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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Delighted this worked. And so interesting to do!

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Liam McIlvanney @liammcilvanney.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Applications are invited for the 2026 CISS Scottish Writing Fellowship at the University of Otago in Aotearoa New Zealand. Flights, accommodation & stipend for 2 months at the Caselberg House near Dunedin. Apply at the link below by 31 October. Good luck…! www.otago.ac.nz/ciss

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Centre for Irish and Scottish Studies

The Centre for Irish and Scottish Studies provides an opportunity to study the literature, history, politics and culture of Ireland and Scotland – and of the Irish and Scottish diasporas – over the pa...

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Kat Abughazaleh @katmabu.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Today, the UN officially designated Israel’s assault on Gaza as a genocide. As a party to the Genocide Convention, the U.S. has a legal obligation to obey our own laws, stop weapons sales to Israel, and demand a permanent ceasefire. End the genocide. Ceasefire now.

257. The Commission recommends that all Member States:
(a) Employ all means reasonably available to them to prevent the commission of genocide in the Gaza Strip;
(b) Cease the transfer of arms and other equipment or items, including jet fuel, to the State of Israel or third States where there is reason to suspect their use in military operations that have involved or could involve the commission of genocide;
(c) Ensure individuals and corporations in their territories and within their jurisdiction are not involved in the commission of genocide, aiding and assisting the commission of genocide or incitement to commit genocide and investigate and prosecute those who may be implicated in these crimes under international law;
(d) Facilitate the investigations and domestic proceedings and take action (including imposing sanctions) against the State of Israel and against individuals or corporations that are involved in or facilitating the commission of genocide or incitement to commit genocide;
(e) Cooperate with the investigation of the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.
258. The Commission recommends that the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court:
(a) Examine, within its continuing investigation in the Situation in the State of Palestine, the crime of genocide for amendment to existing arrest warrants and addition to future application for arrest warrants;
(b) Examine the involvement of officials mentioned in this report for inclusion as those most responsible for international crimes committed in the occupied Palestinian territory.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Well called. If we want to move forward, we need to respect all traditions. Border lives are complicated. And reporters need to understand that better, and ensure their reportage does not look like bias.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

maynoothuniversity.ie/news-events/ca… call for papers for the 35th Conference of Irish Historians in Maynooth on 12 and 13 September 2025. Theme is Inner Lives and Outer Realities. @MaynoothHist @historians_ie

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Irish Committee of Historical Sciences - ICHS @irishhistorians.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

CFP. 35th Irish Conference of Historians, 'Inner lives and outer realities', 12-13 September, Maynooth University www.historians.ie/cfp-35th-iri...

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

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Philippa Hellawell @pbhellawell.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

PASSAGE is recruiting for two fixed-term posts to join me working on 18thC records of enslavement 1) Collections Researcher (Transatlantic Slavery) shorturl.at/aZwqn 2) Project Cataloguer (Transatlantic Slavery) shorturl.at/6aSpz If you have questions, please let me know & please circulate widely!

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Collections Researcher (Transatlantic Slavery) at The National Archives

Start your UK & international job search for academic jobs, research jobs, science jobs and managerial jobs in leading universities and top...

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Really looking forward to this ISAANZ conference and delighted to be asked to do one of the keynotes. Join us! Cfp open for another few days .

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Interested in history if science, technology, medicine, maths? Come and join us in Belfast for our 2025 conference!

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Women’s day is great. And we need it. But wouldn’t it be lovely to live in a world where we didn’t need it! That would be the ultimate success of the day.

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History at Queen's University Belfast @qubhistory.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

CFP: Public History in an Age of Anxiety, QUB, 9-11 Sept. 2025

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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Good morning all! 🇺🇦 Please share everywhere. 🙏🏻

Emergency demonstration at US embassy. Wed 5 March - 5:30pm

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

It is perfectly legal to know your rights and to educate others about them, too. EVERYONE in the United States, citizen or not, has rights. I will not allow this administration to intimidate us from helping you know about them. Here’s our shareable guide ⬇️: (pt. 1/2)

KNOW YOUR
RIGHTS
IN CASE OF ICE:
CONOCE TUS DERECHOS
EN CASO DE ENCUENTRO CON ICE:

DO NOT OPEN YOUR DOOR.
ICE cannot enter your home without a warrant signed by a judge.
Tell the agents to show you the warrant by sliding it under the door.
NO ABRAS TU PUERTA.
ICE no puede entrar a tu casa sin una orden firmada por un juez. Diles a los agentes que te muestren la orden deslizándola debajo de la puerta.

