It Rhymes With Eyes

Your Prime Day reminder that half of Amazon warehouse workers struggle with food & housing costs.

A third have had to rely on government assistance like SNAP — which is about to get cut.

If Bezos can spend $50M on a wedding, Amazon can afford to treat its workers with dignity.

eight leatherbound books all titled "FERNS" volumes 1 through 8

Everyone in the past was neurotypical, which is how we got things like this single-author, eight-volume encyclopedia of ferns

It's like Disco Elysium, Blade Runner, and Black Mirror happened all together, IRL

The video is almost as amazing as the photo: www.reddit.com/r/WTF/s/VBN3...

The color photo depicts a coastal village with several red wooden houses and sheds on a grassy landscape. Small boats are scattered around, and the scene is set near a body of water with more buildings in the background under a clear sky.

It is Irish Heritage Month and throughout this month I am looking at Canada's Irish history.
Today, it is Newfoundland Irish, a unique form of the Irish language that evolved on the island and become linked with Newfoundland and its history.
Let's dive in!

🧵1/7

The image is a black-and-white photograph of the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa, Canada. The Gothic Revival structure features a prominent central tower with a spire, flanked by symmetrical wings with pointed arches and turrets. A wide pathway leads to the entrance, with expansive lawns on either side and a few people walking in the foreground. The photo captures a historical, grand architectural style.

Throughout the federal election campaign, I am going to be looking at elections from Canada's past.
Today, we are starting things off with the very first election in Canadian history: 1867!
Voting lasted two months, there were riots, corruption and more!

🧵1/10

The image is a black-and-white historical photograph of an industrial waterfront cityscape, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. It shows a dense cluster of buildings, warehouses, and docks along a river, with a long bridge spanning the water in the background. Smoke rises from chimneys, and the sky is partly cloudy, capturing an era of early urban development. The photo is credited to McCord Museum.

It is Irish Heritage Month and throughout this month I am going to be exploring Irish-Canadian heritage.
Today, it is the story of Griffintown. It was once a thriving Irish neighbourhood in Montreal that was mostly demolished in the 1960s.
Let's learn more!

🧵1/7

You wanna know what, I'm childfree by choice, but Outside Vyse would be a pretty dope name.

Bookshop: Buy books online. Support local bookstores. An online bookstore that financially supports local independent bookstores and gives back to the book community.

anyway, find your local independent bookstore, or any independent bookstore, and support them however you can. you don't need to spend money! book clubs and storytimes are free. author events are often free! asking for help is free. community is free ❤️ bookshop.org

being an indie bookseller in the helltimes has felt both very stable and very stabilizing, and part of me wishes everyone could be on my side of the counter for a little while, because I think it would help some of you be a little less cynical and doomy right now. so here is my VERY anecdotal data:

The photo is a black-and-white image capturing a protest scene, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a group of people holding signs and chanting. The crowd includes several individuals, some wearing hats typical of the era, and a few police officers in uniforms with peaked caps. Prominent signs include one in English reading "DOWN WITH CAMPBELL PAS-DE COUPE" and another in French stating "TOUT SE TUE PRÊCHE PARDONNÉE CAMPBELL VIVE RICHARD," with a drawing of a person on a cross. The background shows additional posters on a wall, suggesting an urban setting, possibly outside a public building or arena. The mood appears tense, with the protesters expressing strong opposition, likely related to a political or social issue involving someone named Campbell, possibly tied to a hockey-related controversy given the mention of "Richard," which could refer to Maurice "Rocket" Richard, a famous Montreal Canadiens player.

On this day in 1955, the anger over the suspension of Maurice "The Rocket" Richard boiled over in Montreal into the Richard Riot.
What started as a riot over hockey became a cornerstone of the coming Quiet Revolution in Quebec.
Let's learn more!

🧵1/12

Mass. PR firm recommends clients scale back or phase out use of X/Twitter - The Boston Globe John Guilfoil Public Relations ran a national survey and found the social media site isn't getting anywhere near the engagement levels it once did.

"It has nothing to do with the controversies surrounding owner Elon Musk and his chaotic attempts to dismantle much of the federal government. Instead, the site simply isn’t getting anywhere near the engagement levels it once did..."
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/17/b...

They installed the TV...

At his request...

So he can play video games...

In his office...

