FionaA
@falp.bsky.social
Palmy.
Trans rights are human rights.
Toitū te tiriti.
Trans rights are human rights.
Toitū te tiriti.
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Study after study shows campaign ads barely move the needle. So where does money’s real power come from? I ranked the five ways money corrupts politics—from least to most corrosive. What I’ve learned from 15 years of tracking political money:
Money Doesn't Buy Elections. It Does Something Worse.
Campaign ads barely move the needle. The real influence is hiding in plain sight.
open.substack.com
December 6, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Study after study shows campaign ads barely move the needle. So where does money’s real power come from? I ranked the five ways money corrupts politics—from least to most corrosive. What I’ve learned from 15 years of tracking political money:
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Worldwide mortality experience since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2024) shows excess deaths over that period in almost every country measured. Australia (+6%) was below average, and New Zealand (+0.1%) the lowest we measured.
December 2, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Worldwide mortality experience since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2024) shows excess deaths over that period in almost every country measured. Australia (+6%) was below average, and New Zealand (+0.1%) the lowest we measured.
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A great operatic singer. www.theguardian.com/music/2025/n...
Sir Donald McIntyre obituary
Operatic bass-baritone known for his commanding stage presence and exceptional abilities as a singer-actor
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A great operatic singer. www.theguardian.com/music/2025/n...
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Anyone would think we’re talking about 1000s of children being prevented from going through puberty forever with the use of puberty blockers.
Puberty blockers were prescribed to 113 people in 2023.
Come on now. Let doctors and other medical professionals do their damned job.
Puberty blockers were prescribed to 113 people in 2023.
Come on now. Let doctors and other medical professionals do their damned job.
November 22, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Anyone would think we’re talking about 1000s of children being prevented from going through puberty forever with the use of puberty blockers.
Puberty blockers were prescribed to 113 people in 2023.
Come on now. Let doctors and other medical professionals do their damned job.
Puberty blockers were prescribed to 113 people in 2023.
Come on now. Let doctors and other medical professionals do their damned job.
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Doctors and parents should make decisions about what is best for their kids health - not politicians. The Government has said doctors cannot give new prescriptions of puberty blockers to children who are suffering from gender dysphoria. That is putting kids at risk.
November 22, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Doctors and parents should make decisions about what is best for their kids health - not politicians. The Government has said doctors cannot give new prescriptions of puberty blockers to children who are suffering from gender dysphoria. That is putting kids at risk.
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Also, I know I already said 4/4, so I guess this is post 5/5 LOL
But read some proper reasoned stuff on blockers. Have arguments ready for your racist sexist uncles at Christmas
www.emilywrites.co.nz/what-are-pub...
But read some proper reasoned stuff on blockers. Have arguments ready for your racist sexist uncles at Christmas
www.emilywrites.co.nz/what-are-pub...
What are puberty blockers? What is gender affirming care?
All the information you need to fight misinformation
www.emilywrites.co.nz
November 19, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Also, I know I already said 4/4, so I guess this is post 5/5 LOL
But read some proper reasoned stuff on blockers. Have arguments ready for your racist sexist uncles at Christmas
www.emilywrites.co.nz/what-are-pub...
But read some proper reasoned stuff on blockers. Have arguments ready for your racist sexist uncles at Christmas
www.emilywrites.co.nz/what-are-pub...
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Puberty blockers banned: The reality of raising a trans child in 2025
Puberty blockers banned: The reality of raising a trans child in 2025
A parent shares their experience and fears as the government bans new prescriptions of puberty blockers for gender-affirming care....
thespinoff.co.nz
November 19, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Puberty blockers banned: The reality of raising a trans child in 2025
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"He says plug-in solar systems do not produce as much energy as a full rooftop solar array.
But they cost much less, can be installed on balconies or in yards with little or no expertise, and can be easily taken down and reinstalled...So they’re ideal for renters or low-income households."
But they cost much less, can be installed on balconies or in yards with little or no expertise, and can be easily taken down and reinstalled...So they’re ideal for renters or low-income households."
On a scale of one to 10, how much do you want to add a small solar system to your apartment balcony? ☀️
The solar panels Germans are plugging into their walls » Yale Climate Connections
Plug-in solar technology is making it easier for renters and low-income households to harness the power of the sun – but it’s not yet legal across most of the U.S.
yaleclimateconnections.org
November 14, 2025 at 2:07 PM
"He says plug-in solar systems do not produce as much energy as a full rooftop solar array.
