It’s been said that sitting is the new smoking. While in this technological age, our jobs often involve spending hours sitting at a desk, there are strategies we can employ to lessen the physical and psychological impacts that come with sitting for too long. Not only is sitting too much…

The Disunited States of America It’s been said that breaking up is hard to do, but will irreconcilable differences stoked by the ever-growing political divide amongst Americans be the catalyst for a major break up of the world’s foremost military and economic superpower? For those who have studied American history…

They say there’s a first time for everything. Over the past five years, I’ve checked quite a few ‘firsts’ off my bucket list. These include living in Asia for a year and a half, seeing my first Halifax Wanderers match, and most, recently, jumping off a 20-foot waterfall in the…

Elected officials in western nations are acting like the kings and dictators of old. Are outdated models of democracy enabling this to happen? As 2020 draws to a close, we reflect on the events which took place over the past 365 days and look forward to 2021 with cautious optimism…

Democratically elected governments in western nations are becoming increasingly authoritarian, a festering menace that needs to be controlled sooner rather than later. As 2020 comes to be a close and the world reflects on such a turbulent, stressful year, unless you’ve been paying zero attention — or swallowed the propaganda…

Although being away from the comforts of a major city isn’t always convenient, the peace of mind, fresh air, and reduced stress that comes with living in the country far outweigh the benefits of urban life. Compared to even a century ago, much of our planet is an urbanized one…

Another Christmas will soon be upon us. What sets 2020 apart from other years (at least in living memory) is the fact that the sheer amount of turmoil and uncertainty wracking society doesn’t exactly make for joyous merrymaking. Even though this world has in many ways changed dramatically since I…

On November 25, the world said goodbye to Diego Maradona, whose prowess and mind-blowing skills on the pitch brought Argentina to a 3–2 victory over West Germany in the 1986 World Cup in front of 114,600 fans inside Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. …

During these very difficult times, there is a delicate balance between protecting public health while ensuring that the mass closure of businesses doesn’t trigger a recession — or worse. But are governments taking too hard of a stance against small business? The world is almost one year into the worst…