Many Canadians are increasingly choosing to buy Canadian products, especially at the grocery store. But identifying which foods are produced or made in Canada can be complicated. These experts can shed light on the subject:
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Published on: 31 Mar 2025
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop fighting in the Black Sea. The agreement would also cease strikes on energy infrastructures in both countries. It would be the first significant step toward a ceasefire, but it remains unclear how and when this limited truce would be implemented.
These McGill experts are available to comment on this topic:
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Published on: 25 Mar 2025
Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy in the U.S., raising concerns about the fate of genetic data of millions of customers who used its at-home DNA testing kits to learn about their ancestry and health risks.
Yann Joly, Director of the Centre of Genomics and Policy and Associate Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at McGill University is available to comment on this topic.
yann.joly [at] mcgill.ca (English, French)
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Published on: 25 Mar 2025
World Happiness Report 2025, released Thursday, ranks countries based on survey data measuring people's self-reported life satisfaction. Canada, once among the top 10, has dropped from 6th place in 2013 to 18th in 2025, mirroring a wider decline among industrial nations.
McGill University has an expert who can comment on this topic:
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Published on: 20 Mar 2025
World Water Day is a United Nations observance that raises awareness of the importance of fresh water and sustainable water management. This year’s theme is preserving glaciers, which are melting faster than ever due to climate change.
McGill experts are available to comment on this topic:
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Published on: 20 Mar 2025
Hudson’s Bay Company was seeking court approval Monday to liquidate its business. Meanwhile, Forever 21’s U.S. operations have filed for bankruptcy (this does not affect Forever 21 stores in Canada).
This McGill professor can share his expertise on the subject:
Charles de Brabant, Executive Director, Bensadoun School of Retail Management
charles.debrabant [at] mcgill.ca (English, French)
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Published on: 17 Mar 2025
A general election was being held Tuesday in Greenland, where questions of independence from Denmark and U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to take over the island loom large.
This expert can share her insights into what is at play in this election:
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Published on: 11 Mar 2025
March 11 marks five years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. The following McGill University experts are available to share their insights on the lasting impacts and the lessons learned.
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Published on: 10 Mar 2025
The United States announced on Monday that it was pausing military aid to Ukraine. European countries are weighing their responses.
These McGill experts are available to share their insights:
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Published on: 4 Mar 2025
The United States has now imposed import tariffs of 25 per cent on goods from Canada and Mexico. Canada is retaliating by imposing tariffs on imports from the United States.
These McGill experts can shed light on the potential effects of these tariffs:
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Published on: 4 Mar 2025
Elon Musk’s team at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has sought access to data from various U.S. government departments and agencies. This has caused concerns that DOGE will gain access to potentially sensitive data on millions of Americans.
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Published on: 28 Feb 2025
M23 rebels, widely thought to be backed by Rwanda, have captured swaths of the mineral-rich eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The fighting, which continues, has killed 7,000 people since January 1, 2025, Congo’s prime minister said this week.
This McGill expert can share his insights into the situation:
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Published on: 27 Feb 2025
This week, contenders for the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada participated in debates in English and French. The new leader will be announced March 9. Starting today, party supporters will be able to cast ballots for their preferred candidate.
This McGill expert is available to share his insights:
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Published on: 26 Feb 2025
A federal election will be held in Germany on Feb. 23, 2025 to elect the members of the 21st Bundestag.
This McGill expert is available to share her insights:
Dietlind Stolle, James McGill Professor, Department of Political Science and Director, Centre for the Study of Democratic Citizenship has expertise in European politics and comparative government and politics.
dietlind.stolle [at] mcgill.ca (English)
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Published on: 21 Feb 2025
As U.S. President Donald Trump brings changes in U.S. foreign policy, and as Saudi Arabia hosts talks between Russia and the United States about bringing the war between Russia and Ukraine to an end, questions about are being raised about the future of NATO.
These McGill experts are available to share their insights:
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Published on: 18 Feb 2025
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