At a time when U.S. politics seems more divided than ever, it might be expected that American voters would strongly align with either the Republican or Democratic parties. However, fresh data from Gallup polling of over 15,000 U.S. adults reveals a different trend. The conducted polling throughout 2025 uncovered that a record 45 percent of Americans now consider themselves political independents, not affiliated with any party. This shift suggests a growing disinterest in both major parties among the populace, potentially leading to a concentration of power among a smaller group of loyal voters. Such a scenario could perpetuate a cycle of polarization, further distancing potential voters. Chad...

The UN Security Council convened an urgent session to address the recent violent demonstrations in Iran following a plea from the United States. President Donald Trump's stance on potential actions against Iran remains uncertain, despite his earlier warnings of intervention. Trump expressed relief over reports of a reprieve in the number of deaths resulting from Iran's crackdown on protests. Both Iran and its Western adversaries have labeled the ongoing unrest as the most severe since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Iranian authorities shifted blame, alleging that foreign elements instigated the protests, morphing them into acts of terrorism against security forces and public assets. The U.S. Ambassador to the UN,...

After nearly four years of intense conflict, Ukraine has received concrete security assurances from over 30 nations, including Canada, to bring to potential peace...

Facing the reality that a majority of Canadian students are using generative AI for their school assignments, an increasing number of educators are incorporating...