DJB 🇨🇦
@djb100.bsky.social
Canadian. Old. Old as God. If I believed in any deity. I do not.
Lefty. Very.
Lefty. Very.
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This is the third such incident to be uncovered in two months. We are going to be spending billions on the Canadian military - they need to go beyond words of outrage and demonstrate that they are taking steps to address this. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
5 Canadian soldiers suspended after Nazi salute video emerges | CBC News
The Canadian Army is now dealing with another incident of alleged hateful conduct that involves Quebec-based soldiers caught on video allegedly partying while some people at the event delivered Nazi s...
www.cbc.ca
August 19, 2025 at 9:47 PM
This is the third such incident to be uncovered in two months. We are going to be spending billions on the Canadian military - they need to go beyond words of outrage and demonstrate that they are taking steps to address this. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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From @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social: “If you’re under 65 and not high risk, the window to get a Covid-19 vaccine is right now—before the FDA label changes (possibly this Friday). Once it happens, access will be limited immediately.”
August 19, 2025 at 9:16 PM
From @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social: “If you’re under 65 and not high risk, the window to get a Covid-19 vaccine is right now—before the FDA label changes (possibly this Friday). Once it happens, access will be limited immediately.”
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The lower the pressure in the center, the harder it draws in air around it, and the faster that air swirls around the eye, strengthening the hurricane.
What powers all this? Warm water. And the water is warmer than ever, thanks to human-caused climate change.
What powers all this? Warm water. And the water is warmer than ever, thanks to human-caused climate change.
Erin's central pressure was in the 990s this time yesterday, and it's now in the 920's heading for the teens.
This will make Erin the fastest deepening Atlantic hurricane before Sept 1st. Beating Emily 2005, by a lot.
This will make Erin the fastest deepening Atlantic hurricane before Sept 1st. Beating Emily 2005, by a lot.
Erin's deepening rate is now a staggering 7.8 hPa/hour:
August 16, 2025 at 8:19 PM
The lower the pressure in the center, the harder it draws in air around it, and the faster that air swirls around the eye, strengthening the hurricane.
What powers all this? Warm water. And the water is warmer than ever, thanks to human-caused climate change.
What powers all this? Warm water. And the water is warmer than ever, thanks to human-caused climate change.
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In 2023, Tennessee added new steps for residents who lost their voting rights and wanted to regain them. The steps cost money.
A resident of Nashville would have to pay $159.50 to petition a judge to regain their rights.
A resident of Nashville would have to pay $159.50 to petition a judge to regain their rights.
Tennessee Puts Voting Rights at the Whims of State Officials
The state made an infamously difficult process of restoring voting rights for people leaving prison even harder, now requiring that they plead for approval from a governor or judge.
boltsmag.org
August 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
In 2023, Tennessee added new steps for residents who lost their voting rights and wanted to regain them. The steps cost money.
A resident of Nashville would have to pay $159.50 to petition a judge to regain their rights.
A resident of Nashville would have to pay $159.50 to petition a judge to regain their rights.
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The appropriate way for a US president to greet Vladimir Putin.
August 15, 2025 at 9:17 PM
The appropriate way for a US president to greet Vladimir Putin.
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Ross Douthat: Chickening out is brave actually
May 31, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Ross Douthat: Chickening out is brave actually
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Introducing animals can be a challenging and unpredictable process because just like people they all have their own distinct personalities and likes and dislikes. Wallace just got here a few weeks ago but fortunately has already incorporated so peacefully with our other highlands Babs and Savannah!
May 31, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Introducing animals can be a challenging and unpredictable process because just like people they all have their own distinct personalities and likes and dislikes. Wallace just got here a few weeks ago but fortunately has already incorporated so peacefully with our other highlands Babs and Savannah!
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Videos show armed agents in tactical gear, a crowd of locals and what appear to be smoke devices deployed.
An immigration raid at a San Diego restaurant leads to a chaotic scene
Videos show armed agents in tactical gear, a crowd of locals and what appear to be smoke devices deployed.
n.pr
May 31, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Videos show armed agents in tactical gear, a crowd of locals and what appear to be smoke devices deployed.
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Also: if you simply must do crimes, don't broadcast your criming on social media
May 28, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Also: if you simply must do crimes, don't broadcast your criming on social media
If the Canadian conservative party want to win future elections, they must fire PP himself.
He has decent support within the party, but non-conservatives detest him and will never vote for him. Many people voted against the conservatives because of him. People I know.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
He has decent support within the party, but non-conservatives detest him and will never vote for him. Many people voted against the conservatives because of him. People I know.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Pressure mounting on Poilievre to fire campaign manager: sources | CBC News
Pressure is mounting on Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to fire Jenni Byrne, his national campaign manager, whom critics hold responsible for the party’s election defeat last month, sources told ...
www.cbc.ca
May 22, 2025 at 5:35 PM
If the Canadian conservative party want to win future elections, they must fire PP himself.
He has decent support within the party, but non-conservatives detest him and will never vote for him. Many people voted against the conservatives because of him. People I know.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
He has decent support within the party, but non-conservatives detest him and will never vote for him. Many people voted against the conservatives because of him. People I know.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Pet Corner, brought to you by The Shady Rest Pub in Qualicum Beach!
Meet Zero and Bunny, a pair of adorable male guinea pigs looking for their forever home.
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Meet Zero and Bunny, a pair of adorable male guinea pigs looking for their forever home.
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May 21, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Pet Corner, brought to you by The Shady Rest Pub in Qualicum Beach!
