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Winnipeg Free Press @winnipegfreepress.com · 2h

OTTAWA – The union representing Canada Post employees says it will switch from a countrywide strike to rotating strikes starting Saturday morning, in a move that will get mail and parcels moving again.

Canada Post union switching from countrywide to rotating strikes

OTTAWA – The union representing Canada Post employees says it will switch from a countrywide strike to rotating strikes starting Saturday morning, in a move that will get mail and parcels moving again.

www.winnipegfreepress.com

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 5h

We’re lucky to have one of the best hockey writers covering our #NHLJets! Just another way that Winnipeg punches above its weight. 🤜🏻 🤛🏻

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Mike Eliason @holz-bau.bsky.social · 7h

since denver launched its e-bike rebate program - the have sold 10,000 e-bikes and reduced an estimated 1,000,000 car trips - replacing millions of VMTs and reducing air pollution

there are no climate silver bullets... but damn - e-bikes and e-cargo bikes are close

denvergov.org/Government/A...

Denver Celebrates 10,000 E-Bike Rebates

Since its inception in April 2022, Denver has distributed over 10,000 electric bikes (e-bikes) to community members through its pioneering e-bike rebate program. As the first U.S. city to implement su...

denvergov.org

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Steve Lafleur @stevelafleur.bsky.social · 7h

If you're not sure why certain groups should get special treatment (positive connotation), it's to counteract the special treatment they are subjected to (negative connotations) through no fault of their own.

CollinCountyDems @collincountydems.bsky.social · 10h

This is terrifying!

ICE breaks into this woman’s car in the pick-up line at West Loop Elementary school in Chicago and detains her before she can pick her kids up from school. (They were eventually let go after showing their documents)

This is Trump’s America.

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Amy Maxmen, PhD @amymaxmen.bsky.social · 11h

When I was reporting in Sudan several years ago, a driver warned me not to tell government officials when I was leaving because the airport is where they stop and detain writers.

So, yeah, this is a very bad sign. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

US anti-fascism expert blocked from flying to Spain at airport

Rutgers University professor who published book on antifa was informed at boarding gate that his trip was cancelled

www.theguardian.com

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Elizabeth Thompson @lizt1.bsky.social · 17h

U.S bill calls for negotiations for more integration between Canadian, American border agents and for U.S. law enforcement to be able to operate in Canada. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

U.S. bill calls for more integration between Canadian, American border agents | CBC News

The U.S. Congress is being asked to adopt legislation that could lead to Canada and the United States further integrating their enforcement of the border — including allowing U.S. officers to more fre...

www.cbc.ca

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 1d

Great thread.

derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 1d

Have you ever noticed that old clothes online sometimes look better than old clothes in your closet?

Why is that? 🧵

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Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 1d

2. Once that withdrawal is finished, a 72-hour clock will begin. Hamas is expected to move earlier if circumstances allow. According to the White House, hostages are likely to start being released on Monday.

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Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 1d

1. The Israeli cabinet is set to review the deal tomorrow. If it passes, Israel will start pulling back to the agreed line — a process expected to be completed within 24 hours.

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 1d

🙌🏻

My son (on the right) and his friend in a picture with Kyle Connor.

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 1d

As someone who moved back to Winnipeg to raise my family, I completely agree! #KFC #GoJetsGo

Murat Ates @wpgmurat.bsky.social · 1d

Kyle Connor on the role his family played in choosing eight years:

"You've got to start thinking of other people too in this scenario. I think Winnipeg is a great place to raise a family."

Connor and his wife, Ally, welcomed a baby into the world in March.

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 2d

Great! KFC fits in perfectly here, in every way - it’s very hard to buy that.

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Isaac Rabinovitch @isaac32767.picknit.com · 3d

See also: Irish tax exemption for income from creative works:

www.citizensinformation.ie/en/money-and...

