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Stories for week starting Monday, April 29, 2024

news

Why Isn’t This Menacing Extremist in Custody?

A violent racist, Donald Laird sent death threats to a politician, then dodged his sentencing date. Alberta police don’t seem too concerned.

Charles Rusnell, Today


culture

Is Wanderlust a Sin? Steve Burgess on His New Book

The ‘Reservations’ author on meeting the perfect tourist, ‘flight shame,’ his next trip and more. A Tyee Q&A.

David Beers, Today


analysis

If Trudeau Steps Down, Then What?

Among names floated for next Liberal leader, one has the big edge: Mark Carney.

Michael Harris, Today


analysis

If Animals Are Conscious, What about Us?

Emerging scientific research shows they’re self-aware. This could disrupt the Great Chain of Being for the greater good.

Crawford Kilian, Today