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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 4h

I just suggested to myself, in an irritated whisper, that some workmen drilling on the outer wall of the lecture theatre I was teaching in should "maybe shut the f*** up", forgetting that I was wearing a lapel microphone.

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Nicole Bedera @nbedera.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Whenever I see a current or former university president in the news for sexual misconduct, I think of this chart from 2015. (ABC seems to have pulled down the original Five Thirty Eight article, but here’s a Feministing blog about it.)

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Chart of the Day: College presidents think rape is only a problem at other schools

According to Inside Higher Ed’s annual survey, US college and university presidents demonstrate some very wishful thinking when it comes to sexual assault. While about a third believe that it is preva...

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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 11h

The Ku Klux Klan says support for its message is growing as it seeks to rebrand around family and faith. Al Jazeera's Phil Lavelle reports on how much influence the group really has ahead of the US midterm elections.

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Jonathan Slater @jonathanslater.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Puffins. Amazing

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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 10/09/2026

Looks like OpenAI may have stolen another mathematicians work.

Screenshot of an X post by user Valerio Capraro (@ValerioCapraro) featuring text followed by an embedded photo of a man in glasses and a dark sweater against a forested outdoor background.
The post text reads:
"BREAKING: OpenAI might have stolen another major proof.
In a detailed Mastodon post, which I report in full in the comments, Andreas Thom presents several pieces of evidence suggesting that OpenAI may have trained Astra on conversations in which he and Gábor Kun were working on Gromov's soficity conjecture, one of the ten problems OpenAI later announced Astra had solved.
I know Andreas. We met several times early in our careers. He is an exceptional mathematician, a leading expert on sofic and hyperlinear groups, and one of the most respected scholars in the field. He has spent two decades working on this problem.
If his account is correct, this is not a minor dispute over attribution. It would mean that unpublished human work was absorbed into a model and then presented to the world as a breakthrough by the model itself.
And if the allegations raised by Levent Alpöge, Tristan Buckmaster, and now Andreas Thom are all substantiated, we are no longer looking at isolated incidents.
We may be looking at one of the greatest intellectual scandals in the history of science.
AI is not discovering new mathematics.
AI is stealing human discovery."

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Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The masked men behind Kamloops’ “Got bones?” banner belong to a white-nationalist group that trains with US fascist networks tied to MAGA and promotes “remigration,” a far-right agenda pushed by Trump. Its founder told followers to “arm up now.” #cdnpoli

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Second Sons: foreign-trained in Texas with a militant US right-wing group, promoted by promoted by Trump allies

The masked men behind Kamloops' "Got bones?" banner belong to a federally registered white nationalist group that trains with US fascist fight clubs and pushes the "remigration" agenda Donald Trump ha...

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Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

If Brazil falls to the right wing today, the Trump capture of South America will be complete. The US, Israel and Russia anti-democratic forces will have greater room to concentrate operations on Mexico and Canada. Brazil’s outcome will carry global consequences for democracy.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

So did the bride disappear as soon as he put the ring on her finger?

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Orlagh O’Kelly @orlaghokelly.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Treason. “There is a word for this sabotage, for this reckless imposition of the tyranny of a small minority. We must not be afraid to use it, and reclaim it from the authoritarians of the far right.” Not a mistake these two pieces were in the Globe today www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/73871ad...

theglobeandmail.com

We must call Alberta separation what it is

It is not a movement of grievance politics. Something far more sinister is at work

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Courtney Theriault @ctheriault.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Make Alberta America again? The fantastic Globe crew unearths even deeper ties between Alberta separatists and Republican officials, including a pledge to give the U.S. some of our resources in exchange for backing sovereignty www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

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The elephant in the room

Alberta separatists have gone to D.C. offering fresh water and oil in exchange for American support – and Republican operatives have provided tactical assistance inside the province

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Well at least I can feel confident that it isn’t my MLA, the UCP’s Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, since this would require her to get off her arse and actually do something.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Ah - didn’t realise the context. My point stands for individual students but would not explain that level of no-fucks-given-ness.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Very possibly mental health struggles, resulting in students trying to do the right thing but unable to follow through.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Don’t start Friday with Wordle unless you want your day ruined.

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APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A recent anti-reconciliation rally staged near a First Nation by 30 masked men in B.C. is just the latest in a rising tide of such activity, says an expert on white supremacist groups in Canada. Hear more on APTN News Brief:

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APTN News Brief: White supremacist activity in Canada at its greatest yet, expert warns

Our lead story: a recent anti-reconciliation rally staged near a First Nation by 30 masked men in B.C. is just the latest in a rising tide of such activity, says an expert on white supremacist grou...

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Parksy @pfparks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

edmontonjournal.com/... "Albertans should worry about their access to health care. As a physician in the public system, listening to the conversations among my colleagues, I fear my children will not have the care they will actually need." Please take a moment to read 👇

edmontonjournal.com

Opinion: Who pays for Alberta’s dual-practice health care?

Who pays for the system required to make dual practice possible, and who bears the risks when it fails?

