Hello Diego! When I try to download it, it says that the file does not exist.

"If an immigrant has money, they are an investor. If they are hungry, they are an invader. For capitalism, the problem was never the foreigner, but poverty."

Retrieved from the IG page of Sâmia Bomfim, a Brazilian congresswoman.

January, 67th. An unending month.

Happy to see new friends from all over the world joining in the Bluesky!

(Although here where I am now the sky is quite gray)

Enrique’s Rebellion (1522-1536) was one of the longest and most impactful acts of Indigenous resistance in colonial history. A Taíno cacique, Enrique resisted Spanish exploitation for 14 years. 🌄 #History

At the same time, I don't want to put a lot of effort on building up a new network here. Any hints on the next steps?

I'm increasingly convinced that we need a new social media to communicate with each other. Will this be it?

The latest statement from Meta's owner is terrifying and I don't want to keep on engaging in IG and FB. With twitter the same has happened.

Greek painted vase broken into fragments

Just dropped: major article on the outrageous "fragments scheme" whereby (evidence suggests) D. von Bothmer, curator @metmuseum1870.bsky.social conspired with antiquities traffickers like Giacomo Medici & Robert Hecht to get around export laws by BREAKING INTACT ANCIENT VASES INTO FRAGMENTS ... 1/3

A black and white photo of Sir Lady Java posing in a long poncho with her left hand raised and a sultry expression on her face. Text reads: "Sir Lady Java, ’60s Drag Star Who Challenged the Law, Dies" with the years "1942-2024." Photo from The Houghton Library of Harvard University Archives.

Sir Lady Java, a drag singer, actress and comedian in the mid-1960s, died in Los Angeles last month. Long before the term “drag queen” was widely used, her burlesque act was popular in the Black entertainment world. nyti.ms/3DzvVUg

Toolkit aims to help museums share out-of-copyright works - Museums Association Glam-E Lab launches new guide on making public-domain collections available for reuse

News | Toolkit aims to help museums share out-of-copyright works – Glam-E Lab launches new guide on making public-domain collections available for reuse

In honor of Nikki Giovanni passing:

These stories highlight the challenge of connecting South-South narratives in a North-centered world. Yet, cultural heritage and museums hold transformative power, and through strong networks, we can navigate challenges and overcome bureaucratic barriers to share these stories.

His presence in Ghana was not just diplomatic - it was deeply symbolic, bridging Brazil's African heritage with a newly independent nation. It highlighted shared histories and aspirations between two countries shaped by colonial legacies and slavery.

Dantas’s appointment united Brazil with non-aligned countries like Ghana. As a Black diplomat in a predominantly white and elitist foreign service, he faced immense challenges but persevered, embodying the power of representation and resilience.

He served as an ambassador in Ghana, marking a historic milestone in Brazil’s diplomatic history. His appointment in 1961 represented a turning point for South-South relations: the first time Brazil established formal diplomatic ties with the African continent.

In Brazil, November is Black Consciousness Month, culminating on the 20th to honor Zumbi dos Palmares, a symbol of resistance against slavery. Meanwhile, the podcast Rádio Novelo released an episode celebrating Raimundo Souza Dantas, Brazil’s first Black ambassador.

Last week, we concluded Module 3 of TheMuseumsLab in Accra, Ghana, marking the program’s final in-person meeting. We visited key sites like the National Museum of Ghana and Cape Coast Castles, engaging in deep discussions about repatriation, justice, and difficult memories.

Can you dust it off and try again?