Caroline Thomas
@carolinelt.bsky.social
Trying to make the world a better place
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Still reeling from the Stanford report on Brexit. Reduced GDP by up to 8% and investment by as much as 18%. The UK Treasury would have £40 billion more each year if Britain had remained in the EU. Devastating self-immolation.
The Economic Impact of Brexit
Other
siepr.stanford.edu
November 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Still reeling from the Stanford report on Brexit. Reduced GDP by up to 8% and investment by as much as 18%. The UK Treasury would have £40 billion more each year if Britain had remained in the EU. Devastating self-immolation.
Feature Friday! Birds of the World adds #Portuguese to growing language offerings #brazil #portugal
birdsoftheworld.org/bow/news/por...
birdsoftheworld.org/bow/news/por...
November 14, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Airline strands ex-BBC editor, citing Parkinson's www.bbc.com/news/article... Don’t travel with Turkish Airlines- they discriminate against people with Parkinson’s
'My sin was having Parkinson's': Presenter left stranded
Mark Mardell was left feeling 'humiliated' after he was told he could not board a flight.
www.bbc.com
October 27, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Airline strands ex-BBC editor, citing Parkinson's www.bbc.com/news/article... Don’t travel with Turkish Airlines- they discriminate against people with Parkinson’s
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You'd get to work a lot with me as I'm research director!
We're hiring!
Join the University of Cambridge as a School Research Grant Administrator in the School of the Humanities & Social Sciences.
Primarily support research grants at the Bennett School of Public Policy & beyond.
Apply by 2 Nov 2025
www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/school-...
Join the University of Cambridge as a School Research Grant Administrator in the School of the Humanities & Social Sciences.
Primarily support research grants at the Bennett School of Public Policy & beyond.
Apply by 2 Nov 2025
www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/school-...
October 24, 2025 at 3:26 PM
You'd get to work a lot with me as I'm research director!
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Join our Virtual Open Day to learn about our graduate courses starting Oct 2026 with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @terzibus.bsky.social
📅 4 Nov 2025
🕒 9–11am
Meet course directors, ask questions, and explore our MPhils in Digital Policy & Public Policy.
www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday
📅 4 Nov 2025
🕒 9–11am
Meet course directors, ask questions, and explore our MPhils in Digital Policy & Public Policy.
www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday
October 10, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Join our Virtual Open Day to learn about our graduate courses starting Oct 2026 with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @terzibus.bsky.social
📅 4 Nov 2025
🕒 9–11am
Meet course directors, ask questions, and explore our MPhils in Digital Policy & Public Policy.
www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday
📅 4 Nov 2025
🕒 9–11am
Meet course directors, ask questions, and explore our MPhils in Digital Policy & Public Policy.
www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday
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Museo Casa Kahlo opened recently in Mexico City. The collection is small, but the insight it offers into Frida Kahlo’s formative years is valuable
Is there anything left to say about Frida Kahlo?
A third museum focused on the artist has just opened in Mexico City
econ.st
October 9, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Museo Casa Kahlo opened recently in Mexico City. The collection is small, but the insight it offers into Frida Kahlo’s formative years is valuable
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Restored Hogarth murals at London hospital open to public for first time
Restored Hogarth murals at London hospital open to public for first time
St Bartholomew’s hopes 18th-century satirist’s two large-scale paintings will become a must-see for art fans
They had remained almost unseen for 300 years, but now two of William Hogarth’s masterpiece murals are available to the public for the first time.
The North Wing at St Bartholomew’s hospital in London, which contains The Pool of Bethesda and The Good Samaritan – two large-scale murals by the British painter – has opened after a £9.5m restoration project. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
October 6, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Restored Hogarth murals at London hospital open to public for first time
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Somewhere free, quiet, and right next to Liverpool Street? 👀
Whether you’ve got a deadline looming, are polishing off a chapter on your lunch break, or hunting for a calm spot to do some work, our new Reading Room is open to you.
👋 https://www.bishopsgate.org.uk/whats-on/activity/reading-room/
Whether you’ve got a deadline looming, are polishing off a chapter on your lunch break, or hunting for a calm spot to do some work, our new Reading Room is open to you.
