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Mark Russell

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Former journalist. Sometimes writer. Usually in Korea

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Haeyoon Kim 김혜윤 @haeyoonkim.bsky.social · 3h
The Fact Sheet is out, and the Alaska LNG project looks less concrete than the White House remarks suggested earlier today. Commerce Secretary Lutnick spoke of “just over $50 billion invested in Alaska for the Alaska LNG project," but that figure does not appear in the document.
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Fact Sheet: Korea and the United States Announce Historic Strategic Investment Projects
The announcement of the strategic investment project (“Project Star”), the Korea - U.S. Nuclear Power Plant Projects (“Project Power”), and a plan to work together on the Alaska LNG project (“Project ...
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Semafor @semafor.com · 7h
Visitors to the US are on track to drop by almost two million year-on-year. “We’re the only major country in the world losing visitation,” the head of the US Travel Association said. “It’s mind-boggling.” www.semafor.com/article/09/2...
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Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A new trailer for Alex Gibney's documentary about Elon Musk was just released. gizmodo.com/elon-musk-do...
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Mark Lemley @marklemley.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Facebook really doesn't want you to see the new documentary exposing Elon Musk Neither do TikTok or Google or the eX social media site. Since they won't accept paid advertising, let's do some free advertising. Go see Musk in theaters October 9 www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/dig...
hollywoodreporter.com
The Major Social Media Platforms Are All Rejecting Paid Ads for Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’ (Exclusive)
YouTube, TikTok and Meta have all turned down the trailer for the Oct. 9 doc, citing “political” content. X won't even take Bleecker Street's calls. The distributor is appealing.
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Forbes @forbes.com · 23/09/2026
An umbrella review of more than 3 million participants finds the apparent risk shrinks toward zero as study quality rises.
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No Convincing Link Found Between Tylenol In Pregnancy And Autism, Major Review Says
An umbrella review of more than 3 million participants finds the apparent risk shrinks toward zero as study quality rises.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Oops, looks like I snarked too early. Over 10 hours to Busan? That is bad. (I think it’s usually 5).
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Ah, one of my favorite times of year in Korea — when the news dutifully reports on travel times during the Chuseok holidays, despite the holidays not having especially bad traffic for years.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Not that he asked my opinion, but if I were Will Stancil, I think I’d divide my Bluesky presence into two — a new, mostly anonymous account for shooting the shit and talking about whatever, and saving his famous account for political, on-brand talk with minimal engagement (maybe turn off replies).
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It’s funny because it’s probably true …
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Korea v. Korea in the Asian Games has been pretty fun so far. Korea was winning for a while, but now Korea has tied things up (and nearly took the lead just now!).
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Da fuq? And why are my people getting blamed for this monstrosity?
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
This Korea-Japan gold-medal game about to start in the Asia Games … There’s definitely a lot more, uh, genetic diversity on the Japan team. Traditional Japanese names like “Kirk” and “Schafer”. …not that there’s anything wrong with that.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe episode 9 is pretty awesome. For such a cheesy show, it really makes me laugh.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Much like Gresham’s Law for currencies — “Bad money drives out good” — I’m increasingly believing that’s true for news and content in general. I’m thinking that we’re going to need a walled-off, well-moderated internet because slop (AI and human) is overwhelming my news feeds.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Very upsetting this bullshit continues to happen with China.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I was never a big Goo Goo Dolls fan (a bit too cheesy and beige for me). But I’ll be damned if this Rick Besto interview with John Rzeznik isn’t charming and interesting. Just a dude who knows who he is and enjoys the moments. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Eu6b...
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Why “Iris” is THE Hit Song of 2026…Again!
YouTube video by Rick Beato
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Steve Herman @newsguy.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Canada invited to become the first "associate member" of the EU. www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
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Canada invited to become first 'associate member' of the EU
The status announced by von der Leyen during the State of the Union is an entirely new one, with details yet to be made clear. The European Commission’s President also proposed a new alliance with Ottawa covering tech, critical raw materials, energy and defence. #EuropeNews
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Catherine Rampell @crampell.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
European Union’s top official said she would work to make Canada the bloc’s first associate member, a major shift indicative of the new ties traditional U.S. allies are forging with each other in the face of hostility from the Trump administration. www.wsj.com/world/europe...
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EU Chief Proposes Making Canada First Associate Member
Her comments came as part of her annual State of the Union speech, in which she set out further plans to boost the bloc’s economy.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Even though I’ve been following the US-Iran war, I’m quite surprised to learn how much damage US bases and equipment have taken over the last past few months. www.cbsnews.com/news/new-pho...
