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I shall wear the bottoms of my trousers rolled.
- T.S. Eliot
People exploiting Prufrock grievances are dragging us all to the ending of Hollow Men.
Canadian in Canada.
- T.S. Eliot
People exploiting Prufrock grievances are dragging us all to the ending of Hollow Men.
Canadian in Canada.
Excuse the long tangent - all to say that LPG vs crude transport differ in terms of immediate risks, long-term risks, and potential affected area size.
In the end the people who live/work there have to decide on what they're willing to tolerate.
In the end the people who live/work there have to decide on what they're willing to tolerate.
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Excuse the long tangent - all to say that LPG vs crude transport differ in terms of immediate risks, long-term risks, and potential affected area size.
In the end the people who live/work there have to decide on what they're willing to tolerate.
In the end the people who live/work there have to decide on what they're willing to tolerate.
The area affected by long-lived compounds will of course depend on ocean currents and wildlife migration (for bioaccumulation). So, excluding an area from a route doesn't necessarily protect it from consequences.
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
The area affected by long-lived compounds will of course depend on ocean currents and wildlife migration (for bioaccumulation). So, excluding an area from a route doesn't necessarily protect it from consequences.
failure could also result in fire/explosion, short-mid term exclusion of air from coated surfaces. Compared to LPG, the larger complex structures in crude oil can be more difficult to biodegrade. Biodegradation is slower at colder environmental temperature.
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
failure could also result in fire/explosion, short-mid term exclusion of air from coated surfaces. Compared to LPG, the larger complex structures in crude oil can be more difficult to biodegrade. Biodegradation is slower at colder environmental temperature.
evaporate can be easily degraded by microbes. So the expected long-term effect & potential bioaccumulation is rather small.
Crude oil on the other hand is a mixture of larger hydrocarbons, including polyaromatics. The exact composition depends on source & processing. A catastrophic
Crude oil on the other hand is a mixture of larger hydrocarbons, including polyaromatics. The exact composition depends on source & processing. A catastrophic
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
evaporate can be easily degraded by microbes. So the expected long-term effect & potential bioaccumulation is rather small.
Crude oil on the other hand is a mixture of larger hydrocarbons, including polyaromatics. The exact composition depends on source & processing. A catastrophic
Crude oil on the other hand is a mixture of larger hydrocarbons, including polyaromatics. The exact composition depends on source & processing. A catastrophic
compounds, which can evaporate. A catastrophic failure might lead to explosion, suffocation (dependent on prevailing winds?). If there's some kind of leak/release into the environment, the LPG can evaporate. Because of its composition, stuff that don't
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
compounds, which can evaporate. A catastrophic failure might lead to explosion, suffocation (dependent on prevailing winds?). If there's some kind of leak/release into the environment, the LPG can evaporate. Because of its composition, stuff that don't
the same length as a low-mid Refined/crude oil tanker (Panamax, Aframax at 200-250m; Suezmax at 275m). I don't know what size LPG tankers are being used at the port.
Of course the risks and hazards of LPG vs crude oil transport & failure also differ.
LPG is a mixture of smaller non-aromatic
Of course the risks and hazards of LPG vs crude oil transport & failure also differ.
LPG is a mixture of smaller non-aromatic
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
the same length as a low-mid Refined/crude oil tanker (Panamax, Aframax at 200-250m; Suezmax at 275m). I don't know what size LPG tankers are being used at the port.
Of course the risks and hazards of LPG vs crude oil transport & failure also differ.
LPG is a mixture of smaller non-aromatic
Of course the risks and hazards of LPG vs crude oil transport & failure also differ.
LPG is a mixture of smaller non-aromatic
It's good to get clarification on the potential route.
The article mentions LPG transport and the need to consider the economics of tanker size.
That's definitely important because it seems that the largest LPG tanker (VLGC, 230-250m long) is abt
The article mentions LPG transport and the need to consider the economics of tanker size.
That's definitely important because it seems that the largest LPG tanker (VLGC, 230-250m long) is abt
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 AM
It's good to get clarification on the potential route.
The article mentions LPG transport and the need to consider the economics of tanker size.
That's definitely important because it seems that the largest LPG tanker (VLGC, 230-250m long) is abt
The article mentions LPG transport and the need to consider the economics of tanker size.
That's definitely important because it seems that the largest LPG tanker (VLGC, 230-250m long) is abt
And if AI adoption leads to job losses, then how many can afford, or would even want a subscription? It's marketed as a productivity aid. How will it make someone who's unemployed be more "productive"?
It seems to me that AI is planting the seeds of its own demise.
It seems to me that AI is planting the seeds of its own demise.
November 26, 2025 at 5:53 AM
And if AI adoption leads to job losses, then how many can afford, or would even want a subscription? It's marketed as a productivity aid. How will it make someone who's unemployed be more "productive"?