But they cost much less, can be installed on balconies or in yards with little or no expertise, and can be easily taken down and reinstalled...So they’re ideal for renters or low-income households."
But they cost much less, can be installed on balconies or in yards with little or no expertise, and can be easily taken down and reinstalled...So they’re ideal for renters or low-income households."
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I would have expected to see more kurtosis in the paranormal distribution
A reminder to all scientists & data viz people 🧪:
It's Spooky Science Time.
Adjust your models to use the paranormal distribution 👻from now until November 1st.
It's Spooky Science Time.
Adjust your models to use the paranormal distribution 👻from now until November 1st.
October 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
I would have expected to see more kurtosis in the paranormal distribution
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Thanks to the NZ health system being an absolute arse when it comes to dental care, Beckie needs our help to fund remedial dentures after a couple of years of really shitty health that has impacted her ability to work
givealittle.co.nz/cause/beckie...
givealittle.co.nz/cause/beckie...
Beckie's Fund-raiser For A Partial Denture
Beckie needs a partial denture to restore function and visual alignment of her bottom teeth.
givealittle.co.nz
October 29, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Thanks to the NZ health system being an absolute arse when it comes to dental care, Beckie needs our help to fund remedial dentures after a couple of years of really shitty health that has impacted her ability to work
givealittle.co.nz/cause/beckie...
givealittle.co.nz/cause/beckie...
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the guy leading this is in 'player development' and it seems like they created an 'athlete management' company(?) and website in 2024 to launch alongside this attempt?? Like super grifty PR stuff and STILL completely full of filler text a year later. Something is OFF about this entire thing.
October 29, 2025 at 9:06 AM
the guy leading this is in 'player development' and it seems like they created an 'athlete management' company(?) and website in 2024 to launch alongside this attempt?? Like super grifty PR stuff and STILL completely full of filler text a year later. Something is OFF about this entire thing.
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Steve Silberman is not here to shout it — so it’s up to all of us.
Vaccines don’t cause autism.
Neither does Tylenol. (I mean seriously WTF?!?!)
The “epidemic” of autism is the result of increased testing, broader definitions, and raised awareness.
LOUDER.
Vaccines don’t cause autism.
Neither does Tylenol. (I mean seriously WTF?!?!)
The “epidemic” of autism is the result of increased testing, broader definitions, and raised awareness.
LOUDER.
Steve Silberman is so pissed about this Tylenol bullshit that he's screaming from the afterlife he didn't even believe in.
Increased rates of autism are due to testing, a broadened definition, and greater awareness. It's not vaccines. It's not Tylenol.
It's like his work never happened.
Increased rates of autism are due to testing, a broadened definition, and greater awareness. It's not vaccines. It's not Tylenol.
It's like his work never happened.
September 22, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Steve Silberman is not here to shout it — so it’s up to all of us.
Vaccines don’t cause autism.
Neither does Tylenol. (I mean seriously WTF?!?!)
The “epidemic” of autism is the result of increased testing, broader definitions, and raised awareness.
LOUDER.
Vaccines don’t cause autism.
Neither does Tylenol. (I mean seriously WTF?!?!)
The “epidemic” of autism is the result of increased testing, broader definitions, and raised awareness.
LOUDER.
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If you’re not from NZ, saw viral videos of that haka at London’s Nazi rally yesterday, and were very confused by what you saw, check this out so I don’t have to explain a million times over the next few days how Brian Tamaki and his cult aren’t representative of all Māori. Kei te tino ngenge ahau.
Weaponising the haka: Destiny Church’s protest is cultural theft, not free speech
When Māori culture is being used to push a hateful agenda, we need to call it what it is.
thespinoff.co.nz
September 14, 2025 at 7:35 AM
If you’re not from NZ, saw viral videos of that haka at London’s Nazi rally yesterday, and were very confused by what you saw, check this out so I don’t have to explain a million times over the next few days how Brian Tamaki and his cult aren’t representative of all Māori. Kei te tino ngenge ahau.
