rueprincipal.bsky.social
@rueprincipal.bsky.social
Retired Educator, HABS, Les Expos (sigh), Disc Golf, Geocaching, McGill, This and That . . . often found here: http://127.0.0.1 . . . I am an ABC voter . . . 🇨🇦
Inflation: Liberal Policy or Global Reality?
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Inflation: Liberal Policy or Global Reality?
Why recent affordability issues aren't a uniquely Canadian problem
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January 31, 2026 at 11:26 PM
Inflation: Liberal Policy or Global Reality?
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"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' defence shows foundation of future contender in win over Avalanche
In Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the league.
www.sportsnet.ca
January 30, 2026 at 5:58 AM
"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
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On the Canadiens defence, the Avalanche, and forging a path that bucks conventional hockey wisdom
www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Canadiens mobile defence face their mirror image and come out victorious vs. Avalanche
As the Canadiens attempt to forge a new defensive path to success, they defeated a team attempting to blaze that trail.
www.nytimes.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:32 PM
On the Canadiens defence, the Avalanche, and forging a path that bucks conventional hockey wisdom
www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
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It can’t go much better than that. The league’s best gets dominated by the Canadiens who put 7 on the board. The Wilde Cards is my view on the goalie coach being fired.
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1164397...
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1164397...
Call of the Wilde: League-leading Colorado routed 7-3 by invigorated Montreal Canadiens - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
It was a shocking night, as the Colorado Avalanche was getting routed by the youngest team in the National Hockey League. Brian Wilde has more.
globalnews.ca
January 30, 2026 at 3:08 AM
It can’t go much better than that. The league’s best gets dominated by the Canadiens who put 7 on the board. The Wilde Cards is my view on the goalie coach being fired.
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1164397...
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1164397...
'They're trying to replace us': the conspiracy theories driving the man behind Alberta separatism www.nationalobserver.com/2026/01/29/n...
'They're trying to replace us': the conspiracy theories driving the man behind Alberta separatism
Mitch Sylvestre says the Canadian government is criminal, he has fears of a communist takeover and he's 'cured of federalism.' Arno Kopecky spoke with him about the allegations of coordination with US...
www.nationalobserver.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:32 AM
'They're trying to replace us': the conspiracy theories driving the man behind Alberta separatism www.nationalobserver.com/2026/01/29/n...
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Who's Behind the Hard-Right in Canada? A Reference Guide to Canada's Disinformation Network. #cdnpoli
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January 29, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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IDU Motive: political intervention to put far right #conservatives govts in place with assistance from JCCF, ARC, Heritage Foundation, Atlas Network, Koch Network, IDU, Federalist Society, PostMedia, Rebel Media, Evangelical Churches.
#Project2025 is a #Conservative movement in 🇺🇸 & 🇨🇦.
#cdnpoli
#Project2025 is a #Conservative movement in 🇺🇸 & 🇨🇦.
#cdnpoli
January 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM
IDU Motive: political intervention to put far right #conservatives govts in place with assistance from JCCF, ARC, Heritage Foundation, Atlas Network, Koch Network, IDU, Federalist Society, PostMedia, Rebel Media, Evangelical Churches.
#Project2025 is a #Conservative movement in 🇺🇸 & 🇨🇦.
#cdnpoli
#Project2025 is a #Conservative movement in 🇺🇸 & 🇨🇦.
#cdnpoli
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Who's Behind the Hard-Right in Canada? A Reference Guide to Canada's Disinformation Network. #cdnpoli
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January 29, 2026 at 8:19 AM
Who's Behind the Hard-Right in Canada? A Reference Guide to Canada's Disinformation Network. #cdnpoli
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‘Trump Recruited as Moscow Asset,’ Says Ex-KGB Spy Chief - www.kyivpost.com/post/47630
‘Trump Recruited as Moscow Asset,’ Says Ex-KGB Spy Chief
Alnur Mussayev, former head of Kazakhstan’s security service, who rose up the ranks of the Soviet KGB, claims Moscow groomed Trump under pseudonym “Krasnov” in 1987.
www.kyivpost.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:57 PM
‘Trump Recruited as Moscow Asset,’ Says Ex-KGB Spy Chief - www.kyivpost.com/post/47630
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The well played competitive game with the Habs getting a lot of strong performances. The goats is the one issue the team defence can’t get beyond.
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal
globalnews.ca/news/1164029...
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal
globalnews.ca/news/1164029...
Call of the Wilde: Canadiens prevail 3-2 in hard-fought contest against Vegas - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
It's fascinating to note how much the Canadiens have improved their roster recently. The additions continue to make a difference. Brian Wilde explains.
globalnews.ca
January 28, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The well played competitive game with the Habs getting a lot of strong performances. The goats is the one issue the team defence can’t get beyond.
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal
globalnews.ca/news/1164029...
The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal
globalnews.ca/news/1164029...
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I have contacted Jim Pattison Group by email strongly discouraging them to do anything to facilitate the cruel ICE shock troops and DHS in the USA.
