker and actor Nick Sheculski , or niktheitalian , has silky musical skills and a talent for comedy .
@ @ @ @ @ this – his most popular video – in which he shares his reworking of Billy @ @ @ @ @ Piano Man .
Has anything ever been more relatable ?
‘ This is what every @ @ @ @ @ felt like ’

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Canadian TikToker and actor Nick Sheculski, or niktheitalian, has silky musical skills and a talent for comedy.
He combines those things in this – his most popular video – in which he shares his reworking of Billy Joel’s classic, Piano Man.
Has anything ever been more relatable?
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‘This is what every single day of 2020 has felt like’
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thepoke--2020-09-02--One woman’s lunches are the toast of the art world – literally

A human resources business partner who works at the University of Portsmouth has been recreating popular works of art using the medium of …toast .
Caroline Barnes ’ first piece , Edvard Munch ’ s The Scream , was created in frustration after her planned trip to North America fell foul of the lockdown , and the artwork got such a good reaction that she kept producing more .
Caroline told Portsmouth ’ s local paper , The News , that she has been sure to make the finished piece edible – after all , it wouldn ’ t be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some more of her creations – or should that be crustations ?
Maybe not .
2 .
Head of a Woman in a Hat by Pablo Picasso 5 .
Three Girls on the Jetty by Edvard Munch 6 .
Self Portrait with Braid by Frida Kahlo 7 .
Snow Falling in the Lane by Edvard Munch It seems very apt that several of Caroline ’ s food “ paintings ” should be inspired by a man named Munch .
( No need to @ us about the pronunciation – we know . )
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ time to make da Vinci ’ s The Last Supper .
People have been recreating works of art with things in their homes – our 15 favourites Source The News Image Caroline Barnes via The News

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A human resources business partner who works at the University of Portsmouth has been recreating popular works of art using the medium of …toast.
Caroline Barnes’ first piece, Edvard Munch’s The Scream, was created in frustration after her planned trip to North America fell foul of the lockdown, and the artwork got such a good reaction that she kept producing more.
Caroline told Portsmouth’s local paper, The News, that she has been sure to make the finished piece edible – after all, it wouldn’t be right to waste food.
Here are some more of her creations – or should that be crustations? Maybe not.
1. Fall of Icarus by Henri Matisse
2. Head of a Woman in a Hat by Pablo Picasso
3. Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh
4. Girl with a Pearl Earring by Johannas Vermeer
5. Three Girls on the Jetty by Edvard Munch
6. Self Portrait with Braid by Frida Kahlo
7. Snow Falling in the Lane by Edvard Munch
8. American Gothic by Grant Wood
9. The Fairytale Forest by Edvard Munch
It seems very apt that several of Caroline’s food “paintings” should be inspired by a man named Munch. (No need to @ us about the pronunciation – we know.)
Perhaps she may one day find the time to make da Vinci’s The Last Supper.
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People have been recreating works of art with things in their homes – our 15 favourites
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thepoke--2020-09-02--This comment on some wedding photos is our Misunderstanding of the Week

We loved this misunderstanding on a heartwarming post about a wedding in Australia .
Wtf same , I was like @ @ @ @ @ illegal to have a dog as a flower girl ” , then went to the @ @ @ @ @ jabr7 Same here .
Planning on having our dog as our flower girl September 2021 @ @ @ @ @ violating the law lol .
EnormousPornis It ’ s amazing that millennials and zoomers are @ @ @ @ @ ladies finding love and getting married doesn ’ t even register on our “ things @ @ @ @ @ radar , to the point of being confused by this post .
Love is just @ @ @ @ @ .
Doesn ’ t apply if you ’ ve been forced to wait to get @ @ @ @ @ thing – with or without the super cute dog flower girl .
A misunderstanding about @ @ @ @ @ made this guy ’ s mum think he was a dealer

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We loved this misunderstanding on a heartwarming post about a wedding in Australia.
Let’s take a closer look.
Wtf same, I was like “wtf, why its illegal to have a dog as a flower girl”, then went to the comments and got it lol
jabr7
Same here. Planning on having our dog as our flower girl September 2021 soooo was pretty worried about violating the law lol.
EnormousPornis
As Redditor DrLawyerPI pointed out.
It’s amazing that millennials and zoomers are so fucking awesome that two ladies finding love and getting married doesn’t even register on our “things that might be illegal” radar, to the point of being confused by this post. Love is just love to us.
N.B. Doesn’t apply if you’ve been forced to wait to get married because homophobia is a thing – with or without the super cute dog flower girl.
It’s still our favourite misunderstanding.
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A misunderstanding about a Sherbet DipDab ice lolly made this guy’s mum think he was a dealer
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thepoke--2020-09-02--Chadwick Boseman’s hilarious SNL takedown of Karens has gone viral again

A sketch featuring Chadwick Boseman ripping Karens on Saturday Night Live has gone viral all over again .
Since his death from colon cancer at the age of 43 at the weekend , people have been sharing clips , stories and tributes , but one video in particular has gone viral , more than two years after it was first aired .
As King T ’ Challa , he nailed this takedown of Karens , long before they ’ d boomed under pandemic conditions .
“ I sense that this white woman does not season her food .
And if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a tiny pinch of salt , and no paprika .
And she will probably add something unnecessary… like raisins.
” The sketch shows Chadwick could smash comedy out of the park , just as he did with drama and action .
It really took off when shared by writer Andy Isaac , who accurately described it as “ freaking legendary ” .
It currently has almost 12 million views and 100,000 retweets , as well as picking up comments like these along the way .
You can watch the full sketch here and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This video of Chadwick Boseman surprising fans speaks volumes about the tragically lost star

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A sketch featuring Chadwick Boseman ripping Karens on Saturday Night Live has gone viral all over again.
Since his death from colon cancer at the age of 43 at the weekend, people have been sharing clips, stories and tributes, but one video in particular has gone viral, more than two years after it was first aired.
As King T’Challa, he nailed this takedown of Karens, long before they’d boomed under pandemic conditions.
“I sense that this white woman does not season her food. And if she does, it is only with a tiny pinch of salt, and no paprika. And she will probably add something unnecessary… like raisins.”
The sketch shows Chadwick could smash comedy out of the park, just as he did with drama and action.
It really took off when shared by writer Andy Isaac, who accurately described it as “freaking legendary”.
Chadwick Boseman's SNL sketch about Karen and her potato salad was freaking legendary. Dammit. pic.twitter.com/HAyBiaivMU — Isaac (@WorldofIsaac) August 29, 2020
It currently has almost 12 million views and 100,000 retweets, as well as picking up comments like these along the way.
How can you not love this? Also dig the shout-out to Karen before she went mainstream https://t.co/V1fXHxGjp9 — Mike Lacett (@mikelacett) August 29, 2020
Absolutely hilarious. And now beautiful. https://t.co/g4nwUKFimq — Steven Weber (@TheStevenWeber) August 29, 2020
Epic. And before EVERYTHING was "Karen." https://t.co/jUcoU8S4Zp — Robert A George (@RobGeorge) August 29, 2020
However, as Erik Williams observed …
Now that is funny 🙂 it just makes the hurt of losing him worse — Erik Williams (@Photosbyerik) August 29, 2020
You can watch the full sketch here and it’s well worth it.
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thepoke--2020-09-02--The only 5 reactions you need to Donald Trump insisting protesters are throwing bags of soup

The Washington Post ’ s data reporter , Christopher Ingraham , shared a snippet he ’ d noticed on the @ @ @ @ @ and it ’ s quite something .
Even better , Acyn Torabi dug out the @ @ @ @ @ soup rant .
“ And then they have cans of soup .
Soup .
And @ @ @ @ @ soup .
That ’ s better than a brick because you can ’ t throw @ @ @ @ @ s too heavy .
But a can of soup , you can really put some @ @ @ @ @ ?
” So …a brick ’ s too heavy , but a can is better @ @ @ @ @ .
Okay .
These five reactions say everything that needs to be said .
You @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t you ?
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The Washington Post’s data reporter, Christopher Ingraham, shared a snippet he’d noticed on the White House briefings archive, and it’s quite something.
I somehow missed the President's extended monologue last month on the use of soup as a deadly protest weapon. "Big bags of soup." https://t.co/f5Tpsk7D9u pic.twitter.com/sCjGDzbWzv — Christopher Ingraham (@_cingraham) September 1, 2020
OMFG big bags of soup https://t.co/11r5AOEwon — Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) September 1, 2020
Even better, Acyn Torabi dug out the video of Trump’s soup rant.
Trump in July: And you have people coming over with bags of soup and the anarchists… start throwing it at our cops… And if it hits you, that’s worse than a brick because that’s got force… And when they get caught, they say, “No, this is just soup for my family.” pic.twitter.com/xs9tcY9aA5 — Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) September 1, 2020
“And then they have cans of soup. Soup.
And they throw the cans of soup.
That’s better than a brick because you can’t throw a brick; it’s too heavy. But a can of soup, you can really put some power into that, right?”
So …a brick’s too heavy, but a can is better anyway because it has force. Okay.
from Confused GIFs via Gfycat
These five reactions say everything that needs to be said.
1.
Video game company: "So you have an idea to pitch us?"
Me: https://t.co/btwdxzj7xg — Daniel Spenser (@DanSpenser) September 1, 2020
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"if bag of soup hits you, that’s worse than a brick because that’s got force" donald j. trump, professor of physic at trump university — machine gun funk🇺🇸 (@4thpage) September 1, 2020
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Been a while since trig but I believe force=mass(soup)/pie So worse than bricks. It's just good math. https://t.co/JDHJ9QXaG0 — KevinlyFather 🇺🇲🇨🇦🇲🇼🇸🇿 (@KevinlyFather) September 1, 2020
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Sticks and stones may break my bones but alphabetical soup will kill me. pic.twitter.com/KQt0xsy37I — McTraMAMA (@mcTrace17) September 1, 2020
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The only thing that can stop a bad guy with a bag of soup is a good guy with a bag of soup https://t.co/ZFoUAJXavh — dismantle the mpd (@anamariecox) September 1, 2020
You know what this means, don’t you?
Soups of Mass Destruction — Foil Hat (@foiltophat) September 1, 2020
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Donald Trump was fact checked by CNN and it’s simply magnificent
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thepoke--2020-09-02--People love the change Sam Neill asked was made to the Australian flag in Event Horizon

If we needed one more reason to love Sam Neill then today we got it , after someone called @ @ @ @ @ @ new fact he learned about the great man .
Specifically , about the costume he @ @ @ @ @ 1997 sci-fi horror movie , Event Horizon .
Neill , who was born in Northern @ @ @ @ @ Zealand ( and also has a home in Sydney , apparently ) then confirmed it @ @ @ @ @ fair to say people loved it .
Here are just a few of the things @ @ @ @ @ today .
Sam Neill ’ s quarantine updates have made us love him even more

