thepoke--2020-11-09--Laurence Fox tried to change his hat to ‘Trump 2024’ and failed miserably

It would have been easy to compile a list of British political commentators and outliers who wouldn ’ t be @ @ @ @ @ win a second term , and somewhere hear the top of the list would have @ @ @ @ @ for Laurence Fox , it doesn ’ t look as though he thought the whole @ @ @ @ @ of Trump 2024 hinges on a very important question .
Where ’ s Rudy Giuliani @ @ @ @ @ Laurence Fox is protesting Sainsbury ’ s telling racists to shop elsewhere by shopping elsewhere @ @ @ @

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It would have been easy to compile a list of British political commentators and outliers who wouldn’t be happy if Trump failed to win a second term, and somewhere hear the top of the list would have been this chap.
Unfortunately for Laurence Fox, it doesn’t look as though he thought the whole thing through.
you drew the 4 on backwards tho https://t.co/hiaifotAvs — dan hett (@danhett) November 8, 2020
Twitter showed no mercy.
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real fuckin brain trust over here pic.twitter.com/u4fW76uqMu — ǝıʇɐʞ (@supermathskid) November 8, 2020
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Yer da is not taking the divorce well. https://t.co/SyP7GvktGv — Mike Stuchbery 💀🍷 (@MikeStuchbery_) November 8, 2020
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"He wrote what on his hat? …. In felt tip! " https://t.co/eYJLvPJa8d pic.twitter.com/QP6KcXX7Yv — Christopher Farrelly (@ChrisFarrelly) November 8, 2020
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Whoo hoo!! Roll on 4XS0S!! https://t.co/SLGdIEeuLL — Four Seasons Total Landscaping (@SueKirk) November 8, 2020
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This is an amazing parody of a Trump supporter. Absolutely nailed the epic bellendry. Top work to this guy, whoever he is. https://t.co/qUjKUcPQAi — T'Other Simon (@TOther_Simon) November 8, 2020
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crossing out the "married to" in my "married to billie piper" tattoo and adding "divorced from" https://t.co/pltpvuZKwf — alex kealy (@alexkealy) November 8, 2020
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This photo just grabbed my arse in a bar and when I complained told me I was fat and ugly and not his type https://t.co/aDmq0E38TM — Tara 🇮🇪🇮🇸🏳🌈 (@TheBluestStar) November 7, 2020
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I have no idea how you manage to put one foot in front of the other. pic.twitter.com/lAXXbVqXyr — Chairman Lmao ☭ (@BenTheTim) November 8, 2020
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Is this what private education buys you? https://t.co/PS6Gvq0ub2 — Nick Walker (@nickw84) November 8, 2020
The idea of Trump 2024 hinges on a very important question.
Can an election campaign be run from prison? https://t.co/Nzzmg0csbY — You can call me Q (from a safe distance) (@QuintinForbes) November 8, 2020
Where’s Rudy Giuliani when you need him?
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Laurence Fox is protesting Sainsbury’s telling racists to shop elsewhere by shopping elsewhere – 7 favourite reactions
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thepoke--2020-11-09--Donald Trump Jr saw an anti-Trump conspiracy behind Pfizer’s Covid vaccine – only 5 responses you ne

Donald Trump Jr saw an anti-Trump conspiracy behind Pfizer’s Covid vaccine – only 5 responses you need

Without getting too much ahead of ourselves , lots of people were very much cheered up today by reports that @ @ @ @ @ vaccine that was 90 % effective .
Not everyone was happy about it , though @ @ @ @ @ Jr , who didn ’ t just see a vaccine .
He saw a big @ @ @ @ @ soon after Joe Biden ’ s election win .
Of course he did !
We @ @ @ @ @ too surprised .
@ GaryLineker certainly wasn ’ t .
And these are the only @ @ @ @ @ And if you want to know a little bit more about the timing … A @ @ @ @ @ that will offer 90 % protection – 13 favourite responses

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Without getting too much ahead of ourselves, lots of people were very much cheered up today by reports that Pfizer had developed a Covid-19 vaccine that was 90% effective.
Not everyone was happy about it, though. Specifically, Donald Trump Jr, who didn’t just see a vaccine. He saw a big old conspiracy theory, coming soon after Joe Biden’s election win. Of course he did!
https://twitter.com/DonaldJTrumpJr/status/1325791542490050561?s=20
We probably shouldn’t be too surprised. @GaryLineker certainly wasn’t.
Great news if true, but prepare for bonkers conspiracy theories. https://t.co/bPDjAjy0Qy — Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) November 9, 2020
And these are the only 5 responses you need.
As your Bible-reading supporters could tell you, plagues often abate when a sinning nation mends its ways https://t.co/1pcxTBoysW — David Frum (@davidfrum) November 9, 2020
Not everything is about your loser dad. I know that must be hard for you to grasp, but there it is. https://t.co/eJUSJIf5a9 — Jonathan Pie (@JonathanPieNews) November 9, 2020
We have no evidence they delayed the announcement. But because there's a 110% certainty that Trump would have taken credit for personally inventing a vaccine, I couldn't blame them if they did. Because no one should let Trump steal credit for what scientists he shits on do. https://t.co/4RtXRj06uA — Amanda Marcotte (@AmandaMarcotte) November 9, 2020
https://twitter.com/aravosis/status/1325798383714529282?s=20
When your world view is so toxic that news of a Covid-19 vaccine annoys you. https://t.co/COFy0amG6c — Mark Jacob (@MarkJacob16) November 9, 2020
And if you want to know a little bit more about the timing …
The timing, explained, via Bloomberg: "Pfizer raced to verify the data, which were still blinded to almost everyone at the company.. Early on Sunday afternoon, an independent data monitoring committee.. met in a closed video session to review the results for the first time." https://t.co/fGmUslk0vf — Michael McAuliff (@mmcauliff) November 9, 2020
To conclude.
A potential breakthrough from a German biotech didn’t come fast enough to help Junior’s daddy. This is my sad face. https://t.co/8xav3rgk9F pic.twitter.com/vTI3hdY7eM — The Hoarse Whisperer (@TheRealHoarse) November 9, 2020
And this.
Cry harder. Then fuck off. https://t.co/rw6If9r06a — Jeff Timmer (@jefftimmer) November 9, 2020
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A Covid-19 vaccine is being developed that will offer 90% protection – 13 favourite responses


thepoke--2020-11-09--A Covid-19 vaccine is being developed that will offer 90% protection – 13 favourite responses

It ’ s being reported today that a ‘ milestone ’ vaccine has been developed that will help prevent more @ @ @ @ @ getting Covid-19 .
The developers – Pfizer and BioNTech – described it as a “ @ @ @ @ @ humanity , ” according to the BBC .
Here are our favourite 13 things people @ @ @ @

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It’s being reported today that a ‘milestone’ vaccine has been developed that will help prevent more than 90% of people getting Covid-19.
The developers – Pfizer and BioNTech – described it as a “great day for science and humanity,” according to the BBC.
UPDATE: We are proud to announce, along with @BioNTech_Group, that our mRNA-based #vaccine candidate has, at an interim analysis, demonstrated initial evidence of efficacy against #COVID19 in participants without prior evidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection. — Pfizer Inc. (@pfizer) November 9, 2020
Here are our favourite 13 things people said about it.
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Trump lost. Vaccines are on their way. Hope is harder for human brains than despair, but we deserve it. — Matt Haig (@matthaig1) November 9, 2020
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Boris Johnson will probably order £8bn worth of Tizer the stupid fuck — Nooruddean (@BeardedGenius) November 9, 2020
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Do people honestly think I'm going to let myself be injected with some mysterious genetically-engineered concoction designed in secret by Bill Gates and other Illuminati? Fuck yeah. *unrolls sleeve*. — David Baddiel (@Baddiel) November 9, 2020
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That sound you can hear is the government preparing to give £300bn to roll out the vaccine to a company that makes hats run by someone who doesn't even know what a vaccine is but is married to a Tory MP. — David Schneider (@davidschneider) November 9, 2020
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If anyone is in need of a secure place below -80 Celsius to store the vaccine, I can honestly recommend my parents' spare room — Andrew Hunter Murray (@andrewhunterm) November 9, 2020
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Fuck is going on. Did we just slip into the good news reality by mistake. https://t.co/l10X6uu5Bw — Ian Dunt (@IanDunt) November 9, 2020
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Sorry to kill the mood, but it's important to bear in mind at this stage that this vaccine was developed by nerds, and if you take it that means you think nerds are cool and you love nerds and you want to be a nerd — Tom Freeman (@SnoozeInBrief) November 9, 2020
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Time for those Anti-Vaxxers to really stand their ground. — Jamie East (@jamieeast) November 9, 2020
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As we absorb the vaccine news, let’s all be thankful that the press conference at Four Seasons Total Landscaping crew won’t be the ones responsible for ensuring it is distributed efficiently and equitably. — Matthew Miller (@matthewamiller) November 9, 2020
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We've got about 12 months before Boris Johnson says Labour are "playing politics" by asking why 500,000 vaccine doses were actually Covid-19 laced with black tar heroin — James Felton (@JimMFelton) November 9, 2020
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Give the vaccine distribution job to whoever did that U2 album. — David Whitehouse (@d_whitehouse) November 9, 2020
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lots of questions about the vaccine obviously but the most important one is this: after I get it do I get a sticker — joe (@mutablejoe) November 9, 2020
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Trump gets voted out. Covid vaccine looking good. If 2020 continues this way it should start raining chocolate dildos in December. — TechnicallyRon (@TechnicallyRon) November 9, 2020
To conclude …
Joe Biden. Day One. 10am: Sets up new Covid Task Force.
11am: 90% effective vaccine announced.
12 noon: Global Stock Market surge.
1pm: Lunch. — trevor beattie (@trevorbmbagency) November 9, 2020
And this.
Trump out.
A vaccine for Covid-19 looking highly likely.
I hope whoever has that lamp uses their last wish just as wisely as their first two. — Amanda (@Pandamoanimum) November 9, 2020
Image Pixabay
Source Twitter @pfizer


thepoke--2020-11-09--British people aren’t enthusiastic about trying this romantic gesture – 12 perfect responses

Over on Twitter – honestly , where else – a user shared a “ romantic ” image with the presumably @ @ @ @ @ s stopping you from doing this ?
” .
As it turns out , there @ @ @ @ @ preventing people from reliving their own version of the photo in question .
If there @ @ @ @ @ good at , it ’ s complaining about public transport and belittling public displays of @ @ @ @ @ mind , here are some of the best replies : 22 of the most hilariously @ @ @ @ @ this photo of the Trump clan

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Over on Twitter – honestly, where else – a user shared a “romantic” image with the presumably rhetorical question “What’s stopping you from doing this?”.
As it turns out, there are quite a few things preventing people from reliving their own version of the photo in question.
What's stopping you from doing this? pic.twitter.com/LObgCxrn1p — Dr. Ajayita (@DoctorAjayita) November 9, 2020
If there are two things Brits are good at, it’s complaining about public transport and belittling public displays of romance.
With that in mind, here are some of the best replies:
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My ticket is an off-peak Super Saver only valid for travel via Darlington or Runcorn. https://t.co/BO1j4jJUKc — Richard Osman (@richardosman) November 9, 2020
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A detailed understanding of railway structure gauges: https://t.co/SAE1hFr7SK — Robert Wright (@RKWinvisibleman) November 9, 2020
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Transport for Wales' unreliable service and the questionable soldering work on its aged fleet. https://t.co/wxRe4naNun — Esyllt Sears (@EsylltMair) November 9, 2020
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The gradual phase-out of slam-door carriages due to a programme of rolling stock replacement during the 1980s and 90s. https://t.co/Na2UHIGaR2 — juux (@juux) November 9, 2020
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Nothing. This is where I usually sit as carriages are normally fucking rammed https://t.co/nUzBtESQUN — Sian Harries (@sianharries_) November 9, 2020
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Garrowhill Train Station has a wee guy patrolling it and he’s on your case if you even open a packet of crisps too loud so absolutely no chance is he allowing this x https://t.co/hihJP2yfnb — sunshinekid (@sunshinekid10) November 9, 2020
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The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 https://t.co/wgJePk2CK9 — Fernum Schnavitz (@longusmaximus) November 9, 2020
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My fear of turquoise. https://t.co/JyVInIedXr — Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) November 9, 2020
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Failure of lineside equipment at Didcot Parkway https://t.co/o7beUMFUz6 — Stuart Maconie (@StuartMaconie) November 9, 2020
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Not wanting to become yet another Network Rail statistic https://t.co/eSdVBLjOPU — Odd Man Out (@Badgermanbadger) November 9, 2020
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What?? Are you KIDDING?! NO WAY am I doing that!! NO CHANCE! It’s far FAR too dangerous. No WAY am I touching that hand rail during Covid. https://t.co/xwX0zWwkUn — John Bradley (@johnbradleywest) November 9, 2020
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thepoke--2020-11-10--This BBC report about Donald Trump’s ‘Four Seasons Total Landscaping’ fiasco went viral because it’s

