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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 4h

A forgotten conflict, at least in the West. More than 20 people killed in central #Myanmar after the military launched motorised paraglider attacks during a candlelight vigil

Dozens killed in Myanmar after armed paraglider attack: Reports

Amnesty International says the military launched a paraglider attack on a nighttime civilian gathering.

www.aljazeera.com

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 21h

Stumbled into this… incredible, UNESCO Virtual Museum of Stolen Objects museum.unesco.org/stolen-objects

UNESCO Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects

Discover the UNESCO Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects.

museum.unesco.org

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 2d

A chilling story on so many levels

Historian uses AI to help identify Nazi in notorious Holocaust murder image

Jürgen Matthäus has for years been investigating the killer – and is confident he has finally solved the mystery

www.theguardian.com

Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 8d

Weekend work, my chillies now suitably pickled for the coming winter.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 10d

The insults directed at Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry during the Ryder Cup come from few bad apples or they echo the toxic political climate in the US where personal attacks, shaming, and name-calling modelled by the President have become the norm. Discuss.

Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 12d

Keir Starmer has managed to pick the one issue that will unite both the right and the left against him, not to mention at least half of Northern Ireland: digital ID cards. He seems determined not to see his term out.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 14d

A small thing we can do....call on the Irish government to Guarantee Safe Passage for the Global Sumud Flotilla since there are citizens on board - please sign:

Immediate Action Needed: Guarantee Safe Passage for the Global Sumud Flotilla

1. Protection of Irish Citizens If Irish nationals are on board (as has been reported in past flotillas), the government has a duty of care under international and domestic law to protect them abroad...

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 15d

I'm not a doctor or scientist but...enough said.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 19d

Live press conference happening now and streaming on the new Northern Ireland Legacy proposals: www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c1...

UK and Irish governments to publish new Northern Ireland Troubles legacy proposals - live updates

They seek to heal a rift between London and Dublin created by the current measures, which were introduced by the previous UK government.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 19d

Israel has committed genocide in the Gaza Strip, according to a UN Commission. Just for the record the Commission was chaired by Navi Pillay, a figure with an impeccable human rights track record www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...

Israel has committed genocide in the Gaza Strip, UN Commission finds

GENEVA – Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, a...

www.ohchr.org

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 20d

The sycophantic bootlicking of Donald Trump by the British state reveals all you need to know about the current government. No courage and no integrity.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 22d

Interesting long post from @techethicsltd.bsky.social on the challenges of misinformation “The Avalanche of Misinformation: Why Good Actors Must Do More” #TechEthics #PeaceTech

#techethics #aiethics #democraticresilience #ethicalinnovation #aiforhumanrights #misinformation | TechEthics

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 The avalanche of misinformation is impending; faster, smarter, and harder to stop. The question is: are good actors doing enough to defen...

www.linkedin.com

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 26d

This is great news for CAIN and Dr Grant, and INCORE. Brilliant to see this expanding and developing.

INCORE Ulster University @ulsteruniincore.bsky.social · 27d

Huge congratulations to Dr Adrian Grant & CAIN for securing funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for his project “Home in Troubled Times: Exploring everyday life and conflict in Northern Ireland using digital archives”, which INCORE is proud to host! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

National Lottery funding for seven Derry heritage projects

The projects include the regeneration of the former Austins deprtment store and St Columb's Hall.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · 27d

No comment necessary.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Sep 7

The UK in numbers this weekend: 425 arrests made for peacefully protesting against genocide. 0 arrests of those who support, fund, or commit genocide

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Sep 5

Looking to upgrade your skills? Join us later this month for our short course, "Foundations of Peace and Conflict Studies." This course can be taken as a standalone or as part of a certificate programme, and even counts towards an MSc. www.ulster.ac.uk/courses/2025...

Foundations of Peace and Conflict Studies at Ulster University. Short course and CPD Part-time, in Belfast - 2025/26 entry year.

This course provides an advanced introduction to key concepts, ideas and debates in this field of study of peace and conflict studies.

www.ulster.ac.uk

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Sep 2

Another scare story of Labour appealing to the most conservative elements of society. International students contribute over £30 billion to the UK economy (and they also pay a supplement to the NHS). Just scapegoating and deflection www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Home Office tells foreign students they will be removed if they overstay visas

About 130,000 to be contacted for first time in response to ‘alarming’ spike in numbers claiming asylum

www.theguardian.com

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 25

Here are some pictures of Soviet bus stops to start your day and the link for more www.instagram.com/p/DNgjUd2Sby...

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 22

Experts confirm there is famine in Gaza and it is “entirely man-made”. No amount of denial can erase the facts: this famine is a direct result of willful actions inflicted on Palestinian civilians by Israel.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 20

It’s finally here! 🎉 Guy Brett’s 1986 book explores how ordinary people use art to resist oppression and advocate for social change. Features an insightful chapter on Chilean arpilleras, which are central to Conflict Textiles, where I’m proud to serve as a Trustee @conflicttextiles.bsky.social

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 14

A Level results day in the UK and this young man uses the BBC interview to call out the genocide in Gaza and BBC complicity. The future will be different youtu.be/n-bxOfRKGjI?...

A LEVEL student calls out the BBC on results day

YouTube video by PalPulse

youtu.be

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 13

Just getting to this now but here are some photos from our lovely holiday on the Costa Brava. We are lucky people.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 9

A 62-year-old woman arrested in Belfast under terrorism legislation for wearing a t-shirt, while the UK government actively supports genocide. Labour should be ashamed www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast...

Woman arrested in Belfast under terror legislation for wearing t-shirt

Gerry Carroll condemns PSNI over arrest

www.belfastlive.co.uk

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 8

Everyday Israel flouts international law. Geneva Conventions (54 of Additional Protocol I): starvation of civilians as a method of warfare is prohibited...and parties to a conflict must allow for the passage of humanitarian relief for civilians in need, ensuring that aid is provided without delay.

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Professor Brandon Hamber @brandonhamber.bsky.social · Aug 4

The latest Transitional Justice Institute seminar: “An Omni-crisis in International Law: Iran, Israel, and Gaza.” Insightful discussion—highly recommended for anyone interested in current events! youtu.be/xwYc7c6P89Y?...

An Omni-crisis in International Law: Iran, Israel and Gaza – Webinar

YouTube video by Transitional Justice Institute, University of Ulster, Northern Ireland

youtu.be

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