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I don't follow UK politics all that closely, so I hadn't really heard of Zack Polanski until I saw his "Small Boats" add, which immediately convinced me that he was the person best suited to actually stand against the far-right, instead of obsequiously currying their favour like Kier Starmer does.
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🗳️ Vote for Bold Leadership on August 1st.
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September 2, 2025 at 10:34 AM
I don't follow UK politics all that closely, so I hadn't really heard of Zack Polanski until I saw his "Small Boats" add, which immediately convinced me that he was the person best suited to actually stand against the far-right, instead of obsequiously currying their favour like Kier Starmer does.
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Great reporting by Guyon & colleagues @rnzrss.bsky.social
The #AlcoholIndustry shouldn’t be involved in policy. They:
▶️ refute evidence of harm
▶️ avoid blame for their actions
▶️ fight approaches that would reduce harm to communities
▶️ prioritise profit over people
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
The #AlcoholIndustry shouldn’t be involved in policy. They:
▶️ refute evidence of harm
▶️ avoid blame for their actions
▶️ fight approaches that would reduce harm to communities
▶️ prioritise profit over people
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
Ministry of Health forced to release documents showing alcohol lobby influence
Papers reveal industry lobbying against tax hikes, restrictions on sales, and a Fetal Alcohol plan.
www.rnz.co.nz
August 20, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Great reporting by Guyon & colleagues @rnzrss.bsky.social
The #AlcoholIndustry shouldn’t be involved in policy. They:
▶️ refute evidence of harm
▶️ avoid blame for their actions
▶️ fight approaches that would reduce harm to communities
▶️ prioritise profit over people
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
The #AlcoholIndustry shouldn’t be involved in policy. They:
▶️ refute evidence of harm
▶️ avoid blame for their actions
▶️ fight approaches that would reduce harm to communities
▶️ prioritise profit over people
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
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Yup, this is a bit buried by the media
“New Zealand had been one of the very few countries to have a credit rating upgrade from the international ratings agencies during Covid.”"
“New Zealand had been one of the very few countries to have a credit rating upgrade from the international ratings agencies during Covid.”"
August 18, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Yup, this is a bit buried by the media
“New Zealand had been one of the very few countries to have a credit rating upgrade from the international ratings agencies during Covid.”"
“New Zealand had been one of the very few countries to have a credit rating upgrade from the international ratings agencies during Covid.”"
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August 18, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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I spent some time on the South Island of New Zealand earlier this year and found a set of producers whose wines were superb and worth trying to find. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/14/d...
Under the Radar New Zealand Wines to Seek Out Now
www.nytimes.com
August 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
I spent some time on the South Island of New Zealand earlier this year and found a set of producers whose wines were superb and worth trying to find. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/14/d...
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After a multi-year legal battle, I've been granted a restraining order against the notorious white supremacist Phil Arps
Arps fought this every step of the way (with legal aid) and I've been left with a hefty legal bill, I'm fundraising to cover the last part of the cost
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Arps fought this every step of the way (with legal aid) and I've been left with a hefty legal bill, I'm fundraising to cover the last part of the cost
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August 14, 2025 at 8:02 AM
After a multi-year legal battle, I've been granted a restraining order against the notorious white supremacist Phil Arps
Arps fought this every step of the way (with legal aid) and I've been left with a hefty legal bill, I'm fundraising to cover the last part of the cost
ko-fi.com/byroncclark/...
Arps fought this every step of the way (with legal aid) and I've been left with a hefty legal bill, I'm fundraising to cover the last part of the cost
ko-fi.com/byroncclark/...
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#NZ #health every conversation, with colleagues at all levels from junior #doctors through to senior health leaders –was consistent: it is very unsafe right now to speak out if you have a job or contract in the public health system, or even in primary care #nzpol northandsouth.co.nz/2025/07/02/t...
The Inconvenient Truthers: doctors speaking out
Freedom of speech in the health profession is like walking the knife edge - particularly so for doctors who are faced with egregious professional and personal implications for speaking out. According ...
northandsouth.co.nz
July 7, 2025 at 10:33 AM
#NZ #health every conversation, with colleagues at all levels from junior #doctors through to senior health leaders –was consistent: it is very unsafe right now to speak out if you have a job or contract in the public health system, or even in primary care #nzpol northandsouth.co.nz/2025/07/02/t...