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David

@paddlingphotog.bsky.social
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🇨🇦 Retired IT guy with too many interests. If you won't vote, I won't listen to your opinions on the outcome. Reader of history, philosophy, economics, SF, Fantasy and all things science. Anti-fascist and baffled that it's controversial

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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
So, "AI" (i.e. LLM's) is now "Superior Intelligence". By definition, humans are thus inferior. So, the message is: "hey morons, support your replacements". That's not how you get support for "AI" and data centres. It is how you might get The Butlerian Jihad though.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Yes, low profits are definitely worse than all the people dying during covid. edition.cnn.com/2026/09/20/e...
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‘Crisis even bigger than Covid’: American business owners are barely getting by | CNN Business
The historic supply chain struggles that America’s business owners face show why resurgent inflation will not be easily resolved – even if the war ended.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Sounds like someone made a plan not to plan in order to ensure it would be a mess. www.rawstory.com/donald-trump...
rawstory.com
Irish cops threaten not to show for Trump visit: 'Nothing short of a shambles'
Irish police officers are threatening not to show up for duty when President Donald Trump arrives needing protection, according to a new report.Rank-and-file gardaí are fuming after being told to foot...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
There’s whistling past the graveyard, and then there’s whatever the F this is. www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
ctvnews.ca
Trump says Iran war will end ‘immediately’ after U.S. midterms
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that oil prices that have surged because of the Iran war likely won’t come down until after U.S. midterm elections.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
This “trade war” has never been about trade, it’s about that administration demanding the submission of other countries. Trade is just a vehicle to attempt to compel compliance on matters of OUR foreign and domestic policy. *Notwithstanding his delusions.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
At the risk of sounding like a conspiracy theorist, I’ve often wondered how Israeli‘s excellent intelligence apparatus had no hint that Oct. 7 was being planned. Knowing & allowing it to happen would make for an outstanding casus belli to further their agenda. www.mediaite.com/media/news/n...
mediaite.com
Netanyahu Ignored Explicit Warning Hamas Was Planning ‘Terrifying Operation’ 10 Days Before Oct. 7 Attack: Report
The Emirati president reportedly warned Netanyahu that Hamas' leader told an intermediary in September 2023 that he was preparing "a terrifying operation."
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Welcome to the long tail of permanent demand destruction. China isn't leading the way because they're evil, but because the West made a choice not to. Yes, China is using predatory trade practices, just as the West has too? We're just unhappy because we're not the ones in control this time.
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Cratering oil use in China shows the death spiral that could end oil
Oil use and CO2 emissions dropped in Q2 in China due to EV growth. It could mean China's per-capita CO2 peaks at less than half of the US.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
So the Pentagon will have an ownership stake in Venezuelan oil. This is in addition to other stakes it's acquired under Trump. It’s worth thinking about the types of countries where the military does things like this: Iran, Egypt, Myanmar, Pakistan, Indonesia, China, & Russia to name a few.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Good article www.onestnetwork.com/did-the-g20-...
onestnetwork.com
Did the G20 Just Side With the U.S. Against China on Trade?
China found itself isolated at this week’s G20 finance ministers meeting in Asheville, North Carolina.. at least on paper. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said 19 members of the Group of 20 agr...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Note to self, don't point out that Israel is dependent on the U.S. If you do, people will lose their shit, and that's just about regular aid and support. Nope, not going to point out that U.S. military presence in the region helps or that they're currently fighting Israel's war for them.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
With the latest measles deaths in the U.S. I'm seeing a re-use of the COVID playbook wherein deniers claimed that people didn't really die of covid but, instead, of [insert secondary infections / comorbidities]. So, anything but COVID. Rinse, repeat, queue up the "well ackchyually" memes.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Like tea? Want to buy from a Canadian company? Two great options I regularly order from granvilletea.com (Vancouver, BC) theteahaus.com (London, ON)
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Waving Canadian Flag
ALT: Waving Canadian Flag
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Treasonous ball-sack has opinions, is upset that he’s missing out on a payday. nationalpost.com/news/canada/...
nationalpost.com
Jivani calls Carney's dollar-for-dollar tariff response an 'overreaction' that will 'accelerate conflict'
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani says that Prime Mark Carney is erring in trying to "accelerate conflict" with the U.S., following the collapse
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
“Structural Decline” is the phrase to watch for oil. maritime-executive.com/editorials/w...
maritime-executive.com
Will Chinese Oil Imports Rebound After the Iran War?