It seems to me that AI is planting the seeds of its own demise.
It seems to me that AI is planting the seeds of its own demise.
So the model:
"user numbers on an S-curve that by 2030 reaches 3bn, “equivalent to 44 per cent of the world’s adult population” ex China."
3bn paid subscribers, how realistic is that? I think Microsoft 365 - a ubiquitous software only has 350M subscribers.
"user numbers on an S-curve that by 2030 reaches 3bn, “equivalent to 44 per cent of the world’s adult population” ex China."
3bn paid subscribers, how realistic is that? I think Microsoft 365 - a ubiquitous software only has 350M subscribers.
November 26, 2025 at 5:53 AM
So the model:
"user numbers on an S-curve that by 2030 reaches 3bn, “equivalent to 44 per cent of the world’s adult population” ex China."
3bn paid subscribers, how realistic is that? I think Microsoft 365 - a ubiquitous software only has 350M subscribers.
"user numbers on an S-curve that by 2030 reaches 3bn, “equivalent to 44 per cent of the world’s adult population” ex China."
3bn paid subscribers, how realistic is that? I think Microsoft 365 - a ubiquitous software only has 350M subscribers.
The UCP's definition of "leftist" is anyone who's against their agenda.
I hope you're right - in that something has shifted in Alberta. That their constituents have had enough of UCP's vandalism.
I hope you're right - in that something has shifted in Alberta. That their constituents have had enough of UCP's vandalism.
November 26, 2025 at 3:57 AM
The UCP's definition of "leftist" is anyone who's against their agenda.
I hope you're right - in that something has shifted in Alberta. That their constituents have had enough of UCP's vandalism.
I hope you're right - in that something has shifted in Alberta. That their constituents have had enough of UCP's vandalism.
I've only started learning the language, so I hope I'm saying this right:
Mais non, tabernac!
Mais non, tabernac!
November 26, 2025 at 3:49 AM
I've only started learning the language, so I hope I'm saying this right:
Mais non, tabernac!
Mais non, tabernac!
I bet the only reason the US toned down their threats to Ukraine was because someone reminded the US administration of the multi-billion dollar losses in defense contracts.
It's just another reminder that the US is no longer trustworthy. These insider "deals" translate to loss of lives.
It's just another reminder that the US is no longer trustworthy. These insider "deals" translate to loss of lives.
November 25, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I bet the only reason the US toned down their threats to Ukraine was because someone reminded the US administration of the multi-billion dollar losses in defense contracts.
It's just another reminder that the US is no longer trustworthy. These insider "deals" translate to loss of lives.
It's just another reminder that the US is no longer trustworthy. These insider "deals" translate to loss of lives.
These insider-type deals is a manifestation of the Epstein mindset.
They give each other tips on how to manipulate their targets. They make secret arrangements on the side to benefit themselves & their friends. Here it's clear that the US administration considers Putin their friend.
They give each other tips on how to manipulate their targets. They make secret arrangements on the side to benefit themselves & their friends. Here it's clear that the US administration considers Putin their friend.
November 25, 2025 at 9:08 PM
These insider-type deals is a manifestation of the Epstein mindset.
They give each other tips on how to manipulate their targets. They make secret arrangements on the side to benefit themselves & their friends. Here it's clear that the US administration considers Putin their friend.
They give each other tips on how to manipulate their targets. They make secret arrangements on the side to benefit themselves & their friends. Here it's clear that the US administration considers Putin their friend.
It's why I tend to pay attention to Elizabeth May, even if I don't vote Green. To me, it seems like she doesn't place politics above the common good. She doesn't seem to get rattled by rumours. She doesn't let the CPC or anyone else push her buttons.
November 25, 2025 at 2:15 AM
It's why I tend to pay attention to Elizabeth May, even if I don't vote Green. To me, it seems like she doesn't place politics above the common good. She doesn't seem to get rattled by rumours. She doesn't let the CPC or anyone else push her buttons.
to gain seats. So no one countered the misinformation & constant hysteria. Those messages were so loud & unrelenting, the bill became toxic & had to be dropped. A huge disappointment.
We're living with the consequences of these political games.
We're living with the consequences of these political games.
November 25, 2025 at 2:15 AM
to gain seats. So no one countered the misinformation & constant hysteria. Those messages were so loud & unrelenting, the bill became toxic & had to be dropped. A huge disappointment.
We're living with the consequences of these political games.
We're living with the consequences of these political games.
I don't know if it's always to protect wealthy people.
Example:
During the Capital Gains tax debate there was messaging that it was anti-labor, that it would hurt primary care doctor recruitment.
It was unfortunate that at the same time, the NDP thought they could take advantage of Liberal weakness
Example:
During the Capital Gains tax debate there was messaging that it was anti-labor, that it would hurt primary care doctor recruitment.
