Shifty Cow
@supergoofnz.bsky.social
Geek, dog nut, player of video games. Middle-aged idle. May contain coarse language & traces of nuts. Tangata Tiriti, Aotearoa. She/her. #Kikorangi.
#ToituTeTiriti / #TransRightsAreHumanRights / #BLM
#ToituTeTiriti / #TransRightsAreHumanRights / #BLM
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Shifty Cow
@supergoofnz.bsky.social
· Jan 2
If LGBTQ+ folks make you feel uncomfortable, that is absolutely a 'you' problem. It's not up to marginalised folks to hide or change to accommodate your feelings, it's up to you to harden the fuck up and get over yourself.
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Using AI to make medical decisions can risk your health, according to the largest ever study on the subject by the University of Oxford on large language models. They found LLMs tended to provide inaccurate and inconsistent information.
www.oii.ox.ac.uk/news-events/...
www.oii.ox.ac.uk/news-events/...
OII | New study warns of risks in AI chatbots giving medical advice
Study finds AI chatbots less helpful than search engines for medical advice
www.oii.ox.ac.uk
February 10, 2026 at 9:17 AM
Using AI to make medical decisions can risk your health, according to the largest ever study on the subject by the University of Oxford on large language models. They found LLMs tended to provide inaccurate and inconsistent information.
www.oii.ox.ac.uk/news-events/...
www.oii.ox.ac.uk/news-events/...
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These two women are suing Andrew Tate, alleging he raped them. Here they visit the social media companies that created Tate. Please share.
*one voice altered to disguise identity
*one voice altered to disguise identity
February 18, 2026 at 11:36 AM
These two women are suing Andrew Tate, alleging he raped them. Here they visit the social media companies that created Tate. Please share.
*one voice altered to disguise identity
*one voice altered to disguise identity
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the overseer of project 2025 is telling you out loud that every inch you cede on trans rights is part of the plan to create a white christian fascist state
Kevin Roberts, President of The Heritage Foundation, claims that evidence suggests a correlation between undergoing Trans Medical Care and acts of violence.
He states Heritage's public policy solution is to ban it for all ages and they're willing to work towards this goal on an incremental basis.
He states Heritage's public policy solution is to ban it for all ages and they're willing to work towards this goal on an incremental basis.
February 18, 2026 at 9:08 AM
the overseer of project 2025 is telling you out loud that every inch you cede on trans rights is part of the plan to create a white christian fascist state
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podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t...
4Corners reveals the MAGA machine “Advance” sworn to install a Trump style government in Australia.
A big story they don’t report while the Angus Taylor media interview circus rolls on.
“Truth Lies & Media” is live!🎙️
On Apple & Spotify
#auspol
#newscorpse
4Corners reveals the MAGA machine “Advance” sworn to install a Trump style government in Australia.
A big story they don’t report while the Angus Taylor media interview circus rolls on.
“Truth Lies & Media” is live!🎙️
On Apple & Spotify
#auspol
#newscorpse
Truth, Lies and Media
News Podcast · Updated Weekly · Broadcast journalist Nicole Chvastek and Australia's pre-eminent journalism ethics expert Denis Muller seek out the media industry's good, bad and ugly, taking you behi...
podcasts.apple.com
February 18, 2026 at 3:06 AM
podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t...
4Corners reveals the MAGA machine “Advance” sworn to install a Trump style government in Australia.
A big story they don’t report while the Angus Taylor media interview circus rolls on.
“Truth Lies & Media” is live!🎙️
On Apple & Spotify
#auspol
#newscorpse
4Corners reveals the MAGA machine “Advance” sworn to install a Trump style government in Australia.
A big story they don’t report while the Angus Taylor media interview circus rolls on.
“Truth Lies & Media” is live!🎙️
On Apple & Spotify
#auspol
#newscorpse
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Painstakingly researched article. UK is not so different from US, and not in a good way.
The same James Orr that’s heading up the “Centre for a Better Britain”, previously known as “Resolute 1850”, a think tank that has some seriously dodgy plans? Now working as the senior policy advisor to Farage?
Yeah, that’s exceptionally dodgy.
Yeah, that’s exceptionally dodgy.
February 18, 2026 at 11:19 AM
Painstakingly researched article. UK is not so different from US, and not in a good way.
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If you’re unwilling to acknowledge the actual cause of your need to plan for climate related disasters then you have most definitely shoved your politics right in there.