ASK THEM
TO LEAVE.
If ICE doesn't have a warrant, tell them you do not consent for them to enter your home and ask them to leave. At work, ICE cannot enter employee-only areas without permission.
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PÍDALES QUE SE VAYAN.
Si ICE no tiene una orden judicial, diles que no das tu consentimiento para que entren a tu casa y pídeles que se vayan. En el trabajo, ICE no puede ingresar a áreas exclusivas para empleados sin permiso.

REMAIN SILENT.
You have the right to remain silent.
If the agents ask you questions, tell them,
"I wish to remain silent."
PERMANECE EN SILENCIO.
Tienes derecho a permanecer en silencio.
Si los agentes te hacen preguntas, diles:
"Deseo permanecer en silencio".

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

Bird food. Fascinating to watch in the early morning. I reckon my hedge is one of the best avian restaurants in town.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

“MaYbe shE’s goiNg to be in TroUble nOw” Maybe he can learn to read. The Constitution would be a good place to start

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Hearts of stone, for the day that’s in it!

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

It's staggering to consider the number of people who will become gravely ill or die because of RFK Jr.'s appointment to HHS Secretary.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Call for papers for our annual History of Science, Medicine and Technology Ireland network conference is open! 9/10 may 2025 in Belfast campus, Ulster university.

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Tom Doorley @tomdoorley.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

On Wednesday next, 12 February 5-7pm, I'll be holding another #AldiWineClinic both here and on Twitter simultaneously. All your questions answered, just use the hashtag (this is important) and if you repost too you could win a €100 voucher.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Looking forward to hearing the responses to this…I think!

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

The latest #ARINS podcast is now available! Listen to Ian d’Alton and Ida Milne on the lives of Southern Irish Protestants now: 🎙️Spotify: spoti.fi/3WL3hqk 🎙️Soundcloud: bit.ly/3WRqkQ9 arinsproject.com

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ARINS: Analysing and Researching Ireland North and South · Episode

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 14/01/2025

More than 64,000 Palestinians may have been killed by traumatic injury in the first nine months of the war in Gaza, according to a new study. It suggests that the Hamas health ministry tally, a figure the UN relies on, is a significant undercount. nyti.ms/4fZxCIv

The aftermath of Israeli airstrikes in Khan Younis, south of the Gaza Strip. The text reads: "Death Toll in Gaza Likely 40% Higher Than Reported, Researchers Say." Photo by Yousef Masoud for The New York Times.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Three wonderful days of student dissertation presentations in Carlow College. Really struck by the support they give each other, and the many trials they individually have endured to get this far. Such background stories!

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Dive Into Discovery @diveintodiscovery.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

On December 9th, 1979, the World Health Organization officially declared smallpox eradicated. This historic achievement, marking the end of a disease that had plagued humanity for centuries, remains one of the greatest successes in global public health. #StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery

This image depicts a historic meeting of the Smallpox Eradication Committee during the 1970s, a pivotal gathering of international experts organized by the World Health Organization (WHO). The group of scientists, doctors, and policymakers represents the diverse coalition that worked tirelessly to achieve one of the greatest public health triumphs in history: the eradication of smallpox. In the photograph, the attendees are seated and standing before a world map, symbolizing the global scope of their mission. Smallpox, a devastating disease responsible for countless deaths and disfigurements over millennia, was finally defeated after a concentrated effort spanning decades.

This committee coordinated mass vaccination campaigns and introduced surveillance and containment strategies, which involved identifying outbreaks and isolating cases to prevent further spread. The photograph also reflects the spirit of international collaboration, with representatives from various nations and health organizations uniting to achieve a common goal. Their combined expertise and determination culminated in the certification of smallpox eradication in December 1979, following confirmation that the last known natural case occurred in Somalia in 1977. This image serves as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved through global cooperation and scientific advancement, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of public health.

This historic photograph captures a young woman receiving a smallpox vaccination during the final stages of the global eradication campaign. Taken on December 9, 1979, the day the WHO officially declared smallpox eradicated, the image highlights the critical role of vaccination in achieving this milestone. The healthcare worker shown administering the vaccine represents the countless individuals who played an essential role in the eradication effort, traveling across urban centers and remote regions to ensure widespread immunization coverage.

The photograph symbolizes the human determination and resilience that made this success possible. Smallpox vaccinations were central to the WHO’s strategy, which combined mass immunization with innovative “surveillance and containment” tactics to stop outbreaks. The campaign overcame immense challenges, including reaching rural and war-torn areas, managing vaccine supplies, and addressing public fears and misinformation about vaccination.

