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Michael
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just-jack-1.bsky.social
Germany sends troops to Greenland.

Germany has seen this movie before.

They played the bad guys then.

They want a different role in the sequel.
January 16, 2026 at 5:19 AM
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notlikewe.bsky.social
what a legend lmao
January 14, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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shawnmicallef.bsky.social
Everyone, babes/old/workers waiting & waiting. This was a collision it seems but routinely in snow streetcars blocked by cars parked etc.

Some city councillors huffing and puffing about impounding bikes of delivery people - but not cars that hold up 100s of people.
ttcalerts.bsky.social TTC Alerts @ttcalerts.bsky.social · 2d
506 Carlton: No service between High Park Loop and College St at Lansdowne Ave due to a blocked track.
January 16, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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nytpitchbot.bsky.social
Shooting protesters in Iran is barbaric and tyrannical. Shooting protesters here in the United States is patriotic and brave.
January 12, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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spacing.bsky.social
Photographer Peter MacCallum takes a trip on the Finch West LRT, Toronto's new transit line, and snaps some photos of the experience. spacing.ca/toronto/2026...
Photographing the Finch West LRT - Spacing Toronto
I am not a daily commuter, but as a documentary photographer of Toronto’s urban fabric, I depend on the TTC to get me to far-flung areas of the city where I carry out various projects. Thus, like so m...
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January 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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cheryllynneaton.bsky.social
I hate that no one has the heart and spine to make Law & Order: Internal Affairs.
January 10, 2026 at 1:21 AM
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nytpitchbot.bsky.social
Analysis | To rally his skeptical base for an invasion of Iran, President Trump must convince them that the Ayatollah is trans.
January 12, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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lukelebrun.ca
Do Canadian MPs actually connect with the public on X?

I looked at RTs and views for every tweet* sent by Liberal MPs yesterday

Out of 46 tweets, 21 Liberal MPs racked up a combined 475 retweets

34% had zero RTs. Only 17% got more than 10 RTs

3 tweets accounted for over half of all engagement
Name Retweets Views Iqra Khalid 0 88 Maggie Chi 1 33 Hedy Fry 0 246 Maninder Sidhu 8 906 Maninder Sidhu 2 269 Shafqat Ali 1 72 Shafqat Ali 0 53 Rob Oliphant 1 216 Aslam Rana 0 48 Rob Oliphant 3 215 Taleeb Noormohamed 3 645 Rob Oliphant 2 188 Rob Oliphant 0 119 Eleanor Olzewski 3 221 Eleanor Olzewski 1 124 Randeep Sarai 0 167 Randeep Sarai 0 105 Anita Anand 8 2000 Sima Acan 0 120 Anita Anand 5 1400 Ali Ehasassi 13 2000 Ali Ehasassi 33 15000 Anita Anand 21 8200 Anita Anand 3 963 Maninder Sidhu 131 19000 Maninder Sidhu 2 450 Yasir Naqvi 1 233 Sameer Zuberi 0 141 Randeep Sarai 0 141 Randeep Sarai 0 124 Terry Duguid 0 359 Sameer Zuberi 0 124 Marjorie Michel 0 58 Marjorie Michel 3 93 Sima Acan 0 78 John Zerucelli 2 132 Anita Anand 5 1200 Anita Anand 25 2800 Francois-Philippe Champagne 60 6300 Francois-Philippe Champagne 9 1500 Anita Anand 37 4400 Anita Anand 7 2400 Marianne Dandurand 0 25 Anita Anand 78 10000 Anita Anand 5 1800 Ben Carr 2 205
January 12, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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brenttoderian.bsky.social
Wondering who wins in a war between the United States and Europe?

