Note:
“Elbows Up” refers to a move, both offensive and defensive, used by hockey players going into a corner with an opponent, often associated with the great Gordie Howe.
Canada has just had an election focused on tariff and sovereignty threats. Mark Carney’s party, perceived as best able to respond to these threats, came in ahead.
The starting time for the Canadian leaders’ French-language debate last night was moved up to avoid conflict with the hockey game between the Montreal Canadiens (affectionately known as “the Habs”) and the Carolina Hurricanes. Final score: Montreal 4, Carolina 2
*The Battle of the Plains of Abraham was a defining battle between the French and English in Canada.
Painting of the prophet Jeremiah lamenting the destruction of Jerusalem, Rembrandt Van Reign, 1630 https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/SK-A-3276