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Winnipeg Free Press
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Keeping Canada separate from our neighbour
Opinion The U.S. sneezes and Canada catches a cold. It's a common aphorism some use to describe our largely reactionary relationship with the superpower south of our border. It can be used to describe the nature of our traditionally parallel economic endeavours, which lead us to share their fate in the marketplace. Or how our symbiotic cultural dynamic leads us to adopt their trends. Or it can be used to describe how our political climate often follows their lead, just a few steps behind. So what about when America isn't just sneezing, but appears to be infested with a zombie fungal infection so dire it might lead one writer to craft atrocious wordplay like 'The Last of US?' The Canadian Press Prime Minister Mark Carney smiles as he gestures toward the opposition during question period in the House of Commons. It is long past debatable that U.S. Present Donald Trump will not be governing under any of the restraints he operated under in his first administration. The grown-ups in the room have been replaced by grovelling sycophants who spout juvenile lies to stroke his ego. Like when Pam Bondi recently congratulated Trump that his border policy had been so successful in stopping the flow of fentanyl that it had already saved 258 million lives. I hope nobody needs the math done for them to see how ludicrous that is. This Orwellian level of propaganda is occurring alongside a descent into martial law, where peaceful protest is met with the most brutal of crackdowns. International students are being advised to scrub their political writings from the public record because the administration is using any instances of political dissent as an excuse to strip them of their visas and deport them. And speaking of deportations, ICE has been doing things like busting up elementary school graduation ceremonies and abducting attendees for detainment, in many cases scooping up people who are not even eligible for deportation, simply as a tool for terror. And Dear Leader wanted a big military parade on his birthday. The United States has become the cartoonish caricature of a despotic state they have always accused North Korea of being. So what is Canada's response? Well, it's been a mixed bag. Thankfully Trump's direct assault of tariffs served as a wake-up call that we need to disentangle ourselves from our chaotic neighbours economically. And sure, we have put our elbows up and bought Canadian. But we aren't just doing it to score points in a trade war. I think for many of us, we are saying we see what is happening south of the border and we reject it — that this is a time for us to firmly stand separate from the U.S. But have our leaders heard us? Judging by the recent Bill C-2 put forward by the Mark Carney Liberals, it seems like they have taken the election results, which were a clear repudiation of contemporary right-wing politics, and somehow interpreted that as a mandate to govern like Stephen Harper 2.0. As the U.S. brutally cracks down on immigrants and refugees, Carney has decided to follow suit, introducing measures that will make it more difficult for even the most imperiled people seeking asylum. Like how a person will no longer be eligible to seek asylum if they even visited Canada in the past if it took place more than a year before their claim. Or how we will now be deporting people directly back to the very country they are fleeing from, even if their lives are in danger there, without offering them so much as a hearing. These are traditional policies of Western chauvinism and not how we invigorate a new Canadian era. Not that Carney appears interested in such a path anyway. Since his initial tough talk, he has seemed more interested in cosying back up to the president. But a word to the wise, Mr. Prime Minister. If you believe you can game out a mutually beneficial relationship of equals with Trump, you would be a fool. Wednesdays Columnist Jen Zoratti looks at what's next in arts, life and pop culture. A more local disappointment in this vein has been the recent pivot of Premier Wab Kinew and his warming to the idea of pipelines. Despite being another beneficiary of an electoral rejection of conservative politics, this is a frustrating, but historically unsurprising, pivot towards the right by a supposedly progressive leader. 'When the facts change … you change your opinion on something,' Kinew rationalized, referencing that we need to broaden our economic horizons due to the trade war with the U.S. But the facts haven't changed. Our failure to pivot away from fossil fuels continues to borrow on the quality of life in the future, as highlighted in every new report climatologists offer us. Yet we blissfully fail to meet even the barest of our emissions quotas. Trump sowing economic chaos cannot be used as an excuse to resort to the economic expediency of environmental degradation, which should be obvious as we cope with extreme conditions like those which have set our province ablaze this summer. Our leaders have confused reverting to the status quo for seeking stability. But that status quo is full of policies which strip human beings of their dignity and extract profit for shareholders at the cost of environmental security. People are sick enough of the status quo that they are ready to embrace extremes, such as those we see in the south. And it's time our politicians realize that if they won't lead us somewhere new, then that is ultimately where they will take us. Alex Passey is a Winnipeg author.
