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I'm an irritated academic who is increasingly dismayed by the general lack of critical thinking skills displayed by the general public in the United States. 🌉 bridged from mastodon.online/@isotope239 on the fediverse by fed.brid.gy

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Chuck Darwin @cdarwin.c.im.ap.brid.gy · 13h
US inflation jumped in September, and by more than expected, as the soaring cost of motor fuel pushed up the cost of living. The US Consumer Prices Index roses by 3.7% in the year to September, up from 3.4% in August. Economists had forecast a smaller rise, to 3.6%. Prices rose by 0.6% in […]
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12h
Trump's illegal war is expanding
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Madeleine Bonsma-Fisher, PhD @mbonsma.bsky.social · 13h
Extremely cool postdoctoral fellowship opportunity with one of the all-time greats in the field, Dr. Eric Miller at the University of Toronto. Help take transportation modelling to the future by giving bicycles the attention they deserve in our quantitative models! #BikeTO #BikeSky #PhDSky
Active Travel Analysis & Planning Using an Advanced Activity/Travel Demand Model System: A Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunity

The University of Toronto Transportation Research Institute (UTTRI, https://uttri.utoronto.ca/) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow (PDF) to play a leading role in a two-year Canadian Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council Alliance-Advantage project. The project involves: developing new models of bicycle route and mode choice; implementing these models in an advanced, operational agent-based microsimulation activity/travel demand forecasting system for the Greater Toronto-Hamilton Area (GTHA); and using this model system to develop effective bicycle policies and infrastructure for improving sustainable and equitable accessibility and mobility within the region. The PDF will work under the supervision of Prof. Eric Miller, cosupervised by Profs. Shoshanna Saxe and Timothy Chan.

The successful candidate must have demonstrated strong experience in discrete choice modelling and, more generally, travel demand modelling. Experience in bicycle modelling and planning is desirable, as is experience with machine learning methods. The candidate must have strong communication and project management skills, and be able to work effectively in a team environment.

The University of Toronto is consistently ranked in the top 20-25 universities in the world. The Toronto metropolitan region is the largest in Canada and has consistently been the fastest growing major North American urban region, providing an excellent “living laboratory” for
studying urban dynamics and policy formation.

