Social media highlights of the week

We all spend much of our time buried in our phones, keeping up with what social media has to offer. But the good stuff can get lost in the mix. So we wanted to share with you some of the better posts we’ve seen this week. Some went viral, others had less attention, but all are worthy of a second look.

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A poignant show of solidarity

A shocking sight in Sydney

Sydney is under “catastrophic fire danger” over massive wildfires burning across eastern Australia. The outbreak comes months before usual peak fire season, with some officials blaming climate change.

▪️ 3 people killed
▪️ 2 regions in states of emergency
▪️ 600 schools closed pic.twitter.com/yxZ7EI2CvH

— AJ+ (@ajplus) November 11, 2019

An impressive goal

Stop what you’re doing on this Monday morning and watch this incredible @estevanbruins goal 🚨 pic.twitter.com/nRvMf4kHr0

— NHL on NBC (@NHLonNBCSports) November 11, 2019

A few ideas for an ethical Christmas

A reminder to look after yourself

As we start a new week, always remember to take care of your mental health.

PS: New episode is coming out this week pic.twitter.com/PcNU5KxIfz

— Men.Men.Men. The Podcast (@MenThePodcast) November 11, 2019

A call to register to vote

A set of stunning photographs

Climate Visuals photography award 2019: winners and shortlisted https://t.co/BiXjgKxkBE

— The Guardian (@guardian) November 11, 2019

A comedic look at beekeeping (slightly NSFW)

A virtuous reaction to racism

“I will never shut up in such an inhuman and despicable act. My tears were of indignation, repudiation and helplessness” pic.twitter.com/Ty3US8nh0A

— Guardian sport (@guardian_sport) November 11, 2019

A glimpse of a holiday from the past

I am alive with culture, history and spiritual awareness. pic.twitter.com/IiybHvYBch

— PostcardFromThePast (@PastPostcard) November 9, 2019

A word we don’t have in English

A palate cleanser

 

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A post shared by Moreno Molenaar (@mgrafieshots) on Nov 11, 2019 at 7:06am PST

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