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Howard Williams BSc MA PhD FSA
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Howard M. R. Williams is a British archaeologist and academic who is Professor of Archaeology at the University of Chester in England. His research focuses on the study of death, burial and memory in Early Medieval Britain. .. more

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Clare Downham @downham.bsky.social · 1d
www.nus.org.uk/dont-freeze-...
Don’t Freeze Our Futures: Reform Student Loans
Student loans are no longer fit for purpose. Urge the Chancellor to unfreeze repayment thresholds, reform interest rates, and introduce fairer terms.
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 1d
For what it is worth, I've been covering all this over on TikTok. Solidarity!

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Northumbria UCU Branch @ucunorthumbria.bsky.social · 1d
THIS IS WHAT A UNION LOOKS LIKE. THIS IS WHAT SOLIDARITY LOOKS LIKE. THIS IS WHAT STANDING UP FOR WHAT IS RIGHT LOOKS LIKE. IGNORE AT YOUR PERIL!

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Archaeologists Against Apartheid and Genocide @archagainstaparth.bsky.social · 1d
#boycotteaa

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 2d
Very clear from Greek archaeology here. International archaeologists - cancel your summer jolly and step up to a basic ethical stance in your behaviours and practice on this. Do better - do something!
aidanosullivan.bsky.social Aidan O'Sullivan @aidanosullivan.bsky.social · 2d
Association of Archaeologists in Greece withdraws from EAA conference 2026 in Athens

Difficult to see how international archaeologists can now attend given such opposition
yannisham.bsky.social Yannis Hamilakis 🍉 @yannisham.bsky.social · 3d
The Association of Archaeologists in Greece, representing all the archaeologists with permanent contracts in the state sector, is withdrawing its participation in the organizing of the @archaeologyeaa.bsky.social conference in Athens..Open letter, in English, below.

archaeol.gr/anoichti-epi...

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David J Bradley @davidjbradley.bsky.social · 2d
What's so amazing about Jim Henson as a puppeteer is that he could literally be explaining that Kermit is made out of felt and ping pong balls and yet Kermit still feels alive the whole time he's doing it

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Umberto Albarella STOP THE GENOCIDE! @umbertoalbarella.bsky.social · 2d
The European Association of Archaeologists Executive has worked hard to bury this result inside a long document. But we're going to make this triumph of compassion, common sense & demand for transparency known to all. Help us by sharing. @archagainstaparth.bsky.social @blacktrowel.bsky.social

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 2d
Bonekickers with Mia Coe: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qzus...

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Ulla Rajala @ullamr.bsky.social · 2d
Good news from the European Association of Archaeologists #Archaeology
The EAA board lost

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Sirio Canós-Donnay @siriocd.bsky.social · 2d
Here's a clearer version:

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Zena Kamash @zenakamash.bsky.social · 2d
🚨EAA per rollam vote results🚨

For anyone who doesn't want to trawl through a long document to find the results, I've compiled them here. Well done to everyone who voted for demonstrating strongly and clearly that change is needed 👏🏼👏🏼
Motion A: 468 members agreed to exclude Israeli institutional affiliations = 67% 237 did not agree; 77 abstained Motion B: 470 members did not approve of the actions of the Exexcutive Board = 79% 124 did approve; 205 abstained Motion C: 564 members supported a firm statement condemning the ongoing genocide in Palestine = 78% 160 did not support; 76 abstained Motion D: 410 supported change in statutes to ptovide mechanism to remove President and Executive Board = 58% 294 did not support; 95 abstained Motion E: 451 supported a vote on the viability of the current Officers (excl. Treasurer) = 67% 223 did not support; 125 abstained

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Aidan O'Sullivan @aidanosullivan.bsky.social · 2d
Association of Archaeologists in Greece withdraws from EAA conference 2026 in Athens

Difficult to see how international archaeologists can now attend given such opposition

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Yannis Hamilakis 🍉 @yannisham.bsky.social · 3d
The Association of Archaeologists in Greece, representing all the archaeologists with permanent contracts in the state sector, is withdrawing its participation in the organizing of the @archaeologyeaa.bsky.social conference in Athens..Open letter, in English, below.

