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How solar panels on farms can help increase crop yields
Solar farm projects in the Canadian province of Alberta have been put on hold or…
Online harassment is silencing Canada’s health experts — institutions need to do more to protect them
Canada has lost the measles elimination status it has held since 1998. To regain that…
Why procrastination isn’t laziness – it’s rigid thinking that your brain can unlearn
Most of us have experienced it: a deadline approaches, the task is perfectly doable, yet…
How my time-space synaesthesia affects how I experience and ‘feel’ the new year
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Social media amplifies the politics of feelings
Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City mayor has spurred global celebrations and pride. Scores…
why the house always wins in the long run
You’ve probably heard the phrase “the house always wins” when it comes to casino gambling.…
What to do if you fail at your new year resolution
Every year, many of us bravely announce our resolutions for the new year. A glass…
From living buildings to multitasking home robots, here’s how science is reimagining 2026
As science continues to push boundaries, the coming years could surprise us with self‑healing cities,…