This BBC report about Donald Trump’s ‘Four Seasons Total Landscaping’ fiasco went viral because it’s so enjoyable

You will no doubt know by now how Donald Trump ’ s campaign team accidentally booked a press conference at @ @ @ @ @ Philadelphia instead of the Four Seasons Hotel they intended .
But even if you know @ @ @ @ @ News report about the saga is still a total treat and went viral because it @ @ @ @ @ .
And in the unlikely event you don ’ t know the story already , @ @ @ @ @ here are just some of the many , many things people were saying about it @ @ @ @ @ BBC ’ s Ros Atkins on Twitter here .
Jim Corr didn ’ t get @ @ @ @ @ joke and it made it even better Source @ BBCRosAtkins

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You will no doubt know by now how Donald Trump’s campaign team accidentally booked a press conference at Four Seasons Total Landscaping in Philadelphia instead of the Four Seasons Hotel they intended.
But even if you know every detail, this BBC News report about the saga is still a total treat and went viral because it’s so well done. And in the unlikely event you don’t know the story already, we envy you …
The story of Four Seasons Total Landscaping – with thanks @jeremyrroebuck and colleagues at @PhillyInquirer, plus @washingtonpost. And@_RichardHall who was there. pic.twitter.com/h7QaSx3dv4 — Ros Atkins (@BBCRosAtkins) November 9, 2020
And here are just some of the many, many things people were saying about it.
This Four Seasons Total Landscaping recap is so good. Never stop laughing… https://t.co/NQgjaqmnhy — Rex Chapman🏇🏼 (@RexChapman) November 9, 2020
It’s just one one of the greatest stories ever this isn’t it. This would have been everyone’s favourite episode of Veep https://t.co/4CZ9wJDhg9 — Greg James (@gregjames) November 10, 2020
The funniest story of the century. Will never be topped. https://t.co/N3LQ213BO9 — John Rain (@MrKenShabby) November 9, 2020
it's really great with a british accent https://t.co/obNJyAi69D — 💀 damned sinker 💀 (@dansinker) November 9, 2020
This will never not be funny https://t.co/JjoOznGoo8 — Athena Kugblenu (@athenakugblenu) November 10, 2020
A strong nominee for a GRITTY™ https://t.co/aqweMuaNJE — Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) November 9, 2020
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Jim Corr didn’t get David Baddiel’s anti-vaxxer joke and it made it even better
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Facepalm of the week

Facepalm of the week

To Australia , where government minister Anne Ruston was asked about her experiences as a woman in parliament and whether @ @ @ @ @ questions were raised about the personal conduct of male MPs towards their female colleagues .
@ @ @ @ @ facepalm of the week .
That ’ s Australian prime minister Scott Morrison on the @ @ @ @ @ you didn ’ t know .
And here are a few of the things people @ @ @ @

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To Australia, where government minister Anne Ruston was asked about her experiences as a woman in parliament after questions were raised about the conduct of male MPs towards their female colleagues.
And what happened next wins facepalm of the week.
Senior minister Anne Ruston asked if culture for women in parliament has improved… @7NewsAustralia pic.twitter.com/LVIV2pgO0R — Olivia Leeming (@olivialeeming) November 10, 2020
That’s Australian prime minister Scott Morrison on the right, just in case you didn’t know.
And here are a few of the things people said about it.
So he talks over Anne Ruston proving that it hasn't improved and he doesn't get it. — Rhett Blanch (@rhettblanch) November 10, 2020
So he can’t even let her answer? Wtf? — Dave (@DavidFaux5) November 10, 2020
“Let me answer that for you, lil lady” – @ScottMorrisonMP — Michael Brennan (@Michael_B_tweet) November 10, 2020
Every woman ever talked over by a man in a meeting knows what this is — ellie (@lizziesbonnet) November 10, 2020
To conclude …
The question is specifically addressed to the minister. She gets out eight words before …. https://t.co/sVgq2jWj06 — Jenny Brockie (@JenBrockie) November 10, 2020
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thepoke--2020-11-10--This reworking of the latest coronavirus briefing as a TV sales segment is simply glorious

During the first lockdown , Darren Dutton provided some much-needed light relief by reimagining the coronavirus briefings with end credits @ @ @ @ @ in ‘ Lockdown 2 : the Cummings Aftermath ‘ and he ’ s come up @ @ @ @ @ ’ s briefing as a TV sales channel clip .
If the army work dries @ @ @ @ @ might have a bright future flogging knitting machines and watches to drunks at three in @ @ @ @ @ sales channels are available .
The new lockdown rules hilariously explained by Boris Johnson ( @ @

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During the first lockdown, Darren Dutton provided some much-needed light relief by reimagining the coronavirus briefings with end credits.
Like this …
Daily Briefing end credits: This one has been requested so many times that I caved in to the pressure… #oohbetty pic.twitter.com/Acv5oWMdp9 — Darren Dutton (@Darren_Dutton) June 19, 2020
And this …
Another day, another daily briefing end credits pic.twitter.com/hiaYRYhx77 — Darren Dutton (@Darren_Dutton) May 23, 2020
Now we’re in ‘Lockdown 2: the Cummings Aftermath‘ and he’s come up with another belter – Monday’s briefing as a TV sales channel clip.
Watch and feel awe.
LATERAL FLOW TESTS – SAVE £££ – CALL NOW! pic.twitter.com/dsWomiXvPd — Darren Dutton (@Darren_Dutton) November 9, 2020
If the army work dries up, Brigadier Joe Fossey might have a bright future flogging knitting machines and watches to drunks at three in the morning.
Twitter appreciated Darren’s talent.
Genius! Share before GCHQ delete it! https://t.co/ZVfyGYunLl — LancsLass COVID MARSHALL Submit to the VACCINE (@LancsLass9) November 9, 2020
Oh twitter is on form tonight … https://t.co/E1A7X7MGGY — Caroline Keep 🌟😊 (@Ka81) November 9, 2020
Aquarius the WaterBear had a question.
Other TV sales channels are available.
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The new lockdown rules hilariously explained by Boris Johnson (parody)
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Jim Corr didn’t get David Baddiel’s anti-vaxxer joke and it made it even better

Lots of people were naturally very excited after Pfizer announced it was developing a Covid-19 vaccine that is 90 % @ @ @ @ @ be cautiously optimistic and – given the state of 2020 so far – that was @ @ @ @ @ of people – smaller but very vocal – were having none of it , and @ @ @ @ @ that comedian David Baddiel was directing this tweet .
It caught the eye of prominent @ @ @ @ @ Carr but he didn ’ t quite get the right end of the stick .
@ @ @ @ @ being entirely unfair and Jim Corr ’ s had a change of heart .
You @ @ @

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Lots of people were naturally very excited after Pfizer announced it was developing a Covid-19 vaccine that is 90% effective.
Others preferred to be cautiously optimistic and – given the state of 2020 so far – that was entirely understandable.
Another group of people – smaller but very vocal – were having none of it, and it was to these people that comedian David Baddiel was directing this tweet.
Do people honestly think I'm going to let myself be injected with some mysterious genetically-engineered concoction designed in secret by Bill Gates and other Illuminati? Fuck yeah. *unrolls sleeve*. — David Baddiel (@Baddiel) November 9, 2020
It caught the eye of prominent anti-vaxxer Jim Corr – you remember, from the Corrs – who had this to say when he was labelled an anti-vaxxer last year.
Sunday Times has labeled me an ‘Anti-Vaxxer’. If pHARMa was accountable, liable, and vaccines were safe, there’d be no such thing as ‘Anti-Vaxxers’. Most ‘Anti-Vaxxers’ are ExPro Vaxxers with injured or dead children, or know someone with. I shall wear my label proudly. — Jim Corr (@Jimcorrsays) December 1, 2019
But he didn’t quite get the right end of Baddiel’s stick.
Not absolutely sure Jim's got this one. pic.twitter.com/6rO70mRRHA — David Baddiel (@Baddiel) November 9, 2020
Although maybe we’re being entirely unfair and Jim Corr’s had a change of heart. You never know.
Didn’t quite wait for the punchline did he? — Jimmy Dutch (@JimmytutDutch) November 9, 2020
Probably stoped reading after Illuminati, assumed you were agreeing with his world view and went for a celebratory peddle. — who me? (@stephennolan17) November 9, 2020
I think he got distracted whilst reading the last 4… oh look something shiny — MechaGenide (@Mechagenide) November 9, 2020
A number of people have suggested this should have been *rolls up sleeve*. I accept this, although I'm thinking I'm wearing a shirt that I'm unbuttoning at the cuff. Therefore there's an un element. — David Baddiel (@Baddiel) November 9, 2020
Source @Baddiel
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thepoke--2020-11-10--The Telegraph celebrated Kamala Harris’ historic win with a make-up critique – 7 deservedly scathing

The Telegraph celebrated Kamala Harris’ historic win with a make-up critique – 7 deservedly scathing responses

Across the world , people celebrated the smashing of one particular part of the glass ceiling , as Kamala Harris @ @ @ @ @ be elected to the position of vice-president of the USA .
Furthermore , she is @ @ @ @ @ to attain this honour , and the daughter of immigrants – an Indian mother and @ @ @ @ @ illustrating that elusive concept ‘ The American Dream ’ .
So , how do you @ @ @ @ @ Telegraph , marked the momentous occasion ?
People were unimpressed , to say the least @ @ @ @ @ issue with the terrible take .
Fox News tried to take down Kamala Harris and @ @ @ @ @ their face

