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ᒪᑰᓯ Mark Springer @markspringer.bsky.social · 3h

The hits just keep on coming.
feat. @alaskawx.bsky.social
www.kyuk.org/alaska-state...

Western Alaska in crosshairs for major storm, with high wind and flooding expected

That's according to the National Weather Service, which has issued weather warnings or watches along most of Alaska's west and northwest coast, from the Kuskokwim Delta all the way north to Utqiagvik.

www.kyuk.org

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Jennifer Schell @jenniferschell16.bsky.social · 5h

So cool! I love seafaring dinosaurs🌊🦕🦖🌊

Jeanne Timmons @mostlymammoths.bsky.social · 5h

"A near-complete skeleton found on UK’s Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new and rare species of #ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans."

www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/r...

Rare Jurassic 'Sword Dragon' prehistoric reptile discovered in the UK

A near-complete skeleton found on UK’s Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new and rare species of ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans.The dolphin...

www.manchester.ac.uk

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Rick Thoman @alaskawx.bsky.social · 8h

Ex-typhoon Halong is going to produce extreme winds and coastal flooding this weekend in western Alaska. Norton Sound and the YK delta coast especially high threat. #akwx #ExtremeWeather #AlaskaSky @markspringer.bsky.social @climatologist49.bsky.social @hanners64n.bsky.social

Weather model forecast for Sunday morning October 12 at 7am AKDT showing sustained wind speeds (colors) and sea level pressure (lines).

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Kim Weeden @weedenkim.bsky.social · 9h

In Lower 48, "climate change" conjures images of hot summers, fires, storms, & flooding

In interior & northern AK, another effect is clear: permafrost melt. It destroys roads & structures, releases CO2 & methane, & awakens 40,000 year old microbes.

What could go wrong?

HT @shanahstone.bsky.social

Ancient Alaska microbes' thaw helps understanding of climate change feedback loop

Using samples gathered from a permafrost tunnel north of Fairbanks, researchers have awakened microbes that were last active as far back as 40,000 years ago.

alaskapublic.org

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Rick Thoman @alaskawx.bsky.social · 1d

Kotzebue ocean level peaked 7pm AKDT Wednesday but remained in major flood levels through 5am Thursday. The peak water level was the same as reached October 22, 2024, which produced the worst flooding in living memory. #akwx #ExtremeWeather #weather

Plot of the ocean water level at Kotzebue, Alaska October 2-9, 2025 showing the major flooding October 8-9.

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Dr. Kat Napaaqtuk❄️ @napaaqtuk.bsky.social · 1d

Another "storm of the century" is hitting Kotzebue, for the second year in a row. Last year's storm almost took out my dad's house. Woke up to videos of the flooding and it's already bad. They are expected to get another storm after this one passes.

www.kotz.org/kotz-local-n...

Kotzebue has issued a mandatory evacuation order as flooding from coastal storm begins

Water could rise as much as 10 feet above the high tide line, according the National Weather Service

www.kotz.org

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Michelle A. Rodrigues 🐒 @marspidermonkey.bsky.social · 8d

As a primatologist, Jane Goodall was a huge inspiration to me. I admired the way she describes chimpanzee behavior with such detail and empathy, and she’s inspired so many people and advocated for chimpanzee conservation and welfare.

However, I'm dismayed at what her narrative leaves out (1/10)

Photo of Jane Goodall in the center, signing a book, with three women standing slightly hunched behind her. A very young Michelle is to the right, smiling.

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Katie Writer @akktwriter.bsky.social · 2d

www.buzzsprout.com/951223/episo...

Coastal flooding in Kotzebue, watching Typhoon Halong, and Arctic Report Card 2025.
#rickthoman#kotzebue#storms
@alaskawx.bsky.social

Kotzebue Storm~Oct 8th, 2025~Rick Thoman - Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast

A strong storm impacting Kotzebue on Oct. 8th, 2025 ...(one year after a 2024 storm)has the community evacuated from homes along the coast to the high school, which is on higher ground. Climatologist,...

www.buzzsprout.com

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Rick Thoman @alaskawx.bsky.social · 2d

Wednesday early afternoon: mandatory evacuation for the entire city of Kotzebue (posted on the city FB page) for expected coastal flooding later today. No roads in or out of Kotz, so in this case, evacuation means go to the High School. #akwx #weatther #Alaska

City of Kotzebue Mandatory Evacuation Order Issued 1205pm October 8, 2025. Due to incoming storm.water surge, the City of Kotzebue is issuing a mandatory evacuation order for all residents, effective immediately.

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Jennifer Schell @jenniferschell16.bsky.social · 2d

I just taught Moby-Dick. It's my favorite book of all time. Hate to see it messed with like this! 😂

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Riley Black 🦕 🏳️‍⚧️ @restingdinoface.bsky.social · 2d

Yessss

Reactor Magazine @reactorsff.bsky.social · 2d

You will soon stalk, hunt, and take down Prey in theaters:

reactormag.com/prey-predato...

