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Meridian's newest solar farm is being built on stolen Māori land www.nzherald.co.nz/northern-adv...
‘This is not restoration’: Māori leader challenges Ruakākā solar project
Dr Mere Kepa says the $227m project stands on ancestral Te Parawhau land.
www.nzherald.co.nz
November 10, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Meridian's newest solar farm is being built on stolen Māori land www.nzherald.co.nz/northern-adv...
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The thing about Mamdani is that he’s a talented politician but not otherworldly or one in a billion, he’s just a competent guy with popular ideas who ran against an entitled piece of shit and to me it’s a lot more optimistic to imagine 1000 campaigns like his than to view him as a unique phenomenon
November 11, 2025 at 1:42 AM
The thing about Mamdani is that he’s a talented politician but not otherworldly or one in a billion, he’s just a competent guy with popular ideas who ran against an entitled piece of shit and to me it’s a lot more optimistic to imagine 1000 campaigns like his than to view him as a unique phenomenon
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The nation’s semiquincentennial is upon us. In a year marked by political violence and fear, the prospects for a peaceful anniversary appear remote. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/a2fJKz
November 11, 2025 at 3:30 AM
The nation’s semiquincentennial is upon us. In a year marked by political violence and fear, the prospects for a peaceful anniversary appear remote. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/a2fJKz
Watch how government propaganda video techniques portray Chicago as a city at war with the feds: “Editing out the ‘tears and screams of the children and families’ helps DHS meet its goal of ‘normalizing’ the militaristic activity for the American public..." chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
Watch how government propaganda techniques portray Chicago as a city at war with the feds
The government’s social media storytelling doesn’t always match what’s happening across the city and suburbs. The diverging sources of information are creating “parallel universes," professor Nick Cul...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Watch how government propaganda video techniques portray Chicago as a city at war with the feds: “Editing out the ‘tears and screams of the children and families’ helps DHS meet its goal of ‘normalizing’ the militaristic activity for the American public..." chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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OSLO (The Borowitz Report)—The committee tasked with awarding next year’s Nobel Peace Prize will deduct points from any candidate who has denied people food, a Nobel spokesperson announced on Sunday.
OSLO (The Borowitz Report)—The committee tasked with awarding next year’s Nobel Peace Prize will deduct points from any candidate who has denied people food, a Nobel spokesperson announced on Sunday.
Nobel Peace Prize Committee Says It Takes Points Off if a Candidate Denies People Food
A Nobel spokesperson offered insight into the deliberative process.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:15 AM
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OSLO (The Borowitz Report)—The committee tasked with awarding next year’s Nobel Peace Prize will deduct points from any candidate who has denied people food, a Nobel spokesperson announced on Sunday.
OSLO (The Borowitz Report)—The committee tasked with awarding next year’s Nobel Peace Prize will deduct points from any candidate who has denied people food, a Nobel spokesperson announced on Sunday.
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Every time you capitulate to a bully, they'll come back at you twice as brutally.
If you didn't learn this life lesson in third grade, GTFO of the US Senate.
If you didn't learn this life lesson in third grade, GTFO of the US Senate.
November 10, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Every time you capitulate to a bully, they'll come back at you twice as brutally.
If you didn't learn this life lesson in third grade, GTFO of the US Senate.
If you didn't learn this life lesson in third grade, GTFO of the US Senate.
Hoiho (yellow-eyed penguin) is a taonga NZ species and national icon, but on the brink of extinction, facing threats like fishing bycatch, starvation, disease, and climate change. Fewer than 150 breeding pairs in mainland NZ; without urgent action, extinct in a few years only.one/act/save-the...
Protect Hoiho Penguins: Ensure Safe Passage
The hoiho, or yellow-eyed penguin, is a Taonga and national icon – so important that it appears on our five-dollar note. WWF-New Zealand and the Yellow-eyed Penguin Trust are calling for the strongest...
only.one
November 10, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Hoiho (yellow-eyed penguin) is a taonga NZ species and national icon, but on the brink of extinction, facing threats like fishing bycatch, starvation, disease, and climate change. Fewer than 150 breeding pairs in mainland NZ; without urgent action, extinct in a few years only.one/act/save-the...
