@lostaffront.bsky.social
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You would think @mark-carney.bsky.social would listen to CSIS yet he has cut the budget to fight this, undermining 🇨🇦 national security. #cdnpoli
globalnews.ca/news/1166168...
globalnews.ca/news/1166168...
Anti-feminist ideology ‘increasingly relevant’ to national security: CSIS - National | Globalnews.ca
Officials with Canada's security and intelligence agency told MPs the ideology 'can function as an enabling factor along pathways to violent extremism' but is not itself a threat.
globalnews.ca
February 17, 2026 at 1:40 AM
You would think @mark-carney.bsky.social would listen to CSIS yet he has cut the budget to fight this, undermining 🇨🇦 national security. #cdnpoli
globalnews.ca/news/1166168...
globalnews.ca/news/1166168...
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Doug Ford gutting OSAP is the further Americanization of Ontario and anti-intellectual agenda. Too bad parents in Ontario do not give AF.
February 17, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Doug Ford gutting OSAP is the further Americanization of Ontario and anti-intellectual agenda. Too bad parents in Ontario do not give AF.
Or ... buying one solves 'a' housing shortage ... maybe two!
LOVE how our Toronto housing options are "Condos are expensive so you have to rent forever" and "Condos are cheap but if you buy one you'll cause a housing shortage" absolutely ZERO fucking notes for this
February 14, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Or ... buying one solves 'a' housing shortage ... maybe two!
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LOVE how our Toronto housing options are "Condos are expensive so you have to rent forever" and "Condos are cheap but if you buy one you'll cause a housing shortage" absolutely ZERO fucking notes for this
February 14, 2026 at 1:52 AM
LOVE how our Toronto housing options are "Condos are expensive so you have to rent forever" and "Condos are cheap but if you buy one you'll cause a housing shortage" absolutely ZERO fucking notes for this
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My cartoon in today's Toronto Star
February 12, 2026 at 1:08 PM
My cartoon in today's Toronto Star
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My Cartoon for Thursday's Toronto Star
February 11, 2026 at 9:09 PM
My Cartoon for Thursday's Toronto Star
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A new study has shown that miscarriage or induced abortion is NOT a potential risk factor for breast cancer, contrary to continued anti-choice propaganda. Even several abortions or miscarriages does not increase risk. The study used high-quality Finnish registry data.
Prior abortion or miscarriage not linked to increased risk of pre- or postmenopausal breast cancer
A prior abortion or miscarriage was not linked with an increased risk of developing pre- or postmenopausal breast cancer in a study published in Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica.
www.news-medical.net
February 12, 2026 at 3:15 AM
A new study has shown that miscarriage or induced abortion is NOT a potential risk factor for breast cancer, contrary to continued anti-choice propaganda. Even several abortions or miscarriages does not increase risk. The study used high-quality Finnish registry data.
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Remarkable how many establishment & etc folks will forgive a fake or radical culture war act like this. Same w J Kay. Despite real people taking the brunt. No consequences.
Toronto Sun columnist Warren Kinsella is posting fake CBC News Network screenshots on X dot com falsely claiming CBC is using terms like "policepersons" and "gunperson"
February 12, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Remarkable how many establishment & etc folks will forgive a fake or radical culture war act like this. Same w J Kay. Despite real people taking the brunt. No consequences.
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10 dead, including suspect, and at least 25 injured in mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. | CBC
www.cbc.ca
February 11, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes! And yes.
Science Communication Should Be a Core Competency in Medical Training www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco... by @drkatiesuleta.bsky.social @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
Science Communication Should Be a Core Competency in Medical Training www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco... by @drkatiesuleta.bsky.social @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
Opinion | Science Communication Should Be a Core Competency in Medical Training
We've seen how profoundly things unravel when communication breaks down
www.medpagetoday.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes! And yes.