Meet Zero and Bunny, a pair of adorable male guinea pigs looking for their forever home.
nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/05/20/g...
Meet Zero and Bunny, a pair of adorable male guinea pigs looking for their forever home.
nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/05/20/g...
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This representative image reveals the alarming amount of space debris surrounding Earth. It is estimated that more than 128 million fragments are orbiting, including about 36,000 objects larger than 10 centimeters. Many of these remnants come from over six decades of space activity, starting with👇
May 18, 2025 at 12:09 AM
This representative image reveals the alarming amount of space debris surrounding Earth. It is estimated that more than 128 million fragments are orbiting, including about 36,000 objects larger than 10 centimeters. Many of these remnants come from over six decades of space activity, starting with👇
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In an attempt to protect Netanyahu, Trump's sanctions have far broader implications for the ICC and its investigations of other countries' possible crimes.
apnews.com/article/icc-...
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Trump's sanctions on ICC prosecutor have halted tribunal's work
Nearly three months ago, U.S. President Donald Trump slapped sanctions on the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor, Karim Khan.
apnews.com
May 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
In an attempt to protect Netanyahu, Trump's sanctions have far broader implications for the ICC and its investigations of other countries' possible crimes.
apnews.com/article/icc-...
apnews.com/article/icc-...
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Like that great idea to invoke the Notwithstanding Clause?
No thanks.
Your so-called great ideas put you back in the opposition.
#cdnpoli
No thanks.
Your so-called great ideas put you back in the opposition.
#cdnpoli
“My message to Mr. Carney: Steal my ideas!” says Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre following the swearing-in of cabinet. "We’ve got great ideas, and we’ve been leading the charge on the debate over carbon taxes, inflation, housing prices, crime, drugs, resource development.”
#cdnpoli
#cdnpoli
May 13, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Like that great idea to invoke the Notwithstanding Clause?
No thanks.
Your so-called great ideas put you back in the opposition.
#cdnpoli
No thanks.
Your so-called great ideas put you back in the opposition.
#cdnpoli
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This year's budget has been approved by the City of Nanaimo, featuring a 7.8 per cent property tax hike.
nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/05/13/n...
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Nanaimo’s budget approved, tax hike rate confirmed
NANAIMO - City councillors have approved the 2025-2029 financial plan, featuring a 7.8 per cent property tax b...
nanaimonewsnow.com
May 13, 2025 at 8:06 PM
This year's budget has been approved by the City of Nanaimo, featuring a 7.8 per cent property tax hike.
nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/05/13/n...
nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/05/13/n...
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#Kelowna - City of Kelowna hosts free build-your-own air purifier workshops www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna...
City of Kelowna hosts free build-your-own air purifier workshops - Kelowna News
The City of Kelowna is hosting a series of workshops to show residents how to make their own air purifiers.
www.castanet.net
May 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
#Kelowna - City of Kelowna hosts free build-your-own air purifier workshops www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna...
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#SurreyBC - Surrey council voting on mayor's health motion tonight www.surreynowleader.com/local-news/s...
Surrey council voting on mayor's health motion tonight
Annis expects healthcare administrator, and associated costs, to total more than $300K annually
www.surreynowleader.com
May 12, 2025 at 8:36 PM
#SurreyBC - Surrey council voting on mayor's health motion tonight www.surreynowleader.com/local-news/s...
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The voting section of the U.S. Department of Justice has only three attorneys left on staff, according to an estimate provided by a group working to support the department’s remaining staff.👀
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
DOJ Voting Section Has Just Three Lawyers Left, Watchdog Estimates
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
May 12, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The voting section of the U.S. Department of Justice has only three attorneys left on staff, according to an estimate provided by a group working to support the department’s remaining staff.👀
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Civil war has restarted in Libya with fighting between government and paramilitary forces spreading across the capital, Tripoli.
Earlier Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, leader of the Stability Support Authority, was assassinated at the 444th Combat Brigade’s base during a meeting.
Earlier Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, leader of the Stability Support Authority, was assassinated at the 444th Combat Brigade’s base during a meeting.
May 12, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Civil war has restarted in Libya with fighting between government and paramilitary forces spreading across the capital, Tripoli.
Earlier Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, leader of the Stability Support Authority, was assassinated at the 444th Combat Brigade’s base during a meeting.
Earlier Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, leader of the Stability Support Authority, was assassinated at the 444th Combat Brigade’s base during a meeting.
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This is a great project.
Support your local shelter if you're able to. I donate hats and baby/kids blankets whenever I can.
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Support your local shelter if you're able to. I donate hats and baby/kids blankets whenever I can.
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Volunteers create hundreds of blankets for Montreal women in need #Montreal
www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
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Volunteers create hundreds of blankets for Montreal women in need
Hundreds of volunteers came together at Place Ville-Marie in Montreal on Saturday to admire 344 knitted and crocheted blankets made by other volunteers from across the province to help women in need
www.ctvnews.ca
May 12, 2025 at 12:16 AM
This is a great project.
Support your local shelter if you're able to. I donate hats and baby/kids blankets whenever I can.
🧶
Support your local shelter if you're able to. I donate hats and baby/kids blankets whenever I can.
🧶
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Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for parts of England and Wales
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for parts of England and Wales
More than half a month’s worth of rain could lead to flooding, power cuts and disruption on Monday
A yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued by the Met Office, with flooding and disruption possible in parts of England and Wales.
More than half a month’s worth of rain could hit some areas, with 40-50mm falling in one to two hours, the Met Office said. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
May 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for parts of England and Wales