Brutish, bullying, imperialistic: the Ugly American is back – Steven Greenhouse
Donald Trump is using US power to insert himself into other countries’ affairs, treating them as vassals www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Donald Trump is using US power to insert himself into other countries’ affairs, treating them as vassals www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Brutish, bullying, imperialistic: the Ugly American is back | Steven Greenhouse
Donald Trump is using US power to insert himself into other countries’ affairs, treating them as vassals
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Brutish, bullying, imperialistic: the Ugly American is back – Steven Greenhouse
Donald Trump is using US power to insert himself into other countries’ affairs, treating them as vassals www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Donald Trump is using US power to insert himself into other countries’ affairs, treating them as vassals www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Unrwa has the capacity and expertise to support a postwar Gaza. We want to help make this peace work – Philippe Lazzarini
With a ceasefire in place, rebuilding must begin, justice be delivered and healing seriously addressed by Palestinian and Israeli societies www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
With a ceasefire in place, rebuilding must begin, justice be delivered and healing seriously addressed by Palestinian and Israeli societies www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Unrwa has the capacity and expertise to support a postwar Gaza. We want to help make this peace work | Philippe Lazzarini
With a ceasefire in place, rebuilding must begin, justice be delivered and healing seriously addressed by Palestinian and Israeli societies, says the commissioner-general of Unrwa Philippe Lazzarini
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Unrwa has the capacity and expertise to support a postwar Gaza. We want to help make this peace work – Philippe Lazzarini
With a ceasefire in place, rebuilding must begin, justice be delivered and healing seriously addressed by Palestinian and Israeli societies www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
With a ceasefire in place, rebuilding must begin, justice be delivered and healing seriously addressed by Palestinian and Israeli societies www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
If you care about the BBC, stand up and defend it: this could be the beginning of the end – Polly Toynbee
Replacing the TV licence with a means-tested alternative may help disarm the right of one of its most effective weapons www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Replacing the TV licence with a means-tested alternative may help disarm the right of one of its most effective weapons www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
If you care about the BBC, stand up and defend it: this could be the beginning of the end | Polly Toynbee
Replacing the TV licence with a means-tested alternative may help disarm the right of one of its most effective weapons, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:11 PM
If you care about the BBC, stand up and defend it: this could be the beginning of the end – Polly Toynbee
Replacing the TV licence with a means-tested alternative may help disarm the right of one of its most effective weapons www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Replacing the TV licence with a means-tested alternative may help disarm the right of one of its most effective weapons www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
November 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
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This deal to reopen the government is fucking disgraceful.
Tens of millions will lose their healthcare. Trump will be emboldened.
This is exactly what’s wrong with Democratic Party leadership and why we need more people in Congress who will actually hold the line.
Tens of millions will lose their healthcare. Trump will be emboldened.
This is exactly what’s wrong with Democratic Party leadership and why we need more people in Congress who will actually hold the line.
November 10, 2025 at 12:43 PM
This deal to reopen the government is fucking disgraceful.
Tens of millions will lose their healthcare. Trump will be emboldened.
This is exactly what’s wrong with Democratic Party leadership and why we need more people in Congress who will actually hold the line.
Tens of millions will lose their healthcare. Trump will be emboldened.
This is exactly what’s wrong with Democratic Party leadership and why we need more people in Congress who will actually hold the line.
Type foundry F37 releases new font inspired by 1970s Holborn
To promote the release of its Holborn typeface, F37 reimagines shop signage around the central London district and published the results in a new book, designed in collaboration with Nomad Studio www.creativereview.co.uk/type-foundry...
To promote the release of its Holborn typeface, F37 reimagines shop signage around the central London district and published the results in a new book, designed in collaboration with Nomad Studio www.creativereview.co.uk/type-foundry...
Type foundry F37 releases new font inspired by 1970s Holborn
To promote the release of its Holborn typeface, F37 has reimagined shop signage around the central London district and published the results in a new book
www.creativereview.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Type foundry F37 releases new font inspired by 1970s Holborn
To promote the release of its Holborn typeface, F37 reimagines shop signage around the central London district and published the results in a new book, designed in collaboration with Nomad Studio www.creativereview.co.uk/type-foundry...
To promote the release of its Holborn typeface, F37 reimagines shop signage around the central London district and published the results in a new book, designed in collaboration with Nomad Studio www.creativereview.co.uk/type-foundry...
World leaders: take back our billions
Huge corporations hide billions that should be helping our communities. Time for fair, transparent tax rules and a robust tax convention that serve people, not megacorporations – crucial UN talks start TODAY secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
Huge corporations hide billions that should be helping our communities. Time for fair, transparent tax rules and a robust tax convention that serve people, not megacorporations – crucial UN talks start TODAY secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
We want our billions back!
Our support can help leaders stay strong against corporations
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November 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
World leaders: take back our billions
Huge corporations hide billions that should be helping our communities. Time for fair, transparent tax rules and a robust tax convention that serve people, not megacorporations – crucial UN talks start TODAY secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
Huge corporations hide billions that should be helping our communities. Time for fair, transparent tax rules and a robust tax convention that serve people, not megacorporations – crucial UN talks start TODAY secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
Te reo Māori isn’t a political problem – it’s the public service’s greatest opportunity – Vincent Olsen-Reeder
While politicians rehash old debates, the rest of the country is quietly becoming bilingual – and our public service needs to catch up thespinoff.co.nz/atea/10-11-2...
While politicians rehash old debates, the rest of the country is quietly becoming bilingual – and our public service needs to catch up thespinoff.co.nz/atea/10-11-2...
Te reo Māori isn’t a political problem – it’s the public service’s greatest opportunity
The average New Zealander shouldn’t accept a public service that literally cannot speak to all citizens.
thespinoff.co.nz
November 10, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Te reo Māori isn’t a political problem – it’s the public service’s greatest opportunity – Vincent Olsen-Reeder
While politicians rehash old debates, the rest of the country is quietly becoming bilingual – and our public service needs to catch up thespinoff.co.nz/atea/10-11-2...
