@beatekubitz.bsky.social
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wow, this data collection by @ketanjoshi.co: ketanjoshi.co/2025/05/23/d...
eg Amazon power consumption is higher now than each of 150 countries on this list en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...
…higher than New Zealand, Belarus, Nigeria, Denmark, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Serbia, Libya & 145 more countries
eg Amazon power consumption is higher now than each of 150 countries on this list en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...
…higher than New Zealand, Belarus, Nigeria, Denmark, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Serbia, Libya & 145 more countries
May 26, 2025 at 8:32 PM
wow, this data collection by @ketanjoshi.co: ketanjoshi.co/2025/05/23/d...
eg Amazon power consumption is higher now than each of 150 countries on this list en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...
…higher than New Zealand, Belarus, Nigeria, Denmark, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Serbia, Libya & 145 more countries
eg Amazon power consumption is higher now than each of 150 countries on this list en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...
…higher than New Zealand, Belarus, Nigeria, Denmark, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Serbia, Libya & 145 more countries
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⚡️🔋🔌 Witkar was an electric, shared mobility scheme half a century ago in Amsterdam
⭕️ Why didn’t it last?
⭕️ Was it a failure?
⭕️ What can we learn?
⭕️ So many questions!
@liorsteinberg.bsky.social
@beatekubitz.bsky.social
@humankindcity.bsky.social
www.itsinternational.com/feature/witk...
⭕️ Why didn’t it last?
⭕️ Was it a failure?
⭕️ What can we learn?
⭕️ So many questions!
@liorsteinberg.bsky.social
@beatekubitz.bsky.social
@humankindcity.bsky.social
www.itsinternational.com/feature/witk...
Witkar in Amsterdam: same old, same old
An electric, shared mobility scheme in a major European city? Nothing remarkable about that - except this one started half a century ago. Beate Kubitz traces the history of Witkar
www.itsinternational.com
April 25, 2025 at 8:41 AM
⚡️🔋🔌 Witkar was an electric, shared mobility scheme half a century ago in Amsterdam
⭕️ Why didn’t it last?
⭕️ Was it a failure?
⭕️ What can we learn?
⭕️ So many questions!
@liorsteinberg.bsky.social
@beatekubitz.bsky.social
@humankindcity.bsky.social
www.itsinternational.com/feature/witk...
⭕️ Why didn’t it last?
⭕️ Was it a failure?
⭕️ What can we learn?
⭕️ So many questions!
@liorsteinberg.bsky.social
@beatekubitz.bsky.social
@humankindcity.bsky.social
www.itsinternational.com/feature/witk...
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🔥 OBAMA: “IMAGINE IF I HAD DONE ANY OF THIS… I say this not on a partisan basis. This has to do with something more precious — who are we as a country, and what values do we stand for?” 🇺🇸
April 4, 2025 at 11:55 PM
🔥 OBAMA: “IMAGINE IF I HAD DONE ANY OF THIS… I say this not on a partisan basis. This has to do with something more precious — who are we as a country, and what values do we stand for?” 🇺🇸
Rude not to… perfect combination of reading matter and TGV this evening. Looking forward to whether
@garethdennis.bsky.social rates SNCF as highly as I do
@garethdennis.bsky.social rates SNCF as highly as I do
April 2, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Rude not to… perfect combination of reading matter and TGV this evening. Looking forward to whether
@garethdennis.bsky.social rates SNCF as highly as I do
@garethdennis.bsky.social rates SNCF as highly as I do
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Full story below.
“The reporting has revealed an additional grave, previously unknown security breach at the highest levels in Washington. Hostile intelligence services could use this publicly available data to hack the communications of those affected by installing spyware on their devices.“
“The reporting has revealed an additional grave, previously unknown security breach at the highest levels in Washington. Hostile intelligence services could use this publicly available data to hack the communications of those affected by installing spyware on their devices.“
Hegseth, Waltz, Gabbard: Private Data and Passwords of Senior U.S. Security Officials Found Online
Donald Trump's most important security advisers used Signal to discuss an imminent military strike. Now, reporting by DER SPIEGEL has found that the contact data of some of those officials, including ...
www.spiegel.de
March 26, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Full story below.
