SocietyCanadian politicians need to stop saying ’math is hard’Suggesting math is hard for women reflects ignorance more than sexism. Politicians keep falling into the trap.
SocietyWhat a blood plasma-for-profit clinic means for public health careThe federal government has quietly approved a plasma-for-profit clinic in Saskatoon, drawing fiery criticism from politicians, scientists and patients
OttawaJustin Trudeau’s listening tour reveals more than expectedA surprising amount of ground was covered in the first stop of Justin Trudeau’s transparency traipse across Canada
WorldThe distorted world of the Donald Trump ’reality’ showHow the cheap, scripted and retrograde ’Reality TV’ boom lowered the celebrity bar and gave the world the next U.S. president
CanadaJustin Trudeau’s mid-season makeover showThe cabinet shuffle rewards the young and energetic—and leaves the unfortunate impression that rookie female MPs are fungible
LifeHow hygge got hip: Danish coziness becomes the hot crazeMore than simple cocooning, the newest lifestyle and design craze is perfect for a time when people are seeking comfort and warmth
PoliticsJustin Trudeau is just not that into youThe MyDemocracy.ca farce and how Canada’s boyfriend suddenly lost interest in us
WorldHow 2016 became the year of the ’nasty woman’In a hard 2016, a misogynistic insult from Donald Trump became a rallying cry
WashingtonDon’t allow the ’alt-right’ to disguise hate in linguistic semanticsWords are being stripped of meaning. But the brawl over words like ’alt-right’ and ’ilk’ can make it hard to focus on the fights that really matter
WashingtonBeyond safety pins: America’s need for activismAnger and disbelief are metabolizing into action in the U.S., where a new level of engagement is taking shape