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Apparently a law was just passed in Britain which restricts funding to any school that teaches creation as a viable explanation for the existence of the earth. It really does baffle me how people can claim evolution as being proven by scientific fact, over and above creation theory. Evolution is a theory-science has to be […]

Christian orthodoxy is anything but a simple, easy-to-handle package: it is very risky business. Orthodoxy is a pearl that must be sought after with great zeal and safe-guarded. The risk is due to the nature of what is being investigated. The truths being maintained do not pertain to ordinary matters, but to extraordinary ones of […]

Thoughts…?   TORONTO — Ontario’s Liberal government says it is not prepared to abandon the sex-ed component of a pending anti-bullying law, despite criticism by some religious leaders Tuesday that it is an affront to traditional family values. Christian, Jewish and Muslim representatives say they agree school bullies must be stopped, but they can’t condone a […]

Apparently there has been a committee that has been evaluating for the last two years whether euthanasia is ok or not, and they came to the decision that it should be legal in Canada. I’m not really sure what to think about this. I mean, generally I would say it’s wrong if it is as […]

As I was standing at the bus stop today waiting for my bus to come, I noticed a poppy lying on the ground. That reminded me that Remembrance Day was fast approaching, and I should probably be wearing a poppy, especially since I am in a political science MA program, and it is highly likely […]

I am currently in an MA Political Science program, with a focus specifically on Political Theory. Last week, in my cosmopolitanism class, we were discussing Rawlsian theories, specifically his book the Law of Peoples, and a specific criticism arose, being that Rawls does not have any real base for his morality. Basically, Rawls claims that […]

Friends, Romans, Canadians: Lend me your study time!   Whether ’tis nobler to while away a while, say in studying books and writing notes, To “B” but not to “C” thus we in final exams will place our hopes. I hope but simply, having now no need for neural taxing near That we should not […]

It just goes to show you how long the arm of the state can be sometimes! ; ) Filed under: Environment, Interest, Just For Fun, Politics, trit Tagged: act, Animals, britain, government, legislation, rabbits

This morning, Hupernikomen, a friend, and myself went to a Ukranian Eastern Orthodoxy service, held in English. I must say, I found it very stimulating, as we had the opportunity to worship in ways that are not ordinarily used within the protestant tradition. I heard the Priest tell somebody after the service that Orthodoxy is […]

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The Canadian economy is back in high gear and global markets have taken notice The post Why the loonie shot higher. And what it means for you appeared first on Macleans.ca.

The Democratic Party's new brand might feel like empty sloganeering—but it may also signal a big shift in thinking. Which one is it? The post What the Democrats’ new ‘Better Deal’ policy means appeared first on Macleans.ca.

Justin Bourque killed three RCMP constables in Moncton in 2014—and with the national police force now on trial, a key point is being missed The post Why RCMP tactics—not weapons—failed against Justin Bourque appeared first on Macleans.ca.

The U.S. anthem no longer rings true. By many key measures, the 'land of the free' is badly falling behind the rest of the world. The post The slow death of American freedom appeared first on Macleans.ca.

Elaine Tanner, one of Canada's greatest swimmers, offers words of wisdom to Penny Oleksiak—advice that would resonate with any young Canadian The post ‘Be fearless’: Advice from ‘Mighty Mouse’ to ‘Golden Penny’ appeared first on Macleans.ca.

Federal and Ontario ministers of health sign charter to give front-line workers and First Nations communities more of a say in responding to crises The post First Nations sign agreement for more control of health care appeared first on Macleans.ca.

Sources tell the Associated Press Donald Trump continues to rage against Sessions' decision to recuse himself from Russia investigation The post Trump speaks with advisers about firing Jeff Sessions appeared first on Macleans.ca.

As the Assembly of First Nations prepares for its annual general assembly, the Liberals try to repackage old promises as new principles The post The Liberals’ plans for Indigenous reconciliation are just beads and trinkets appeared first on Macleans.ca.

China just strengthened its Great Propaganda Firewall to limit what its citizens can see and read about the outside world. The Liberals should be outraged. The post It’s time for Canada to stand up to China’s censorship crackdown appeared first on Macleans.ca.

Canada's centennial spurred a slew of architectural glories. But 50 years later, a truly great monument would be a design for a better country The post For Canada 150, architects should aim for solutions, not landmarks appeared first on Macleans.ca.