Op-ed / Rant

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The President Who Cried Wolf

The rumble of international markets grows louder as a trade war between two global superpowers—China and the United States—continues to escalate. In this high-stakes game, the allies the U.S. once counted on are showing signs of fatigue and frustration. U.S. President Donald Trump has thrown the global economy into turbulence by announcing a 125 per

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Why Public Consultation Matters in Community Projects

When a community is left out of critical decisions, the repercussions can extend far beyond the immediate issue. The recent controversy surrounding Barrie’s flagpole project serves as a stark reminder of why public consultation should never be bypassed. In a move that left many residents scratching their heads, Barrie council approved a direct motion to

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Wake up Barrie, Trump’s Trade War with Allied Nations Sparks Global Unrest

Donald Trump’s latest tariff impositions didn’t just rattle trade markets; they sent shockwaves through the foundations of diplomatic alliances. What was once a relationship of mutual respect among nations now teeters on the edge of discord. As global leaders awaited clarity, Trump’s proclamations came like a thunderclap. His rhetoric, laced with words like “rape” and

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Unpacking Trump’s Strategy with Social Media and Political Drama -Who’s the deranged one?

It was nearly 1 a.m. when Donald Trump, awake and active on Truth Social, deployed his trademark rhetorical device: a blend of provocation, populism, and pressure. This time, his target was Canadian tariffs and a quartet of Republican senators. For years, Trump has wielded social media with a tactician’s precision. His late-night post accused Senators

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Signal

Battle Lines Drawn: Media Integrity in the Age of Polarization

What happens when media stops prioritizing accountability and instead embraces a game of ‘Who’s yelling louder’? That’s the scene we’re in, and trust me, it’s more absurd than a bad improv class. So here we are: a leaked Signal chat involving military strikes, a journalist from The Atlantic, and national security stakes that would make

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