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Across the world, people celebrated the smashing of one particular part of the glass ceiling, as Kamala Harris became the first woman to be elected to the position of vice-president of the USA.
Furthermore, she is the first woman of colour to attain this honour, and the daughter of immigrants – an Indian mother and a Jamaican father – perfectly illustrating that elusive concept ‘The American Dream’.
So, how do you think Conservative-supporting newspaper, The Telegraph, marked the momentous occasion?
via Gfycat
First woman of colour to make Vice President and the Telegraph gives the story to its beauty editor. Go figure. pic.twitter.com/c5K9uGfeAh — Women's Equality Party (@WEP_UK) November 8, 2020
Hang on, @KamalaHarris just been confirmed Vice President elect, first woman ever and this is what @Telegraph write up? Really?
👇 https://t.co/6q0DKgXVGU — Karl Turner MP (@KarlTurnerMP) November 8, 2020
People were unimpressed, to say the least.
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Cool now tell me about Churchill’s skincare routine pic.twitter.com/3clr0JCzNl — Hannah Rose Woods (@hannahrosewoods) November 8, 2020
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Lesson from the Telegraph: It really doesn’t matter what you achieve as a woman, we will put you back in your place by reducing you to your appearance … Insulting and pathetic to lead with full-blown misogyny. https://t.co/j4hPk1oLev — Prof Tanja Bueltmann (@cliodiaspora) November 8, 2020
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All the firsts, all the accolades, all her accomplishments, and … this is the headline that Telegraph decides to run with. pic.twitter.com/qDiy07JYGY — Dr. Pragya Agarwal (@DrPragyaAgarwal) November 8, 2020
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To summarise, if you are a professional woman, a bit of mascara will cement power. PhD’s, seat on parliamentary committees, sitting Bar exams, studying Medicine, passing Oxbridge entrance exams, non-executive directorships, executive directorships. Waste of time. Mascara. — Cecilia Is Smart (@ceciliaissmart) November 8, 2020
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A woman: *rises to the second highest political office in a country of 300m people, becoming the first woman, the first black woman, to do so* The Telegraph: “But her eyeliner tho.” https://t.co/y4UvBK6py2 — 🏳🌈 Max 🏳🌈 (@SpillerOfTea) November 8, 2020
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The telegraph sliding that new sheet of glass across the ceiling. https://t.co/VF0O2vDR9Z — Heather Stanley (@hstanley_) November 8, 2020
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She’s the first woman to be elected Vice President. The first person of colour to be elected VP. …Someone at the Telegraph: “Great! Let’s use this historic moment to talk about her makeup use, and how it was better than Hilary’s.” https://t.co/zqbdS0uhhU — Rachael Venables (@rachaelvenables) November 8, 2020
PuzzledPolitico noticed another major issue with the terrible take.
Bit confused The Vomit Telegraph is running a feature on Kamala Harris and her make-up. But they never ran a feature on Trump's make-up, and he wears a fuck of a lot more. — PuzzledPolitico (@Cat_n_Bagpipes) November 8, 2020
Exactly!
“For many men, especially in the public eye, wearing make-up makes them feel more confident and empowered. They don’t call it ‘war paint’ for nothing” pic.twitter.com/3LkzDsFNIq — Rachael Dixon (@rachaelkeldixon) November 8, 2020
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Fox News tried to take down Kamala Harris and it blew up right in their face
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thepoke--2020-11-10--A Fox News anchor was caught being hilariously honest about Trump and the election

A Fox News anchor went viral with this off-air moment when she was captured on microphone saying what we ’ @ @ @ @ @ US presidential election .
Sandra Smith expressed disbelief as a guest cast doubt on projections @ @ @ @ @ ( the ‘ Trace ’ she refers to is her Fox News colleague , Trace @ @ @ @ @ went viral after it was leaked online and , well , have a watch for @ @ @ @ @ not the first time Sandra Smith has stuck it to the Trump administration .
And @ @ @ @ @ things people were saying about it .

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A Fox News anchor went viral with this off-air moment when she was captured on microphone saying what we’re all thinking about the US presidential election.
Sandra Smith expressed disbelief as a guest cast doubt on projections of a Joe Biden victory (the ‘Trace’ she refers to is her Fox News colleague, Trace Gallagher).
The clip went viral after it was leaked online and, well, have a watch for yourself.
Fox News pundit refuses to admit Joe Biden won the election. The anchor reacts but doesn’t realize she’s live on air. pic.twitter.com/dCuh5anCku — Strictly Count All The Votes (@christoq) November 9, 2020
It’s not the first time Sandra Smith has stuck it to the Trump administration.
Fox News's Sandra Smith was not really having Kellyanne Conway's lies pic.twitter.com/f0rdgBLzjj — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) August 19, 2020
And just a few of the things people were saying about it.
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Even Fox News knows that what’s being spewed on Fox News is bullshit. https://t.co/n16ZKJrmF4 — Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) November 9, 2020
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She is all of us today. — Strictly Count All The Votes (@christoq) November 9, 2020
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See that look? People capable of critical thinking have had that look for the last four years. — Lana DaFree (@HomeDabrave) November 9, 2020
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pic.twitter.com/pJn9so59lo — Strictly Count All The Votes (@christoq) November 9, 2020
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Fox News is having their Dr Frankemstein moment. The monster they created is about to eat them. — LEBRONGOAT (@cb29150305) November 9, 2020
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Even Fox News can’t stomach Donald Trump’s electoral fraud allegations – 5 favourite responses
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Even Fox News can’t stomach Donald Trump’s electoral fraud allegations – 5 favourite responses

We ’ ve become accustomed over the last few days to see American networks cut away from Donald Trump when @ @ @ @ @ claims of electoral fraud .
But it ’ s not often – ever ?
– @ @ @ @ @ a moment like this , as Fox News abruptly cut away from White House press @ @ @ @ @ , who was also Trump ’ s campaign spokeswoman , repeated the so-called president ’ @ @ @ @ @ and repeated allegations of voter fraud for which there appears to be no evidence .
@ @ @ @ @ few of the things people were saying about it .
A Fox News anchor was @ @ @ @ @ about Trump and the election result Source Twitter @ therecount

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We’ve become accustomed over the last few days to see American networks cut away from Donald Trump when he starts making those unsubstantiated claims of electoral fraud.
But it’s not often – ever? – that we’ve seen a moment like this, as Fox News abruptly cut away from White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany.
McEnany, who was also Trump’s campaign spokeswoman, repeated the so-called president’s refusal to accept defeat and repeated allegations of voter fraud for which there appears to be no evidence.
Watch Fox News cut away from Press Sec. McEnany: pic.twitter.com/SwW9cq9bJI — The Recount (@therecount) November 9, 2020
And here are just a few of the things people were saying about it.
I just saw video of Fox News cutting off Kayleigh McEnany lying about the election, and they said they couldn't keep airing her baseless comments without evidence. I'M STUNNED.
Is it the end of days? — BrooklynDad_Defiant! (@mmpadellan) November 9, 2020
They finally did it. Fox News cuts off Kayleigh McEnany for lying.pic.twitter.com/eM0j0au0WL — Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) November 9, 2020
It's totally inappropriate for Kayleigh McEnany to be the Press Secretary to the President and the Trump campaign spokesperson. Her cries of vote fraud without any evidence are even worse. I'm glad Cavuto and Fox News cut her off.#TrumpConcedepic.twitter.com/lOpczT4rl8 — Grant Stern (@grantstern) November 9, 2020
You can actually lie too much for Fox News?https://t.co/WpZ7INPKvl — Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) November 9, 2020
Fox News just cut off Trump’s Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany for lying. We are officially living in a parallel universe and I am here for it!#TrumpConcede pic.twitter.com/AMUTdTxVbP — Dr. Jennifer Cassidy (@OxfordDiplomat) November 9, 2020
To conclude …
Even Fox News calls them out on their bs😂 pic.twitter.com/GB89PJTMD5 — Andre🖤BLM✊🏿NOTORIOUS RBG❤BIDEN 2020💙 (@JustAndre918) November 9, 2020
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A Fox News anchor was caught out being hilariously honest about Trump and the election result
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thepoke--2020-11-10--This touching farewell song for Trump is as funny as it is NSFW

Actor Christiaan Van Vuuren has lovingly penned a farewell to the outgoing President of the USA – sort of – @ @ @ @ @ the earworm .
It ’ s very NSFW , but very , very funny .
@ @ @ @ @ the appreciative reactions to Christiaan ’ s masterpiece .
Amigo Fresh replied with his short @ @ @ @ @ No , you are !
Trump ’ s last tweet before officially losing the election @ @ @ @ @ reality checks

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Actor Christiaan Van Vuuren has lovingly penned a farewell to the outgoing President of the USA – sort of – and it’s quite the earworm.
It’s very NSFW, but very, very funny.
Bye bye Donny. pic.twitter.com/h58uLsmoau — Christiaan Van Vuuren (@ChristiaanVanV) November 9, 2020
Here are a few of the appreciative reactions to Christiaan’s masterpiece.
This is very good thank you — Katie Mack (@AstroKatie) November 9, 2020
Election day in the U.S., I seriously was considering my options to move to Australia pending the outcome..Saturday afternoon my mind changed….then watching this video has made me want to change it again. Freaking HILARIOUS (and accurate)… — dadvader1976 (@dadvader1976) November 9, 2020
That is some top shelf Aussie shade right there. I bloody love my country at times. — Dwayne Wilkinson (@grumpyg33k) November 9, 2020
Folks, this is hilarious and so on point! Thank you Australia! The majority of America agree with your sentiments. \o/ Bye Bye Don!https://t.co/9Vjny7IXX9 — ✧ ✧ (@DemocratsCare) November 10, 2020
Bonus:
Amigo Fresh replied with his short but very sweet rap.
from Donald Trump GIFs via Gfycat
No, you are!
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Trump’s last tweet before officially losing the election was very on-brand – 11 reality checks
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thepoke--2020-11-10--‘The floor is lava’ – God Tier

‘The floor is lava’ – God Tier

Skier and snowboarder , Andri Ragettli , has produced the ultimate “ the floor is lava ” video – and @ @ @ @ @ tries to get it right .
Superhumans are real and they walk amongst us – @ @ @ @ @ .
Just in case it doesn ’ t go without saying – this is not @ @ @ @ @ Man makes a movie themed squirrel assault course in his back garden

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Skier and snowboarder, Andri Ragettli, has produced the ultimate “the floor is lava” video – and it only took him 148 tries to get it right.
And the Twitter version.
Superhumans are real and they walk amongst us – or they bounce amongst us.
Andri’s insane feat blew a few minds.
He just won. I had three surgeries just watching this! Great start to the day. https://t.co/XzAPlbMfJy — John Layfield (@JCLayfield) November 9, 2020
This morning I spilled coffee while reaching for a pastry https://t.co/1CrRsTcO1D — David Rider (@dmrider) November 9, 2020
The things we do to avoid stepping on LEGOs. 😄 https://t.co/YFibt9qIxN — Dad 2.0 (@dad2summit) November 9, 2020
Because there’s always a metaphor …
the sentences in my first drafts be like https://t.co/t8rwWbIp57 — G.D. (@GeeDee215) November 9, 2020
The Biden win expertly overcoming all of Trump's "Election Fraud" claims. https://t.co/rKJmWC9Xzm — Senta Moses Mikan (@SentaMosesMikan) November 9, 2020
Just in case it doesn’t go without saying – this is not your new lockdown challenge.
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Michael Spicer’s hilarious advert for Four Seasons Total Landscaping covers ALL of its services

Everybody ’ s favourite Secret Political Adviser , Michael Spicer , has produced the advert that Four Seasons Total Landscaping @ @ @ @ @ put out .
Yep .
That covers all their services .
We suspect Elliott Downing @ @ @ @ @ As a bonus , here ’ s Michael ’ s ( presumably ) last Room @ @ @ @ @ Trump .
Trump ’ s team booked Four Seasons Total Landscaping instead of the luxury @ @ @ @ @ dunks

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Everybody’s favourite Secret Political Adviser, Michael Spicer, has produced the advert that Four Seasons Total Landscaping must wish they’d put out.
four seasons total landscaping local ad pic.twitter.com/AVf1rMGRrL — Michael Spicer (@MrMichaelSpicer) November 9, 2020
Yep. That covers all their services.
Extra points to Mr Spicer for his excellent use of the All-American term "Shit-For-Brains" https://t.co/fvBUhL5Lzb — Curtis Stigers (@curtisstigers) November 9, 2020
Magnificent. I still can't believe it actually happened. A perfect end to sum up the 4 years. https://t.co/ti0Y423O5w — Andy McVeigh (@pantsdanny) November 9, 2020
We suspect Elliott Downing may have a point.
Four Seasons Total Landscaping is the gift that will never stop giving. https://t.co/u0vPgKLI1b — Elliott Downing (@elliott_downing) November 9, 2020
As a bonus, here’s Michael’s (presumably) last Room Next Door sting for Donald Trump.
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Trump’s team booked Four Seasons Total Landscaping instead of the luxury hotel – 26 concrete slam dunks
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Joe Biden announced his pandemic response team and everybody made the same joke

