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Dress rehearsal yesterday for Semele at Covent Garden. Posh place, the Royal Opera House — you can tell from the names on the cast list…
June 28, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Dress rehearsal yesterday for Semele at Covent Garden. Posh place, the Royal Opera House — you can tell from the names on the cast list…
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Kumiko latticework folding screen at the Japan House exhibition on ‘The Craft of Carpentry: Drawing Life from Japan’s Forests.’
June 29, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Kumiko latticework folding screen at the Japan House exhibition on ‘The Craft of Carpentry: Drawing Life from Japan’s Forests.’
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Pioneering project releases more lost Irish records spanning 700 years
Pioneering project releases more lost Irish records spanning 700 years
Newly restored material from vast archive destroyed in civil war takes in Anglo-Norman conquest and 1798 rebellion
Seven centuries of lost historical records covering espionage, political corruption and the lives of ordinary people in Ireland have been recovered and are being released.
A pioneering project to fill gaps in Irish history is making 175,000 more records and millions more words of searchable content freely available to researchers and members of the public. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
June 30, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Pioneering project releases more lost Irish records spanning 700 years
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Scott’s Grotto at Ware, Herts. A maze of seashell-decorated tunnels and chambers, all that’s left of the spacious garden designed by John Scott, 18thC Quaker, poet, pamphleteer, road builder and friend of Samuel Johnson. In weather like this, deliciously cool…
June 30, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Scott’s Grotto at Ware, Herts. A maze of seashell-decorated tunnels and chambers, all that’s left of the spacious garden designed by John Scott, 18thC Quaker, poet, pamphleteer, road builder and friend of Samuel Johnson. In weather like this, deliciously cool…
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The summerhouse or gazebo atop Scott’s Grotto at Ware, Herts. It once commanded a fine prospect over the valley of the Lea — until the trees grew and urban sprawl spoilt the view…
June 30, 2025 at 8:40 AM
The summerhouse or gazebo atop Scott’s Grotto at Ware, Herts. It once commanded a fine prospect over the valley of the Lea — until the trees grew and urban sprawl spoilt the view…
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Splendid grotto. I recommend a visit - just £2.
Scott’s Grotto at Ware, Herts. A maze of seashell-decorated tunnels and chambers, all that’s left of the spacious garden designed by John Scott, 18thC Quaker, poet, pamphleteer, road builder and friend of Samuel Johnson. In weather like this, deliciously cool…
June 30, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Splendid grotto. I recommend a visit - just £2.
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At a time of crisis for the History departments across the UK @ihr.bsky.social has made available a unique archive of interviews with leading post-war British historians. They point to the importance of history & the urgent need to defend the profession. historyandpolicy.org/opinion-arti...
At a time of crisis for the profession, a unique collection of interviews demonstrates the importance of history. - History & Policy
At a time of crisis for the History departments across the UK, the Institute of Historical Research has made available a unique archive of interviews with some of the profession's leading post-war Bri...
historyandpolicy.org
July 1, 2025 at 7:42 AM
At a time of crisis for the History departments across the UK @ihr.bsky.social has made available a unique archive of interviews with leading post-war British historians. They point to the importance of history & the urgent need to defend the profession. historyandpolicy.org/opinion-arti...
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Delighted to share this fantastic news @heritagecouncil.ie & @ucdarchives.bsky.social!
A new bursary to support students undertaking the MA in Archives & Records Management has been announced. The bursary will cover 75% of tuition fees for 1 student.
For full article - www.araireland.ie/news
A new bursary to support students undertaking the MA in Archives & Records Management has been announced. The bursary will cover 75% of tuition fees for 1 student.
For full article - www.araireland.ie/news
July 1, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Delighted to share this fantastic news @heritagecouncil.ie & @ucdarchives.bsky.social!
A new bursary to support students undertaking the MA in Archives & Records Management has been announced. The bursary will cover 75% of tuition fees for 1 student.
For full article - www.araireland.ie/news
A new bursary to support students undertaking the MA in Archives & Records Management has been announced. The bursary will cover 75% of tuition fees for 1 student.
For full article - www.araireland.ie/news
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Doctors & journalists have risked their lives to make this BBC Gaza doco which had passed editorial and legal compliance. The BBC should either air it or allow filmmakers @BasementFilms @bendepear to take it to another broadcaster.
