Ennius
@enniusredloeb.bsky.social
Independent scholar: research interests in hermeneutics, textual criticism, and the classical tradition; aurum in stercore
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“C’mon! You’ll miss the fun! … All the lemmings are going down to the beach!”
February 10, 2026 at 8:19 PM
“C’mon! You’ll miss the fun! … All the lemmings are going down to the beach!”
Looted African artefacts to be returned by Cambridge University - BBC News
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Looted African artefacts to be returned by Cambridge University
The items stolen in the late 19th Century by British troops will officially be returned to Nigeria.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Looted African artefacts to be returned by Cambridge University - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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All welcome to our next research seminar. Elaine Treharne (Stanford) on handwriting, women scribes, digital tools and manuscripts. 10 February 5.30 pm GMT, Laidlaw Library (hybrid). To register: forms.office.com/e/iP5qRb5GSk #medieval #manuscripts #palaeography #digitalhumanities
February 5, 2026 at 5:43 PM
All welcome to our next research seminar. Elaine Treharne (Stanford) on handwriting, women scribes, digital tools and manuscripts. 10 February 5.30 pm GMT, Laidlaw Library (hybrid). To register: forms.office.com/e/iP5qRb5GSk #medieval #manuscripts #palaeography #digitalhumanities
"the whole world is in a terrible state o' chassis"
February 8, 2026 at 8:59 PM
"the whole world is in a terrible state o' chassis"
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"On this day 100 years ago, The Plough and the Stars by Sean O'Casey premiered at the Abbey Theatre."
#OnThisDay 100 years ago, The Plough and the Stars by Sean O'Casey premiered at the Abbey Theatre.
At its original production in February 1926, the audience rioted. Now regarded as a masterpiece, this provocative play is an essential part of our understanding of Irish history and Irish theatre.
At its original production in February 1926, the audience rioted. Now regarded as a masterpiece, this provocative play is an essential part of our understanding of Irish history and Irish theatre.
February 8, 2026 at 8:14 PM
"On this day 100 years ago, The Plough and the Stars by Sean O'Casey premiered at the Abbey Theatre."
At school we had to study Juno and the Paycock, The Plough and the Stars, and The Shadow of a Gunman. Great plays!
February 8, 2026 at 8:44 PM
At school we had to study Juno and the Paycock, The Plough and the Stars, and The Shadow of a Gunman. Great plays!
Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus
München, Bayerische Staatsbibliothek Clm 10077; Fuldar Sacramentary; 10th century; Northwest Germany (Fulda School); f.11v
München, Bayerische Staatsbibliothek Clm 10077; Fuldar Sacramentary; 10th century; Northwest Germany (Fulda School); f.11v
February 8, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus
München, Bayerische Staatsbibliothek Clm 10077; Fuldar Sacramentary; 10th century; Northwest Germany (Fulda School); f.11v
München, Bayerische Staatsbibliothek Clm 10077; Fuldar Sacramentary; 10th century; Northwest Germany (Fulda School); f.11v
Please name these "McSweeney allies".
February 8, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Please name these "McSweeney allies".
Tail biting dragon
Bodleian Library MS. Kennicott 1; 'the Kennicott Bible'; 1476CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.71v @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
Bodleian Library MS. Kennicott 1; 'the Kennicott Bible'; 1476CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.71v @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
February 8, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Tail biting dragon
Bodleian Library MS. Kennicott 1; 'the Kennicott Bible'; 1476CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.71v @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
Bodleian Library MS. Kennicott 1; 'the Kennicott Bible'; 1476CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.71v @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
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February 23 is the deadline to apply for Intermediate Classical Armenian, a language and paleography course held from July 5–25, 2026, at HMML in Collegeville, Minnesota. All course fees, meals, and lodging are sponsored by @dumbartonoaks.bsky.social.