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If we needed one more reason to love Sam Neill then today we got it, after someone called @Jayfuz on Twitter shared this new fact he learned about the great man.
Specifically, about the costume he was given to wear in 1997 sci-fi horror movie, Event Horizon.
Today I learnt: For the Sci-Fi Horror film 'Event Horizon' Sam Neill requested that the Australian flag on his character's uniform remove the Union Flag from the corner & for it to be replacedwith the Aboriginal flag, the way he thought it should look in 2047. pic.twitter.com/S9L83aQKic — Jay | Y Ci Mawr ~ 🏴 (@Jayfuz) September 1, 2020
Neill, who was born in Northern Ireland and lives in New Zealand (and also has a home in Sydney, apparently) then confirmed it.
This is indeed so. And I wouldn't do it any differently today . https://t.co/sz1guYVlM1 — Sam Neill (@TwoPaddocks) September 2, 2020
And it’s fair to say people loved it. Here are just a few of the things people were saying about it today.
And that is why you’re a legend — dughall (@Dughalllaing) September 2, 2020
You dropped this 👑 — Ian (@currentlyian) September 2, 2020
TBH, the Union is unlikely to last the decade so you’ve probably predicted it pretty accurately. 🤪 — Paul Malyon #RejoinEU (@PaulMalyon) September 2, 2020
Big respect for you mate. I wish that was our flag to be honest — CptPotatoAim 🇦🇺 🇹🇭 #BLM (@Aviationlrd) September 2, 2020
In short …
….I did not know the internet loved Sam Neill this much — Jay | Y Ci Mawr ~ 🏴 (@Jayfuz) September 1, 2020
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Sam Neill’s quarantine updates have made us love him even more
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thepoke--2020-09-02--People reckon this is the worst question ever asked at PMQs

There have been a fair few questions asked at Prime Minister ’ s Questions over the years and to be @ @ @ @ @ had time this afternoon to look at them all .
But TV critic and broadcaster @ @ @ @ @ on Twitter – reckons this is the worst question ever asked at PMQs and we @ @ @ @ @ .
It ’ s the Conservative MP for Vale of Clwyd , a chap called @ @ @ @ @ , have a watch for yourself .
Judging by the response to Toby ’ s @ @ @ @ @ he nailed it .
Still , he managed to get on ITV News .
Jeremy @ @ @ @ @ ‘ fizz and excitement ’ of the workplace – 7 favourite comebacks

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There have been a fair few questions asked at Prime Minister’s Questions over the years and to be honest we haven’t had time this afternoon to look at them all.
But TV critic and broadcaster Toby Earle – @TobyonTV on Twitter – reckons this is the worst question ever asked at PMQs and we think he might be right.
It’s the Conservative MP for Vale of Clwyd, a chap called James Davies and, well, have a watch for yourself.
This is it, this is the worst question ever asked at #PMQs pic.twitter.com/as7n6fhCUw — Toby Earle (@TobyonTV) September 2, 2020
Judging by the response to Toby’s tweet, it looks like he nailed it.
The basic annual salary of a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons is £81,932, as of April 2020. Excellent value. — Neil Gibbons (@neilgibbons) September 2, 2020
Decent intro trailer for the new series "I'm his constituent, get me out of here!" though… — Steve Jones 🇪🇺 (@antoniosteve) September 2, 2020
I'm surprised he was able to speak so clearly with his nose up the PM's arse. — Oonagh (@Okeating) September 2, 2020
Still, he managed to get on ITV News.
Follow @TobyonTV on Twitter here!
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Jeremy Hunt said people miss the ‘fizz and excitement’ of the workplace – 7 favourite comebacks
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thepoke--2020-09-02--Jeremy Hunt said people miss the ‘fizz and excitement’ of the workplace – 7 favourite comebacks

Former health secretary and erstwhile Tory leadership contender Jeremy Hunt has been on Sky News telling Kay Burley he expects @ @ @ @ @ back to their workplace very soon .
Not because they miss the rubbish train services @ @ @ @ @ for hours or anything like that .
It ’ s because they miss the ‘ @ @ @ @ @ the workplace .
And it prompted quite a lot of comment on Twitter , as @ @ @ @ @ are our favourites .
The Daily Mail really , really wants everyone back at their @ @ @ @ @ you need

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Former health secretary and erstwhile Tory leadership contender Jeremy Hunt has been on Sky News telling Kay Burley he expects people to want to go back to their workplace very soon.
Not because they miss the rubbish train services or sitting in traffic jams for hours or anything like that. It’s because they miss the ‘fizz and excitement’ of the workplace.
Come again?
"There's only so long you can work remotely before you lose the fizz and excitement that you get in a good workplace." Former health secretary @Jeremy_Hunt says he expects people will want to get back into the workplace soon. Follow live: https://t.co/x8VV2dHyIQ #KayBurley pic.twitter.com/kxFOHjDpYE — SkyNews (@SkyNews) September 2, 2020
And it prompted quite a lot of comment on Twitter, as you might imagine. Here are our favourites.
1.
The worst job I ever had was working for this man, and the fizz and excitement didn't make it to lunchtime on the first day https://t.co/VWnSlPzSOd — Jonn Elledge returns (@JonnElledge) September 2, 2020
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The immense fizz and excitement of playing Candy Crush on the toilet for 45 minutes until it's time to go for a Tesco meal deal https://t.co/pxGHCHoPTh — Francisco Garcia (@Ffranciscodgf) September 2, 2020
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Hunt owns an office building in Hammersmith https://t.co/Zst11an5in — black lives matter (@jrc1921) September 2, 2020
4.
"good weekend?"
"yeah not bad, you?"
"yeah not bad"
"anything planned for next weekend?'
"not really, you?"
"not really"
"kids ok?"
"yeah not bad, yours?"
"yeah not bad" https://t.co/8el9Ip1cRN — joe (@mutablejoe) September 2, 2020
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You can tell these people have never worked a normal job once in their lives. https://t.co/8siju8NUSU — Sinan Kose (@TheSinanKose) September 2, 2020
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I have been freelancing for twelve years and I have never for one moment thought "what a shame I'm missing out on all the fizz and excitement of the office" https://t.co/DKDPvd88aR — Eddie Robson (@EddieRobson) September 2, 2020
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Horse shit. I've done some of my best work sat in my pants listening to Squarepusher at full blast and drinking Brooklyn lager. And I can crack one out whenever I want. https://t.co/nh5EB291EU — Jim'll Paint It (@Jimllpaintit) September 2, 2020
Also this.
tell you what I do miss the adrenaline rush of being in a office and being asked if I have time for a quick chat by a superior with no context — Mollie Goodfellow (@hansmollman) September 2, 2020
And this.
I wonder when the last time was that Jeremy Hunt had to squeeze on to a tube train cheek-by-jowl ten times a week then sit in an open plan office with the aircon set to precisely the wrong temperature? https://t.co/ERkUZvDzrw — Martin Belam (@MartinBelam) September 2, 2020
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The Daily Mail really, really wants everyone back at their workplace – only 3 responses you need
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thepoke--2020-09-02--People have been coming up with classic album names for this picture of Donald Trump – 13 favourites

Over on Twitter @ Will_Bunch had a picture – and a challenge – for his followers .
And the suggestions @ @ @ @ @ Here are our favourites .
The only 5 reactions you need to Donald Trump insisting @ @ @ @ @ soup

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Over on Twitter @Will_Bunch had a picture – and a challenge – for his followers.
Name this classic album cover pic.twitter.com/UEicoiAxTf — Will Bunch Sign Up For My Newsletter (@Will_Bunch) September 1, 2020
And the suggestions came thick and fast. Here are our favourites.
1.
Dark Side of the Goon — JRehling (@JRehling) September 1, 2020
2.
Appetite for Destruction — jimmy craig (@threepeaksexp) September 1, 2020
3.
Robber Soul — David M Wesolowski (@DMWesolowski) September 1, 2020
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Exile On Blame Street — Wayne Kroger (@Wek1958) September 1, 2020
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I was thinking Exiled from Sane Street. — Kathleen Murphy (@ktmurph1) September 2, 2020
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hopefully no one has beaten me to this pic.twitter.com/9FSAjjAHWh — Eric (@Apt104) September 1, 2020
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Magical Misery Tour — Bruce Mirken (@BruceMirken) September 1, 2020
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Wake Me Up When November Ends — Emily Andras (@emtothea) September 1, 2020
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Also These Boots are made for Walking. Look at the heel on those suckers. — ᗩᗷᗷY ᒪ ᗰOᖇᒪᗴY 😷🚨🏴 (@lobylyn) September 1, 2020
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Wish You Weren’t Here — Nicholas Grossman (@NGrossman81) September 1, 2020
12.
Another Dick In The Wall — Andrew Goss 👊USAF👊 (@Goss30Goss) September 1, 2020
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To conclude …
The Trump presidency in one image. https://t.co/gpn4U6mbua — Chris Hayes (@chrislhayes) September 1, 2020
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The only 5 reactions you need to Donald Trump insisting protesters are throwing bags of soup
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thepoke--2020-09-02--The Daily Mail really, really wants everyone back at their workplace – only 3 responses you need

The Daily Mail really , really wants people to go back to work .
And when they say work , @ @ @ @ @ mean work , they mean ‘ at their workplace ’ .
And these are the @ @ @ @ @ .
Richard Littlejohn told everyone to get back to the workplace and the internet spoke @ @

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The Daily Mail really, really wants people to go back to work. And when they say work, they don’t actually mean work, they mean ‘at their workplace’.
Here’s the paper’s front page today.
And these are the only 3 responses you need.
TOMORROW: START BUYING UNNECESSARY PETROL, EXPENSIVE TRAIN TICKETS AND GET BACK TO THE PLAGUE DESKS, YOU LAZY SHITS.#TomorrowsPapersToday #MailFrontPages pic.twitter.com/ZEwGTZUa5d — The DM Reporter (@DMReporter) September 1, 2020
Repeat after me: working from home is work. Working from home is work. Working from home is work. pic.twitter.com/LJbtxc9SB4 — Paul Bernal (@PaulbernalUK) September 2, 2020
Picture of your newsroom please. Now. pic.twitter.com/019N3nhaq1 — Dan Snow (@thehistoryguy) September 2, 2020
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Richard Littlejohn told everyone to get back to the workplace and the internet spoke as one


thepoke--2020-09-03--Simply 7 very funny captions of this plane full of Donald Trump supporters

People have been busy putting captions to this picture of a plane full of Donald Trump supporters after ‘ apologetic @ @ @ @ @ davidmweissman tweeted this .
The picture was originally taken in February but the captions are @ @ @ @ @ .
Here are our 9 favourites .
But this was surely the winner , from @ @ @

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People have been busy putting captions to this picture of a plane full of Donald Trump supporters after ‘apologetic former Trump supporter’ @davidmweissman tweeted this.
Caption this. pic.twitter.com/1f4Cax0jFu — David Former Trump Supporter Weissman (@davidmweissman) September 2, 2020
The picture was originally taken in February but the captions are fresh out of the box. Here are our 9 favourites.
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https://twitter.com/RexChapman/status/1301235161221214208?s=20
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Air Farce One — A.J. Kirsch ✊🏿🏳🌈😷 (@AJKirsch) September 2, 2020
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GET OUT https://t.co/GBgVvIy52q — viet thanh nguyen (@viet_t_nguyen) September 2, 2020
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American Scarelines — A.J. Kirsch ✊🏿🏳🌈😷 (@AJKirsch) September 2, 2020
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Red Hate Society
Flying Kkkoach
You’ve Got Males
White Flight
Etc etc etc https://t.co/bjgC45YL49 — Erin Antifa Plane Ryan (@morninggloria) September 2, 2020
But this was surely the winner, from @HamillHimself.
Snakes On A Plane https://t.co/nvA7kJCDql — Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) September 2, 2020
Boom.
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thepoke--2020-09-03--This Dettol ad wildly overestimated people’s love for the office – 7 perfect takedowns

