Nik Nak’s Daily Teaser — 27th April 2026.

27th April, 2026.

Right … it’s officially the case: that I’m off to my weight management meeting, this morning.

But … ?

I’ve woken up with the phrase, ‘knob celery’, floating around my head.

Why?

I don’t know.

But I’d love to know if there’s a word along the lines of ‘earworm’: that describes a phrase that’s stuck in your head, rather than a song.

Heigh … ho!

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The King, along-side Queen Camilla, is to head for the US, today.

For the State Visit that’s been planned since before the shooting at the White House.

Personally?

I’d be comfier if it wasn’t happening.

The 47th President isn’t exactly tactful: and could easily open his gob and say something stupid.

But, beyond that?

I’m concerned that — despite White House reassurances — there’s a chance the King could get shot.

I’d rather he didn’t: practicalities* aside, the political implications would be huge.

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Nik Nak’s Daily Teaser — 26th April 2026.

26th April, 2026.

I think we can safely say I have plans.

via GIPHY

Although they’re not plans to take over the world.

I wouldn’t have the budget!

No: instead of taking over the world, I’m planning a piece on ripping — copying — Blu-ray discs, and circumventing the copy protection in the process.

I’ve done the script outline.

Now all I need to do is script the thing, record the video footage, edit the thing together, render, and upload the results to YouTube.

One day … ?

I shall get a life … 

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There’s been an incident at this year’s White House Correspondents Dinner.

Apparently?

A gunman attempted to break in and shoot some of America’s senior political figures: including the 47th President.

I’m … 

I’m glad the shooter’s been caught alive.

The authorities can ask him what his motives were.

There’s a but.

This is — what? — about the second or third time someone’s tried taking a potshot at the President.

I could ask what the President’s doing wrong.

I don’t know.

But?

The King’s upcoming visit to the US looks increasingly unwise: the President’s not safe to be around …

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Nik Nak’s Daily Teaser — 25th April 2026. (Six Questions)

25th April, 2026.

Right … The 47th President of the USA is a twit!

No, really!

It’s under his watch that a leaked email from the Pentagon has shown the US plans to ‘review its position’ regarding sovereignty of the islands.

A review that — at a guess — would ignore the fact the people of the Falklands voted to remain a British Overseas Territory.

I can only assume one thing.

That the US President is asleep on the job … 

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I’ve got a box set on order: from Amazon.

Or, at least, I have a blu-ray boxset on order: from a third party seller on Amazon.

It’s due to turn up at the start of May.

Here’s hoping it does.

With my building’s aerial still out of commission, I’d appreciate having something to watch!

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Nik Nak’s Daily Teaser — 24th April 2026.

24th April, 2026.

Hmmm … 

There’s a newly introduced fund that’s supposed to help those of us on a low income: called the ‘Crisis and Resilience Fund’.

The arm of the fund aimed at Essex residents?

Is run by Southend Council.

I applied to it, a couple of weeks ago, if you recall: and was happy to wait.

I got the decision letter, a couple of days ago.

I’ve been refused help: as I’m ‘not in financial shock’ … !

My ‘Donate’ button’s in the sidebar … !

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I’ve been following the progress of the Assisted Dying Bill through Parliament,

And, while I can’t see myself needing or wanting an assisted death?

Think it’s much like abortion: a thing that should be legally available.

Those of us who need it, should be able to get it: freely and legally.

Unfortunately?

The current bill is going through the House of Lords, and looks like it will run out of time.

I think that’s a great shame … 

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Nik Nak’s Daily Teaser — 23-4-2026 — Castile and León (Ten questions)

23rd April, 2026: Castile and León.

Right then … !

It’s payday!

Which means several things.

I’ve just spent ten minutes working out how much spending money I’ve got!

And swearing at the DWP: as the annual increase in Universal Credit doesn’t go very far.

I would say that pay raise is better than a poke in the eye with a blunt stick.

Ha!

Since when … ?

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One good thing … ?

Is my shorts.

Short videos, I should add!

That’s certainly helped my subscriber numbers.

Thank you, if you’re one of them!

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