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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

One for all my cataloguer followers. Please respond in MARC 21.

John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

I've just realised that if you can sing "algorithm" to the Gershwin classic "I Got Rhythm" and I don't know what to do with this amazing discovery.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Last night, due to a fault on my home landline, I had no internet access. Mobile reception inside my flat is very poor so I couldn't use tethering. It's surprising how much I rely on the internet for so many things, from listening to the radio to ordering a library book to checking an address.

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Ennius @enniusredloeb.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Decorated initial-word panel marks the beginning of Torah portion Tetsaveh (תְּצַוֶּה). #ParashahPictures BL Or 2696; Pentateuch with Rash's commentary; 14th century; Germany; f.161v

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Wonderful article about walking without a purpose, which makes me want to found a Loiterers Resistance Movement in South London.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Chener Books is such an asset to the East Dulwich community.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Does anyone else keep saying "Dorton and Genton?" I hope so or otherwise, I have a bug in my brain.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Finally got around to watching Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show. I mean, yeah. I now can finally see what it is that Trump really hates: Joy. youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8?...

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Bad Bunny's Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show

YouTube video by NFL

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Little piece about the urban sculpture garden outside of Denmark Hill Station. Calling it 'bonkers' is a bit harsh, but it is weird and wonderful. h/t Camberwell Society @tomtomofcamberwell.bsky.social @martinheadon.bsky.social @chrisrowell.bsky.social

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

My home printer has broken down. Probably irreparable. And, sadly I think maybe this will be the last printer I will ever own. It really doesn't seem ethical to buy a machine that I use less than once a month, if that. What I need is a place I can go 24/7 which will print out from a USB or email.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

And as the library book of time slides into the book bin of eternity, I would like to wish all my readers East of Dulwich, American, Europe, Asia and around the world, a peaceful and pleasant weekend.

Street scene at night. Clerkenwell with St Paul’s Cathedral in the background.

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LSHTM Library, Archive & Open Research Services @lshtm-laors.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Today is National Love Your Pet Day! We'd like to shine a light on the Ross Institute Matron's pet dog Binkie who lived in the institute in the 1930's! Images from the Ross Institute collection highlight him as a mascot for Mosquito day as well as a support and friend!🐶♥️ Happy #loveyourpetday 🥰

Sepia image of many well dressed individuals at tables enjoying a meal at the 34th annual celebration of Mosquito day. There is a small white terrier on a stool in the front left of the photo looking towards the camera. The hall around the party is decorated with framed images and maps.

Sepia image shows 5 people enjoying tea at a round table. In the back left corner a white terrier is visible but out of focus. The guests are sat on a floral patterned sofa in front of a large window. The wall has a few framed images.

Sepia image shows three nurses in white stood outside. In front of them the Matron is seated, also in white. Beside the matron there is a white terrier dog.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

It’s all very well laughing about how ridiculous American politics is until you remember the well-attested adage that every single thing that happens in America happens in Britain five years later.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Don't aliens get to have a say about this?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

If Andrew ends up in a British court. Does he have the right to trial by his peers, like members of the House of Lords? And if so, who would his peers be?

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The Wiener Holocaust Library @wienerlibrary.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The White Rose was a non-Jewish resistance group created by Professor Kurt Huber and his students at the University of Munich. They criticised the Nazis persecution and oppression of Jews, and called for wider resistance to Nazi rule...

Hans and Sophie Scholl, members of the White Rose resistance group. Wiener Holocaust Library Collections

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Why is there never a Bank Holiday Monday when you really need one?

Weather forcast showing rain every day except Monday

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

As I get towards the end of my working life, so fortunate to be working in a great team of people, people who are kind, helpful and easy to get along with. If you are at the start of your career and you find yourself in the same situation, make the most of it. It's not to be taken for granted!

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

.@jamesmcash.bsky.social This Better Bus Southwark plan looks like it might be interesting but is completely lacking in any details, options or proposals. Will the £10m go on new buses or better infrastructure such as bus lanes? Or something else? engage.southwark.gov.uk/en-GB/folder...

engage.southwark.gov.uk

Citizen engagement platform

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Ramadan Mubarak to all who celebrate!

Gold on blue Ramadan Mubarak greeting with a cresent mood and a skyline of an imagined city with domes and minarets.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Refugee Shabbat event with HIAS + JCORE and US Chesed, at Willesden Jewish Cemetery, celebrating heritage and belonging. Will include an inspiring talk and Q&A, a guided walk through the cemetery. www.willesdenjewishcemetery.org.uk/events/refug...

willesdenjewishcemetery.org.uk

Refugee Shabbat Event: Talk and Walk at Willesden Jewish Cemetery — Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Special event with HIAS+JCORE, celebrating heritage and belonging

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Happy Pancake Day to all my readers! bsky.app/profile/mrcw...