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New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian missile, drone attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
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Haeyoon Kim 김혜윤 @haeyoonkim.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
“Administrative claims on behalf of the workers... have started to be filed with nine federal agencies... The Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection, the FBI and the Departments of Justice and Labor were among the agencies, it added.”
reuters.com
South Korean workers challenging Trump administration over Georgia raid, CNN reports
More than 300 South Korean workers who were detained in last year’s immigration raid at a Hyundai ​electric-vehicle manufacturing plant in Georgia are challenging the ‌U.S. government, CNN reported on...
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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 14/09/2026
Trump's foreign policy is not isolationist. On the contrary, his ideologues want to build an international empire run by far-right political movements who serve American crypto, mineral and tech companies, many with links to the president. Read more here: www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...
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Empire of Grift
Far-right ideologues have transformed American foreign policy into a tool of private gain and antidemocratic reaction.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Such a thorough, well-researched and depressing article by @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu. But worth reading! The rise of right-wing kleptocracies isn’t something that’s going to be easily defeated any time soon — but it’s definitely time to get started. www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...
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MAGA Is Making the World Safe for Corruption
Far-right ideologues have transformed American foreign policy into a tool of private gain and antidemocratic reaction.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Although I’ve been following the US-Iran war, I’ve never heard Iran’s position laid out so strongly or clearly before. Nor did I realize the US military had suffered so much damage to its bases in the region. Totally worth reading.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Is it wrong to kind of wish Carney would start to choke off crude exports to the US? … Probably wouldn’t be helpful for the ongoing trade war … but it’s a fun thing to think about. oilprice.com/Energy/Crude...
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Canadian Oil Pushes Deeper Into U.S. Gulf Coast Market | OilPrice.com
Canada is opening new outlets for its growing production, with Enbridge’s Houston terminal targeting Gulf Coast heavy-crude refiners while Trans Mountain expands access to Asian markets.
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Jason "Red5" Lyall @jaylyall.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Saudi Arabia Faces ‘Worst-Case Scenario’ After Being Rebuffed by Trump The kingdom is in a state of strategic shock after coming under attack from an emboldened Iran and failing to win more U.S. military support, analysts say.
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Saudi Arabia Faces ‘Worst-Case Scenario’ After Iran’s Attacks and Trump’s Rebuffs
The kingdom is in a state of strategic shock after coming under attack from an emboldened Iran and failing to win more U.S. military support, analysts say.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Back to the Walker Hill Hotel for another installation at the Theatre des Lumieres — this time Klimt and Fin de Siecle Vienna. Good stuff!
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
It’s too bad Aaron Brown passed away a couple of years ago. When I think of 9/11, I remember his coverage — measured, insightful — most of all.
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ejconnollyjr.bsky.social @ejconnollyjr.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
“.. The 92-year-old former leader, who was prime minister at the time of the [9/11] attacks, drew a standing ovation after telling his ‘American friends’ that Canadians may be tolerant and kind but ‘we bow to no one.’” @apnews.com apnews.com/article/sept...
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Mark Poloncarz @markpoloncarz.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
We have always had a strong relationship with our Canadian neighbors. It is wholly appropriate for the Canadian national anthem to be played at the home opener. Kudos to the Bills for taking this action and I'm looking forward to the Barenaked Ladies' rendition. www.wivb.com/sports/buffa...
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Bills adding Canadian anthem to pregame at home opener
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Bills will play the Canadian national anthem before a home game for the first time in recent memory before next week’s home opener against the Detroit Lions. The Bi…
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Good night Seongnam
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Jim Gaffigan has specials from Barcelona, Seoul and Kitchener? Wow. Weird. It’s like he’s been following my life.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Speaking as a fan of THE GENTLEMAN, I barely knew season 2 was coming and saw no publicity. I’m leaning towards thinking Netflix’s viewership problems with returning series are mostly their own damn fault. deadline.com/2026/09/the-...
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'The Gentleman' Returns To 45% Audience Decline On Netflix
'The Gentleman' has returned to Netflix for a second season, and it couldn't quite attract the same audience it did with Season 1.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Employment statistics are so fascinating — so many ways to look at a country. For instance, the Korean media is full of reports today about how youth employment has declined for 28 months. However, youth unemployment in Korea is also well below the US, Canada and most developed countries.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Kind of impressive that China can be such a blatant and stupid bully — a China military attache passed a note to the Defense Secretary for the Philippines while he was speaking at a defense forum in Seoul yesterday. en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN2026...
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(LEAD) Philippine defense chief slams China over audience note on South China Sea at Seoul forum | Yonhap News Agency
(ATTN: ADDS details that note was passed by Chinese military attache in paras 9-10)By Kim ...