An advert on the London Underground about the joys of going back to the office went wildly viral today .
@ @ @ @ @ , it ’ s not a message from the government encouraging people to stop working @ @ @ @ @ to their workplace , but an ad for Dettol .
And it ’ s fair @ @ @ @ @ response – a big response – just not always the one they might have been @ @ @ @ @ our favourite things people said about it .
Turns out it ’ s one of @ @ @ @ @ Dettol , including this abomination .
Then again , if all publicity ’ s good @ @ @ @ @ cleaned up .
Maybe ?
This Trainspotting lockdown parody is so good it got Irvine @ @ @ @ @ approval

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An advert on the London Underground about the joys of going back to the office went wildly viral today.
Despite what many people thought, it’s not a message from the government encouraging people to stop working from home and get back to their workplace, but an ad for Dettol.
(via @helloalegria)
And it’s fair to say it got a response – a big response – just not always the one they might have been hoping for.
Here are our favourite things people said about it.
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Oh look! They’ve made a list of everything I hate about work and put it on a poster! pic.twitter.com/UQ7C4jQthN — Michael Moran (@TheMichaelMoran) September 3, 2020
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I think the poorest thing is, even this list of supposed perks of being in the office concludes with 'getting the hell out of the office as soon as you can'. https://t.co/QylIbh7IiB — Mask Watson (@watsoncomedian) September 3, 2020
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hearing an alarm. screaming into the abyss. throwing bread in tupperware & pretending it's a packed lunch. eating your bread by 10 and having to spend £8.76 in Pret. pledging your soul to the Pret. joining a cult in the Pret. getting the little Pret star tattooed on your neck https://t.co/5EvKJog1v1 — Lex Croucher (@lexcanroar) September 3, 2020
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not having to make lunch? babes, we were paying 4.99 for two slices of bread under the guise of freshness. — mi🌿 (@helloalegria) September 2, 2020
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‘You know how cool the start of Trainspotting is? Yeah, do that but for work, it’ll be *checks notes* proper bants’ 🥴🥴 — Mark My 🇯🇲 (@markintime) September 3, 2020
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Almost no-one's experienced the sensation of job security in decades. This halcyon place they're trying to evoke does not exist for most people. Try contractors eyeing each other with suspicion, sitting alone and staring at their phones in the toilet. https://t.co/BvxCXj3bcb — Nathalie Olah (@nrolah) September 3, 2020
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Choose working from home. Choose emailing in your pants. Choose being just as productive but gaining back your commute time. Choose coffee at £5 a bag not £5 a cup. Choose not having to hear “doing anything nice at the weekend”. Choose a better life. — On/Off Tweeter (@OnOffTweeter) September 3, 2020
Turns out it’s one of a series of ads by Dettol, including this abomination.
https://twitter.com/SpillerOfTea/status/1301460526824927233?s=20
Then again, if all publicity’s good publicity, then Dettol just cleaned up. Maybe?
This is the Trainspotting poster for all the brave heros and heroines who went through the Waitrose grad scheme https://t.co/gMQMOetEG5 — Francisco Garcia (@Ffranciscodgf) September 3, 2020
honestly all these dettol ads have put me firmly on the side of the 0.1% of bacteria it doesn't kill https://t.co/WUigAsE3ZM — man pointing one gun at you and another at himself (@stepheniscowboy) September 3, 2020
listen i'm sorry for writing the dettol ad but money's been tight post-covid — Joel Golby (@joelgolby) September 3, 2020
For everyone retweeting this, you may be interested to know it’s an ad for Dettol, whose manufacturer Reckitt Benckiser said just four weeks ago it was “too early to say” when its own staff would go back to the office https://t.co/1bYlLAATab — Tom Hourigan (@TomHourigan) September 3, 2020
Trainspotting 3 sounds fucking shit. pic.twitter.com/5fAgJ4feCd — Fraser Campbell (@FraserC69) September 3, 2020
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This Trainspotting lockdown parody is so good it got Irvine Welsh’s seal of approval
Source @helloalegria


thepoke--2020-09-03--12 very funny takes on coping with the pandemic

Hats off to the stalwart souls who are still managing to retain a sense of humour , in spite of @ @ @ @ @ These are the funniest posts we ’ ve seen today about the coronavirus and everything @ @ @ @ @ , vaccines and dangerous spelling all feature in today ’ s 10 funny coronavirus posts

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Hats off to the stalwart souls who are still managing to retain a sense of humour, in spite of *waves hand at everything*.
These are the funniest posts we’ve seen today about the coronavirus and everything that it entails.
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tell you what I do miss the adrenaline rush of being in a office and being asked if I have time for a quick chat by a superior with no context — Mollie Goodfellow (@hansmollman) September 2, 2020
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Having to wear face masks on the school run is brilliant as you can get away with not having to smile at everyone who passes you. They just need to now make it compulsory to wear something that eliminates awkward eye contact. — The Original Twitflup! (@TheRealFlups) September 2, 2020
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We really are just peasants again… bake bread… avoid plague… revolt… — leo… (@le0foo) August 28, 2020
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I keep telling myself that the pandemic "ruined the last year of my 20s" as if I didn't already have plans to spend it drinking open container in parks while regretting all of my choices, panicking about the future & avoiding the outside world — Kimberly ♀ Dinaro (@KimberDin) August 30, 2020
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Berlusconi tests positive for the coronavirus, spare a thought for the virus at this difficult time — •• (@agirlcalledlina) September 2, 2020
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Well, if this pandemic has taught us anything… We sure as shit won’t let it show. — Mitten d'Amour (@MittenDAmour) September 2, 2020
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As the US passes six million Covid cases, Mexico finally offers to pay for the wall. — Have I Got News For You (@haveigotnews) September 2, 2020
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"In case of an emergency, masks may fall from the compartments above, please feel free to exercise your 'freedom' not to wear them. Thank you for flying Air Covid." https://t.co/v0aAd21S5q — Dan Slott (@DanSlott) September 2, 2020
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Being extra dramatic while rubbing in the shop’s hand sanitiser, so everyone knows how thoroughly decent you are — VeryBritishProblems (@SoVeryBritish) September 2, 2020
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Silvio Berlusconi has tested positive for coronavirus. Thoughts and prayers for Italy's contact tracers. — Stanley Pignal (@spignal) September 2, 2020
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Best thing about wearing a mask whilst shopping. You can listen to music and lip sync all you want without looking like a crazy person. — Greg One Leg (@Greg_1_Leg) September 2, 2020
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I get a penny every time I see a straight couple with the woman wearing a mask and the man not wearing a mask and anyway I'm about to purchase the tech giant Apple. — Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) August 31, 2020
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Cats, vaccines and dangerous spelling all feature in today’s 10 funny coronavirus posts
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thepoke--2020-09-03--Best parenting advice we’ve read this week

It ’ s been a little while since American footballer turned motivational speaker ( and much else besides ) asked @ @ @ @ @ But his question – and more specifically , this response – just went viral on @ @ @ @ @ so good .
‘ Separate payments , ’ said memezzer who shared it on Reddit @ @ @ @ @ a dad “ interacting ” with a cartoon to amuse his toddler is pure joy

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It’s been a little while since American footballer turned motivational speaker (and much else besides) asked this question on Twitter.
But his question – and more specifically, this response – just went viral on Reddit because it’s so good.
‘Separate payments,’ said memezzer who shared it on Reddit.
‘That’s at least $25, man I woulda killed for that as a kid.’ CameronHiggins666 ‘The child was 34 yrs old.’ ImNudeyRudey
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This viral clip of a dad “interacting” with a cartoon to amuse his toddler is pure joy
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thepoke--2020-09-03--14 excruciating posts from the perfectly named Crap on LinkedIn Twitter account

With Boris Johnson having joined the social media site that is to the business world what My Space is to @ @ @ @ @ decided to take a deep dive into the worst of LinkedIn via the ‘ Crap @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s like a run through the mind of Alan Partridge .

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With Boris Johnson having joined the social media site that is to the business world what My Space is to your music career, we decided to take a deep dive into the worst of LinkedIn via the ‘Crap on LinkedIn’ account.
It’s like a run through the mind of Alan Partridge.
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Amy has some strange ponderings in her field #linkedin pic.twitter.com/VqGXPbHlip — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) July 21, 2020
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After a landslide of nominations, Josh from BAMF Media makes a triumphant return shooting proposals out of his arse #linkedin pic.twitter.com/dBO6g1oSCM — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) August 5, 2018
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Morning professionals. If you're struggling with the January Blues, take note. You can find inspiration anywhere. Literally. Anywhere. pic.twitter.com/s4nvMelrU0 — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) January 14, 2020
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Short people will save the world #LinkedIn pic.twitter.com/5KygILRFXC — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) December 3, 2019
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Also very, very irritating for the person who asked you a question #LinkedIn pic.twitter.com/1UK7MfZPpT — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) June 16, 2019
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2003: LinkedIn social network for professionals launches
2020: LinkedIn beauty tips! #linkedin #porefessionals (sorry) pic.twitter.com/Z3VBNQDRvW — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) September 1, 2020
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Sorry it’s a day late guys
MAN AGE MEN T #saturday_sales pic.twitter.com/WNua1Bxb6Q — Crap On LinkedIn (@CrapOnLinkedIn) June 14, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-03--“Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist” – 11 blistering takedowns of Matt Hancock’s response

People have been making comparisons after Matt Hancock seemed to excuse former Australian PM Tony Abbott ‘ s homophobia and @ @ @ @ @ his expertise in trade .
The controversial politician – the Australian one , that is @ @ @ @ @ to become joint president of the UK Board of Trade , but Sky ’ s @ @ @ @ @ the Health Secretary that the appointment might not be appropriate .
Here are a few @ @ @ @ @ say about the shambolic interview .
9 scathing responses to Matt Hancock ’ s claim @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus transmission in offices