“The reporting has revealed an additional grave, previously unknown security breach at the highest levels in Washington. Hostile intelligence services could use this publicly available data to hack the communications of those affected by installing spyware on their devices.“
“The reporting has revealed an additional grave, previously unknown security breach at the highest levels in Washington. Hostile intelligence services could use this publicly available data to hack the communications of those affected by installing spyware on their devices.“
At last. Someone else who cares about the fourth power of axle weight. I thought I was alone in the universe…
Britain’s pothole problem is driven more by heavy vehicles than heavy traffic | Letter www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Britain’s pothole problem is driven more by heavy vehicles than heavy traffic | Letter www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Britain’s pothole problem is driven more by heavy vehicles than heavy traffic | Letter
Letter: Cllr Richard Robertson says flaws in poorly maintained roads develop faster with heavier cars and calls for a rethink of road tax
www.theguardian.com
March 22, 2025 at 10:53 PM
At last. Someone else who cares about the fourth power of axle weight. I thought I was alone in the universe…
Britain’s pothole problem is driven more by heavy vehicles than heavy traffic | Letter www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Britain’s pothole problem is driven more by heavy vehicles than heavy traffic | Letter www.theguardian.com/business/202...
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New post just out
Ten books to help understand the world we're now in.
Five recommendations on the US/Trump/Musk and five on Europe and the rest of the world.
(This one is free to read)
open.substack.com/pub/samf/p/t...
Ten books to help understand the world we're now in.
Five recommendations on the US/Trump/Musk and five on Europe and the rest of the world.
(This one is free to read)
open.substack.com/pub/samf/p/t...
Ten books to understand the world we're now in
Trump’s second term is on track to be more damaging than his first.
open.substack.com
March 16, 2025 at 8:59 AM
New post just out
Ten books to help understand the world we're now in.
Five recommendations on the US/Trump/Musk and five on Europe and the rest of the world.
(This one is free to read)
open.substack.com/pub/samf/p/t...
Ten books to help understand the world we're now in.
Five recommendations on the US/Trump/Musk and five on Europe and the rest of the world.
(This one is free to read)
open.substack.com/pub/samf/p/t...
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I hope you enjoyed that look at the McKinley Tariffs and the impact on Canada.
If you enjoy my Canadian history content, you can support my work with a donation at 👇
www.buymeacoffee.com/craigu
*sources in next post*
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If you enjoy my Canadian history content, you can support my work with a donation at 👇
www.buymeacoffee.com/craigu
*sources in next post*
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Craig Baird is creating Canadian history content
Hello!Bringing Canadian history to people is my full-time job through my podcast Canadian History Ehx, and on social media.I love Canadian history and I share my passion with my listeners and viewers.
www.buymeacoffee.com
March 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
I hope you enjoyed that look at the McKinley Tariffs and the impact on Canada.
If you enjoy my Canadian history content, you can support my work with a donation at 👇
www.buymeacoffee.com/craigu
*sources in next post*
🧵10/10
If you enjoy my Canadian history content, you can support my work with a donation at 👇
www.buymeacoffee.com/craigu
*sources in next post*
🧵10/10
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"Sucking up to Trump...is the worst possible thing to do."
"The only way to deal with bullies is to stand up to them."
These five minutes from Malcolm Turnbull are a must-watch. Recorded in June last year as part of our Joe Stiglitz tour. #auspol
"The only way to deal with bullies is to stand up to them."
These five minutes from Malcolm Turnbull are a must-watch. Recorded in June last year as part of our Joe Stiglitz tour. #auspol
How to deal with Trump: former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull
YouTube video by The Australia Institute
youtu.be
March 5, 2025 at 5:34 AM
"Sucking up to Trump...is the worst possible thing to do."
"The only way to deal with bullies is to stand up to them."
These five minutes from Malcolm Turnbull are a must-watch. Recorded in June last year as part of our Joe Stiglitz tour. #auspol
"The only way to deal with bullies is to stand up to them."
These five minutes from Malcolm Turnbull are a must-watch. Recorded in June last year as part of our Joe Stiglitz tour. #auspol
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Churchill visiting the WH in 1942, during wartime, not wearing a suit
March 1, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Churchill visiting the WH in 1942, during wartime, not wearing a suit
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former leader of Reform UK in Wales has appeared in court accused of accepting bribes in exchange for making statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia, a court has heard
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
former leader of Reform UK in Wales has appeared in court accused of accepting bribes in exchange for making statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia, a court has heard
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Ex-Reform UK Wales leader accused of taking Russian bribes
The ex-MEP and former UKIP Wales leader made favourable statements about Russia for money, a court hears.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 24, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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former leader of Reform UK in Wales has appeared in court accused of accepting bribes in exchange for making statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia, a court has heard
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
former leader of Reform UK in Wales has appeared in court accused of accepting bribes in exchange for making statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia, a court has heard
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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After one year of the Bradford clean air / low emission zone, GP visits for breathing and heart problems were down by a quarter.
