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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Grab more🍿and this weekend, who is coming out to play with 'The Warriors'? This classic 1979 film is definitely one for an Autumn night. 🍂🍂🍂🍂 #movies #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Who remembers Point Horror? In Silent Witness by Carol Ellis, when Lucy’s friend Allen dies, she is faced with sorting out his stuff - there’s not much, but there is a video tape. There’s nothing unusual at first but when the tape is played, it reveals a strange and sinister secret. #booksky #books

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's the first day of October and this is how we celebrate? 🎃 #halloween #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

“What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured.” ― Kurt Vonnegut. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. #nature #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🍁 If you're a fan of Sherlock Holmes then you might want to check out www.arthur-conan-doyle.com, an online encyclopedia that is dedicated to the life and many creations of Sir. Arthur Conan Doyle🍁 #books #booksky #halloween

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

“The function of leadership is to produce more leaders. Not more followers.” ― Ralph Nader. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. #community #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Grab the🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿 #films #books #halloween

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Who remembers the Harvest Festival at school? It was when young people would take in goods, help box them up and a school trip meant distributing them to elderly and vulnerable people within the local community. 🎃 🍂 🍁 🍃 #foodbanks #harvestfestival #community

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

“True beauty is measured by the number of pearls within you, not those around your neck.” ― Suzy Kassem. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. 🦢🦢🦢🦢 #nature #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The leaves are damp and a chill is in the air. There is nothing more elementary, than a cozy night with the worlds most famous detective in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles'. Are you brave enough to read it by candlelight? 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️ #books #booksky #autumn

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion.” ― Henry David Thoreau. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. 🎃🎃🎃🎃 #autumn #halloween #books

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Jessica Fletcher and a group of friends from Cabot Cove take off for the British Isles and end up at a castle in Scotland. In Murder, She Wrote 'The Highland Fling Murders', it's a case that pits Jessica against a killer from this world—or maybe the next! 😱 🎃🎃🎃🎃 #books #booksky #cozycrime

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

“There is something incredibly nostalgic and significant about the annual cascade of autumn leaves.” ― Joe L. Wheeler. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. 🍂🍂🍂🍂 #autumn #nature #photo

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The Autumn vibes are kicking in and who remembers Point Horror? These teenage classics from the 1990's introduced an entire generation to the horror genre and had us all hooked! 🎃🎃🎃🎃 #books #booksky #pointhorror

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

“Listen! The wind is rising, and the air is wild with leaves. We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves!” ― Humbert Wolfe. Photo by Hussein Al-alak. 🍂 #nature #autumn #booksky 🍂

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Step into the Hansom cab as we rattle down the foggy streets of Victorian London in the company of the world’s greatest detective and his loyal companion. There is a mystery to solve and Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are on the case. 🍂 #books #booksky #london 🍂

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

“Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers we more than gain in fruits.” ― Samuel Butler 🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂 #autumn #nature #books

“Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers we more than gain in fruits.” ― Samuel Butler. Photo by Hussein Al-alak.

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

If you're a fan of Murder, She Wrote then you might like the books! In 'Trick or Treachery', it's late October in Cabot Cove and as Halloween approaches, something strange is in the air. 🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃 #books #booksky #autumn

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“Come, little leaves,“ said the Wind one day, "Come to the meadows with me and play. Put on your dresses of red and gold; For Summer is past, and the days grow cold.” ― George Cooper #autumn #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

As the evenings grow darker, who is up for a night on the sofa and a date with Murder, She Wrote? 🎃🍂🥧 #books #booksky #halloween

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

“And the sun took a step back, the leaves lulled themselves to sleep and autumn was awakened.” ― Raquel Franco #autumn #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The RNLI have been saving lives at sea since 1824 but what do we really know about their history? The first ever RNLI street collection was held in Manchester in 1891 and throughout the RNLI's 200 year history, they have witnessed many changes. #rnli #books #booksky #history

rnli.org

The History Of The RNLI - Discover Our Heritage

Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, we've saved over 140,000 lives. Discover more by visiting our museums, reading our timeline or downloading resources.

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

“Nature thrives in its own special way - there is a time to begin, there is a time to wait and there is a time to let go and just watch the magical powers of nature unfolding the best it has to offer.” ― Sanchita Pandey #nature #photo #autumn

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

People with an interest in history may want to check out the RNLI's 'Stories of Courage'. The RNLI's contribution to Britain's WW2 history, will certainly interest those with a connection to the Arctic Convoys and people fascinated by the code breaker's of Bletchley Park. #rnli #books #booksky

rnli.org

RNLI Stories of Courage 1939-1945

2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Discover and share accounts of the RNLI’s involvement in the conflict.

