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Carole King @carolekingofficial.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

It's #internationalcatday 🐈‍⬛ 📸Tapestry Cover shoot: Jim McCrary 📸Baby Telemachus: Louise Goffin

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katrobrosi.bsky.social @katrobrosi.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Article posted today to mark a hugely significant cricketing anniversary www.trentbridge.co.uk/trentbridge/...:

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TWO HUNDRED YEARS OF FIRST-CLASS CRICKET!

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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Welcome to the most important job you'll ever have @andyburnham.bsky.social Cartoon brilliance by @bjennings90.bsky.social for @theguardian.com

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Kerry Ferguson @kickingk74.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The slow death of the UK university sector is a travesty & will make the UK financially & culturally poorer in decades to come. Whole areas of expertise will be lost & cannot easily be regained. Such a shame.

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English Folk Dance and Song Society @efdss.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Listen out on R3 this Sunday (7pm) for 'King of the Beggars - the Music of Billy Waters'. Paterson Joseph explores the life of Black regency Londoner Billy Waters, who was the fascinating subject for @angelcakepie2.bsky.social's Jump Billy! gig @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social - featured in the piece.

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Nadia Whittome MP @nadiawhittomemp.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Ten years ago today, Jo Cox MP was murdered by a far-right white supremacist who called her a “traitor” for believing in an open and inclusive vision of our country. Her message - that we have more in common than that which divides us - is what the far-right is still trying to destroy today.

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Luca @lucagalletti.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Amazing imaginative photography by Spanish duo Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda. TT: ClawClips

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Lori Patrick Explores 🌎 @loripatrick.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

DAMN!!! Springsteen looking and sounding 🔥 WAR - what is it good for? Here we go! Live from Washington DC. E Street. #musicsky @brucespringsteen.net Land of Hopes & Dreams American 🇺🇸 Tour

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Hawkeye 🚫👑 💙👊🏼 @dontdeflect.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

As a teacher of English, I can definitively state that yes, this is exactly what happened. Particularly, the curse words. ◡̈

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Carole King @carolekingofficial.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

"Way Over Yonder" written and performed by Carole King on The Legendary Demos. Photos of Idaho ©Elissa Kline Photography Photo of Carole King ©Guy Webster Photography

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"Way Over Yonder" - Carole King

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Nadia Whittome MP @nadiawhittomemp.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Workers of the past fought for the rights we have now - like eight-hour days, weekends, sick pay and health and safety legislation. This #InternationalWorkersDay, we must keep fighting for better conditions, for the workers of today and generations to come. Join a union and get organised.

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English Folk Dance and Song Society @efdss.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

'Th’ Coaler' by Walter Emsley The Song That Shaped Me: Jennifer Reid jenniferballads.bsky.social "I love singing [Walter Emsley's] work as the audience is left with a feeling akin to standing at the bar unsure if they’re next to be served or not. Read more: bit.ly/4u5k6uf

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

A great photo of Harold Larwood padding up before a net session during the 1932-33 Bodyline series. By no means a hopeless batsman, he scored his Test-best 98 in the series and in his first-class career overall scored three hundreds with an average of 19.91

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Victoria Coren Mitchell @vcorenmitchell.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

SO proud to hear the name of our quiz in the mouth of Michael Palin and the words of Mackenzie Crook. How lovely to exist in that universe. Small Prophets is wonderful.

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Association of Cricket Statisticians & Historians @acscricket.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Another great West Indian celebrates his birthday today: After our Desmond Haynes 70th splurge, today’s recipient is Michael Holding. 249 wickets in 60 Tests at 23.68. In 102 ODI’s 142 wickets at 21.36. Born 16.2.54 in Kingston, Jamaica. Happy 72nd Birthday ‘Whispering Death’.

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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

15 years ago today I arrived on Downing Street in a cage. I've seen off Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss and Sunak and I'm still going strong. Only two Prime Ministers have ever done longer stints here: William Pitt the Younger and Sir Robert Walpole. Bill and Bob - I'm coming for you... (Photos AP)

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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Reform unveiled their latest Conservative recruit Nadhim Zahawi - unfortunately he forgot to delete his old tweets accusing Farage of racism...

