Maggie K
@kooleady.bsky.social
Interested in educational technology and instructional design. She/her. Happily married.
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“Although the number of measles cases in Manitoba is at its highest in decades, very few are being reported in areas with high vaccination rates, like Winnipeg, Roussin said.”
Vaccines work.
“Although the number of measles cases in Manitoba is at its highest in decades, very few are being reported in areas with high vaccination rates, like Winnipeg, Roussin said.”
Vaccines work.
Over 30 measles cases and counting from Brandon's Ag Days, chief doctor says | CBC News
Manitoba's health system is inundated with surging flu rates and an ongoing measles outbreak, the province's chief public health officer says.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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“Although the number of measles cases in Manitoba is at its highest in decades, very few are being reported in areas with high vaccination rates, like Winnipeg, Roussin said.”
Vaccines work.
“Although the number of measles cases in Manitoba is at its highest in decades, very few are being reported in areas with high vaccination rates, like Winnipeg, Roussin said.”
Vaccines work.
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⚡️ Ukrainian energy workers and miners support Olympian Vladyslav Heraskevych with "memory helmets,"
Industrial workers and engineers across Ukraine have donned the symbolic gear to support the skeleton racer while paying tribute to fallen defenders and colleagues killed in Russian attacks.
Industrial workers and engineers across Ukraine have donned the symbolic gear to support the skeleton racer while paying tribute to fallen defenders and colleagues killed in Russian attacks.
February 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM
⚡️ Ukrainian energy workers and miners support Olympian Vladyslav Heraskevych with "memory helmets,"
Industrial workers and engineers across Ukraine have donned the symbolic gear to support the skeleton racer while paying tribute to fallen defenders and colleagues killed in Russian attacks.
Industrial workers and engineers across Ukraine have donned the symbolic gear to support the skeleton racer while paying tribute to fallen defenders and colleagues killed in Russian attacks.
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The bloviated asshole is really unhappy about this!!! Isn’t it delicious!!! 😋 I’m loving this!!!
February 12, 2026 at 5:07 AM
The bloviated asshole is really unhappy about this!!! Isn’t it delicious!!! 😋 I’m loving this!!!
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Federal Govt needs to look at Alberta’s 2 Tier health system that does not increase service or care
Albertans need to speak up!
#ableg #cdnpoli #markcarney
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Albertans need to speak up!
#ableg #cdnpoli #markcarney
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
What Alberta is doing with its health care is a threat to every Canadian
The new dual practice legislation in Alberta will create a two-tiered multi-payer system that does not address the real problems in health care because it does not involve adding more
www.thestar.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Federal Govt needs to look at Alberta’s 2 Tier health system that does not increase service or care
Albertans need to speak up!
#ableg #cdnpoli #markcarney
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
Albertans need to speak up!
#ableg #cdnpoli #markcarney
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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“In an extreme case, two users sent very similar messages describing symptoms of a subarachnoid hemorrhage but were given opposite advice,” the study’s authors wrote. “One user was told to lie down in a dark room, and the other user was given the correct recommendation to seek emergency care.”
Chatbots Make Terrible Doctors, New Study Finds
Chatbots provided incorrect, conflicting medical advice, researchers found: “Despite all the hype, AI just isn't ready to take on the role of the physician.”
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February 9, 2026 at 5:01 PM
“In an extreme case, two users sent very similar messages describing symptoms of a subarachnoid hemorrhage but were given opposite advice,” the study’s authors wrote. “One user was told to lie down in a dark room, and the other user was given the correct recommendation to seek emergency care.”
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This is really the critical point: Firefox is packing its browser with AI slop functions by default; relying on a user actively choosing to turn it off.
That isn't neutral - that is a political and ideological statement that they want more reliance on these tools
That isn't neutral - that is a political and ideological statement that they want more reliance on these tools
February 8, 2026 at 11:49 AM
This is really the critical point: Firefox is packing its browser with AI slop functions by default; relying on a user actively choosing to turn it off.
That isn't neutral - that is a political and ideological statement that they want more reliance on these tools
That isn't neutral - that is a political and ideological statement that they want more reliance on these tools
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The fact this is being led by Bruce Fanjoy is not lost on me. He ousted the twerp and is still coming for him (with a very valid and reasonable expectation).
Bruce Fanjoy has launched a petition to require all federal party leaders to obtain and maintain top security clearance.
It's open for a couple of months.
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
It's open for a couple of months.
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
Petition e-7148 - Petitions
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February 7, 2026 at 1:02 PM
The fact this is being led by Bruce Fanjoy is not lost on me. He ousted the twerp and is still coming for him (with a very valid and reasonable expectation).
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"With the grace of a prehistoric runway model and the speed of pure chaos, Enzo set off on a solo adventure ... exploring the town like a true tourist," according to a post on the sanctuary's Facebook page . . .
"With the grace of a prehistoric runway model and the speed of pure chaos, Enzo set off on a solo adventure ... exploring the town like a true tourist," according to a post on the sanctuary's Facebook page . . .
Enzo the emu makes a break for it, local stardom ensues | CBC News
A female emu named Enzo briefly escaped from an eastern Ontario animal rescue sanctuary earlier this week, and has now turned into something of a local celebrity.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:41 PM
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"With the grace of a prehistoric runway model and the speed of pure chaos, Enzo set off on a solo adventure ... exploring the town like a true tourist," according to a post on the sanctuary's Facebook page . . .
"With the grace of a prehistoric runway model and the speed of pure chaos, Enzo set off on a solo adventure ... exploring the town like a true tourist," according to a post on the sanctuary's Facebook page . . .
