Douglas
@finnatic.bsky.social
May be in Ankh-Morpork or Kirikiriroa, Aotearoa Middle Zealand
"Sweet dreams every once in a while"
"Sweet dreams every once in a while"
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There is growing interest in having control of your computing and your data. Many people have been posting their stories of moving off Microsoft, Google, Apple, and Amazon software platforms. This is a wide ranging discussion about the why and how of doing that.👇
#NZPOL #DigitalSovereignty
#NZPOL #DigitalSovereignty
Recorded Webinar: Sovereign computers, software and servers for home and office.
I was invited by my friend @Karaitiana Taiuru to do this webinar on sovereign computing. It is for a general audience who are interested in shifting away from multinational IT companies for their co...
te-ara-paerangi.community
November 11, 2025 at 3:42 AM
There is growing interest in having control of your computing and your data. Many people have been posting their stories of moving off Microsoft, Google, Apple, and Amazon software platforms. This is a wide ranging discussion about the why and how of doing that.👇
#NZPOL #DigitalSovereignty
#NZPOL #DigitalSovereignty
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a few months ago I said "having generative AI handle absolutely anything with regards to healthcare is a nightmare and should be banned" and a bunch of people made fun of me and called me stupid. anyways,
November 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
a few months ago I said "having generative AI handle absolutely anything with regards to healthcare is a nightmare and should be banned" and a bunch of people made fun of me and called me stupid. anyways,
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For anyone passionate about The Huia or commuter rail, Waikato Regional Council are looking for feedback on the service. Open to anyone. Share it around #nzpol #transit #nz yourvoicematters.waikatoregion.govt.nz/future-of-te...
Future of Te Huia
The Te Huia passenger rail service has been operating between Waikato and Auckland since 2021. Whether you have travelled on Te Huia or not, we want to hear your thoughts about the service and what it...
yourvoicematters.waikatoregion.govt.nz
November 10, 2025 at 1:52 AM
For anyone passionate about The Huia or commuter rail, Waikato Regional Council are looking for feedback on the service. Open to anyone. Share it around #nzpol #transit #nz yourvoicematters.waikatoregion.govt.nz/future-of-te...
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In fact, I think a truly mature conversation would actually assess some of our many past asset sales and consider whether re-nationalising some of those assets might be in the country's interest.
But that's definitely not the conversation he wants.
But that's definitely not the conversation he wants.
NZ needs to have a ‘mature conversation’ about selling state assets, PM says
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has indicated asset sales could be included in National’s manifesto for the 2026 election.
www.stuff.co.nz
November 10, 2025 at 2:51 AM
In fact, I think a truly mature conversation would actually assess some of our many past asset sales and consider whether re-nationalising some of those assets might be in the country's interest.
But that's definitely not the conversation he wants.
But that's definitely not the conversation he wants.
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Luxon thinks we need a "mature conversation" about selling state assets... But I don't think he really means that, because a mature conversation would look at the history of failure and the shortsighted focus on profit ahead of public interest.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
November 10, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Luxon thinks we need a "mature conversation" about selling state assets... But I don't think he really means that, because a mature conversation would look at the history of failure and the shortsighted focus on profit ahead of public interest.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
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I agree with the position that we need the Social media platforms to regulate themselves - or if they don't, that we regulate them. Requiring proof of identity doesn't fix the problem - it just makes us more the product than service users.
I'm in the minority here, I know, but I don't think this move is the right thing to do about online safety (at least, as a first - and only - step).
#nzpol
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon 'deeply supportive' of social media ban for under 16s
The government is looking at the Australian model and other bans with a view to introducing legislation before next year's election, Christopher Luxon says.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 9, 2025 at 10:27 PM
I agree with the position that we need the Social media platforms to regulate themselves - or if they don't, that we regulate them. Requiring proof of identity doesn't fix the problem - it just makes us more the product than service users.
