Stuart Bratton 🇪🇺🇨🇦🇩🇪🇬🇧
@stuartbratton.emergentdrift.com
Sailor, Surfer, Firefighter (Feuerwehr), Data Scientist, Contact Center AI Specialist, Utopian Anarchist, former UK Lifeboat volunteer, Former Downtown Eastside Vancouver and Electric Avenue Calgary Doorman for 20 years. (He/Him/Ally)
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"Right-wing political orientation is positively associated with national identification even among individuals who are disadvantaged by the system."
New work by Luca Caricati: doi.org/10.1002/casp...
New work by Luca Caricati: doi.org/10.1002/casp...
December 31, 2025 at 7:38 AM
"Right-wing political orientation is positively associated with national identification even among individuals who are disadvantaged by the system."
New work by Luca Caricati: doi.org/10.1002/casp...
New work by Luca Caricati: doi.org/10.1002/casp...
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Protection of the ocean beyond countries’ national jurisdictions is about to take a big leap forward. A new treaty reflects a growing awareness of accelerating declines in many species of fish, sharks, turtles, squid and more
A half-planet-size gap in global governance is about to get plugged
A new treaty offers hope of curbing the destruction of the oceans
econ.st
December 31, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Protection of the ocean beyond countries’ national jurisdictions is about to take a big leap forward. A new treaty reflects a growing awareness of accelerating declines in many species of fish, sharks, turtles, squid and more
I think this is a thing people don't get about Trump. He doesn't and has never had real friends, so he doesn't understand how they work.
He thinks that Minnesota is all Dem voters, so he believes that punishing them costs him nothing in votes.
I have friends in Minnesota, as do most people.
He thinks that Minnesota is all Dem voters, so he believes that punishing them costs him nothing in votes.
I have friends in Minnesota, as do most people.
December 31, 2025 at 12:47 AM
I think this is a thing people don't get about Trump. He doesn't and has never had real friends, so he doesn't understand how they work.
He thinks that Minnesota is all Dem voters, so he believes that punishing them costs him nothing in votes.
I have friends in Minnesota, as do most people.
He thinks that Minnesota is all Dem voters, so he believes that punishing them costs him nothing in votes.
I have friends in Minnesota, as do most people.
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This one’s for the people dismantling fascism.
For everyone defying the rise of the right.
For everyone defying the rise of the right.
December 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM
This one’s for the people dismantling fascism.
For everyone defying the rise of the right.
For everyone defying the rise of the right.
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"Since @zackpolanski.bsky.social took over as leader, the party has doubled its membership and its four MPs want to take on Reform’s anger and build community spirit"
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
‘Zack is a phenomenal leader’: Siân Berry on the Green party’s next steps as membership doubles
Since Zack Polanski took over as leader, the party has doubled its membership and its four MPs want to take on Reform’s anger and build community spirit
www.theguardian.com
December 30, 2025 at 9:52 PM
"Since @zackpolanski.bsky.social took over as leader, the party has doubled its membership and its four MPs want to take on Reform’s anger and build community spirit"
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
"The same procedure as every year, James."
- Dinner for one
- Dinner for one
Let’s all go into 2026 with savior of the universe energy.
December 30, 2025 at 11:46 PM
"The same procedure as every year, James."
- Dinner for one
- Dinner for one
Pretty funny.
Although it should deeply worry every American that the US Admin has no clue about how Gen AI works. Especially as they remove any attempt to regulate it.
Although it should deeply worry every American that the US Admin has no clue about how Gen AI works. Especially as they remove any attempt to regulate it.
BREAKING NEWS: Actual facts appear for the first time on "Truth" Social.
December 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Pretty funny.
Although it should deeply worry every American that the US Admin has no clue about how Gen AI works. Especially as they remove any attempt to regulate it.
Although it should deeply worry every American that the US Admin has no clue about how Gen AI works. Especially as they remove any attempt to regulate it.
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From crewed lunar voyages to flight tests of fully reusable rockets and launches of new orbital telescopes studying the outer limits of the cosmos, 2026 should be a banner year for space science and exploration
Here’s What to Get Excited about in Space in 2026
From crewed lunar voyages to flight tests of fully reusable rockets and launches of new orbital telescopes studying the outer limits of the cosmos, 2026 should be a banner year for space science and e...
www.scientificamerican.com
December 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM
From crewed lunar voyages to flight tests of fully reusable rockets and launches of new orbital telescopes studying the outer limits of the cosmos, 2026 should be a banner year for space science and exploration
Which brings up the one problem I have with going full EV here in Germany. I am not allowed to tow with it. Which I need in order to put my boat in the water or go camping with a trailer. The reason for this makes sense, but there does need to be a solution or compromise found.
Big-battery EV trucks get a bad rap sometimes. But many owners have been thrilled with theirs.
insideevs.com/reviews/7829...
insideevs.com/reviews/7829...
'Would I Buy It Again? Absolutely': Chevy Silverado EV LT Owner Review At 23,000 Miles
'I prefer to tow with this truck now, rather than my gas or diesel, he says. 'There's just plenty of power.'
insideevs.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Which brings up the one problem I have with going full EV here in Germany. I am not allowed to tow with it. Which I need in order to put my boat in the water or go camping with a trailer. The reason for this makes sense, but there does need to be a solution or compromise found.
