BREAKING: Imagine the sinking terrible feeling Zelenskyy must have had when he suddenly realized he was on the phone with Putin's two best U.S. allies. Democracy & freedom are in such a f**kload of trouble worldwide now. And this week is only the beginning theguardian.com/technology/202…

I like this. These are not just portable shelters that someone is calling a tiny home. These are actually, very small but fully self contained homes with kitchen and bathroom facilities that are located close to services and amenities. cbc.ca/news/canada/ne…

André 3000 reacts to surprise Album Of The Year Grammy nomination for his flute album stereogum.com/2286911/andre-…

IMPORTANT: “That ignores a big determinant of political behavior: where people get their news & information. It’s odd how little attention has been given to this, given that in the past decade we’ve had a revolution in how information flows.” Via POLITICO politico.com/news/magazine/…

Meanwhile in Russia: Putin's presidential aide Nikolay Patrushev said, "To achieve success in the election, Donald Trump relied on certain forces to which he has corresponding obligations. As a responsible person, he will be obliged to fulfill them."

Trump has now reaffirmed his plan to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. For the record that department funds, among other things, all the special education and special needs program in public schools and public colleges in all 50 states.

Today (Nov 12) in #NLMusicHistory... In 1986, RUFUS GUINCHARD was invested into The Order of Canada for reviving the art of traditional fiddling & ensuring through his teachings, recordings & performances that traditional Newfoundland fiddle playing will survive. #RufusGuinchard

Local company offering modular homes to deal with housing crisis ntv.ca/local-company-…

He was detained in 2001 and is the world's longest detained journalist. Dawit Isaak, was given the Swedish human rights Edelstam Prize for his commitment to freedom of expression after being in an Eritrean prison without trial for 23 years. bbc.in/4etbTaM

There has been a massive migration of #Newfoundland twitter users to blue sky within the past week or two. You'll find me there more and more, here less and less.

Users frustrated with Elon Musk’s handling of X and closeness to president-elect Donald Trump are fleeing to Bluesky—an easier migration than leaving the US. wired.trib.al/bHRlSWQ

Come see all the beautiful holiday themed ornaments here today but only until 4pm. #sjfmnl #sjfm #supportlocalbusinesses #stjohns #handmade #madehere #crafts

Gonna be a great show tonight with Thom Coombes, LeRiche, Steel Toe, Wily + Paper Tyger, Memorus Maximus, Luke Barry! Doors open at 7:00!

“RFK Jr. is the poster boy for the new Trump administration, a rich man who never has had to worry about a thing in his life, putting the lives of ordinary Americans in jeopardy because he thinks he knows better than scientists” thenation.com/article/archiv…

I wrote about whether Americans care -- like, actually care -- about democracy

#OtD 27 Nov 1898 anti-Nazi resistance fighter Maria Vetulani was born in Poland. Under Nazi occupation she joined resistance and hid Jewish people in her apartment. She fought in the 1944 Warsaw uprising and was wounded then murdered in hospital stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/9951/m…

We are suing Google for anti-competitive conduct in online advertising technology services in 🇨🇦. Our investigation found that Google has abused its dominant position to the detriment of Canadian advertisers, publishers and consumers. canada.ca/en/competition… 1/2

Today (Dec 25) in #NLMusicHistory... In 1970, CBC Radio's program schedule for Christmas Day was almost completely filled with programs produced throughout Newfoundland & Labrador! Not so much of that nowadays! MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY! CBC Newfoundland and Labrador Sean Sean Murray

Today (Dec 30) in #NLMusicHistory... In 1969, The Daily News reviewed a rock concert held at The St. John's Arts & Culture Centre. Participating bands were Rock Pile, The Ambassadors, and LUKEY'S BOAT. The latter seemed to be the audience's favourite. Sean Murray Sandy Morris