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The Historical Significance of Good Friday

Good Friday is one of the most solemn days in Christianity, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday, it marks the culmination of Holy Week and serves as a day of reflection, mourning, and reverence. Historically, Good Friday traces back to the early Christian church, when believers honored Jesus' sacrifice for humanity. According to biblical accounts, Jesus was arrested, tried, and sentenced to death by crucifixion under the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. His execution, believed to have occurred around A.D. 30, is seen as the ultimate act of redemption, paving the way for salvation in Christian theology. The name "Good Friday" may seem paradoxical, given the suffering endured by Jesus. However, the term "good" in this context is understood to mean "holy" or "pious," signifying the sacred nature of the day. Across the world, Christians observe Good Friday through fasting, prayer, and special c...

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Carney's Bold First Step: Consumer Carbon Tax Abolished


In a decisive move on his first day as Prime Minister, Mark Carney has fulfilled a key campaign promise by abolishing the consumer carbon tax. This policy, introduced in 2019 under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, had become a contentious issue in Canadian politics. While it aimed to incentivize greener energy choices, critics argued it placed undue financial strain on households, especially during periods of high inflation.

Carney's government ended the tax through an order-in-council shortly after his swearing-in ceremony. The industrial carbon tax on large emitters remains intact, signaling a continued commitment to addressing climate change, albeit through different means. This action marks a significant shift in Canada's approach to carbon pricing and sets the tone for Carney's leadership. 


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