archaeol.gr/anoichti-epi...
Ανοιχτή επιστολή σχετικά με τις εξελίξεις στην European Association of Archaeologists - Σύλλογος Ελλήνων Αρχαιολόγων
Ανοιχτή επιστολή σχετικά με τις εξελίξεις στην European Association of Archaeologists Κατόπιν της ομόφωνης απόφασης των μελών του…
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 5d
Shhh, you'll wake me up

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Michelle Franklin│Legends and Lectures @michellefranklin.bsky.social · 5d
IN NINE DAYS, I will be on @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social, talking about Victorian hoaxes! Join the Archaeodeath youtube channel and enjoy other great discussions on archaeology and history in the meantime:

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 5d
Very few people watch my Archaeodeath YouTube channel BECAUSE few people are true WINNERS! Most people on YouTube are LOSERS. Sad.
Archaeodeath is the GREATEST channel EVER.
Views are way down because I'm the BEST.
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The Archaeology and Heritage of Death and Memory - Past & Present Professor Howard Williams shares public lectures, interviews, chats and more!
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 5d
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 6d
Funerals to die for: The integration of animals in Germanic & Norse mortuary practices - New on YouTube from Archaeology - an interview with Dr Arild Klokkervoll. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6stw...
Funerals to die for: The integration of animals in Germanic & Norse mortuary practices
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 9d
Update: I've now declined two invitations to participate at the Athens #EAA meeting #boycottEAA
archagainstaparth.bsky.social Archaeologists Against Apartheid and Genocide @archagainstaparth.bsky.social · 23d
Tired of excuses and obfuscation from the EAA Executive?
Want a collegial and supportive society fit for its members?
Read our call for voting and boycotting below!
#boycottEAA
LINK: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Stop sign in red over the EAA Athens call. In black the text reads: “Save EAA. Vote. Boycott.”

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Save Ancient Studies Alliance @saveancientstudies.bsky.social · 10d
Our open access database features 1300+ entries of verified sources on topics related to all fields of Ancient Studies.
Find articles, sources, and exciting new projects and topics. Search by keyword, category, and cost. Most sources are free!
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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 10d
Dr Boneless, surely. I'm quote sure he picked up an honorary degree en route here or there?

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 10d
This video was spectacular

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Irina Manea @shieldofskuld.bsky.social · 10d
Archaeology in Greenland! #vikingsky
My apologies for the bombastic title (the algorithm is king on YouTube ugh) youtu.be/-tHNfN55-GU

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 12d
In the context of this deplorable situation with the #EAA, I cannot support participation in the forthcoming Athens conference.

I urge all archaeologists around the world, from students to professors, amateurs and professionals, to #boycottEAA
archagainstaparth.bsky.social Archaeologists Against Apartheid and Genocide @archagainstaparth.bsky.social · 23d
Tired of excuses and obfuscation from the EAA Executive?
Want a collegial and supportive society fit for its members?
Read our call for voting and boycotting below!
#boycottEAA
LINK: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Stop sign in red over the EAA Athens call. In black the text reads: “Save EAA. Vote. Boycott.”

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 12d
What's the latest with the #EAA debacle? I've been invited to participate in the Athens conference but I don't feel up-to-date regarding developments. I'm not currently a member.

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 13d
Thank you for always thinking of me!

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 14d
On Bad Batch atm, then Rebels. Thanks!

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Josiah Mortimer @josiahmortimer.bsky.social · 15d
Big fan of this memorial in Bath
Bench plaque: '"A bench? I wanted a pyramid!" Malcolm Purvis - a truly talented man'

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 15d
A quick reminder that tomorrow I'm giving a public talk at Leeds Library - Unearthing 'Sad and Sepulcrhal Pitchers': The Untold History of Cremation
archaeodeathprof.bsky.social Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · Jan 7
Archaeodeath public talk! 💀📢

Unearthing 'Sad and Sepulchral Pitchers': The Untold History of Cremation'

1pm-2pm - Friday 30th January 2026, Leeds Library

Book your ticket(s) here: events.humanitix.com/unearthing-s...

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Archaeodeath @archaeodeathprof.bsky.social · 15d
January 2026 Archaeodeath Review www.patreon.com/posts/januar...