For several decades, there has been one reliable growth engine for oil demand in the world: China. China’s massive growth in oil demand in the early 2...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Good article. No surprise that the bottom line that allies are expected to be subservient. www.onestnetwork.com/america-is-r...
onestnetwork.com
America Is Redefining What It Means to Be an Ally
Washington is testing NATO countries for political alignment, putting an outspoken critic of Western Europe atop State Department intelligence, and taxing foreign drones just weeks after promising to ...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Interesting article but that initial photograph might not have been the best choice. asiatimes.com/2026/08/trum...
asiatimes.com
Trump fires on multiple fronts to break China's minerals monopoly - Asia Times
Trump has launched a series of measures to ensure US defense contractors source critical minerals domestically or from allied nations
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
So, still nothing for the pastors who molest …🤔… yup, seems about right for Texas/GOP. www.texastribune.org/2026/08/11/t...
texastribune.org
Tougher penalities for teacher misconduct proposed by Texas governor
Gov. Greg Abbott wants teachers convicted of such misconduct with a student to face 10-year minimums in prison sentences with no parole.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
So, he’s “decent and capable” but protected the Epstein class, enabled the weaponization of the law, and facilitated corruption… Please excuse me while I look up the word “decent”, clearly I’m confused about its meaning. www.mediaite.com/politics/key...
mediaite.com
Lisa Murkowski Makes Decision on Todd Blanche Nomination
The Senator announced her position on Blanche's nomination Friday in a lengthy X post in which she praised President Trump's personal lawyer.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Hold on there crazy lady, sociopathy is not in the DSM, now please, do continue with your “facts”. www.mediaite.com/media/tv/cnn...
mediaite.com
CNN Panel Explodes as MAGA Pundit Claims ‘Sociopath’ Fauci Belongs in ‘Mental Institution’
Sunshine blasted the longtime public health official a "textbook sociopath," prompting immediate disbelief from host Abby Phillip and fellow panelists.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Tl;dr: “There was not a real strategy…” Uh, yeah, we know. www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
independent.co.uk
‘Exasperated’ Trump battles with White House officials ‘over Iran strategy’
President Donald Trump accused of blowing up at national security advisers last week, although his spokesperson denies ‘eruption’ took place and insists his team remains united
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
I recently looked at how definitions of socialism & communism have changed. This Britannica article is indicative as it alleges that China and Vietnam are transitioning FROM capitalism TO communism. This might come as a surprise to Ho Chi Minh, Mao Zedong, & their country's new business elite.
britannica.com
What is communism? | Britannica
What is communism? Communism is a political and economic system that seeks to create a classless society in which the major means of production, such
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
So, Carney lied. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
Text of new Gordie Howe bridge deal seems to contradict Carney | CBC News
Ottawa has revealed the text of a controversial agreement with the U.S. to open the long-awaited Gordie Howe International Bridge near Windsor, Ont., that has been at the centre of recent political ...
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Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 21/07/2026
Canada, the Netherlands and France have been named among the safest countries in the world for LGBTQ+ travellers.
cultmtl.com
Canada named second safest country in the world for LGBTQ+ travellers
According to a report by Berkshire Hathaway, Canada is the second safest country in the world for LGBTQ+ travellers in 2026.
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David Hamer @davidhamer1951.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🍁Memo From The I Told You So Department: What one has been saying for over a year now👇🏻
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
This sentence seems to be self-contradictory … 🤔. Well, that or I don’t understand the meaning of “desperate“. “I will tell you they want to desperately meet, and until they are ready to meet in a meaningful way, we have no interest,” Trump answered. www.mediaite.com/politics/you...
mediaite.com
Trump Snaps at ABC's Mary Bruce Over Iran: 'You Don't Know!'
