Chris Bowen
helyg.bsky.social
Chris Bowen
@helyg.bsky.social
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Quilter, and book fiend
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Worst cholera outbreak in 20 years hits war-torn DRC

The disease is spreading fast along the Congo River and into remote villages that are hard to reach because of ongoing fighting

@liliasebouai.bsky.social reports
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Well the ☔☔☔ and my book arrived together, perfect timing and an exceptional bow.
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Russian forces, using drones, attacked a United Nations convoy delivering humanitarian aid in Ukraine. The very next day, they posted video evidence.

This brazen, unlawful attack should remind governments of their responsibility to stand up for justice.
Russian Forces Deliberately Attack UN Aid Convoy
On October 14, news broke that Russian forces, using drones, had attacked a United Nations interagency convoy delivering humanitarian aid to Bilozerka in the region of Kherson, southern Ukraine.
www.hrw.org
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Thanks to everyone who continues to support and encourage our creative community to flourish.

Special thanks to the team of volunteers leading and and supporting the 'Friends of the Workers Gallery' to do more to put creativity and kindness at the heart of all we do

www.workersgallery.co.uk
Art Gallery UK | Wales | Workers Gallery
The Workers is an independent gallery, gweithdy & art studio in a south Wales village. It's a venue for community events, artist residencies, workshops & talks.
www.workersgallery.co.uk
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Good morning. We are open. 📖☕️
Every new book from you is the best yet. ❤️
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Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of 21 October 1966, when the village of Aberfan was devastated by the collapse of a coal spoil tip, claiming the lives of 144 people including 116 children.

We hold them, those left behind to mourn them, and the community of Aberfan in our prayers.
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Three women died in Qarchak prison, a Tehran women’s prison notorious for abysmal conditions, between September 16 and 25, following a lack of medical care.

The deaths highlight Iranian authorities’ violation of prisoners’ right to life.
Iran: Three Prisoners Dead after Denied Medical Care
Three women died in Qarchak prison, a Tehran women's prison notorious for abysmal conditions, between September 16 and September 25, 2025.
www.hrw.org
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Open Saturdays 10am-5pm

Free entry exhibitions, plus browse our graphic novel and photobook book shop, greeting cards and gift shop.

A warm welcome awaits!
It's important to take time to enjoy & celebrate our capacity to be joyful, playful & thoughtful

Take time to do that with us, at the Workers

See From The Needle & From The Trees exhibitions Saturdays 10am-5pm or make a weekday appointment

www.workersgallery.co.uk

#wood #sculpture #textiles #art
Mmmmmm???. Must try harder, but not stepping harder!
Oh dear, poor Mum ❤️
I think I've pre-ordered this one. 😁
I love this story, listening to it in my work room this week.
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I don't want a relationship with my computer, my appliances, or my phone. I just want them to function without fuss and certainly without opinions or suggestions.

I have living, breathing friends and family for relationships. Tech bros need to try that.
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As a historian, I can certify that we are in the bad times. But bad times eventually end.
In the meantime:
• Figure out a small way to help someone
• Figure out a small way to fight back
• Figure out a small place to find joy
• Figure out a small way to grow and thrive

And do it often.
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ICYMI: Bookshop.org has launched a new e-book platform, enabling indie bookshops to access the growing e-book market in the UK 👇 #BookSky
Bookshop.org launches new e-book platform for indie bookshops
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I'm still trying to get my head around this.
I bought 2 from @storyvillebooks.bsky.social just in case it ❄️ snows!
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Spoke to @france24.com about China's chilling new ethnic unity bill which could be used to facilitate intensifying ideological controls, target ethnic & religious minorities including by erasing minority language rights & foster control beyond China’s borders.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ddws...
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Calling all artists and photographers!

Winter Open - call out from Friends of the Workers Gallery!

#callforartists #gallery
Yes, it's really hard not to spend time working out what you saw them in last!
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Last week, the Taliban ordered an internet ban across several of Afghanistan’s northern provinces. On September 30, they fully shut down the internet.

This ban yet is another way for the Taliban to control women and girls.
Taliban’s Internet Ban Further Silences Afghan Women, Girls
Last week, the Taliban ordered an internet ban across several of Afghanistan’s northern provinces. On September 30, they fully shut down the internet, both mobile and fibre optic, nationwide.
www.hrw.org
A translator can make or break a good story. I'd never thought about that until reading a "Maigret" that just "felt wrong". A different translator 🤔