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
Party leaders call for politics to be taken out of planning for weather events
Luxon wants it handled independently, while Hipkins says infrastructure should not be something the parties "compete" on.
www.rnz.co.nz
February 17, 2026 at 5:33 AM
If you’re unwilling to acknowledge the actual cause of your need to plan for climate related disasters then you have most definitely shoved your politics right in there.
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
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Trump’s so-called Department of War is threatening to cut ties with Anthropic because it won’t help the Pentagon conduct mass surveillance on Americans or make fully autonomous weapons that the administration can use however it likes. Anthropic refused unfettered use.
newrepublic.com/post/206631/...
newrepublic.com/post/206631/...
The Pentagon Just Sent a Terrifying Message to AI Companies
It warned Anthropic it will “pay a price” if it continues to demand its products have safeguards.
newrepublic.com
February 17, 2026 at 5:41 AM
Trump’s so-called Department of War is threatening to cut ties with Anthropic because it won’t help the Pentagon conduct mass surveillance on Americans or make fully autonomous weapons that the administration can use however it likes. Anthropic refused unfettered use.
newrepublic.com/post/206631/...
newrepublic.com/post/206631/...
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The Reality Check Radio billboards that litter the entirety of SH1 didn't pay for themselves.
NZ has not really come to terms with how far developed the disinfo networks were that led to riots and flames on the parliament grounds.
It's been brushed off as individual cookers without much serious introspection in public of the information ecosystem and funding conditions that led to it.
It's been brushed off as individual cookers without much serious introspection in public of the information ecosystem and funding conditions that led to it.
February 17, 2026 at 6:23 AM
The Reality Check Radio billboards that litter the entirety of SH1 didn't pay for themselves.
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Indeed.
FYI, at the end of The Rest is Politics podcast with Jacinda, Rory Stewart mentioned that according to the UK Electoral Reform Society at the time she resigned Jacinda was only second to Emmanuel Macron as a target for Russian disinformation.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX_P...
FYI, at the end of The Rest is Politics podcast with Jacinda, Rory Stewart mentioned that according to the UK Electoral Reform Society at the time she resigned Jacinda was only second to Emmanuel Macron as a target for Russian disinformation.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX_P...
How To Be Prime Minister With Imposter Syndrome & Why I Resigned: Jacinda Ardern
YouTube video by The Rest Is Politics: Leading
www.youtube.com
February 17, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Indeed.
FYI, at the end of The Rest is Politics podcast with Jacinda, Rory Stewart mentioned that according to the UK Electoral Reform Society at the time she resigned Jacinda was only second to Emmanuel Macron as a target for Russian disinformation.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX_P...
FYI, at the end of The Rest is Politics podcast with Jacinda, Rory Stewart mentioned that according to the UK Electoral Reform Society at the time she resigned Jacinda was only second to Emmanuel Macron as a target for Russian disinformation.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX_P...
So I have to pay more on my power bill, which is powered by hydro - a long term investment in energy security made by a past National Govt - to pay for a gas terminal which will be entirely beholden to foreign gas markets, a dying industry.
February 17, 2026 at 1:50 PM
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What if polluters could demand a payout just for being told to stop polluting? That’s what the Government is planning in its rewrite of the RMA. New Zealanders should never have to pay companies to stop polluting drinking water, cutting down forests killing wildlife.
The Polluters Get Paid Plan: AKA Regulatory Relief / Regulatory Takings
How the Government is pushing an extreme idea that would block environmental protection and reshape our democracy.
greenpeace.nz
February 4, 2026 at 1:10 AM
What if polluters could demand a payout just for being told to stop polluting? That’s what the Government is planning in its rewrite of the RMA. New Zealanders should never have to pay companies to stop polluting drinking water, cutting down forests killing wildlife.
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The drunk uncle theory.
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
agree with this (hah) but also think a particular mistake the left made for a long time online, and still makes to an extent, is failing to understand that the person whose mind you may actually change is the one reading the argument you're having, not the one you're arguing with
The secret to engaging in social media debate is knowing you will never win anyone over. The best you can hope for is to have people who already agree with tell you you're awesome. You might great a dopamine thrill from the righteousness of your anger! Fine benefits, all. But you will never win.
February 16, 2026 at 11:35 PM
The drunk uncle theory.
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
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Apparently we're getting an "English Language Bill" to make English an offical language of Aotearoa -- the odd thing is that this key document already seems to be written in English.
Inception, but for lawyers.
www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/governm...
Inception, but for lawyers.
www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/governm...
