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On this day in 1956, Sam Langford died.
Born in 1886 in Weymouth Falls, Nova Scotia, he is called the Greatest Fighter Almost Nobody Knows. One of the best boxers of his era, he won 210 fights in his career, including 126 by knockout.
Born in 1886 in Weymouth Falls, Nova Scotia, he is called the Greatest Fighter Almost Nobody Knows. One of the best boxers of his era, he won 210 fights in his career, including 126 by knockout.
January 21, 2026 at 4:13 PM
On this day in 1956, Sam Langford died.
Born in 1886 in Weymouth Falls, Nova Scotia, he is called the Greatest Fighter Almost Nobody Knows. One of the best boxers of his era, he won 210 fights in his career, including 126 by knockout.
Born in 1886 in Weymouth Falls, Nova Scotia, he is called the Greatest Fighter Almost Nobody Knows. One of the best boxers of his era, he won 210 fights in his career, including 126 by knockout.
Seriously, what is going on in the US? Is it something in the water?
I just woke up from a nap and somehow while I was asleep, everyone on the bus has figured out we are not going to the right place
January 20, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Seriously, what is going on in the US? Is it something in the water?
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On this day in 1947, the Nova Scotia Supreme Court ruled against Viola Desmond in her lawsuit against the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow.
Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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January 20, 2026 at 3:19 PM
On this day in 1947, the Nova Scotia Supreme Court ruled against Viola Desmond in her lawsuit against the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow.
Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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This video seemed very relatable to me (in a boring way). We’re really not so different. #China #Canada #Office
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Life in China🇨🇳| Chinese Average Office Worker’s Daily Routine in China
YouTube video by Ting-Daily life in China
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January 19, 2026 at 12:40 AM
This video seemed very relatable to me (in a boring way). We’re really not so different. #China #Canada #Office
youtu.be/G-XFQ8DSZLI?...
youtu.be/G-XFQ8DSZLI?...
Just discovered this #NovaScotia #Rock #Music band through TikTok and they sound pretty good! Check em out!
Coyote Defence Simulation
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Coyote Defence Simulation
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Coyote Defence Simulation - Coyote (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by Coyote Defence Simulation
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January 18, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Just discovered this #NovaScotia #Rock #Music band through TikTok and they sound pretty good! Check em out!
Coyote Defence Simulation
youtu.be/xm0V6BNv-nQ?...
Coyote Defence Simulation
youtu.be/xm0V6BNv-nQ?...
January 18, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Rachel Reid was interviewed on the #WhatChaos podcast today. #HeatedRivalry
www.youtube.com/live/-S5ncop...
www.youtube.com/live/-S5ncop...
Celebrating Zdeno Chara Day (ft. Rachel Reid)
YouTube video by What Chaos!
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January 15, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Rachel Reid was interviewed on the #WhatChaos podcast today. #HeatedRivalry
www.youtube.com/live/-S5ncop...
www.youtube.com/live/-S5ncop...
I think this is applicable to a lot of different industries. In #IT and #TechSupport it could be “Bug submitted” and “Fix received”
January 15, 2026 at 3:56 PM
I think this is applicable to a lot of different industries. In #IT and #TechSupport it could be “Bug submitted” and “Fix received”
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The Heritage Minutes: Wilder Penfield
It is one of the most famous Heritage Minutes ever made, all thanks to "I smell burnt toast"
And the story of Wilder Penfield is one of a man who expanded our knowledge of the brain.
It is one of the most famous Heritage Minutes ever made, all thanks to "I smell burnt toast"
And the story of Wilder Penfield is one of a man who expanded our knowledge of the brain.
January 14, 2026 at 9:47 PM
The Heritage Minutes: Wilder Penfield
It is one of the most famous Heritage Minutes ever made, all thanks to "I smell burnt toast"
And the story of Wilder Penfield is one of a man who expanded our knowledge of the brain.
It is one of the most famous Heritage Minutes ever made, all thanks to "I smell burnt toast"
And the story of Wilder Penfield is one of a man who expanded our knowledge of the brain.
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🏠 NS master lease program cut hotel shelter use by 86% in a year, moving people into homes. 320 supportive housing units are active, with more coming.
news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/1...
#NovaScotia #Housing #Homelessness
news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/1...
#NovaScotia #Housing #Homelessness
January 15, 2026 at 2:20 PM
🏠 NS master lease program cut hotel shelter use by 86% in a year, moving people into homes. 320 supportive housing units are active, with more coming.
news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/1...
