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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Happy 10th anniversary to all those who celebrate

davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Guy on Jeopardy missed this daily double about the Canadian geographic region called the GTA. He guessed "What is Alberta?" Also, shout out to @theglobeandmail.com

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Yeah, the history is really interesting! (A few other streets like that in the area too) But it does create a dead zone between areas, which is too bad

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

This is a very good stretch of garage murals, making the most of a poorly planned street (garages backing onto Dundas!)

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The World Cup costs would also be a persistent question

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

A university professor should know the power and value of words, and to use them with care. Disappointing from anyone, but especially considering the source.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Is this being confused for the revolving prison door story??? #VoteSideshowBob

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The contrast between the potential devastation in Iran and Artemis exploration is striking. On the one hand there is the threat of civilizational annihilation, driven by hubris and ego. On the other is a perspective of shared humanity that inspires awe and humility. I know what I choose.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

This requires photo proof of you as a Cineplex cast member, along with your favourite movie on the name tag

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

1) Your photos are great! 2) I would be interested in east end photos (Greenwood Park tunnel!) PS thanks for sharing these

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

We're two years away from having live onscreen Polymarket/Kalshi odds for the Oscars, aren't we?

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

My industry sources are telling me the stars are coming out to shine

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

The article would have been stronger, and more ethical, if the Atlantic had provided ongoing counselling to the journalist, as well as follow-up counselling.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

When a betting app makes huge margins on a given type of bet, like same-game sports parlays, you are almost certainly not the special little boy who can beat them at their game. If it provides a little thrill to watch a game with a parlay, ok, but do not see it as a means to pay bills. It won't.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Also very important to learn the framework of +EV/-EV. The overwhelming majority of sports game betting lines are set *really well* and are not beatable in the long-term, especially for casual followers. That's -EV (expected value)

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

In a previous life I played lots of poker, and was pretty good at it and profitable. Some important lessons from that experience that deserve coverage in this story: Everyone who gambles, even as a minor hobby, should start by learning about proper bankroll management. Number one problem, by far

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Lots to recommend in this story, as it offers a good look at common gambling pitfalls that are now really common when there's a casino in everyone's pocket, and policies and regulations can't keep up

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

It remains unexplained why a convention centre, which hosts indoor activities where people tend not to engage outdoors, ought to be on the water

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Yesterday I showed my nephew, a 7-year-old who is pretty good at chess, the movie the Queen of Katwe, and look who shows up

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

The area where they are *increasing* points is with premium formats (IMAX etc...), highlighting how important it is to their bottom line

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Following disappointing Q4 earnings and closing multiple theatres (one in Toronto and one in NB), Cineplex announces it is devaluing its Scene+ points. On most items the same amount of money will now earn three points rather than five, a 40 per cent cut

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

I hope they're filming, because if Canada wins hockey gold while people are waiting in line for Nirvanna merch outside the Rivoli they'll get great footage

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Randy heard I was interested in journalism when I was 14, and invited me to shadow him at the Star for a day. I'm sure there's many stories like that of his kindness and generosity.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

The Olympics are a good time to remember the late Randy Starkman, the Toronto Star amateur sports reporter who passed away too young at age 51 in 2012.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The last screening at the Beaches Cinema

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

They don't know the timeline on the Harvey's yet but it will be around longer than the theatre -- chatted with an employee

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The only place where there isn't a party in this theatre is this sad room

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Let it be noted this happened in Olivia Chow's Toronto

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

I can faithfully report that at the last night of the Beaches Cinema, Harvey's next door is PACKED

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

If you are an elder millennial who can identify the different models of Toronto streetcars and the historic branding changes of Sankofa Square, then Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is really the film for you (and me)

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Fox Theatre with a younger-than-typical demo today for NTBTSTM, really good energy

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

🫡 Sadly they weren't distributing their old posters when I was there yesterday

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Booked my tickets to the last-ever movie at the Cineplex Beaches Cinema (CRIME 101)

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

It is so nice to have a movie theatre within walking distance, and sucks to see it close.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Bigger picture angle here that public inquiries, once a prominent tool for governments of the 90s and 00s, are less common now, and why that might be.

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

I am also shocked that James Patterson would put his name on a cash-in

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

It's hard to take New Hampshire too seriously when you remember their state motto sounds like a Goosebumps book

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

THE KNIGHTS AND KNAVES RIDDLE You encounter two doors and two guards. One is a liar and one tells the truth. What question would you ask to determine which way to go? SIR MIX-A-LOT: Guard, how do you feel about big butts?

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

When it comes to trade deals and the US and Canada, it is instructive to see which commentators think only the US has agency

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John Michael McGrath @jm-mcgrath.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

New from me at TVO, refusing to grant the premise that this city's subway-mongers of the 2010s were right. amp.tvo.org/article/analysis-lets-pump-the-brakes-on-talk-of-subways-subways-subways-in-toronto

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ANALYSIS: Let’s pump the brakes on talk of ‘subways, subways, subways’ in Toronto | TVO Today

Now that the Finch West LRT is open, various people have decided to relitigate the decision to build light rail. Can we please put this discourse to rest already?

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

The Jays should have let Ohtani's dog Decoy choose his favourite logo

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davidhains.bsky.social @davidhains.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

It's one thing to have a verbal flub or be confused about what the next item is -- these things can happen in broadcast news. The more egregious issue here is only presenting the POV of the administration for Sen. Kelly's demotion, not giving him the space to respond to "seditious" allegations.

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