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People have been making comparisons after Matt Hancock seemed to excuse former Australian PM Tony Abbott‘s homophobia and misogyny on the grounds of his expertise in trade.
The controversial politician – the Australian one, that is – is in the running to become joint president of the UK Board of Trade, but Sky’s Kay Burley put it to the Health Secretary that the appointment might not be appropriate.
“Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist” Health Sec @MattHancock: “He’s also an expert on trade”#KayBurley JM pic.twitter.com/92IFWVcDYH — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 3, 2020
Note the tacit agreement.
Kay Burley: “Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist” Health Secretary @MattHancock: “He’s also an expert on trade”. So the government admits Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist, it just doesn’t care. pic.twitter.com/rEPlNiSUxH — David Lammy (@DavidLammy) September 3, 2020
It's the "also" that makes it https://t.co/niyCSZIeue — Andy Bruce (@BruceReuters) September 3, 2020
Here are a few more things people had to say about the shambolic interview.
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Even for Matt Hancock, this is excruciating. He is a jabbering mess https://t.co/N17obatctG — Nooruddean (@BeardedGenius) September 3, 2020
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"Skeletor is a dangerous maniac hellbent on destruction and absolute power" Health Sec @matthancock: "He's also cool AF" https://t.co/AqEAGEJNmw — Sooz Kempner (@SoozUK) September 3, 2020
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“Fred West is a serial killer” Health Sec Matt Hancock:
“He’s also very good at patios” https://t.co/YTOoLCtpmW — James Felton (@JimMFelton) September 3, 2020
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Matt Hancock defending Tony Abbott “because he is an expert on trade” is fair enough if you consider that Harold Shipman “was a really good doctor” 😬 — dave ❄ 🥕 🧻 (@davemacladd) September 3, 2020
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The Kray Twins loved their old mum. https://t.co/HchiXWrUEz — Otto English (@Otto_English) September 3, 2020
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Hitler is a racist nationalist who’s demagogic leadership will m- Matt Hancock – But his coq au vin is divine. #KayBurley https://t.co/b2M2sD6wrh — Le Gateau Chocolat (@LeGateauChoc) September 3, 2020
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Very much of a fan of the way Matt Hancock pivots from ‘don’t worry about all the homophobia and misogyny’ to waffling about how he’s been too busy fucking up the Covid response to have anything to do with this and you should blame Liz and Boris.pic.twitter.com/AiX24bVfYH — 🏳🌈 Max 🏳🌈 (@SpillerOfTea) September 3, 2020
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"Jimmy Saville was a paedophile"
Health Sec @MattHancock : "He's also an expert children's TV presenter" https://t.co/CQ4PqoyRWa — Rob Oehlers (@MacLarenlad) September 3, 2020
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BREAKING: Johnson announces that if Biden wins in November, Trump will be joining his team as an equality and race relations advisor, joining Tony Abbott in his foreign top talent team. — Steve Jones 🇪🇺 (@antoniosteve) September 3, 2020
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I thought you guys had had enough of experts, Matty Boy. — Michael Moran (@TheMichaelMoran) September 3, 2020
Journalist Ian Dunt provided the real punchline.
The punchline to this whole section is that Tony Abbott isn't even an expert on trade. https://t.co/gOAvKh6ODS — Ian Dunt (@IanDunt) September 3, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-03--Our top 10 favourite funny and bizarre sentences that haven’t been written before (NSFW)

The subReddit r/BrandNewSentence allows people to share sentences they feel certain must be unique in the history of the written word , such as “ Arguing grammar and semantics with someone with a loaded butt.
” , which was shared by u/xhamsterinmybutthole , who is clearly obsessed with butts .
We ’ ve picked 10 favourites , but we highly recommend you go on a deep dive in the forum , because it ’ s a treasure trove .
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Endangered eels are getting high off cocaine that ’ s being flushed into the rivers of Britain .
2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ truth of the Calico ’ s reliability… 3 .
A priest doing an online auction of a lasagna while swinging on a hammock 4 .
What is a sauce but slime with a purpose ?
5 .
Imagine peeing like a well done Chinese teapot 6 .
Scientists politely remind monster world that ethical screams are ready to go whenever 9 .
An alligator with a crab hat , Or a crab warrior using an albino crocodile as his trusty steed BONUS : A rural Japanese town under siege by monkeys is defended @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who call themselves the “ Monkey Busters ” .
30 “ it ’ s sad when ” sentences that ’ ll delight your brain by stuffing it with insane imagery

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The subReddit r/BrandNewSentence allows people to share sentences they feel certain must be unique in the history of the written word, such as “Arguing grammar and semantics with someone with a loaded butt.”, which was shared by u/xhamsterinmybutthole, who is clearly obsessed with butts.
We’ve picked 10 favourites, but we highly recommend you go on a deep dive in the forum, because it’s a treasure trove.
1. Endangered eels are getting high off cocaine that’s being flushed into the rivers of Britain.
Via
2. Gun Jesus did thus proveth the truth of the Calico’s reliability…
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3. A priest doing an online auction of a lasagna while swinging on a hammock
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4. What is a sauce but slime with a purpose?
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5. Imagine peeing like a well done Chinese teapot
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6. Scientists politely remind monster world that ethical screams are ready to go whenever
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7. My restrained laughter was causing a lung vacuum.
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8. I made a catapult to launch marshmallows. Thanks, Leonardo Da Vinci!”
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9. An alligator with a crab hat, Or a crab warrior using an albino crocodile as his trusty steed
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10. Cotton Candy Piss-Mop Spaghetti
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BONUS: A rural Japanese town under siege by monkeys is defended by three elderly women armed with airguns who call themselves the “Monkey Busters”.
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thepoke--2020-09-03--These patriotic Facebookers’ comments about refuse collections are an absolute bin fire

Twitter user Gareth Dimelow spotted this load of rubbish on Facebook .
Never has the phrase “ absolute bin fire @ @ @ @ @ He shared a few more insights into the page ’ s focus .
The bin @ @ @ @ @ , because it has been retweeted almost five thousand times since Tuesday .
Tweeters considered @ @ @ @ @ .
It seems bin nostalgia had even swayed people in the Brexit vote .
At @ @ @ @ @ straight , though .
Right ?
We ’ ll leave the last word to Gareth @ @ @ @ @ had a meltdown when their poll didn ’ t go to plan

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Twitter user Gareth Dimelow spotted this load of rubbish on Facebook.
Convinced that Facebook will be the downfall of our species. pic.twitter.com/jRbGAI1HFx — Gareth Dimelow (@gdimelow) September 1, 2020
Never has the phrase “absolute bin fire” been more appropriate.
He shared a few more insights into the page’s focus.
Having investigated further, I’m concerned this supposedly patriotic page is secretly testing members for early stages of dementia. pic.twitter.com/PQJjsZ6nk5 — Gareth Dimelow (@gdimelow) September 1, 2020
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The bin post clearly struck a chord, because it has been retweeted almost five thousand times since Tuesday.
Tweeters considered the reality of the issue.
Ahh, proper bin-men, securely employed by the council on a fair wage with a decent pension to look forward to. — barney farmer (@barneyfarmer) September 1, 2020
And proper rusting bins with holes for the rats to get in and chew your rubbish. None of this plastic wheelie bin rubbish. — RF5 * (@RedFocus5) September 2, 2020
This makes me so angry. Wanting binmen to do their backs in for their pathetic revisionist history. Expect they want to get rid of the welfare state too so when the binmen can't work because of it their family are out on the streets. Just like the good old days!! — Sunshine on Leith (@SaintSo14) September 2, 2020
The bizarre nostalgia baffled people.
What's with conservative nutters and being anti-H&S? "Back in my day we suffered grievous bodily harm from our backbreaking labour and we liked it!!" — The Sauce Locator (@SourceLocator) September 2, 2020
It seems bin nostalgia had even swayed people in the Brexit vote.
A colleague told me his whole family voted for Brexit because “the EU forced his dad to have a plastic wheelie bin rather than his beloved steel bin”. He’s an IT Professional. — ⁉ (@_tillyflip_) September 2, 2020
At least they have their priorities straight, though. Right?
what are the Brits mad at today? oh the invention of wheels — garry (@repeattofade) September 2, 2020
We’ll leave the last word to Gareth.
Ironically, all the posts that aren't Enid and Harold trying to remember shit, are all bad news stories about neglected kids, murders, and other disasters. Makes me wonder what it is that makes them so proud of being British. I'd be fucking depressed. — Gareth Dimelow (@gdimelow) September 2, 2020
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A pro-Brexit Facebook group had a meltdown when their poll didn’t go to plan
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thepoke--2020-09-03--21 hilarious takedowns of Donald Trump’s bizarre soup rant

We already brought you some bemused reactions to Donald Trump ’ s insistence that protesters are using “ bags of @ @ @ @ @ but since that post was published , there ’ ve been so many more funny @ @ @ @ @ t resist bringing you an update .
Rex Chapman brought the clip to a wider @ @ @ @ @ .
Twitter stepped up – and these were the funniest soup jokes we spotted .

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We already brought you some bemused reactions to Donald Trump’s insistence that protesters are using “bags of soup” as weapons, but since that post was published, there’ve been so many more funny reactions that we couldn’t resist bringing you an update.
Rex Chapman brought the clip to a wider audience with an impossible challenge.
Watch this without laughing. It’s not possible. He’s the President of the Untied States of America… pic.twitter.com/UofWPJLiju — Rex Chapman🏇🏼 (@RexChapman) September 1, 2020
Twitter stepped up – and these were the funniest soup jokes we spotted.
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"We came with bullet proof vests, helmets, visors, knee and elbow pads, shields, rubber bullet guns, flash bangs, and tear gas. We had the trucks and the helicopters. We had the training. We had the numbers. And them? Well, they came with bags of soup. We didn't stand a chance." — Walter Shaub (@waltshaub) September 2, 2020
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"Say hello to my little tin of Heinz Cream Of Chicken Soup!" pic.twitter.com/1Jx1JpS5xv — Parody Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson_MP) September 2, 2020
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“THEY HAVE THESE CANS… AND THEY SQUEEZE THEM AND SPINACH COMES OUT! AND THE SPINACH MAKES THEM STRONG! LIKE BATTLESHIPS! AND THEN THEY… THEY PUNCH! PEOPLE GO FLYING! I HEARD IT FROM A GUY. BIG. IN THE MILITARY. NAVY. TEARS IN HIS EYES. NAME WAS BLUTO.” https://t.co/6pqGLMBkT3 — Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) September 1, 2020
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Ban soup, not guns. — Stephen King (@StephenKing) September 2, 2020
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Go to sleep, everything normal, wake up and the world’s biggest arms manufacturer is Heinz soup https://t.co/FMJG9Vv8yv — James Felton (@JimMFelton) September 2, 2020
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Here’s that plane full of anarchists, looters and rioters on their way to attack the police with their soup! pic.twitter.com/imUK5M9qPr — bettemidler (@BetteMidler) September 2, 2020
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ow, she’s a soup… houuuuse. — Monica Lewinsky (@MonicaLewinsky) September 2, 2020
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Administration insiders are buying up Cup-O-Noodles stock right now. https://t.co/Wwlf0rF59j — Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) September 1, 2020
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I have taken,
The bag of soup,
That you were probably saving,
For dinner. Forgive me,
I had to throw it,
At a cop. I chose soup,
Instead of a brick,
So that if I get caught,
I can say,
This is just soup for my family. — Myke Cole (@MykeCole) September 1, 2020
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Cans of soup have been used as weapons for many years. During WWII, Hitler would tell his troops to throw them over the bunker on the count of three, or in German "Heinz, zwei, drei…" — The Original Twitflup! (@TheRealFlups) September 2, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-03--Boris Johnson’s LinkedIn work history missed off his sackings – 9 fired up reactions

In a bid to help businesses keep up to date , apparently , the Prime Minister has joined LinkedIn , @ @ @ @ @ of the Curriculum Vitae , he ’ s neglected to list those jobs from which @ @ @ @ @ is how he shared the development .
And here ’ s what his work history @ @ @ @ @ very much as you ’ d expect , with some noticing his omissions .
There @ @ @ @ @ Rants was even more succinct about Johnson ’ s career .
Boris Johnson ’ s @ @ @ @ @ rather than have to resign

