One of my favourite academic papers...
What’s the Deal with Birds? https://t.co/onMBFdRHqF by @evornithology 🙏!
Abstract: "Birds are pretty weird. I mean, they have feathers. WTF? To investigate this issue, I looked at some birds."
Gold.
PS, Predatory journals are a menace.
We are pleased to announce that nominations for the 2025 OHS Awards Program are now open!
Help the OHS recognize excellence in the field of history by submitting a nomination by August 1: https://t.co/H8SE8DoEhZ.
#OntarioHistoricalSociety#OHSAwards#Heritage#OntarioHistory
Announcing the launch of Ontario History journal's 2025 Spring special issue on "High Strangeness in Ontario’s History!" Enjoy 5 new articles and 11 book reviews.
https://t.co/txhInbgFiT
Magnificent 45 minute episode on London's historic gas lamps by @LondonStone, featuring history from Chris Sugg @gaslightingman, our @LondonGasketeer campaign to save them, today's Lamplighters who look after them, and where to see them now: https://t.co/pxBmuv8AK8 via @YouTube
Opening Friday 4 April👇
Secrets of the Thames is the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to mudlarking – with over 350 objects on display at London Museum Docklands, uncover hidden treasures from London’s past & learn about the art of mudlarking.
🎟️ https://t.co/O5WLKIQL6H
Ancient rivers once nourished and protected the lands where we built our biggest cities.
Now, they're buried underground.
Is it finally time to let them see daylight? https://t.co/ZLhL99iAyO .
OHS is pleased to share the first instalment of a new series highlighting local history in communities across Ontario—recognizing the incredible volunteers who tell our stories. This video features The Friends of Hope Mill, incorporated by the OHS in 2017
https://t.co/hgxtjJSpuT
Thanks to @BobGeorgiouTO for a terrific @Doors_OpenTO walk uncovering the hidden history of the Graydon Hall neighbourhood! It was amazing to see the Duncan Mill ruins for the first time. #DOT24#NorthYork
Come walk with me through Graydon Hall for @Doors_OpenTO! We will uncover the 'Hidden Histories' of this neighbourhood, including lost roads, amazing topographies and urban ruins! Note: This is an entirely outdoor tour. #DOT24
Details & Registration: https://t.co/W6WImIvJui
A year ago, he left to do marathons around the globe and break a world record. Now Toronto's Ben Pobjoy is home after completing 242 freestyle marathons across 70 countries, by @andy_takagi https://t.co/PCJsQCIx8h via @torontostar#running 🏃♀️