While politicians rehash old debates, the rest of the country is quietly becoming bilingual – and our public service needs to catch up thespinoff.co.nz/atea/10-11-2...
Those making decisions on our behalf should be guided by evidence, respect, and care for the wellbeing of all NZers – Deputy PM David Seymour and former Deputy PM Winston Peters have spread disinformation, harassed others, and sown division for political gain our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/lu...
PM Luxon: Uphold Codes of Conduct - Call David Seymour into line
Responsible leaders welcome advice from experts when they are creating laws and policies. They know good decision making means planning for the long term, considering diverse points of view and making...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Those making decisions on our behalf should be guided by evidence, respect, and care for the wellbeing of all NZers – Deputy PM David Seymour and former Deputy PM Winston Peters have spread disinformation, harassed others, and sown division for political gain our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/lu...
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"For every person arrested whose name and story we’ve learned, there are thousands we haven’t heard about." @caitlindickerson.bsky.social via @theatlantic.com ⬇️
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
Hundreds of Thousands of Anonymous Deportees
Amid the president’s fast-moving deportation campaign, the stories of most people being swept up are missed.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:26 PM
"For every person arrested whose name and story we’ve learned, there are thousands we haven’t heard about." @caitlindickerson.bsky.social via @theatlantic.com ⬇️
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
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November 9, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Lest we forget: One single day to remember New Zealand’s horrific abuse in care
Lest we forget: One single day to remember New Zealand’s horrific abuse in care
'Most New Zealanders will probably just head to work on November 12, unaware that the day of reflection is even happening.'...
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November 9, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Lest we forget: One single day to remember New Zealand’s horrific abuse in care
YouTube Removed Hundreds of Videos of Israeli Human Rights Violations to Comply With Trump Sanctions
“YouTube is being complicit in silencing the voices of Palestinian victims,” – spokesperson for Palestinian Center for Human Rights, whose channel was deleted www.commondreams.org/news/youtube...
“YouTube is being complicit in silencing the voices of Palestinian victims,” – spokesperson for Palestinian Center for Human Rights, whose channel was deleted www.commondreams.org/news/youtube...
YouTube Removed Hundreds of Videos of Israeli Human Rights Violations to Comply With Trump Sanctions | Common Dreams
In compliance with Trump's sanctions, YouTube has deleted the accounts of three Palestinian human rights groups, removing hundreds of videos that documented Israel's human rights violations.
www.commondreams.org
November 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
YouTube Removed Hundreds of Videos of Israeli Human Rights Violations to Comply With Trump Sanctions
“YouTube is being complicit in silencing the voices of Palestinian victims,” – spokesperson for Palestinian Center for Human Rights, whose channel was deleted www.commondreams.org/news/youtube...
“YouTube is being complicit in silencing the voices of Palestinian victims,” – spokesperson for Palestinian Center for Human Rights, whose channel was deleted www.commondreams.org/news/youtube...
Protect OpenAI's non-profit mission
Sam Altman wants to join Musk and Zuckerberg – OpenAI was created to develop AI to benefit humanity; it's non-profit. But Altman and cronies want to make it for-profit. The last thing we need is more tech billionaires action.eko.org/a/protect-op...
Sam Altman wants to join Musk and Zuckerberg – OpenAI was created to develop AI to benefit humanity; it's non-profit. But Altman and cronies want to make it for-profit. The last thing we need is more tech billionaires action.eko.org/a/protect-op...
Protect OpenAI's non-profit mission
Elon Musk is basically running the US (into the ground). Mark Zuckerberg's net worth went up by $5.8 billion in a single day and his company Meta is a hotbed of lies and hate that is poisoning our soc
action.eko.org
November 9, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Protect OpenAI's non-profit mission
Sam Altman wants to join Musk and Zuckerberg – OpenAI was created to develop AI to benefit humanity; it's non-profit. But Altman and cronies want to make it for-profit. The last thing we need is more tech billionaires action.eko.org/a/protect-op...
Sam Altman wants to join Musk and Zuckerberg – OpenAI was created to develop AI to benefit humanity; it's non-profit. But Altman and cronies want to make it for-profit. The last thing we need is more tech billionaires action.eko.org/a/protect-op...
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Cartoon by @rubenbolling.bsky.social.
November 9, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Cartoon by @rubenbolling.bsky.social.
The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack. With these resignations, it has given in, writes Jane Martinson
The corporation should have stood up to the Telegraph, Trump and the Tories. Now, its enemies know how little it takes for it to fold www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The corporation should have stood up to the Telegraph, Trump and the Tories. Now, its enemies know how little it takes for it to fold www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack. With these resignations, it has given in | Jane Martinson
The corporation should have stood up to the Telegraph, Trump and the Tories. Now, its enemies know how little it takes for it to fold, says Jane Martinson, professor of financial journalism
www.theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack. With these resignations, it has given in, writes Jane Martinson
The corporation should have stood up to the Telegraph, Trump and the Tories. Now, its enemies know how little it takes for it to fold www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The corporation should have stood up to the Telegraph, Trump and the Tories. Now, its enemies know how little it takes for it to fold www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...