Peter Louwe
@peterlouwe.bsky.social
Still looking for a social media platform that's decent. blue sky was promising but failed. Barely functional, it caves into powerful bullies.
Former news guy still interested in the world.
Former news guy still interested in the world.
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NEW — I put together a list of independent journalism subscriptions that would make great holiday gifts. From music to politics, astronomy to alcohol, tech to social justice, there’s something for [almost] everyone. Support indie media *and* surprise and delight your loved ones!
My guide:
My guide:
Giving the gift of independent journalism: a guide
The Handbasket has subscription suggestions for almost everyone on your list.
www.thehandbasket.co
December 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
NEW — I put together a list of independent journalism subscriptions that would make great holiday gifts. From music to politics, astronomy to alcohol, tech to social justice, there’s something for [almost] everyone. Support indie media *and* surprise and delight your loved ones!
My guide:
My guide:
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Lincoln: Guilbeault's principled resignation merits praise and support montrealgazette.com/opinion/op_e...
December 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Lincoln: Guilbeault's principled resignation merits praise and support montrealgazette.com/opinion/op_e...
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We can expect Carney to do everything possible to crush peaceful protest against his pet projects over the coming few years.
We'll have the Charter on our side, but it will come down to judges and lawyers.
We'll have the Charter on our side, but it will come down to judges and lawyers.
Several Just Stop Oil protesters have been imprisoned for contempt of court after trying to explain their motivations. If a judge rules that the right to protest isn’t a valid defence, even mentioning why you acted can be a whole new offence.
Listen to the full episode now: pod.fo/e/35277d
Listen to the full episode now: pod.fo/e/35277d
December 6, 2025 at 3:32 PM
We can expect Carney to do everything possible to crush peaceful protest against his pet projects over the coming few years.
We'll have the Charter on our side, but it will come down to judges and lawyers.
We'll have the Charter on our side, but it will come down to judges and lawyers.
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Self Portrait with Felt Hat - 1887
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/14129
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/14129
December 6, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Self Portrait with Felt Hat - 1887
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/14129
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/14129
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Eby talked a big game, but is already reversing course, weakening his position to appease Carney. This isn't a surprise, he’s letting foreign multi-nationals steal our resources, why not Danielle Smith? Join us to fight back and protect our coastline from this disastrous pipeline bcgreens.ca/join
December 6, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Eby talked a big game, but is already reversing course, weakening his position to appease Carney. This isn't a surprise, he’s letting foreign multi-nationals steal our resources, why not Danielle Smith? Join us to fight back and protect our coastline from this disastrous pipeline bcgreens.ca/join
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I love footballball but FIFA and Fascism is simply not worth it. I will not go to America or watch the games on Telly. I will #boycottTheWorldCup money makers.
December 6, 2025 at 10:28 AM
I love footballball but FIFA and Fascism is simply not worth it. I will not go to America or watch the games on Telly. I will #boycottTheWorldCup money makers.
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FIFA removing Infantino for inventing a fake award is like the mafia firing someone for “ethical concerns.”
December 6, 2025 at 11:36 AM
FIFA removing Infantino for inventing a fake award is like the mafia firing someone for “ethical concerns.”
It's good vs evil. The Whitecaps, with the decency and sportsmanship of Thomas Muller against the selfish prima donna Messi.
Will Vancouver Whitecaps fans be dancing into the afternoon and night tomorrow?
MLS Cup on the docket. Miami. Vancouver.
Does it get much better?
We preview it all on @CANSoccerDaily
📺 youtu.be/1Rti3eN8EWk?...
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MLS Cup on the docket. Miami. Vancouver.
Does it get much better?
We preview it all on @CANSoccerDaily
📺 youtu.be/1Rti3eN8EWk?...
🎧 podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/n...
December 6, 2025 at 1:44 PM
It's good vs evil. The Whitecaps, with the decency and sportsmanship of Thomas Muller against the selfish prima donna Messi.