👋 https://www.bishopsgate.org.uk/whats-on/activity/reading-room/
Reading Room | Bishopsgate Institute
The Reading Room is separate to the Researchers’ Service, so if you’d like to look at our special collections and archives, you’ll need this instead https:
www.bishopsgate.org.uk
October 3, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Somewhere free, quiet, and right next to Liverpool Street? 👀
Whether you’ve got a deadline looming, are polishing off a chapter on your lunch break, or hunting for a calm spot to do some work, our new Reading Room is open to you.
👋 https://www.bishopsgate.org.uk/whats-on/activity/reading-room/
Whether you’ve got a deadline looming, are polishing off a chapter on your lunch break, or hunting for a calm spot to do some work, our new Reading Room is open to you.
👋 https://www.bishopsgate.org.uk/whats-on/activity/reading-room/
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Would you like to write for The Economist? We are seeking an Asia correspondent. The role involves extensive travel across the region. Find out how to apply here
The Economist is hiring an Asia correspondent
Join The Economist’s Foreign Department
econ.st
October 1, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Would you like to write for The Economist? We are seeking an Asia correspondent. The role involves extensive travel across the region. Find out how to apply here
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The Resolution Foundation is hiring economists! www.resolutionfoundation.org/about-us/opp...
Opportunities: Resolution Foundation
We're looking for exceptional candidates to join the Resolution Foundation team.
www.resolutionfoundation.org
September 1, 2025 at 11:04 AM
The Resolution Foundation is hiring economists! www.resolutionfoundation.org/about-us/opp...
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One final summer show to go…! Helsinki Festival, we’re coming for you.
If you’re nearby, come and join us on Aug 25th.
🎟️ www.bandsintown.com/a/4761
If you’re nearby, come and join us on Aug 25th.
🎟️ www.bandsintown.com/a/4761
August 23, 2025 at 9:37 AM
One final summer show to go…! Helsinki Festival, we’re coming for you.
If you’re nearby, come and join us on Aug 25th.
🎟️ www.bandsintown.com/a/4761
If you’re nearby, come and join us on Aug 25th.
🎟️ www.bandsintown.com/a/4761
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Why doesn’t the BBC blaze the glories of its orchestras year round, not just at the Proms?
Why doesn’t the BBC blaze the glories of its orchestras year round, not just at the Proms?
The orchestras and choirs of the Danish Broadcasting Corporation are at the centre of Denmark’s cultural life. As its Symphony Orchestra comes to the Proms, what the BBC can learn from its European counterpart?
www.theguardian.com
August 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Why doesn’t the BBC blaze the glories of its orchestras year round, not just at the Proms?
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We’re hiring a Media Manager 📢
Can you identify compelling news stories that resonate with the mainstream media and political debates?
Do you thrive in shaping strategy and working with colleagues to turn policy ideas into media successes?
Apply: jrf.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/c....
Can you identify compelling news stories that resonate with the mainstream media and political debates?
Do you thrive in shaping strategy and working with colleagues to turn policy ideas into media successes?
Apply: jrf.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/c....
Octo Candidates - Application Form - Vacancy Details
jrf.octo-firstclass.co.uk
August 7, 2025 at 8:35 AM
We’re hiring a Media Manager 📢
Can you identify compelling news stories that resonate with the mainstream media and political debates?
Do you thrive in shaping strategy and working with colleagues to turn policy ideas into media successes?
Apply: jrf.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/c....
Can you identify compelling news stories that resonate with the mainstream media and political debates?
Do you thrive in shaping strategy and working with colleagues to turn policy ideas into media successes?
Apply: jrf.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/c....
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One more time, just in case anyone hasn't yet seen it. Gutted at today's news of a double child drowning. Please read and share.
Thanks for the reminder @janemunday.bsky.social. Every summer, I repost this article DROWNING DOES NOT LOOK LIKE DROWNING. To date, I know of FOUR kids who were saved after someone who'd clicked on the link learnt how to spot actual drowning. Take time to read and pass on.
slate.com/technology/2...
slate.com/technology/2...
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning
Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.
slate.com
July 30, 2025 at 5:22 PM
One more time, just in case anyone hasn't yet seen it. Gutted at today's news of a double child drowning. Please read and share.
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In Oxford? Got kids? There’s a great exhibition of stunning blown-up photos of insects (plus lots more) at the Museum of Natural History
www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/micros...
www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/micros...