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Did any one else grow up with the terrifying cautionary verses of Hilaire Belloc?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

There must have been, in the past, nations, empires, civilizations even, that banned philosophy and science. They just didn't survive for some reason.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

PETITION: UK Government to declare a Public Holiday on Tuesday to celebrate a day when it doesn't rain.

Weather forcast for East Dulwich showing that Tuesday is the only day when there will be no rain.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

There's no way to explain why I find Rothko's paintings so moving and I know they don't do it for everyone. I once took a girlfriend to the Tate and when I showed her the Rothko room, she pronounced them "crap." So you could say it's subjective and yet, why do so many people feel the same as I do?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Can anyone tell me anything about this song that had so many covers but doesn't seem to merit a Wikipedia Article?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

There are many who will swear it's true That brothers are we all And yet it seems that there are very few Who will answer a brother's call youtu.be/n2RLwrm82kc?...

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Oscar Brown Jr. - Brother where are you? (Audio)

YouTube video by danielrubiodisla01

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Dr. Peter Paul Rubens @peterpaulrubens.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Animals lining up to get into Noah's ark, 1565. With extra sheep, as allowed or possibly commanded by God. Also appreciate attention to Noah family pets by Jacopo Bassano, whose day is today.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

On Saturday night, I used to turn on the news, without hesitation, but now, I do it with trepidation.

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RDS (formerly shawphd) @rds773.myatproto.social · 12/02/2026

A historian colleague of mine once blew someone’s mind after he asked “can’t you just look that up online?” and she replied “who do you think finds that stuff and puts it online?”

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Looking forward to moving in to my new home in the next couple of days but not sure how it is going to go with all three sons and their wives. Not to mention the pets. Might have to put my foot down about the doves, tbh

Wooden reconstruction of Noah's Ark. There are people standing around on the ground and supports to hold it in place.

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The Nexus Project @nexusproject.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Hundreds of rabbis, cantors, and Jewish leaders are gathered outside of ICE HQs in Washington, DC today at the largest protest against ICE by Jewish clergy and leaders, organized by our friends @bendthearc.bsky.social and @truahrabbis.bsky.social.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Does anyone remember that famous exchange back in the day on Twitter: Man: You really need this seminal article to understand this issue. Woman: I wrote it.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

I have to say that the fact that liking pictures of the #moon means that you get endless pictures of the #moon is possibly the best thing about Bluesky there is.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

So now I know what “Dubai” chocolate is!

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Why do American lawmakers hold press conferences in corridors?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

I have informed Number Ten that I am available to take over as Chief of Staff at short notice. Or Prime Minister. I mean, I can do both if they like, but I will have to charge a little bit extra.

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Ennius @enniusredloeb.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Tail biting dragon Bodleian Library MS. Kennicott 1; 'the Kennicott Bible'; 1476CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.71v @bodleian.ox.ac.uk

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Looking for good examples of fora where people are able to "disagree agreeably."

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Looking for an AI bot that can watch TV, drink beer and maintain my friendships for me so that I can spend more time in the office.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Talking to my 96-year-old father tonight, who told me he didn't think that this country could turn into an authoritarian dictatorship as democracy is too entrenched in Britian. I've never wanted him to be right about something so much as this. He was a child in Germany when Hitler took power.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Trump's aids will try to explain this latest embarrassment away as some oversight while Trump himself remains silent. Others will murmur about health concerns. But, as far as I am aware, "being a massive racist" is not a recognized standard symptom of dementia. www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...

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Donald Trump prompts fury after posting racist video about Barack and Michelle Obama – US politics live

The US president posted a racist video on Truth Social that included disproven allegations about ballot-counting

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Debi Alper @debialper.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

£50 off the Self-Edit course? Hell, yeah. Offer ends 11 Feb. 👇

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

What if there's a conspiracy to make us believe that it's cold, wet and miserable outside when really it's a lovely, warm and sunny day -- just a fiendish plot to make everyone in London stay inside while they have the parks all to themselves?

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Two women screaming and swearing at each other in the supermarket in the continuation of a road-rage incident. I mainly felt sorry for the staff and for dad with a young child. Is it time to ban car drivers from supermarkets? I can see no other solution.

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John Heyderman @johnheyderman.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Are you interested in public health, history of medicine, libraries or open science? Then please do follow the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine's Library Archives and Open Research Services brand new Bluesky account! @lshtm-laors.bsky.social

Ceiling of library showing art deco chandeliers.

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