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I’m quite sad that this will be the third World Cup in a row that FIFA have robbed any possibility of enjoyment from. I love football, but there’s just no way I can watch knowing that it’s for sale to any tyrant who wants to sports-wash their regime. FIFA’s corruption is matched only by the hosts.
December 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
I’m quite sad that this will be the third World Cup in a row that FIFA have robbed any possibility of enjoyment from. I love football, but there’s just no way I can watch knowing that it’s for sale to any tyrant who wants to sports-wash their regime. FIFA’s corruption is matched only by the hosts.
This is the photo for 2025. Crime syndicate gives fake award to corrupt politician for imagined accomplishments.
FIFA made up this fake award to placate Trump, and look how happy he is about it.
Our president is a 4 year old.
Our president is a 4 year old.
December 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
This is the photo for 2025. Crime syndicate gives fake award to corrupt politician for imagined accomplishments.
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Dah-ling, we must keep infecting the children to get more data. And I need more puh-blications.
December 5, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Dah-ling, we must keep infecting the children to get more data. And I need more puh-blications.
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Police always get more and libraries always get less. Here’s an idea: Tie the budget for police and libraries so if you raise the budget for police, you have to raise it for #PublicLibraries the same amount. #MunicipalBudget #YYJ
December 3, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Police always get more and libraries always get less. Here’s an idea: Tie the budget for police and libraries so if you raise the budget for police, you have to raise it for #PublicLibraries the same amount. #MunicipalBudget #YYJ
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Finally sinking in - the US and Russia are allies and the west goes on without it.
The headline, the main takeaway from a European viewpoint is this:
The transatlantic relationship as we know it is over. Yes, we kinda knew this. But this is now official US White House policy. Not a sppech, not a statement. The West as it used to be no longer exists.
The transatlantic relationship as we know it is over. Yes, we kinda knew this. But this is now official US White House policy. Not a sppech, not a statement. The West as it used to be no longer exists.
December 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Finally sinking in - the US and Russia are allies and the west goes on without it.
Disgraced former hockey star is a perfect choice for organized crime syndicate's latest scam.
In honor of Wayne Gretzky performing the World Cup draw later 😅
December 5, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Disgraced former hockey star is a perfect choice for organized crime syndicate's latest scam.
Vaccines only go so far when public health is pro-infection.
Not one fucking word from any quoted health expert on cleaning classroom air.
Yes, talk about vaccines, ofc that's important.
But there's something else we could talk about here: a measure that protects everyone but doesn't trigger endless debates on the choice to vaccinate.
Clean classroom air!
Yes, talk about vaccines, ofc that's important.
But there's something else we could talk about here: a measure that protects everyone but doesn't trigger endless debates on the choice to vaccinate.
Clean classroom air!
Children’s hospitals face flood of flu visits as physicians urge Canadian families to get vaccinated | CBC News
An early start to Canada’s flu season is hitting children hard, sending a flood of young patients into multiple pediatric hospitals as medical teams warn that emergency visits and admissions could kee...
www.cbc.ca
December 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Vaccines only go so far when public health is pro-infection.
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Carney was UN's special envoy on climate action. His policy changes as Canada's PM will ensure the country will miss all climate goals, says @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social who resigned from Carney's cabinet in protest.
Story with @daniellebochove.bsky.social
🎁🔗 www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Story with @daniellebochove.bsky.social
🎁🔗 www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Carney Defector Says ‘No Way’ Canada Can Meet Climate Goals Now
Ex-minister Steven Guilbeault said the government’s recent policy decisions put its targets for 2030, 2035 and even 2050 out of reach.
www.bloomberg.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Carney was UN's special envoy on climate action. His policy changes as Canada's PM will ensure the country will miss all climate goals, says @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social who resigned from Carney's cabinet in protest.
Story with @daniellebochove.bsky.social
🎁🔗 www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Story with @daniellebochove.bsky.social
🎁🔗 www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Mark Carney has proven exactly the kind of petrostate sell-out that my lefty friends warned he'd be.