My latest for @theguardian.com.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
My latest for @theguardian.com.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Bradford clean air zone saves NHS over £30,000 a month in first year
After one year of the zone, which is the second largest in England, GP visits for respiratory illnesses were down by a quarter
www.theguardian.com
February 7, 2025 at 9:38 AM
After one year of the Bradford clean air / low emission zone, GP visits for breathing and heart problems were down by a quarter.
My latest for @theguardian.com.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
My latest for @theguardian.com.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Heavy vehicles should pay for potholes? As there’s an exponential relationship between weight and wear this seems like a no-brainer…
The answer (in part) = “Dutch drivers pay far more tax if they have a heavier car. The idea is to penalise those vehicles which most contribute to causing the potholes to help pay for the roads.”
How the Netherlands eradicated the pothole
Taxes on heavy cars ensure Dutch roads are among the smoothest in the world
www.telegraph.co.uk
January 29, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Heavy vehicles should pay for potholes? As there’s an exponential relationship between weight and wear this seems like a no-brainer…
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It's not finished. This is just the outline. But I wrote about why North England is poor. Which it really really is. tomforth.co.uk/whynorthengl...
Why North England is poor.
And why Thatcher is partly to blame, but not in the way most people argue.
tomforth.co.uk
January 23, 2025 at 11:19 PM
It's not finished. This is just the outline. But I wrote about why North England is poor. Which it really really is. tomforth.co.uk/whynorthengl...
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Excellent work by @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk pointing out the impact on disabled people’s mobility and the limitations of the newly released statutory guidelines which should be altered to clarify the very low fire risk posed by legal, unmodified Electric Assist Pedal Cycles used as mobility aids.
We are very regularly asked about e-bike battery safety, as it strikes at the heart of #ActiveTravel, #DisabilityCycling, and #RoadSafety. The Gov has recently released new statutory guidelines. Our full position statement, broadly in favour, is here: wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/wheels-for-w...
January 24, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Excellent work by @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk pointing out the impact on disabled people’s mobility and the limitations of the newly released statutory guidelines which should be altered to clarify the very low fire risk posed by legal, unmodified Electric Assist Pedal Cycles used as mobility aids.
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Who could have predicted www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Private school run in south London linked to 27% rise in air pollution
Campaigners say pollution levels in street in Herne Hill were far higher when private schools were open
www.theguardian.com
January 14, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Who could have predicted www.theguardian.com/education/20...
UK transport is changing! In this webinar we discuss the new Buses Bill & local government reform - and how that is an opportunity to reconnect rural communities by bus. It was one of the busiest & most positive Q&As I’ve chaired and I came away optimistic!
youtu.be/wMGBDnW0Lxk
youtu.be/wMGBDnW0Lxk
Redesigning Rural Bus Networks - Can Franchising Work in Rural Areas?
YouTube video by Landor LINKS LIVE
youtu.be
January 14, 2025 at 6:23 AM
UK transport is changing! In this webinar we discuss the new Buses Bill & local government reform - and how that is an opportunity to reconnect rural communities by bus. It was one of the busiest & most positive Q&As I’ve chaired and I came away optimistic!
youtu.be/wMGBDnW0Lxk
youtu.be/wMGBDnW0Lxk
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Here's a sneak peak at what we've learned so far from our survey!
A new blog post from Dr Elena Alyavina digs into the question of what Leeds residents would find most difficult to do without a car.
Read more here: in-fuze.org.uk/leeds-reside...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds
A new blog post from Dr Elena Alyavina digs into the question of what Leeds residents would find most difficult to do without a car.
Read more here: in-fuze.org.uk/leeds-reside...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds
What journeys are most difficult without a car in Leeds
Leeds residents tell us what journeys would be most difficult without a car in response to our Call to Action survey
in-fuze.org.uk
January 13, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Here's a sneak peak at what we've learned so far from our survey!
A new blog post from Dr Elena Alyavina digs into the question of what Leeds residents would find most difficult to do without a car.
Read more here: in-fuze.org.uk/leeds-reside...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds
A new blog post from Dr Elena Alyavina digs into the question of what Leeds residents would find most difficult to do without a car.
