Following the theft of France’s priceless crown jewels, we asked Professor Anja Shortland, an expert in the economics of crime (@kcl-spe.bsky.social), what the #Louvre heist reveals about museum security, organised crime and the economics of the art market.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
October 31, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Following the theft of France’s priceless crown jewels, we asked Professor Anja Shortland, an expert in the economics of crime (@kcl-spe.bsky.social), what the #Louvre heist reveals about museum security, organised crime and the economics of the art market.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
#ChatGPT is getting spicy 😳
With plans to allow adult erotica for verified users, we asked Professor Kate Devlin (@drkatedevlin.bsky.social), Professor of AI & Society (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), what this means for human connection & the future of our relationships with technology.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
With plans to allow adult erotica for verified users, we asked Professor Kate Devlin (@drkatedevlin.bsky.social), Professor of AI & Society (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), what this means for human connection & the future of our relationships with technology.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
October 28, 2025 at 3:21 PM
#ChatGPT is getting spicy 😳
With plans to allow adult erotica for verified users, we asked Professor Kate Devlin (@drkatedevlin.bsky.social), Professor of AI & Society (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), what this means for human connection & the future of our relationships with technology.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
With plans to allow adult erotica for verified users, we asked Professor Kate Devlin (@drkatedevlin.bsky.social), Professor of AI & Society (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), what this means for human connection & the future of our relationships with technology.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
Why is everyone talking about Britpop again in 2025?
From Oasis filling stadiums to Robbie Williams's Britpop album, the 90s are back in the spotlight. We asked Dr Andrew Green (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) to explain the rise, fall and resurgence of Britpop.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
From Oasis filling stadiums to Robbie Williams's Britpop album, the 90s are back in the spotlight. We asked Dr Andrew Green (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) to explain the rise, fall and resurgence of Britpop.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
September 8, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Why is everyone talking about Britpop again in 2025?
From Oasis filling stadiums to Robbie Williams's Britpop album, the 90s are back in the spotlight. We asked Dr Andrew Green (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) to explain the rise, fall and resurgence of Britpop.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
From Oasis filling stadiums to Robbie Williams's Britpop album, the 90s are back in the spotlight. We asked Dr Andrew Green (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) to explain the rise, fall and resurgence of Britpop.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
Ahead of the new #JurassicWorldRebirth movie roaring into cinemas, we asked: what can Komodo dragons teach us about how dinosaurs killed and ate their prey?🦖
Learn more about Dr Aaron LeBlanc’s (@kingsdentistry.bsky.social) research.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Learn more about Dr Aaron LeBlanc’s (@kingsdentistry.bsky.social) research.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
a poster for jurassic world shows a dinosaur and the sun
Alt: A poster for Jurassic World Rebirth
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July 1, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Ahead of the new #JurassicWorldRebirth movie roaring into cinemas, we asked: what can Komodo dragons teach us about how dinosaurs killed and ate their prey?🦖
Learn more about Dr Aaron LeBlanc’s (@kingsdentistry.bsky.social) research.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Learn more about Dr Aaron LeBlanc’s (@kingsdentistry.bsky.social) research.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
The temperature looks set to rise again this weekend – but can we trust sunscreen trends on social media? ☀️
We spoke to Professor of Experimental Photobiology Prof. Antony Young to sort fact from fiction and help us stay safe in the sun.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
We spoke to Professor of Experimental Photobiology Prof. Antony Young to sort fact from fiction and help us stay safe in the sun.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
the sun is setting over a desert landscape with mountains in the background
ALT: the sun is setting over a desert landscape with mountains in the background
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June 27, 2025 at 12:54 PM
The temperature looks set to rise again this weekend – but can we trust sunscreen trends on social media? ☀️
We spoke to Professor of Experimental Photobiology Prof. Antony Young to sort fact from fiction and help us stay safe in the sun.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
We spoke to Professor of Experimental Photobiology Prof. Antony Young to sort fact from fiction and help us stay safe in the sun.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
How can a simple wooden bench and the wisdom of grandmothers help to solve the mental health treatment gap? 🧠🪑
The Friendship Bench project is reshaping how communities deliver mental health support.
#WellbeingWeek
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
The Friendship Bench project is reshaping how communities deliver mental health support.
#WellbeingWeek
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
June 26, 2025 at 3:06 PM
How can a simple wooden bench and the wisdom of grandmothers help to solve the mental health treatment gap? 🧠🪑
The Friendship Bench project is reshaping how communities deliver mental health support.
#WellbeingWeek
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
The Friendship Bench project is reshaping how communities deliver mental health support.