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In a bid to help businesses keep up to date, apparently, the Prime Minister has joined LinkedIn, and in the best tradition of the Curriculum Vitae, he’s neglected to list those jobs from which he was sacked.
This is how he shared the development.
Throughout the pandemic, so many businesses have done amazing work to support their staff and their community. And we’re going to do right by them too. Follow my LinkedIn page for updates on the latest guidance and support for businesses.
https://t.co/TBqGHzS6v6 pic.twitter.com/seV1Ke8QRA — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) September 1, 2020
And here’s what his work history looks like.
Twitter responded very much as you’d expect, with some noticing his omissions.
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Boris Johnson has left jobs he got sacked from off his new LinkedIn profile
I wonder why? — THE BLACK SALTIRE#FBSI (@80_mcswan) September 1, 2020
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Would also appear that @BorisJohnson LinkedIn profile has clumsily‘omitted’ the period when he ‘worked’, for @thetimes newspaper… before he was sacked for ‘fabricating’ stories… I’m sure this is merely an ‘oversight’ … pic.twitter.com/9AWh8dSR5M — David (@DavidLaPew) September 1, 2020
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Why the doctored work history on LinkedIn, Boris? — Greg #3.5% (@UKRegulator) September 1, 2020
There were other reactions…
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Must be fake. It says being PM is ‘full time’. pic.twitter.com/QOuom0t0cz — Andy Sawers (@mr_numbers) September 1, 2020
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Pro tip: if you join or suddenly start updating your LinkedIn just before bonus or salary review time it sends a nice signal to your boss/HR that you’re looking around. https://t.co/wKp6rmnC3g — Sharon O'Dea (@sharonodea) September 1, 2020
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A No. 10 spokeman just said Johnson is joining LinkedIn to engage with business as the economy recovers :)))) No wonder UK businesses are on their knees. Praying that Boris finds another job, I imagine. — Mandoline 🌿 (@Mandoline_Blue) September 1, 2020
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Thought it was a website for people interested in working. https://t.co/q4sWsutWJC — Nick Worrall (@heathensquirrel) September 1, 2020
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Boris has joined LinkedIn apparently. How long before he posts that picture of a bloke with a rock on his back holding on to the woman dangling off a cliff ? — London Money (@LondonMoneyFS) September 1, 2020
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If it’s as good as the rest of your advice I think I’ll swerve it thanks my silver spooned friend. You’ll probably change tack in a week anyway — Rob West (@RobWest83977579) September 1, 2020
The Political Rants was even more succinct about Johnson’s career.
Boris’s entire career in a nutshell 👇 pic.twitter.com/TYGFh8GIpw — The Political Rants (@vinod_d007) September 1, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-03--Simply 9 funny things people said about this picture of Boris Johnson and his Cabinet

Boris Johnson has been pictured socially distancing ( at least , we presume they ’ re social distancing ) with @ @ @ @ @ think it ’ s a photo crying out for a caption , then you ’ @ @ @ @ @ are our 9 favourites ( from you and elsewhere ) .
And that was before @ @ @ @ @ the state of Johnson ’ s trousers .
Kay Burley ’ s takedown of Henry @ @ @ @ @ Matt Hancock interview was simply blistering

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Boris Johnson has been pictured socially distancing (at least, we presume they’re social distancing) with his Cabinet and if you think it’s a photo crying out for a caption, then you’d be right.
Here are our 9 favourites (from you and elsewhere).
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quick, someone grab a couple of bowling balls pic.twitter.com/xjG90xkevF — Hannah Jane Parkinson (@ladyhaja) September 3, 2020
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No Notions 11 https://t.co/hqzfO2YAMo — Sanjeev Bhaskar (@TVSanjeev) September 3, 2020
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Gormley unveils latest work pic.twitter.com/402qaP5mmH — Otto English (@Otto_English) September 3, 2020
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Man, The Polyphonic Spree have sold out big time. pic.twitter.com/reo2LxwaiR — Robert Popper (@robertpopper) September 3, 2020
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Reservoir Toffs — Matthew Preston (@mattlegend8) September 3, 2020
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This monty python reboot isn’t looking good. pic.twitter.com/Wbi55QaZjz — Mark Townsend (@Markmossley) September 3, 2020
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Starship Enterprise’s transporter problem exposed when it sought to beam up intelligent life — Craig Thomas (@craigthomas1) September 3, 2020
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Sleep
Wave your hands
Hitch a ride
Sneeze
Go for a walk
Lets see you swim
And ski
Spray
Macho man!
Sound your horn
Ring the bell
Okayyyy
Kiss
Comb your hair
Wavewave your hands
Superman! — E-to-G (@DwyKev) September 3, 2020
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Worst Riverdance line-up ever. pic.twitter.com/BDOQ88DtiC — Rod Pondering McKie (@rodmckie) September 3, 2020
And that was before any of them got to the state of Johnson’s trousers.
To conclude …
I mean just look at the state of them. https://t.co/C730OnmXFm — Tim Walker (@ThatTimWalker) September 3, 2020
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Kay Burley’s takedown of Henry Bolton after he criticised her Matt Hancock interview was simply blistering


thepoke--2020-09-03--Kay Burley’s takedown of Henry Bolton after he criticised her Matt Hancock interview was simply blis

Kay Burley’s takedown of Henry Bolton after he criticised her Matt Hancock interview was simply blistering

There ’ s been no shortage of plaudits for Kay Burley today after she repeatedly pressed health secretary Matt Hancock @ @ @ @ @ Abbott ’ s qualifications to be the UK ’ s trade envoy .
Brilliantly done @ @ @ @ @ Henry Bolton wasn ’ t happy , he wasn ’ t happy at all .
@ @ @ @ @ who defended something Abbott said about women , here ’ s what Bolton had to @ @ @ @ @ about Burley and former UKIP leaders ?
We only mention after another former party leader @ @ @ @ @ to Twitter last year to question how she got her job .
“ Tony Abbott @ @ @ @ @ misogynist ” – 11 blistering takedowns of Matt Hancock ’ s response

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There’s been no shortage of plaudits for Kay Burley today after she repeatedly pressed health secretary Matt Hancock over former Australian PM Tony Abbott’s qualifications to be the UK’s trade envoy.
“Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist” Health Sec @MattHancock: “He’s also an expert on trade”#KayBurley JM pic.twitter.com/92IFWVcDYH — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 3, 2020
Brilliantly done. Except former UKIP leader Henry Bolton wasn’t happy, he wasn’t happy at all.
Replying to someone on Twitter who defended something Abbott said about women, here’s what Bolton had to say.
And Burley’s response was simply blistering.
I’m afraid I can’t take lectures from a failed politician who ‘abandoned’ his ‘still breastfeeding’ third wife for a woman half his age (a woman who also posted deeply racist messages which she later claimed had been taken out of context) and still expects to be taken seriously. https://t.co/hScchKeGYE — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 3, 2020
Oof.
Reporting the truth is not the equivalent of portraying people in a good light. If Abbott is a misogynist, homophobe and climate change denier, the public should be aware of that. Good job. — Romil Patel (@rom_j_patel) September 3, 2020
Exactly so, sir. — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 3, 2020
What is it about Burley and former UKIP leaders? We only mention after another former party leader, Gerard Batten, took to Twitter last year to question how she got her job.
Cue Burley …
I studied for an NCTJ qualification in law; public admin; English & shorthand.
I worked in local TV & radio
I presented TV-am breakfast show
I have worked @ Sky News for 31 years
I write for the national press Your own party banned YOU from standing again as leader of UKIP https://t.co/uSOFgQsyuH — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 30, 2019
Next!
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“Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist” – 11 blistering takedowns of Matt Hancock’s response
Source @KayBurley


thepoke--2020-09-03--People have been rewriting that unfortunate Dettol advert about office working – 5 favourites

You ’ ve probably seen by now that unfortunate Dettol advert about the ‘ joys ’ of returning to the @ @ @ @ @ s fair to say , hasn ’ t entirely rung true for a lot of @ @ @ @ @ been busy putting it right and here are our favourites This Dettol ad wildly overestimated @ @ @ @ @ the office – 7 perfect takedowns

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You’ve probably seen by now that unfortunate Dettol advert about the ‘joys’ of returning to the office which, it’s fair to say, hasn’t entirely rung true for a lot of people.
(via @helloalegria)
Now people have been busy putting it right and here are our favourites
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I thought that tube ad was spot on, personally. pic.twitter.com/ko0B2L8YTe — Sean Leahy (@thepunningman) September 3, 2020
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Saw this sign on my 7 second commute this morning pic.twitter.com/ppUwaftj1B — HappyToast ★ (@IamHappyToast) September 3, 2020
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Fixed that billboard for you… pic.twitter.com/Ow6Y4iXWzw — Tall Man with Glasses 🙌 😷 🚀 (@stuartwitts) September 3, 2020
In short …
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This Dettol ad wildly overestimated people’s love for the office – 7 perfect takedowns


thepoke--2020-09-03--A customer help account asked Irvine Welsh not to swear and it didn’t end well

A very funny play in three acts , after Irvine Welsh took to Twitter to complain about his utility supplier @ @ @ @ @ admire Sara from Shell Energy ’ s Twitter account for her response , shared by @ @ @ @ @ That , or she hadn ’ t heard of the Trainspotting author .
She has @ @ @ @ @ Irvine Welsh was brilliant ( and brilliantly NSFW ) on Twitter

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A very funny play in three acts, after Irvine Welsh took to Twitter to complain about his utility supplier.
And you have to admire Sara from Shell Energy’s Twitter account for her response, shared by @Oldfirmfacts1 on Twitter.
That, or she hadn’t heard of the Trainspotting author.
She has now.
“Those details got withheld, and no chap leaves here till we find out what chap did it” pic.twitter.com/QxYEHkNxq2 — Oldfirmfacts (@Oldfirmfacts1) January 20, 2020
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Simply 18 times Irvine Welsh was brilliant (and brilliantly NSFW) on Twitter
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thepoke--2020-09-03--This supercut of Donald Trump getting people’s names wrong is quite the watch

There ’ s insufficient space , alas , to go into everything that Donald Trump ’ s not very good @ @ @ @ @ the things he ’ s not very good at is getting people ’ s names @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t believe us – of course you believe us – have a look @ @ @ @ @ s a supercut of the so-called president getting people ’ s names wrong , put @ @ @ @ @ of @ nowthisnews , and it ’ s quite the watch .
And you can @ @ @ @ @ here .