Mandani is gonna implement the Schuyler sister’s law - people will look around, look around and marvel at how lucky they are to be alive right now as history is happenin’ in Manhattan …
Mamdani is gonna implement Shihad law. Clocks WILL go back in the winter, whether they like it or not
Mamdani is gonna implement shakshuka law. Everyone gets distributed a delicious pan of simmering tomatoes, onions, garlic, spices, and gently poached eggs, which they get as state-sponsored breakfast.
November 9, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Mandani is gonna implement the Schuyler sister’s law - people will look around, look around and marvel at how lucky they are to be alive right now as history is happenin’ in Manhattan …
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Aotearoa: disaster occurs --> local marae opens its doors to the victims. Every. Single. Time.
The fire on Tongariro National Park has grown to 1,600 hectares and remains uncontrolled, and Ngāti Rangi has opened their marae in Raetihi to support affected communities.
Iwi offer shelter as firefighters battle uncontrolled forest fire on Tongariro
The fire on Tongariro National Park has grown to 1,600 hectares and remains uncontrolled, and Ngāti Rangi has opened their marae in Raetihi to support affected communities.
www.teaonews.co.nz
November 9, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Aotearoa: disaster occurs --> local marae opens its doors to the victims. Every. Single. Time.
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A Sharon Begley byline, almost 5 years after her death.
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
James Watson, dead at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers
James Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA who died Thursday at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers.
www.statnews.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:39 PM
A Sharon Begley byline, almost 5 years after her death.
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
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pre-writing a devastating obituary for your enemy is god-tier hating of a kind you don’t often see anymore. renaissance haterism. beautiful stuff.
A Sharon Begley byline, almost 5 years after her death.
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
James Watson, dead at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers
James Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA who died Thursday at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers.
www.statnews.com
November 9, 2025 at 12:55 AM
pre-writing a devastating obituary for your enemy is god-tier hating of a kind you don’t often see anymore. renaissance haterism. beautiful stuff.
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"All right, class, who knows what Watson and Crick discovered?"
"Rosalind Franklin's notes."
"That's correct."
"Rosalind Franklin's notes."
"That's correct."
November 7, 2025 at 8:57 PM
"All right, class, who knows what Watson and Crick discovered?"
"Rosalind Franklin's notes."
"That's correct."
"Rosalind Franklin's notes."
"That's correct."
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When you hear vermin do you think of bugs or rodents?
November 6, 2025 at 9:54 PM
When you hear vermin do you think of bugs or rodents?
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Growing concerned that Boo Boo might be the world's most photogenic kitten.
November 6, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Growing concerned that Boo Boo might be the world's most photogenic kitten.
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"Europeans recognize his vision about free public transit and universal childcare. We expect our governments to make these kinds of services accessible to all of us,” said Verbeek. “We pay higher taxes and get civilized societies in return."
Europeans recognize Zohran Mamdani’s supposedly radical policies as ‘normal’
Critics of New York City’s mayor-elect have said his pledges of free bus service and universal childcare are unrealistic, but in Europe it’s a given
www.theguardian.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:05 PM
"Europeans recognize his vision about free public transit and universal childcare. We expect our governments to make these kinds of services accessible to all of us,” said Verbeek. “We pay higher taxes and get civilized societies in return."
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Took the cats out for a walk with my brother and accidentally created a 90s Britpop album cover
November 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Took the cats out for a walk with my brother and accidentally created a 90s Britpop album cover
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Can we please call this what it is, r*pe of a child?
I mean what’s a little plea deal on a Thursday afternoon
November 6, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Can we please call this what it is, r*pe of a child?
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An Antarctica story.
Once upon a time in Club 90 South, an inebriated apprentice from Wyoming revealed a family fact. One that, at other times, might be an amusing "degrees of separation" bon mot. However the key to wit and humor is not just timing, but reading the room.
He did not.
Once upon a time in Club 90 South, an inebriated apprentice from Wyoming revealed a family fact. One that, at other times, might be an amusing "degrees of separation" bon mot. However the key to wit and humor is not just timing, but reading the room.