Artists' exemption from income tax

Income that writers, composers and artists earn from the sale of their work may be exempt from income tax in Ireland.

www.citizensinformation.ie

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Mike Sowden @mikeachim.bsky.social · 3d

Damn. This is amazing. £325 per week, paid monthly, for 3 years - and the result was a profit for the Irish economy:
www.citizensinformation.ie/en/employmen...

Post from Threads user rodneyowl: "Ireland has declared the Basic Income for Artists scheme permanent. This will be officially announced in tomorrow’s budget. Details to follow. Congratulations to all who fought for it and the present and future artists of all sorts in Ireland. That includes me 👌We’re just comin to the end of a 3 year pilot scheme. It’s been a roaring success. For every €1 paid out to the 2000 participants, the government got €1.46 back. Can’t argue with that. Other countries are already taking note."

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Mondoweiss @mondoweiss.net · 3d

THREAD:

Here's every time Hamas said YES and Israel said NO:

📅 Nov 2023: Hamas agrees to truce. Israel extends it 7 days, then resumes war.

📅 Jan 2024: Hamas reviews 3-phase ceasefire proposal. Netanyahu calls it "delusional."

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 4d

I hope Heinola is claimed, if only so I never have to hear that boring discussion again.

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Jeff Melnick @melnickjeffrey1.bsky.social · 5d

I try at least once a week to listen to Sinead O’Connor’s “Emperor’s New Clothes” and lately I find myself gasping every time she sings

Whatever it may bring
I will live by my own policies
I will sleep with a clear conscience
I will sleep in peace

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 4d

The dislike for Taylor Swift’s new record is funny to me. Some of her new songs are the first ones to get lodged in my brain since Blank Space. Guess I’m out of step! 🤷🏼‍♀️

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 6d

Speaking of bad lyrics: I do appreciate how the “Wood” chorus makes me think of “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips (0:57).

Wilson Phillips - Hold On (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by WilsonPhillipsVEVO

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Jeff Melnick @melnickjeffrey1.bsky.social · 6d

On October 17, 1980 my wonderful mother went to the store midday so Bruce’s The River would be waiting for me when I got home from school. I understand you, Swifties, I do.

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Nate @natronium.bsky.social · 6d

Alder Fuentes is a former dean of restorative practices. She’s visited my students a number of times to talk about neighborhood issues. She’s always looking for root causes, always looking to deescalate crisis situations. The contrast between her and these agents couldn’t be more striking.

Dave Byrnes @djbyrnes1.bsky.social · 6d

Chicago Ald. Jessie Fuentes' office has released video of federal agents handcuffing her at Humboldt Park Health, as she asked them to present a judicial warrant for another arrest.

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Doug Saunders @dougsaunders.bsky.social · 6d

Fired from your FBI trainee job BY THE HEAD OF THE FBI for having hung a Pride flag in your cubicle IN YOUR PREVIOUS JOB

Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 6d

Fired for displaying a pride flag, followed by a citation of the Constitution.

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 6d

Speaking of bad lyrics: I do appreciate how the “Wood” chorus makes me think of “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips (0:57).

Wilson Phillips - Hold On (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by WilsonPhillipsVEVO

youtu.be

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Julie Penner @julespenner.bsky.social · 6d

This is the first Taylor album I’ve listened to immediately upon release (I’m home sick). I’m surprised by how catchy it is! I’ve added half the album to my regular-listening playlist.

Just wish the lyrics were great. 🤷🏼‍♀️

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Winnipeg Free Press @winnipegfreepress.com · 6d

ROME (AP) — More than 2 million people across Italy rallied in over 100 cities Friday for a one-day general strike to support the residents of Gaza and a humanitarian aid mission, Italy’s largest union said.

2 million rally in Italy for Gaza as general strike halts key services

ROME (AP) — More than 2 million people across Italy rallied in over 100 cities Friday for a one-day general strike to support the residents of Gaza and a humanitarian aid mission, Italy’s largest union said.

www.winnipegfreepress.com

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