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A window of opportunity for climate and biodiversity
The world is facing unparalleled changes in climatic conditions and drastic loss of biological diversity, putting humanity at risk. The breakdown of the earth’s climate and the rapid loss of wildlife
August 29, 2024 | 3:08 pm
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In Chicago, security at the Democratic National Convention aims to avoid a repetition of the 1968 violence
As Chicago hosts the 2024 Democratic National Convention, the eyes of the world will be on the city. In the best-case scenario for the Democratic Party, the political convention will not be overtaken
August 29, 2024 | 2:58 pm
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How ‘brat summer’ may be propelling Kamala Harris to the American presidency
Can TikTok help lead the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign to victory in the United States presidential election the way Twitter, now X, was believed to have helped Donald Trump in 2016? Is
August 29, 2024 | 2:49 pm
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‘Twisters’ alludes to real-life dangers of chasing storms
In its recent opening weekend, Twisters marked the biggest start ever for a natural disaster movie with US$80.5 million in North American box office revenue. The popularity of the film indicates disas
July 31, 2024 | 2:24 pm
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The votes of Venezuelans abroad are being suppressed
In this ultimate election year, 64 countries will be heading to the polls. Among them is Venezuela, which will hold its presidential election on July 28. Venezuelans across the country will be voting
July 25, 2024 | 10:11 am
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Want to fix our broken home-care system? Just answer these questions
Pressure is growing on governments to deliver more workers and funding for home-care. But, it’s also getting harder to find people willing to deal with the dismal working conditions in home-care
July 18, 2024 | 2:32 pm
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Early or not? Trudeau and Ford eye one another over when to call elections
Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Ontario Premier Doug Ford may not often see eye-to-eye, but they face the same political predicament. Namely, whether to call an early election.
July 16, 2024 | 1:24 pm
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The Trump assassination attempt has historical precedents — and future security implications
At a political rally in Pennsylvania, former president Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt. As gunshots rang out during the Republican candidate’s rally, Trump miraculously av
July 15, 2024 | 2:47 pm
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Attempted assassination of Trump: The long history of violence against U.S. presidents
In this Nov. 22, 1963 photo, President John F. Kennedy rides in a motorcade with his wife Jacqueline moments before he was shot and killed in Dallas, Texas. (AP Photo, File) Political assassinati
July 15, 2024 | 9:23 am
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Frank Stronach allegations highlight harassment in the workplace
Police in Canada recently charged Frank Stronach, the founder of auto parts manufacturer Magna International, with multiple sexual offences dating back to 1977. The charges include rape
July 11, 2024 | 10:32 am