The Decibel

Pitch and Power: Italian agony, psychology of the penalty kick

To ban or not to ban: Canadian teens weigh in on social media

Why Canada’s banks are doing so much better than the economy

The new pipeline push in Canada

Why copper theft is on the rise and costing millions

The Canadian spy agency you may not have heard of

How alcohol sales explain Canada’s internal trade problem

After 250 years of living next to the U.S., what’s next?

Canada’s history is fundamentally defined as a reaction to the United States, evolving through pivotal moments like the War of 1812, the American Civil War, and the post-WWII establishment of NATO and NORAD. These events forged a unique, intertwined relationship characterized by shared continental defense and deep econ...

A new era of trade uncertainty for Canada, the U.S., and Mexico

Why Canada struggles to stop the illegal wildlife trade

Dating sucks right now, here’s why

Modern dating faces a significant decline as individuals grapple with app fatigue, economic instability, and the lingering effects of pandemic-era social isolation. Dating apps, once viewed as essential tools, now frequently foster negative experiences characterized by ghosting, pay-to-play mechanics, and algorithmic d...

The ‘valley of death’ for Canadian businesses

Canada’s push for nuclear power

Why more LGBTQ+ people are trying to flee the U.S.

LGBTQI individuals are facing record levels of persecution and displacement, with Rainbow Railroad reporting over 20,000 requests for assistance in 2025—a 51% year-over-year increase. The United States currently generates the highest volume of these requests, driven by executive orders that restrict gender-affirming ca...

How short-term rentals are fuelling human trafficking in Canada

Patrick Radden Keefe, in conversation at The Globe

Investigative journalism relies on strategic patience, deep-dive reporting, and the ability to humanize complex systems. Patrick Radden Keefe, a staff writer for The New Yorker, emphasizes that the most compelling stories emerge from persistent, in-person engagement rather than online research. His process involves cre...

U.S. and Iran sign an initial peace deal – now the challenge begins

Saskatchewan could hold the key to Canada’s foreign trade goals

The fight to make streaming platforms fund Canadian content

Ready to launch: Canada enters the space age