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U.S. launches ‘major combat operations’ in Iran as Canada urges caution
Anti-riot police in central Tehran in front of a state building covered with a billboard depicting the destruction of a U.S. aircraft carrier. (Credit: Majid Saeedi/Getty Images) In the early hours of Feb. 28, explosions were reported across Tehran and the U.S. confirmed they were not just watching; they were involved. In an eight-minute video posted to Truth Social, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the American military had begun “major combat operations in Iran,”
Jennifer William
5 days ago2 min read
Commentary: When leaders speak of peace, but the world remains at war
World leaders gather at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where discussions on peace and global cooperation took place amidst ongoing international conflicts. (Credit: AP News / Evan Vucci) While speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a “Board of Peace,” an initiative he said would operate alongside existing international institutions. When asked whether the proposal would replace the United Nations, Trump said, “You
Suzanne Shah
Jan 262 min read
Professors put halt to annual New York trip, concerns over Trump administration
The 2025 New York City trip has been cancelled, the second time since its inauguration in 2001. This year would have been the 25th anniversary. (Credit: Brad Cross) Every year, as fall reading week approaches, fine arts and history students trade their notebooks and midterms for MetroCards and Broadway tickets. It’s not your typical fall road trip — it’s a 10-hour van ride filled with sing-alongs and When Harry Met Sally . However, the annual New York trip will not take place
Fernanda Sanchez
Oct 20, 20253 min read
Review: The Indigo Girls
The Indigo Girls played at the Harvest Music Festival in Fredericton last Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, opening for Melissa Etheridge on the main stage. (Submitted: Indigo Girls) I am not a lifelong resident of Fredericton. I only heard of the Harvest Music Festival when I came to Fredericton to pursue my Bachelor’s and STU gave out free day passes. The first year I attended Harvest, Trey Anastasio was headlining a very high-profile rock n’ roll artist. This headliner was still
Shanna Comeau
Sep 28, 20252 min read
Kimmel, Kirk and the free speech divide in the U.S.
On Sept. 17, ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel off the air after comments Kimmel made regarding the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk....
Jennifer William
Sep 28, 20252 min read
STU lecture breaks down Donald Trump’s first nine months in office
Attendees who filled the room watched as Tom Bateman, Connor Barry, Amanda DiPaolo, Shaun Narine, Jamie Gillies and Laura Levick (left to...
Fernanda Sanchez
Sep 21, 20253 min read
‘It’s one of the great crimes of the 21st century:’ STU prof reacts to Israel breaking ceasefire with Hamas
On March 18, Israeli forces killed over 400 people in Gaza in overnight attacks, which officially broke the ceasefire agreement the nation signed with Hamas that began on Jan. 19.
Jonas May
Mar 31, 20253 min read
Commentary: Who will be crowned the world’s best hockey nation?
<p>There is no greater international hockey rivalry than when Canada goes up against the United States. It has been 11 years since hockey fans have witnessed best-on-best hockey at the international level and it is living up to the hype. The NHL’s newly created 4 Nations Faceoff has been a major success for the league. […]</p>
Jonas May and Leo Czank
Feb 20, 20254 min read
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