New book by #AlanGarner will be published by 4th Estate Books on 10th October 2024 Karolina Sutton

Tim Walker gofund.me/39f99471 There's this fundraiser going on to help rebuild Bash Cafe in Belfast after it got attacked during some recent riots. Every little bit helps Mohammed get back on his feet, so if you could donate or even just share the link, that'd be awesome.

Let's help Citizens Advice Sunderland rebuild after the horrific riots. They need our support now more than ever. Please donate, like, comment, and share to spread the word. Every bit helps! gofund.me/ae591783

As of today, this is how women must dress in Afghanistan, according to the Taliban's Supreme Leader. The following rules are now in effect: The full face must be covered—no hands, nothing visible. The black veil was presented as a "recommendation" a year ago, now it is the law.

It's time to tell the UK Government that we've had enough - the keeping of elephants in zoos must end. Will you lend your voice to our petition for an Elephant-Free UK? support.bornfree.org.uk/page/136763/pe…

The Taliban have recently issued a new law banning women from singing in public or letting their voices be heard outside the house. In response, Afghan women have been singing this song and other songs and posting videos of it on social media. hrw.org/news/2024/08/2…

archaeologytea.wordpress.com The impact of the finding of Lindow Man on late prehistoric research in North West England 40 years on

A short break from all the craziness going on around... This photo of birds on power lines from Dan Ilic looks like musical notation. So I tried to play it.

As it's Friday, I'm asking all my followers to please retweet (and comment) on this post if you see it, to help my bird account be seen! 🙏😀 To make it worth sharing, here's a cute little Wren reflection. 😍 🐦 Thank you very much! 📷😊♥️

A lovely new comic book about the discovery and challenges of interpretation of a petroglyph found out of context in the entrance passageway of the hillfort at Nesscliffe. Link follows: 1/ #hillfortswednesday

“The nature of childhood has changed. There may not be another Alan Garner if children cannot ramble around their home streets and hills and fields.” 📖 Book of the Day: Kathleen Jamie on Alan Garner newstatesman.com/culture/books/…

The DEC has launched the Middle East Humanitarian Appeal for people affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Lebanon and the wider region. #MiddleEastAppeal Donate today. All donations will make a difference. bit.ly/MiddleEastHuma…

Top quality rant from Ian Leslie ian-leslie.com/p/why-giving-u…

Pumpkins: Halloween is one night. If you have to waste a food item (and I strongly suggest you don't), please put it out for one night, then dispose of it. Please DO NOT put it out for the wildlife. Once you've handled it, cut it, left it out in the open, unrefrigerated, it

Joy often requires effort to find, while sadness comes easily. Yet, pursuing joy is worthwhile—it's what we truly need as it illuminates the path through difficult times. From the Yukon, Canada, I am sharing good winter vibes and positivity with everyone! ❄️

I just signed the petition urging world leaders to create ocean sanctuaries and protect our blue planet. Will you do the same? greenpeace.org/international/…

Darkness has always been and will always be around us. Hope, however, shines like a light in these dark times. Hope lights up our inner strength and helps us keep going, even when things are tough. Don't give up on hope—it's what keeps us going when times are hard. From my snowy

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