Applicants should submit their CV, graduate school transcripts and a one-page (maximum) statement of qualifications and interest in the position by email to Prof. Eric Miller, eric.miller@utoronto.ca. International applications are welcome, but the applicants must have completed their PhD within five years of their appointment date.
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12h
🧵 Musk is a massive problem.
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tomwellborn3rd @wellborn.net · 13h
Ted Lieu asked a simple thing: which state did she pass the bar in? Bar exams happen in US states, not in China. A real attorney answers in two seconds with a state name. Fuckface's press secretary needed a geography lesson and a lawyer. Which one will she hire first?
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Democrats Abroad Madagascar @democratsabroadmadagascar.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13h
1/ 🌽 Nebraska is stepping into the national spotlight this November, with competitive races that could shape the balance of power in Congress! ️🌍 Voting from abroad? Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to complete your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) and request […] [Original post on mastodon.social]
Nebraska campaign graphic endorsing Osborn for Senate and Powell for U.S. House (NE‑02), blue state silhouette with two checkmark icons and Democrats Abroad logo.
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Prof. Sam Lawler @sundogplanets.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13h
It was -7C according to my (very old, mercury) thermometer when I went out to do chores this morning. Quite a bit colder than forecast SIGH. I hope the few tomato plants still hanging on in the greenhouse didn't freeze, because we didn't pick them clean yet...
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The Funny Pages @thefunnypages.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13h
Air Hawk and the Flying Doctors by John Dixon #comicstrip #airhawk #comicstrips
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Snark worth reading. “It was bad. Toe-curlingly, don’t-know-where-to-look bad. At least Leavitt had delivered her propaganda hot. Evidently Trump’s communications team have found new and ingenious ways to torture reporters.” […]
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 14/10/2026
Attorney General Phil Weiser issues public advisory on e-bike regulations coag.gov/press-releases/attorney-ge…
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 14/10/2026
AG Brown multistate letter supports internet for schools and libraries as FCC considers cuts www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-releases/a…
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AG Brown multistate letter supports internet for schools and libraries as FCC considers cuts | Washington State
Washington led a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing a comment letter with the Federal Communications Commission today advocating that they maintain the E-Rate program, which provides over $3 billion a year to discount the cost of internet expenses for schools and libraries across the country. Washington received more than $40 million through the E-Rate program this year.
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 20h
I’m a bit late with sharing this, but I was quoted in this 10/10/26 story about Jane Doe’s sorority being among the defendants in her civil suit against Cornell, the 7 alleged rapists, and others […]
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
"Always with the Iran thing. It's just an illegal quagmire war that I started. Let it go already. I'm making deals. DEALS!"
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The Heart of the TARDIS @theheartofthetardis.politicalmemes.org · 13/10/2026
#meme #memes #queer #rowling #jkrowling #transphobia
Shane @MackenShane J.K Rowling's worst fears come true
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emptywheel @emptywheel.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Amid the news that Fox News has moved Rick Perry's race (PA-10) to lean D, I ask again: which race, if Dems flip it, will make you most happy? www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...
A list of 18 races, including PA-10, that Fox has shifted in the Democrats' direction.
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Martin Rundkvist @mrundkvist.archaeo.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Someone just blocked me for saying mean things about the wearers of Meta pervert glasses. Because making these statements meant that I "did not think blind people had the right to travel independently". Yeah, definitely, I was specifically going after blind people there. Block with extreme […]
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laura lemay @lemay.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Potataco: Really excellent fried potatoes, wrapped in a pancake, with bacon on top. 😋 FUND MY FOOD TRUCK
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Chuck Darwin @cdarwin.c.im.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
As the midterm elections loom, everyone from #hospital leaders and to #patient advocates are focused on the New Year, when Republicans scheduled the most controversial elements of their healthcare reform law to go into effect. ⚠️Millions of Medicaid beneficiaries will be required, though a maze […]
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
2/ "My gratitude and respect for President Trump and Secretary Rubio remain unwavering. I am proud of what we accomplished together, and I will always be a loyal supporter of President Trump and his mission..."
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Chuck Darwin @cdarwin.c.im.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Archbishop of the U.S. military says Catholic soldiers should not serve on firing squad Archbishop Timothy Broglio, who oversees the Catholic Church’s pastoral services to Catholics in the U.S. military, condemns the proposed livestream of the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan. Broglio, in […]
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Coleen Walter @coleenwalter.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Mother-daughter bonding this morning: my young adult daughter and I looked over the sample ballot and reviewed any proposed amendments to the state constitution. Then we went to the registrars office together to vote. We’ve done this the past two elections and I love going together. I also love […]
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laura lemay @lemay.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
