Torqolbo!
@torq.bsky.social
International childhood (UK/Zambia/Oz/Newfoundland!) and now somewhere in Toronto.
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The National Enquirer tried to catch and kill the Katie Johnson story. Then they got ahead of it in an attempt to discredit her. And many of us bought it—hook, line, and sinker katemanne.substack.com/p/they-tried...
They Tried to Bury the Katie Johnson Story
And we, the public, let them convince us it was bogus.
katemanne.substack.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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I, Claudius. Near the end of episode two. This kid playing Postumus looks a lot like me at that age. I would've been around seven when this was filmed. TRAVESTY! I NEVER EVEN GOT AN AUDITION!
November 15, 2025 at 4:27 PM
I, Claudius. Near the end of episode two. This kid playing Postumus looks a lot like me at that age. I would've been around seven when this was filmed. TRAVESTY! I NEVER EVEN GOT AN AUDITION!
- Who's that actress? She's in a lot of horror films. She was just in Frankenstein.
- Mia Goth.
- Yes, I'm aware of your fashion and musical sensibilities. Look, if you don't know the answer to something, just say so.
- Mia Goth.
- Yes, I'm aware of your fashion and musical sensibilities. Look, if you don't know the answer to something, just say so.
November 15, 2025 at 2:30 PM
- Who's that actress? She's in a lot of horror films. She was just in Frankenstein.
- Mia Goth.
- Yes, I'm aware of your fashion and musical sensibilities. Look, if you don't know the answer to something, just say so.
- Mia Goth.
- Yes, I'm aware of your fashion and musical sensibilities. Look, if you don't know the answer to something, just say so.
- There's a term for when you pour coffee over ice cream, isn't there?
- Affogato.
- Okay, well, if you remember, let me know.
- Affogato.
- Okay, well, if you remember, let me know.
November 13, 2025 at 10:39 PM
- There's a term for when you pour coffee over ice cream, isn't there?
- Affogato.
- Okay, well, if you remember, let me know.
- Affogato.
- Okay, well, if you remember, let me know.
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no no the toymaker is geppetto pinocchio is geppetto’s monster
November 13, 2025 at 9:17 AM
no no the toymaker is geppetto pinocchio is geppetto’s monster
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I'm not saying it is, but Narnia sure feels homophobic to me, what with them forcing the whole place to be kept in the closet.
November 7, 2025 at 9:20 PM
I'm not saying it is, but Narnia sure feels homophobic to me, what with them forcing the whole place to be kept in the closet.
Reminder to make sure to go into your settings and do a little tinkering if you prefer to decide for yourself what is 'rude'
November 7, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Reminder to make sure to go into your settings and do a little tinkering if you prefer to decide for yourself what is 'rude'
This just sends the message that it's open seasoning on law enforcement!
BREAKING: JUSTICE DEPARTMENT EATS A LOSS IN 'SANDWICH GUY' CASE AS JURORS FIND DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
Jury acquits D.C. 'sandwich guy' charged with chucking a sub at a federal agent
Sean Dunn faced single misdemeanor offense after federal grand jurors refused to indict him on the felony charge sought by prosecutors.
www.nbcnews.com
November 6, 2025 at 8:02 PM
This just sends the message that it's open seasoning on law enforcement!
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The Jamaican government has allocated over $1 billion to provide grants and assistance for restoration, reconstruction, and relocation efforts. NOTE: the only legitimate government channel for aid is www.supportjamaica.gov.jm Verify that "gov.jm" is at the end of the url before donating to govt.
Support Jamaica – Official Disaster Relief & Recovery Portal
Join hands with the Government of Jamaica. Support national disaster relief, locate shelters,
and stay informed on Hurricane Melissa updates.
www.supportjamaica.gov.jm
November 5, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The Jamaican government has allocated over $1 billion to provide grants and assistance for restoration, reconstruction, and relocation efforts. NOTE: the only legitimate government channel for aid is www.supportjamaica.gov.jm Verify that "gov.jm" is at the end of the url before donating to govt.
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For 100 years, Egypt’s scientists have watched as their nation’s story was largely told by institutions from Europe and the United States, but tomorrow, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens to the public
go.nature.com/3JIBoM7
go.nature.com/3JIBoM7
Egypt is building a $1-billion mega-museum. Will it bring Egyptology home?
For 100 years, Egypt’s scientists have watched as their nation’s story was largely told by institutions from Europe and the United States. Can a stunning new museum change that narrative?
go.nature.com
November 3, 2025 at 11:47 AM
For 100 years, Egypt’s scientists have watched as their nation’s story was largely told by institutions from Europe and the United States, but tomorrow, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens to the public
go.nature.com/3JIBoM7
go.nature.com/3JIBoM7
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Last but not least, the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year was announced!