It is amazing that things have gone from 300 km range to 600 km in the 4 years I have owned my electric. Recharge times are also much improved.
It is now at the point where I will get rid of my long range off-roader ICE and my old electric local commuter and consolidate them into 1 electric 4x4 SUV
It is now at the point where I will get rid of my long range off-roader ICE and my old electric local commuter and consolidate them into 1 electric 4x4 SUV
Some say the gas engine will be sticking around for a while. But critics say that ignores how quickly battery technology is advancing.
insideevs.com/news/782978/...
insideevs.com/news/782978/...
Range Anxiety Built Range Extenders. Better EVs End The Worry
EVs with 400+ miles of range and advances in charging are eroding the case for EREVs and large-battery PHEVs.
insideevs.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:33 AM
It is amazing that things have gone from 300 km range to 600 km in the 4 years I have owned my electric. Recharge times are also much improved.
It is now at the point where I will get rid of my long range off-roader ICE and my old electric local commuter and consolidate them into 1 electric 4x4 SUV
It is now at the point where I will get rid of my long range off-roader ICE and my old electric local commuter and consolidate them into 1 electric 4x4 SUV
I am such a big fan of the Euro. I hate having to pay money to change money from one piece of arbitrary valued paper to another. Even worse is when I have to pay an additional fee to do this digitally.
The Euro is an economic superpower that boosts the EU.
The Euro is an economic superpower that boosts the EU.
Which countries will start using the euro in 2026? https://aje.io/vfnfvd
December 30, 2025 at 9:16 AM
I am such a big fan of the Euro. I hate having to pay money to change money from one piece of arbitrary valued paper to another. Even worse is when I have to pay an additional fee to do this digitally.
The Euro is an economic superpower that boosts the EU.
The Euro is an economic superpower that boosts the EU.
It is pretty clear he is planning to still be President in 28.
Dems will win in 26, that will be invalidated, as he will not allow himself to be impeached. So he will save America by suspending Congress indefinitely. Which to be clear, he is shockingly allowed to do.
Then push concurrent theory.
Dems will win in 26, that will be invalidated, as he will not allow himself to be impeached. So he will save America by suspending Congress indefinitely. Which to be clear, he is shockingly allowed to do.
Then push concurrent theory.
December 30, 2025 at 9:07 AM
It is pretty clear he is planning to still be President in 28.
Dems will win in 26, that will be invalidated, as he will not allow himself to be impeached. So he will save America by suspending Congress indefinitely. Which to be clear, he is shockingly allowed to do.
Then push concurrent theory.
Dems will win in 26, that will be invalidated, as he will not allow himself to be impeached. So he will save America by suspending Congress indefinitely. Which to be clear, he is shockingly allowed to do.
Then push concurrent theory.
There is no amount of appeasement that could satisfy the current US admin. The US will continue to interfere in UK elections until it gets a Reform UK Government, which would turn the UK into a US protectorate colony.
We all know this to be true and is clearly the end goal of Reform UK.
We all know this to be true and is clearly the end goal of Reform UK.
As I (and thousands of other people) predicted, Labour's non-deal with the USA wasn't worth the paper it isn't printed on.
Starmer set Britain up to be Trump's chew toy.
Absolutely catastrophic to have traded our EU membership for this turbocharged farce.
www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025...
Starmer set Britain up to be Trump's chew toy.
Absolutely catastrophic to have traded our EU membership for this turbocharged farce.
www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025...
December 30, 2025 at 7:45 AM
There is no amount of appeasement that could satisfy the current US admin. The US will continue to interfere in UK elections until it gets a Reform UK Government, which would turn the UK into a US protectorate colony.
We all know this to be true and is clearly the end goal of Reform UK.
We all know this to be true and is clearly the end goal of Reform UK.
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“The city lost as much as 3 per cent of its population each year to disease – a number far greater than the birthrate. Rome’s massive population was sustained through large-scale migration from other parts of the empire, nearly every year, for five centuries.”
Think you know everything about ancient Rome? Here's 25 facts that will prove you wrong — HistoryExtra Magazine
Edward J Watts, author of The Romans: A 2,000-Year History, shares 25 things you need to know about one of the greatest civilisations of the ancient world – from their incredible feats of engineering ...
apple.news
December 29, 2025 at 10:48 PM
“The city lost as much as 3 per cent of its population each year to disease – a number far greater than the birthrate. Rome’s massive population was sustained through large-scale migration from other parts of the empire, nearly every year, for five centuries.”
Classic. One of my favourite shows of all time. Had the theme stuck in my head today.
Going to spend some time rewatching it over the next few months.
Going to spend some time rewatching it over the next few months.
The Tomorrow People Theme (Intro & Outro)
YouTube video by 11db11
youtu.be
December 29, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Classic. One of my favourite shows of all time. Had the theme stuck in my head today.
Going to spend some time rewatching it over the next few months.
Going to spend some time rewatching it over the next few months.