#WellbeingWeek
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
UK clocks go forward THIS Sunday for Daylight Saving Time (DST), also known as British Summer Time (BST)⏰🌞
But do clock changes harm our health? 🫢
Dr Jeffrey Kelu, circadian rhythms expert from @kingslsm.bsky.social, takes a closer look…
#KingsQs #ScienceAtKings 🧵⬇️
But do clock changes harm our health? 🫢
Dr Jeffrey Kelu, circadian rhythms expert from @kingslsm.bsky.social, takes a closer look…
#KingsQs #ScienceAtKings 🧵⬇️
a red alarm clock with the words " clocks go forward " above it
ALT: a red alarm clock with the words " clocks go forward " above it
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March 28, 2025 at 2:34 PM
UK clocks go forward THIS Sunday for Daylight Saving Time (DST), also known as British Summer Time (BST)⏰🌞
But do clock changes harm our health? 🫢
Dr Jeffrey Kelu, circadian rhythms expert from @kingslsm.bsky.social, takes a closer look…
#KingsQs #ScienceAtKings 🧵⬇️
But do clock changes harm our health? 🫢
Dr Jeffrey Kelu, circadian rhythms expert from @kingslsm.bsky.social, takes a closer look…
#KingsQs #ScienceAtKings 🧵⬇️
The UK Chancellor will set out the #SpringBudget this week.
Dr Daniele Girardi (@kcl-spe.bsky.social) explains how the Spring Statement works and what is expected to be announced…
#KingsQs 🧵⬇
Dr Daniele Girardi (@kcl-spe.bsky.social) explains how the Spring Statement works and what is expected to be announced…
#KingsQs 🧵⬇
a piggy bank with coins falling into it
ALT: a piggy bank with coins falling into it
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March 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The UK Chancellor will set out the #SpringBudget this week.
Dr Daniele Girardi (@kcl-spe.bsky.social) explains how the Spring Statement works and what is expected to be announced…
#KingsQs 🧵⬇
Dr Daniele Girardi (@kcl-spe.bsky.social) explains how the Spring Statement works and what is expected to be announced…
#KingsQs 🧵⬇
Trump has signed an action to end the "forced use" of paper straws, calling them ineffective.
Dr Randa Kachef (@randalk.bsky.social) writes for @theconversation.com on the paper straw movement: how it began, it’s flaws and why we must continue efforts to reduce single-use plastics.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Dr Randa Kachef (@randalk.bsky.social) writes for @theconversation.com on the paper straw movement: how it began, it’s flaws and why we must continue efforts to reduce single-use plastics.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
a man in a suit sits at a desk with the president of the united states seal on it
Alt: President Donald Trump at desk signing papers
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February 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Trump has signed an action to end the "forced use" of paper straws, calling them ineffective.
Dr Randa Kachef (@randalk.bsky.social) writes for @theconversation.com on the paper straw movement: how it began, it’s flaws and why we must continue efforts to reduce single-use plastics.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Dr Randa Kachef (@randalk.bsky.social) writes for @theconversation.com on the paper straw movement: how it began, it’s flaws and why we must continue efforts to reduce single-use plastics.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
#LondonFashionWeek kicks off today!
But the fashion industry faces a big sustainability challenge. We spoke with Dr. Matteo Gallidabino, Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (@kingslsm.bsky.social), about his research on how it can do better.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
But the fashion industry faces a big sustainability challenge. We spoke with Dr. Matteo Gallidabino, Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (@kingslsm.bsky.social), about his research on how it can do better.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
a woman wearing sunglasses sits in a dark room
ALT: a woman wearing sunglasses sits in a dark room
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February 20, 2025 at 12:47 PM
#LondonFashionWeek kicks off today!
But the fashion industry faces a big sustainability challenge. We spoke with Dr. Matteo Gallidabino, Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (@kingslsm.bsky.social), about his research on how it can do better.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
But the fashion industry faces a big sustainability challenge. We spoke with Dr. Matteo Gallidabino, Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (@kingslsm.bsky.social), about his research on how it can do better.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Why are UK-made television shows SO popular amongst young Europeans?!
New research from @kingsartshums.bsky.social reveals it's all down to the ‘unique’ and ‘ironic’ British sense of humour. 😉
#KingsQs⬇️🧵
New research from @kingsartshums.bsky.social reveals it's all down to the ‘unique’ and ‘ironic’ British sense of humour. 😉
#KingsQs⬇️🧵
a woman sitting in a chair with the number 32 on the arm
ALT: a woman sitting in a chair with the number 32 on the arm
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February 18, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Why are UK-made television shows SO popular amongst young Europeans?!