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/m...
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/m...
Doctors and whistleblowers in delayed Gaza film threaten to pull out
Exclusive: Contributors to Gaza: Medics Under Fire may withdraw consent due to BBC’s delays to broadcast it
www.theguardian.com
May 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Doctors & journalists have risked their lives to make this BBC Gaza doco which had passed editorial and legal compliance. The BBC should either air it or allow filmmakers @BasementFilms @bendepear to take it to another broadcaster.
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/m...
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/m...
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UCL has acquired rare correspondence between #GeorgeOrwell and his original publisher.
Now in the care of @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, the letters offer insight into Orwell’s early literary relationships, his approach to publishing and his response to criticism.
www.theguardian.com/books/2025/m...
Now in the care of @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, the letters offer insight into Orwell’s early literary relationships, his approach to publishing and his response to criticism.
www.theguardian.com/books/2025/m...
About 160 historic George Orwell papers saved for nation after outcry
Exclusive: University College London acquires Gollancz archive that was in danger of being dispersed forever
www.theguardian.com
May 9, 2025 at 3:02 PM
UCL has acquired rare correspondence between #GeorgeOrwell and his original publisher.
Now in the care of @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, the letters offer insight into Orwell’s early literary relationships, his approach to publishing and his response to criticism.
www.theguardian.com/books/2025/m...
Now in the care of @uclspeccoll.bsky.social, the letters offer insight into Orwell’s early literary relationships, his approach to publishing and his response to criticism.
www.theguardian.com/books/2025/m...
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The rhetoric from Trump’s administration is the equivalent of an arsonist celebrating the extinguishing the fire he started.
#USChina #USCHINATRADEDEAL
#USChina #USCHINATRADEDEAL
May 12, 2025 at 8:24 AM
The rhetoric from Trump’s administration is the equivalent of an arsonist celebrating the extinguishing the fire he started.
#USChina #USCHINATRADEDEAL
#USChina #USCHINATRADEDEAL
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This won't have much impact on net migration, but will hinder integration, promote "churn", and increase hardship.
Mean-spirited, unnecessary, and unpopular.
www.ft.com/content/f844...
Mean-spirited, unnecessary, and unpopular.
www.ft.com/content/f844...
Migrants will have to spend decade in UK before applying to stay
Government to also end visas for care workers as part of immigration clampdown
www.ft.com
May 12, 2025 at 6:35 AM
This won't have much impact on net migration, but will hinder integration, promote "churn", and increase hardship.
Mean-spirited, unnecessary, and unpopular.
www.ft.com/content/f844...
Mean-spirited, unnecessary, and unpopular.
www.ft.com/content/f844...
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My thoughts on the disgraceful removal of Dr Carla Hayden as Librarian of Congress (and the Archivist of the United States too). LC and NARA are part if the infrastructure of democracy in America, and are under attack. on.ft.com/4mdynBU The US Library of Congress is under attack
The US Library of Congress is under attack
An institution that survived British torching in 1814 is now facing a new onslaught
on.ft.com
May 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM
My thoughts on the disgraceful removal of Dr Carla Hayden as Librarian of Congress (and the Archivist of the United States too). LC and NARA are part if the infrastructure of democracy in America, and are under attack. on.ft.com/4mdynBU The US Library of Congress is under attack
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In memoriam Prof. Sir Rees Davies (d. 16 May 2005).
May 16, 2025 at 3:53 PM
In memoriam Prof. Sir Rees Davies (d. 16 May 2005).
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12 varieties of cherry tree and 21 of dwarf pear tree listed in the plan for John Evelyn’s garden. Enjoyed the British Library’s new ‘Unearthed’ exhibition but wish it could have been silent, without intrusive videos of people talking - ironic in a library.
May 18, 2025 at 6:48 AM
12 varieties of cherry tree and 21 of dwarf pear tree listed in the plan for John Evelyn’s garden. Enjoyed the British Library’s new ‘Unearthed’ exhibition but wish it could have been silent, without intrusive videos of people talking - ironic in a library.
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George Orwell once wrote: "In England all the boasting & flag-wagging is done by small minorities. The patriotism of ordinary people is not vocal".