Yep, Bands In Town knows me well :-)
December 29, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Yep, Bands In Town knows me well :-)
UK Passport renewed.
I had hoped to avoid doing so as I prefer to travel on my Canadian passport. Since Brexit my CAN passport is better respected and has more visa free destinations.
But, I also want to avoid another 6 hour queue at Heathrow when I return for a few days later this year. Worth it.
I had hoped to avoid doing so as I prefer to travel on my Canadian passport. Since Brexit my CAN passport is better respected and has more visa free destinations.
But, I also want to avoid another 6 hour queue at Heathrow when I return for a few days later this year. Worth it.
December 29, 2025 at 1:47 PM
UK Passport renewed.
I had hoped to avoid doing so as I prefer to travel on my Canadian passport. Since Brexit my CAN passport is better respected and has more visa free destinations.
But, I also want to avoid another 6 hour queue at Heathrow when I return for a few days later this year. Worth it.
I had hoped to avoid doing so as I prefer to travel on my Canadian passport. Since Brexit my CAN passport is better respected and has more visa free destinations.
But, I also want to avoid another 6 hour queue at Heathrow when I return for a few days later this year. Worth it.
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Citizenship stripping has become a political tool for authoritarians to signal their credentials.
No matter how abhorrent someone’s tweets, or views, the idea REMOVING THEIR CITIZENSHIP should be the response is deranged.
Philp & the right in general have lost the plot. #r4today
No matter how abhorrent someone’s tweets, or views, the idea REMOVING THEIR CITIZENSHIP should be the response is deranged.
Philp & the right in general have lost the plot. #r4today
December 29, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Citizenship stripping has become a political tool for authoritarians to signal their credentials.
No matter how abhorrent someone’s tweets, or views, the idea REMOVING THEIR CITIZENSHIP should be the response is deranged.
Philp & the right in general have lost the plot. #r4today
No matter how abhorrent someone’s tweets, or views, the idea REMOVING THEIR CITIZENSHIP should be the response is deranged.
Philp & the right in general have lost the plot. #r4today
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If one of your resolutions for 2026 is becoming more engaged in your community and doing more to save democracy, now is the time to connect with your local organizers. 👇
Indivisible
Indivisible groups are where everyday people turn outrage into action and build lasting power on their home turf. Find yours today.
indivisible.org
December 29, 2025 at 1:21 PM
If one of your resolutions for 2026 is becoming more engaged in your community and doing more to save democracy, now is the time to connect with your local organizers. 👇
It was not really a productive day for me today.
Not entirely my fault with so many people out of office, but it is largely the schietwetter and gray skies is really dragging on my energy levels.
Not entirely my fault with so many people out of office, but it is largely the schietwetter and gray skies is really dragging on my energy levels.
Ian Dury and The Blockheads - What A Waste (Official 4K Video)
YouTube video by Ian Dury & The Blockheads
youtu.be
December 29, 2025 at 1:25 PM
It was not really a productive day for me today.
Not entirely my fault with so many people out of office, but it is largely the schietwetter and gray skies is really dragging on my energy levels.
Not entirely my fault with so many people out of office, but it is largely the schietwetter and gray skies is really dragging on my energy levels.
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There is no Kennedy Center any more. It’s the Trump Center now.
Bravo to the artists who have cancelled — and to those who will cancel. 🌹 👏🏼
Bravo to the artists who have cancelled — and to those who will cancel. 🌹 👏🏼
December 29, 2025 at 1:08 AM
There is no Kennedy Center any more. It’s the Trump Center now.
Bravo to the artists who have cancelled — and to those who will cancel. 🌹 👏🏼
Bravo to the artists who have cancelled — and to those who will cancel. 🌹 👏🏼
America being respected again, maybe like never before.
Bakery in Denmark sells bright orange Donald Trump ‘moron’ cakes
A bakery in Denmark started selling bright orange Donald Trump 'moron' cakes following his inauguration as president.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
December 29, 2025 at 10:48 AM
America being respected again, maybe like never before.
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Talking about AI replacing workers is so broad as to be worthless. ATMs replaced bank tellers and Outlook replaced secretaries being dictated memos by their bosses.
Yet we didn’t talk about them replacing humans. We will see similar dynamics with LLMs. They will take over tasks not entire jobs.
Yet we didn’t talk about them replacing humans. We will see similar dynamics with LLMs. They will take over tasks not entire jobs.
An AI pioneer says the technology is 'limited' and won't replace humans anytime soon
Andrew Ng sees AI as a revolution in the making, predicting continued progress despite controversies and claims of a bubble.
www.nbcnews.com
December 29, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Talking about AI replacing workers is so broad as to be worthless. ATMs replaced bank tellers and Outlook replaced secretaries being dictated memos by their bosses.
Yet we didn’t talk about them replacing humans. We will see similar dynamics with LLMs. They will take over tasks not entire jobs.
Yet we didn’t talk about them replacing humans. We will see similar dynamics with LLMs. They will take over tasks not entire jobs.
It's really hard to get going when it is like this outside.
December 29, 2025 at 10:29 AM
It's really hard to get going when it is like this outside.