Now that Joe Biden is the President Elect , whatever Donald Trump or his lawyers may or may not insist @ @ @ @ @ back yard of a landscaping company , he has to begin the transition process to @ @ @ @ @ bit .
Part of that job is the crucial task of formulating a plan to @ @ @ @ @ pick the experts who will help him to do that .
In a surprise move @ @ @ @ @ have departed from the tried and tested presidential tradition of having Covid advisers who include @ @ @ @ @ a pillow company CEO who thinks God gave him a platform to share an untested @ @ @ @ @ jokes were very much all on that theme – but they still made us laugh @ @ @ @ @ wondering , Dr. Fauci hasn ’ t been snubbed – in fact , his position @ @ @ @ @ Trump had been re-elected .
CNN ’ s Van Jones reacting to Joe Biden ’ @ @ @ @ @ all the feelings

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Now that Joe Biden is the President Elect, whatever Donald Trump or his lawyers may or may not insist via Twitter or from the back yard of a landscaping company, he has to begin the transition process to dropping the ‘Elect’ bit.
Part of that job is the crucial task of formulating a plan to tackle the coronavirus, and pick the experts who will help him to do that.
The key members of Biden's pandemic advisory team: pic.twitter.com/2tJOxKdDgW — Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) November 9, 2020
In a surprise move, Mr. Biden seems to have departed from the tried and tested presidential tradition of having Covid advisers who include *checks notes* your son-in-law and a pillow company CEO who thinks God gave him a platform to share an untested plant-based coronavirus treatment.
The jokes were very much all on that theme – but they still made us laugh.
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Interesting: pandemic response run by experts rather than relatives. Certainty unique, but worth a try! https://t.co/g0j4AZ52dn — David Rothschild (@DavMicRot) November 9, 2020
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Wait, there's no Fox News personalities or toilet salespeople on Biden's list? https://t.co/ErVxLQScF2 — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 9, 2020
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Wow Biden's kids look nothing like him. https://t.co/4Ps653eDCg — TzviaBerrinReinstein (@TzviaBR) November 9, 2020
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Not even one guy who sells gold through the mail or something and is married to his ex step daughter. Alarming. https://t.co/DQSam6hKId — Mark Agee (@MarkAgee) November 9, 2020
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I don't understand… none of these seem to be radiologists that Biden likes watching on TV… https://t.co/QVlbw2a6BA — Matthew Gertz (@MattGertz) November 9, 2020
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Shameful, not one son-in-law or pillow salesman https://t.co/xbcGABznun — Zack Bornstein (@ZackBornstein) November 9, 2020
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how does joe biden have so many son-in-laws https://t.co/SbatDioRqj — Dana Schwartz (@DanaSchwartzzz) November 9, 2020
In case you were wondering, Dr. Fauci hasn’t been snubbed – in fact, his position is far safer than if Trump had been re-elected.
I see some folks asking why Dr. Fauci isn't on this task force. Fauci is a federal government employee….transitions involve outside advisors. https://t.co/kYZ7u0wKNk — Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) November 9, 2020
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CNN’s Van Jones reacting to Joe Biden’s win will give you all the feelings
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thepoke--2020-11-10--A Tory MP wants the UK to control its own fish – 8 star clapbacks

Conservative MP for Wokingham – and Eurosceptic – John Redwood , has been waxing lyrical on Brexit – as he @ @ @ @ @ and it ’ s put him squarely in the path of some Twitter mockery .
@ @ @ @ @ a draft of a letter he planned to send to Joe Biden , warning him @ @ @ @ @ Brexit – although he has , thankfully , yet to send it .
Not content @ @ @ @ @ posturing , on Monday , he took to Twitter to lay down the law on @ @ @ @ @ to Michel Barnier .
Hold on one second … ” controlling our own fish “ @ @ @ @ @ and these really stood out .
A Brexiter had a rant about British fish – @ @ @ @ @ in his plaice

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Conservative MP for Wokingham – and Eurosceptic – John Redwood, has been waxing lyrical on Brexit – as he is apt to do – and it’s put him squarely in the path of some Twitter mockery.
On Saturday, he published a draft of a letter he planned to send to Joe Biden, warning him not to get involved in Brexit – although he has, thankfully, yet to send it.
Not content with that bizarre bit of posturing, on Monday, he took to Twitter to lay down the law on what the government should say to Michel Barnier.
Hold on one second …”controlling our own fish“?
Twitter had thoughts, and these really stood out.
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Hear Hear! Can't wait to get back to the days when you shout at a haddock and it would have to stop swimming towards France. https://t.co/jZrdacsF1I — Parody Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson_MP) November 9, 2020
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I do worry for this man's mental state. Is there a medical term for being obsessed with fish and wanting to control them? https://t.co/tZOQlh7mRR — Jonathan Coe (@jonathancoe) November 9, 2020
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appreciate John Redwood explaining the point of Brexit: so that we get to finally *checks notes* control fish — dave ❄ 🥕 🧻 (@davemacladd) November 9, 2020
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I'm sick to death of unruly fish, they need a firm hand, never did me any harm https://t.co/t2mkThja1C — Delia (@mcgibbond) November 9, 2020
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‘Controlling our own fish’. John Redwood is Aquaman. https://t.co/iFB2N705xe — Paul Bernal (@PaulbernalUK) November 9, 2020
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The thought of John Redwood trying to 'control fish' leaves me with many, many questions. — Monsieur Prepuce 🕯🇬🇧🇮🇪🏴🇪🇺⚫ (@MPrepuce) November 9, 2020
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Here is the latest initiative to control our fish pic.twitter.com/egK603QGRN — Paul Templeman #3point5percent (@PaulTempleman6) November 9, 2020
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How can you tell which fish are British? https://t.co/tC6HTycKRc — George Foulkes (@GeorgeFoulkes) November 9, 2020
Alistair King had this depressing observation.
Curious, isn’t it, that when fish swim into our waters, people like John Redwood think that that makes them “our fish”, but when desperate asylum seekers arrive by boat into our waters, they’re somebody else’s problem and should be despatched as quickly and brutally as possible. — Alistair King (@Alistair_King) November 9, 2020
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A Brexiter had a rant about British fish – these 13 people put him in his plaice
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thepoke--2020-11-10--Madame Tussauds mocked Donald Trump’s election loss in the most perfect way possible

The London branch of waxwork museum Madame Tussauds wasted no time in reacting to the news that Donald Trump lost @ @ @ @ @ US president .
Taking to Twitter , the museum shared an image of Trump ’ @ @ @ @ @ new attire , more fitting attire .
The change in attire is especially fitting given @ @ @ @ @ a round of golf on one of his courses when news of Joe Biden ’ @ @ @ @ @ Throughout his presidency , Trump has been criticised for the amount of time spent on @ @ @ @ @ he himself routinely criticised former President Barack Obama for .
Some people noted that the @ @ @ @ @ little extra work : While others felt that the costume would need to be updated @ @ @ @ @ : Meanwhile , our friends over in Germany had their own , less nuanced response @ @ @ @ @ Donald Trump ’ s waxwork in a bin .
This Times cartoon depicting Joe Biden @ @ @ @ @ is brilliant

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The London branch of waxwork museum Madame Tussauds wasted no time in reacting to the news that Donald Trump lost his bid to be re-elected US president.
Taking to Twitter, the museum shared an image of Trump’s waxwork dressed in a new attire, more fitting attire.
His campaign may not have been a hole in one, but @realDonaldTrump is now on course to dedicate more of his time to his favourite sport as #MadameTussaudsLondon re-dresses his figure in golfing attire to reflect his potential 2021 wardrobe 📷 @PA pic.twitter.com/pGUs8jKOnW — Madame Tussauds London (@MadameTussauds) November 7, 2020
The change in attire is especially fitting given that Trump was seen playing a round of golf on one of his courses when news of Joe Biden’s victory was announced.
Throughout his presidency, Trump has been criticised for the amount of time spent on the golf course – something he himself routinely criticised former President Barack Obama for.
Some people noted that the waxwork could do with a little extra work:
Did you guys run out of wax? He needs about 80 more lbs of it — Christopher Hellfire (@xtopherhellfire) November 7, 2020
While others felt that the costume would need to be updated again in the near future:
Hmmm… think you might have gotten the colours wrong. pic.twitter.com/flxRx1inks — James (@Xorands) November 8, 2020
Meanwhile, our friends over in Germany had their own, less nuanced response, simply choosing to dump Donald Trump’s waxwork in a bin.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Madame Tussauds Berlin (@tussaudsberlin) on Oct 30, 2020 at 6:20am PDT
Never piss off a waxwork museum, I guess.
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This Times cartoon depicting Joe Biden arriving at the Oval Office is brilliant
Source @MadameTussauds


thepoke--2020-11-10--The Great British Bake Off 2020: dessert week – 16 of the funniest tweets

This week ’ s episode saw the five remaining bakers – Dave , Hermine , Laura , Marc and Peter @ @ @ @ @ In an effort to advance to the semi-final , attempts were made to produce miniature @ @ @ @ @ pudding , and a jelly-based showstopper .
Here are 16 of the funniest tweets from @ @ @ @ @ Great British Bake Off ’ s Noel Fielding as cakes ’ is deliciously well done

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This week’s episode saw the five remaining bakers – Dave, Hermine, Laura, Marc and Peter – tackle dessert week.
In an effort to advance to the semi-final, attempts were made to produce miniature cheesecakes, a questionable 17th-century pudding, and a jelly-based showstopper.
Here are 16 of the funniest tweets from the episode:
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https://twitter.com/scward1991/status/1326258595898548226
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If 2020 was a dessert it’d be a sussex pond pudding #GBBO — Ines (@inesjbn) November 10, 2020
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Paul and Prue: doesn't give timings Paul and Prue when everything is raw: #GBBO pic.twitter.com/sufcCDuBdM — Rebecca (@rebeccawalk114) November 10, 2020
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Does Sussex Pond-Pudding still write for the Telegraph? — Andrew Male (@Andr6wMale) November 10, 2020
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this is like something your toddler makes and you pretend to eat it. #gbbo pic.twitter.com/a81nGZhwan — Ariadne Griffin 🦋 (@Ariadne_Reviews) November 10, 2020
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I'm sorry are we just going to skip past the part where Prue said she was 80 years old??? Is the secret to eternal youth the pond pudding 🤔 #GBBO — Frankie vickers (@frankie_vickers) November 10, 2020
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I'm not interested in eating steamed anything #GBBO — Richard Osman (@richardosman) November 10, 2020
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Feel like pure shit just want her back 😢 #gbbo pic.twitter.com/4Xc4zKax2H — Amy Frances (@Itsamyfran) November 10, 2020
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Needed two hours steaming yet only two hours to complete the challenge #GBBO pic.twitter.com/jkuFSTaD9f — Daniel Friar (@dannyboyfriar) November 10, 2020
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When I see there's only a limited amount of Coronavirus vaccines being ordered #gbbo pic.twitter.com/kv7m5WwKfV — shane reaction ☘ (@shane_reaction_) November 10, 2020
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Peter is far too precious to send home. Paul and Prue better not even consider it. #GBBO pic.twitter.com/wYW1u06wxw — Kris (@Kris_McGee) November 10, 2020
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‘The Great British Bake Off’s Noel Fielding as cakes’ is deliciously well done


thepoke--2020-11-10--Only 9 responses you need to this statue of the ‘mother of feminism’, Mary Wollstonecraft

It ’ s taken 200 years but Mary Wollstonecraft , the ‘ mother of feminism ’ , has finally been @ @ @ @ @ Although , having had a quick look at both the statue – by artist Maggi @ @ @ @ @ it generated , maybe it would have been better if they ’ d waited another @ @ @ @ @ an 18th century author and radical who promoted the rights of women and this is @ @ @ @ @ her .
No , seriously , it is ( you can see it for yourself @ @ @ @ @ London , but we ’ d recommend you go sooner rather than later ) .
@ @ @ @ @ of comment as you might imagine .
Here are our favourites .
And also this @ @ @ @ @ fed up with people pointing out his sign language guy lookalike but , seriously , @ @ @ @ @ point