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

“It looked like the world was covered in a cobbler crust of brown sugar and cinnamon.” ― Sarah Addison Allen, First Frost #books #booksky #autumn

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Have you ever seen 'Saving Lives at Sea', the long running documentary series which is available on BBC Iplayer and follows the lifesaving efforts of #RNLI volunteers? It's incredible to learn, between 1939-1945 the Royal National Lifeboat Institution saved 6,376 people during WW2.👇👇

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The first ever street collection for the RNLI was conducted in #Manchester in 1891. The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is the charity that saves lives at sea, regardless of weather conditions and who maybe at risk. The only judgement an #RNLI crew makes, is HOW they save a persons life!💙

rnli.org

Statement from RNLI Chief Executive Peter Sparkes

Watch a video message from the RNLI's Chief Executive Peter Sparkes on our work in the Channel and our commitment to save lives

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A massive thanks🎉and the educators guide to 'The Cloak From Baghdad' gives the #book much more depth. It's also wonderful that Carol Isaacs aka @tsmcartoons.bsky.social is here on Bluesky and I'm positive she'd be delighted to answer any questions on the themes in her book❤️

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It's been a week since ’The Cloak From Baghdad’ hit bookshops across the country and did you know, Carol Isaacs has also provided Kar-Ben publishing with a free educators guide to the book? This is available on the publishers website and is a great resource to accompany the book. #books #booksky

karben.com

The Cloak from Baghdad: A Graphic Novel

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As Autumn kicks in, is there anyone else sitting around and waiting for the Halloween season to start? 🎃 #halloween #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Author Sarah Sassoon has described 'The Cloak From Baghdad' by Carol Isaacs, as being: "A book about growing up between worlds. It is alive and human, full of gentle humour, family warmth". "What follows is not a history lesson but an act of return."🐺 #books #booksky #history #art

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” ― Søren Kierkegaard #nature #photography #art

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

If you like reading, then check out this review by Sarah Sassoon. In her article, Sarah provides a thoughtful perspective into 'The Cloak From Baghdad' by Carol Isaacs. This stunning new book is out today. #books #booksky #history

jewishrenaissance.org.uk

Lifting the cloak on Baghdad — Jewish Renaissance

In Carol Isaacs's new graphic novel, a magical abaya reveals a family history, bringing the world of Jewish Iraq vividly to life…

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

“They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” ― Tom Bodett #nature #booksky #photography

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

“Muay Thai is an art that weaves a tapestry of discipline and honor, a symphony of mind, body, and spirit.” ― Abhysheq Shukla #muaythai #manchester #boxing

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

“Keep an open mind and try some new methods.” ― Charles Dowding #flowers #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Dolly Parton's music is loved by millions and along with a love of music, Dolly was also a huge supporter of literacy. She established the 'Imagination Library', which has given out millions of books since it was set up. Be like Dolly and support book drives in your local community❤️ #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here is another clip from the 'Magic of Thailand' festival which was held in #Manchester on Sunday and featured #MuayThai demonstrations from the Master Sken Association. Across Manchester, the art of Thai Boxing has become a visible representation of Thailand's vibrant sporting scene.

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

This short clip was filmed at the ’Magic of Thailand’ festival on the 23/8/2026 in Manchester, England, and shows a demonstration of the traditional art of Muay Thai also known as Thai Boxing. The ’art of eight limbs’ has a global fanbase and is a respected martial art. #manchester #boxing #sport

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

It's Greece, 1940. Not sunny vacation Greece: northern Greece, Macedonian Greece, Balkan Greece– it's the city of Salonika. In that ancient port, with its wharves and warehouses, dark lanes and Turkish mansions, brothels and tavernas, a tense political drama is being played out.🙀🙀🙀 #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

“Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.” ― Mother Theresa #nature #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” ― Martin Luther King Jr #nature #education #books #booksky

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

As a graphic novel, 'The Wolf of Baghdad' explores the England Carol Isaacs was born into and the lost world of her Iraqi-Jewish roots. Sandi Toksvig described 'The Wolf of Baghdad' as 'wonderful' but what impact has TWoB made on its reader's, since publication in 2020? #books #booksky #goodreads

goodreads.com

The Wolf of Baghdad: Memoir of a Lost Homeland

In the 1940s a third of Baghdad’s population was Jewish…

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

“Where there's hope, there's life. It fills us with fresh courage and makes us strong again.” ― Anne Frank #photo #nature #gardening

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

In less than a month, 'The Cloak From Baghdad' by Carol Isaacs is going to hit bookshelves across the United Kingdom, and will hopefully spark a thoughtful conversation about Iraqi history during the 1930's and 1940's. 🐺🐺🐺 #history #books #booksky

jewishbookgarden.substack.com

Review: The Cloak From Bagdad

written & illustrated by Carol Isaacs, Kar-Ben Publishing, 2026

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

It's quite shocking that all these years after the Holocaust, conversations about Eugenics are once again being had in Great Britain. As it was once stated: “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” #history #uk #books #booksky

encyclopedia.ushmm.org

Eugenics | Holocaust Encyclopedia

Theories of eugenics shaped many persecutory policies in Nazi Germany. Learn about the radicalization and deadly consequences of these theories and policies

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

On August 29th, people will be taking part on a global 5K run to support the ICF's 'Hope Bus' schools in Baghdad, provide educational opportunities to ISIS survivors in Mosul, along with providing care to those with complex medical needs in Fallujah. Will you join us? #iraq #usa #uk #books #booksky

iraqichildren.org

Iraqi Children Foundation

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Hussein Al-alak @husseinalalak.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

“The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise.” ― Maya Angelou #nature #photo #photography

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