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Steven Nuss, Simon Fraser University; Clifton van der Linden, McMaster University, and Mark Pickup. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. American interest in Alberta separatism over the last 18 months has ranged from overt statements of support from cabinet officials and congressional allies to backing [...] Read More... The post Analysis: Albertans disapprove of Donald Trump — and his brand is weakening separatism, too appeared first on McMaster News.

McMaster has ranked in the top 5 per cent of universities globally in the prestigious 2027 Times Higher Education World University Rankings (WUR). Overall, McMaster placed 116th among a field of more than 2,000 public and private universities, with top marks for research excellence and industry partnerships. “We can all be proud that THE continues [...] Read More... The post Prestigious global ranking places McMaster in the top 5% of universities worldwide appeared first on McMaster News.

The past few years have been something of an experiment in working from home (WFH). After COVID lockdowns, it seemed like it was here to stay, but recent return-to-work mandates have sought to bring employees back to the office full-time. But which approach is best? The evidence suggests employers should rethink blanket return-to-office mandates, says [...] Read More... The post As employers call workers back, research points to hybrid work appeared first on McMaster News.

When thrifters describe the “thrill of the find,” it isn’t about finding the item — it’s about letting the item find you. And when it happens, you feel it: The shift as you recognize you came across something special. That’s how Megan Somers, equity, diversity and inclusion coordinator in McMaster’s Department of Pediatrics, describes coming [...] Read More... The post McMaster staff member discovers, donates Morrisseau prints to Indigenous Health Learning Lodge appeared first on McMaster News.

Clementine Oberst, McMaster University. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. Hockey has made it big on the small screen. TV’s buzziest show, Heated Rivalry, debuted in late 2025, with Off Campus following in 2026. They join beloved Canadian show Shoresy, which has a sixth season [...] Read More... The post Analysis: How Heated Rivalry, Off Campus and Shoresy are challenging hockey’s old ideas appeared first on McMaster News.