LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 9hGenuine question - is she still allowed to benefit from Public Lending Right funding if her books are borrowed in UK libraries? www.bl.uk/services/plrbl.ukPublic Lending Right (PLR) - authors, illustrators - British LibraryPublished authors, illustrators, editors, translators or audiobook narrators could could receive up to £6,600 per year from public library loans. 120
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 13/10/2026'Once Bushby had made up his mind, he accepted that he would never see his son growing up.' 130
Reposted by LibraryKilleenAshmolean Museum, Oxford @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social · 13/10/2026This atmospheric woodblock print was made by Hiroshige in 1857. This artwork was greatly admired by Western artists in the late 1800s and was even being copied in oils by Vincent van Gogh in 1887. ☔️ Sudden shower at Ōhashi Bridge, Atake, Hiroshige Utagawa, I (1797 - 1858), 1857. EAX.4740 19420
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 12/10/2026@purgepalantir.bsky.social Interesting move from UK police forces www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukRegional policing unit drops controversial Palantir AI technologyFive police forces decide not to continue using software from a US tech firm after a two-year trial 071
Reposted by LibraryKilleenMei 🪽 @meidotwav.bsky.social · 02/09/2026treat your body like a data center. consume as much water, art and literature as possible. upset local municipalities with your existence. 50168525525
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Classic Bluesky response! I'm in the UK so no votes coming up at the moment but my MP is fully aware of my views on a range of issues. I was at the Stop Palantir protest outside their London headquarters last week and am feeling energised rather than helpless. 000
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 09/10/2026If you can cope with Jane Eyre’s traumatic early years you’ll be fine with Oliver Twist, definitely not as harrowing! 060
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Listening to this song on repeat and waiting for @gilduran.com‘s book to arrive at my local library. 1379
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 08/10/2026And absolutely brilliant for bonding with your child. 01070
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 08/10/2026No more You and Yours! What will poor Winifred Robinson do now? 000
Reposted by LibraryKilleenBookshop.org @bookshop.org · 07/10/2026Having trouble deciding which books to buy from Amazon during Prime Days? Try this: None, then go support an independent bookstore instead. 😌 11981370
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Interesting history! Had no idea Zotero once had the name 'Firefox Scholar'. 030
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026This was such an informative episode. Thanks to @naomiaklein.bsky.social and @astra.bsky.social 000
Reposted by LibraryKilleenwomensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Maman (1999) by French-US artist Louise Bourgeois #Womensart 14999170
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 02/10/2026www.bmj.com/content/393/...bmj.comPalantir: NHS England admits data don’t prove contentious software benefits health serviceNHS England has tacitly admitted that claims made about the benefits of the federated data platform (FDP) aren’t backed up by robust data. This admission was revealed in an update the health service ... 020
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026No, the UK and English flags were there in support of Palantir and were part of the counter protest. 290
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026I honestly don’t think they expected the mass protests in support of PA. They assumed the terrorism label would scare everyone off and weren‘t sure how to react when it didn’t. 110
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Definitely not mainstream! But they’ve been excellent in reporting on recent events and bigger organisations are picking up stories from them. 071
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026The emergency worker in the rescue boat attacked by Tommo seems to be French. Do you think the French authorities will also press charges? 350
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Searchlight had it first I think searchlightmagazine.com/2026/09/dann...searchlightmagazine.comDanny Tommo arrested for criminal damage and reckless endangerment | SearchlightPatriot Platform boss Danny Tommo has tonight been arrested on suspicion of serious criminal offences committed on Tuesday in the Channel 1351
Reposted by LibraryKilleenMayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 23/09/2026Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, children in more London boroughs will receive a free book every month from birth to age five. This initiative is keeping Dolly’s amazing legacy alive and helping more young Londoners arrive at school ready to learn.bbc.co.ukDolly Parton free book scheme to expand in LondonThe late singer's Imagination Library posts children a free book every month until they turn five. 325967