Putin.
January 12, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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goad.bsky.social
Losing my shit at Ashley St Clair doing a reverse Naomi Wolf.
Ashley St Clair: dark woke cause the other option is bootlicking feds + pedophiles + nerds JunLper: you’ve previously engaged in blatant transphobia, how do you feel about trans people in the wake of noticing how the far right truly is? Ashley St Clair: I feel immense guilt for my role. And even more guilt that things I have said in the past may have caused my son’s sister more pain. Idrk how to make amends for many of these things but I have been trying incredibly hard privately to learn + advocate for those within the trans community that I’ve hurt. I also haven’t said much on this bc I have gone back and forth over whether my voice would be helpful on the issue since it will be framed as disingenuous or just turning bc I’m “scorned.” Even this reply will become right wing hysteria but yeah I am sorry. Let me know how I can help
January 11, 2026 at 7:25 PM
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holz-bau.bsky.social
the US is almost 120 road deaths per million. we are higher than every country in europe
europarl.europa.eu European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 6d
Almost 20,000 people lost their lives on EU roads in 2024. We need to bring this number as close to zero as possible.
A map showing road deaths in the EU in 2024 per million inhabitants. The source is cited as European Road Safety Authority (2024). The visual shows a road leading to a map of the EU, where the figures per country are displayed. There is a European Parliament logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
January 11, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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weratedogs.com
This is Zero. She is something of a shapeshifter. Not voluntarily, but still very impressive. 14/10 (IG: zerothesupercollie)
January 10, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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nytpitchbot.bsky.social
Cell phone footage shows that Renee Good tried to drive away from the ICE agent who shot her. But an AI video shows Good pledging allegiance to ISIS before plowing her car into a crowd of blonde Christian children. For busy presidents of the United States, it can be hard to know what to trust.
January 10, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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atrupar.com
DOOCY: Vance yesterday suggested Renee Good was part of a broad left-wing network. What has your team told you about this? Who is in charge of it?

TRUMP: I haven't seen the vice president's statement but he's generally very accurate. She was an agitator. Probably a paid agitator. She was not normal
January 9, 2026 at 8:52 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
A foggy morning at the Bay
The photo shows a wide, tranquil seascape under a soft, pastel sky. Calm water stretches across the frame, almost mirror-like, blending gently into a low layer of mist that obscures the horizon. Several ships sit quietly in the distance, their forms partially softened by fog, giving them a distant, almost floating presence. A small boat appears closer to the left, adding scale and depth to the scene. The sky is layered with thin clouds in muted tones of pale blue, gray, and faint pink, suggesting early morning or late afternoon light. The overall color palette is subtle and restrained, emphasizing stillness and atmosphere rather than contrast. At the bottom of the image, a white band displays camera information—Hasselblad X2D II 100C and XCD 2.5 / 38V—along with the Hasselblad logo, reinforcing the image’s careful, fine-art approach. A discreet “MK” signature appears on the right side of the water. Overall, the photograph conveys calm, distance, and quiet contemplation, capturing a fleeting moment where sea, sky, and fog dissolve into one another.
December 31, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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613afa.bsky.social
December 28, 2025 at 11:26 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
Merry Christmas
The photo shows a small wooden cabin set in a quiet winter landscape, completely surrounded by deep, pristine snow. The roof is heavily blanketed, with thick layers of snow overhanging the eaves, emphasizing how much has fallen. A short wooden ramp and railing leading to the entrance are almost buried, their shapes softened by snowdrifts. Footprints curve across the snow in the foreground, suggesting recent human presence and guiding the eye toward the cabin. Behind it, tall evergreen trees stand coated in snow, forming a dense forest backdrop. In the distance, faint mountain slopes rise under a clear, vivid blue sky streaked with thin white clouds. Bright sunlight casts crisp shadows across the snow, highlighting its texture and sparkle. The overall mood is peaceful and isolated—an inviting yet remote winter refuge, combining warmth and shelter with the stillness of a snowy wilderness.
December 25, 2025 at 11:07 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
Happy Holidays