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Association of Cricket Statisticians & Historians @acscricket.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

On 2 January 1992, Shane Warne made his Test debut for Australia, taking 1-150. His sole victim was Ravi Shastri, who scored 206. Warne did not take a wicket in his next Test at Adelaide, but his form soon improved and, once he played in England in 1993, he never looked back. #cricketcounts #engvaus

Shane Warne, a white man with a shock of blond hair, wearing cricket whites, a gold neckchain, and a blob of sun lotion on his nose. His right hand is raised high, probably in a successful appeal for a wicket, and his trousers show that he has been diving in the field.

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katrobrosi.bsky.social @katrobrosi.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Warmest wishes to all for a peaceful and positive 2026. Meanwhile, the answer to Ella's beautiful question is: "Ignoring the crap on television and going to bed early with a book, a cup of tea and a cat" www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFdf...

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Ella Fitzgerald Sings "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?"

YouTube video by The Billie Holiday Experience

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Otto English @ottoenglish.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

So Boris Johnson, Prince Phillip, Andrew Bonar Law, Freddie Mercury, George I, George II, Richard E Grant, Douglas Carswell, Rudyard Kipling, Cliff Richard, Joanna Lumley and Spike Milligan weren't British? Interesting www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

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Number of people who say Britons must be born in UK is rising, study shows

Exclusive: Research finds ‘worrying’ surge in support for hard-right narratives on national identity

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katrobrosi.bsky.social @katrobrosi.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

I've booked - looks like a highlight of 2027 already

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Harold Larwood bowling during the 1932 season. It was his most successful summer - he took 162 wickets at 12.86 - and was picked for that winter's Ashes series as early as July 30th

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Kerry Ferguson @kickingk74.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

This is true. Enforcement of environmental crime, trading standards, food hygiene, asb etc have been cut to the bone because they aren't services that anyone notices...until something goes wrong, like this colossal flytip. See also the proliferation of high street shops selling illicit goods.

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Boatman Cryptics @boatmancryptics.co.uk · 14/11/2025

It's the Seasonal Reposting Competition! Repost this over the weekend, and on Sunday one lucky person will win a signed copy of one of my books. For you or the #crossword addict in your life: 50 fiendish @theguardian.com #puzzles and all the stories behind them: boatmancryptics.co.uk/crossword-bo...

Boatman - the first 50 reportedly makes a great present or holiday read, exemplified by this image of the book opened to show the story behind the Shipping Forecast puzzle, on display on Brighton beach.

Reviewing Boatman - the first 50, Alan Connor (The Guardian's crossword editor and the brains behind many of BBC2’s quiz programs) says: "This is one to savour. Boatman's puzzles are witty and ingenious. It is an extraordinary pleasure to read how his unique mind works. The first 50 is a book I never knew I needed in my life. Gift it to yourself and to the word-lovers in yours".

Hugh Stephenson (Alan’s predecessor at The Guardian) says: "This is a unique book of crosswords" and Henry Morris: "a Boatman crossword is like a theme park. Each daunting line is a rollercoaster ... He scares you witless. But you can't wait to do it all over again".

Boatman - the second 50 contains another 50 puzzles from The Guardian, with five bonus puzzles previously only available online and including puzzles, solutions and the ideas and stories behind them, exemplified by this image of the book opened to show one of the stories, which is accompanied by a picture of a large cow.

Reviewing Boatman - the second 50, Gyles Brandreth says: "If you want a fiendish crossword, you want the best - which means you want Boatman, because he is the best" and Brian Bilston: "Cracking crosswords - each puzzle a delightful daily workout for the brain and a welcome tonic for the soul".

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Cecil Sharp House @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Just announced: our Spring/Summer gigs season! Check out the full programme and secure your tickets now: bit.ly/3LC7V73

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Robin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Disgusting how many platforms this grifter has been given

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Cecil Sharp House @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Now on sale: the fourth Indoor Festival of Folk. Featuring the country's finest folk artists: Maddy Prior and Peter Knight, Chris Wood, Lisa Knapp & Gerry Diver, Ellie Gowers, The Magpie Arc PLUS a unique interview with Matthew Bannister and a special guest. Sat 7 Feb bit.ly/4qC4y0c

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Indoor Festival of Folk

A day-long winter feast of music and very special guests under Cecil Sharp House’s historic roof, co-hosted by EFDSS and folk rock supergroup The Magpie Arc.

