Crawford Kilian
@crof.bsky.social
Retired college teacher, recovering novelist. Born 1941 (CO2: 310 ppm). Still doing journalism and walking the dog. I've been writing for @thetyee.ca for over 20 years.
One venue, two speeches – how Mark Carney left Donald Trump in the dust in Davos
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One venue, two speeches – how Mark Carney left Donald Trump in the dust in Davos
The speeches delivered by the Canadian prime minister and the US president presented a stark contrast in style and substance.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:24 PM
One venue, two speeches – how Mark Carney left Donald Trump in the dust in Davos
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The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means
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The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means
Like living beyond your financial means, using more water than nature can replenish can have catastrophic results.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:18 PM
The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means
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Le Canada possède ce que le monde recherche et, en cette période de bouleversements, nous sommes un partenaire solide et fiable, qui a l'ambition de bâtir.
Au Forum économique mondial, j’ai rencontré des chefs d'entreprise de divers secteurs et pays qui veulent bâtir avec nous.
Au Forum économique mondial, j’ai rencontré des chefs d'entreprise de divers secteurs et pays qui veulent bâtir avec nous.
January 21, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Le Canada possède ce que le monde recherche et, en cette période de bouleversements, nous sommes un partenaire solide et fiable, qui a l'ambition de bâtir.
Au Forum économique mondial, j’ai rencontré des chefs d'entreprise de divers secteurs et pays qui veulent bâtir avec nous.
Au Forum économique mondial, j’ai rencontré des chefs d'entreprise de divers secteurs et pays qui veulent bâtir avec nous.
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Every country bordered by a possibly hostile large nation that has been an ally or at least not openly aggressive should have deterrence by force and defence collaboration in place in today’s world.
Finland is prepared for almost everything.
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Finland is prepared for almost everything.
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Military models Canadian response to hypothetical American invasion
Armed Forces envision insurgency tactics like those used by Afghan mujahedeen, sources say. But officials and experts stress a U.S. operation is unlikely, and the scenarios are conceptual
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January 20, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Every country bordered by a possibly hostile large nation that has been an ally or at least not openly aggressive should have deterrence by force and defence collaboration in place in today’s world.
Finland is prepared for almost everything.
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Finland is prepared for almost everything.
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story
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Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story
Antibiotics transformed health care for the better, but their diminishing effectiveness may soon be its undoing. Researchers are studying ways to fight back against resistance.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story
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Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance
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Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance
While federal immigrant agents need to produce a judicial warrant to enter a classroom, they can freely operate in public spaces at and around schools.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance
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The EPA is easing pollution rules under Trump. Here's how it's affecting Texas. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/21/t...
How the EPA’s easing of pollution rules affects Texas
As President Trump marks one year back in office, his EPA has proposed rolling back key air and climate protections, which experts say has already begun to strain Texas’s air quality and public health...
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January 21, 2026 at 5:26 PM
The EPA is easing pollution rules under Trump. Here's how it's affecting Texas. www.texastribune.org/2026/01/21/t...
Mark Carney just shook up the world www.nationalobserver.com/2026/01/20/o...
Mark Carney just shook up the world
His speech in Davos might be the most important one ever delivered by a Canadian prime minister. Its consequences will determine his place in history — and ours.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Mark Carney just shook up the world www.nationalobserver.com/2026/01/20/o...
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Minnesota physicians on ICE presence in hospitals
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January 21, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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I truly hope you or your loved ones are not among the people who are suffering or experiencing a worse outcome while waiting for care in an Alberta ER and/or hospitals.
However, if you are/were, please consider sharing your experience - use the form at the bottom of this story.
#AbHealth #AbLeg
However, if you are/were, please consider sharing your experience - use the form at the bottom of this story.
#AbHealth #AbLeg
Minister says Alberta emergency room deaths and poor outcomes are exceptions to the norm | CBC News
As Alberta doctors raise red flags about seeing what they say are delays in emergency room care, the province’s hospitals minister says he doesn’t think cases that the doctors have recently highlighte...
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January 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM
It's a Brutal Flu Year. Why Are Canadians Shunning Vaccinations? via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
It’s a Brutal Flu Year. Why Are Canadians Shunning Vaccinations? | The Tyee
Here’s what we learned from our research on Alberta families.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:20 PM
It's a Brutal Flu Year. Why Are Canadians Shunning Vaccinations? via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
Concord Stalls Plan to Fill Its Hole in Vancouver's Heart via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026...
Concord Stalls Plan to Fill Its Hole in Vancouver’s Heart | The Tyee
The global mega-developer that built up False Creek’s shores again holds back the finishing piece.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Concord Stalls Plan to Fill Its Hole in Vancouver's Heart via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026...
Canada Should Get Creative to Reduce Bridge Suicides via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/News/2026/01...
Canada Should Get Creative to Reduce Bridge Suicides | The Tyee
One Fraser River bridge will get crisis call boxes following a harrowing incident. Stacy Ashton says that’s not enough.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Canada Should Get Creative to Reduce Bridge Suicides via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/News/2026/01...
