Explained: What Harvard’s A-Grade problem says about America’s higher education malaise

Harvard University faces a crisis as nearly 60 percent of undergraduate grades are A’s. This trend, mirroring a national drift, means an ‘A’ no longer signifies true excellence. Employers and graduate schools find transcripts less reliable. The system prioritizes student satisfaction over academic challenge. This shift impacts how learning is perceived, with rigor often replaced…

Read More

Explained: Toronto’s condo market hits a 30-year low — why it matters now

Toronto’s condo market has collapsed to 1990s levels, with just 28 units sold in the city and 155 across the GTA in September 2025. Sky-high interest rates, construction costs, and development fees have frozen pre-construction sales, threatening future supply. Without urgent government intervention, the city faces stalled projects, layoffs, and a looming housing shortage, despite…

Read More

What is UAE’s green innovation district? The latest addition to Dubai Expo City and why it matters

The UAE has launched its first Green Innovation District at Expo City Dubai, a major step toward sustainable economic growth. Developed by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Expo City Dubai, the district will unite clean-energy enterprises, research centers, and investors to advance green technology, create high-value jobs, and support the UAE’s Net Zero…

Read More