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

A job well done ... Bill Voce and Harold Larwood prepare to leave Australia at the end of the Bodyline series. The injured Larwood took the train to Freemantle before sailing home; Voce travelled with the bulk of the squad for the New Zealand leg of the tour

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Annie Chave @anniechave.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Here is my Editorial in this current edition of County Cricket Matters - it’s from the heart. Editions of this & all other CCM’s can be obtained from my website 🙏 www.countycricketmatters.com/shop

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

A classic side-on picture of Harold Larwood in his delivery dating from 1932. Although only around 5'8" tall and weighing 11 stones, he had tremendous upper-body strength which contributed to him being the fastest bowler of his generation

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Kerry Ferguson @kickingk74.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

This is no accident or diplomatic faux pas. It is retribution for UK recognition of Gaza. A v dangerous game but Netanyahu & his rw coalition partners won't care about that.

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Cecil Sharp House @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

📢We are searching for the next Artistic Director for the National Youth Folk Ensemble. 🎼 This is a freelance role for an exceptional folk music performer and educator to lead on the artistic vision of the National Youth Folk Ensemble. Apply before 9am, Monday 17 November bit.ly/3KtWdeh

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Another Cinna @anothercinna.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Poetry.

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

The truth: we need migration. The problem: too many politicians are terrified to say it. Why? They're led by a) toxicity of the charlatans & b) wealthy media organisations who demand these useful distractions rather than us talking about inequality. Reject it. Draw the line.

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Annie Chave @anniechave.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

That was a fantastic game & brilliant win by Notts against Surrey. What a priceless advertisement for the game! #countycricketmatters #survNotts

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

England captain WG Grace leaves the field at the end of the first day of the 1st Ashes Test, Trent Bridge, June 1st 1899. Almost 51 and nearly 18 stone, he had been barracked by the crowd. Although his batting was still worth a place, he had become a liability in the field

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

A clip I had not seen until last week ... the final ball of the Bodyline series, Wally Hammond hitting Phil Lee for six over long off to win the 5th Test at the SCG, February 28th 1933 (NFSA Australia)

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The Young’uns @theyounguns.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

New music from Sean with @elizacarthy.bsky.social Sam Carter & Jennifer Reid hudsonrecords.ffm.to/petersfield

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Rajan Naidu 📎 Ⓥ @rajannaidu.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

The Met will be arresting 500 people who represent no threat whatsoever to public order or to anyone or anything except the notion that the racist, settler colonialist Apartheid State of Israel should be allowed a free hand to terrorise and murder people in the Gaza Holocaust, infanticide, genocide

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Diana Soreil @silencedrowns.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Tom Lehrer made all of his music 100% public domain so if seeing people sad about his death makes you want to check them out… it’s free. he wanted you to share them. tomlehrersongs.com

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Susie R 🇺🇦 @suroys1.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Good Morning Blueys #SundaySermon

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katrobrosi.bsky.social @katrobrosi.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

An up-coming Ashes Series. Evokes memories of 'Bodyline' and the great Harold Larwood. So it is entirely appropriate to share article that marks the 30th Anniversary of the great man's passing. I was delighted to be able to tell a small part of his history: www.thenottsedit.com/p/harold-lar...

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Harold Larwood was one of England’s finest fast bowlers — and he was from a small mining town in Nottinghamshire

We explore the career and the legacy of the cricketing legend...

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Annie Chave @anniechave.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

In the light of the PCA pushing for fewer Championship games with a video of cricketers on their golf course - it might be worth revisiting this Wisden article from Kit Harris in 2023. It makes some interesting points. wisdenblog.wordpress.com/2023/07/07/n...

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Never knowingly underbowled

Kit Harris asks England’s busiest seamers if there is too much cricket. Too much cricket. That’s what we’re told, time and again. Look what it’s done to England’s bowlers. Five of the 15 seamers th…

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DreamSwarm @dreamswarm.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

It wasn’t until 1987 that someone discovered this random stone at the side of a mountain in Northumberland actually had a 150cm hole through it which was perfectly aligned with the sunset of the summer solstice (and sunrise at Midwinter). A great discovery! @mythologyMonday #mythologyMonday

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Vanessa Pearce @nesky999.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Seen a couple of massive gigs this week but mainly blown away by @elizacarthy.bsky.social and @jenniferballads.bsky.social at @justdroppedin.bsky.social this eve .. Put any teariness down to my split Lancashire/Yorkshire roots and tiredness - go see if you can

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