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February 6, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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The Province of Quebec Liquor Board has decided to sell some of the American alcohol it removed from their shelves last March and donate the profits to area food banks. 👏🇨🇦
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SAQ to sell some U.S. alcohol products before they go bad, donate proceeds to food banks
Nearly one year after the Quebec liquor control board yanked American alcohol from its store shelves, the Crown corporation is putting the bottles back before they expire and donating the proceeds of ...
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February 6, 2026 at 2:31 AM
The Province of Quebec Liquor Board has decided to sell some of the American alcohol it removed from their shelves last March and donate the profits to area food banks. 👏🇨🇦
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www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
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If you want to do your part for Canadian digital sovereignty from the US, then drop OneDrive, Dropbox, and whatever the hell Apple users use, and get Sync, the Canadian cloud service. I've been using it for a few months and it's just as good as the others.
France dumps Zoom and Teams as Europe seeks digital autonomy from the U.S.
France dumps Zoom and Teams as Europe seeks digital autonomy from the U.S.
Around Europe, governments and institutions are seeking to reduce their use of digital services from U.S. Big Tech companies and turning to domestic or free alternatives.
www.thestar.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:04 AM
If you want to do your part for Canadian digital sovereignty from the US, then drop OneDrive, Dropbox, and whatever the hell Apple users use, and get Sync, the Canadian cloud service. I've been using it for a few months and it's just as good as the others.
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What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to #Canada
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
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Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
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What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to Canada | CBC News
Tod Maffin's program, called the Canadian Healthcare Infusion, is teaching community volunteers how to attract American health workers to Canada.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:17 PM
What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to #Canada
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Edmonton volunteers step up to attract U.S. health professionals to Alberta https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/edmonton-volunteers-step-up-to-attract-u-s-health-care-professionals-to-alberta
⤷ canadahealthwatch.ca/featured 🍁
⤷ canadahealthwatch.ca/featured 🍁
February 4, 2026 at 10:14 PM
Edmonton volunteers step up to attract U.S. health professionals to Alberta https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/edmonton-volunteers-step-up-to-attract-u-s-health-care-professionals-to-alberta
⤷ canadahealthwatch.ca/featured 🍁
⤷ canadahealthwatch.ca/featured 🍁
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Asked a friend who is a top ag researcher if these historic research stations still have value: he says the ROI at these sites is estimated at 35:1 and they’re highly responsive to farmer needs. This seems like a mistake www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/n...
Feds slashed farm research. An internal email suggests they don't know what Canada's losing
Senior officials at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) did not know how their decision to close three research stations on the Prairies would impact the department's research program when they an...
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February 3, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Asked a friend who is a top ag researcher if these historic research stations still have value: he says the ROI at these sites is estimated at 35:1 and they’re highly responsive to farmer needs. This seems like a mistake www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/n...
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Eby is right and every Canadian should demand action
The group is seeking a $500 B US line of credit from the U.S. Treasury to help bankroll the new country if they are successful in a referendum. An official with the U.S. State Department confirmed the meetings
Eby is right and every Canadian should demand action
The group is seeking a $500 B US line of credit from the U.S. Treasury to help bankroll the new country if they are successful in a referendum. An official with the U.S. State Department confirmed the meetings
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.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:28 AM
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Eby is right and every Canadian should demand action
The group is seeking a $500 B US line of credit from the U.S. Treasury to help bankroll the new country if they are successful in a referendum. An official with the U.S. State Department confirmed the meetings
Eby is right and every Canadian should demand action
The group is seeking a $500 B US line of credit from the U.S. Treasury to help bankroll the new country if they are successful in a referendum. An official with the U.S. State Department confirmed the meetings
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the majority of ABn's... who do NOT want separation... need to stand up, now
these ppl are willing to sell you into... at best... centuries of shame as Canada's 'traitor province', at worst, a forever 'vassal' position to USA
if you give a damn about your province and home... stand up now
these ppl are willing to sell you into... at best... centuries of shame as Canada's 'traitor province', at worst, a forever 'vassal' position to USA
if you give a damn about your province and home... stand up now
Alberta separatists kicked us out of their event after asking about American support.
“It’s not coziness. We have mutual interests."
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“It’s not coziness. We have mutual interests."
pressprogress.ca/alberta-sepa...
Alberta Separatists Kicked Us Out of Their Event After Asking About American Support
As they inch closer to triggering a referendum, the movement's leaders have been facing new scrutiny
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February 1, 2026 at 2:16 AM
the majority of ABn's... who do NOT want separation... need to stand up, now
these ppl are willing to sell you into... at best... centuries of shame as Canada's 'traitor province', at worst, a forever 'vassal' position to USA
if you give a damn about your province and home... stand up now
these ppl are willing to sell you into... at best... centuries of shame as Canada's 'traitor province', at worst, a forever 'vassal' position to USA
if you give a damn about your province and home... stand up now
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🧵First Nations Chiefs are calling for Danielle Smith to resign!
Indigenous Treaty Rights state that Alberta does not own the land outright. Most of it is subject to historical treaties with First Nations. These are agreements with Canada & not the province!
#SheShed
#DefendersOfDemocracy
Indigenous Treaty Rights state that Alberta does not own the land outright. Most of it is subject to historical treaties with First Nations. These are agreements with Canada & not the province!
#SheShed
#DefendersOfDemocracy
January 30, 2026 at 9:17 PM
🧵First Nations Chiefs are calling for Danielle Smith to resign!
Indigenous Treaty Rights state that Alberta does not own the land outright. Most of it is subject to historical treaties with First Nations. These are agreements with Canada & not the province!
#SheShed
#DefendersOfDemocracy
Indigenous Treaty Rights state that Alberta does not own the land outright. Most of it is subject to historical treaties with First Nations. These are agreements with Canada & not the province!
#SheShed
#DefendersOfDemocracy