Prey Is Finally Getting the Theatrical Release Director Dan Trachtenberg Says It Was Made For - Reactor

The 2022 film is showing as part of a Predator double feature.

reactormag.com

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Jennifer Schell @jenniferschell16.bsky.social · 2d

Can confirm. He's not. He's also probably quoting Star Teck II: The Wrath of Khan, which uses the same line. Not that that makes it make sense...

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Jennifer Schell @jenniferschell16.bsky.social · 2d

Congratulations! Can't wait to read it!

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Dolly Jørgensen @dollyjorgensen.bsky.social · 4d

It’s real!!
I just got my first copy of Ghosts Behind Glass and it is beautiful. You all really need to order your copies. You will not regret it. press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/bo...

Double page spread with a photo of diorama

Chapter 3 Cursed treasures on left, lion on right

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Jennifer Schell @jenniferschell16.bsky.social · 2d

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Association for the Study of Literature and Environment @asle-us.bsky.social · 3d

Want to get more involved with the Association for the Study of Literature and Environment? Consider an elected or appointed office! We are seeking candidates for our fall elections now: www.asle.org/stay.../asle...

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Michelle Chen @michellechn.bsky.social · 3d

I know ya'll love a free book...

UPColorado @upcolorado.bsky.social · 3d

Happy #OAWeek! Did you know we have a full collection of books that are completely FREE to read? Open Books = Open Minds. Check out the full list here and spread the word! read.upcolorado.com #readUP #OAWeek2025

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UPColorado @upcolorado.bsky.social · 3d

Happy #OAWeek! Did you know we have a full collection of books that are completely FREE to read? Open Books = Open Minds. Check out the full list here and spread the word! read.upcolorado.com #readUP #OAWeek2025

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Princess Daazhraii Johnson @princessdaazhraii.bsky.social · 3d

As this administration guts climate science & mitigation efforts in the midst of a climate emergency & opens #Alaska to more extraction - we are all left to suffer the consequences. @rick any data on amount of rainfall lately & potential impacts?

Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 5d

Huslia today.

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Dr Michelle LaRue @drmichellelarue.bsky.social · 4d

When I was on the ice w Nat Geo, we visited the emperor penguins at Atka Bay which is a colony that hops up onto the ice shelf rather than staying only on sea ice. This means that when chicks fledge they have a high-dive of a jump to reach the water. Which they do. With spectacular inelegance. 🧪🌍🦑🦉

A scientist in a black jacket and brown hat with binoculars in her hands looks into the distance as emperor penguin chicks hang out in the background.

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Canadian History Ehx @cdnhistoryehx.bsky.social · 7d

Upon her return home, Kenojuak continued to make art and founded the West Baffin Co-operative.
In 1958, she published her 1st print, Rabbit Eating Seaweed. In 1960, she painted her iconic work The Enchanted Owl, which became a stamp in 1970.

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The photo showcases an artwork titled "The Enchanted Owl." It features a stylized owl depicted in a vibrant and dynamic manner. The owl's body is colored in shades of green and yellow, with intricate dot patterns giving it texture. Its eyes are large and expressive, outlined in black. Radiating from behind the owl are long, bold feathers or rays, alternating in black and yellow, creating a striking contrast and a sense of movement or energy. These rays curve and flow around the owl, adding to the dynamic feel of the piece. The background is a simple, light beige, which helps to highlight the vivid colors and bold lines of the owl.

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Modern Humanities Research Association @themhra.bsky.social · Mar 21

The MHRA has transitioned from Twitter/X and will now use Bluesky to communicate our work. We are excited to contribute to establishing Bluesky as a dynamic, inclusive, and engaging platform for academic exchange and collaboration.

To celebrate this new chapter, we are hosting a book giveaway! 👇

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Society for the Study of the American Gothic @ssag.bsky.social · 4d

Please join our Gothic Reading Group on November 7 @ 2:30PM EST for a discussion of Maryse Condé's I, TITUBA, BLACK WITCH OF SALEM.
Here's the Zoom registration link:
gmu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

#SSAG #GothicLiterature #ReadingGroup

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Gothic Reading Group: I, TITUBA, BLACK WITCH OF SALEM. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

gmu.zoom.us

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Jess McLaughlin, PhD (they/them) @jfmclaughlin92.bsky.social · 4d

especially pleading with bookstores to feature these on their Banned Books tables instead of Harry-fucking-Potter

Bisexual Kaiju @bisexualkaiju.myatproto.social · 4d

So you want to support living marginalized banned authors but your local banned books week displays and events are full of famous dead people?

Not to worry: your helpful non-binary bookseller is here to help!

A thread!

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David Reamer @anchistorian.bsky.social · 5d

There once was an object called a bullet pencil, common and known by nearly everyone, even to Alaska. Then they disappeared. My latest article:

From 19th century battlefield relic to 20th century promotional item: The rise and fall of a forgotten oddity, bullet pencils

The pencils started as high-utility writing utensils but became a popular souvenir and marketing tool, eventually reaching Alaska.

www.adn.com

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