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Violent crime in U.S. cities is way down, and Trump is taking credit

Violent crime in U.S. cities is way down, and Trump is taking credit

Fresh statistics show violent crime in major U.S. cities dropped sharply in 2025 from the previous year, and U.S. President Donald Trump is claiming that his get-tough policies are the reason. The inconvenient truth for this Trump administration is that violent crime was already in sharp decline before he returned to office.

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From Companion to Ex Machina, Hollywood is robot-obsessed. Should we be afraid?
Star

February 2, 2025

From Companion to Ex Machina, Hollywood is robot-obsessed. Should we be afraid?

Right up to this week with Companion, the warning that…

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We're being nudged to eat meat. What if the tables were turned?
Star

February 2, 2025

We’re being nudged to eat meat. What if the tables were turned?

Restaurants, events and even hospitals generally offer meat as the…

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Trump claims there are only '2 genders.' Historians say that's never been true
Star

February 2, 2025

Trump claims there are only ‘2 genders.’ Historians say that’s never been true

The Trump administration’s ‘two gender’ policy is sparking fear and…

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As colleges slash programs, concern grows about less choice for students, and impact to workforce
Star

February 2, 2025

As colleges slash programs, concern grows about less choice for students, and impact to workforce

Many Ontario colleges have cut programs, put others under review…

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I am a proud African. Moving to Canada and being seen as Black was a culture shock
Star

February 2, 2025

I am a proud African. Moving to Canada and being seen as Black was a culture shock

Vuyo Ginindza has always felt pride in being Swati and…

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Elon Musk's speech in Germany raises concerns about his increased political meddling abroad
Star

February 2, 2025

Elon Musk’s speech in Germany raises concerns about his increased political meddling abroad

Elon Musk’s comments at a rally for Germany’s far-right AfD…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

Woll ensures Leafs escape Edmonton with gritty 4-3 win

EDMONTON — What looked like a game on cruise control…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

OHL roundup: Aitcheson plays OT hero as Colts clip IceDogs 7-6

BARRIE, Ont. — Kashawn Aitcheson’s second goal of the night,…

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Sports

February 2, 2025

Merilainen gets 3rd shutout of season as Senators beat Wild 6-0

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Leevi Merilainen stopped 16 shots for…

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