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National Post
3 hours ago
- Sport
- National Post
TSN's Luke Willson rips CFL 'rats' for attempting to silence him, then removes post
When he was a Super Bowl-winning tight end with the Seattle Seahawks, Luke Willson never shied away from taking a big hit. Article content As a prominent football analyst getting better with each set of downs, it seems, the Canadian isn't shy about the cheap shots coming his way for his work on TSN's CFL coverage. Article content Article content Even when they come with ridiculous consequences from those attempting to silence him. Article content In fact, Willson is going on the offensive for those pushing back at his criticisms of the CFL, the type of commentary never before heard so pointedly and vocally on the network. Article content 'I believe that the board of governors have rats within (the CFL), both on air and behind the scenes,' Willson said in a post on X on Saturday that quickly sizzled on the social media site among the league's observers. 'They want me gone. I am like a roach. Tough to kill.' Article content While Willson didn't elaborate on those who would like to see him muted, the pushback has been strong, even if much of it is from league apologists. Article content And then, within hours on Saturday, it became real. Article content It didn't take long for what appeared to be the enemy within to emerge, as by mid-Saturday afternoon Willson's post from X had been removed. The popular broadcaster posted a gif of a person getting his wrist slapped with a caption 'oops.' In a reply to that post, Willson acknowledged that he had been asked to delete his criticisms. Article content It's all just silliness, really, and if, in fact, TSN made Willson remove his opinion, it's a terrible (if unsurprising) bit of censorship of a dude who has brought considerable attention — good and bad — to both the CFL and his network's coverage this season. And depending on how it all went down, it showed how deeply TSN and the CFL are in bed together. The fact is that the LaSalle, Ont. native has been a fresh voice on the CFL shows, building on the terrific insight he brings to TSN's NFL coverage. The criticism has been predictable in that many of Willson's more vocal opposition centres on a belief that he has an NFL bias. Article content Of course, those accusations just make Willson laugh. As they should as well to anyone who has listened to his full body of work on CFL coverage this season. Article content What initially prompted Willson's latest social media tirade was news on Friday that both the Toronto Argos will be playing a significant portion of their 'home' schedule on the road in 2026 to make room for the World Cup that will see games played at BMO Field.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
‘Wish we could offer more': Dalhousie University gives union final pitch as possible labour disruption looms
Dalhousie University is seen in Halifax on May 28, 2020. Dalhousie University board of governors has given its union of more than 1,000 members its final offering in the collective bargaining negotiations as possible class interruptions loom. The Dalhousie Faculty Association was scheduled to meet with the board of governors on Monday following a 14-day countdown triggered by a 'no board report' in mid-July, which indicates a bargaining impasse. The Association's previous three-year contract expired at the end of June and negotiations for a new one started in May. A conciliation officer joined the process in the summer. In an open letter, Dalhousie president Kim Brooks outlined the final offer to the union, which includes wage increases of two per cent per year for three years. David Westwood, president of the Association, previously told CTV News Atlantic they are seeking wage increases of seven per cent in the first year and four per cent in the second and third years for a total of 15 per cent. 'While the proposed IMC increases are in line with current inflation rates, we acknowledge that this offer does not reflect the higher inflation rates of previous years,' Brooks said. 'We know many faculty (and staff) face financial pressures. We also know the challenges faculty members have weathered in recent years, including adapting to a pandemic, supporting students experiencing increased mental health challenges, and navigating geopolitical tensions. 'We truly wish we could offer more. Our priority with this offer is to protect core academic activity and minimize further significant layoffs in the years ahead. This is the most we can responsibly commit to at this time.' Earlier this year, Dalhousie released its operating budget and announced a $20.6 million deficit along with cuts to all faculties and tuition increases for some international students. Brooks said Dalhousie has withdrawn its proposal on the '90-10' rule, which requires that 90 per cent of all teaching at Dalhousie be done by Association members. 'We hope faculty will recognize the effort to find common ground, including the withdrawal of 90/10 proposal — a decision made in the spirit of partnership and longer-term collaboration,' Brooks said. 'In the full context of the university's financial realities and future responsibilities, we believe this offer represents a serious and principled path forward.' Janet Bryson, director of strategic communications and media relations with Dalhousie, previously told CTV News Atlantic that a strike or a lockout could be possible if an agreement is not reached. Westwood previously said the union has been clear in its desire to not call a strike in August. 'An August lockout would disrupt a lot of teaching,' he said. 'It's also a top month when graduate students are defending their theses. All those defences would be terminated if there's a lockout. Our members would be unable to do the preparations to get ready for September.' -With files from CTV News Atlantic's Jesse Huot For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
Wall Street Journal
07-08-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Bank of Mexico Slows Pace of Interest-Rate Cuts
MEXICO CITY—The Bank of Mexico slowed its pace of monetary easing Thursday, opting to cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point after four consecutive half-point reductions. The board of governors voted 4-1 to lower the overnight interest-rate target to 7.75% from 8%. Deputy Gov. Jonathan Heath voted to leave the rate unchanged.