February 17, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Apparently we're getting an "English Language Bill" to make English an offical language of Aotearoa -- the odd thing is that this key document already seems to be written in English.
Inception, but for lawyers.
www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/governm...
Inception, but for lawyers.
www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/governm...
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NSW: Measles alert for Byron Bay area.
"There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 18 cases confirmed in the state since the new year."
Source: www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
"There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 18 cases confirmed in the state since the new year."
Source: www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
February 17, 2026 at 7:18 AM
NSW: Measles alert for Byron Bay area.
"There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 18 cases confirmed in the state since the new year."
Source: www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
"There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 18 cases confirmed in the state since the new year."
Source: www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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I totally get that we can’t expect local communities to pay the full price of these climate related costs through rates but central government can’t push costs off their balance sheet on to local government and then also pretend those councils can cap rates - it’s so troubling and irresponsible
February 17, 2026 at 7:32 AM
I totally get that we can’t expect local communities to pay the full price of these climate related costs through rates but central government can’t push costs off their balance sheet on to local government and then also pretend those councils can cap rates - it’s so troubling and irresponsible
In other news National sacked 50% of the Health IT workforce
Doctors, nurses at South Island hospitals plagued by IT issues
February 17, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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For those of you keen for more revelations from the oil-drenched #AtlasFiles 🔥⛽️☠️here’s the full clip of me at the #Auspol Senate hearings on the organisation and funding of climate and energy disinformation.
Fun answering questions from Sen Roberts (?!) & Canavan. ✊🏼
youtu.be/VwuqxfyCYj0?...
Fun answering questions from Sen Roberts (?!) & Canavan. ✊🏼
youtu.be/VwuqxfyCYj0?...
February 16, 2026 at 11:45 PM
For those of you keen for more revelations from the oil-drenched #AtlasFiles 🔥⛽️☠️here’s the full clip of me at the #Auspol Senate hearings on the organisation and funding of climate and energy disinformation.
Fun answering questions from Sen Roberts (?!) & Canavan. ✊🏼
youtu.be/VwuqxfyCYj0?...
Fun answering questions from Sen Roberts (?!) & Canavan. ✊🏼
youtu.be/VwuqxfyCYj0?...
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Our electricity bills have lost any relationship with the real costs of generating and distributing electrons. The whole point is to provide dividends to the government, so they’re effectively taxation by other means
#nzpol
#nzpol
If you feel like your Electricity bill is out of control – it is. Prices are up 11.5% this year alone. Prices are up 21% from 2023, with the majority of the increase happening since June 2024. Don’t worry though – the government is planning on adding to your bill with a new tax!
February 17, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Our electricity bills have lost any relationship with the real costs of generating and distributing electrons. The whole point is to provide dividends to the government, so they’re effectively taxation by other means
#nzpol
#nzpol
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When the Infrastructure Commission specifically calls out the Government's Wellington SH1 tunnels project as an "unwise investment", you know it's a bad idea. More from @JoelMacManus:
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/17-...
It's time to drop this $4 billion, high-emissions white elephant. #nzpol #climate
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/17-...
It's time to drop this $4 billion, high-emissions white elephant. #nzpol #climate
The government’s infrastructure plan points the blame at the government
The National Infrastructure Plan, released today, sets out a vision for a more efficient, affordable future. But is infrastructure minister Chris Bishop willing to accept that he is part of the proble...
thespinoff.co.nz
February 17, 2026 at 5:45 AM
When the Infrastructure Commission specifically calls out the Government's Wellington SH1 tunnels project as an "unwise investment", you know it's a bad idea. More from @JoelMacManus:
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/17-...
It's time to drop this $4 billion, high-emissions white elephant. #nzpol #climate
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/17-...
It's time to drop this $4 billion, high-emissions white elephant. #nzpol #climate
Kiwi ingenuity at it's best! Love the response from the Oreo representative too. #Kikorangi
thespinoff.co.nz/society/12-0...
thespinoff.co.nz/society/12-0...
Our possums are a problem. Could Selena Gomez be the solution?
How one pop star's limited edition Oreo flavour became a vital weapon in the war against one of Aotearoa's biggest pests.
thespinoff.co.nz
February 17, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Kiwi ingenuity at it's best! Love the response from the Oreo representative too. #Kikorangi
thespinoff.co.nz/society/12-0...
thespinoff.co.nz/society/12-0...
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Much of the ten point plan is jargonistic gibberish and it's hard to decipher what is actually being suggested.
Except Item5 - Managing assets.