In the Eisenhower Executive Office Building.

www.politico.com/news/2025/03...

Peruvian Lillies in a vase.

Flower break.

Born in 1920 in Victoria, Reid emerged as one of Canada’s most acclaimed artists. He produced over 1,000 works during his career. Some of his work appeared on the Canadian $20 bill. One of his most acclaimed pieces was The Spirit of Haida Gwaii, a sculpture he created in 1986.

March 13, 1998:
Haida artist Bill Reid died in Vancouver.

Turns out markets don't like fascism, who knew.

From: @randfish.bsky.social be careful of using anecdotes when big large data sets exist.

If someone says
"wage growth in the US is flat"
you don't get to say...
"my salary went up, so effff your data"

Now apply that to when people say "I switched to perplexity, LLMs are taking over".

The photo appears to be a still from a television show or movie, featuring the title "King of Kensington" prominently displayed in large, bold white letters with a slight black outline. The background shows an outdoor street scene, likely set in an urban neighborhood. There are several people gathered around, some standing and others possibly interacting, with a mix of casual clothing styles suggesting a mid-20th-century setting, possibly the 1970s. The architecture includes a building with a green awning and a red brick facade, and there’s a streetlight and a vehicle visible, adding to the urban atmosphere. The overall tone of the image has a vintage, grainy quality, consistent with older film or TV productions.

The idea for King of Kensington came from Perry Rosemond, who wanted to show the everyday lives of working-class Canadians in an urban, multicultural environment. He had previously directed episodes of Telescope and produced the first season of King of Kensington.

🧵2/16

Hat with the words “please do not talk to me about AI I will kill myself”

Visiting friends in New York

A black-and-white photo shows a person with neatly styled, voluminous hair, wearing a polka-dotted dress and earrings. They hold a pencil near their face, with one hand resting on the other arm, posing thoughtfully. The background is plain and slightly blurred.

On this day in 2012, Madeleine Parent died in Montreal.
Through her life, she fought for workers' rights in Quebec and Canada. For her efforts, she was arrested, charged and put on trial.
Let's learn more about her story!

🧵1/12

Banker vs Grifter. LFG 🇨🇦🍁

It’s pretty interesting that both Tim Walz and Gavin Newsom are clearly positioning themselves to run for President and one thought he should publicize that he’s having diplomatic conversations with Canadian provinces close to Minnesota and the other thought he should publicize that he sucks

Aimonetti Justin Aimonetti, Justin W. Justin.W.Aimonetti@doge.eop.gov Altik Jacob Altik, Jacob R. Jacob.R.Altik@doge.eop.gov Armstrong Anthony Armstrong, Anthony J. Anthony.J.Armstrong@doge.eop.gov Balajadia Jennifer Balajadia, Jennifer Jennifer.Balajadia@doge.eop.gov Beynon Alexandra Beynon, Alexandra T. Alexandra.T.Beynon@doge.eop.govBiasini Riccardo Biasini, Riccardo N. Riccardo.N.Biasini@doge.eop.gov Bobba Akash Bobba, Akash N. Akash.N.Bobba@doge.eop.gov Boizelle Ashley Boizelle, Ashley S. Ashley.S.Boizelle@doge.eop.gov Bryant Emily Bryant, Emily L. Emily.L.Bryant@doge.eop.gov Burnham James Burnham, James James.Burnham@doge.eop.gov Coristine Edward Coristine, Edward H. Edward.H.Coristine@doge.eop.gov Davis Steven Davis, Steven M. Steven.M.Davis@doge.eop.gov Elez Marko Elez, Marko Marko.Elez@doge.eop.gov Farritor Luke Farritor, Luke E. Luke.E.Farritor@doge.eop.gov Fox Joshua Fox, Joshua Joshua.Fox@doge.eop.gov Hanley Joshua Hanley, Joshua A. Joshua.A.Hanley@doge.eop.gov Holmes Stephanie Holmes, Stephanie M. Stephanie.M.Holmes@doge.eop.gov Killian Gautier Killian, Gautier C. Gautier.C.Killian@doge.eop.gov Kmiec Keenan Kmiec, Keenan D. Keenan.D.Kmiec@doge.eop.gov Lahera Nicholas Lahera, Nicholas Nicholas.Lahera@doge.eop.gov Lindemann Kendall Lindemann, Kendall M. Kendall.M.Lindemann@doge.eop.gov Musk Elon Musk, Elon R. erm71@who.eop.gov Peters Noah Peters, Noah Noah.Peters@doge.eop.gov Rajpal Nikhil Rajpal, Nikhil Nikhil.Rajpal@doge.eop.gov Ramada Adam Ramada, Adam Adam.Ramada@doge.eop.gov Raynor Austin Raynor, Austin L. Austin.L.Raynor@doge.eop.gov Schutt Kyle Schutt, Kyle L. Kyle.L.Schutt@doge.eop.gov Shaotran Ethan Shaotran, Ethan Ethan.Shaotran@doge.eop.gov Smith Brad Smith, Brad M. Brad.M.Smith@doge.eop.gov Stanley Christopher Stanley, Christopher A. Christopher.Stanley@doge.eop.gov Wick Jordan Wick, Jordan K. Jordan.K.Wick@doge.eop.gov Wiles Susan Wiles, Susan S. Susan.S.Wiles@doge.eop.gov