Apply: hmml.org/programs/intermediate-armenian
Apply: hmml.org/programs/intermediate-armenian
February 8, 2026 at 3:23 PM
February 23 is the deadline to apply for Intermediate Classical Armenian, a language and paleography course held from July 5–25, 2026, at HMML in Collegeville, Minnesota. All course fees, meals, and lodging are sponsored by @dumbartonoaks.bsky.social.
Apply: hmml.org/programs/intermediate-armenian
Apply: hmml.org/programs/intermediate-armenian
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Ukraine was not involved in the assassination attempt on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, the first deputy head of Russian military intelligence (GRU), Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said in a comment to Reuters published on Feb. 8.
Ukraine denies involvement in attempted assassination of Russian general Alekseev
“We don’t know what happened with that particular general — maybe it was their own internal Russian infighting,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.
kyivindependent.com
February 8, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Ukraine was not involved in the assassination attempt on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, the first deputy head of Russian military intelligence (GRU), Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said in a comment to Reuters published on Feb. 8.
Very much enjoying this 'Weekend Extra' format, long may it continue. Great to see the archive material and would be good to see more of that, especially around the time a few years after the end of the Soviet Union. Excellent piano playing as always!
February 8, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Very much enjoying this 'Weekend Extra' format, long may it continue. Great to see the archive material and would be good to see more of that, especially around the time a few years after the end of the Soviet Union. Excellent piano playing as always!
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I’m back with another Reading Russia Weekend Extra. In this edition: what the Russian papers have been saying about the talks in Abu Dhabi and the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, plus memories of a Nato chief visiting Moscow 25 years ago. #ReadingRussia
Reading Russia Weekend Extra: memories of a Nato visit to Moscow.
YouTube video by Steve Rosenberg
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February 8, 2026 at 1:11 PM
I’m back with another Reading Russia Weekend Extra. In this edition: what the Russian papers have been saying about the talks in Abu Dhabi and the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, plus memories of a Nato chief visiting Moscow 25 years ago. #ReadingRussia
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If you are in a position to support my open-source project work, then any amount is welcome. You just need to create a free GitHub account, and you can remain anonymous if you prefer.
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February 8, 2026 at 12:04 PM
If you are in a position to support my open-source project work, then any amount is welcome. You just need to create a free GitHub account, and you can remain anonymous if you prefer.
There’s info on that page about how your contribution will be used.
github.com/sponsors/Mik...
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There’s info on that page about how your contribution will be used.
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I wish our Labour Govt would run a nationwide scheme like this. The private rental sector is a really tough place to have to live in these days.
February 8, 2026 at 11:32 AM
I wish our Labour Govt would run a nationwide scheme like this. The private rental sector is a really tough place to have to live in these days.
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Key workers keep London moving. They deserve to live in the city they serve.
That’s why I’m proud to have launched the Key Worker Living Rent scheme, which could save key workers thousands per year in rent.
That’s why I’m proud to have launched the Key Worker Living Rent scheme, which could save key workers thousands per year in rent.
London's key workers could save £6,000 rent a year with 6,000 discounted homes
The rents will be capped at £600.
metro.co.uk
February 8, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Key workers keep London moving. They deserve to live in the city they serve.
That’s why I’m proud to have launched the Key Worker Living Rent scheme, which could save key workers thousands per year in rent.
That’s why I’m proud to have launched the Key Worker Living Rent scheme, which could save key workers thousands per year in rent.
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While there is justified outrage about Mandelson, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor &others, the relentless media focus on Keir Starmer (who was NOT mentioned in any Epstein file) is overdone.
By contrast, no focus on Farage who WAS mentioned (and who, BTW, applauded the appointment of Mandelson)…
By contrast, no focus on Farage who WAS mentioned (and who, BTW, applauded the appointment of Mandelson)…
February 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM
While there is justified outrage about Mandelson, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor &others, the relentless media focus on Keir Starmer (who was NOT mentioned in any Epstein file) is overdone.
By contrast, no focus on Farage who WAS mentioned (and who, BTW, applauded the appointment of Mandelson)…
By contrast, no focus on Farage who WAS mentioned (and who, BTW, applauded the appointment of Mandelson)…
Thanks Mike. Good to see you posting over here!
