Lindsay
@tebe482.bsky.social
Weather & history nerd and lover of animals, books, fun facts & gifs!
People, Nature and the Planet fascinate me.
Politics today terrifies me.
Opinions are my own. She/Her.
Toronto 🇨🇦
People, Nature and the Planet fascinate me.
Politics today terrifies me.
Opinions are my own. She/Her.
Toronto 🇨🇦
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*Olivia Chow Voice*
TORONTOOOOOOOO WE ARE ORDERING UNLIMITED HEATED
RIVALRY AUDIO BOOKS
TORONTOOOOOOOO WE ARE ORDERING UNLIMITED HEATED
RIVALRY AUDIO BOOKS
January 29, 2026 at 5:29 PM
*Olivia Chow Voice*
TORONTOOOOOOOO WE ARE ORDERING UNLIMITED HEATED
RIVALRY AUDIO BOOKS
TORONTOOOOOOOO WE ARE ORDERING UNLIMITED HEATED
RIVALRY AUDIO BOOKS
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"Our new analysis shows that it is far more dangerous to be pregnant than to have an abortion, and this gap in mortality risk is even larger than previously recognized.” - lead study author Maria Steenland.
In fact, the mortality risk of pregnancy is 44 to 70 times higher than from abortion.
In fact, the mortality risk of pregnancy is 44 to 70 times higher than from abortion.
Risk of maternal death during pregnancy greatly underestimated, study finds
A new study comparing deaths of pregnant people and of those who have an abortion show that risk of death due to pregnancy is three times higher than previously estimated.
www.brown.edu
January 29, 2026 at 2:39 AM
"Our new analysis shows that it is far more dangerous to be pregnant than to have an abortion, and this gap in mortality risk is even larger than previously recognized.” - lead study author Maria Steenland.
In fact, the mortality risk of pregnancy is 44 to 70 times higher than from abortion.
In fact, the mortality risk of pregnancy is 44 to 70 times higher than from abortion.
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Was it worth it, François Legault?
After all the unnecessary bills you used to divide Quebecers, you’ve had to resign in shame as Canada’s most unpopular premier.
Let this be a lesson to Quebec’s next premier to prioritize healthcare and housing affordability — things that actually matter.
#polqc
After all the unnecessary bills you used to divide Quebecers, you’ve had to resign in shame as Canada’s most unpopular premier.
Let this be a lesson to Quebec’s next premier to prioritize healthcare and housing affordability — things that actually matter.
#polqc
François Legault still has the lowest approval rating in Canada
The approval rating of Quebec Premier François Legault is still the lowest in Canada.
cultmtl.com
January 14, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Was it worth it, François Legault?
After all the unnecessary bills you used to divide Quebecers, you’ve had to resign in shame as Canada’s most unpopular premier.
Let this be a lesson to Quebec’s next premier to prioritize healthcare and housing affordability — things that actually matter.
#polqc
After all the unnecessary bills you used to divide Quebecers, you’ve had to resign in shame as Canada’s most unpopular premier.
Let this be a lesson to Quebec’s next premier to prioritize healthcare and housing affordability — things that actually matter.
#polqc
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Whenever I'm not entirely certain what to think about a particular political, economic or social issue I browse a Postmedia publication and just think exactly the opposite way.
January 14, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Whenever I'm not entirely certain what to think about a particular political, economic or social issue I browse a Postmedia publication and just think exactly the opposite way.
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The red dot is a baby North Atlantic right whale trying to migrate up the east coast of the United states.
The blue streaks are fast moving shipping vessels entering and leaving New York City harbor.
One collision and the whale is dead.
We need *mandatory* speed limits for these vessels! 🧪🦑🌍
The blue streaks are fast moving shipping vessels entering and leaving New York City harbor.
One collision and the whale is dead.
We need *mandatory* speed limits for these vessels! 🧪🦑🌍
January 14, 2026 at 4:34 PM
The red dot is a baby North Atlantic right whale trying to migrate up the east coast of the United states.
The blue streaks are fast moving shipping vessels entering and leaving New York City harbor.
One collision and the whale is dead.
We need *mandatory* speed limits for these vessels! 🧪🦑🌍
The blue streaks are fast moving shipping vessels entering and leaving New York City harbor.
One collision and the whale is dead.
We need *mandatory* speed limits for these vessels! 🧪🦑🌍
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“Uruguay did what most nations still call impossible: it built a power grid that runs almost entirely on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. The physicist who led that transformation says the same playbook could work anywhere—if governments have the courage to change the rules.”
Uruguay’s Renewable Charge: A Small Nation, A Big Lesson For The World
Uruguay built a power grid that runs 99% on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. Here’s how its bold energy overhaul became a global model.
www.forbes.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:29 AM
“Uruguay did what most nations still call impossible: it built a power grid that runs almost entirely on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. The physicist who led that transformation says the same playbook could work anywhere—if governments have the courage to change the rules.”