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There’s insufficient space, alas, to go into everything that Donald Trump’s not very good at.
But one of the things he’s not very good at is getting people’s names right. And if you don’t believe us – of course you believe us – have a look at this.
It’s a supercut of the so-called president getting people’s names wrong, put together by the good people of @nowthisnews, and it’s quite the watch.
Close, but no cigar!
Tim Apple is still my favorite… — Nasty Mimi Melange (@MimiMelange) September 3, 2020
And you can follow @nowthisnews on Twitter here.
Source @nowthisnews


thepoke--2020-09-04--Mike Pence said Donald Trump’s ‘word is his bond’ – 7 favourite responses

Mike Pence has presumably got to know Donald Trump a little bit after serving as his vice president for the @ @ @ @ @ who better to give an insight into what the real Trump is like , right @ @ @ @ @ ’ s fair to say it ’ s a description that didn ’ t necessarily @ @ @ @ @ of people .
Here are our 7 favourite things people said in response .
Mike @ @ @ @ @ this perfect comeback was simply presidential

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Mike Pence has presumably got to know Donald Trump a little bit after serving as his vice president for the last four years, so who better to give an insight into what the real Trump is like, right?
VP Pence: "To know President Trump is to know someone who's word is his bond." pic.twitter.com/OCCAESnHS2 — The Recount (@therecount) September 3, 2020
Hmm. And it’s fair to say it’s a description that didn’t necessarily ring true with a lot of people. Here are our 7 favourite things people said in response.
This is a ridiculous statement. It would make more sense with a laugh track. https://t.co/oeeudGn8qe — Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) September 3, 2020
Just ask his third wife. https://t.co/LHBDsDeXJk — Bob Cesca (@bobcesca_go) September 3, 2020
It's the *very* deep breath before the hilariously obvious and insulting lie that makes this. https://t.co/Q2aeFUGk2a — Chris Hayes (@chrislhayes) September 3, 2020
Imagine if Pence really believed this. https://t.co/boKwSDcGiR — David Corn (@DavidCornDC) September 3, 2020
Pence says he doesn’t know President Trump. https://t.co/q9xw53rFRV — Windsor Mann (@WindsorMann) September 3, 2020
Imagine saying this with a straight face. https://t.co/TKsVsu8QD7 — Amanda Carpenter (@amandacarpenter) September 3, 2020
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Mike Pence trolled Joe Biden and this perfect comeback was simply presidential
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thepoke--2020-09-04--9 favourite things people said about this picture of Boris Johnson running on the spot

It ’ s been a while since Boris Johnson was pictured appearing to do a press-up for the Mail on @ @ @ @ @ all-action prime minister has been at it again , this time pictured on the front @ @ @ @ @ We ’ re not entirely sure of the context – something to do with a @ @ @ @ @ Street technology showcase – but then again probably neither is he .
Here are our @ @ @ @ @ about it Simply 9 funny things people said about this picture of Boris Johnson and @ @

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It’s been a while since Boris Johnson was pictured doing a sort of press-up for the Mail on Sunday, and now the all-action prime minister has been at it again, this time running on the spot on the front of the Daily Telegraph.
We’re not entirely sure of the context – something to do with a gaming app and a Downing Street technology showcase – but then again probably neither is he. Here are our 9 favourite things people said about it
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https://twitter.com/SpillerOfTea/status/1301814433891725316?s=20
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Tragic. The Telegraph doesn’t get how we don’t want to be reminded every day we have such a jerk as prime minister. pic.twitter.com/ho3rogiay2 — Tim Walker (@ThatTimWalker) September 3, 2020
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"I love the smell of burning public money in the morning.
It's just like the old days! Buller Buller Buller!" @ThePoke pic.twitter.com/szeyPFdwJu — HappyToast ★ (@IamHappyToast) September 4, 2020
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TFW when you hear another poor person has died of Covid. pic.twitter.com/h9wNSE5f1U — John Rain (@MrKenShabby) September 3, 2020
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Do you remember the good old days before the Ghost Town
We danced and sang and the music played inna de boomtown https://t.co/frqhnXS78X — trouteyes (@trouteyes) September 4, 2020
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🎶 You bring a lockdown in,
A lockdown out,
In, out, in, out create a lot of doubt,
You do a little u-turn and you turn around,
That’s what we’re all about!
Oh, same old story Tory,
Oh, same old story Tory,
Oh, same old story Tory,
We’re bent, they’re stretched, RA RA RA!🎶 — Blue6oy (@blue6oy) September 4, 2020
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“It’s just a jump to the far right” — Mike Holden (@MikeHolden42) September 4, 2020
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"…and welcome back to our coverage of the Kicking the Beggar final, live from the Upper-Class Twit of the Year Show" pic.twitter.com/1IuBnsHbar — Mockeree (@mockeree) September 4, 2020
To conclude …
This is the sort of larky photo opp that gets organised for a PM riding high in the polls, his party behind him and the country content and thriving. It shows how jaw-droppingly out of touch Downing Street is that they do it for this detested, hopeless jerk at this time. pic.twitter.com/Ct2fjW5YFa — Tim Walker (@ThatTimWalker) September 4, 2020
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Simply 9 funny things people said about this picture of Boris Johnson and his Cabinet
Image Daily Telegraph


thepoke--2020-09-04--Face mask of the week

Face mask of the week

We would very much like one of these , but we imagine it might be more trouble than it ’ @ @ @ @ @ s a face mask designed by Austin Wolf-Sothern – @ wolfsothern on Twitter – and @ @ @ @ @ look at it for yourself .
Every time we go out – well , nearly @ @ @ @ @ at least one person wearing a mask like this , He only did it as @ @ @ @ @ so popular you can now buy one for yourself ( or a loved one ) @ @ @ @ @ perfect message for people who refuse to wear a mask

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We would very much like one of these, but we imagine it might be more trouble than it’s worth.
It’s a face mask designed by Austin Wolf-Sothern – @wolfsothern on Twitter – and, well, have a look at it for yourself.
Every time we go out – well, nearly every time – we see at least one person wearing a mask like this.
He only did it as a joke but it proved so popular you can now buy one for yourself (or a loved one).
https://t.co/czyQPMizSP
Ok, the Idiot NoseMask is now on sale. Threadless donates a portion of profits to MedShare, and I will be donating a portion of my personal profits to Disability Rights Fund and other charities. Varied skin tones in the works. — Austin Wolf-Sothern (@wolfsothern) September 2, 2020
We’re with this person.
I highkey want this. It’s tacky and stupid, but so am I. — Bruce at Denny’s (@Burnt_Britches) September 2, 2020
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This shop had the perfect message for people who refuse to wear a mask
Source Twitter @wolfsothern H/T Reddit u/kevinowdziej


thepoke--2020-09-04--Most honest (and entertaining) second hand car ad you’ll read this week

In the latest of an occasional series , ‘ car ad of the week ’ , comes this cracker shared @ @ @ @ @ said : ‘ Guy knows how to market ’ .
‘ Does it come with @ @ @ @ @ have to make your own ?
’ PushTheButton_FranK ‘ Mine ’ s a 95 I @ @ @ @ @ 500 .
It has survived three deerstrikes and has 300k on it .
AC blows @ @ @ @ @ is pretty nice .
Exterior looks like it was hit by a train .
‘ @ @ @ @ @ .
The vehicle looks like I ’ d brake check them for fun .
There @ @ @ @ @ a Hoopty Camry .
ZERO FUCKS GIVEN !
’ SwervingLemon

In the latest of an occasional series, ‘car ad of the week’, comes this cracker shared on Reddit by BigzJohnson27 who said: ‘Guy knows how to market’.
It’s brilliantly honest and basically just brilliant.
‘Does it come with Camry dents or do you have to make your own?’ PushTheButton_FranK
‘Mine’s a 95 I bought off a friend for 500. It has survived three deerstrikes and has 300k on it. AC blows cold, 28mpg, interior is pretty nice. Exterior looks like it was hit by a train.
‘People do NOT tailgate me. The vehicle looks like I’d brake check them for fun.
There is enormous freedom in driving a Hoopty Camry. ZERO FUCKS GIVEN!’ SwervingLemon


thepoke--2020-09-04--Facepalm of the week

Facepalm of the week

Facepalm of the week goes to this person who took issue with ‘ sexuality/gender type flags ’ as shared by @ @ @ @ @ And just a few of the things people were saying about it .
‘ “ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s something you should know about me .
I don ’ t really know @ @ @ @ @ I ’ ll just come out and say it .
I ’ M WELSH !
@ @ @ @ @ thought I was a lesbian .
But , maybe I ’ m just Welsh .
@ @ @ @ @ sure ?
’ wizardboxxx ‘ It ’ s Adam and Eve not Adam and Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.
@ @ @ @ @ Sexuality flag , who cares .
A dragon on a flag is badass.
’ OnlyScott @ @ @ @ @ not this week , another one )

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Facepalm of the week goes to this person who took issue with ‘sexuality/gender type flags’ as shared by charrlliee_ over on Reddit.
And just a few of the things people were saying about it.
‘“Mom, dad, there’s something you should know about me. I don’t really know got to put it so I’ll just come out and say it. I’M WELSH!”’ OriginalGhostCookie ‘I thought I was a lesbian. But, maybe I’m just Welsh. How do I know for sure?’ wizardboxxx ‘It’s Adam and Eve not Adam and Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.’ dementian174 ‘Country or Sexuality flag, who cares. A dragon on a flag is badass.’ OnlyScott
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Facepalm of the week (not this week, another one)
Source Reddit u/charrlliee_


thepoke--2020-09-04--Simply 17 cringeworthy Tinder pick-up lines that got exactly the treatment they deserved

It ’ s not easy going on Tinder , and we say that as someone who has never been on @ @ @ @ @ their best but it ’ s fair to say their best wasn ’ t good @ @ @ @ @ lines that got entirely the response they deserved .

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It’s not easy going on Tinder, and we say that as someone who has never been on Tinder.
These people did their best but it’s fair to say their best wasn’t good enough, 17 cringeworthy pick-up lines that got entirely the response they deserved.
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(via Tinder Nightmares)
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(via Tinder Nightmares)
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(via Reddit)
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(via Tinder Nightmares)
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(via Tinder Nightmares)
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(via Reddit)
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(via Tinder Nightmares)
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(via Tinder Nightmares)


thepoke--2020-09-04--Priti Patel just took aim at ‘activist lawyers’ helping asylum seekers – only 4 responses you need

Here ’ s Home Secretary Priti Patel taking to Twitter to reassure everyone that the government is doing all it @ @ @ @ @ arrive here in small boats and had ‘ no right ’ to be in the @ @ @ @ @ all those days on the beach with his friend and a mobile phone appears to @ @ @ @ @ while you might take issue with basically everything about it , it was the ‘ @ @ @ @ @ really caught people ’ s attention .
Here are the only 4 responses you need @ @ @ @ @ Navy AND FRANCE to keep the Channel free of migrants – 9 great comebacks

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Here’s Home Secretary Priti Patel taking to Twitter to reassure everyone that the government is doing all it can to deport migrants who arrive here in small boats and have ‘no right’ to be in the UK.
Today we removed people who came here via small boat. They had previously claimed asylum elsewhere and had no legal right to be in the UK. Removals continue to be frustrated by activist lawyers, but I will not let up until this route is unviable https://t.co/oc1sOTTOae — Priti Patel (@pritipatel) September 3, 2020
Nigel Farage spending all those days on the beach with his friend and a mobile phone appears to be paying off.
And while you might take issue with basically everything about it, it was the ‘activist lawyer’ bit that really caught people’s attention.
Here are the only 4 responses you need.
"Activist lawyers" again? Really? Doing your job is now activism, it seems. We are wondering what an "activist Home Secretary" does. #ChangeTheRecord https://t.co/adIanOz3A8 — The Bar Council (@thebarcouncil) September 3, 2020
Translation “Lawyers doing their job have stopped us illegally deporting people.” I stand in absolute admiration of each and every one of those lawyers because they protect the rule of law which is vital in a democratic society 👏 👏 👏 #activistlawyersassemble https://t.co/Q8X280dOSe — Dr Claire Mitchell KC (@madisonmitchel1) September 3, 2020
This is a deeply disturbing narrative from the Home Secretary. Activist Lawyers as she refers to them are professionals working within the confines of the law. What has our country become, I am sickened. https://t.co/L6k3NAzoon — Paula Barker MP (@PaulaBarkerMP) September 3, 2020
https://twitter.com/SpillerOfTea/status/1301805909283348480?s=20
To conclude …
Idea of 'activist lawyers' quickly becoming normalised, so it bears repeating that what they mean by that are lawyers who stop the government breaking the law. — Ian Dunt (@IanDunt) September 4, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-04--This Sky News journalist had the perfect response after Dan Wootton trolled her for working from hom

This Sky News journalist had the perfect response after Dan Wootton trolled her for working from home

