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Riley Carter
@rileycarters.bsky.social
Architect, author & housing policy strategist. Championing Passive House, code-smart design & resilient homes for all.
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TAC! 2025 is here.
Two coastal cities. Dozens of experimental pavilions. One shared goal: rethinking how architecture engages with place, people, and the planet. -> read

#TAC2025 #UrbanArchitecture #EcologicalDesign #PublicSpace #SustainableArchitecture
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June 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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June 8, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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A while back I asked folks why they’re joining Bluesky and the most common response I saw was, “I just want a good place to get my news” and, yall, no. Bad.

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PBS News Weekend full episode, Jan. 25, 2025
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January 26, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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No govt that claims to be pro-growth should be ruling out a trade deal with our largest market. It is clear that the EU are open to calls from @eddavey.libdems.org.uk for a new customs union to break down trade barriers.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No plans to join Europe trade scheme, says minister
It comes after the EU's trade chief says the UK could join a customs union as part of post-Brexit
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January 23, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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“It's not easy to be exact, but studies estimate that tires create anywhere from 10-28% of the world's microplastic pollution, according to National Geographic. These particles don't just disappear — they end up in our water, our soil, and our bodies.”
Scientists make disturbing new discovery while studying human urine samples: 'We urgently need to classify [this]'
A recent study found high levels of two potentially deadly chemicals in humans' urine, raising concerns about tire pollution.
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January 19, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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Sexual Assault Survivor and military veteran Senator Joni Ernst has sold her soul to the Republican Party by committing to confirm Pete Hegseth, a man who is at worst a rapist, and at best a sexist man who believes women like Ernst aren’t qualified to serve. www.military.com/daily-news/2...
Combat Veteran, Sexual Assault Survivor Senator Backs Hegseth for Defense Secretary | Military.com
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January 15, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Adapt to thrive! 🚀 Stay ahead in a fast-changing market by embracing lifelong learning, networking online, and staying agile. Your ability to pivot and innovate is the key to long-term success. 🌟 #FutureReady #Entrepreneurship #LifelongLearning #BusinessGrowth #StayAgile
January 15, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Slow periods in freelancing aren’t failures—they’re opportunities to grow. Use the downtime to reflect on your goals, sharpen your skills, and recharge your energy. Success isn’t just about staying busy; it’s about staying ready. Embrace the quiet. #Freelancing #StayMotivated #FreelanceLife #Growth
January 13, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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The LA fires have burned more than 10,000 structures, killing 10 people so far, in a 25-mile expanse north of downtown Los Angeles. Biden has opened up 100% of federal funding to Gov. Newsom, but Trump, Newsom's vocal foe, is set to take office in 10 days. apnews.com/article/sout...
Families in shock begin to visit their charred homes in the Los Angeles area
Officials urged more people to heed evacuation orders after a new blaze, the Kenneth Fire, started in the San Fernando Valley and quickly grew.
apnews.com
January 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Week 9 Philosophy Discussion: Free will, what it means to be alive, sentient movement, religious determinism, & anxiety of choice.
Free Will Part 2: Sentient Movement, Anxiety of Choice, Religious Determinism
Being alive, sentient movement, & existing in entropy
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January 12, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Night #1 of nothing but Jake Xerxes Fussell.
January 12, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Discover how freelancing has transformed the modern economy. This article explores the rise of freelancing, its global impact, and the cultural and technological shifts driving its success.
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#Freelancing #GigEconomy #FutureOfWork #RemoteWork #WorkFromAnywhere
The Freelancing Revolution: A Deep Dive into Its Rise in the Modern Economy
Freelancing has transformed from a niche form of work into a global movement, reshaping economies and redefining the meaning of success. Wha...
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January 11, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Thanks, Gabino!
I've written an Elizabethan spy thriller.
What if Jason Bourne was played by Ray Winstone in 1590?
Walsingham is dead, his networks are being rolled up, and Nick's cover has been blown. From Brussels to Antwerp to London, it's fear, filth, and paranoia.
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January 10, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Challenge the norm, embrace the outlier within. What If You Are Right and Everybody’s Wrong is FREE for a few days! 🌍📖 Get it here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRJ6CSZR #FreeBook #CriticalThinking #DisruptTheNorm
#FreeBook #CriticalThinking #DisruptTheNorm
January 10, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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Hey, @alafairburke.bsky.social in da house!
January 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Hi everyone! I’m Riley Carter— Passionate about helping families thrive through financial literacy. I believe financial literacy isn’t just about numbers—it’s about building a life that reflects your values. Excited to connect share insights, and learn from all of you!! 🌱📊✨ #FamilyEconomics
January 11, 2025 at 10:04 AM