Ahem. Just in case you have thoughts too 👇👇
#cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/busines...
Ahem. Just in case you have thoughts too 👇👇
#cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/busines...
January 27, 2026 at 1:51 AM
I have contacted Jim Pattison Group by email strongly discouraging them to do anything to facilitate the cruel ICE shock troops and DHS in the USA.
Ahem. Just in case you have thoughts too 👇👇
#cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/busines...
Ahem. Just in case you have thoughts too 👇👇
#cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/busines...
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This COTW goes where I wish I didn’t have to but it must be done.
The Canadiens were strong in Boston but fell apart in the third.
Also, why to temper expectations this season is the Wilde Cards. All for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1163589...
The Canadiens were strong in Boston but fell apart in the third.
Also, why to temper expectations this season is the Wilde Cards. All for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1163589...
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens fall in Boston against the Bruins - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Late-game fumbling at the net cost the Montreal Canadiens their game Saturday against the Boston Bruins. But Cole Caufield may have played the best scoring game of his career.
globalnews.ca
January 25, 2026 at 4:09 PM
This COTW goes where I wish I didn’t have to but it must be done.
The Canadiens were strong in Boston but fell apart in the third.
Also, why to temper expectations this season is the Wilde Cards. All for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1163589...
The Canadiens were strong in Boston but fell apart in the third.
Also, why to temper expectations this season is the Wilde Cards. All for Global Montreal.
globalnews.ca/news/1163589...
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Competitive game that simply didn’t work out. It happens over 82 games.
Wilde Cards I want you to remember when I am long gone and you’re enjoying the great success of this era. The talent, the culture, the mentor: it’s all there waiting for you to enjoy.
globalnews.ca/news/1162606...
Wilde Cards I want you to remember when I am long gone and you’re enjoying the great success of this era. The talent, the culture, the mentor: it’s all there waiting for you to enjoy.
globalnews.ca/news/1162606...
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens face Buffalo again, meet same end 4-2 - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens lost to the Sabres last week, and they did again this week in another close game 4-2. Brian Wilde has more.
globalnews.ca
January 23, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Competitive game that simply didn’t work out. It happens over 82 games.
Wilde Cards I want you to remember when I am long gone and you’re enjoying the great success of this era. The talent, the culture, the mentor: it’s all there waiting for you to enjoy.
globalnews.ca/news/1162606...
Wilde Cards I want you to remember when I am long gone and you’re enjoying the great success of this era. The talent, the culture, the mentor: it’s all there waiting for you to enjoy.
globalnews.ca/news/1162606...
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It wasn’t just a speech. It was a declaration of strength and vision for Canada and a signal for the power of collaboration, integrity and courage to the world. ❤️🇨🇦
January 21, 2026 at 4:22 AM
It wasn’t just a speech. It was a declaration of strength and vision for Canada and a signal for the power of collaboration, integrity and courage to the world. ❤️🇨🇦
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One of the best 5-on-5 performances of the year for the Canadiens as they solve the Wild.
Also in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal the apparent disrespect of Bryce Pickford.
globalnews.ca/news/1162179...
Also in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal the apparent disrespect of Bryce Pickford.
globalnews.ca/news/1162179...
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens finally solve Minnesota with last-minute 4-3 win - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Montreal was rested for this matchup against Minnesota, and it showed. Brian Wilde has more on Tuesday night's game.
globalnews.ca
January 21, 2026 at 3:30 AM
One of the best 5-on-5 performances of the year for the Canadiens as they solve the Wild.
Also in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal the apparent disrespect of Bryce Pickford.
globalnews.ca/news/1162179...
Also in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal the apparent disrespect of Bryce Pickford.
globalnews.ca/news/1162179...
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This is the best speech, just from a pure rhetoric perspective - its sophistication and persuasiveness - that I've seen a politician deliver in a good long while. Really recommend watching or reading the whole thing.
January 20, 2026 at 11:01 PM
This is the best speech, just from a pure rhetoric perspective - its sophistication and persuasiveness - that I've seen a politician deliver in a good long while. Really recommend watching or reading the whole thing.
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CARNEY: "It seems that every day we're reminded that we live in an era of great power rivalry, that the rules-based order is fading, that the strong can do what they can and the weak must suffer what they must."
January 20, 2026 at 3:42 PM
CARNEY: "It seems that every day we're reminded that we live in an era of great power rivalry, that the rules-based order is fading, that the strong can do what they can and the weak must suffer what they must."
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EXTRAORDINARY HEAT ALLOVER OCEANIA
In VANUATU record smashed again in the island of Tanna with 34.5C in the airport White Grass:
Hottest January day in history
It will get worse and worse,expect all records of hot night to be smashed in pieces allover SW Oceania.
Unprecedented.
In VANUATU record smashed again in the island of Tanna with 34.5C in the airport White Grass:
Hottest January day in history
It will get worse and worse,expect all records of hot night to be smashed in pieces allover SW Oceania.