Chris
Chris
February 8, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Thanks Mike. Good to see you posting over here!
Chris
Chris
The beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) is marked by this design:
#ParashahPictures
BnF MS Hébreu 20. Bible (תנ"ך); 1301 CE; Tudela (Spain); f.51v @gallicabnf.bsky.social
#ParashahPictures
BnF MS Hébreu 20. Bible (תנ"ך); 1301 CE; Tudela (Spain); f.51v @gallicabnf.bsky.social
February 8, 2026 at 9:39 AM
The beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) is marked by this design:
#ParashahPictures
BnF MS Hébreu 20. Bible (תנ"ך); 1301 CE; Tudela (Spain); f.51v @gallicabnf.bsky.social
#ParashahPictures
BnF MS Hébreu 20. Bible (תנ"ך); 1301 CE; Tudela (Spain); f.51v @gallicabnf.bsky.social
Decorated initial-word panel at the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים)
#ParashahPictures
BL Or 2696; Torah with Rash's commentary; 14th century; Germany; f.146v
#ParashahPictures
BL Or 2696; Torah with Rash's commentary; 14th century; Germany; f.146v
February 8, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Decorated initial-word panel at the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים)
#ParashahPictures
BL Or 2696; Torah with Rash's commentary; 14th century; Germany; f.146v
#ParashahPictures
BL Or 2696; Torah with Rash's commentary; 14th century; Germany; f.146v
Two creatures surround the initial-word panel at the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים).
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 11639; 'The Northern French Miscellany'; 1277 CE-1324 CE; f.39r
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 11639; 'The Northern French Miscellany'; 1277 CE-1324 CE; f.39r
February 8, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Two creatures surround the initial-word panel at the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים).
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 11639; 'The Northern French Miscellany'; 1277 CE-1324 CE; f.39r
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 11639; 'The Northern French Miscellany'; 1277 CE-1324 CE; f.39r
A duck is part of the decoration around the initial-word panel marking the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים)
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 15423; Pentateuch; 1441 CE-1467 CE; Italy (Florence); f.49v
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 15423; Pentateuch; 1441 CE-1467 CE; Italy (Florence); f.49v
February 8, 2026 at 9:26 AM
A duck is part of the decoration around the initial-word panel marking the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים)
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 15423; Pentateuch; 1441 CE-1467 CE; Italy (Florence); f.49v
#ParashahPictures
BL Add MS 15423; Pentateuch; 1441 CE-1467 CE; Italy (Florence); f.49v
The marker of the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) rests upon the back of a small creature. #ParashahPictures
BnF Hébreu 29; Bible; 15th century; f.53r @gallicabnf.bsky.social
BnF Hébreu 29; Bible; 15th century; f.53r @gallicabnf.bsky.social
February 8, 2026 at 9:24 AM
The marker of the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) rests upon the back of a small creature. #ParashahPictures
BnF Hébreu 29; Bible; 15th century; f.53r @gallicabnf.bsky.social
BnF Hébreu 29; Bible; 15th century; f.53r @gallicabnf.bsky.social
Joseph Ibn Hayyim marks the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) with this image of captivity. #ParashahPictures
BodleianLibrary, MS Kennicott 1; 'The Kennicott Bible'; 1476 CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.47r @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
BodleianLibrary, MS Kennicott 1; 'The Kennicott Bible'; 1476 CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.47r @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
February 8, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Joseph Ibn Hayyim marks the beginning of Torah portion Mishpatim (מִּשְׁפָּטִים) with this image of captivity. #ParashahPictures
BodleianLibrary, MS Kennicott 1; 'The Kennicott Bible'; 1476 CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.47r @bodleian.ox.ac.uk
BodleianLibrary, MS Kennicott 1; 'The Kennicott Bible'; 1476 CE; La Coruña, Spain; f.47r @bodleian.ox.ac.uk