The Centre for Useless Splendour
@gerritb.bsky.social
I'm Gerrit. Retired, hurt: hence the useless splendour. 😁
"We are all just walking each other home." Ram Das
Focus: #wisdom #climate #beauty #dem-soc #Cdapoli.
Me: 👨🏻🦳🇨🇦🇿🇦🪖♿️🏺🥗 [Ally: 💙🇺🇦🇵🇸🖤🤎🌍]
Dad & FIL of 🏳️🌈 & 🏳️⚧️
"We are all just walking each other home." Ram Das
Focus: #wisdom #climate #beauty #dem-soc #Cdapoli.
Me: 👨🏻🦳🇨🇦🇿🇦🪖♿️🏺🥗 [Ally: 💙🇺🇦🇵🇸🖤🤎🌍]
Dad & FIL of 🏳️🌈 & 🏳️⚧️
Pinned
"'Capitalism has already ended
and the world has entered
an era of 'techno-feudalism'
where big tech companies
wield unprecedented power
over human behaviour,'
former Greek finance minister
Yanis Varoufakis said."
#dem-soc #UBI #taxtherich #tech #feudalism
www.euronews.com/2026/02/02/c...
and the world has entered
an era of 'techno-feudalism'
where big tech companies
wield unprecedented power
over human behaviour,'
former Greek finance minister
Yanis Varoufakis said."
#dem-soc #UBI #taxtherich #tech #feudalism
www.euronews.com/2026/02/02/c...
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"Evening of Kiyosu Bridge" Kawase Hasui 1936
February 3, 2026 at 3:30 AM
"Evening of Kiyosu Bridge" Kawase Hasui 1936
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“Wealth is like sea-water; the more we drink, the thirstier we become; and the same is true of fame.”
— Arthur Schopenhauer, The Wisdom of Life
— Arthur Schopenhauer, The Wisdom of Life
February 3, 2026 at 3:37 AM
“Wealth is like sea-water; the more we drink, the thirstier we become; and the same is true of fame.”
— Arthur Schopenhauer, The Wisdom of Life
— Arthur Schopenhauer, The Wisdom of Life
"A canoeist paddles along the shoreline of Mahzenazing Lake in Point Grondine Park near Killarney, Ont. on a misty September morning."
Canadian Photographer of the Year
Outdoor Adventure Runner-up: Peter Baumgarten
📸 Peter Baumgarten/Canadian Geographic
www.ctvnews.ca/photos/2026/...
Canadian Photographer of the Year
Outdoor Adventure Runner-up: Peter Baumgarten
📸 Peter Baumgarten/Canadian Geographic
www.ctvnews.ca/photos/2026/...
February 3, 2026 at 3:43 AM
"A canoeist paddles along the shoreline of Mahzenazing Lake in Point Grondine Park near Killarney, Ont. on a misty September morning."
Canadian Photographer of the Year
Outdoor Adventure Runner-up: Peter Baumgarten
📸 Peter Baumgarten/Canadian Geographic
www.ctvnews.ca/photos/2026/...
Canadian Photographer of the Year
Outdoor Adventure Runner-up: Peter Baumgarten
📸 Peter Baumgarten/Canadian Geographic
www.ctvnews.ca/photos/2026/...
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David Hockney, Mt. Fuji And Flowers (acrylic on canvas, 1972)
February 3, 2026 at 3:17 AM
David Hockney, Mt. Fuji And Flowers (acrylic on canvas, 1972)
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REP. @aoc.bsky.social : “Why haven’t so many been prosecuted? Why are Pam Bondi & DOJ hiding the majority of the Epstein files? We need to get to the bottom of it. It doesn’t matter if you’re Republican, Dem… We’re talking about sexual crimes and trafficking.”
(From @pabloreports.bsky.social )
(From @pabloreports.bsky.social )
February 3, 2026 at 3:29 AM
REP. @aoc.bsky.social : “Why haven’t so many been prosecuted? Why are Pam Bondi & DOJ hiding the majority of the Epstein files? We need to get to the bottom of it. It doesn’t matter if you’re Republican, Dem… We’re talking about sexual crimes and trafficking.”
(From @pabloreports.bsky.social )
(From @pabloreports.bsky.social )
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Nature's still life
At peace...
At peace...
February 3, 2026 at 2:17 AM
Nature's still life
At peace...
At peace...
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Using the light, elastic clay naturally found in Gifu Prefecture’s soil, tile manufacturer X-iS has elevated what is normally considered to be a commonplace material into works of art that are resonating abroad. 👉 ebx.sh/eBKlvv
February 3, 2026 at 2:29 AM
Using the light, elastic clay naturally found in Gifu Prefecture’s soil, tile manufacturer X-iS has elevated what is normally considered to be a commonplace material into works of art that are resonating abroad. 👉 ebx.sh/eBKlvv
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Don't be fooled: body cams are also surveillance cams.
ICE cannot be reformed or retrained: it must be abolished.
ICE cannot be reformed or retrained: it must be abolished.
Federal immigration officers in Minneapolis will start wearing body cameras “effective immediately,” Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem said Monday.
Federal officers in Minneapolis to start wearing body cams, DHS says
The decision to equip federal agents in Minneapolis with body cameras comes after federal agents in the metropolitan area shot and killed two people.
wapo.st
February 3, 2026 at 3:19 AM
Don't be fooled: body cams are also surveillance cams.
ICE cannot be reformed or retrained: it must be abolished.
ICE cannot be reformed or retrained: it must be abolished.
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'Torii in Snow' from the series 'Famous Places in Kyoto' - Utagawa Hiroshige, originally from Edo period, republished early 1900s.