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Terrill Tailfeathers @terrilltf.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I’m at the halfway mark. $300 to go. Thanks to all who shared and to the donors. I missed way too much work on doctors’ orders and I’m behind now.

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APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and we’re live at 11 a.m. ET leading up to the special 90-minute multilingual commemoration, Remembering the Children. Watch live in English, Plains Cree, Anishinaabemowin, Kanien'kéha and Inuktitut here: www.aptnnews.ca/ourstories/r...

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Remembering the Children | APTN News

For 160 years, Indigenous children were taken and put into institutions across Canada. September 30 is a day to remember the children.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

To be clear, most of these AB separatists don’t even realise they are participating in a global fascist assault on society. Most of them are just gullible, uneducated people who are easily led, easily manipulated by the handful of truly despicable, twisted individuals seeking to profit from chaos.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

An article worth reading. “This separatist movement is a guerrilla faction of the global far right which is attacking open societies across the world.” I could not agree more.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Turned on the hockey to find a bully behind the bench and a rapist on the first line. Cheered up when I noticed most of the crowd wearing orange shirts, only to learn that they are construction vests to celebrate 10 years since Rogers Place was built. Of course, 1st intermission sponsored by Wegovy.

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Friends of Medicare @friendsofmedicare.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This Calgary anesthesiologist hits the nail on the head re: Bill 11!🎯 "All physicians take an oath to 'do no harm.' Yet under dual practice, those with money will be treated before those who are very sick and need it most." edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...

edmontonjournal.com

Opinion: Who pays for Alberta’s dual-practice health care?

Who pays for the system required to make dual practice possible, and who bears the risks when it fails?

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Disappointed, but not at all surprised, to receive an official Alberta Government pamphlet in the mail titled "Stand up for a stronger Alberta; Your guide to the 2026 referendum", in which the UCP cry about how unfair everything is and push every single viewpoint of the racist separatists. Pathetic.

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Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

In a proper country, this would be the moment AOC becomes President.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

An "honour system" wouldn't work here either. Impound their vehicle. Maximise the inconvenience.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

As I watch the aggressiveness of drivers in Alberta continue to increase, I am now firmly of the belief that far more widespread use should be made of licence suspensions. People don't care about fines. Drive aggressively or inconsiderately? You're not driving anywhere for 2 weeks. That will work.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We pay enough taxes to ensure that when we call an ambulance, it arrives within 15 minutes. But instead of funding healthcare and EMS properly, Smith is using our taxes to line her own pockets and those of her already-rich grifter pals. People are dying unnecessarily as a result. Get the UCP out.

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Alex Wild @alexwild.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Cornell University treating Gaza protestors more harshly than gang rapists is a real statement of values. It’s almost like violent domination by the powerful is the core belief of leadership.

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Abilu Tangwa. @abilutangwa.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Stop saying “the planet is dying.” It’s not. It’s being deliberately destroyed by corporations and executives who choose short-term profit over life. This isn’t a natural crisis. It’s a greed crisis with names and addresses. #ClimateJustice #StopEcocide

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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Denmark is trolling Trump.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Only marginally less than what I got .

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I could use the $3000 to get access to a Mraiche clinic. Money in Sam's hipper. Dani gets her cut. Another bike off Alberta's roads. It's the Alberta way.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Almost 9 weeks post-accident. Clavicle still completely broken and needs surgery. Right arm useless for 2 months. No contact from a surgeon yet. That's healthcare in AB these days. Insurance company will pay $3000 for my bike. New replacement $13,000, similar used $6000. Doesn't come close. FFS. 🤬

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

University of Alberta: “Hold my beer!”

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Duane Bratt🇨🇦 @duanebratt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today is the last day to request a special ballot (mail-in) for the referendum. Election day will be a complete mess, so avoid the lines and vote by mail. specialballot.elections.ab.ca/index/8400

specialballot.elections.ab.ca

Special Ballot Request · Voter Registration Portal

voter registration election elector register

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Useful context for Alberta’s anti-inmigrant referendum questions. We are not being “flooded” with newcomers. And scapegoating immigrants for longstanding structural problems with our public health care system, in particular, is gutter politics. #cdnpoli #abpoli #notothenine.

ca.finance.yahoo.com

Canada's population growth slows to lowest level in 80 years

The population is also aging with the median age now at 40.9 years

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I hope people in BC are paying attention to what is happening in AB. Everyone still pays taxes but unless you can afford private healthcare, you’ll be waiting a long, long time for a doc in the under-funded public system. Tax cash diverted to private, for-profit clinics. People dying while waiting.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This is absolutely disgraceful. The Federal Liberals have reached the UCP-lite stage, and they’re not slowing down. Alongside PP, @mark-carney.bsky.social is still the lesser of two evils, but the gap is getting smaller by the day. Canada needs @avilewis.ca.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This hits hard - I almost died in a bike accident two months ago. No reason other than pure chance that I’m still here and Darren Markland is not. RIP sir.

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Dr. Andy Holt @drandyholt.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Looks like a gorgeous day - makes for stunning pics.

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