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It’s taken 200 years but Mary Wollstonecraft, the ‘mother of feminism’, has finally been honoured with a statue.
Although, having had a quick look at both the statue – by artist Maggi Hambling – and the response it generated, maybe it would have been better if they’d waited another 200 years.
Wollstonecraft was an 18th century author and radical who promoted the rights of women and this is how they’ve portrayed her.
No, seriously, it is (you can see it for yourself in Newington Green, north London, but we’d recommend you go sooner rather than later).
Thanks I hate it??? pic.twitter.com/FeF1i2wdZG — Imogen Hermes Gowar (@girlhermes) November 10, 2020
And it prompted no shortage of comment as you might imagine. Here are our favourites.
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This is the new statue of Mary Wollstonecraft. It's not making me angry in any way because I just KNOW the streets will soon be full of statues depicting John Locke's shiny testicles, Nelson Mandela's proud penis, and Descartes adorable arse. https://t.co/LMbxDtMHI1 — Caitlin Moran (@caitlinmoran) November 10, 2020
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Because nothing says ‘honouring the mother of feminism’ like a sexy naked lady. First and only statue of Mary Wollstonecraft unveiled in North London today: pic.twitter.com/oWjgIsMsfo — Georgina Lee (@lee_georgina) November 10, 2020
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"I do not wish women to have power over men, but over themselves."
Mary Wollstonecraft
"Oh, and a statue of me with my tits out, I'd love that" — Helenope (@HelenMilburn) November 10, 2020
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I, for one, am loving the new Mary Wollstonecraft statue. I had no idea Mary had shredded abs or bouffant pubes. #everydaysaschoolday pic.twitter.com/DAC2SdMHSx — Whores of Yore (@WhoresofYore) November 10, 2020
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Finally, public acknowledgement that women in the eighteenth century were stark naked and extremely small #MaryWollstonecrafthttps://t.co/d1UAwleL7Q — Emily Cock (@EmilyNCock) November 10, 2020
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I am genuinely crying with laughter at the new Hambling statue of Mary Wollstonecraft. The disrespect. Huge botched Ecce Homo energy https://t.co/0JRqhudT42 pic.twitter.com/kbPPadShEf — Hannah Jane Parkinson (@ladyhaja) November 10, 2020
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Me, logging on to twitter, scanning the timeline: Oh! There is finally a statue of Mary Wollstonecraft in London, it’s about time! What wonderful news
Me, three seconds later: are you FUCKING KIDDING me — becca (@boodleoops) November 10, 2020
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How many of our important male writers are depicted naked in their statues? You never see Charles Dickens with his balls out, do you? https://t.co/hL8XzcjmKp — Dr Laura Wood (@cooksferryqueen) November 10, 2020
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1. Contemporary portrait of Mary Wollstonecraft
2. New statue of Mary Wollstonecraft Fuck all the fucks off pic.twitter.com/PbbsCpbo3I — Tabitha McIntosh (@TabitaSurge) November 10, 2020
And also this.
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Dara Ó Briain is fed up with people pointing out his sign language guy lookalike but, seriously, they’ve got a point
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thepoke--2020-11-10--People love this old Joe Biden memo about the importance of family over work on special occasions

As if you needed one more reason to cheer Joe Biden ’ s victory over Donald Trump comes this .
It ’ s a memo Biden sent to his staff in 2014 when he was still vice president to Barack Obama .
It went viral because it ’ s such a lovely sentiment and one we should all live by .
‘ By coincidence : exactly 6 years ago today , as Vice President of the USA , Joe Biden sent this note to his staff , ’ said @ danbarker who shared it on Twitter .
‘ I presume @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first wife & daughter who died long ago ; or his son , who died of cancer just a few months after this note .
Worth reading.
’ And just in case that ’ s tricky to read … ‘ I would like to take a moment and make something clear to everyone .
I do not expect nor do I want any of you to miss or sacrifice important family obligations for work .
‘ Family oblations include but are not limited to family birthdays , anniversaries , weddings , any religious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mitzvahs , graduations and times of need such as an illness or a loss in the family .
‘ This is very important to me .
In fact , I will go so far as to say that if I find out that you are working with me while missing important family responsibilities , it will disappoint me greatly .
This has been an unwritten rule since my days in the Senate .
‘ Thank you for all the hard work .
Joe ’ And here are just some of the things people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Fox News trolling Democrats as ‘ sore losers ’ has gone viral for reasons that will be obvious

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As if you needed one more reason to cheer Joe Biden’s victory over Donald Trump comes this.
It’s a memo Biden sent to his staff in 2014 when he was still vice president to Barack Obama. It went viral because it’s such a lovely sentiment and one we should all live by.
‘By coincidence: exactly 6 years ago today, as Vice President of the USA, Joe Biden sent this note to his staff,’ said @danbarker who shared it on Twitter.
‘I presume in the background, thoughts of his first wife & daughter who died long ago; or his son, who died of cancer just a few months after this note. Worth reading.’
And just in case that’s tricky to read …
‘To my wonderful staff. ‘I would like to take a moment and make something clear to everyone. I do not expect nor do I want any of you to miss or sacrifice important family obligations for work. ‘Family oblations include but are not limited to family birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, any religious ceremonies such as first communions and bar mitzvahs, graduations and times of need such as an illness or a loss in the family. ‘This is very important to me. In fact, I will go so far as to say that if I find out that you are working with me while missing important family responsibilities, it will disappoint me greatly. This has been an unwritten rule since my days in the Senate. ‘Thank you for all the hard work. Joe’
And here are just some of the things people said about it.
If only more owners, bosses, and managers understood this sentiment. — gourmetJoyce (@gourmetJoyce) November 7, 2020
Working “with me”, not “for me”. — Eamonn Reid (@EM___Reid) November 8, 2020
This is a boss. https://t.co/LgXHG9ECG6 — johnny hero (@herobelfast) November 8, 2020
Joe Biden never works on the anniversary of the death of his first wife and baby daughter, always takes that day off to remember them. — Victoria Redfern (@drtoriaredfern) November 8, 2020
The White House will get a much needed dose of humanity and decency, which will go a long way in restoring our faith in the irrepressible goodness of the human condition.👏👏 — John Mc Corry (@Johnmccorry55Mc) November 8, 2020
Imagine the pride and pleasure you would feel reading this, from your boss. Imagine your surge in commitment. It's an example of how real leaders can get more out of people by asking less. 1/2 https://t.co/0R1dyqNs8i — Dan Gardner (@dgardner) November 8, 2020
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This old clip of Fox News trolling Democrats as ‘sore losers’ has gone viral for reasons that will be obvious
Source Twitter @danbarker


thepoke--2020-11-10--Dara Ó Briain is fed up with people pointing out his sign language guy lookalike but, seriously, the

Dara Ó Briain is fed up with people pointing out his sign language guy lookalike but, seriously, they’ve got a point

At the risk of not entirely helping matters , we did enjoy Dara Ó Briain ’ s exasperated tweet at @ @ @ @ @ keep pointing out how much he looks like the sign language guy who can be @ @ @ @ @ the BBC right now .
Seriously though , they ’ ve got a point .
@ @ @ @ @ first time the comedian and presenter and all-round good guy attracted some serious lookalike attention @ @ @ @ @ t get David Baddiel ’ s anti-vaxxer joke and it made it even better

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At the risk of not entirely helping matters, we did enjoy Dara Ó Briain’s exasperated tweet at the number of people who keep pointing out how much he looks like the sign language guy who can be seen quite a lot on the BBC right now.
Every press conference.
Every day.
Why are you doing the sign language Dara?
Why are you wearing a wig and doing the sign language Dara?
A hundred different tweets every time.
(Shakes head sadly, sinks to the floor sobbing) https://t.co/lTYND0DBTt — Dara Ó Briain (@daraobriain) November 9, 2020
Seriously though, they’ve got a point.
@daraobriain your sign language is coming along well. Loving the wig n'all pic.twitter.com/QZOJVeEJxa — Alec hopkins (@flippersnshit) November 9, 2020
It’s not the first time the comedian and presenter and all-round good guy attracted some serious lookalike attention.
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Jim Corr didn’t get David Baddiel’s anti-vaxxer joke and it made it even better
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thepoke--2020-11-10--This old clip of Fox News trolling Democrats as ‘sore losers’ has gone viral for reasons that will b

This old clip of Fox News trolling Democrats as ‘sore losers’ has gone viral for reasons that will be obvious

As Donald Trump and many in his Republican Party continue to insist that he didn ’ t lose to Joe @ @ @ @ @ his most fervent media supporter , Fox News , has gone viral for reasons which @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s a fabulous compilation put together by @ TheDailyShow and , well , @ @ @ @ @ s been watched millions of times and prompted no end of comments .
Here are @ @ @ @ @ Fox News anchor was caught being hilariously honest about Trump and the election

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As Donald Trump and many in his Republican Party continue to insist that he didn’t lose to Joe Biden, this clip of his most fervent media supporter, Fox News, has gone viral for reasons which will soon be apparent.
It’s a fabulous compilation put together by @TheDailyShow and, well, here goes …
Meanwhile in 2018… pic.twitter.com/13QoRgPReM — The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) November 10, 2020
It’s been watched millions of times and prompted no end of comments. Here are just a few.
This is so good. pic.twitter.com/4JQyaOnuzj — andrew kaczynski (@KFILE) November 10, 2020
This is truly worth watching and sharing as wide as humanly possible pic.twitter.com/2F2gbdLQHl — Ed Solomon (@ed_solomon) November 10, 2020
https://twitter.com/MollyJongFast/status/1326137264020348929?s=20
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A Fox News anchor was caught being hilariously honest about Trump and the election
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thepoke--2020-11-10--14 photos that perfectly capture just how wild Facebook Marketplace can be

It ’ s fair to say that Facebook Marketplace has always been a slightly weird place – from strange listings to belligerent buyers , it ’ s gained a well-earned reputation as the wild west of online shopping platforms .
With that in mind , sit back and enjoy the fact that you ’ re not the person having to deal with any of these slightly peculiar buyers and sellers .
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This seller who decided against traditional measurements : 2 .
This seller who wanted to recycle their clothing : 3 .
This buyer who was looking for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who thought they ’ d found the bargain of the century : 6 .
This buyer who gets a gold medal in guilt-tripping : 7 .
This seller with a very morbid listing : 9 .
This buyer who could only communicate with a single gesture : 10 .
This strange interpretation of the phrase “ a little damaged ” : 11 .
Whatever this abomination is supposed to be : 12 .
This seller who found themselves in a very strange situation : 13 .
This buyer who should have rechecked the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ went in increasingly frustrating circles and it ’ s absolutely glorious

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It’s fair to say that Facebook Marketplace has always been a slightly weird place – from strange listings to belligerent buyers, it’s gained a well-earned reputation as the wild west of online shopping platforms.
With that in mind, sit back and enjoy the fact that you’re not the person having to deal with any of these slightly peculiar buyers and sellers.
1. This seller who decided against traditional measurements:
2. This seller who wanted to recycle their clothing:
3. This buyer who was looking for a steal:
4. This buyer who thought they’d found the bargain of the century:
6. This buyer who gets a gold medal in guilt-tripping:
7. This seller with a very morbid listing:
8. This typical Facebook Marketplace interaction:
9. This buyer who could only communicate with a single gesture:
10. This strange interpretation of the phrase “a little damaged”:
11. Whatever this abomination is supposed to be:
12. This seller who found themselves in a very strange situation:
13. This buyer who should have rechecked the listing before commiting:
14. And finally, this unexplained listing:
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This Facebook wind-up went in increasingly frustrating circles and it’s absolutely glorious


thepoke--2020-11-11--This map of Europe according to each country’s culinary horror prompted quite the debate