#NovaScotia #Housing #Homelessness
news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/1...
#NovaScotia #Housing #Homelessness
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"The Halifax leg of the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s Takeover Tour has officially come to an end."
Skylar Smith breaks down why Halifax should gain a #PWHL expansion team here:
Skylar Smith breaks down why Halifax should gain a #PWHL expansion team here:
The Case for Halifax — Offside News
Why Halifax Should Be a Top Choice for Expansion
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January 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM
"The Halifax leg of the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s Takeover Tour has officially come to an end."
Skylar Smith breaks down why Halifax should gain a #PWHL expansion team here:
Skylar Smith breaks down why Halifax should gain a #PWHL expansion team here:
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Iran's internet shutdown is systematically crippling Starlink, the satellite internet service from Elon Musk that is said to be almost impossible to jam
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Iran crippled Starlink and why the rest of the world should worry
The service became synonymous with censorship-proof connectivity. Iran has just proved that assumption wrong.
restofworld.org
January 13, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Iran's internet shutdown is systematically crippling Starlink, the satellite internet service from Elon Musk that is said to be almost impossible to jam
restofworld.org/2026/iran-st...
restofworld.org/2026/iran-st...
Support growing for #WomensHockey in #NovaScotia
Fans showed up in big numbers this past weekend for the 2026 #IIHF U18 #WomensWorlds hockey championship in Membertou and the #PWHL Takeover Tour in #Halifax.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Fans showed up in big numbers this past weekend for the 2026 #IIHF U18 #WomensWorlds hockey championship in Membertou and the #PWHL Takeover Tour in #Halifax.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Support growing for women's pro hockey in Nova Scotia
As the CBC's Kyle Moore reports, fans showed up in big numbers this past weekend for the 2026 IIHF U18 women's world hockey championship in Membertou and the Professional Women's Hockey League's Takeo...
www.cbc.ca
January 13, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Support growing for #WomensHockey in #NovaScotia
Fans showed up in big numbers this past weekend for the 2026 #IIHF U18 #WomensWorlds hockey championship in Membertou and the #PWHL Takeover Tour in #Halifax.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Fans showed up in big numbers this past weekend for the 2026 #IIHF U18 #WomensWorlds hockey championship in Membertou and the #PWHL Takeover Tour in #Halifax.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
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He was the first Inuk to sit in the NWT Legislature.
He played a major role in the Berger Commission that was instrumental in Arctic land claims.
He led Project Surname to help the Inuit obtain surnames rather than government disc numbers.
This is the story of Abe Okpik.
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He played a major role in the Berger Commission that was instrumental in Arctic land claims.
He led Project Surname to help the Inuit obtain surnames rather than government disc numbers.
This is the story of Abe Okpik.
🧵 1/10
January 12, 2026 at 3:03 PM
He was the first Inuk to sit in the NWT Legislature.
He played a major role in the Berger Commission that was instrumental in Arctic land claims.
He led Project Surname to help the Inuit obtain surnames rather than government disc numbers.
This is the story of Abe Okpik.
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He played a major role in the Berger Commission that was instrumental in Arctic land claims.
He led Project Surname to help the Inuit obtain surnames rather than government disc numbers.
This is the story of Abe Okpik.
🧵 1/10
Welcome home, Jill 💚
The Halifax native received a standing ovation during starting lineups today.
The Halifax native received a standing ovation during starting lineups today.
January 11, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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We all need a a timeline cleanse!
A small Corinthian aryballos in the shape of an owl (circa 630 BC). It served as a perfume container.
On display at Antikensammlung München
A lovely weekend to all of you ☃️😀
📷 me
A small Corinthian aryballos in the shape of an owl (circa 630 BC). It served as a perfume container.
On display at Antikensammlung München
A lovely weekend to all of you ☃️😀
📷 me
January 10, 2026 at 9:28 AM
We all need a a timeline cleanse!
A small Corinthian aryballos in the shape of an owl (circa 630 BC). It served as a perfume container.
On display at Antikensammlung München
A lovely weekend to all of you ☃️😀
📷 me
A small Corinthian aryballos in the shape of an owl (circa 630 BC). It served as a perfume container.
On display at Antikensammlung München
A lovely weekend to all of you ☃️😀
📷 me
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“It’s going to be the highlight of my career…”
We sat down with Halifax native, Jill Saulnier, to talk about returning home, playing her first professional hockey game in front of friends and family, and what she’s most excited for this weekend.