Science Communication Should Be a Core Competency in Medical Training www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco... by @drkatiesuleta.bsky.social @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
Science Communication Should Be a Core Competency in Medical Training www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco... by @drkatiesuleta.bsky.social @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
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🚨 Canadians recognize that health misinformation does significant harm.
90% (!) believe the government has a responsibility address the issue!
via @cmadocs.bsky.social cc @scienceupfirst.bsky.social
90% (!) believe the government has a responsibility address the issue!
via @cmadocs.bsky.social cc @scienceupfirst.bsky.social
February 10, 2026 at 4:50 PM
🚨 Canadians recognize that health misinformation does significant harm.
90% (!) believe the government has a responsibility address the issue!
via @cmadocs.bsky.social cc @scienceupfirst.bsky.social
90% (!) believe the government has a responsibility address the issue!
via @cmadocs.bsky.social cc @scienceupfirst.bsky.social
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On 28 January 2026, a landslide at the Rubaya coltan mine complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 227 people. It is likely that there were further victims, but the true cost is likely to remain undetermined.
eos.org/thelandslide...
eos.org/thelandslide...
February 2, 2026 at 7:38 AM
On 28 January 2026, a landslide at the Rubaya coltan mine complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 227 people. It is likely that there were further victims, but the true cost is likely to remain undetermined.
eos.org/thelandslide...
eos.org/thelandslide...
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Why do we regulate vacuum cleaners more strictly than social media? @supriya.bsky.social writes www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/03/o...
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Why do we regulate vacuum cleaners more strictly than social media?
If Canada is going to join the tide of other countries embarking on social media bans for children and younger teens, then it is going to have to make sure it has paired the ban with some other form o...
www.nationalobserver.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Why do we regulate vacuum cleaners more strictly than social media? @supriya.bsky.social writes www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/03/o...
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
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Pretending to tackle imaginary problems while solving none of the real ones will be the CAQ’s legacy.
February 3, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Pretending to tackle imaginary problems while solving none of the real ones will be the CAQ’s legacy.
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Please enjoy my cartoon for Wednesday's Toronto Star
February 3, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Please enjoy my cartoon for Wednesday's Toronto Star
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This amazing woman worked so hard for science and sport in Canada. She set up the Standing Committee on Science and Research, was a powerful voice for science in parliament and after being diagnosed with two cancers continued to advocate for good. Proud to have known the Rt Hon Kirsty Duncan. RIP 💔
January 26, 2026 at 10:45 PM
This amazing woman worked so hard for science and sport in Canada. She set up the Standing Committee on Science and Research, was a powerful voice for science in parliament and after being diagnosed with two cancers continued to advocate for good. Proud to have known the Rt Hon Kirsty Duncan. RIP 💔
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The disconnect between management and employee on AI usage is big. At the same time, CEOs are reporting they aren't seeing any revenue growth from AI.
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www.wsj.com/lifestyle/wo...
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www.wsj.com/lifestyle/wo...
CEOs Say AI Is Making Work More Efficient. Employees Tell a Different Story.
How much time workers say the technology saves them on the job is vastly different from what executives report.
www.wsj.com
January 21, 2026 at 2:07 PM
The disconnect between management and employee on AI usage is big. At the same time, CEOs are reporting they aren't seeing any revenue growth from AI.
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www.wsj.com/lifestyle/wo...
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www.wsj.com/lifestyle/wo...
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Thanks for that, Steve...
January 21, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Thanks for that, Steve...
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Reality: BUNK-O-RAMA!
The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido? www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle... via @theguardian.com
After decades of studying this area, I'm STILL amazed there is a market for this kinda (very obviously) wellness woo BS.
The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido? www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle... via @theguardian.com
After decades of studying this area, I'm STILL amazed there is a market for this kinda (very obviously) wellness woo BS.
The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido?
For three weeks, I wore stickers on my skin supposed to address all sorts of conditions. Are they a panacea, problem or performance?
www.theguardian.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Reality: BUNK-O-RAMA!