Reposted by LibraryKilleenGustav Klimt @klimtgustav.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Portrait of Marie Henneberg (1901–1902) showcases Klimt's distinctive square format. The sitter appears in an elaborate lace gown with gold highlights against a dark ground, blending opulent texture, serene symbolism, and pre-Golden Phase portraiture. 0316
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 21/09/2026I love this, thanks for posting. Reminds me of my 79 year old Dad marching against Trump in Dublin last weekend. 020
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 21/09/2026The article about Tommo's local church is also worth a read searchlightmagazine.com/2026/09/the-...searchlightmagazine.comThe Christian church with an open door for the far right | SearchlightSt Lawrence Church in Morden says its doors are open to everyone. Among those walking through them regularly are far-right activists like Danny Tommo and Bi ... 461
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Completely agree. I saw the TRÈS RICHES HEURES exhibition at Chantilly last year and absolutely loved both it and the permanent collection. Easy trip by train from Central Paris. 020
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026How can students use it ethically? They have no control over the environmental resources it uses or the sources it exploits. 100
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Terrifed at the thought of a uni parents WhatsApp group! 0140
Reposted by LibraryKilleenelia ayoub @ayoub.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Friend shared this video of a man unveiling the library he hid when he fled Damascus in 2011. It’s incredible 25150273940
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Thank you, this is really useful. I'll be writing to @catherinewestmp.bsky.social along the same lines. 011
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Was wondering who he reminded me of! They could be twins. 140
Reposted by LibraryKilleenMichael Warburton @michaelwarburton.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Over 2 BILLION copies of her books have been sold around the world making her the best-selling fiction writer of all time. Remembering the extraordinary & pioneering AGATHA CHRISTIE — born 136yrs ago today. (Here she is aged 84 in 1974) 702798480
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026I nearly died in a crowd crush when Oasis played Slane in 1995 so this is bringing back bad memories! 010
Reposted by LibraryKilleenCold War Steve @coldwarsteve.bsky.social · 14/09/2026My contribution to ‘Paste, Present, Future’ project, celebrating 35 years of @bigissueuk. Signed, numbered versions of available at Big Issue shop. Lots of other pieces from amazing artists, 25% of sales going to Big Issue. Massive thank you to @grow_up_art_ 👇👇 www.bigissueshop.com/collection/p... 4529191
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Especially after the Travelodge boss had to resign recently due to this very issue www.theguardian.com/business/202...theguardian.comTravelodge boss quits amid fallout over hotel chain’s security failingsJoanna Boydell steps down after widespread criticism over company’s handling of guest safety issues 041
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Do you mean by Bruegel or in general? You might like The Garden of Earthly Delights. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gar...en.wikipedia.orgThe Garden of Earthly Delights - Wikipedia 000
Reposted by LibraryKilleenBodleian Libraries @bodleian.ox.ac.uk · 09/09/2026From 11-13 September, the Bodleian will open up spaces and show off collections not usually accessible to the public, for #OxfordOpenDoors 2026! Enjoy tours, storytelling, a Victorian printing press, and MUCH more. visit.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/event/oxfor… We can't wait to see you! 14621
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Just ordered a few packs of these lovely Christmas cards shop.rnli.org/products/thr...shop.rnli.orgThree Ships Christmas Cards, Pack of 8Bring some maritime magic to someone’s mantelpiece this festive season - and help support brave RNLI lifesavers - with these Three Ships Christmas Cards. 0193
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Should be helpful for getting to @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social 010
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026I work with students every day and 100% agree with this. Finding good sources is a key part of the learning process. Passively receiving an AI generated list of sources teaches nothing. 040
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026Last year was interesting with Palestine Action in the square, March for Life and their awful band in the street and pro choice activists sandwiched in the middle. 130
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026I saw a very similar piece in The Courtauld (London) recently. I love the way Mary is lying so naturally beside the baby. 010
LibraryKilleen @librarykilleen.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Beautiful - ‘the mind is unreliable in grief’ 120
