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A Piece of Cake
Flight Lieutenant Alan Pollock was taken by surprise as a “target of opportunity” (more fighter-pilot speak) presented itself. He had just a few seconds to assess his situation and decide – over it? Or through it?
Wealth tax wins 64% support — with a $10m threshold and family homes excluded
Almost two-thirds of respondents support a wealth tax targeting individual net assets above $10 million while exempting family homes, according to new Ipsos polling.
The Lionskin
Netflix is putting Narnia in a new skin, and C S Lewis wrote the test for spotting one 70 years ago.
Trying to Free China’s Religious Prisoners
Sam Brownback said China’s record religious persecution should be a central, not side issue, in any trade, national security, or AI negotiations.
The Startling Rate of MAiD in Canada
Canada’s MAiD program was launched in 2016 for people whose death was “reasonably foreseeable”, but was expanded in 2021 to make those with chronic diseases and other physical conditions eligible, and advocates now want people suffering only from mental health issues to be included.
Staying Strong
The fight that ended a 27-year career in education: A story of conviction, consequence, and staying strong when everything is on the line.
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Trump’s Greenland Deal Is Real After All
Copenhagen and Washington quietly agree on more bases, a closed door to Beijing and Moscow and a Danish flag that isn’t going anywhere.
The Sunset for the Broadcasting Standards Authority
A bill that is better late than never.
Education Ministry launches review as OIA concerns reach Stanford’s office
An Education Ministry manager allegedly told staff to stop recording teachers’ criticism during curriculum consultation because it could be released under the Official Information Act.