Joe Public
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🍁 Citizen Participation. Equality. Accountability. Transparency. Tolerance. Human Rights. Free and Fair Elections. Rule of Law. Sovereignty. Compassion. Doing What's Right.
🍁 Citizen Participation. Equality. Accountability. Transparency. Tolerance. Human Rights. Free and Fair Elections. Rule of Law. Sovereignty. Compassion. Doing What's Right.
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Not content with creating his Board of Peace to supplant the United Nations, now Trump is planning his own end-run around the World Health Organisation. No international organisation should consider itself immune from all of this....
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
After leaving WHO, Trump officials propose more expensive replacement to duplicate it
HHS proposes spending $2 billion a year to re-create systems the U.S. accessed through the WHO at a fraction of the cost, according to officials briefed on the matter.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 19, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Not content with creating his Board of Peace to supplant the United Nations, now Trump is planning his own end-run around the World Health Organisation. No international organisation should consider itself immune from all of this....
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
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A sad truth
February 19, 2026 at 8:58 PM
A sad truth
1 - 1
2:04 left in 3rd.
Go Canada Go
2:04 left in 3rd.
Go Canada Go
February 19, 2026 at 8:29 PM
1 - 1
2:04 left in 3rd.
Go Canada Go
2:04 left in 3rd.
Go Canada Go
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Kenyan families demand return of loved ones recruited into Russian army https://aje.news/c9x4lb
February 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Kenyan families demand return of loved ones recruited into Russian army https://aje.news/c9x4lb
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Prime Minister Carney on using financial intelligence and FINTRAC to combat extortion.
February 19, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Prime Minister Carney on using financial intelligence and FINTRAC to combat extortion.
trump is now seen as a bigger threat to global peace than even Russia
Over 2,000 respondents each from Canada, the U.K., France, and Germany, found Canadians are far more likely than Europeans to view the US as a greater threat to global peace than Russia.
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
Over 2,000 respondents each from Canada, the U.K., France, and Germany, found Canadians are far more likely than Europeans to view the US as a greater threat to global peace than Russia.
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
Look how much Canadians hate the United States now
It’s not just about the trade war. Nearly half of America’s neighbors to the north now think the U.S. is a bigger threat to world peace than Russia.
www.politico.com
February 19, 2026 at 5:33 PM
trump is now seen as a bigger threat to global peace than even Russia
Over 2,000 respondents each from Canada, the U.K., France, and Germany, found Canadians are far more likely than Europeans to view the US as a greater threat to global peace than Russia.
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
Over 2,000 respondents each from Canada, the U.K., France, and Germany, found Canadians are far more likely than Europeans to view the US as a greater threat to global peace than Russia.
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
You've all seen this, right?
Why did the trump regime block this interview from airing?
#becausefascism
#talarico #Colbert #uspoli #texas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiTJ...
Why did the trump regime block this interview from airing?
#becausefascism
#talarico #Colbert #uspoli #texas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiTJ...
Rep. James Talarico On Confronting Christian Nationalism, And Strange Days In The Texas Legislature
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
www.youtube.com
February 19, 2026 at 3:14 PM
You've all seen this, right?
Why did the trump regime block this interview from airing?
#becausefascism
#talarico #Colbert #uspoli #texas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiTJ...
Why did the trump regime block this interview from airing?
#becausefascism
#talarico #Colbert #uspoli #texas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiTJ...
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This is the most extraordinary interview I have ever heard - Gisele Pelicot is a hero, though she should not have had to be. Her courage, strength, insight and backbone are awe-inspiring. Kudos to the NYT for giving this conversation the space and time it deserves. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
'The Interview': The Woman at the Center of the French Rape Trial That Shocked the World
Podcast Episode · The Daily · 2026-02-14 · 1h 4m
podcasts.apple.com
February 19, 2026 at 2:22 PM
This is the most extraordinary interview I have ever heard - Gisele Pelicot is a hero, though she should not have had to be. Her courage, strength, insight and backbone are awe-inspiring. Kudos to the NYT for giving this conversation the space and time it deserves. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
The trump regime plan to build a 350-acre, 5,000-person military compound in #Gaza
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Trump officials plan to build 5,000-person military base in Gaza, files show
Exclusive: approximately 350-acre compound planned as base for multinational force, according to records reviewed by the Guardian
www.theguardian.com
February 19, 2026 at 2:23 PM
The trump regime plan to build a 350-acre, 5,000-person military compound in #Gaza
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Looks increasingly likely that trump will order the US military to kill people in #Iran as he seeks to distract the American public from the #Epstein files
trump-epstein affair
trump-epstein affair
Poland today urged its citizens to leave Iran at once, after a rapid U.S. military buildup in the Middle East raised the specter of direct confrontation with Tehran.
Poland urges citizens to leave Iran as Trump menaces Tehran
Washington has deployed 2 aircraft carrier strike groups to the Middle East, positioning forces that could be used in potential strikes on Iran.
www.politico.eu
February 19, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Ethiopia is ahead of the curve
EV Sales Boom As Ethiopia Bans Fossil-Fuel Car Imports
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
EV Sales Boom As Ethiopia Bans Fossil-Fuel Car Imports
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
www.bloomberg.com
February 19, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Ethiopia is ahead of the curve
EV Sales Boom As Ethiopia Bans Fossil-Fuel Car Imports
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
EV Sales Boom As Ethiopia Bans Fossil-Fuel Car Imports
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
“In Canada, Ukrainians are commonly perceived as a family-oriented and industrious community”
#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 🇨🇦
neweasterneurope.eu/2026/02/19/i...