The president ripped ABC's Mary Bruce and repeatedly asked if she knew something he didn't know when she said there are "no signs" Iran wants to end the war
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
So non-compliance entitles you to an instant death sentence. But don’t call them authoritarian or fascist … or else? www.rawstory.com/trump-offici...
rawstory.com
Outrage as visibly upset Trump border czar blurts out shock admission
President Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, became visibly upset outside the White House, blurting out a shock admission to reporters before storming off.Homan was talking about Minnesota and oth...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Election Interference: a few thoughts. 1. The US constantly & openly interferers in everyone else's elections, foments separatism, etc. 2. Even imagined outside interference in U.S. elections is an outrage (unless it helps the GOP). 3. Trump can't stand that he lost, even once.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Rent-boys and NDA’s aren’t cheap. nypost.com/2026/07/12/u...
nypost.com
Lindsey Graham had among the lowest wealth in Congress despite a lifetime at the center of power
The late Sen. Lindsey Graham ranked in the bottom half of Congress’ big earners despite more than three decades in office and a top role leading the GOP.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
“…U.S. administration officials maintain that no direct negotiations or agreements have been finalized.” So, in Trump-speak, the deal is almost done. He just wants a sweetener to come with the island gift … perhaps the first Cuban peace prize? 🏆 www.themirror.com/news/politic...
themirror.com
Cuba offers Trump luxury island in desperate bid to stop invasion
Trump has openly mused about Cuba’s prime coastal value, and now Cuba's ruling Castro family is reportedly floating a stunning proposal to the president
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
So the alleged assassination threat against Trump, by Iran, is still getting press. See, I don't buy that the regime wants him dead. The theocracy is stronger than ever and both Russia and China are benefiting from the chaos he causes there and elsewhere. No, they very much want him alive imo.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Trump then summed up by reminding everyone that “…being loud and unattractive is my job.” www.mediaite.com/politics/tru...
mediaite.com
Trump Trashes Dems for Letting ‘Loud and Unattractive’ Socialists ‘Take Over’ the Party
President Donald Trump on Saturday mocked the Democratic Party for letting "loud and unattractive" socialists take control of the party
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
A good analysis. www.electoral-vote.com/evp2026/Item...
electoral-vote.com
Connecting the LIV Dots
Click on the map for the article
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Are you struggling to pay the bills and buy food? Well, Bill has a solution, take a bunch of the money you can’t afford to not spend on bills and food and put it in the stock market. www.mediaite.com/media/news/b...
mediaite.com
Bill O’Reilly Slams Struggling Americans Who Are ‘Yowling About High Prices’
Struggling Americans should stop "yowling" about high prices and just get in the stock market already, Bill O'Reilly proclaimed on his No Spin News podcast.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Darn, a new book my M. John Harrison is out but Amazon only has the hardcover. 😢 Yeah, I love physical books but hardcover's are just so expensive. Trade paperbacks are a nice compromise imo.
Cover:  The End of Everything, M. John Harrison
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Poor farmers. They vote Con, a Con screws them over, but they can’t vote for anyone else. I expect a lot of ads blaming Carney for this during the next campaign. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
Why Ontario is opting out of a federal temporary worker program | CBC News
Ontario rejected Ottawa's offer to let rural employers in the province hire more temporary foreign workers to fill labour needs, citing youth unemployment and a focus on its domestic workforce in its ...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
A little more than half of students at or above the *minimum* desired level doesn’t strike me as cause for celebration. Personally I’d consider it to be a cause for concern, but hey, it’s Florida… 🙄🤦‍♂️ www.wtsp.com/article/news...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
It would be interesting to see if there was an uptick in Grindr traffic that might have, purely by coincidence, coincided with this sausage-fest. www.seattletimes.com/nation-world...
seattletimes.com
Testosterone and the Bible are the ‘new punk rock’ at Gorge event
More than 4,500 men gathered in central Washington over Father’s Day weekend for a testosterone-fueled celebration of Christianity and patriotism
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Pete: Okay, despite all the things we’ve said and done, about which you had no right to object - so shame on you for that, we never “targeted” Canada. Now, don’t you think it’s time you said thank you, apologized, and gave in to all our demands? www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...