🎟️: bit.ly/3LzN98y
We sat down with Halifax native, Jill Saulnier, to talk about returning home, playing her first professional hockey game in front of friends and family, and what she’s most excited for this weekend.
🎟️: bit.ly/3LzN98y
January 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
“It’s going to be the highlight of my career…”
We sat down with Halifax native, Jill Saulnier, to talk about returning home, playing her first professional hockey game in front of friends and family, and what she’s most excited for this weekend.
🎟️: bit.ly/3LzN98y
We sat down with Halifax native, Jill Saulnier, to talk about returning home, playing her first professional hockey game in front of friends and family, and what she’s most excited for this weekend.
🎟️: bit.ly/3LzN98y
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Just absolutely love this quote by Habs captain Nick Suzuki from last night:
“Our culture in our room helps guys be themselves. Everyone’s accepted. Some coaches and management stop believing in guys and they get moved. We’re happy to have those guys on our team.”
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“Our culture in our room helps guys be themselves. Everyone’s accepted. Some coaches and management stop believing in guys and they get moved. We’re happy to have those guys on our team.”
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January 9, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Just absolutely love this quote by Habs captain Nick Suzuki from last night:
“Our culture in our room helps guys be themselves. Everyone’s accepted. Some coaches and management stop believing in guys and they get moved. We’re happy to have those guys on our team.”
👇👇👇
“Our culture in our room helps guys be themselves. Everyone’s accepted. Some coaches and management stop believing in guys and they get moved. We’re happy to have those guys on our team.”
👇👇👇
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BREAKING:
Canada has announced their 23-player women's hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics thehockeynews.com/womens/inter...
Canada has announced their 23-player women's hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics thehockeynews.com/womens/inter...
Canada Names Final Olympic Women's Hockey Roster
Canada announced their 23-player roster for the 2026 Olympics in Milano Cortina. Here's a look at Canada's Olympic women's hockey roster that is headed to Italy.
thehockeynews.com
January 9, 2026 at 8:51 PM
BREAKING:
Canada has announced their 23-player women's hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics thehockeynews.com/womens/inter...
Canada has announced their 23-player women's hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics thehockeynews.com/womens/inter...
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Nela Lopušanová, the Slovakian teen phenom, gained worldwide attention for her Michigan goal at U18s in 2023.
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
After going viral 3 years ago, a teen hockey phenom is set to take another bold leap
Nicknamed “The Video Game,” 17-year-old Nela Lopušanová has been on a journey since her famed "Michigan" goal at u18 women's worlds.
www.nytimes.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Nela Lopušanová, the Slovakian teen phenom, gained worldwide attention for her Michigan goal at U18s in 2023.
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
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"Birds face serious challenges in winter. They are used to these challenges, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make their lives a little easier along the way, hopefully encouraging them to stick around, by making a few strategic decisions."
👨🏽🌾❄️🏡🐦 #Winter #Birds #Gardening #Cold #Tips
👨🏽🌾❄️🏡🐦 #Winter #Birds #Gardening #Cold #Tips
How to Use What's Already in Your Garden to Support Winter Birds
Your winter garden already contains most of what birds need to survive cold months. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to work with what you've got rather than buying expensive bird supplie...
www.epicgardening.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:11 PM
"Birds face serious challenges in winter. They are used to these challenges, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make their lives a little easier along the way, hopefully encouraging them to stick around, by making a few strategic decisions."
👨🏽🌾❄️🏡🐦 #Winter #Birds #Gardening #Cold #Tips
👨🏽🌾❄️🏡🐦 #Winter #Birds #Gardening #Cold #Tips
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"In Colorado, scientists are doing something unusual to manage rivers. Instead of pouring concrete or digging engineered channels, they’re deploying hand-built wooden dams. These are structures we learned directly from beavers."
🪵🏞️🦫 #RiverDams #Wildfires #Beavers #Nature #Science #Environment
🪵🏞️🦫 #RiverDams #Wildfires #Beavers #Nature #Science #Environment
Scientists Are Building Fake Beaver Dams to Help Burned Forests Heal
We've learned from the best.
www.zmescience.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:04 PM
"In Colorado, scientists are doing something unusual to manage rivers. Instead of pouring concrete or digging engineered channels, they’re deploying hand-built wooden dams. These are structures we learned directly from beavers."
🪵🏞️🦫 #RiverDams #Wildfires #Beavers #Nature #Science #Environment
🪵🏞️🦫 #RiverDams #Wildfires #Beavers #Nature #Science #Environment