"...and explore asset recycling opportunities" is code for asset sales.
This shabby govt cut taxes in 2024,and...(1)
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...
Except Item5 - Managing assets.
"...and explore asset recycling opportunities" is code for asset sales.
This shabby govt cut taxes in 2024,and...(1)
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...
‘Many people will be quite shocked’ ... this is how bad it really is
Te Waihanga, the NZ Infrastructure Commission, has released its final National Infrastructure Plan.
www.stuff.co.nz
February 17, 2026 at 2:19 AM
Much of the ten point plan is jargonistic gibberish and it's hard to decipher what is actually being suggested.
Except Item5 - Managing assets.
"...and explore asset recycling opportunities" is code for asset sales.
This shabby govt cut taxes in 2024,and...(1)
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...
Except Item5 - Managing assets.
"...and explore asset recycling opportunities" is code for asset sales.
This shabby govt cut taxes in 2024,and...(1)
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3609...
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Can you believe NZ Pharmac? They confirmed MRNA Pfizer as primary covid19 vax & acknowledged “Exceptional Circumstances” where an alternate vax (Novavax) should be available for those intolerant of MRNA but are not providing it nor a means of accessing it @drayeshaverrall.bsky.social #nzpol
Decision to award Principal Supply for COVID-19 vaccine
www.pharmac.govt.nz
October 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Can you believe NZ Pharmac? They confirmed MRNA Pfizer as primary covid19 vax & acknowledged “Exceptional Circumstances” where an alternate vax (Novavax) should be available for those intolerant of MRNA but are not providing it nor a means of accessing it @drayeshaverrall.bsky.social #nzpol
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Join the call to invest in renewable energy NOT Luxon’s batshit new fossil gas LNG terminal👇
PETITION 📝
action.greenpeace.org.nz/petition/cle...
PETITION 📝
action.greenpeace.org.nz/petition/cle...
PETITION: Choose a clean energy future
Sign on now to call on the Luxon Govt to embrace a Clean Energy Future for NZ, invest in solar and wind, and reject new fossil fuel electricity generation and a new fossil gas import facility.
action.greenpeace.org.nz
February 17, 2026 at 7:43 AM
Join the call to invest in renewable energy NOT Luxon’s batshit new fossil gas LNG terminal👇
PETITION 📝
action.greenpeace.org.nz/petition/cle...
PETITION 📝
action.greenpeace.org.nz/petition/cle...
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This bridge toll is not to pay for a second harbour crossing. It's to pay for the unaffordable tax cuts for landlords & the rich.
Tax cuts for landord is an election bribe that also inflates/props up house prices for investors.
No thought for those that aren't gifted a home.
More Willis crap.
#NZPol
Tax cuts for landord is an election bribe that also inflates/props up house prices for investors.
No thought for those that aren't gifted a home.
More Willis crap.
#NZPol
February 17, 2026 at 6:24 AM
This bridge toll is not to pay for a second harbour crossing. It's to pay for the unaffordable tax cuts for landlords & the rich.
Tax cuts for landord is an election bribe that also inflates/props up house prices for investors.
No thought for those that aren't gifted a home.
More Willis crap.
#NZPol
Tax cuts for landord is an election bribe that also inflates/props up house prices for investors.
No thought for those that aren't gifted a home.
More Willis crap.
#NZPol
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OKAY BIG ONE FOR YA
NEW report out today: I dig deep into how big tech has been muddling tech types and overstating evidence to claim "AI" will make global emissions drop like a stone....
Not only will it not, it seems to be verifiably doing the opposite!!
ketanjoshi.co/2026/02/17/b... + 📼+🧵>
NEW report out today: I dig deep into how big tech has been muddling tech types and overstating evidence to claim "AI" will make global emissions drop like a stone....
Not only will it not, it seems to be verifiably doing the opposite!!
ketanjoshi.co/2026/02/17/b... + 📼+🧵>
February 17, 2026 at 6:48 AM
OKAY BIG ONE FOR YA
NEW report out today: I dig deep into how big tech has been muddling tech types and overstating evidence to claim "AI" will make global emissions drop like a stone....
Not only will it not, it seems to be verifiably doing the opposite!!
ketanjoshi.co/2026/02/17/b... + 📼+🧵>
NEW report out today: I dig deep into how big tech has been muddling tech types and overstating evidence to claim "AI" will make global emissions drop like a stone....
Not only will it not, it seems to be verifiably doing the opposite!!
ketanjoshi.co/2026/02/17/b... + 📼+🧵>