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Orkney Library & Archive @orkneylibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today is #HobbitDay because Bilbo and Frodo Baggins were both born on September 22nd. Normally we'd shire a hobbit pun or two but it might just feel like a tolkien gesture and we don't want to embarrass our elves. Anyway it's a good day to come and boromir #Tolkien books. 📚

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I’m angry. Enormously. Today, during another russian attack, a building on the grounds of the Sophia of Kyiv National Reserve was damaged. Yes, this is where the 11th-century St Sophia Cathedral stands. Luckily, it wasn’t damaged. russian barbarians.

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Kyiv is under almost constant air raid alerts because of attacks by jet-powered drones. It’s hard on businesses and people. We have to learn to live under new circumstances. I find it important to show you how we adapt and keep living our lives. Going to work out soon. As usual on Wednesdays.

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Workers Gallery @workersgallery.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Support our work and have fun - it's a win win! 😁🧩📸 From 6.45pm Friday 4th September.

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Chris Bowen @helyg.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I finally finished my little applique bookshop. Why does "small" always take so much more time than "large"?

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 18/08/2026

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,300 people, making it the deadliest outbreak in the country’s history. Mistrust, attacks on healthcare and lack of support for healthcare workers all contribute to the spread and lethality. Action is needed. Read more:

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DR Congo: Engage Communities in Ebola Response

The Congolese government and international partners should prioritize community engagement and limit the role of security forces in responding to the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of C...

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Workers Gallery @workersgallery.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We need photography lovers & photographers! Win this unique collectors item - a bespoke #jigsaw of an iconic photograph by #DanielMeadows + Specialist quiz with chances to win #photography goodies! Fundraiser for the Friends: Friday 4 September from 6.45pm www.workersgallery.co.uk/whatsonvisit

Poster in midblues, mustardyellows and rusty reds for Workers Friday Night Play Time. Main image is hand drawn cartoon of four figures holding huge jigsaw pieces and question marks.

Jigsaw box on table with a pencil design tablecloth. Jigsaw image is a man leaning on vintage double decker bus. Image by Daniel Meadows.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 14/08/2026

Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have forcibly disappeared six staff members of the nongovernmental group Women and Children Legal Research Foundation for nearly a month. They should immediately provide information on the six staff members’ whereabouts and release them if held unlawfully.

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Afghanistan: Taliban Forcibly Disappear 6 Rights Workers

Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have forcibly disappeared six staff members of the nongovernmental group Women and Children Legal Research Foundation (WCLRF) for nearly a month, Human Rights Watch ...

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Orkney Library & Archive @orkneylibrary.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Dough Ray Mears Fat Solar Tito. Our book trolleys are alive with the sound of music.

A book trolley with books on it called Dough Craft, Ray Mears, Fat, Solar, Tito.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 05/08/2026

The recent addition of 43 Chinese companies, including aluminum producers, to a US government forced labor list underscores the need for car companies to disengage from suppliers linked to Uyghur forced labor.

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US Government’s Uyghur Forced Labor List Targets Aluminum

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 29/07/2026

On July 28, Iran’s authorities publicly hanged two young men in connection with recent protests following a grossly unfair and summary trial. Over the past four months, Iranian authorities have arbitrarily executed at least 52 people on vague national security charges, including 26 protesters.

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Workers Gallery @workersgallery.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Meet and Make Friends - all welcome! Wednesday 15th July 12-2pm Get creative or pop in for a cuppa and a chat. This small social hey together is for those living with #dementia, their friends, family and carers. A small friendly group run by #volunteers from the Friends of the Workers Gallery.

Poster in dark yellow, mid blue and white. Top is two speech bubbles overlapped one saying Meet and Make Friends the other contains cartoon images including a camera, musical notes, knitting and some one drinking from a dotty cup.

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Workers Gallery @workersgallery.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

'Valleys women really know how to get their voice heard!' 'I never appreciated how revolting ordinary can be!' 'Wonderfully inspiring stories' What readers are saying about graphic novel Noisy Valley The Art of Protest by @myfanwytristram.bsky.social www.workersgallery.co.uk/product-page...

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Noisy Valley Graphic Novel by Myfanwy Tristram | workersgallery

Noisy Valley by Myfanwy Tristram.Special Rhondda Bundle. Paperback graphic novel plus greeting cards inspired by the Rhondda land/streetscapes by Gayle Rogers. This graphic novel is very close to ou...

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Remembering Srebrenica @srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

This week is Srebrenica Memorial Week. There will be events across the UK to mark the 31st anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, which you can find on our website. You can also mark this week with your own event or social media post - remember to tag us or use #Srebrenica31 tinyurl.com/3puj8h63

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Chris Bowen @helyg.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

You couldn't make this up could you. Insane, but sadly money always trumps morals.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 26/06/2026

A Tunis court has sentenced Sihem Bensedrine, a prominent human rights defender and former president of the Truth and Dignity Commission, to a total of 25 years in prison and a heavy fine, apparently in retaliation for her work.

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Tunisia: Rights Defender Given 25-Year Sentence

A Tunis court on June 26, 2026, sentenced Sihem Bensedrine, 75, a prominent human rights defender and former president of the Truth and Dignity Commission, to a total of 25 years in prison and a heavy...

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Remembering Srebrenica @srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

The International day of for the elimination of sexual violence in conflict, recognises sexual violence in war, which is still common across the globe. In Bosnia, between 20,000-50,000 women were raped in the war. Learn about the Women of Bosnia's story: tinyurl.com/mtkrwkph

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

It is important to realize. russia does not only destroy Ukrainian cultural and historical sites. It destroys world heritage. Yours. Mine. And the heritage of those who will come after us.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 26/05/2026

This is further evidence indicating that the UAE is assisting or otherwise substantially contributing to the Rapid Support Forces’ capacity to commit war crimes. Read HRW’s full investigation. ⤵️ www.hrw.org/news/2026/05...