It's the entire email list for all DOGE employees. Have fun!

Is America great again yet?

Flights in the Caribbean turning away from Starship flight 8 debris.

The man is human pollution, America's id. The international community is going to rally against this country to make sure we're hurt for decades because of all of this and we'll have deserved it.

Yes, my economic plan will cause short term pain. But after that you won't feel the pain anymore because you'll be dead

The black-and-white photo features a person wearing a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and a fringed leather jacket. They are holding a guitar over their shoulder, with one hand gripping the neck and the other resting near the body of the instrument. The individual has a patterned shirt underneath the jacket. The background is plain white, keeping the focus on the subject.

On this day in 2013, Stompin' Tom Connors died.
Canadian to the core, he wrote over 300 songs and released four dozen albums that focused on Canada's places, history and culture.
Let's learn about the life of this true Canadian legend!

🧵1/18

The photo shows a man with light brown or graying hair, wearing a blue pinstripe suit and a patterned tie. He has a surprised or animated expression, with his hands pressed against his cheeks. The background is slightly blurred but appears to show an outdoor or semi-outdoor setting with people and equipment, possibly at an event or on a set.

On this day in 1994, John Candy died.
One of the greatest comedic actors of his generation, his career spanned a quarter-century and included acclaim shows, films and a Grey Cup.
Taken far too soon, let's learn more about one of Canada's most beloved actors.

🧵1/18

The photo depicts an intense moment during an ice hockey game, likely from a historical era given the style of the uniforms and the quality of the image. A player wearing a red jersey with the number 9 is skating on the ice, holding a hockey stick, and appears to be in motion, possibly pursuing the puck or maneuvering around an opponent. The red jersey features white stripes on the sleeves and pants, suggesting it could be from a team like the Detroit Red Wings. Another player, wearing a dark jersey with orange and white accents, is on the ice

I'm sharing an image a day to celebrate the vibrant and unique culture and history of Canada.
Today it is Gordie Howe skating away from an opponent after giving him a taste of the elbows in a game in the 1960s.
#ProudlyCanadian #ElbowsUp

The photograph is a black-and-white image depicting a large group of people, likely a family or community gathering, posed together outdoors. The setting appears to be a rural area, with trees and branches visible in the background, suggesting a natural, possibly forested environment. The group consists of men, women, and children, arranged in two or three rows, with some seated and others standing behind them. The men are dressed in formal attire typical of the late 19th or early 20th century, including suits, vests, ties, and hats such as bowlers or flat caps. Many of the men have mustaches, which was common during that era. The women are wearing long dresses with high necks and long sleeves, some adorned with hats or flowers, indicative of the fashion of the same period. One woman in the center is holding a baby dressed in a long, white gown. The children in the front row are also dressed in period-appropriate clothing, including hats and simple shirts or dresses.

A group of Ukrainian settlers near Cardiff, Alberta in the 1910s.

📸Glenbow Archives CU1103510

#SlavaUkraini

Cars will need fewer screens and more buttons to earn five-star safety rating in Europe Euro NCAP will release new testing guidelines in 2026.

Next year, the EU will require cars to have buttons & dials -- not just touchscreens -- to get a top safety rating.

This is a great move. Drivers can fiddle with knobs & buttons without taking their eyes off the road, but they can't do that with touchscreens.

(Even better: Tesla will hate this)