Ignored since the federal election, an arms-length expert body set up to advise the federal government on the energy transition is collapsing, with the latest pipeline agreement between Canada and Alberta representing the final straw. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/04/n...
Federal net-zero body falling apart in wake of Alberta-Ottawa deal
Two prominent members of the Net-Zero Advisory Body, including its chair, have resigned this week, citing a lack of influence over a government that’s increasingly pulling back on climate action.
www.nationalobserver.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Mark Carney has proven exactly the kind of petrostate sell-out that my lefty friends warned he'd be.
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Spotify has laid off thousands in recent years, while reportedly paying artists $0.003 per stream.
Spotify profits rose 28% in Q3. Its CEO is worth $9.8 billion. It's making money off ICE recruitment ads.
Don't you think it's time put a wrap on corporate greed and exploitation?
Spotify profits rose 28% in Q3. Its CEO is worth $9.8 billion. It's making money off ICE recruitment ads.
Don't you think it's time put a wrap on corporate greed and exploitation?
December 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Spotify has laid off thousands in recent years, while reportedly paying artists $0.003 per stream.
Spotify profits rose 28% in Q3. Its CEO is worth $9.8 billion. It's making money off ICE recruitment ads.
Don't you think it's time put a wrap on corporate greed and exploitation?
Spotify profits rose 28% in Q3. Its CEO is worth $9.8 billion. It's making money off ICE recruitment ads.
Don't you think it's time put a wrap on corporate greed and exploitation?
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Pretty much, right? #canadasky #cdnpoli
December 4, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Pretty much, right? #canadasky #cdnpoli
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This resignation is worth noting. @simondonner.bsky.social is a man of impeccable integrity. If he is saying the process, and the politics, is compromised and broken, that does not bode well for climate action in Carney's Canada.
www.theenergymix.com/breaking-don...
www.theenergymix.com/breaking-don...
BREAKING: Donner Resigns as Co-Chair of Canada’s Net-Zero Advisory Body
University of British Columbia climate scientist Simon Donner has resigned as co-chair of Canada’s Net-Zero Advisory Body (NZAB).
www.theenergymix.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This resignation is worth noting. @simondonner.bsky.social is a man of impeccable integrity. If he is saying the process, and the politics, is compromised and broken, that does not bode well for climate action in Carney's Canada.
www.theenergymix.com/breaking-don...
www.theenergymix.com/breaking-don...
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"The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm."
~ Aldous Huxley
The Tow Path at Argenteuil
🎨 Claude Monet (1875)
~ Aldous Huxley
The Tow Path at Argenteuil
🎨 Claude Monet (1875)
December 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM
"The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm."
~ Aldous Huxley
The Tow Path at Argenteuil
🎨 Claude Monet (1875)
~ Aldous Huxley
The Tow Path at Argenteuil
🎨 Claude Monet (1875)
It is winterpeg but October?
Canadiens and Jets to play outdoor game in Winnipeg in October 2026 montrealgazette.com/sports/hocke...
December 4, 2025 at 11:41 PM
It is winterpeg but October?
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Reaper - 1885
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/13781
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/13781
December 4, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Reaper - 1885
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/13781
https://botfrens.com/collections/46/contents/13781
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The Net-Zero Advisory Body is *legally* mandated to consult on Canada’s climate plans but has been completely ignored by Carney and Dabrusin. It appears that it is being bled dry — and now two of its most prominent members have quit in frustration.
Federal net-zero body falling apart in wake of Alberta-Ottawa deal
Two prominent members of the Net-Zero Advisory Body, including its chair, have resigned this week, citing a lack of influence over a government that’s increasingly pulling back on climate action.
www.nationalobserver.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:20 PM
The Net-Zero Advisory Body is *legally* mandated to consult on Canada’s climate plans but has been completely ignored by Carney and Dabrusin. It appears that it is being bled dry — and now two of its most prominent members have quit in frustration.