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Sudan: Colombians Linked to Atrocities Trained in UAE Bases

Colombian private military contractors apparently hired by a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based company transited through UAE military bases before being deployed to Sudan to support the abusive Rapid S...

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Remembering Srebrenica @srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Episode 3 of Untold Killing Season 2: The Camps The detainees’ lives changed completely from one day to another after being taken to the concentration camp. Learn more in Episode 3. Listen here: podfollow.com/untold-killi... #RememberingSrebrenica #WhiteArmbandDay #Prijedor

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UNTOLD KILLING: The Camps

The detainees' lives changed completely from one day to another after being taken to the concentration camp. Now revolving around torture, killings and everpresent fear, they had to adjust to a new...

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 18/05/2026

The Myanmar military and Arakan Army should end attacks on civilians, release everyone unlawfully detained, and provide redress to victims. Both parties should cooperate fully with UN and other independent investigations. Read the full report: www.hrw.org/report/2026/...

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

The death toll in Kyiv has risen to eight people. Tomorrow is a day of mourning. Every person killed was a whole world to someone.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 05/05/2026

NEW: The Chinese government is imposing Chinese-medium education and ideological indoctrination on kindergarten children in its efforts to force Tibetans to assimilate.

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

I promised to show you the trucks @flore14.bsky.social brought to Kyiv with the convoy. 39 trucks this time. Including #1,000, which went to special forces. Please follow Florence and support her important mission. Thank you!

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Good morning. We are open. 📖☕️

You’re only one book away from a better day.

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Chris Bowen @helyg.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

A long overdue visit to the @workersgallery.bsky.social but luckily still in time to enjoy the "Rhondda Drawn and Read" exhibition. Great to catch up on all the news and of course there was a bit of retail therapy as well.

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Dan Sheehan @dansheehan.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

You know what doesn't get its support unceremoniously pulled by a tech company? Fuckin' books, brother

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Wednesday is upon us, Bert and I will be here today for your bookish needs! - Michael

I have always imagined that paradise will be a kind of library

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Chris Williams @masterwoodchip.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Recently completed cross for the church in Llantrisant. Made from reclaimed oak and gold leaf. #art #sculpture

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 31/03/2026

Iranian officials should revoke the campaign and prohibit all military and paramilitary forces in Iran from enlisting children under 18.

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Remembering Srebrenica @srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

#OTD On this day in 2003, the first 600 burials took place at the cemetery and memorial in Potočari. The memorial complex was formally opened later that year, in September. Nearly 6,700 victims are buried at the site and 8,372 have their names marked.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 11/03/2026

Deported and forcibly transferred Ukrainian children should be returned, and the Russian officials responsible must be held accountable. Read HRW’s 2022 research on forcible transfers:

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“We Had No Choice”

The 71-page report, “‘We Had No Choice’: ‘Filtration’ and the War Crime of Forcibly Transferring Ukrainian Civilians to Russia,” documents the transfers of Ukrainian civilians. The transfers are a ser...

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Good Morning! We are open.

For most of history, anonymous was a woman.
Virginia Woolf

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 08/03/2026

Constant threats and backlash undermine women's rights around the globe, but women still continue to fight against repression. This International Women's Day, we honor the courage of those working to improve the lives of women and girls everywhere. #IWD26 #InternationalWomensDay

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Chris Williams @masterwoodchip.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Here's some of my furniture featuring a Welsh blanket pattern. #art #design #furniture

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 03/03/2026

Her death is a profound loss for Iraq’s human rights community and for women and girls whose lives she helped protect. HRW calls on Iraqi authorities to urgently and transparently investigate the killing and ensure accountability, as well as strengthen protections for human rights defenders.

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Remembering Srebrenica @srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Wishing all citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina a happy Independence Day today! Želimo sve najbolje svim građanima Bosne i Hercegovine danas, na Dan nezavisnosti BiH!

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Storyville Books @storyvillebooks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

World Book Day is coming! Up until March 15th, All World Book Day titles are FREE with a World Book Day voucher or £1 without a voucher. A voucher also allows for £1 off any non book day books in store.

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 24/02/2026

It’s been four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war has resulted in tens of thousands of civilian casualties and triggered Europe’s largest displacement crisis since WWII. Justice and accountability remain essential: bit.ly/4rsXrXK

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Greetings from Kyiv. Today, I came to visit them. To say thank you – our fallen Heroes 💔

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 24/02/2026

Human Rights Watch is calling for international monitors to be given immediate unhindered access to all detention facilities and prisons. Learn more. ⤵️ www.hrw.org/news/2026/02...

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Storyville Books @storyvillebooks.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

BOOK FAIR: Over 25 authors, illustrators and publishers in the heart of Pontypridd town centre. Storytelling and crafts for the kids! Saturday 7th March 10am-3pm www.facebook.com/events/15067...

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Kyiv today. I want childhood to always be like this (only without the sound of generators).

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Workers Gallery @workersgallery.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Gayle is creating a graphic novel about his commemoration based on her PhD and shared memories from family, friends and fans. youtu.be/mKeBboKk2EY?... #DuncanEdwards #football #MunichAirDisaster

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What Time's Kick off? Graphic Novel in Progress: Munich Air Crash Busby Babe Man Utd Duncan Edwards

YouTube video by The WORKERS Gallery, Studio and Workshop

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