New research from @kingsartshums.bsky.social reveals it's all down to the ‘unique’ and ‘ironic’ British sense of humour. 😉
#KingsQs⬇️🧵
New research from @kingsartshums.bsky.social reveals it's all down to the ‘unique’ and ‘ironic’ British sense of humour. 😉
#KingsQs⬇️🧵
#TheTraitors returns TONIGHT! 🎭💥
Obsessed with the drama? Dive into Prof. Clare Birchall's (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) analysis on secrecy, strategy, and performance within last year's game. #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Obsessed with the drama? Dive into Prof. Clare Birchall's (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) analysis on secrecy, strategy, and performance within last year's game. #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
a woman in a black hood holds her finger to her lips in front of bbc
Alt: Claudia Winkleman, host of The Traitors, in a black hood holding her finger to her lips to 'shhh'
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January 8, 2025 at 10:15 AM
#TheTraitors returns TONIGHT! 🎭💥
Obsessed with the drama? Dive into Prof. Clare Birchall's (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) analysis on secrecy, strategy, and performance within last year's game. #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Obsessed with the drama? Dive into Prof. Clare Birchall's (@kingsartshums.bsky.social) analysis on secrecy, strategy, and performance within last year's game. #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
January is often a time for fitness resolutions – but how can you create habits that will last beyond the #NewYear?
Dr Thomas Francis @kingslsm.bsky.social shares some easy tips for building physical activity into your life at any age
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Dr Thomas Francis @kingslsm.bsky.social shares some easy tips for building physical activity into your life at any age
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
January 3, 2025 at 12:04 PM
January is often a time for fitness resolutions – but how can you create habits that will last beyond the #NewYear?
Dr Thomas Francis @kingslsm.bsky.social shares some easy tips for building physical activity into your life at any age
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Dr Thomas Francis @kingslsm.bsky.social shares some easy tips for building physical activity into your life at any age
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Ever wondered how the solstice gets its name, or just how long the shortest day really is?
As we approach the longest night, Dr Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology @kingsnmes.bsky.social, explains more about this celestial phenomenon.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
As we approach the longest night, Dr Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology @kingsnmes.bsky.social, explains more about this celestial phenomenon.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
December 20, 2024 at 1:41 PM
Ever wondered how the solstice gets its name, or just how long the shortest day really is?
As we approach the longest night, Dr Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology @kingsnmes.bsky.social, explains more about this celestial phenomenon.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
As we approach the longest night, Dr Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology @kingsnmes.bsky.social, explains more about this celestial phenomenon.
#ScienceAtKings #KingsQs 🧵⬇️
‘Tis the season! Have you ever wondered about the tradition surrounding Christmas dinner?
We spoke with Professor Janet Floyd, Emeritus Professor of American Literature & Culture (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), to trace the history of Christmas recipes.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
We spoke with Professor Janet Floyd, Emeritus Professor of American Literature & Culture (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), to trace the history of Christmas recipes.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
December 16, 2024 at 12:21 PM
‘Tis the season! Have you ever wondered about the tradition surrounding Christmas dinner?
We spoke with Professor Janet Floyd, Emeritus Professor of American Literature & Culture (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), to trace the history of Christmas recipes.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
We spoke with Professor Janet Floyd, Emeritus Professor of American Literature & Culture (@kingsartshums.bsky.social), to trace the history of Christmas recipes.
#KingsQs🧵⬇️
As ‘brain rot’ is declared word of the year by the publishers of the Oxford English Dictionary, Tony Thorne, language consultant @kingsartshums.bsky.social reflects on what it means and what it tells us about evolving language today.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
December 3, 2024 at 10:23 AM
As ‘brain rot’ is declared word of the year by the publishers of the Oxford English Dictionary, Tony Thorne, language consultant @kingsartshums.bsky.social reflects on what it means and what it tells us about evolving language today.
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
#KingsQs 🧵⬇️
Antimicrobial resistance (#AMR) threatens to make routine infections increasingly deadly. Marking the start of #WorldAMRAwarenessWeek, Dr Merianne Mohamad, from King's Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, answered some questions on the topic. 🧵⬇️
#antimicrobialresistance #ScienceAtKings #KingsQs
#antimicrobialresistance #ScienceAtKings #KingsQs
November 18, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Antimicrobial resistance (#AMR) threatens to make routine infections increasingly deadly. Marking the start of #WorldAMRAwarenessWeek, Dr Merianne Mohamad, from King's Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, answered some questions on the topic. 🧵⬇️
#antimicrobialresistance #ScienceAtKings #KingsQs
#antimicrobialresistance #ScienceAtKings #KingsQs
One of the most prolific meteor showers, the #Leonids, peaks this week! Known for its fast and colourful meteors, Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology at @kingsnmes.bsky.social explains more about this spectacular event. 🧵⬇️
#KingsQs #ScienceatKings
#KingsQs #ScienceatKings
November 15, 2024 at 9:31 AM
One of the most prolific meteor showers, the #Leonids, peaks this week! Known for its fast and colourful meteors, Shyam Balaji, researcher in astroparticle physics and cosmology at @kingsnmes.bsky.social explains more about this spectacular event. 🧵⬇️
#KingsQs #ScienceatKings
#KingsQs #ScienceatKings