The lack of good breakfast potatoes in the Rogue is so disturbing to me I have a completely bonkers idea of opening up a home fries food truck; you get a big bowl of really excellent fried potatoes with a choice of toppings eggs or waffle or gravy or hatch chile sauce 😋
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Ohio Senate Polling Trend Pollsmax Polling Average Oct. 13 D +3.5 www.pollsmax.com/senate/ohio/
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Nonilex @nonilex.masto.ai.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Because it’s okay if you’re a man, but . . . #Trump appointee #KimberlyGuilfoyle, the #US ambassador to Greece, has been asked to #resign from her post after coming under severe criticism over allegations she has engaged in improper & possibly illegal conduct before & during her tenure in […]
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Yet another #recall "The voluntary recall covers 8oz packages of Starfish Seafood Trio, mix of cold-smoked salmon, halibut, trout distributed by wholesale distributor Krasnyi Oktyabr. The recall was issued after NY state inspectors ID'd a potential contamination risk" www.aol.com/articles/smo...
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
static.klipy.com
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Massimo :bot: @rainmaker1973.zpravobot.news.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
Corvids are widely considered some of the smartest animals on Earth, with cognitive abilities that rival those of great apes and young human children. Their problem-solving skills, use of tools, make them standout subjects in animal intelligence research.
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
"We're gonna get 'em there." Trump promised that would happen before he took office. Next.
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026
AG Nessel Sues Trump Administration for Terminating Funding for Unemployment Insurance System Improvements www.michigan.gov/ag/news/press-rele…
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
Another outrageous, blatant disregard of a clear judicial order by the Trump regime. www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/mo… As I’ve said before, this is a clear signal that the regime is prepared to violate any judicial order […]
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Michael Wyman @mwyman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
The Kremlin: “We don’t want a temporary ceasefire, we prefer Ukraine just roll over and die”
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
WASHINGTON—Trump’s federal agents raid Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home over decades-old “immigration paperwork” her father filled out when she was a kid. No charges. Breaking DOJ norms. Over the cliff, folks.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
🔥 “What did HIS health care book say? Did you read it? He doesn’t have one. I actually write my ideas down… he takes money from Blue Cross Blue Shield.” Dr. @abdulelsayed.bsky.social eviscerates Mike Rogers on health care, and expertly makes the case for #MedicareForAllNOW
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The Funny Pages @thefunnypages.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
New comic strip found: Crankshaft - 2026-10-12 www.gocomics.com/crankshaft/2026/10… #comicstrip #crankshaft
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
What actual DOJ weaponization looks like. We are very far off the cliff.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar’s residence searched as part of ongoing criminal investigation, DOJ says
A Department of Justice spokesperson said the search was part of an ongoing criminal investigation.
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
2/ Link:
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Will anyone ask Trump or @MarshaBlackburn or @BrentTaylorTN about this today? Seems like a clarksville type Q 🤷🏼
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The Funny Pages @thefunnypages.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
New comic strip found: Archie by Fernando Ruiz & Craig Boldman for Mon, 12 Oct 2026 www.arcamax.com/thefunnies/archie/s… #comic #comicstrip #archie #archiecomics
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
The Trump-Vance-Miller persecution of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is a chilling manifestation of the dictatorship the regime is trying to complete. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oc…
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Heidi Li Feldman @heidilifeldman.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
I know Susan Brison, her work, and her tremendous bravery in the aftermath of a horrific rape and attempted murder. Now, her husband has written a book about his experience as a caregiver in the aftermath. If he’s a fraction as talented as Susan, this will be a worthwhile read […]
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J Lam 👩🏻‍🎨 @kangaroo5383.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
ICE is raiding sitting member of congress now.. www.cbsnews.com/news/ilhan-omar-imm…
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Wait.... so after all that indignant anger, yelling at them, no consequence? A WARNING?
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
2/ So the judge went from: What, Trump govt LIED to me? How DARE they? I'm FURIOUS!!! to... Well, you better not do something else to upset me or I'll get REALLY mad and maybe do something about it.
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
If I could scream this, I would, but posting it in text will do. THIS:
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Thread, golf course case.
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
2/ Another thread:
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Stefano Marinelli @bsd.cafe · 12/10/2026
I got a call from someone I don't know. "Hi. We have a FreeBSD server. It's been working perfectly for years, but it hasn't been updated since then. We asked AI to update it, but now it won't boot anymore. It didn't even make a backup before starting. The AI keeps trying things, everything is […]
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Vought.
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Andre Nantel @nantel.cosocial.ca.ap.brid.gy · 11/10/2026
Can someone help me to identify what type of #peppers these are? #gardening
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Chuck Darwin @cdarwin.c.im.ap.brid.gy · 11/10/2026
Victorian elites stayed in bed until the afternoon Their schools and universities were not terribly academic and had very little STEM. As adults, they got up late, drank a lot, and spent a remarkable share of their waking hours partying. They loved feasting, sports, holidays, dancing, and […]
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