#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 🇨🇦
neweasterneurope.eu/2026/02/19/i...
"In Canada, Ukrainians are commonly perceived as a family-oriented and industrious community"
An interview with Volodymyr Vorobets, a representative of the Ukrainian diaspora in Ontario, Canada. For the past ten years, he has served as the head of the London Ukrainian Centre. Interviewer: Andr...
neweasterneurope.eu
February 19, 2026 at 1:52 PM
“In Canada, Ukrainians are commonly perceived as a family-oriented and industrious community”
#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 🇨🇦
neweasterneurope.eu/2026/02/19/i...
#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 🇨🇦
neweasterneurope.eu/2026/02/19/i...
Happy Birthday Andrew
Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor, born 19 February 1960
Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor, born 19 February 1960
February 19, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Happy Birthday Andrew
Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor, born 19 February 1960
Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor, born 19 February 1960
BBC: Read King and police statements in full after Andrew arrest
King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Read King and police statements in full after Andrew arrest
King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
www.bbc.com
February 19, 2026 at 12:34 PM
BBC: Read King and police statements in full after Andrew arrest
King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
King releases statement after Thames Valley Police says a man is in custody and officers are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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King Charles on Andrew's arrest:
"What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities... they have our full & wholehearted support & co-operation.
Let me state clearly: the law must take its course."
"What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities... they have our full & wholehearted support & co-operation.
Let me state clearly: the law must take its course."
February 19, 2026 at 12:10 PM
King Charles on Andrew's arrest:
"What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities... they have our full & wholehearted support & co-operation.
Let me state clearly: the law must take its course."
"What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities... they have our full & wholehearted support & co-operation.
Let me state clearly: the law must take its course."
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Russia ‘not ready for peace’ with ‘no tangible signs’ of serious engagement, EU says - Europe live
Russia ‘not ready for peace’ with ‘no tangible signs’ of serious engagement, EU says - Europe live
Comments come after Zelenskyy accused Russia of using ‘delay tactics’ to stall peace talks with Ukraine
The EU sees “no tangible signs that Russia is engaging seriously” with the aim of securing peace in Ukraine, its spokesperson said, responding to the latest round of talks in Geneva.
Speaking at the European Commission’s midday briefing in Geneva, EU foreign affairs spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said:
“We see that Russia continues its relentless attacks on Ukraine. This does reflect that Russia is not ready for peace. We still do not see tangible signs that Russia is engaging seriously on peace. …
Even this week, ahead of the peace talks, Ukraine experienced another massive missile and drone strike, according to Ukrainian authorities. … Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
February 19, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Russia ‘not ready for peace’ with ‘no tangible signs’ of serious engagement, EU says - Europe live
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Live updates: British police arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over Epstein links reut.rs/4cDj1Eh
Live updates: British police arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over Epstein links
Thames Valley police said they had arrested a man in his sixties in connection with an investigation into misconduct in a public office.
reut.rs
February 19, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Live updates: British police arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over Epstein links reut.rs/4cDj1Eh
Canada is facing calls to drop big US tech companies
France is joining a growing list of European governments moving away from US based tech platforms.
youtu.be/QxnsfEs3vfk
France is joining a growing list of European governments moving away from US based tech platforms.
youtu.be/QxnsfEs3vfk
European Governments Move Away From U.S. Tech Platforms | Your Morning
YouTube video by CTV Your Morning
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February 19, 2026 at 4:52 AM
Canada is facing calls to drop big US tech companies
France is joining a growing list of European governments moving away from US based tech platforms.
youtu.be/QxnsfEs3vfk
France is joining a growing list of European governments moving away from US based tech platforms.
youtu.be/QxnsfEs3vfk
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Stopped by the Continental Seafood Restaurant, a local staple here in Richmond, to celebrate Lunar New Year with the community.
February 19, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Stopped by the Continental Seafood Restaurant, a local staple here in Richmond, to celebrate Lunar New Year with the community.
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Glad to welcome another Edmontonian to the team. Look forward to working with you, Matt.
February 19, 2026 at 12:16 AM
Glad to welcome another Edmontonian to the team. Look forward to working with you, Matt.
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HERLE: "They're MAGA, MAGA-sympathetic, MAGA-adjacent, whether that's Poilievre himself or Andrew Scheer or Jenni Byrne or Michelle Rempel — people that are kind of in charge are very sympathetic. It's not surprising then that there'd be other members uncomfortable with that."
February 18, 2026 at 10:21 PM
HERLE: "They're MAGA, MAGA-sympathetic, MAGA-adjacent, whether that's Poilievre himself or Andrew Scheer or Jenni Byrne or Michelle Rempel — people that are kind of in charge are very sympathetic. It's not surprising then that there'd be other members uncomfortable with that."