Libman: Sovereignty in the spotlight as PSPP and Trump rattle their sabres

The trade war initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump is significantly impacting Canadian ports, with Halifax experiencing a 10% drop in container traffic as concerns grow over the fluctuating nature of tariffs. Professor Trevor Heaver predicts a dramatic decline in shipping traffic, particularly affecting the Trans-Pacific trade, and anticipates increased "blank sailings" due to reduced demand. While Vancouver's port sees a majority of trade with non-U.S. countries, the Port of Prince Rupert is expected to...

A Soviet space probe, Kosmos 482, launched on March 31, 1972, is nearing its end after 53 years in orbit, with potential re-entry to Earth imminent. Unlike previous Soviet attempts, Kosmos 482 broke into pieces, with parts that managed to survive re-entry hitting New Zealand, which raised concerns over radioactivity. As its orbit decays, there's uncertainty about where it may land, with possible areas including parts of Canada and potentially near Venus, Texas, highlighting the...

Frank McKenna stated that Mark Carney has effectively addressed President Trump’s comments about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state, allowing both nations to pursue stability. During their meeting, Carney firmly communicated that Canada is not for sale, while Trump acknowledged the issue would not be revisited unless prompted. McKenna expressed optimism for future negotiations, noting Carney's diplomatic handling of Trump's inaccuracies and emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach beyond Trump's impulsive decision-making. Full Article

The Canadian 4x100-metre relay team, featuring Andre De Grasse, Aaron Brown, Brendon Rodney, and Jerome Blake, is returning to the World Athletics Relays, the event that initiated their journey towards Olympic gold. The athletes are enthusiastic about using this competition as a stepping stone once again. Their past success, including winning the men's 4x100m relay world title in July 2022, fuels their determination for future achievements. Full Article

Canada's largest school board, along with several others across North America, has received ransom demands linked to a significant cybersecurity breach involving PowerSchool that occurred during the winter break. This incident follows the company's decision to pay hackers to delete the stolen data. The breach highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in educational institutions' cybersecurity and raises concerns about the effectiveness of ransom payments in preventing further attacks. Full Article

Mitch Marner's Winning GoalMitch Marner scored the decisive goal in the third period as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Florida Panthers 4-3 in NHL playoff action on May 7, 2025. Joseph Woll stepped in for the injured Anthony Stolarz, making 25 saves to secure the victory. With this win, the Maple Leafs now hold a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Full Article