Nick Halliday
@hallidaynick.bsky.social
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Ex NAO, GDS, Defra, DWP, ECGD.
Ex NAO, GDS, Defra, DWP, ECGD.
E8 London art and craft trail 6 and 7 December. A chance to visit artist's studios.
www.e8artandcrafttrail.co.uk
www.e8artandcrafttrail.co.uk
Follow the interactive map to find participating locations and check out the artists’ pages for details of their work.
www.e8artandcrafttrail.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 7:50 PM
E8 London art and craft trail 6 and 7 December. A chance to visit artist's studios.
www.e8artandcrafttrail.co.uk
www.e8artandcrafttrail.co.uk
TLS books of the year. The most mentioned by a lot of people: Seamus Heaney Poems. Includes all published volumes plus unpublished. Amazing review in TLS. Other popular one Muriel Spark's letters.
November 19, 2025 at 9:31 AM
TLS books of the year. The most mentioned by a lot of people: Seamus Heaney Poems. Includes all published volumes plus unpublished. Amazing review in TLS. Other popular one Muriel Spark's letters.
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Want to walk into and through an actual Iron Age house…and UP THE STAIRS?
Of course you bloody do.
Come with me.
Carn Liath broch, just sitting quietly beside the A9 as thousands whizz by without stopping. Their mistake.
Far too excited to wait for #HillfortsWednesday
Of course you bloody do.
Come with me.
Carn Liath broch, just sitting quietly beside the A9 as thousands whizz by without stopping. Their mistake.
Far too excited to wait for #HillfortsWednesday
November 17, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Want to walk into and through an actual Iron Age house…and UP THE STAIRS?
Of course you bloody do.
Come with me.
Carn Liath broch, just sitting quietly beside the A9 as thousands whizz by without stopping. Their mistake.
Far too excited to wait for #HillfortsWednesday
Of course you bloody do.
Come with me.
Carn Liath broch, just sitting quietly beside the A9 as thousands whizz by without stopping. Their mistake.
Far too excited to wait for #HillfortsWednesday
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The first seal pups of 2025 have arrived on the Farne Islands!
Around 3,000 pups are expected to be born this winter. Thanks to your support, our rangers are able to monitor their numbers to help us understand and protect this important population.
Photo: Ranger Beth using a long lens
Around 3,000 pups are expected to be born this winter. Thanks to your support, our rangers are able to monitor their numbers to help us understand and protect this important population.
Photo: Ranger Beth using a long lens
November 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
The first seal pups of 2025 have arrived on the Farne Islands!
Around 3,000 pups are expected to be born this winter. Thanks to your support, our rangers are able to monitor their numbers to help us understand and protect this important population.
Photo: Ranger Beth using a long lens
Around 3,000 pups are expected to be born this winter. Thanks to your support, our rangers are able to monitor their numbers to help us understand and protect this important population.
Photo: Ranger Beth using a long lens
Perhaps my favourite artist alongside Hokusai.
This print is one of Hiroshige’s best-known works, depicting travellers caught in a summer rainstorm. 🌧️
By accentuating diagonals throughout the composition and intensifying with tonal variation of the black ink in the background, Hiroshige effectively captures the feeling of the driving rain.
By accentuating diagonals throughout the composition and intensifying with tonal variation of the black ink in the background, Hiroshige effectively captures the feeling of the driving rain.
November 18, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Perhaps my favourite artist alongside Hokusai.
New sci-fi film. 'The knowledge road'. Guy trudges through snow with son to a small village. Says to the villagers 'we have news, knowledge and books to share untouched by AI'.
What does that mean about where we should put our efforts?
I don't think it's feasible to diversify dominant LLMs. I do think it's possible, maybe, to support humans to pass on what they know to other people. We need to invest in local knowledge preservers and teachers.
I don't think it's feasible to diversify dominant LLMs. I do think it's possible, maybe, to support humans to pass on what they know to other people. We need to invest in local knowledge preservers and teachers.
November 18, 2025 at 9:06 AM
New sci-fi film. 'The knowledge road'. Guy trudges through snow with son to a small village. Says to the villagers 'we have news, knowledge and books to share untouched by AI'.