USA Today
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
When does the next 'Last of Us' come out? Date, time, how many episodes are left
When does the next 'Last of Us' come out? Date, time, how many episodes are left Show Caption Hide Caption Bella Ramsey, Pedro Pascal discuss father-daughter relationship 'The Last of Us' stars Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal reveal they didn't enjoy their character's estrangement in season 2. Spoiler alert! The following story contains details about Season 2 of HBO's "The Last of US" (now streaming). "The Last of Us" Season 2 is in full gear after fully thrusting fans back into the suspense and heartbreak that made the first season on HBO so gripping. The stakes are also higher as Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Dina (Isabela Merced) have embraced their love for each other, something fans know can be dangerous in this show. The two learned more about each other as Ellie reveals she's immune from being infected and Dina shares that she's pregnant. While embarking on mission to avenge Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal), the duo cross paths with a dangerous militant faction known as the Washington Liberation Front (W.L.F.) led by Isaac (Jeffrey Wright). With just three episodes of the Emmy-winning apocalypse series left, here's how to watch what happens next. When does the next episode of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 come out? The next episode of "The Last of Us" Season 2 will drop on Sunday, May 11 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on HBO and its streaming service Max. When is 'The Last of Us' finale? The Season 2 finale of "The Last of Us" will release on Sunday, May 25. How many 'The Last of Us' episodes are left? Season 2 of "The Last of Us" contains seven episodes. Here's what the upcoming schedule looks like: Episode 5: Sunday, May 11 Sunday, May 11 Episode 6: Sunday, May 18 Sunday, May 18 Episode 7 (season finale): Sunday, May 25 How to watch 'The Last of Us' New episodes of "The Last of Us" will air on HBO and be available to stream weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on Max. Season 1 of the series is also available to stream on Max. Max subscription plans begin at $9.99 a month with ads, while ad-free subscriptions cost $16.99 a month. The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads. HBO also offers bundles with Hulu and Disney+. Watch 'The Last of Us' Season 2 with Sling + Max 'The Last of Us' Season 2 cast Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey returned to reprise their leading roles as Joel and Ellie in "The Last of Us" Season 2. The remaining Season 2 cast also includes the following: Gabriel Luna as Tommy Miller as Tommy Miller Rutina Wesley as Maria Miller as Maria Miller Catherine O'Hara as Gail as Gail Kaitlyn Dever as Abby Anderson as Abby Anderson Isabela Merced as Dina as Dina Young Mazino as Jesse as Jesse Ezra Benedict Agbonkhese as Benjamin as Benjamin Tati Gabrielle as Nora as Nora Ariela Barer as Mel as Mel Spencer Lord as Owen as Owen Jeffrey Wright as Isaac as Isaac Danny Ramirez as Manny Watch the 'The Last of Us' Season 2 trailer Will there be a 'The Last of Us' Season 3? Yes. Ahead of Season 2's premiere, HBO announced "The Last of Us" would be returning for a third season. However, it is unclear if Season 3 will be the show's final season. Deadline reported that co-creators Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin said they were previously contemplating making up to four seasons. We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
USA Today
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
When does Episode 4 of 'The Last of Us' come out? Date, where to watch and more
Hear this story Spoiler alert! The following story contains details about Season 2 of HBO's "The Last of US" (now streaming). "The Last of Us" fans are still reeling from that episode, but the new season is just reaching the halfway point. Season 2 of HBO's Emmy-winning apocalypse series premiered last month and has already emotionally battered viewers with the jarring death of Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal). Both fans of the video game franchise and Last week's episode showcased the aftermath of Joel's death and the epic infected battle. Ellie (Bella Ramsey) is now consumed with untethered rage after losing her chosen father figure and is determined to seek vengeance against Abby (Kaitlyn Dever). The episode concluded with Ellie and Dina (Isabela Merced) leaving Jackson, Wyoming, and heading to Seattle against town orders. However, when they arrive at a seemingly deserted city, only viewers learn that a massive militia is in control. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Here's how to watch what happens next. When does the next episode of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 come out? The next episode of "The Last of Us" Season 2 will drop on Sunday, May 4 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on HBO and its streaming service Max. New episodes will release every Sunday, with the season finale dropping on Sunday, May 25. 'The Last of Us' Season 2 episode schedule Season 2 of "The Last of Us" premiered on April 13 and will have seven episodes. Here's what the upcoming schedule looks like: Episode 4: Sunday, May 4 Sunday, May 4 Episode 5: Sunday, May 11 Sunday, May 11 Episode 6: Sunday, May 18 Sunday, May 18 Episode 7 (season finale): Sunday, May 25 How to watch 'The Last of Us' New episodes of "The Last of Us" will air on HBO and be available to stream weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on Max. Season 1 of the series is also available to stream on Max. Max subscription plans begin at $9.99 a month with ads, while ad-free subscriptions cost $16.99 a month. The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads. HBO also offers bundles with Hulu and Disney+. Watch 'The Last of Us' Season 2 with Sling + Max 'The Last of Us' Season 2 cast Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey returned to reprise their leading roles as Joel and Ellie in "The Last of Us" Season 2. The remaining Season 2 cast also includes the following: Gabriel Luna as Tommy Miller as Tommy Miller Rutina Wesley as Maria Miller as Maria Miller Catherine O'Hara as Gail as Gail Kaitlyn Dever as Abby Anderson as Abby Anderson Isabela Merced as Dina as Dina Young Mazino as Jesse as Jesse Ezra Benedict Agbonkhese as Benjamin as Benjamin Tati Gabrielle as Nora as Nora Ariela Barer as Mel as Mel Spencer Lord as Owen as Owen Danny Ramirez Jeffrey Wright Watch the 'The Last of Us' Season 2 trailer Will there be a 'The Last of Us' Season 3? Yes. Ahead of Season 2's premiere, HBO announced "The Last of Us" would be returning for a third season. However, it is unclear if Season 3 will be the show's final season. Deadline reported that Druckmann and Mazin said they were previously contemplating making up to four seasons. We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage. Contributing: Saman Shafiq, Bryan Alexander and Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