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Sarah Taber @sarahtaber.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It's funny because if you ask the people who say "This never happens in X country" "Oh? Do you have, like, a Google news alert set up so you get an email every times there's an outbreak there?" They don't! They just personally never heard of one before. So they assumed it never happens!
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Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
“Short of EU membership, the EU and Canada want to get as close as legally possible, one of the people said.” Gosh, I hope this is serious.
bloomberg.com
EU and Canada Plan Far-Reaching Alliance to Strengthen Partnership
The European Union and Canada are working toward a new, all-encompassing relationship that will range from trade to security, as the transatlantic partners seek to build a new alliance to offset the g...
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Well, if that’s not one of the more depressing headlines I’ve seen out of Korea lately. www.koreajoongangdaily.com/korea/three-...
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Three men shaped Korea's decision to deploy troops to Iraq. 23 years later, they're doing the same for Hormuz.
The national security adviser, the National Intelligence Service director and unification minister are set to advise President Lee Jae Myung on sending troops to the Strait of Hormuz.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Not many Koreans have made it into the NBA. But Lee Hyunjung has apparently signed an Exhibit-10 contract with Portland. His 3-point shooting got a lot better over the past couple of years in Japan, so maybe he’ll stick around… www.chosun.com/english/spor...
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Lee Hyun-jung Signs Minimum Contract with Portland Trail Blazers
Lee Hyun-jung Signs Minimum Contract with Portland Trail Blazers Exhibit 10 contract allows training camp participation, path to NBA roster or G League bonus
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
I really don’t understand this map story thats been going around the past few days. Since when did the UN use Mercator? All the UN maps I’ve seen are based on adjusted maps. edition.cnn.com/2026/09/04/w...
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UN votes to adopt new map that makes our world look very different | CNN
The United Nations General Assembly voted on Friday to adopt a new world map that reflects countries’ true relative sizes, after African nations urged the UN to right a centuries-old wrong.
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Died of bubonic plague at 21! Sad!
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
What a frickin’ dumbass. Wharton should be doubly ashamed.
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Karl Schamotta @karl-schamotta.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
God-level badassery: Canadian Constable Sukhvinder “Suki” Singh Sunger, Drum Major of the Vancouver Police Pipe Band making history at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo: timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-o...
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
“My Lake is Ontario My PM’s got balls Fairmount bagels are heaven Leafs in ‘27~
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John Carl Baker @johncarlbaker.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
After the event, I asked a small group of Indigenous men in the parking lot what they thought of the meeting and of separation. It’s all garbage, the eldest of the three, Patrick Buffalo, of the Samson Cree Nation in Maskwacis, said: “Where are the Asians? Where are the Black people? How come it’s just white people?” It’s all about Mr. Trump, he said. The world was divided everywhere because of him. “A lot of these people,” he said, pointing toward the hall, “are even threatening, ‘We’ll go the peaceful way for now.’” And then what?
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
These Ringer ideas to improve the NBA are pretty hit-and-miss, but Kirk Goldsberry’s ideas (No. 6) would be great — 58-game season, plus a 32-team, single-game elimination tournament in January (NBA plus 2 Euro teams). No conferences. www.theringer.com/2026/09/02/n...
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22 Increasingly Unhinged Ways to Fix the NBA
If you could make one change to the NBA, what would it be? We asked our staff—and things got weird.
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 02/09/2026
The NBA has come down hard on the LA Clippers as it finally announced the results of its investigation into the organization and its star, Kawhi Leonard. The Clippers will lose five first-round picks and are being fined $30 million. More details: nyti.ms/4dbic51
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Mark Russell @markrussell.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Huh. Neill Blomkamp made a short film titled “Nightborne”, loosely based on a Peter Watts story. Created nearly all by AI. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Wbt...
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NIGHTBORNE — A Neill Blomkamp Sci-Fi Film. Fully AI (4K)
YouTube video by Barley Studios
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Micah @rincewind.run · 31/08/2026
canada: "fuck you, americans!" americans: "yeah, that's fair, fuck us up"
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American Museum of Natural History @amnh.org · 30/08/2026
When the Singing Stone was first displayed at the Museum, the massive block of vibrant blue azurite and green malachite made high-pitched sounds when the humidity changed with the weather and seasons. These noises were produced as the porous stone absorbed and released moisture from the air.
Wide shot of the Singing Stone on display in the Museum's Hall of Gems and Minerals. It is a large gray rectangular cube-like stone with swirls of shades of blue and green on its exterior.
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