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Christmas Lights
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December 25, 2025 at 6:35 AM
snowrunner.bsky.social
A message
The photo shows an urban street corner on a gray, wet day, likely just after rainfall. In the foreground, a pedestrian crosswalk signal box mounted on a black pole is partially coated with grime and peeling paint. Taped to the front of the box is a weathered paper poster bearing a quote in bold black text: “The sacrifice wasn’t worth what the result that it is now” Beside the text is a small color image of an elderly man wearing a military uniform and medals, standing against a backdrop of red poppies. The poster looks homemade and fragile, its edges curling and torn, suggesting it has been exposed to the elements for some time. In the background, modern office buildings with glass windows line the street. Traffic lights glow yellow and red at the intersection, and a green-painted bike lane runs along the wet pavement. A few pedestrians walk in the distance, blurred slightly by depth and motion. Stickers and residue on the pole add to the layered, gritty feel of the streetscape. Overall, the image juxtaposes contemporary city life with a quiet, poignant political or moral statement—an intimate message of regret or reflection placed amid the everyday flow of an urban intersection.
December 24, 2025 at 6:09 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
can we bring back that people need to drive waking speed in the park? #Vancouver
The photo is a historic black-and-white image showing the original entrance to Stanley Park in Vancouver, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. A large wooden archway spans a dirt road, with the words “STANLEY PARK” carved prominently across the curved beam. The structure is built from timber, with vertical posts and decorative elements that give it a formal, ceremonial presence. Beyond the arch, a narrow wooden bridge crosses a body of water, leading into the park. Tall evergreen trees fill the background, creating a dense forest backdrop that emphasizes the park’s natural setting at the edge of the city. On the left side near the water, barrels and supplies are stacked along the shoreline, and a few small buildings or cabins can be seen in the distance, with faint smoke rising—suggesting early settlement or park operations. A single person stands near the base of the arch, providing a sense of scale and reinforcing the quiet, almost pioneering atmosphere of the scene. The unpaved road, simple infrastructure, and absence of vehicles convey a time when the area was far less developed. Overall, the photograph captures a moment from Vancouver’s early history, marking Stanley Park as a gateway between the growing city and the surrounding wilderness.
December 23, 2025 at 1:07 AM
snowrunner.bsky.social
Photo of the day: West Coast Heart

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Milano Espresso Lounge - west coast heart
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December 22, 2025 at 10:58 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
All I wan t for Christmas are some orange cones so I can create myself a parking spot wherever I feel like. #vancouver
The photo shows an urban street scene beneath an elevated roadway or overpass. Concrete beams and columns loom overhead, creating a dim, industrial atmosphere. On the right side of the frame, a temporary construction barrier wrapped in black mesh fencing encloses a work area. Attached to it is a large white sign with red and black text reading “ABSOLUTELY NO STOPPING ALONG EXPO BLVD”, with additional instructions for construction vehicles. The sign is marked with graffiti and stickers, adding to the worn, gritty feel. A smaller sign above identifies the address as 701 Expo Blvd. A metal pole stands in the foreground with a traffic sign indicating restrictions on stopping or turning. The sidewalk curves around the corner, bordered by gravel and debris from construction. To the left, cars are parked along the street under the overpass, and the road disappears into shadow. In the background, scaffolding and partially visible buildings suggest ongoing development. Overall, the image conveys a sense of constrained urban space—temporary, utilitarian, and shaped by infrastructure and construction.
December 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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tomflood.bsky.social
My Christmas wish is that one day our sidewalks will be as wide as our trucks.🎄🎅
A white truck parked on a sidewalk
December 21, 2025 at 4:02 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
GFL Canada truck driving the wrong way in a one way. Then pretending to be a bicycle. #BadDriver

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GFL Canada Truck going down wrong way in a one way, then pretends to be a bicycle.
YouTube video by Michael Kalus
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December 20, 2025 at 5:56 PM
snowrunner.bsky.social
Fragile Moment
The photo captures a quiet city park on a gray, overcast day, with bare trees suggesting late fall or winter. In the middle distance, two people stand on a muddy patch of grass, each holding bubble wands and containers, actively creating soap bubbles. A few other people and dogs are scattered farther back, near apartment buildings that frame the park, reinforcing an urban setting. What dominates the image, though, is a large, iridescent soap bubble in the foreground. It forms a translucent arc across the frame, almost like a glowing dome. The bubble refracts light into vivid blues, purples, greens, and yellows, partially obscuring the ground and reflecting the silhouettes of the people behind it. Smaller bubbles float in the air above. The contrast between the muted, wintry park and the luminous, rainbow colors of the bubble gives the scene a slightly magical, fleeting quality—an ordinary moment transformed by light and motion.
December 20, 2025 at 4:37 AM