Wim van den Heever’s image of a brown hyena in an abandoned town won top prize ahead of our new exhibition opening.
Find out more about these impressive images 👇 (4/5)
www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/new...
Wim van den Heever’s image of a brown hyena in an abandoned town won top prize ahead of our new exhibition opening.
Find out more about these impressive images 👇 (4/5)
www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/new...
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 winning images | Natural History Museum
Wim van den Heever awarded the Grand Title for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61.
www.nhm.ac.uk
November 3, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Last but not least, the winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year was announced!
Wim van den Heever’s image of a brown hyena in an abandoned town won top prize ahead of our new exhibition opening.
Find out more about these impressive images 👇 (4/5)
www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/new...
Wim van den Heever’s image of a brown hyena in an abandoned town won top prize ahead of our new exhibition opening.
Find out more about these impressive images 👇 (4/5)
www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/new...
Zhuzh not lest ye be zhuzhed.
November 2, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Zhuzh not lest ye be zhuzhed.
What the actual...?
LAPD on horses charge at and beat guests standing in line to the Short Stop in Echo Park. @shoton35mm.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 1:59 PM
What the actual...?
It's a Porsche Tree Fifty Sticks.
Porsche 356 Speedster Wooden Display Model at No Reserve
No Reserve: Porsche 356 Speedster Wooden Display Model
Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: Porsche 356 Speedster Wooden Display Model at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #218,132.
bringatrailer.com
October 29, 2025 at 6:49 PM
It's a Porsche Tree Fifty Sticks.
Let's take a moment to appreciate the durability and tenacity of the Kingston Harbour cam.
October 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Let's take a moment to appreciate the durability and tenacity of the Kingston Harbour cam.
Happy Waking Up in Rivendell Day (and Very Hour) to all who celebrate!
October 24, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Happy Waking Up in Rivendell Day (and Very Hour) to all who celebrate!
'Scuse me while I cumph into something more slippable.
October 14, 2025 at 1:20 PM
'Scuse me while I cumph into something more slippable.
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Please remember that the disgust people have over Christopher Columbus is not based on some modern, 21st century “woke” ideology, but rather on contemporaneous accounts of atrocities that make many modern genocides appear quaint in comparison.
Below, are the accounts of Bartlomé de las Casas.
Below, are the accounts of Bartlomé de las Casas.
October 13, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Please remember that the disgust people have over Christopher Columbus is not based on some modern, 21st century “woke” ideology, but rather on contemporaneous accounts of atrocities that make many modern genocides appear quaint in comparison.
Below, are the accounts of Bartlomé de las Casas.
Below, are the accounts of Bartlomé de las Casas.
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sherman, for the love of god!
October 10, 2025 at 1:11 AM
sherman, for the love of god!
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Hey Toronto! And all my friends and compatriots in the GTA. I’ll be at @BenMcNallyBooks, 108 Queen St. E, on Thursday, Oct. 23rd (my birthday) to launch my memoir, Openly Karl. From 5 - 7 p.m. I’ll read and sign copies for you. Thanks @BenMcNallyBooks and thanks @BreakwaterBooksLtd
October 8, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Hey Toronto! And all my friends and compatriots in the GTA. I’ll be at @BenMcNallyBooks, 108 Queen St. E, on Thursday, Oct. 23rd (my birthday) to launch my memoir, Openly Karl. From 5 - 7 p.m. I’ll read and sign copies for you. Thanks @BenMcNallyBooks and thanks @BreakwaterBooksLtd
Quote posters who improve original posts are dreamers and visionaries who must be protected at all costs.
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I think people who quote post to improve your original post are my favorite people.
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October 2, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Quote posters who improve original posts are dreamers and visionaries who must be protected at all costs.
Quote post if you agree.
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Everyone else is doing it.
October 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Everyone else is doing it.
Today's fashion reminder: I can wear my wolf T-shirt OR my camouflage trackpants but I should not wear BOTH my wolf T-shirt and camouflage trackpants.
September 27, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Today's fashion reminder: I can wear my wolf T-shirt OR my camouflage trackpants but I should not wear BOTH my wolf T-shirt and camouflage trackpants.
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I get that the news cycle is packed right now, but I just heard from a colleague at the Smithsonian that this is fully a GIANT SQUID BEING EATEN BY A SPERM WHALE and it’s possibly the first ever confirmed video according to a friend at NOAA
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)
September 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
I get that the news cycle is packed right now, but I just heard from a colleague at the Smithsonian that this is fully a GIANT SQUID BEING EATEN BY A SPERM WHALE and it’s possibly the first ever confirmed video according to a friend at NOAA
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)