‘ Horrible European dishes by country , ’ said @ acertainellen over on Twitter .
It ’ s a map @ @ @ @ @ by the Atlas of Prejudice – ‘ the complete stereotype map collection ’ – and @ @ @ @ @ stomachs all over again .
And just a few of the things people were saying @ @ @ @ @ s a lot more maps like this at the Atlas of Prejudice ( and you @ @ @ @ @ ) .
The review of this voice-activated spider is better than any advert

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‘Horrible European dishes by country,’ said @acertainellen over on Twitter.
It’s a map from a few years back by the Atlas of Prejudice – ‘the complete stereotype map collection’ – and it’s been turning stomachs all over again.
(via Atlas of Prejudice)
Except not everyone’s stomachs were turned. Far from it, in fact. Here are just a few of the things people were saying about it.
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I like how the worst horror of all is reserved for Switzerland. https://t.co/Vy5DFITAMo — Charlie Stross (@cstross) November 11, 2020
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All of the stuff I have tried on this is good tho https://t.co/MmZoQBaZJX — Chairman of Swag Xi Jinping (@Real_Xi_Jinping) November 11, 2020
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Not gonna lie, Scotland kinda comes out alright on this… https://t.co/S6Ed56QDU4 — Dr Woofter Superior (@Trailer_Swift69) November 10, 2020
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all of this is levels of actual horror and then you get to Russia and it's just… dressed herring?! https://t.co/BiER3y3OzM — Chaos Ewaralds (@EwaSR) November 11, 2020
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deep fried pizza . horrible ???? i think not https://t.co/lqmL4KwsX9 — izzy (@izzscarlett) November 11, 2020
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Seeing a lot of viral food stuff atm which invokes blood sausage as something uncontroversially disgusting. Feel like we need to push back on this. https://t.co/0QDDUW1HR5 — Tom Whyman (@HealthUntoDeath) November 11, 2020
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scotlands one is so stunning whys everyone elses horrible. https://t.co/YQN5NtUT8k — AIMEE (@aimetheteenager) November 10, 2020
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https://twitter.com/trgrrl/status/1326443359934746624?s=20
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If you have an aversion to eating blood, liver, tongue, heart or lard then you are not a real European. https://t.co/ziTz9fdHgR — Survive the Jive (@SurvivetheJive) November 11, 2020
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americans eat fake chemical cheese and revolt at the sight of liver paste or a little bit of salo https://t.co/orwbJVRBul — Pavel (@Cum_Immediately) November 11, 2020
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will defend the scots' ungodly 'pizza crunch' on the grounds that the first three bites tasted like pure euphoria itself, i'd never had anything like it. the fourth sapped all of the energy out of my body. the fifth felt like my blood had exploded https://t.co/w02RMh0uNZ — Stan Cross (@tristandross) November 11, 2020
And also this!
These all sound like Edinburgh shows. https://t.co/EwrytFvU5L — IT'S YOUR DECISION, DANIEL (@MrKenShabby) November 11, 2020
There’s a lot more maps like this at the Atlas of Prejudice (and you can buy the book here).
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thepoke--2020-11-11--Donald Trump could land a ‘$100m book deal’ – 9 comebacks definitely worth reading

As Donald Trump clings on to the White House and refuses to concede despite losing to Joe Biden , reports @ @ @ @ @ could earn $ 100m from a book deal .
Perhaps he should read a book @ @ @ @ @ one .
Anyway , these 9 comebacks are definitely worth a read … This CNN @ @ @ @ @ ‘ the last guy left in the bar ’ – surely speaks for us all @ @ @ @

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As Donald Trump clings on to the White House and refuses to concede despite losing to Joe Biden, reports emerged that the so-called president could earn $100m from a book deal.
EXCLUSIVE: Donald Trump could land $100 million book deal for presidential tome https://t.co/5gD7NfpDrA pic.twitter.com/ygTnHRwW2C — New York Post (@nypost) November 10, 2020
Perhaps he should read a book before he tries to write one about his time on the golf course, sorry, in the White House. Anyway, these 9 comebacks are definitely worth a read …
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this is that scene in ET when Elliott lures him out of the shed with a trail of Reese’s Pieces https://t.co/cfo5IesxKN — Dave Itzkoff (@ditzkoff) November 10, 2020
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But who's going to write it? https://t.co/7M6qfsLPz6 — Tim Minchin (@timminchin) November 11, 2020
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Has to bring his own crayons however. https://t.co/aMfeLxv8Kl — Titus (@TitusNation) November 11, 2020
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It’s going to be called “Dictatoring for Dummies.” https://t.co/PFcmcIh6oa — Paul Feig (@paulfeig) November 11, 2020
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Now how is he gonna write a book when he can't even read https://t.co/EZ7RfXLqp9 — Fiona Applebum says block Shaun King! (@WrittenByHanna) November 11, 2020
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It’ll be the biggest hit since “If I Did It” https://t.co/VfV1NPFWyp — Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) November 10, 2020
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Will there be a limit on use of "very," "strongly," "disaster," "many people," and "a lot people didn't know," "the likes of which the world/country has never seen" or is someone literate writing it? https://t.co/4YShTuN6h4 — Randi Mayem Singer (@rmayemsinger) November 11, 2020
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The good news is… 100 mill STILL ain’t gonna bail this loser out of debt with all his Russian & Saudi creditors. https://t.co/TqcBcrwgu1 — Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) November 11, 2020
To conclude …
He won’t write it and he won’t read it. https://t.co/yPkYF3vA7I — Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) November 10, 2020
And this.
Or we could all just read his psychotic Twitter feed for free. https://t.co/TJSarNreJB — Richard Marx (@richardmarx) November 11, 2020
A final thought.
imagine being the fact-checker for this book. https://t.co/r7dzAu66gH — ali waller (@imaliwaller) November 11, 2020
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This CNN takedown of Donald Trump – ‘the last guy left in the bar’ – surely speaks for us all
Source Twitter @nypost


thepoke--2020-11-11--This covidiot’s comeback is not the glorious takedown they think it is

Of all the things that will change when Joe Biden takes charge at the White House , one of the most immediate will be the presidency ’ s attitude towards Covid-19 .
The president elect won ’ t have the power to do anything until 20 January next year but he had a message for what people should do in the interim .
And it ’ s fair to say this anti-masker ’ s response isn ’ t quite the glorious comeback they think it is .
‘ He might be onto something here , ’ said h00nu who shared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ few of the things people said in response .
‘ This is probably central to the reason why Taiwan , South Korea , Japan , Vietnam , and other East Asian countries have weathered the pandemic better than nations where its not the part of the culture to wear isolation masks when one has even a cold.
’ SeanFromQueens ‘ I ’ ve got a friend in Taiwan .
They resumed normal life in May ( w/ masks ) and it ’ s been…normal .
She goes to galleries , events , school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ashamed when she hears what it ’ s like back home.
’ Watershed787 ‘ I tell you hwat , I haven ’ t gotten my normal colds , flu , anything since I started wearing a mask in public .
It won ’ t be as extreme as it was , but I ’ ll be thrilled to make this part of my post-COVID routine if it continues to cut down on me getting sick.
’ chrisfarleyraejepsen ‘ It is a wonderful unintended consequence of this plague the the flu numbers are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I probably will wear a mask now every time I feel sick .
I have dozens of them , why not ?
I won ’ t go as extreme with self isolation , but I am afraid that some new habits are going to be here to stay.
’ KerissaKenro ‘ Honestly ?
I ’ ll probably wear them every winter when I ’ m healthy , too.
’ maskedbanditoftruth

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Of all the things that will change when Joe Biden takes charge at the White House, one of the most immediate will be the presidency’s attitude towards Covid-19.
The president elect won’t have the power to do anything until 20 January next year but he had a message for what people should do in the interim.
And it’s fair to say this anti-masker’s response isn’t quite the glorious comeback they think it is.
‘He might be onto something here,’ said h00nu who shared it on Reddit. And just a few of the things people said in response.
‘This is probably central to the reason why Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and other East Asian countries have weathered the pandemic better than nations where its not the part of the culture to wear isolation masks when one has even a cold.’ SeanFromQueens ‘I’ve got a friend in Taiwan. They resumed normal life in May (w/ masks) and it’s been…normal. She goes to galleries, events, school, etc. She’s mesmerized and ashamed when she hears what it’s like back home.’ Watershed787 ‘I tell you hwat, I haven’t gotten my normal colds, flu, anything since I started wearing a mask in public. It won’t be as extreme as it was, but I’ll be thrilled to make this part of my post-COVID routine if it continues to cut down on me getting sick.’ chrisfarleyraejepsen ‘It is a wonderful unintended consequence of this plague the the flu numbers are way, way down. So, I probably will wear a mask now every time I feel sick. I have dozens of them, why not? I won’t go as extreme with self isolation, but I am afraid that some new habits are going to be here to stay.’ KerissaKenro ‘Honestly? I’ll probably wear them every winter when I’m healthy, too.’ maskedbanditoftruth
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thepoke--2020-11-11--This customer had an innovative solution for helping an Uber Eats driver find their home

There ’ s no better source of motivation than hunger , something that was proven in spectacular fashion by Reddit @ @ @ @ @ r/flashlights subreddit .
After being in the frankly all too relatable situation of trying to @ @ @ @ @ driver to their house , the customer resorted to a rather unorthodox method : lighting @ @ @ @ @ Bat-Signal-like spotlight .
The post went viral amongst non-flashlight enthusiasts when it was shared on @ @ @ @ @ @ BrightWasTaken : The moment has birthed a whole new generation of flashlight fans , @ @ @ @ @ where they can get one of their own .
While others were quick to notice @ @ @ @ @ pop culture .
For anyone thinking of getting a super-powered flashlight of their own , @ @ @ @ @ of r/flashlight : The review of this voice-activated spider is better than any advert

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There’s no better source of motivation than hunger, something that was proven in spectacular fashion by Reddit user halzen over on the r/flashlights subreddit.
After being in the frankly all too relatable situation of trying to direct an Uber Eats delivery driver to their house, the customer resorted to a rather unorthodox method: lighting up the sky with a Bat-Signal-like spotlight.
The post went viral amongst non-flashlight enthusiasts when it was shared on Twitter by the appropriately named @BrightWasTaken:
Oh my god the top post of r/flashlight has me WHEEZING Uber eats driver couldn't find this guy's house so pic.twitter.com/16sAJ84t6i — Bright (@BrightWasTaken) November 10, 2020
The moment has birthed a whole new generation of flashlight fans, with people wanting to know where they can get one of their own.
YO SOMEONE HAS TO TELL ME WHAT FLASHLIGHT THIS IS SO I CAN DO THE SAME THING — Charles Randall (@charlesrandall) November 10, 2020
I’ve never been so interested in owning a flashlight before — Harassment Champion (@HarassmentChamp) November 10, 2020
While others were quick to notice some similarities with scenes from pop culture.
Look to my coming on the first light of the fifth day, at dawn look to the east. pic.twitter.com/O16JG53ezJ — Masked Programmer (@hardwareguy) November 10, 2020
Can only imagine there were some other folks who accidentally showed up. pic.twitter.com/RJxHZnA9FC — Timmy (Lord Knows I’ve Crabbed) (@Timmy_22222001) November 10, 2020
For anyone thinking of getting a super-powered flashlight of their own, some words of warning courtesy of r/flashlight:
You forgot the best part, it got a lot of outsiders to find the sub and its main supplier of lights, so there’s a run on super powerful lights, and the regulars are wondering how many will accidentally blind themselves pic.twitter.com/yIb83ubpsI — Fab, not hate (@QixOfMTF) November 10, 2020
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thepoke--2020-11-11--The review of this voice-activated spider is better than any advert

We ’ re grateful to Rob N Roll – @ thegallowboob over on Twitter – for sharing this review of @ @ @ @ @ .
And here ’ s Flufferpuff – and that review – up close and in @ @ @ @ @ been worse , it turned out .
This zoo sign asking people not to bother @ @ @ @ @ t messing around

