Language, History and a Mixture of the two pleases me and I hope you too.
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Both of my books (and my next) have been written in fits and starts. Can't speak for everyone, but if you are beating yourself up about not having a good writing routine, this thread may reassure you.
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I can't tell you how much fun I had taking Ope to his first ever Scottish football game - honestly just a joy, they could have made a feature length film of us laughing at each other. Here's the link if you want the video (it's about 5mins) bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/…
In Nigeria, the term ‘Dundee United’ is used as an insult
Watch more from A View from the Terrace on @BBCiPlayer bbc.in/3vcrc7h
#AVFTT
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Short film by @BBCScotland about my ongoing attempts to redefine the meaning of Dundee United in Nigeria. We can do it, even if it means winning over one Nigerian at a time bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/…
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I can't even speak at the moment. Frans de Waal's death is a profound loss in the world of animal-behavior science. My sincere condolences to his family and closest friends. improbable.com/2024/03/16/sa… #primates #anthropology #ethology #animalbehavior #chimpanzees
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I can’t believe I’m actually writing this.
The North Atlantic sea surface temperature has been at record warm levels for an entire year now, setting daily record highs every day for 365 consecutive days and counting.
Yes, you read that right.
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You can question if it met its aims as a policy but I love the baby box regardless. If you're worried about whether you have the stuff you need - or how to look after a baby - it makes a huge difference to get all the essentials in one delivery.
Around 232,000 baby boxes have been delivered in Scotland to support new parents 🏴🍼
Take a look as our political reporter @agc_reports shows you everything she got in hers!
The wonderful #BeFunnyOrDie by @gralefrit arrived yesterday. Not often that a book can be interesting and laugh out loud funny (despite being on my own). Most recently sniggered at the phrase "Ofsted Dalek". Recommend!
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lost my job as a bridge troll because my riddles were “weirdly personal” and “why are your ankles like that?” isn’t a riddle
Just back from #TheEdit with @lauradaviscomic & @JamesNokise @StandComedyClub. Wonderful first night: crowd up for it, acts able to enjoy themselves & try new stuff. Discovered new acts & able to introduce friends to the wonderful @JosieLong & @EleanorMorton heartily recommend!
"All of the bells ringing out for Christmas, but I'm not supposed to feel this way, all that I want this year for Christmas, is New Years Day"
this has become a #christmas #playlist staple for me. i have even convinced my family.
give it a go
@hurtsband
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this has become a #christmas #playlist staple for me. i have even convinced my family.
give it a go
@hurtsband
open.spotify.com/track/7L673…
But @jlukeroberts was there tonight, both halves. I'm sure @shelfcomedy , a Victorian ghost, annoying couple, a pilot, a 1960s girlfriend and Terry Wogan will attest to that.
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Hadn't seen @JamesNokise live before but certainly wasn't disappointed. A friendly, likeable presence who keeps the jokes coming even when parts of the story he's telling get dark. A funny show, well worth an hour of your time if you're @edfringe
I have seen @paulsinha 's shows on and off for over 15 years of @edfringe , always enjoyed them and last night's was no exception. Still funny, surprising and with some excellently written jokes even for those of us who've never seen the chase.
If you are at @edfringe I heartily recommend @aliterative 's funny and thoughtful show. Went last night and still chuckling at some of the jokes.
Caught up with #QueensThatChangedTheWorld on @Channel4News and so wonderful to hear the voices of so many great historians, especially as they aren't the famous names we see all the time on TV. Not choosing favourites but delighted that the wonderful @DrEstellePrnq is on screen.
Just supported @aliterative 's new book about #D'AnceyLaGuarde as I know someone who will bloody love it. (That person is not me but I'll like it too). If you like comedy and romance novels, I suggest you check it out on @unbounders