So it begins…. #Reform
So it begins…. #Reform
May 5, 2025 at 10:53 AM
George Orwell once wrote: "In England all the boasting & flag-wagging is done by small minorities. The patriotism of ordinary people is not vocal".
So it begins…. #Reform
So it begins…. #Reform
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How the Getty Provenance Index is transforming art research.
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May 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
How the Getty Provenance Index is transforming art research.
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LIBERTY DEFEATS GOVERNMENT APPEAL AS COURT RULES ANTI-PROTEST LAWS ARE UNLAWFUL
This should be on every UK News channel. If they won’t report it I’ll do it myself
This should be on every UK News channel. If they won’t report it I’ll do it myself
🚨BREAKING
@libertyhq.bsky.social HAS WON ITS CASE TO #DefendDemocracy!
The Court of Appeal has ruled anti-protest laws which completely ignored will of Parliament are UNLAWFUL
Today’s judgement sends a powerful message to the government. It must now do the right thing
youtu.be/ZZxEUkEU5Lc?...
@libertyhq.bsky.social HAS WON ITS CASE TO #DefendDemocracy!
The Court of Appeal has ruled anti-protest laws which completely ignored will of Parliament are UNLAWFUL
Today’s judgement sends a powerful message to the government. It must now do the right thing
youtu.be/ZZxEUkEU5Lc?...
🚨BREAKING: Liberty wins its case in the Court of Appeal - anti-protest laws ruled UNLAWFUL!
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
May 2, 2025 at 5:23 PM
LIBERTY DEFEATS GOVERNMENT APPEAL AS COURT RULES ANTI-PROTEST LAWS ARE UNLAWFUL
This should be on every UK News channel. If they won’t report it I’ll do it myself
This should be on every UK News channel. If they won’t report it I’ll do it myself
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Return of the Mac. New book sounds good. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/a...
Is this river alive? Robert Macfarlane on the lives, deaths and rights of our rivers
As pollution levels hit record highs and fresh water becomes ‘the new oil’, is it time to radically reimagine our relationship to the natural world?
www.theguardian.com
April 26, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Return of the Mac. New book sounds good. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/a...
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How long is it before Louis Theroux is accused of antisemitism?
April 28, 2025 at 9:05 AM
How long is it before Louis Theroux is accused of antisemitism?
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This is a shameful hit job on Louis Theroux, published by the Spectator.
The magazine is edited by former Tory Secretary of State, Michael Gove.
The magazine is edited by former Tory Secretary of State, Michael Gove.
April 28, 2025 at 9:07 AM
This is a shameful hit job on Louis Theroux, published by the Spectator.
The magazine is edited by former Tory Secretary of State, Michael Gove.
The magazine is edited by former Tory Secretary of State, Michael Gove.
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Katherine Mansfield, Charles Darwin, and Amadou Hampâté Bâ Archives Added to UNESCO Register
www.finebooksmagazine.com/fine-books-n...
www.finebooksmagazine.com/fine-books-n...
Katherine Mansfield, Charles Darwin, and Amadou Hampâté Bâ Archives Added to UNESCO Register
UNESCO has added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its Memory of the World Register, covering topics such as the scientific revolution, women's contribution to history, and major milestones o...
www.finebooksmagazine.com
April 29, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Katherine Mansfield, Charles Darwin, and Amadou Hampâté Bâ Archives Added to UNESCO Register
www.finebooksmagazine.com/fine-books-n...
www.finebooksmagazine.com/fine-books-n...
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The author Jane Gardam has died at the age of 96, her publisher has announced.
Author Jane Gardam dies aged 96
www.thebookseller.com
April 29, 2025 at 12:35 PM
The author Jane Gardam has died at the age of 96, her publisher has announced.
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When Tory donor Frank Hester reportedly said Diane Abbott – the longest-serving Black MP – made him “want to hate all black women” and that she “should be shot”, Kemi Badenoch dismissed it as “trivia”. When Kneecap, made a similarly abhorrent past remark she wants them banned. #TwoTierKemi
May 1, 2025 at 7:47 AM
When Tory donor Frank Hester reportedly said Diane Abbott – the longest-serving Black MP – made him “want to hate all black women” and that she “should be shot”, Kemi Badenoch dismissed it as “trivia”. When Kneecap, made a similarly abhorrent past remark she wants them banned. #TwoTierKemi