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We’re grateful to Rob N Roll – @thegallowboob over on Twitter – for sharing this review of a voice-activated spider called Flufferpuff.
when a product review is so good it beats any other form of asvertising pic.twitter.com/9W3hIN7tPw — Rob N Roll (@thegallowboob) November 9, 2020
And here’s Flufferpuff – and that review – up close and in full.
‘Great unless you’re afraid of spiders …’
It could have been worse, it turned out.
I have this spider. Unfortunately my kids weren’t scared. They just screamed progressively louder for hours on end until the spider gave up and stopped working. — Victoria Lightning (@Victorialight03) November 9, 2020
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This zoo sign asking people not to bother the animals really isn’t messing around
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thepoke--2020-11-11--Fox News interviewed an anonymous electoral fraud ‘whistleblower’ and it’s unintentionally hilarious

This Fox News interview with a so-called whistleblower who says they saw evidence of electoral fraud went viral not because @ @ @ @ @ say – well , it was a bit – but it ’ s also how @ @ @ @ @ totally understand that some people might not want to reveal their identity for whatever reason @ @ @ @ @ because they don ’ t want to be laughed at – but , well , @ @ @ @ @ .
This CNN takedown of Donald Trump – ‘ the last guy left in the @ @ @ @ @ for us all

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This Fox News interview with a so-called whistleblower who says they saw evidence of electoral fraud went viral not because of what they had to say – well, it was a bit – but it’s also how they said it.
We totally understand that some people might not want to reveal their identity for whatever reason – in this case presumably because they don’t want to be laughed at – but, well, have a watch for yourself.
WATCH: Fox News’ Laura Ingraham interviews anonymous poll worker complete with disguised voice. pic.twitter.com/exdwpx0UdP — Breaking911 (@Breaking911) November 11, 2020
Didn’t see that coming.
Nice try Melania pic.twitter.com/Kz7Xr3F2Ib — Sam Zee (@SamZComedy) November 11, 2020
https://twitter.com/notcapnamerica/status/1326381181592621056?s=20
https://twitter.com/RexChapman/status/1326379473542012932?s=20
I know that if *I* was carrying out a master plan of secretly changing votes, I’d also definitely do it out in the open in a parking lot with 3 friends next to a Biden-Harris van.
Definitely. — Sara Hildebrand (@CapaXildebrand) November 11, 2020
It’s sad that Fox News thinks the American people are this fucking stupid. pic.twitter.com/alGYwyXdal — CONGRATS PRESIDENT BIDEN (@DetroitSteel_) November 11, 2020
Did they borrow the sound effects from Marvin and the Chipmunks? — Moe Oleson (@OlesonMoe) November 11, 2020
Here’s another anonymous whistleblower, courtesy of comedian Brent Terhune.
Poll worker speaks out about corruption pic.twitter.com/qnQi0gybZw — Brent Terhune (@BrentTerhune) November 11, 2020
To conclude …
FOX News has turned into Comedy Central. — Andersen Pickard (@AndersenPickard) November 11, 2020
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This CNN takedown of Donald Trump – ‘the last guy left in the bar’ – surely speaks for us all
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thepoke--2020-11-11--This CNN takedown of Donald Trump – ‘the last guy left in the bar’ – surely speaks for us all

With every day that Donald Trump refuses to concede the election , the situation in the US gets more problematic @ @ @ @ @ .
Which is why we ’ re determined to enjoy these moments when we can @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Don Lemon giving his verdict on Donald Trump and , well , have @ @ @ @ @ Not the first time the CNN anchor has done this sort of thing so well @ @ @ @ @ this … And just a few of the things people were saying about it .
@ @ @ @ @ of this ‘ assault weapons ’ guy went viral because people loved it so much

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With every day that Donald Trump refuses to concede the election, the situation in the US gets more problematic and – frankly – terrifying.
Which is why we’re determined to enjoy these moments when we can. It’s CNN’s Don Lemon giving his verdict on Donald Trump and, well, have a watch for yourself.
CNN has been wildin out since Trump lost 😂 pic.twitter.com/cOVD8tvVst — Edgard (@Yaboyedgard) November 10, 2020
‘Aren’t you glad that’s over?’
Not the first time the CNN anchor has gone viral with his take on Trump. You might also remember this …
WOW! Don Lemon just completely called Trump out for his obsession with @BarackObama. Trump does not want anyone to see this video. Let’s make sure everyone does! #PresidentBarackObama pic.twitter.com/z4gz7juEc6 — Mrs. Krassenstein (@HKrassenstein) May 4, 2020
And just a few of the things people were saying about it.
Here's your daily boost of serotonin for the day. https://t.co/y86R35gsbF — ᴊᴏᴀɴɴᴀ ʙ (@astonishing_jo) November 11, 2020
don lemon is really my guy now https://t.co/01D5N2Y5VB — bri (@bigshitxtalker) November 10, 2020
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Kamala Harris’s takedown of this ‘assault weapons’ guy went viral because people loved it so much
Source Twitter @Yaboyedgard TikTok @gaugemod


thepoke--2020-11-11--This zoo sign asking people not to bother the animals really isn’t messing around

Zoo sign of the week comes courtesy of Redditor 27Devil who says : ‘ Found this at a zoo in @ @ @ @ @ zoo signs – as we were – this sign on a bear enclosure was meant @ @ @ @ @ re not sure it worked .

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Zoo sign of the week comes courtesy of Redditor 27Devil who says: ‘Found this at a zoo in India.’
‘“The most dangerous animal at a zoo is a human” – Life of Pi’ MALBILL45 ‘Florida Man: rolls up sleeves.’ mistseer
Talking of funny zoo signs – as we were – it reminded us of this sign on a bear enclosure which was meant to reassure people but we’re not sure how effective it was.
Source Reddit u/27Devil


thepoke--2020-11-11--Kamala Harris’s takedown of this ‘assault weapons’ guy went viral because people loved it so much

A year-old clip of Kamala Harris has gone viral all over again because people loved her answer so much .
@ @ @ @ @ president elect doing an audience Q & A with Jimmy Fallon , and in particular @ @ @ @ @ about gun control .
He doesn ’ t sound very keen on it , and @ @ @ @ @ assault weapons in air quotes .
Our favourite bit is at the very end when @ @ @ @ @ the questioner , surround by people clapping and cheering , and the utterly defeated expression @ @ @ @ @ love this old Joe Biden memo about the importance of family over work on special @

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A year-old clip of Kamala Harris has gone viral all over again because people loved her answer so much.
It’s the deputy president elect doing an audience Q&A with Jimmy Fallon, and in particular this man’s question about gun control. He doesn’t sound very keen on it, and not only because he puts assault weapons in air quotes.
And Harris’s response is 10/10.
A dudebro in the Fallon audience tried it with Kamala on guns and she left him hyperventilating and picking up the tattered pieces of his greasy wig off the floor. pic.twitter.com/zqspPnzYOL — abigail spanberger stan (@notcapnamerica) September 17, 2019
Our favourite bit is at the very end when the camera cuts back to the questioner, surrounded by people clapping and cheering, and the utterly defeated (and deflated) expression on his face.
“I’m a privileged dude who goes to Fordham, no way can a black woman withstand my question…this is gonna be lit!” Narrator: “It wasn’t lit.” — ⚖Powerful Mel Ankoly 🦈 #ForThePeople (@Mel_Ankoly) September 17, 2019
I’m too petty. Why am I like this? pic.twitter.com/os5atTiQNi — abigail spanberger stan (@notcapnamerica) September 17, 2019
Worth watching if just for his reaction at the end ✊🏾 https://t.co/feTDlzqKij — Zerlina Maxwell (@ZerlinaMaxwell) September 18, 2019
I knew it was a wrap just from the way she paused before beginning to speak. I don’t know if I see it for Kamala Harris but this is rhetorically brilliant. Got chills when everyone raised their hand. https://t.co/KgrZXb65is — Saeed Jones (@theferocity) September 18, 2019
https://twitter.com/alex_tranter/status/1326083638035968000?s=20
To conclude …
His look of disappointment at the end just cleared my skin and raised my credit score https://t.co/hRxEFtgRVS — Sleepy Hoe (@weekend3warrior) September 17, 2019
And this.
Missed this at the time. It's great https://t.co/z6B6V6VpuO — Jonathan Freedland (@Freedland) November 10, 2020
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People love this old Joe Biden memo about the importance of family over work on special occasions
Source Twitter @notcapnamerica


thepoke--2020-11-11--This political Venn diagram throws some delightfully data-driven shade at Donald Trump

Considering he ’ s known to be in billions of pounds of debt , doesn ’ t appear to understand @ @ @ @ @ election , and also owned a casino that went bust , we ’ re inclined @ @ @ @ @ doesn ’ t have much time for maths .
Or democracy .
He ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ maths if he spots this Venn diagram , created by political journalist , Jennifer Bendery @ @ @ @ @ s unique achievement as president .
He does love to be the centre of attention @ @ @ @ @ the shade .
It looks like Joe Biden was right .
We ’ re still @ @ @ @ @ to spin this as some kind of win if he didn ’ t have his @ @ @ @ @ the election .
Madame Tussauds mocked Donald Trump ’ s election loss in the most @ @ @

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Considering he’s known to be in billions of pounds of debt, doesn’t appear to understand how counting works in an election, and also owned a casino that went bust, we’re inclined to believe that Donald Trump doesn’t have much time for maths. Or democracy.
He’ll have even less time for maths if he spots this Venn diagram, created by political journalist, Jennifer Bendery, to illustrate Trump’s unique achievement as president.
quite a legacy pic.twitter.com/L85WpG1rVl — Jennifer Bendery (@jbendery) November 8, 2020
He does love to be the centre of attention.
Twitter was here for the shade.
The perfect Venn diagram does exist pic.twitter.com/83bCKsESjN — Bizarre Lazar 🏴☠ (@BizarreLazar) November 8, 2020
This is art https://t.co/RX60PiD49j — Scott Galloway (@profgalloway) November 9, 2020
This is my favorite Venn diagram ever. pic.twitter.com/UpuAvTdvCo — Katie Hill (@KatieHill4CA) November 8, 2020
Venn diagram of the times pic.twitter.com/RkuRYquZ00 — Brooke Masters (@brookeamasters) November 8, 2020
It looks like Joe Biden was right.
Literally, objectively, and unequivocally the worst president in American history. https://t.co/cgJOPpKvCR — Markos Moulitsas (@markos) November 9, 2020
We’re still sure he’d try to spin this as some kind of win if he didn’t have his hands full doing that with the election.
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Madame Tussauds mocked Donald Trump’s election loss in the most perfect way possible
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thepoke--2020-11-11--The US Secretary of State predicted a “smooth transition to a second Trump administration” – 14 deci

The US Secretary of State predicted a “smooth transition to a second Trump administration” – 14 decisive downvotes

At this stage after a US election , the teams of the president and the president-elect – including the top @ @ @ @ @ working together to make sure the handover of power in January takes place smoothly .
@ @ @ @ @ Joe Biden and his team have been seen to be preparing for the takeover – @ @ @ @ @ Trump or his staff .
At a press briefing , the Secretary of State , @ @ @ @ @ if the administration would be prepared for a smooth transition to the Biden presidency .
@ @ @ @ @ Although he went on to refer to “ the president who ’ s in office @ @ @ @ @ when pressed on the matter , he confirmed that he believes Donald Trump has won @ @ @ @ @ response had shades of a coup or a tin-pot dictatorship .
Here ’ s what @ @ @ @ @ it .

