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Science moves us closer to the future, but we can't forget the present

Science fiction may have us looking to the stars, but the real message is more down to Earth

May 14, 2025 1:26 PM Read more >

We're going to miss our emissions targets

If we don't take this seriously now, we won't have the opportunity to later.

May 7, 2025 3:23 PM Read more >

Looking back on the election from before the election

The newspaper was printed before we knew the election results, but I still have some thoughts

Apr 30, 2025 10:56 AM Read more >

How it feels to buy a house

Finally, after five landlords, three evictions and a 63 per cent increase in rent in five years, we were able to do it

Mar 5, 2025 4:02 PM Read more >

Guns, guards and good times: A Canadian’s take on New Orleans amid heavy Super Bowl security

I have to begin by noting a recent trip to the United States was planned well in advance of a particular reality television star calling the White House home for the next few years.

Feb 19, 2025 9:35 AM Read more >

WESTNEAT: A reply from Canada: ‘We’re sorry, but apology not accepted’

‘Love it or leave it’ Americans did not disappoint, but Canada replies were the most interesting

Feb 19, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >

WESTNEAT: There’s not much to say, Canada, except: ‘Sorry’

Would it help, Canadians, if an American said he was embarrassed for America right now?

Feb 12, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

When someone tells you who they are, believe them the first time

There are a lot of things Maya Angelou got right.

Feb 12, 2025 10:54 AM Read more >

What do we think taxes are for?

It's amazing what an emergency is when you have your basics covered

Feb 5, 2025 3:26 PM Read more >

We need to watch our language around cars, bikes and crashes

Those involved in crashes are human people, not just the vehicles they choose

Jan 15, 2025 2:01 PM Read more >