Been on this planet for a bit now; still trying to figure it out.

What keeps me informed, amused, or up at night: climate and the environment, news and journalism, human evolution and ancient history, politics, wildlife, photography, cycling, piano, guitar, español, français.  Oh, and a sucker for bad puns.

Coordinates: Ottawa, Canada
TABLA: Rosa

Last Notes

A CTV news investigation found 17 cases of baggage tag switching at Pesrson Airport, Toronto, where tags from your checked luggage are placed on another suitcase containing drugs.
If you are concerned about the practice, the CTV article offers a few security tips:
• ⁠Take photos and videos of your bag at the airport. Document what your luggage looks like before you hand it over.
• ⁠Take a photo or video of your bag being weighed. That can help confirm the original weight of your luggage in case anything is added after check-in.
• ⁠Make sure your bag tag is securely attached. Before your bag disappears onto the conveyor belt, check that the tag is properly fastened and clearly visible.
• ⁠Keep a record of your baggage receipt. Do not throw out the small sticker or baggage claim receipt until your trip is over and your luggage is safely back in your possession.
• ⁠Use a luggage tracker. Several victims told W5 that tracking devices helped show where their real bags had gone.
• ⁠Take a photo of the bag tag itself. Make sure the tag number, destination and passenger name are visible.
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2026-05-13 14:34:15 UTC

Be honest. Absurdism is your favourite.
#philosophy
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2026-04-21 12:11:47 UTC

Should Canada join the EU?
Fifty-seven percent of us Canadians say ‘yes’.
#cdnpoli #canada #eu
https://nanos.co/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-3031-Globe-March-Populated-report-EU.pdf
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2026-04-20 11:36:46 UTC

There are currently 56 wars or armed conflicts worldwide, according to The World Now.
Since 2010, the number of conflicts involving states has almost doubled, and the total number of deaths has increased fivefold.
https://www.the-world-now.com/current-wars

2026-04-06 13:28:50 UTC

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YELLOW ALERT
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Huge solar spill recorded over #ottawa this morning!
Take all necessary precautions.
And have a great day!