It was unfortunate that at the same time, the NDP thought they could take advantage of Liberal weakness
November 25, 2025 at 2:15 AM
I don't know if it's always to protect wealthy people.
Example:
During the Capital Gains tax debate there was messaging that it was anti-labor, that it would hurt primary care doctor recruitment.
It was unfortunate that at the same time, the NDP thought they could take advantage of Liberal weakness
Example:
During the Capital Gains tax debate there was messaging that it was anti-labor, that it would hurt primary care doctor recruitment.
It was unfortunate that at the same time, the NDP thought they could take advantage of Liberal weakness
If I were Dale Nally, I'd be worried.
It appears that Nally's behaviour was objectionable enough that someone who was previously apolitical has now initiated a petition.
That's a huge change in engagement level.
It appears that Nally's behaviour was objectionable enough that someone who was previously apolitical has now initiated a petition.
That's a huge change in engagement level.
November 25, 2025 at 12:52 AM
If I were Dale Nally, I'd be worried.
It appears that Nally's behaviour was objectionable enough that someone who was previously apolitical has now initiated a petition.
That's a huge change in engagement level.
It appears that Nally's behaviour was objectionable enough that someone who was previously apolitical has now initiated a petition.
That's a huge change in engagement level.
Unfortunately, if the economic realignment fails because of sabotage, then ideals like environmentalism will be the last thing on people's minds.
"No man can worship God or love his neighbor on an empty stomach."
-W. Wilson
"No man can worship God or love his neighbor on an empty stomach."
-W. Wilson
November 25, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Unfortunately, if the economic realignment fails because of sabotage, then ideals like environmentalism will be the last thing on people's minds.
"No man can worship God or love his neighbor on an empty stomach."
-W. Wilson
"No man can worship God or love his neighbor on an empty stomach."
-W. Wilson
I agree. Ideally, I'd appreciate straightforwardness & candor.
But, the rigamarole seems necessary because of the times we live in & the behaviour of Conservative leadership.
We have to work within the circumstances as they are, not as we wish them to be.
But, the rigamarole seems necessary because of the times we live in & the behaviour of Conservative leadership.
We have to work within the circumstances as they are, not as we wish them to be.
November 25, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I agree. Ideally, I'd appreciate straightforwardness & candor.
But, the rigamarole seems necessary because of the times we live in & the behaviour of Conservative leadership.
We have to work within the circumstances as they are, not as we wish them to be.
But, the rigamarole seems necessary because of the times we live in & the behaviour of Conservative leadership.
We have to work within the circumstances as they are, not as we wish them to be.
Oh... Richard shouldn't feel bad.
I feel the same way, man.
I feel the same way, man.
November 25, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Oh... Richard shouldn't feel bad.
I feel the same way, man.
I feel the same way, man.
3) Smith's won the leadership through support from right-wing/convoy-type/separatist activists. Her policies support the grievances of these activists.
Why is that flavour of activism ok, but "activists" criticizing her government villified?
Why is that flavour of activism ok, but "activists" criticizing her government villified?
November 24, 2025 at 9:34 PM
3) Smith's won the leadership through support from right-wing/convoy-type/separatist activists. Her policies support the grievances of these activists.
Why is that flavour of activism ok, but "activists" criticizing her government villified?
Why is that flavour of activism ok, but "activists" criticizing her government villified?
2) If using the NWC wasn't taken lightly, then the gov shouldn't have forced it through in a day. They could've legislated return to work & kept negotiations open. They could've consulted the trans community. Instead, they stifled debate.
They only claim to take it seriously bec people are unhappy.
They only claim to take it seriously bec people are unhappy.
November 24, 2025 at 9:16 PM
2) If using the NWC wasn't taken lightly, then the gov shouldn't have forced it through in a day. They could've legislated return to work & kept negotiations open. They could've consulted the trans community. Instead, they stifled debate.
They only claim to take it seriously bec people are unhappy.
They only claim to take it seriously bec people are unhappy.
1) Why does the MLA think policy disagreement isn't a basis for a recall?
If constituents strongly disagree with government policies, then the policies don't represent the constituents. And if the MLA still pushes these policies, then the MLA might not be representative of the people.
If constituents strongly disagree with government policies, then the policies don't represent the constituents. And if the MLA still pushes these policies, then the MLA might not be representative of the people.
November 24, 2025 at 9:16 PM
1) Why does the MLA think policy disagreement isn't a basis for a recall?
If constituents strongly disagree with government policies, then the policies don't represent the constituents. And if the MLA still pushes these policies, then the MLA might not be representative of the people.
If constituents strongly disagree with government policies, then the policies don't represent the constituents. And if the MLA still pushes these policies, then the MLA might not be representative of the people.