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Excited to share that I am one of the ‘talking heads’ for the National Geographic series ‘Gladiators: Warriors of the Ancient World’. The series airs on National Geographic TV (US), but the first episode is on YouTube: youtu.be/9ssD7rNNv88?... #AncientBlueSky #ClassicsBlueSky #BlueSkyClassics
October 24, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Excited to share that I am one of the ‘talking heads’ for the National Geographic series ‘Gladiators: Warriors of the Ancient World’. The series airs on National Geographic TV (US), but the first episode is on YouTube: youtu.be/9ssD7rNNv88?... #AncientBlueSky #ClassicsBlueSky #BlueSkyClassics
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✨A cat amongst the birds ✨
Amongst the treasures held by the MAN Napoli is this beautiful scene from ancient Capua. A pigeon and two parrots eagerly attend the bird bath, but watch out for that cat!
#MosaicMonday #AncientRome
Amongst the treasures held by the MAN Napoli is this beautiful scene from ancient Capua. A pigeon and two parrots eagerly attend the bird bath, but watch out for that cat!
#MosaicMonday #AncientRome
November 17, 2025 at 7:48 AM
✨A cat amongst the birds ✨
Amongst the treasures held by the MAN Napoli is this beautiful scene from ancient Capua. A pigeon and two parrots eagerly attend the bird bath, but watch out for that cat!
#MosaicMonday #AncientRome
Amongst the treasures held by the MAN Napoli is this beautiful scene from ancient Capua. A pigeon and two parrots eagerly attend the bird bath, but watch out for that cat!
#MosaicMonday #AncientRome
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Everyone’s favourite - the ‘Wolf and Twins’ mosaic from Roman Aldborough (Isurium Brigantum) depicting the legend of Romulus and Remus. Dating to the 4th century AD, the mosaic is now part of the collections at Leeds City Museum. 📷 My own. #MosaicMonday #RomanBritain
November 17, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Everyone’s favourite - the ‘Wolf and Twins’ mosaic from Roman Aldborough (Isurium Brigantum) depicting the legend of Romulus and Remus. Dating to the 4th century AD, the mosaic is now part of the collections at Leeds City Museum. 📷 My own. #MosaicMonday #RomanBritain
'thanks to Harlequins fly half...' #COYQs
I actually said 'what's the point of bringing him on now?'
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
I actually said 'what's the point of bringing him on now?'
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
Wales 24-23 Japan: Head coach Steve Tandy couldn't watch Jarrod Evans' match-winning penalty
Steve Tandy admits he could not watch Jarrod Evans' match-winning penalty for Wales against Japan that left Eddie Jones frustrated.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 9:51 AM
'thanks to Harlequins fly half...' #COYQs
I actually said 'what's the point of bringing him on now?'
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
I actually said 'what's the point of bringing him on now?'
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
Italy V South Africa rugby match. Two top ex-Quins playing on each side. Italy: Tommy Allen and Louis Lynagh. South Africa: Wilco Louw and Andre Esterhuizen. #COYQs
November 15, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Italy V South Africa rugby match. Two top ex-Quins playing on each side. Italy: Tommy Allen and Louis Lynagh. South Africa: Wilco Louw and Andre Esterhuizen. #COYQs
Now we are talking. Also did body painting and fire burnt stuff. Sold tickets to an art event that did not exist so no body could attend.
Untitled blue monochrome (IKB 82) by Yves Klein, 1959
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137339
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137339
November 15, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Now we are talking. Also did body painting and fire burnt stuff. Sold tickets to an art event that did not exist so no body could attend.
Knew I had forgotten 'International en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interna...
International Klein Blue - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
November 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Knew I had forgotten 'International en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interna...
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“Unlimited power is apt to corrupt the minds of those who possess it; and this I know, my Lords, that where laws end, there tyranny begins.”
The Great Commoner, William Pitt the Elder, born #OTD 1708.
Portrait by William Hoare c. 1754, National Portrait Gallery London
The Great Commoner, William Pitt the Elder, born #OTD 1708.
Portrait by William Hoare c. 1754, National Portrait Gallery London
November 15, 2025 at 6:01 AM
“Unlimited power is apt to corrupt the minds of those who possess it; and this I know, my Lords, that where laws end, there tyranny begins.”
The Great Commoner, William Pitt the Elder, born #OTD 1708.
Portrait by William Hoare c. 1754, National Portrait Gallery London
The Great Commoner, William Pitt the Elder, born #OTD 1708.