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At this stage after a US election, the teams of the president and the president-elect – including the top dogs – would usually be working together to make sure the handover of power in January takes place smoothly.
In this particular situation, Joe Biden and his team have been seen to be preparing for the takeover – with absolutely no co-operation from Trump or his staff.
At a press briefing, the Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, was asked if the administration would be prepared for a smooth transition to the Biden presidency.
This was his response.
Sec. of State Pompeo: ‘There will be a smooth transition to a second Trump administration’ pic.twitter.com/tFAZEYJEbu — NowThis (@nowthisnews) November 10, 2020
Although he went on to refer to “the president who’s in office on January 20th“, when pressed on the matter, he confirmed that he believes Donald Trump has won re-election.
People thought the response had shades of a coup or a tin-pot dictatorship. Here’s what they had to say about it.
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what would you call it in another country? https://t.co/KBRWZ6EYz2 — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 10, 2020
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This is disgusting https://t.co/jutFWWATar — Greg Jenner (@greg_jenner) November 10, 2020
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Real Banana Republic stuff here https://t.co/wUYfZy45BZ — Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) November 10, 2020
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Alexa. Show me what an attempted coup looks like. https://t.co/WVpTxXSUcO — David Schneider (@davidschneider) November 10, 2020
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2016: Stop calling him a fascist, do you have any idea how hysterical you sound? 2020: https://t.co/riuwjdotFT — James Felton (@JimMFelton) November 10, 2020
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We are living through a history book chapter right now and figures like Pompeo are confidently putting their name in the "bad guys" column https://t.co/B1efzW3Eld — Jared Holt (@jaredlholt) November 10, 2020
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thepoke--2020-11-11--The 15 funniest captions of the pics of Boris Johnson’s phone call with Joe Biden

Having congratulated President-elect Biden on his win , Boris Johnson has had his first post-election conversation with the next ‘ @ @ @ @ @ ’ – and we imagine there were a couple of awkward moments discussing Brexit ’ @ @ @ @ @ of Ireland .
10 Downing Street released some standard shots of the PM on the @ @ @ @ @ , though for all we know he could have been ordering a pizza – probably @ @ @ @ @ !
These were the funniest we saw .
Finally – if it really were an @ @ @ @ @ well have been the seen five minutes later .
Simply 13 funny captions to go @ @ @ @ @ Johnson having his temperature checked

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Having congratulated President-elect Biden on his win, Boris Johnson has had his first post-election conversation with the next ‘leader of the free world’ – and we imagine there were a couple of awkward moments discussing Brexit’s effect of the island of Ireland.
10 Downing Street released some standard shots of the PM on the phone to mark the occasion, though for all we know he could have been ordering a pizza – probably with pineapple, the reprobate!
Huffington Post’s Executive Editor, Paul Waugh, shared a couple, including this.
First photo of @BorisJohnson chatting to @JoeBiden to congratulate him on his election. pic.twitter.com/5JtRoCw1Ux — Paul Waugh (@paulwaugh) November 10, 2020
And the Mirror’s Dan Bloom set a challenge.
These were the funniest we saw.
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"………terrible line Mr President Elect. It almost sounds as though you're saying I'm a fanny and a jerk" https://t.co/AUqMYT4q0q — Peter Smith (@Redpeter99) November 10, 2020
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“Hello is that…the winner… of the free and fair American election…
Joenald…Bump?” https://t.co/RT3vy6Vmf0 — Disappointed Optimist (@disappoptimism) November 10, 2020
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"…Boris.
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Johson.
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Boris Johnson. From England.
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The Prime Minister.
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'Because he's half-Kenyan.' That chap. Yes! There you go. Anyway… congratulations?" https://t.co/2JGwArZ5P1 — Chris Addison (@mrchrisaddison) November 10, 2020
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“Hello, Joe, good to finally-
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No, I didn’t mean all those racist-
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Yes, the part-Kenyan thing was a bit-
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Well, if you think about it, we all break the law at some-
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There’s really no need for that lang-
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Yeah, I will fuck off, but not because you told me to.” pic.twitter.com/4nef2fCTWz — 🏳🌈 Max 🏳🌈 (@SpillerOfTea) November 10, 2020
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The gross man always rings twice. pic.twitter.com/4dDN84EWPj — Otto English (@Otto_English) November 10, 2020
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What I don't have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have failed to acquire over a very long career. A lack of skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you let my one of my many children go now, that'll be the end of it. https://t.co/45EhVCDtM4 — Dantooine (@Danburden1138) November 10, 2020
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"Yes Mr Biden, so you want me to tell the press I think you're a bigly loser and a cheat who isn't the real President" pic.twitter.com/ZFvOMsK5O1 — Parody Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson_MP) November 10, 2020
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IS HE STILL DRIVING THAT RENAULT MEGANE? CAN I JUST READ YOU SOMETHING FROM TOP GEAR MAGAZINE? 'WITH A MERE NINETY-BREAK HORSEPOWER AVAILABLE, PROGRESS IS TOO LEISURELY TO BE CALLED FAST. BUT ON A MOTORWAY, IN FIFTH GEAR, THE MEGANE'S SLOW PACE REALLY BECOMES A PAIN' https://t.co/l71hQbBX0o — John Rain (@MrKenShabby) November 10, 2020
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“Have you been involved in an accident that was not your fault?” https://t.co/qsoorNaiIC — Marta Vokshi (@marta_vokshi) November 10, 2020
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"FATHER CHRISTMAS? IS THAT REALLY YOU? Cand I please haves a 'Eagle Eyes Action Mans', a Choclit Oringe and a poster of a lady with boobs please?" https://t.co/ZaodcUhlU4 — Flups (@TheRealFlups) November 10, 2020
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"Hello, is that Four Seasons Total Landscaping?" pic.twitter.com/WI7GeOZa7L — christhebarker (@christhebarker) November 10, 2020
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Yes yes a blonde, thank you it’ll be cash https://t.co/A4evVfw6FH — Benstokescandefinetlynotbangmymam (@Benstokescande1) November 10, 2020
Finally – if it really were an awkward call, this might well have been the seen five minutes later.
After the call: pic.twitter.com/4GqDb1Lzli — Gráinne Nic An tSaoi (@pongosapien) November 10, 2020
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Simply 13 funny captions to go with this picture of Boris Johnson having his temperature checked
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thepoke--2020-11-11--This reporter’s NSFW on-air outburst is peak 2020 and so very relatable

During a news broadcast on MSNBC , one of Craig Melvin ‘ s broadcasting nightmares came true – and he @ @ @ @ @ an absolute trooper .
As news broke of Donald Trump ordering federal agencies to prepare @ @ @ @ @ , the anchor cut to reporter Ken Dilanian , live in his living room , @ @ @ @ @ , Craig .
You wish you ’ d lost Ken for a second .
Twitter @ @ @ @ @ the NSFW moment .
Piers Morgan asked what we were all wondering .
It says @ @ @ @ @ administration that Holly Figueroa O ’ Reilly ‘ s tongue-in-cheek guess wasn ’ t completely @ @ @ @ @ something much more mundane .
This reporter ’ s blunt response to a Trump supporter @ @ @ @

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During a news broadcast on MSNBC, one of Craig Melvin‘s broadcasting nightmares came true – and he tried to field it like an absolute trooper.
As news broke of Donald Trump ordering federal agencies to prepare for his budget in February, the anchor cut to reporter Ken Dilanian, live in his living room, for more details.
Here’s what happened. Warning – it’s not bleeped.
“I think we lost Ken for a second.”
No, Craig. You wish you’d lost Ken for a second.
Twitter was far from judgemental of the NSFW moment.
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I haven’t laughed this hard since the Fantasy Island dildo store. 😂😂😂 https://t.co/w6RhqTyiIX — Jo (@JoJoFromJerz) November 10, 2020
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Relatable live shot on MSNBC: Anchor: “Ken what have you learned?” Ken Dilanian: “Shit. Fuck.” Anchor: “Okay, seems like we lost Ken.” pic.twitter.com/IR62q4pkMF — Alex Salvi (@alexsalvinews) November 10, 2020
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Who among us has not began their day saying “oh shit” and “fuck” over these last four years? Let ye be the first to cast a cuss word because you’ve got some catching up to do. pic.twitter.com/rzaTvmAcFk — Renee (@PettyLupone) November 10, 2020
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This is the best summary of the news there is. Yes it’s real. pic.twitter.com/aHfhwrySbZ — Ben Phillips (@benphillips76) November 10, 2020
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Piers Morgan asked what we were all wondering.
Brilliant – anyone know what he'd just read on his phone? https://t.co/ZQNfMk5Cmu — Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) November 10, 2020
It says a lot about the Trump administration that Holly Figueroa O’Reilly‘s tongue-in-cheek guess wasn’t completely unbelieveable.
I heard Ken Dilanian say this and I thought, "oh, no. Trump nuked Canada, didn't he?" https://t.co/aytA4KqmUb — Holly Figueroa O'Reilly (@AynRandPaulRyan) November 10, 2020
But it was something much more mundane.
So sorry for the profanity I used on air last hour. I was experiencing some technical difficulties and mistakenly hung up on the control room, though my mic still was on. Perils of playing producer, cameraman and tech support all at the same time from home. #2020 🙃 — Ken Dilanian (@KenDilanianNBC) November 10, 2020
Craig Melvin summed it up perfectly.
If 2020 had a bumper sticker…
Dude….we’ve all been there.
Seems like America has forgiven you. https://t.co/daf6i4Y1lB — Craig Melvin (@craigmelvin) November 10, 2020
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This reporter’s blunt response to a Trump supporter had the world cheering
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thepoke--2020-11-11--US Weekly just broke some very obvious news – 9 favourite takedowns

If you ’ re not sitting down , now might be a good time to grab a chair , because @ @ @ @ @ some exclusive news .
In what might be the scoop of the century , the @ @ @ @ @ revealed that upon the Queen ’ s departure from the throne , she ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ than , wait for it… Prince Charles .
Understandably , not everyone was shocked by @ @ @ @ @ Here are some thoughts : 9 funniest things people said about the so-called Irish accents @ @ @ @

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If you’re not sitting down, now might be a good time to grab a chair, because US Weekly has just dropped some exclusive news.
In what might be the scoop of the century, the celebrity and entertainment magazine has revealed that upon the Queen’s departure from the throne, she’ll be replaced by none other than, wait for it… Prince Charles.
Exclusive: Prince Charles is ready to become the King of England whenever his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, decides to step down from the throne. https://t.co/p6Opk4xMSr — Us Weekly (@usweekly) November 11, 2020
Understandably, not everyone was shocked by the “exclusive”. Here are some thoughts:
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Exclusive: Monarchy proceeds exactly according to previously established plan. https://t.co/xffQpuj9Mr — Paul Fairie (@paulisci) November 11, 2020
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Incredible scoop here. Bet every newspaper editor is fuming at their newsroom for not getting this exclusive. https://t.co/7MrOySbAmB — Stephen Canning (@EssexCanning) November 11, 2020
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I mean yes, that is his job https://t.co/2DV2QdRL5M — Mollie Goodfellow (@hansmollman) November 11, 2020
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Me, editing: I'm quite reticent to use the word 'exclusive', we don't want to over-do it. Us Weekly, tweeting: https://t.co/PYv3S3UXpf — Richard Johnstone (@RichRJohnstone) November 11, 2020
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Exclusive news from February 1952. https://t.co/qG2fPFjFLR — Justin Lewis (@WhenIsBirths) November 11, 2020
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I've been living in a hereditary monarchy for 34 years and… Us just…just tweeted it out. https://t.co/0kfm1qdt1s — James Ball (@jamesrbuk) November 11, 2020
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Quote-tweeting to dunk on the original tweet is often frowned upon but I feel it is justified in this case, for a) calling this “an exclusive” and b) getting a fundamental fact wrong (he’ll be king of the U.K., not just England) https://t.co/HTRfChSruP — Marc Blank-Settle (@MarcSettle) November 11, 2020
In conclusion:
Your scoop is that we’re living under a monarchy. Did… did I just wake up hundreds of years in the past — James Felton (@JimMFelton) November 11, 2020
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