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Lover of birds. Lover of words. Lover of everything wild in this world. 🇨🇦
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A List of Things Said to Have Been Ruined by Women

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November 6, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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The Liberals have introduced their first budget under Carney, which greatly increases the deficit to fund the military and infrastructure. A Conservative MP crossed the floor to support it, and more may be on the move.
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Carney Government Introduces First Budget
The federal government has introduced a federal budget that massively increases military spending and the deficit. The Liberals are now looking for a path to pass it
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November 7, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of NYC as Democrats won elections across the U.S. Now the young democratic socialist faces the challenge of implementing his ambitious policy agenda
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Zohran Mamdani Elected Mayor of New York
The high-profile socialist candidate was one of several victories for the Democrats on Tuesday night. Mamdani’s ambitious policy agenda could mark the opening of a civil war in the Democratic Party
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November 6, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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It took me about three months to get here but...

Here's a 🪶 for (nearly) every species of bird, with colors extracted from wikipedia descriptions.

10,151 species.

#dataviz #birds #data
November 4, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Prints and and posters are now available for sale!

They'll ship anywhere world-wide plastic-free and 5% of profits will go to bird rescue in NYC.

There's the big one, and then passerine, parrot & hummingbird editions.

www.jerthorp.me/category/of-...

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November 4, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Carney toured Asia this week and met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. While he promoted Canadian trade globally, talks with the Americans collapsed over a commercial.
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Carney Travels to Asia as U.S. Trade Talks Collapse
World leaders have gathered in Asia to discuss trade and geopolitical issues. Carney is there promoting Canadian business and looking into new submarines as talks with the Americans have ended
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October 31, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Argentine President Javier Milei’s party won a major victory in the country’s midterm elections. The victory comes thanks to Trump, and farmers are upset that he prioritized the South American country over their own issues
#uspoli
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Argentina’s Milei Wins Midterm Elections With Trump’s Support
Argentina’s libertarian president has won Congressional elections that will shore up the government. The victory comes after a U.S. bailout and policy changes that greatly hurt American farmers
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October 31, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Doesn't everyone just want a cozy rock to curl up and nap in? It looks so comfy :) #mammals 🌿🐻‍❄️
October 25, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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How does climate change affect bears?
The bay is freezing later and breaking up earlier. Longer ice-free seasons make them fast longer. This is especially hard on females who might not have enough energy to have cubs. The WHB population has decreased by about 50%. They need longer winters 🐻‍❄️ 10/11
October 25, 2025 at 2:49 AM
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Portland Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested by the FBI for allegedly rigging poker games and fixing NBA bets. The case puts a spotlight on the sports betting industry
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FBI Arrests Pro Athletes and Mafiosos in Gambling Sting
The investigation into two illegal gambling operations involved several prominent NBA players and members of the mafia. The case could have major ramifications for the sports betting industry
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October 25, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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Canada has introduced a bail reform bill that will make it harder for violent offenders to get bail and will make their sentences harsher. The move is popular among Canadians, but whether it will meaningfully address crime is completely unknown
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Canadian Government Introduces Bail Reform
The Carney government is introducing tough-on-crime legislation that will change the bail system. While the moves appear politically popular, there is little evidence the changes will decrease crime
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October 24, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Want to learn how to draw crows, jays, and ravens? There are still spaces in my online Drawing Corvids Course starting November 19th at 7:00 pm CST. We'll explore the basics of drawing birds and bringing these fascinating species to life over 4 session. Register here: www.mcnallyrobinson.com/classes
October 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Almost every news outlet has refused to sign new rules that effectively prevent reporters from doing their jobs at the Pentagon. The changes come as the U.S. plans military action in Venezuela based on unsubstantiated drug smuggling claims.
#USPoli
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New Pentagon Rules Effectively Block Reporters’ Access
The U.S. Department of Defence has adopted new rules that effectively ban reporters from doing their jobs at the Pentagon. Almost every news agency has refused to agree to them.
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October 17, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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Newfoundland has elected a new Conservative government, which could put an agreement with Quebec on the expansion of the Churchill Falls Generating Station in jeopardy
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Conservatives Upset Liberals to Win Newfoundland Election
After a decade in power, the Liberals have lost the election in Newfoundland and Labrador. Conservative governments now control every province except B.C.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Join the flock! Do you love organization, teamwork, and making a difference? Birds Canada is hiring a Part-Time Executive and HR Assistant - a flexible role directly supporting our mission to protect birds and nature across Canada.

Apply by October 24! tinyurl.com/mrx47wx7
Part-Time Executive and HR Assistant
Join the flock! Do you love organization, teamwork, and making a difference? Birds Canada is hiring a Part-Time Executive and HR Assistant - a flexible role directly supporting our mission
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October 14, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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The US is considering military action against Venezuela that could include a full-blown invasion. Without evidence, the US accuses the country of deliberately sending drugs into its territory and has been blowing up local boats
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U.S. Considering Launching Regime-Change Operation in Venezuela
The U.S. looks to be preparing for military operations in Venezuela and could even invade the country. Trump baselessly accuses the Venezuelan government of deliberately “flooding” the U.S. with drugs
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October 10, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Israel and Hamas have reached a tentative ceasefire in Gaza, and are planning to exchange prisoners. Negotiations on the next steps of Trump’s 20-point peace plan are ongoing
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Ceasefire Deal Reached in Gaza War
U.S. President Donald Trump has declared “peace in the Middle East”. The U.S. has arranged a deal that could lead to the end of the active war in exchange for the release of Israeli captives
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October 10, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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The US Government shut down Wednesday as Congress is split on health care spending. Both sides are locked in on their position, so the shutdown could last a long time.
#USPoli
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U.S. Government Shutdown Likely to Continue Indefinitely
The U.S. government has entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass a funding bill on Tuesday night. With both sides entrenched, it seems unlikely to resolve anytime soon
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October 3, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Not even peak part of night yet, but we’ve hit over ONE BILLION BIRDS in flight!!!
#birds #fall #migration
#LightsOutForBirds
September 26, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Canada has formally recognized the State of Palestine, joining around 75% of the world. Carney says he wants to move toward a two-state solution, but Israel has vowed to continue its war instead
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Canada Recognizes the State of Palestine
During the U.N. General Assembly in New York City this week, Canada and five other countries extended recognition with the stated goal of restarting the process toward a two-state solution
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September 26, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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It’s migration time which means SO MANY BIRDS!! Here are just a few you might see passing through the US and Canada.

#birds 🌿 🧪
Bird Migration
YouTube video by Get To Know Nature
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September 20, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Jimmy Kimmel was suspended this week for comments he made about the Charlie Kirk assassination. The move appears politically motivated as the U.S. cracks down on dissent over reactions to the killing
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Jimmy Kimmel Suspended as Fallout From Kirk Assassination Continues
The late-night television host made remarks about the murder of famous conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The federal government it appears to have pressured ABC into suspending Kimmel
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September 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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The federal government has launched a new housing agency to build affordable housing, and given it a $13 billion budget. By itself, the new housing is unlikely to solve the affordability crisis
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Canada Launches New Federal Housing Agency
Carney says he wants to double the pace of housing construction in the next 10 years. To accomplish this, the federal government is starting Build Canada Homes, a new affordable housing builder
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September 18, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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The federal government has selected five “nation-building” projects it will accelerate with the aim of developing the economy and fighting the U.S. trade war
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Canada Announces First Five “Nation-building” Projects
Prime Minister Mark Carney made major infrastructure development a core part of his economic agenda. The first set of projects the government will focus on has now been released
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September 12, 2025 at 9:38 PM