Unprecedented.
OCEANIA RECORD HEAT
This historic heat wave spreads to the Kermadec Islands, New Zealand.
ALL TIME RECORD at Raoul Island with 31.1C
In NEW CALEDONIA unprecedented hot nights continue:
Exceptional Min 27.2 at Mare Island
Hottest night in history
And It's not over yet...
This historic heat wave spreads to the Kermadec Islands, New Zealand.
ALL TIME RECORD at Raoul Island with 31.1C
In NEW CALEDONIA unprecedented hot nights continue:
Exceptional Min 27.2 at Mare Island
Hottest night in history
And It's not over yet...
January 19, 2026 at 5:01 PM
EXTRAORDINARY HEAT ALLOVER OCEANIA
In VANUATU record smashed again in the island of Tanna with 34.5C in the airport White Grass:
Hottest January day in history
It will get worse and worse,expect all records of hot night to be smashed in pieces allover SW Oceania.
Unprecedented.
In VANUATU record smashed again in the island of Tanna with 34.5C in the airport White Grass:
Hottest January day in history
It will get worse and worse,expect all records of hot night to be smashed in pieces allover SW Oceania.
Unprecedented.
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They hid it in books.
They lied in the reels.
They warned y’all of Public Broadcasting
Like truth was disease.
Same past, told abroad…
Somehow more complete.
Then they say, “We didn’t know,”
And the public chose retreat.
They lied in the reels.
They warned y’all of Public Broadcasting
Like truth was disease.
Same past, told abroad…
Somehow more complete.
Then they say, “We didn’t know,”
And the public chose retreat.
January 19, 2026 at 4:53 PM
They hid it in books.
They lied in the reels.
They warned y’all of Public Broadcasting
Like truth was disease.
Same past, told abroad…
Somehow more complete.
Then they say, “We didn’t know,”
And the public chose retreat.
They lied in the reels.
They warned y’all of Public Broadcasting
Like truth was disease.
Same past, told abroad…
Somehow more complete.
Then they say, “We didn’t know,”
And the public chose retreat.
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trump revenge on Gov Walz
Send ice to do his bidding and pay them bigly
Send ice to do his bidding and pay them bigly
January 17, 2026 at 1:03 AM
trump revenge on Gov Walz
Send ice to do his bidding and pay them bigly
Send ice to do his bidding and pay them bigly
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The Canadiens were sloppy which had to be addressed in the Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal, but for more cheery feelings the Wilde Cards is an attempt to assess what 2026 may look like on the forward depth chart.
Hint: there’s a lot of NHL players.
globalnews.ca/news/1161543...
Hint: there’s a lot of NHL players.
globalnews.ca/news/1161543...
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens bested by Sabres with 5-3 loss in Buffalo - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Sabres are trying to make the playoffs for the first time since 2011, and are now in a playoff position after shading the Canadiens. Brian Wilde has more.
globalnews.ca
January 16, 2026 at 3:22 AM
The Canadiens were sloppy which had to be addressed in the Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal, but for more cheery feelings the Wilde Cards is an attempt to assess what 2026 may look like on the forward depth chart.
Hint: there’s a lot of NHL players.
globalnews.ca/news/1161543...
Hint: there’s a lot of NHL players.
globalnews.ca/news/1161543...
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Have to wonder just how the U.S. now freezing visa processing for nationals from 75 nations – including Russia, will have an affect on Russian NHL players, either those currently playing or those that may be coming . . . Zharovsky (Canadiens)? Thoughts @bwildemtl.bsky.social @ericengels.bsky.social
January 14, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Have to wonder just how the U.S. now freezing visa processing for nationals from 75 nations – including Russia, will have an affect on Russian NHL players, either those currently playing or those that may be coming . . . Zharovsky (Canadiens)? Thoughts @bwildemtl.bsky.social @ericengels.bsky.social
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My glass is most definitely half full. These are the lessons that need to be lived. The Wilde Goats is actually a positive.
More positives are Danault and Montembeault.
And to round out the COTW, the Wilde Cards is Demidov’s path to the Calder Trophy.
globalnews.ca/news/1161219...
More positives are Danault and Montembeault.
And to round out the COTW, the Wilde Cards is Demidov’s path to the Calder Trophy.
globalnews.ca/news/1161219...
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens bring the fight to Washington, fall 3-2 in OT - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The youngest team in the league is in the process of learning how to win in the toughest scenario possible. Brian Wilde explains.
globalnews.ca
January 14, 2026 at 3:43 AM
My glass is most definitely half full. These are the lessons that need to be lived. The Wilde Goats is actually a positive.
More positives are Danault and Montembeault.
And to round out the COTW, the Wilde Cards is Demidov’s path to the Calder Trophy.
globalnews.ca/news/1161219...
More positives are Danault and Montembeault.
And to round out the COTW, the Wilde Cards is Demidov’s path to the Calder Trophy.
globalnews.ca/news/1161219...