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Battle over Doug Ford’s Ontario Place redevelopment heads to Supreme Court of Canada
Battle over Doug Ford’s Ontario Place redevelopment heads to Supreme Court of Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada has given a group opposing the Ford government’s redevelopment of Ontario Place leave to appeal legislation the province used to fast-track construction.
www.thestar.com
January 8, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Battle over Doug Ford’s Ontario Place redevelopment heads to Supreme Court of Canada
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A win! Thank you to everyone who spoke out! After facing bipartisan resistance, the Senate Parliamentarian, ruled that Sen. Mike Lee’s proposal to sell off millions of acres of federal land cannot be included under reconciliation rules.
June 24, 2025 at 10:43 PM
A win! Thank you to everyone who spoke out! After facing bipartisan resistance, the Senate Parliamentarian, ruled that Sen. Mike Lee’s proposal to sell off millions of acres of federal land cannot be included under reconciliation rules.
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Going to need to send a message to your Councillor in the lead up to the Jun 25 council meeting.
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
June 13, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Going to need to send a message to your Councillor in the lead up to the Jun 25 council meeting.
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
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Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
The federal government is set to announce details of its promised 'Canada Strong Pass' next week and the tourism initiative is expected to take effect later this month.
www.ctvnews.ca
June 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
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Canadians make up the largest proportion—nearly 28 percent—of international travelers visiting Florida. They also comprise the largest number of international visitors for the entire United States.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
Canadians have cooled on US travel
Mexico is looking like a much better option.
www.motherjones.com
June 3, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Canadians make up the largest proportion—nearly 28 percent—of international travelers visiting Florida. They also comprise the largest number of international visitors for the entire United States.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
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“I think this says that they will not tolerate us being active participants in our democracy—they want an autocracy,” Emily Feiner told Mother Jones.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
May 6, 2025 at 8:45 PM
“I think this says that they will not tolerate us being active participants in our democracy—they want an autocracy,” Emily Feiner told Mother Jones.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
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If you’re in line when the polls close, stay in line. You can still cast your ballot. Your vote matters.
April 28, 2025 at 11:01 PM
If you’re in line when the polls close, stay in line. You can still cast your ballot. Your vote matters.
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It’s Election Day, Canada.
Go vote Canada Strong.
Go vote Canada Strong.
April 28, 2025 at 11:23 AM
It’s Election Day, Canada.
Go vote Canada Strong.
Go vote Canada Strong.
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We sat down w @thegreenlineto.bsky.social to discuss what to do if the unfortunate occurs and you're struck by a motorist on your bike. Know your rights friends!
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
April 3, 2025 at 2:34 PM
We sat down w @thegreenlineto.bsky.social to discuss what to do if the unfortunate occurs and you're struck by a motorist on your bike. Know your rights friends!
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
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If you're looking for a fascinating evening in May in Canada, I highly recommend Alice Roberts. She sees the history of all of us like no one I know.
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
March 31, 2025 at 1:54 PM
If you're looking for a fascinating evening in May in Canada, I highly recommend Alice Roberts. She sees the history of all of us like no one I know.
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
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In light of recent anti-cyclist policing, we wanted to share our Cycling & the Police Guide:
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
Cycling & Police Guide
For the safety of our community, we are putting a warning out to cyclists and offering a guide to help navigate interactions with police.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca
March 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
In light of recent anti-cyclist policing, we wanted to share our Cycling & the Police Guide:
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
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Round two of our long-duration ice storm will kick into gear Saturday night into Sunday across a large swath of Ontario. Additional power outages are likely. #ONStorm
Second round of prolonged ice storm building across Ontario - The Weather Network
More than 100,000 homes and businesses lost power on Saturday amid widespread, persistent freezing rain
www.theweathernetwork.com
March 30, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Round two of our long-duration ice storm will kick into gear Saturday night into Sunday across a large swath of Ontario. Additional power outages are likely. #ONStorm
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#RECALL: Velvet Caviar recalls about 90K Wireless Portable Power Banks with lithium-ion batteries due to fire and burn hazards. The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat and ignite. Get free replacement. CONTACT: velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsaf...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
March 20, 2025 at 1:49 PM
#RECALL: Velvet Caviar recalls about 90K Wireless Portable Power Banks with lithium-ion batteries due to fire and burn hazards. The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat and ignite. Get free replacement. CONTACT: velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsaf...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
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Deeply concerning news about our friend and former BF teammate Rebecca Burke whose backpacking trip to the US has ended with her being detained by ICE for over ten days, with no clear timeline for her release. Please read her father's statement here: www.facebook.com/paulrburke
March 9, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Deeply concerning news about our friend and former BF teammate Rebecca Burke whose backpacking trip to the US has ended with her being detained by ICE for over ten days, with no clear timeline for her release. Please read her father's statement here: www.facebook.com/paulrburke
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Exclusive: Ben & Jerry’s founders expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever
Ben & Jerry’s Founders Discuss Buying Back Brand From Unilever
The founders of Ben & Jerry’s have expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever Plc, according to people familiar with the matter.
www.bloomberg.com
February 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Exclusive: Ben & Jerry’s founders expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever
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What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
US President Donald Trump’s new agency is tasked with slashing costs - but faces opposition.
www.bbc.com
February 14, 2025 at 1:22 AM
What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?