ctvnews.ca
EXCLUSIVE: U.S. envoy insists Trump ‘did not take aim’ at Canada with tariff policies, rhetoric
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra insists U.S. President Donald Trump is not taking aim at Canada with his tariff policy and past comments about not needing anything from one of its closest alli...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Brilliant! www.defensenews.com/global/europ...
defensenews.com
Ukraine’s newest strike weapon drifts into Russia on the wind
The U.S. and Russia are fielding the same balloons used by Ukraine that bait air defenses and now launch missiles.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Ford continues to channel Trump: Unfavourable polls are fake. If an election were held, he would win with unprecedented support. He explains what a super majority is. www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/poli...
ctvnews.ca
‘I’m no Justin Trudeau’: Doug Ford says sagging poll numbers not indicative of his popularity
Ontario Premier Doug Ford pushed back again Tuesday against the idea that a number of recent polls indicate his popularity is declining as he closes in on a decade in power.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
It's funny how my wife and I often get funny looks when we load up to head out for a long paddle. We have our PFD‘s, PLB (for when out of cell range), water, spare paddles (they can break), and so forth. I'm not sure why basic safety is viewed as odd but here's the alternative.
ctvnews.ca
Kayaker dead, another rescued after capsizing in wind near Kelowna, B.C.
One kayaker is dead and another was rescued after authorities say their vessel capsized in Okanagan Lake near Kelowna, B.C.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
So we've had a juvenile goldfinch teasing the cats at the window for a couple of days. They are so frustrated. lol
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
“…hundreds of tetanus cases and dozens of deaths over 15 years, along with four cases in children in 2024 alone. At the same time, vaccination rates have declined…” It’s almost like there’s a cause and effect process in play…🤔 www.cnn.com/2026/06/23/h...
cnn.com
Tetanus cases are on the rise. A doctor explains what to know and how to protect yourself | CNN
Recent CDC reports found dozens of tetanus deaths since 2011 and four cases in children in 2024. CNN’s Dr. Leana Wen explains how people can protect themselves.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Brutal and accurate. americanpulse.substack.com/p/your-neigh...
americanpulse.substack.com
Your Neighbour Canada Has Changed. What’s Happening Now Is Explosive. You’re Not Going To Like It. But You Need To Know It.
The story Washington isn’t telling you. The truth American media is missing. And the consequences that are already hitting your wallet, your security, and your country’s place in the world.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Iran humiliates him again. 😂 He's an easy target but still, DAMN they're good at this.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
I hate to agree with a Con but … this should happen. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
cbc.ca
Conservatives pitch legalizing some psychedelics with bill to revamp Canada's drug laws | CBC News
Conservative MP Corey Tochor introduced legislation on Tuesday to legalize prescribing psychedelics like psilocybin, which researchers and patients say can effectively treat some mental health disorde...
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
How do we know he’s lying? 1. He promised to release it. 2. He claims he wants it to be released. Sound familiar? www.mediaite.com/media/news/t...
mediaite.com
Trump Confronted on Not Releasing Iran Deal Text
President Donald Trump was confronted, at the G7 summit Tuesday, about the details of the peace deal he agreed to with Iran.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Photo Printing Experiences 2/2: Staples A glitch resulted in all 8 uploads being blank A glitch kept us from notifying you A glitch changed the store so the order was hard to locate We'll do a refund, in 7-10 days, it should be on you to request it but we'll be nice and help you out with that.
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Photo printing Experiences 1/2: Black's Sure you uploaded those photos and de-selected the default to have our "AI" optimize the colour and cropping. But you see, those are like cross-walk buttons, they're just for show. Here's your edited photos that look a bit ... "different".
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David @paddlingphotog.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Today in “Things the 🍊💩thinks no one knows, but everyone actually does”: the history of the Eiffel Tower. www.msn.com/en-us/sports...
msn.com
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