The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido? www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle... via @theguardian.com
After decades of studying this area, I'm STILL amazed there is a market for this kinda (very obviously) wellness woo BS.
The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido? www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle... via @theguardian.com
After decades of studying this area, I'm STILL amazed there is a market for this kinda (very obviously) wellness woo BS.
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No evidence immigrants - including undocumented – associated with crime (on the contrary).
This isn't said enough. It is a foundational LIE used to support a host of horrible policies.
Immigration = LESS crime.
EG www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
This isn't said enough. It is a foundational LIE used to support a host of horrible policies.
Immigration = LESS crime.
EG www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
Debunking the Myth of the ‘Migrant Crime Wave’
Data does not support claims that the United States is experiencing a surge in crime caused by immigrants.
www.brennancenter.org
January 20, 2026 at 9:43 PM
No evidence immigrants - including undocumented – associated with crime (on the contrary).
This isn't said enough. It is a foundational LIE used to support a host of horrible policies.
Immigration = LESS crime.
EG www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
This isn't said enough. It is a foundational LIE used to support a host of horrible policies.
Immigration = LESS crime.
EG www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
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In an era of great power rivalry, Canada is choosing to be principled and pragmatic. To name reality, to act together, and to build what we claim to believe in.
January 20, 2026 at 7:43 PM
In an era of great power rivalry, Canada is choosing to be principled and pragmatic. To name reality, to act together, and to build what we claim to believe in.
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Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
“Researchers analyzed 43 high-quality studies, including powerful sibling comparisons that help separate medication effects from genetics and family environment.”
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
“Researchers analyzed 43 high-quality studies, including powerful sibling comparisons that help separate medication effects from genetics and family environment.”
Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol
A major new scientific review brings reassuring news for expectant parents: using acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol, during pregnancy does not increase a child’s risk of autism, ADHD, or intell...
www.sciencedaily.com
January 19, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
“Researchers analyzed 43 high-quality studies, including powerful sibling comparisons that help separate medication effects from genetics and family environment.”
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
“Researchers analyzed 43 high-quality studies, including powerful sibling comparisons that help separate medication effects from genetics and family environment.”
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Yikes! 👇
Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry, preprint claims www.science.org/content/arti... via @science.org
From study (preprint): "...industry influence in social media research is extensive, impactful, and often opaque."
Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry, preprint claims www.science.org/content/arti... via @science.org
From study (preprint): "...industry influence in social media research is extensive, impactful, and often opaque."
Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry, preprint claims
Industry-linked studies were also more likely to focus on particular topics, suggesting these ties may be skewing the field
www.science.org
January 19, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Yikes! 👇
Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry, preprint claims www.science.org/content/arti... via @science.org
From study (preprint): "...industry influence in social media research is extensive, impactful, and often opaque."
Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry, preprint claims www.science.org/content/arti... via @science.org
From study (preprint): "...industry influence in social media research is extensive, impactful, and often opaque."
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How do vaccine cutbacks affect public health? Ask Japan www.nature.com/articles/d41... by @heidiledford.bsky.social
"...flu and pneumonia deaths spike after the Japanese government stopped..."
HPV scaremongering "...is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer."
#VaccinesWork
"...flu and pneumonia deaths spike after the Japanese government stopped..."
HPV scaremongering "...is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer."
#VaccinesWork
How do vaccine cutbacks affect public health? Ask Japan
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr slashes the US childhood vaccine roster, Japan is racing to make up for lost ground after decades of setbacks.
www.nature.com
January 19, 2026 at 5:45 PM
How do vaccine cutbacks affect public health? Ask Japan www.nature.com/articles/d41... by @heidiledford.bsky.social
"...flu and pneumonia deaths spike after the Japanese government stopped..."
HPV scaremongering "...is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer."
#VaccinesWork
"...flu and pneumonia deaths spike after the Japanese government stopped..."
HPV scaremongering "...is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer."
#VaccinesWork