Microsculpture
Over the coming months, as we work on their new, permanent displays, our 6 latest display cases will feature an exhibition of work by British photographer Levon Biss.
www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk
July 30, 2025 at 7:40 PM
In Oxford? Got kids? There’s a great exhibition of stunning blown-up photos of insects (plus lots more) at the Museum of Natural History
www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/micros...
www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/micros...
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Would you like to work for The Economist in Seoul? We’re looking for a fluent speaker of Korean and English to report, research, interpret and fact-check. Find out how to apply here
The Economist is hiring a Seoul-based researcher/reporter
We’re looking for a fluent speaker of Korean and English
econ.st
July 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Would you like to work for The Economist in Seoul? We’re looking for a fluent speaker of Korean and English to report, research, interpret and fact-check. Find out how to apply here
Great news! Just a last push now to make this a reality - please sign it one and all! #parkypetition100k
Even if I did have to wake at 3:30 to see this it’s exciting. We’re nearly there (even if “there” is just another beginning) so please join us on the journey to #parkypetition100K and beyond!! petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
July 15, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Great news! Just a last push now to make this a reality - please sign it one and all! #parkypetition100k
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Some gut microbes can absorb and help expel ‘forever chemicals’ from the body, research shows
Some gut microbes can absorb and help expel ‘forever chemicals’ from the body, research shows
Previously, the only way to reduce levels of Pfas was by bloodletting or a drug with unpleasant side effects
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Certain kinds of gut microbes absorb toxic Pfas “forever chemicals” and help expel them from the body via feces, new first-of-its-kind University of Cambridge research shows.
The findings are welcome news as the only options that exist for reducing the level of dangerous Pfas compounds from the body are bloodletting and a cholesterol drug that induces unpleasant side effects. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
July 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Some gut microbes can absorb and help expel ‘forever chemicals’ from the body, research shows
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Ooh the #parkypetition100K is in the nervous 90s. Can we hit 93000 by 8:20am?
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
July 12, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Ooh the #parkypetition100K is in the nervous 90s. Can we hit 93000 by 8:20am?
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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Now folks this is good but the rate of signup is a bit slow compared to recent days - can we get to 87500 by 0820? petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
July 9, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Now folks this is good but the rate of signup is a bit slow compared to recent days - can we get to 87500 by 0820? petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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We have a great job opportunity for an economic analyst focused on fiscal in our Brussels office BUT so far hardly any women have applied. Pls help us changed that and spread the word! Job posting: dezernatzukunft-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/person...
July 7, 2025 at 6:27 AM
We have a great job opportunity for an economic analyst focused on fiscal in our Brussels office BUT so far hardly any women have applied. Pls help us changed that and spread the word! Job posting: dezernatzukunft-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/person...
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Wise words from Mark Damazer about the importance of the BBC to the UK on.ft.com/3Tlb0cx The BBC’s constant cornucopia of trouble
The BBC’s constant cornucopia of trouble
Almost everyone is almost always cross with the UK’s public service broadcaster
on.ft.com
July 5, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Wise words from Mark Damazer about the importance of the BBC to the UK on.ft.com/3Tlb0cx The BBC’s constant cornucopia of trouble
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Doing things differently here? After decades of hype, Greater Manchester is starting to look like something rare; an actual UK economic sucess story. I had a look into the latest economic data for @manchestermill.bsky.social to find out more (1/4)
July 2, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Doing things differently here? After decades of hype, Greater Manchester is starting to look like something rare; an actual UK economic sucess story. I had a look into the latest economic data for @manchestermill.bsky.social to find out more (1/4)
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Listen to @stephenfry.bsky.social - sign the #parkypetition100K to improve care for people with #parkinsons
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
July 2, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Listen to @stephenfry.bsky.social - sign the #parkypetition100K to improve care for people with #parkinsons
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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uk.givergy.com/movers-black... Wow this is exciting - with Cure Parkinson’s #Movers&Shakers offering 2 tickets to this historic gig and asking raffle entrants to sign #parkypetition100K
The Movers and Shakers Black Sabbath Prize Draw 2025 | Powered by Givergy
Bid on exclusive money can't buy items & experiences with Cure Parkinson's. Enter into one of our charity auctions, prize draws or buy exclusive items
uk.givergy.com
July 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM
uk.givergy.com/movers-black... Wow this is exciting - with Cure Parkinson’s #Movers&Shakers offering 2 tickets to this historic gig and asking raffle entrants to sign #parkypetition100K