Read more here: in-fuze.org.uk/leeds-reside...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds
Ok I’ve just been called out for not alt texting. To be clear I thought I had so I’d appreciate feedback. Can anyone else detect the text I entered? This is what I did to the previous image so I’m just checking that I’ve done it correctly.
January 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Ok I’ve just been called out for not alt texting. To be clear I thought I had so I’d appreciate feedback. Can anyone else detect the text I entered? This is what I did to the previous image so I’m just checking that I’ve done it correctly.
My friend in #Paris has just texted me her latest street update ❤️❤️❤️
@tricyclemayor.bsky.social I’d say this is another bit of enabling active travel infra
@tricyclemayor.bsky.social I’d say this is another bit of enabling active travel infra
January 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
My friend in #Paris has just texted me her latest street update ❤️❤️❤️
@tricyclemayor.bsky.social I’d say this is another bit of enabling active travel infra
@tricyclemayor.bsky.social I’d say this is another bit of enabling active travel infra
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"I’m willing to pay literally any amount of money, just so long as I don’t have to pay a fixed, reasonable amount of money in taxes regularly."
I Will Pay Any Amount to Not Pay My Taxes
I’ve gotten myself into a bit of a jam. A series of natural disasters is barreling towards my home, and there is a severe shortage of resources and...
www.mcsweeneys.net
January 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM
"I’m willing to pay literally any amount of money, just so long as I don’t have to pay a fixed, reasonable amount of money in taxes regularly."
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In the conversations that are starting about the slow-motion collapse of the insurance industry, I hope journalists don't lose sight of the core reason: massive increases in risk from #climatechange.
We're reaping the consequences of politicians failing to heed decades of warnings from scientists.
We're reaping the consequences of politicians failing to heed decades of warnings from scientists.
January 10, 2025 at 6:05 AM
In the conversations that are starting about the slow-motion collapse of the insurance industry, I hope journalists don't lose sight of the core reason: massive increases in risk from #climatechange.
We're reaping the consequences of politicians failing to heed decades of warnings from scientists.
We're reaping the consequences of politicians failing to heed decades of warnings from scientists.
Will insurance save us? Whilst politicians put their fingers in their ears / wilfully deny climate change, insurance companies are starting to hand back risk to governments. Staring down the barrel of massive budgetary black holes, will we see politicians jump?
In Florida, the state-backed insurer of last resort is already in trouble, after a couple of climate-boosted hurricanes. They're now considering passing the bill on to the US federal level: edition.cnn.com/2024/10/11/b...
Florida’s home insurer of last resort is in serious trouble. Will Milton put it over the edge? | CNN Business
Even before Hurricane Helene and Milton made landfall in Florida, many homeowners were between rock and a hard place when it came to insuring their properties.
edition.cnn.com
January 11, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Will insurance save us? Whilst politicians put their fingers in their ears / wilfully deny climate change, insurance companies are starting to hand back risk to governments. Staring down the barrel of massive budgetary black holes, will we see politicians jump?
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I like the approach from @tricyclemayor.bsky.social on frictions between transport users and new infrastructure, "Whilst the very existence of friction is uncomfortable and may make us desire the status quo, it is necessary to ...address frictions to ensure active travel futures are inclusive."
A superb short piece from our Trustee @tricyclemayor.bsky.social on the essential need to manage ‘access frictions’ alongside inclusion needs in inclusive design. Prescient and considered in light of current discussions on bus stop bypasses. Please read and consider sharing! doi.org/10.1111/newe...
Disabled people's access needs in transport decarbonisation
Click on the article title to read more.
doi.org
January 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
I like the approach from @tricyclemayor.bsky.social on frictions between transport users and new infrastructure, "Whilst the very existence of friction is uncomfortable and may make us desire the status quo, it is necessary to ...address frictions to ensure active travel futures are inclusive."
This is going to be absolutely excellent. The Buses Bill could unlock integrated networks in rural areas. I’m excited to hear how franchising could enable working rural transport services combining bus, rail & DRT
www.transportxtra.com/tx-events/27...
www.transportxtra.com/tx-events/27...
Redesigning Rural Bus Networks - Can Franchising Work in Rural Areas? | Webinar
10.30 - 12.00 Lessons learned from integrated networks from the UK and Europe
www.transportxtra.com
January 3, 2025 at 12:01 PM
This is going to be absolutely excellent. The Buses Bill could unlock integrated networks in rural areas. I’m excited to hear how franchising could enable working rural transport services combining bus, rail & DRT
www.transportxtra.com/tx-events/27...
www.transportxtra.com/tx-events/27...