Robert H. Hurley

@robhurley89.bsky.social

Writer, broadcaster, documentary film maker.

Thank you to all of our wonderful local businesses who traded at Saturday's Indie Market, and to everyone who came to support Devon's best independents! Our final Independent Market of the summer will be taking place on Saturday 29 August, 11am-4pm ☀️

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New research shows that orangutans seek out plants with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Based on 20 years of observations, scientists assessed how often the animals ate plants with known medicinal benefits.

Last week, our Opus Anglicanum Team went to London's Guildhall to witness the unveiling of the ‘Circle of Life’ project. Over a year, our team spent over 1,250 hours of stitching on the two panels that were allotted to us. We were one of twelve Cathedrals who took part in this special endeavour.

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New disclosures reveal the number of corporations and trade groups lobbying on data center issues has doubled since last year. Meanwhile, Big Tech companies are pouring millions of dollars into the midterm elections. We must stop the AI takeover before it’s too late.

Is the Law Really on Our Side? A young people’s Q&A with the first female President of the UK Supreme Court, the Right Honourable the Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE. 🗓️ Mon 6 Jul 🕑️ 10am-12pm 📍 Gladstone's Library 📖 For ages 16-24 🎟️ Free tickets here: buff.ly/Fw4uXaZ

A poster showing the background image of the Reading Rooms at Gladstone's Library with displays of books around the room. In the bottom right corner is a headshot of Lady Hale. In the top right corner is the logo of Gladstone's Library. Text reads 'Is the Law Really on Our Side? A young people's Q&A with Lady Hale. Monday 6th July 10am-12noon. Free tickets available for young people aged 16-24.'

There's still time to apply for our Ronald Duncan Stipend for Southwest Writing! ✨ There are 3 stipends available for writers to explore our incredible archives and to inspire new creative works. Apply by this Sunday 21 June! ⬇️ #WritingCommunity #AmWriting @exetercityoflit.bsky.social

LibGuides: Archives and Special Collections: Ronald Duncan Stipend for Southwest Writing

LibGuides: Archives and Special Collections: Ronald Duncan Stipend for Southwest Writing

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On Saturday 13 June, we were delighted to welcome over 800 individuals to our Public Consultation inside The Medieval Hall. A huge thank-you to everyone who took the time to visit us and give feedback on our future development plans for the Cathedral.