He did not.
November 5, 2025 at 6:48 PM
An Antarctica story.
Once upon a time in Club 90 South, an inebriated apprentice from Wyoming revealed a family fact. One that, at other times, might be an amusing "degrees of separation" bon mot. However the key to wit and humor is not just timing, but reading the room.
He did not.
Once upon a time in Club 90 South, an inebriated apprentice from Wyoming revealed a family fact. One that, at other times, might be an amusing "degrees of separation" bon mot. However the key to wit and humor is not just timing, but reading the room.
He did not.
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Had to share this from twitter just because
November 5, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Had to share this from twitter just because
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Today, 144 years ago, 1600 Crown troops invaded a pacifist settlement that was the centre of resistance against British colonialism. The leaders were arrested, the settlement sacked, the people violated.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
November 5, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Today, 144 years ago, 1600 Crown troops invaded a pacifist settlement that was the centre of resistance against British colonialism. The leaders were arrested, the settlement sacked, the people violated.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
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Good to see this u-turn but also reflecting how often people with less of a profile than a former All Black have called Seymour and the rest of the coalition out on their very consistent bullshit and not received the time of day, in favour of repeating talking points verbatim. More critique, please.
David Seymour admits 'a lot of upgrades' needed for country's fire trucks
It comes after a former All Black-turned-firefighter's claims of at least one truck breaking down every day.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 4, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Good to see this u-turn but also reflecting how often people with less of a profile than a former All Black have called Seymour and the rest of the coalition out on their very consistent bullshit and not received the time of day, in favour of repeating talking points verbatim. More critique, please.
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If there are any international chemists who look at this idyllic picture and think they would love to travel to NZ for a conference - hit me up! I can't promise anything, but if you have a compelling story to tell, we'll definitely take a look.
Save the date! NZIC Conference 2026!
The NZIC 2026 conference organising committee invites you to set aside Sunday 15th - Thursday 19th November 2026 to join us in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. We're aiming to build a diverse programme weaving together all aspects of the chemistry 'life cycle'.
The NZIC 2026 conference organising committee invites you to set aside Sunday 15th - Thursday 19th November 2026 to join us in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. We're aiming to build a diverse programme weaving together all aspects of the chemistry 'life cycle'.
November 4, 2025 at 12:21 AM
If there are any international chemists who look at this idyllic picture and think they would love to travel to NZ for a conference - hit me up! I can't promise anything, but if you have a compelling story to tell, we'll definitely take a look.
I was today years old when it was brought to my attention who played the Grand Nagus Zek #inconceivable
The inner struggle between making a Princess Bride joke or a Grand Nagus joke may tear me apart
On the other site, an 18-year-old Zohran canvasser described the legendary Wallace Shawn as "the actor who plays Dr. Sturgis on Young Sheldon" which is honestly adorable
November 3, 2025 at 4:22 AM
I was today years old when it was brought to my attention who played the Grand Nagus Zek #inconceivable
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INCONCEIVABLE
On the other site, an 18-year-old Zohran canvasser described the legendary Wallace Shawn as "the actor who plays Dr. Sturgis on Young Sheldon" which is honestly adorable
November 3, 2025 at 4:15 AM
INCONCEIVABLE
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In the year to March 539 #children - some younger than 12 months - were harmed in state care (the highest number in 5 yrs). Meanwhile the coalition govt introduces legislation to further shield itself from responsibility.
My Stuff #cartoon today #OrangaTamariki #StateCare
My Stuff #cartoon today #OrangaTamariki #StateCare
November 1, 2025 at 6:53 PM
In the year to March 539 #children - some younger than 12 months - were harmed in state care (the highest number in 5 yrs). Meanwhile the coalition govt introduces legislation to further shield itself from responsibility.
My Stuff #cartoon today #OrangaTamariki #StateCare
My Stuff #cartoon today #OrangaTamariki #StateCare