Dan Wootton – stick with us – used his latest Sun column to have a go at people who are @ @ @ @ @ of the pandemic .
Specifically , he took aim at Sky News political editor Beth @ @ @ @ @ read most of it so you don ’ t have to ) .
He said @ @ @ @ @ do her job properly ‘ surrounded by Jo Malone candles while stroking the cat on @ @ @ @ @ Rigby had the perfect response .
Kay Burley ’ s takedown of Henry Bolton after @ @ @ @ @ interview was simply blistering

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Sun journalist and Talk Radio bloke Dan Wootton used his latest Sun column to have a go at people who are still working from home because of the pandemic.
Specifically, he took aim at Sky News political editor Beth Rigby (we’ve read most of it so you don’t have to).
‘It was the moment I saw Sky News’ political editor Beth Rigby broadcasting live from a living room on Tuesday, the day Parliament resumed, when I finally lost it. “Get back to bloody work, Beth,” I screamed internally.’
He said Rigby couldn’t possibly do her job properly ‘surrounded by Jo Malone candles while stroking the cat on a Zoom call.’
And Rigby had the perfect response.
Boom.
This manages to be both the most sanctimonious and badly-written column I’ve read in some time. Quite an achievement. And it failed to even check the basic fact that the hugely hard-working Beth Rigby was working from home as she was quarantined. pic.twitter.com/IIUwESLCbb — Peter Walker (@peterwalker99) September 4, 2020
Come on Beth Rigby! Get back to the workplace and catch and spread Covid-19 like @danwootton did! pic.twitter.com/ysDYDVHafC — The Sun Apologies (@SunApology) September 4, 2020
The article also features some notable sexist-journalese – “surrounded by Jo Malone candles while stroking the cat on a Zoom call”. Apparently, if it’s terrible to work from home, it’s even more of an offence doing so *as a well-paid woman*. — Peter Walker (@peterwalker99) September 4, 2020
The audacity of a working mum who has the temerity to want to care about her children and her job. Shame on you @BethRigby https://t.co/KdBJ85MVZN — Kay Burley (@KayBurley) September 4, 2020
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Kay Burley’s takedown of Henry Bolton after he criticised her Matt Hancock interview was simply blistering
Source @BethRigby Image screengrab H/T @peterwalker99


thepoke--2020-09-04--People enjoyed this bakery’s guide for influencers who want free cake

‘ My favourite bakery has had enough 😂 , ’ said gk1400 who shared this over on Reddit .
‘ @ @ @ @ @ where I ’ ll buy the cake ?
Like with legal tender ?
I shouldn @ @ @ @ @ hard , but I am.
’ SquidDruid An ‘ influencer ’ bride tried to pay @ @ @ @ @ ’ and their reply was glorious

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‘My favourite bakery has had enough 😂,’ said gk1400 who shared this over on Reddit.
‘Can I have a path where I’ll buy the cake? Like with legal tender? I shouldn’t be laughing so hard, but I am.’ SquidDruid
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An ‘influencer’ bride tried to pay the photographer with ‘exposure’ and their reply was glorious
Source Reddit u/gk1400


thepoke--2020-09-04--The plot twist in this guy’s anti-face mask rant is breathtaking stuff

Just when you think this post about Covid-19 is going to go one way , it takes off in a @ @ @ @ @ different direction .
‘ The US in a nutshell , ’ said QueenlyWit who shared @ @ @ @ @ just a few of the things people were saying about it .
‘ They had @ @ @ @ @ ’ YourMom-MrsWu ‘ I think some people ’ s brains are just flipped over to @ @ @ @ @ thus rendering them incapable of processing new information no matter how obvious or abundant.
’ @ @ @ @ @ challenge and or change their views would destroy their world or pop their bubble if @ @ @ @ @ this point it ’ s easier to keep living the lie than it is to @ @ @ @ @ This shop had the perfect message for people who refuse to wear a mask

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Just when you think this post about Covid-19 is going to go one way, it takes off in a different direction. A very different direction.
‘The US in a nutshell,’ said QueenlyWit who shared it on Reddit.
And just a few of the things people were saying about it.
‘They had us in the first half.’ YourMom-MrsWu ‘I think some people’s brains are just flipped over to “Read Only” mode thus rendering them incapable of processing new information no matter how obvious or abundant.’ Wearing is Caring3 ‘To challenge and or change their views would destroy their world or pop their bubble if you will. So at this point it’s easier to keep living the lie than it is to face the truth.’ PhysicalGraffiti75
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This shop had the perfect message for people who refuse to wear a mask
Source Reddit u/QueenlyWit


thepoke--2020-09-04--This shop had the perfect message for people who refuse to wear a mask

Most people , it seems , are putting on face masks when they are out and about in shops , @ @ @ @ @ and the government – requires it .
But a small but very vocal minority continue @ @ @ @ @ basic precaution in these extraordinary times and this sandwich shop had a message for them @ @ @ @ @ of the things people said about it after it went viral on Reddit .
‘ @ @ @ @ @ most level-headed sign I ’ ve seen lately on the issue : you have your @ @ @ @ @ we.
’ jorsiem ‘ The people that need to read this won ’ t have @ @ @ @ @ so .
( But I hope they do and I hope it gets through to @ @ @ @ @ Here are a few others that caught our attention , including this .
Oh , @ @ @ @ @ of the most brilliantly savage takedowns of ‘ anti-maskers ’

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Most people, it seems, are putting on face masks when they are out and about in shops, just as common sense – and the government – requires it.
But a small but very vocal minority continue to refuse to take this basic precaution in these extraordinary times and this sandwich shop had a message for them.
‘This paper sign at our local sandwich shop,’ said BC3613 who shared it on Reddit.
Here are just two of the things people said about it after it went viral on Reddit.
‘That is the best, most level-headed sign I’ve seen lately on the issue: you have your rights, and so do we.’ jorsiem ‘The people that need to read this won’t have the attention span to do so. (But I hope they do and I hope it gets through to them).’ marcus-aurelius
Here are a few others that caught our attention, including this.
And this.
Oh, and this.
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Simply 10 of the most brilliantly savage takedowns of ‘anti-maskers’
Source Reddit u/BC3613


thepoke--2020-09-04--Our 25 favourite funny tweets of the week

Need five minutes in a covid-free joke zone ?
This is your lucky day – 25 of the funniest tweets @ @ @ @ @ , and not a mention of that c word .

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Need five minutes in a covid-free joke zone? This is your lucky day – 25 of the funniest tweets the week has brought us, and not a mention of that c word.
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Five minutes. Just five minutes alone in a room with the inventor of the modern bicycle pump. — Hugh Laurie (@hughlaurie) September 2, 2020
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Sorry to do this, but here’s another miserable post. pic.twitter.com/jimU1TJgMx — Tony – Pod Guy – Groves (@Trickstersworld) August 29, 2020
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we put a man on the moon and yet we don’t have a smoke detector that will shut off when i yell “i am just cooking u fucking idiot” — tatum (@50FirstTates) August 31, 2020
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The abbreviations for teaspoon and tablespoon are too similar and NOBODY’S TALKING ABOUT IT!!!! — Josh Gondelman (@joshgondelman) August 30, 2020
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Who decided to call it Frozen 2 instead of My So-Cold Life? — The Volatile Mermaid (@OhNoSheTwitnt) August 30, 2020
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JK Rowling talking about the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter. No-one’s milked a small wizard as much since Debbie Magee. — Reverend&TheMakers 💙 (@Reverend_Makers) August 29, 2020
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September is spider month.
It’s when they all run about trying to fuck each other.
Your home is basically Ibiza for spiders — joe heenan (@joeheenan) September 1, 2020
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Just got rejected from a writing job because I have too much experience. I’m so glad all that work I did ‘for the experience’ has paid off and I now have too much experience to do work. — Tiernan Douieb (@TiernanDouieb) September 1, 2020
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At the end of Ratatouille, the food critic, Anton Ego, ends up funding a small bistro for Remy to cook in. The avg lifespan for a rat (ie THE HEAD CHEF) is 1.8 years. This is an absolute shit investment. — Das Skoogeth (@Skoog) September 1, 2020
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I’ve just had the fright of my life. I’m sitting having a sandwich on a bench outside Boots and I suppose I was daydreaming a bit, but I was counting my legs and I thought I had 3. 😱 It took me a few seconds to realise the guy next to me had the same trousers and shoes as me. — rab livingstone (@rablivingstone) September 2, 2020
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This is what happens when you name a creature while you’re in a really echoey room. pic.twitter.com/z94G91qXje — T’Other Simon (@TOther_Simon) August 29, 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-04--Mike Pence said Donald Trump’s ‘word is his bond’ and these takedowns were presidential


thepoke--2020-09-05--People love this very important instruction on this pet shampoo bottle

It is vital that anyone who uses this pet shampoo follows this instruction on the side of the bottle ( as anyone who has tried to shampoo their pet will surly confirm … ) ‘ Remember to eliminate all escape routes well in advance ( a tip : once your pet is slippery wet he or she is suddenly smarter and faster than you are ) .
’ The ‘ in advance ’ bit being particularly important .
‘ True .
I once forgot to close the bathroom doors while I was washing my dog , and as I went @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still soapy ) jumped out of the tub and started to run all around the house .
Fun times.
’ Teodoraanita ‘ Same results when my 13 year old self tried to wash our Lab/Husky to surprise mom .
I also left the bathroom door open .
She was surprised all right .
That dog made a biggest mess possible .
When my mom got home I wasn ’ t sure if she was laughing or yelling at me.
’ DogMechanic The look on the second dog ’ s face is sheer perfection

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It is vital that anyone who uses this pet shampoo follows this instruction on the side of the bottle (as anyone who has tried to shampoo their pet will surly confirm …)
‘Remember to eliminate all escape routes well in advance (a tip: once your pet is slippery wet he or she is suddenly smarter and faster than you are).’
The ‘in advance’ bit being particularly important.
‘True. I once forgot to close the bathroom doors while I was washing my dog, and as I went to put her shampoo away she (still soapy) jumped out of the tub and started to run all around the house. Fun times.’ Teodoraanita ‘Same results when my 13 year old self tried to wash our Lab/Husky to surprise mom. I also left the bathroom door open. She was surprised all right. That dog made a biggest mess possible. When my mom got home I wasn’t sure if she was laughing or yelling at me.’ DogMechanic
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The look on the second dog’s face is sheer perfection
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‘Confused positivity’

‘ Confused positivity , ’ says Doopiepooopie who shared this screengrab on Reddit .
And it turned out they weren @ @ @ @ @ Ha I did the same thing.
’ axlotl_tank ‘ Took me a few seconds as @ @ @ @ @ Same , I was thinking some sort of pet immigration issue since they ’ re @ @ @ @ @ ’ -pale-blue-dot- Most honest ( and entertaining ) second hand car ad you ’ ll @ @ @

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‘Confused positivity,’ says Doopiepooopie who shared this exchange over on Reddit.
And it turned out they weren’t alone.
‘Ha I did the same thing.’ axlotl_tank ‘Took me a few seconds as well!’ Comm-THOR ‘Same, I was thinking some sort of pet immigration issue since they’re strict on animals coming in.’ -pale-blue-dot-
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This American was totally confused by the concept of buying something from the UK
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thepoke--2020-09-05--Comeback of the day

Comeback of the day

Comeback of the day goes to … ‘ It – it ’ s almost as if services become easier with @ @ @ @ @ said poplitte2 who shared it on Reddit .
‘ And that baby boomers laughing that @ @ @ @ @ a rotary phone is – pathetic ?
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Comeback of the day goes to …
‘It – it’s almost as if services become easier with a modernized world?’ said poplitte2 who shared it on Reddit. ‘And that baby boomers laughing that millennials can’t use a rotary phone is – pathetic?’
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Simply 23 funny and ferocious comebacks
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thepoke--2020-09-05--These 13 hilariously disappointed TripAdvisor reviews are definitely worth a visit

A TripAdvisor review of Ben Nevis went viral on Twitter because it was so furiously – and hilariously – disappointed @ @ @ @ @ in the British Isles has to offer .
And it ’ s one of a @ @ @ @ @ people of Bored Panda – you can read the rest of them here – and @ @ @ @ @ , beginning with … you know what .

