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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 16d

For the record, speeding tickets -- regardless of whether it's from an officer or a camera -- are not "gouging taxpayers." They're doing what all tickets do: incentivize people to follow the law. It will cost taxpayers A LOT more to hire the number of police needed to enforce the law. #onpoli

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 18d

So, you mean that you can't trust everything you see on YouTube? Makes you wonder if one day there might be a thirst for verified, reliable information online. Oh, wait... www.nytimes.com/2025/09/23/t...

YouTube to Reinstate Accounts Banned Over Content Related to the Pandemic and 2020 Election

www.nytimes.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 22d

First drones, now MiGs. This is not good. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Nato intercepts Russian warplanes violating Estonian airspace

Estonia says three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes.

www.bbc.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 24d

By something "bigger," does he mean the 51st state thing? www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...

Washington was hoping for ‘bigger’ deal with Canada than USMCA, ambassador says

Pete Hoekstra said White House wanted agreement encompassing numerous subjects, including defence

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 25d

Liberals would have 168 MPs, if this is confirmed. Still a strong minority, but do they consider University-Rosedale a safe seat? We'll see. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...

Freeland expected to leave cabinet, become international envoy for Ukraine

Announcement could come as early as Tuesday afternoon, a source says. She will remain an MP for the time being

www.theglobeandmail.com

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nam kiwanuka @namshine.bsky.social · 25d

(MIS)Treated launches on Sept 30th with @ambermac.bsky.social Amber was a great source of connection when I was navigating my fibroids journey. We will talk about how she fought for the care she needed and why women’s health needs more research and funding. Thank you to all who have reached out ❤️🙏

The Rundown | TVO Today @tvotoday.bsky.social · 25d

Explore how medicine has – and still is – failing women. (MIS)Treated, a new TVO Today podcast hosted by @namshine.bsky.social, shares real stories of mistreatment and misdiagnosis, and speaks to the people looking to make a difference. Listen Sept. 30. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 26d

City of Vaughan decides it's not fair to issue automated speeding tickets to speeders as part of an effort to deal with speeding on city streets. Look forward to hearing what replacement mechanism might be more fair than having those who break the rules face fines. www.thestar.com/news/gta/a-k...

‘A knee-jerk reaction’: Vaughan city council votes to cancel speed camera program

In a hastily organized special committee meeting in Vaughan, the mayor and some councillors on Monday voted to kill the city’s automated speed camera program.

www.thestar.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 29d

I'll admit, it did surprise me. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...

Who’s more sensitive to pain, men or women? The answer may surprise you.

As we learn more about how pain processing can vary between women and men, it might lead to better treatments.

www.washingtonpost.com

Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · 29d

Under-appreciated part of @mark-carney.bsky.social's announcement yesterday: the intent to pursue a "Canadian sovereign cloud." In a digital world, digital sovereignty matters. thequantuminsider.com/2025/09/12/c...

Carney Pushes for Sovereign Cloud as Canada Navigates Quantum Future

The Prime Minister has directed Canada’s new Major Projects Office to develop a sovereign cloud as part of the country’s agenda.

thequantuminsider.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Sep 11

Democracy may not be perfect, but it's certainly better than the alternatives. @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social's Freedom and Prosperity Indexes conclude that "freedom is the surest path to long-term development & well-being." Much to explore here: www.atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-res...

2025 Freedom and Prosperity Indexes: How political freedom drives growth

As the Freedom and Prosperity Indexes show political freedom declining worldwide, new data analysis shows importance for lasting prosperity.

www.atlanticcouncil.org

Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Sep 4

"For 70 years, the field had believed the brain could not rewire. Now, 'we’re actually on the verge of guiding that rewiring,' Dr. Dukelow said." www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/s...

A Pill to Heal the Brain Could Revolutionize Neuroscience

www.nytimes.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Sep 4

More on the trouble with plastics front: "Babies exposed to higher levels of phthalates in utero are more likely to be born prematurely, have reproductive problems and infertility later in life, and even be diagnosed with ADHD."
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

The health risks from plastics almost nobody knows about

Researchers have linked phthalates, chemicals found in plastics, to premature birth, infertility and ADHD.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Foreign Affairs @foreignaffairs.com · Aug 21

“It is a tragic and destructive irony that, in the name of national security, the United States is now injuring the allies that have contributed the most to its economic well-being while leaving China far less disadvantaged,” writes @adamposen.bsky.social.

