In a dramatic turn of events, Toronto's mayoral race just got a lot furrier as a canine contender has thrown its paw into the ring. That's right, our beloved city of Toronto might soon have a four-legged leader ruling in the office. And let's be honest, what could possibly go wrong? Meet Molly, the Shepherd Dog with a nose for politics and a bark that demands attention. While some critics mock at the idea o ...

In November 2021, Barbados, the Caribbean Island, removed the British Monarch as head of state in a bold move for a country that may require economic and political support from a powerhouse like the United Kingdom. Monarchies have been around as old as time. While they may have had a role to play in the past, it is time to acknowledge that they are no longer of any value to a nation in this modern, progress ...

-   [Customer service agent somewhere on the globe]: This is XYZ company (unclear) customer service, my name is …. (unclear) how can we help you? -   [customer in Canada]: Hi, whom I am speaking to again? -   It’s ……. How can I help you (sounds like a robot) -   I have such and such issues with the service and I need to resolve this matter, please. -   Wait for a second please, (after a long wait) hi, you c ...

In today's digital age, the concept of a "digital citizen" has become increasingly relevant. With the blast of internet access and technology, individuals can now participate in online communities, engage in digital activities, and interact with others in previously unimaginable ways. But what exactly does it mean to be a digital citizen, and what are the pros and cons of this evolving phenomenon? At its co ...

In recent years, we have witnessed a disturbing trend in global politics where many world leaders are increasingly attempting to consolidate power in their hands, ignoring the principle of separation of powers, defying the long-established concept of Democracy, and thus abusing human rights. This trend is concerning, and it has become more pronounced in the aftermath of the pandemic. But what has led to thi ...

Every day we hear about or experience the deterioration of the Healthcare system, the pride of our nation. We have personal experience with its weakness or maybe heard about it from friends, family, or colleagues. The following are three events of a firsthand and close encounter experience, which provide a closer look at the system rather than circling stories. These events are also just the tip of the iceb ...

The three prime factors determining a nation’s progress, stability, and prosperity are Food Abundance, Quality of Education, and Healthcare. Lacking any of those elements would halt the country from maintaining its position as one of the best places in the world to live in, which consequently would lead to a slowdown in immigration, thus negatively affecting the economic system, if not destroying it. Since ...

A few weeks after appointing, for the first time, a special representative for combatting Islamophobia, we hear about an act of vandalism in a Mandir, the Hindu temple. The police considered this act a hate crime. Total police-reported hate crimes were 3360 cases in 2021 – According to Statistics Canada report published in August 2022. A shameful and stressful number in the times where we call for inclusion ...

On the same day, two news pieces surfaced on social media and news sites. The first stated that the Peel District School Board voted unanimously to adopt the anti-Islamophobia strategy, a detailed plan to affirm Muslim identities and dismantle Islamophobia! Second, the Prime Minister announced the appointment of Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia! Despite the enormous controver ...

Since man started to live in social groups, clans, and tribes; the necessity of having a leader arose. Whether chosen or appointed by force, it was a fundamental role among social groups of the homo sapiens. The leader position became highly desirable and addictive for all those who once tasted it, which consequently developed the need to secure the post for the longest time possible. These needs and hunger ...

By the end of each year, we wish and hope for a better one to come. We review the year that is coming to an end and look for the changes we could make to ameliorate our future and those we care for. If everyone strives to create a better future, the whole community will prosper, and a better society will exist. The assumption here above applies solely to the matters that individuals have control on them. Bu ...

Lately, the United States of America (USA) has traded its basketball player, who was detained in Russia for the possession of Cannabis, for a Russian arms dealer – Viktor Bout jailed in the USA and known as the “merchant of death”. Bout was responsible for supplying arms and weapons to most terrorist organizations like Taliban and Al Qaida, many rebels in Africa, and drug barons and cartels in Latin America ...