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An old TripAdvisor review of Ben Nevis just went viral because it was so furiously – and hilariously – disappointed at what the highest summit in the British Isles has to offer.
It’s one of a number highlighted by the good people of Bored Panda and here are our 13 favourites, beginning with … you know what.
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Simply 27 very funny movie reviews from Amazon
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thepoke--2020-09-06--The UK’s chief negotiator warns the EU his team “won’t blink” – the only 5 reactions you need

Considering there ’ s an oven-ready deal just sitting in Boris Johnson ‘ s fridge – not on the shelf @ @ @ @ @ – there seems to be growing panic about achieving a deal before the UK ’ @ @ @ @ @ However , there was reassurance of a kind in the Mail on Sunday , courtesy @ @ @ @ @ chief negotiator , David Frost – not that one .
“ Warns ” seems to @ @ @ @ @ in that headline .
Here ’ s what Twitter thought of it .
Liz Truss @ @ @ @ @ UK will be ready for Brexit – 9 unsurprised takedowns

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Considering there’s an oven-ready deal just sitting in Boris Johnson‘s fridge – not on the shelf he sleeps on, obviously – there seems to be growing panic about achieving a deal before the UK’s negotiating period ends.
However, there was reassurance of a kind in the Mail on Sunday, courtesy of the UK’s chief negotiator, David Frost – not that one.
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“Warns” seems to be doing some heavy lifting in that headline.
Here’s what Twitter thought of it.
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TOMORROW: BLINK TO AVOID A NO DEAL BREXIT DURING A PANDEMIC, YOU SOCIOPATHIC, EGOCENTRIC CUNTS!#TomorrowsPapersToday #MailFrontPages pic.twitter.com/OePvlnQTt9 — The DM Reporter (@DMReporter) September 5, 2020
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David Frost saying that no.10 “will not blink” in negotiations with the EU because the UK has now got everything it needs from Brexit: 29 lorry parks — dave ❄ 🥕 🧻 (@davemacladd) September 6, 2020
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Remember guys: having a government willing to put complete and utter ruination of the country on the table in negotiations is to our advantage. https://t.co/SqDmf0P6ey — Bentos 🎗 (@SilentBentos) September 5, 2020
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"….and my Dad is bigger than yours, nah, nah."
Brexit is not only stupid, but very childish it seems. BBC News – Brexit: Negotiator David Frost says UK not scared of walking away https://t.co/dERsBAogHW — Steve Emm (@StevieEmmm) September 6, 2020
In conclusion.
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Liz Truss doesn’t think the UK will be ready for Brexit – 9 unsurprised takedowns
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thepoke--2020-09-06--Michael Spicer’s latest Room Next Door is absolutely souper

The Room Next Door sketches are the best possible explanation for some of the truly ridiculous things that come out @ @ @ @ @ in the public eye – mostly politicians .
Sadly , they ’ re just the @ @ @ @ @ of Michael Spicer .
His latest episode looks at the weird soup rant of Donald @ @ @ @ @ s a twist – a very meta twist .
One viewing isn ’ t enough @ @ @ @ @ it – trust us on that .
We won ’ t spoil it for you @ @ @ @ @ through the responses for revelations of things you may have missed .
How good is @ @ @ @ @ good … The legend that is Neil Gaiman sensed something familiar .
While this prediction @ @ @ @ @ true .
Michael Spicer was devastating in the Room Next Door to Priti Patel ’ @ @ @ @ @

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The Room Next Door sketches are the best possible explanation for some of the truly ridiculous things that come out of the mouths of people in the public eye – mostly politicians.
Sadly, they’re just the product of the brilliant mind of Michael Spicer.
His latest episode looks at the weird soup rant of Donald Trump, but there’s a twist – a very meta twist.
the room next door – President Trump and the OTHER Room Next Door pic.twitter.com/Ao2z5G48Sy — Michael Spicer (@MrMichaelSpicer) September 5, 2020
One viewing isn’t enough to get everything out of it – trust us on that. We won’t spoil it for you, but you can read through the responses for revelations of things you may have missed.
How good is it? Well, this good …
There can be no debate. @MrMichaelSpicer has surpassed himself. https://t.co/wbjWZk3IC3 — Muriel Gray (@ArtyBagger) September 5, 2020
Just when you think @MrMichaelSpicer can't possibly get any funnier… 🤣🤣🤣 https://t.co/RzWCKh9my7 — Ellie Lock (@ellielockx) September 5, 2020
Ok this is the most brilliant one yet. Just perfect. — Chaz Hutton (@chazhutton) September 5, 2020
The legend that is Neil Gaiman sensed something familiar.
In which it all goes a bit CORALINE… https://t.co/l6KDDR8Chu — Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) September 5, 2020
While this prediction from Dr Beth Singler feels true.
In 10 years time you will need to read a 1,000 page Spicerworld guide (6th edition) to understand all of the lore and world building 🙂 Bravo! https://t.co/fsDmwQupvL — Dr Beth Singler 🤖 -Levelling up my hiding skills- (@BVLSingler) September 5, 2020
Absolutely souper.
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Michael Spicer was devastating in the Room Next Door to Priti Patel’s mauling by Yvette Cooper
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thepoke--2020-09-06--Being a robber in 2020 is complicated

Being a robber in 2020 is complicated

The powers that be keep talking about a “ new normal ” , which we presume means masks , social @ @ @ @ @ spit on the cake just because it ’ s their birthday .
Other aspects of @ @ @ @ @ too – such as crime .
Canadian actor and writer , Ryan George , has @ @ @ @ @ go during a pandemic – well , this pandemic .
Across various platforms , the @ @ @ @ @ over a million times , with people posting comments like these : Finally , over @ @ @ @ @ this observation on the strange times in which we live .
We truly are through @ @ @ @

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The powers that be keep talking about a “new normal”, which we presume means masks, social distancing and not letting people spit on the cake just because it’s their birthday.
Other aspects of life will be affected, too – such as crime.
Canadian actor and writer, Ryan George, has imagined how a mugging might go during a pandemic – well, this pandemic.
Across various platforms, the sketch has been viewed well over a million times, with people posting comments like these:
Hope Ryan was standing 6 feet from himself while filming this.
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Mugger: “Give me your wallet!” Starts coughing uncontrollably Mugger: “Get away from me!”
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I love how he pulls out that fake purple Monopoly money with Uncle Pennybags on it, because 2020 can’t even have real cash. pic.twitter.com/GHCJ9wgfDK — Sebastian (@Sebbyblogs) August 27, 2020
A YouTube user named EmberTheatre had this handy crime-prevention tip.
“Remember, if you’re getting robbed, just say no. The robber cannot legally take your items without your consent.”
Finally, over on TikTok, vodkakitty had this observation on the strange times in which we live.
We truly are through the looking glass.
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Billy Joel’s Piano Man – rewritten to reflect 2020
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thepoke--2020-09-06--Priti Patel called Extinction Rebellion’s newspaper an attack on democracy – 9 pressing responses

On Saturday , climate change activists , Extinction Rebellion , staged a protest that prevented the Rupert Murdoch-owned newspapers , @ @ @ @ @ , from making it to the shops for their early distribution .
Home Secretary Priti @ @ @ @ @ .
That sound was people ’ s irony meters exploding and the clapbacks were swift @ @ @ @ @ how many other tweeters reacted .
While Andrew Neil may have agreed with her assessment @ @ @ @ @ point .
Priti Patel just took aim at ‘ activist lawyers ’ helping asylum seekers @ @ @ @ @ need

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On Saturday, climate change activists, Extinction Rebellion, staged a protest that prevented the Rupert Murdoch-owned newspapers, The Times and The Sun, from making it to the shops for their early distribution.
Home Secretary Priti Patel had this to say.
This morning people across the country will be prevented from reading their newspaper because of the actions of Extinction Rebellion. This attack on our free press, society and democracy is completely unacceptable. https://t.co/3DfasjD6sS — Priti Patel (@pritipatel) September 5, 2020
That sound was people’s irony meters exploding and the clapbacks were swift and brutal.
Extinction Rebellion responded.
The majority of our press is owned by 5 billionaires – that is far from free @pritipatel The government is an #EtonMess that is out of touch with the people. And your idea of society is to divide and rule. Well we still have higher hopes. #FreeTheTruth #ExtinctionRebellion https://t.co/jX975d5Cr8 — Extinction Rebellion UK 🌍 (@XRebellionUK) September 5, 2020
This is how many other tweeters reacted.
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NOT A THREAT TO DEMOCRACY
Ignoring Russian interference
Taking millions from Russian donors
Proroguing Parliament
Stuffing House of Lords with cronies
Giving pals billions for PPE
Hiding from press in fridges
Lying about everything THREAT TO DEMOCRACY
Some papers were delayed https://t.co/q6xgvV9L46 — David Schneider (@davidschneider) September 5, 2020
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Protesting in a way that slightly delays one edition of a newspaper that’s fully available online is not a threat to democracy. Jesus, and they call us the snowflakes. https://t.co/0ORuENu6SZ — James Felton (@JimMFelton) September 5, 2020
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Priti Patel is right – stopping a few cretins getting their daily dose of xenophobia is a real threat to democracy. Much more than, say, proroguing Parliament or allowing Russian interference in our elections. https://t.co/yIaCtB2voE — Parody Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson_MP) September 5, 2020
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Would that be the free press owned by offshore tax dodging oligarchs? https://t.co/QtBLkqHx5A — Mr Ethical (@nw_nicholas) September 5, 2020
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Priti Patel in another dogwhistle flight of bigoted fancy as a few hours delay in buying a newspaper becomes an "attack on our free press, society and democracy". Priti is either sulking because Cummings ignores her or she has eaten Nadine Dorries' brains. pic.twitter.com/qnkrdefmk2 — Paul (@PaulOnBooks) September 5, 2020
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Won't somebody please think of the Murdochs.. https://t.co/BUH0cvmFJh — Otto English (@Otto_English) September 5, 2020
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Thoughts and prayers with those folks having to go without their weekend edition of transphobia x https://t.co/fY3Kx5b9qD — Grace Petrie (@gracepetrie) September 5, 2020
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‘Whereas our party’s attacks on free press, democracy & society are totes cool.’ https://t.co/GwrWYj5N66 — Tiernan Douieb (@TiernanDouieb) September 5, 2020
While Andrew Neil may have agreed with her assessment, he had this additional point.
Too true. 5,000 print workers, often violent, could not stop the papers leaving Wapping in 1986. But a few trustifarians can stop papers going about their lawful business in 2020. Whoever the Home Secretary is today should be ashamed. It’s not you, is it? https://t.co/glehqjQKu7 — Andrew Neil (@afneil) September 5, 2020
Awkward.
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Priti Patel just took aim at ‘activist lawyers’ helping asylum seekers – only 4 responses you need
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