Surprisingly sympathetic from the #Grauniad on the plight of #trans teenagers post-Cass.
Things feel as though they're getting pretty bad here. I can remember trying to persuade a trans friend to move from Lithuania to Scotland because I felt they would be safer here. It doesn't feel that way any more.
Today in Focus: Where does the Cass report leave trans teenagers?
The new Guardian Quick Cryptic crossword was exactly what I needed to finally 'get it' with cryptics - first time I've ever even managed a single clue, let alone completed the entire crossword!
@laukei I've gotten to grips with cryptics a couple of times over the years (rarely completing one - happy to do half the clues), but each time I try again, there are new conventions and it's hard work. Nice to see a puzzle that provides an easier way in. I miss Araucaria whose clues were often witty and always "worked".
Listening to the #Grauniad's Politics Weekly this morning, and what I'm hearing is John Harris and Kiran Stacey repeatedly talking over their colleague Gaby Hinsliff with no apparent self awareness. It's the most cringe-worthy display of blatant, privileged sexism.
Politics Weekly UK: Frank Hester, the Tory party and racism – Politics Weekly UK
The #Grauniad seems obsessed with solo travel at the moment and I think I approve, although it's worth remembering you're never alone with a finger puppet.