Portrait by William Hoare c. 1754, National Portrait Gallery London
I prefer the 'Yves Klein blue' but hey that's just me. A great artist.
Untitled red monochrome (M 63) by Yves Klein, 1959
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137885
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137885
November 15, 2025 at 9:24 AM
I prefer the 'Yves Klein blue' but hey that's just me. A great artist.
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If the UK is on the brink of civil war, as Musk claims, it follows that in 300 years time there will be be a new generation of civil war re-enactment societies.
"Geoff,you defend Laurence Fox. Can you guys shout outside a hostel. Brian, i need you to relentlessly slag off Nish Kumar on Facebook."
"Geoff,you defend Laurence Fox. Can you guys shout outside a hostel. Brian, i need you to relentlessly slag off Nish Kumar on Facebook."
November 15, 2025 at 9:12 AM
If the UK is on the brink of civil war, as Musk claims, it follows that in 300 years time there will be be a new generation of civil war re-enactment societies.
"Geoff,you defend Laurence Fox. Can you guys shout outside a hostel. Brian, i need you to relentlessly slag off Nish Kumar on Facebook."
"Geoff,you defend Laurence Fox. Can you guys shout outside a hostel. Brian, i need you to relentlessly slag off Nish Kumar on Facebook."
Saw him play for the Barbarians a few years ago and he was the stand out player on the pitch.
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
England v New Zealand: Damian McKenzie sets example for hosts
England will have to find another level to edge out a team they have beaten only eight times in more than a century.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Saw him play for the Barbarians a few years ago and he was the stand out player on the pitch.
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
BBC News - TikTok sticking out tongue trend: Victim in Finsbury Park speaks out
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
TikTok sticking out tongue trend: Victim in Finsbury Park speaks out
For a second time, I've faced disability harassment. Here's what I learned by reporting it.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 8:59 AM
BBC News - TikTok sticking out tongue trend: Victim in Finsbury Park speaks out
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Well now I will be looking out for smartwatches next time. Might explain how some teams in pub quiz I go to get stuff right?
BBC News - The Barking Dog quiz cheating: BBC visits pub - and sees the questions
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - The Barking Dog quiz cheating: BBC visits pub - and sees the questions
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The Barking Dog quiz cheating: BBC visits pub - and sees the questions
The weekly pub quiz at the Barking Dog in Urmston returns after a cheating team was rumbled.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Well now I will be looking out for smartwatches next time. Might explain how some teams in pub quiz I go to get stuff right?
BBC News - The Barking Dog quiz cheating: BBC visits pub - and sees the questions
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - The Barking Dog quiz cheating: BBC visits pub - and sees the questions
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Treasure finds in England reach record high
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Treasure finds in England reach record high
Treasure finds in England have reached a record high according to provisional government figures.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 13, 2025 at 9:19 AM
BBC News - Treasure finds in England reach record high
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients' deaths - but they kept using it - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients' deaths - but they kept using it
Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 13, 2025 at 9:17 AM
BBC News - Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients' deaths - but they kept using it - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Luxurious duck-shaped vessel carved from a single piece of rock crystal around 3,500 years ago!
From Bronze Age Mycenae, it is said to be an exquisite example of imported Minoan stoneworking. Probably used to hold oils or cosmetics.
National Archaeological Museum Athens Greece
📷 me
#Archaeology
From Bronze Age Mycenae, it is said to be an exquisite example of imported Minoan stoneworking. Probably used to hold oils or cosmetics.
National Archaeological Museum Athens Greece
📷 me
#Archaeology
November 12, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Luxurious duck-shaped vessel carved from a single piece of rock crystal around 3,500 years ago!
From Bronze Age Mycenae, it is said to be an exquisite example of imported Minoan stoneworking. Probably used to hold oils or cosmetics.
National Archaeological Museum Athens Greece
📷 me
#Archaeology
From Bronze Age Mycenae, it is said to be an exquisite example of imported Minoan stoneworking. Probably used to hold oils or cosmetics.
National Archaeological Museum Athens Greece
📷 me
#Archaeology
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BBC Under Attack: Pot and Kettle Special
The new Private Eye is out now.
The new Private Eye is out now.
November 12, 2025 at 8:06 AM
BBC Under Attack: Pot and Kettle Special
The new Private Eye is out now.
The new Private Eye is out now.