#ToriiTuesday #ukiyoe #JapaneseArt
#ToriiTuesday #ukiyoe #JapaneseArt
February 3, 2026 at 3:12 AM
'Torii in Snow' from the series 'Famous Places in Kyoto' - Utagawa Hiroshige, originally from Edo period, republished early 1900s.
#ToriiTuesday #ukiyoe #JapaneseArt
#ToriiTuesday #ukiyoe #JapaneseArt
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“Trees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky.”
— Kahlil Gibran
— Kahlil Gibran
February 3, 2026 at 3:13 AM
“Trees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky.”
— Kahlil Gibran
— Kahlil Gibran
"The startup says its solution could cut energy costs by up to 70% & carbon emissions by up to 90%.
It argues that fossil-free industrial heat is key in achieving EU climate goals, which aim for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040 & full carbon neutrality by 2050."
www.euronews.com/green/2026/0...
It argues that fossil-free industrial heat is key in achieving EU climate goals, which aim for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040 & full carbon neutrality by 2050."
www.euronews.com/green/2026/0...
Finnish startup uses sand to slash industrial heat emissions by 90%
Finland is leading the race to decarbonise industrial heat emissions, using sand to produce fossil-free steam.
www.euronews.com
February 3, 2026 at 3:17 AM
"The startup says its solution could cut energy costs by up to 70% & carbon emissions by up to 90%.
It argues that fossil-free industrial heat is key in achieving EU climate goals, which aim for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040 & full carbon neutrality by 2050."
www.euronews.com/green/2026/0...
It argues that fossil-free industrial heat is key in achieving EU climate goals, which aim for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040 & full carbon neutrality by 2050."
www.euronews.com/green/2026/0...
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"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
~ George Orwell, "1984"
Epstein Files, January 6, 2021, Insurrection, ICE Murders, Israeli Genocide in Gaza, Invasion of Ukraine…
NO KINGS! March 28, 2026!
Indivisible.org
NoKings.org
~ George Orwell, "1984"
Epstein Files, January 6, 2021, Insurrection, ICE Murders, Israeli Genocide in Gaza, Invasion of Ukraine…
NO KINGS! March 28, 2026!
Indivisible.org
NoKings.org
February 3, 2026 at 1:52 AM
"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
~ George Orwell, "1984"
Epstein Files, January 6, 2021, Insurrection, ICE Murders, Israeli Genocide in Gaza, Invasion of Ukraine…
NO KINGS! March 28, 2026!
Indivisible.org
NoKings.org
~ George Orwell, "1984"
Epstein Files, January 6, 2021, Insurrection, ICE Murders, Israeli Genocide in Gaza, Invasion of Ukraine…
NO KINGS! March 28, 2026!
Indivisible.org
NoKings.org
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Orion and his tree . . .
tonight
tonight
February 3, 2026 at 1:54 AM
Orion and his tree . . .
tonight
tonight
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For those in the US who are dealing with being uninsured or under insured. Here are some helpful tips to navigate your medical needs: kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
It’s 2026 and You’re Uninsured. Now What? - KFF Health News
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in coming months and years as a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the expiration of enhanced pandemic-era subsidies that helped ...
kffhealthnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 1:56 AM
For those in the US who are dealing with being uninsured or under insured. Here are some helpful tips to navigate your medical needs: kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
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Red Squirrel
Just try to get up here and take this walnut from me...
Just try to get up here and take this walnut from me...
February 3, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Red Squirrel
Just try to get up here and take this walnut from me...
Just try to get up here and take this walnut from me...
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Premier Eby calls out treason of those meeting with American officials to break up our nation.
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
B.C. premier doubles down on calling Alberta separatist movement seeking U.S. support 'treason' | CBC News
Calgary-based data analyst John Santos warns that that kind of language could push people toward separatism.
www.cbc.ca
February 3, 2026 at 2:04 AM
Premier Eby calls out treason of those meeting with American officials to break up our nation.
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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"F*ck ICE" : le discours poignant de Billie Eilish aux Grammy’s
YouTube video by Konbini
youtube.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:12 AM
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Tesla (TSLA) can’t find the bottom in Europe as 2026 starts with another brutal decline
Tesla (TSLA) can’t find the bottom in Europe as 2026 starts with another brutal decline
The first batch of January 2026 registration data is in from Europe, and Tesla’s freefall on the continent shows no sign of slowing down. Across five major markets that have reported so far, Tesla registrations are down a staggering 44% year-over-year, extending what is now more than two years of continuous decline.
more…
electrek.co
February 2, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Tesla (TSLA) can’t find the bottom in Europe as 2026 starts with another brutal decline
"Viewed from Beijing, that list is a powerful sign that an era of talking about economic separation from China is waning, and Western leaders are finally seeing China as a reliable partner – in contrast to the US under President Donald Trump."
www.cnn.com/2026/02/02/c...
www.cnn.com/2026/02/02/c...
Analysis: As a parade of US allies rattled by Trump visit China, Beijing claims a win for its new world order | CNN
As US President Donald Trump takes a sledgehammer to longstanding alliances with a volatile foreign policy that’s included threats to take control of Greenland and a spiraling feud with Canada, he’s a...
www.cnn.com
February 3, 2026 at 1:41 AM
"Viewed from Beijing, that list is a powerful sign that an era of talking about economic separation from China is waning, and Western leaders are finally seeing China as a reliable partner – in contrast to the US under President Donald Trump."
www.cnn.com/2026/02/02/c...
www.cnn.com/2026/02/02/c...
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Hey everyone!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
2026 Trans Girl Scouts To Order Cookies From!
This year, consider ordering your Girl Scout cookies from a trans girl scout to make their day!
www.erininthemorning.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:18 AM
Hey everyone!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!