The New Economic Geography

Who profits in a post-American world?

www.foreignaffairs.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 21

Looks like Trump and Putin have different definitions of 'peace through strength.' Shocked, just shocked. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Russia launches biggest wave of strikes on Ukraine for weeks

Ukrainian officials say the attacks included drones, hypersonic, ballistic, and cruise missiles.

www.bbc.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 18

And J.D. Vance scowling over Starmer's shoulder throughout is priceless.

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 18

For all the things that have come out of the meetings in Washington today between Trump and Zelenskyy, the most chilling to me was the moment when Trump said something like, 'so if you're at war you can't have elections?' Felt like he made a mental note of that.

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 18

Ever wonder how your tax dollars end up being allocated? Just one of the interesting ways to view the data offer here, from a @buildcanada.com project: canadaspends.com/en/tax-visua...

Get The Facts About Government Spending

Government spending shouldn't be a black box. We turn complex data into clear, non-partisan insights so every Canadian knows where their money goes.

canadaspends.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 15

Reportedly, there's a popular new saying in China about U.S. President Trump's trade war, among other things: "So what?”
And Beijing is pretty bullish on the president's second term.
www.foreignaffairs.com/china/china-...

China Is Enjoying Trump 2.0

How the trade war is helping Beijing prepare for long-term competition.

www.foreignaffairs.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 15

Watching Trump applaud Putin's arrival in the U.S., then see the two pals get in a car -- just the two of them! -- it's actually unbelievable. Here's some reading appropriate for the occasion. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/opi...

Opinion: Trump meets like-minded Putin, while the West watches

U.S. President wants to be able to claim he ended the war, but he’s always been too willing to accept the Russian rationale for peace

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 11

Quite impressive support in #Canada for the idea of mandatory national service. Survey was about young adults, but I bet there are plenty of older people who would jump at a national service program too. #elbowsup

Canadians overwhelmingly in favour of mandatory national service, poll finds

Support drops off when respondents were asked about military service, with roughly equal numbers for and against the idea.

nationalpost.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 11

Private companies agree to hand over large percentages (15%) of revenue from sales in China to the U.S. government just as the price of doing business. Just a little something, something to secure market access. I think there's a name for that. #NewWorldOrder

Chip deal: Why the US is taking a cut from China sales

Two top firms will give the US government 15% of profits from the sale of some advanced semiconductors in China, the BBC has been told.

www.bbc.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 8

"If Canada were to buy, say, Swedish-designed Saab Gripen fighter jets ... Canada would forge a trans-Atlantic defence supply chain with the potential to create thousands of jobs. (Saab has said Canada could build the Gripens under licence.)" www.theglobeandmail.com/business/com...

Opinion: The USMCA agreement may be circling the drain. Time to fill the trade sink elsewhere

Trilateral trade deal is up for review in mid-2026, but talks may not go in favour of Canada or Mexico

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 8

"The Girl Guides of Canada ... is suspending all trips to the United States over concerns for the safety of its members amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown." www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/w...

Canada’s Girl Guides Suspend U.S. Trips Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

www.nytimes.com

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Hilary at TVO @hclark.bsky.social · Aug 8

And, as a follow up on this story, Spain and India won't be buying American jets. Canada, your move? ottawacitizen.com/public-servi...

Canadian military backs F-35 while Spain and India reject the U.S. fighter jet

Swiss politicians question F-35 fighter jet purchase as cost increases and Donald Trump hits country with major tariffs.

ottawacitizen.com

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Jamie Bradburn @jbcurio.bsky.social · Aug 7

Have a feeling this piece I wrote for @tvotoday.bsky.social about the history of highway tunnelling schemes in Toronto may be a regular reference piece for the next few years #TOHistory #Topoli #onpoli

www.tvo.org/article/pie-...

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