The eradication of smallpox marked the first time in history that a disease was eliminated on a global scale, saving millions of lives annually and demonstrating the profound impact of medical science and public health initiatives. This photograph captures the personal and human side of the monumental effort, serving as a testament to the dedication of healthcare workers and the enduring power of collaboration and innovation in addressing global challenges. It stands as a hopeful reminder of what is possible in the ongoing fight against infectious diseases.

This cover from the May 1980 edition of World Health, the official magazine of the WHO, celebrates the official declaration of smallpox eradication. The bold yellow banner proclaiming “Smallpox is Dead!” dramatically crosses an image of the Earth, symbolizing the unprecedented global achievement. Smallpox, which killed millions of people annually for centuries, was declared eradicated after a coordinated, international vaccination campaign led by the WHO. This was the first—and remains the only—human disease to be eradicated globally, marking a monumental moment in medical and public health history.

The eradication of smallpox saved millions of lives and demonstrated the power of vaccination as a tool to combat infectious diseases. This achievement required immense global cooperation, overcoming logistical, cultural, and political challenges. The image of Earth on the cover reflects the universal effort, uniting countries and healthcare workers in the fight against a common enemy. It also serves as a reminder of the collective human capacity to solve complex problems through science, innovation, and collaboration. The declaration not only celebrated the end of smallpox but also inspired future efforts to combat other diseases, setting a precedent for global health initiatives.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

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Claire Hanna MP @clairehanna.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Today’s IPT judgement must mean a different approach and a renewed committed to press freedom. I am pususing this and related issues through the NI Affairs Committee at Westminster.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

WE ARE STILL IN THIS. Wipe your tears. This is the difficult business of hope and defying expectation. We do not give up. We run through the tape. Y’all aren’t allowed to throw in the towel until I do. 😉 Big breath. Locked in. Let’s do this.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Brilliant opportunity, well done to those who organised.

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j m gabriel, a circus of faults and vices @jmgabriel.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Robert Kennedy seems to think that big pharma is bad, and vitamins are good, and that the two industries are... different. Or something. As a historian of the pharmaceutical industry all I can say is... uh, no. Not really. [thread] #histmed #history 🗃️

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 15/12/2024

Check out "The history of Christmas in Ireland: Switzer’s, pantos and crane for dinner" from our colleagues in the Dictionary of Irish Biography, posted on @thejournal.ie this weekend #Christmas #Christmas2024 jrnl.ie/6563953

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The history of Christmas in Ireland: Switzer’s, pantos and crane for dinner

This December, Niav Gallagher explores the Irish Christmas traditions that have stuck (and those that haven’t) across the centuries.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Marking my students' public health history research essays is a joy. It's a new module and I was a little apprehensive, but they're strong researchers with good control of the research essay form. And let's say the work could inform those querying need for child vaccination.

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Kai Kupferschmidt @kakape.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Sadly, it’s a good time to once again share this amazing infographic that we ran at @science.org more than 7 years ago 🧪 #IDsky www.science.org/content/arti...

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Here's the visual proof of why vaccines do more good than harm

See year by year how vaccines beat back nine dangerous infectious diseases

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Love the Centers for Disease Control Museum in Atlanta. Important exhibition there on polio treatments and prevention. I hope it’s still there in four years time.

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

This is genius. Shout out to those academics marking on a Saturday before Christmas…

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Mark Hennessy @markhennessy.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

The Revolution Starts Here, says Comrade Freyne

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

It’s a joy to be reading assessments from my new public health history module this Sunday am. They are just inspiring. Well up to PG level, most of the 26 of them. And full of enthusiasm!

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

I kinda go full Grinch mode at this time of the year but occasionally fall off that particular wagon. Let’s say, I’m open to persuasion!

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Susie Dent @susiedentwords.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind. Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.

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Mark Hennessy @markhennessy.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Nikita Hand’s lawyers ask judge to order Irish martial arts fighter, Conor McGregor to pay highest level of legal costs www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/co...

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Nikita Hand’s lawyers ask judge to order Conor McGregor to pay highest level of legal costs

Jury found MMA fighter raped woman but rejected her claim against James Lawrence

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Ida Milne @idamilne.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

This is a great Christmas read. And not just because I have a piece in it!

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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Four scenarios for Trumpomuskovia, the musko-trumpified America snyder.substack.com/p/trumpomusk...