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Presents a brief profile of Canadian physicist Robert Birgeneau. Biographical and career information; How he decided to become a citizen of the United States; His position of president at the University of Toronto in Ontario; His thoughts on Canada.

The article looks at how Toronto, Ontario mayor Rob Ford could learn from London, England mayor Boris Johnson, who are both characterized as outspoken, gaffe-prone, and conservative. Topics discussed include Ford's feud with the "Toronto Star" newspaper, Johnson's education and career as a journalist, and Ford's image as a buffoon and a bully.

The article looks at Rob Ford, mayor of Toronto, Ontario, who is facing low approval ratings for various political missteps. His relationship with his brother Doug Ford, a Toronto city councillor, is a focus, particularly problems brought on by Doug's remarks about public libraries. Other topics discussed include the mayor's progress at the beginning of his term, his mediocre efforts at cutting costs in the city, and his conflicts with the press, especially the Toronto Star newspaper.

The author argues that all the critics of Toronto, Ontario mayor Rob Ford are wrong to suggest that Ford leave office to get professional help for his apparent mental health and substance abuse issues. Rather, she points out, every scandal Ford becomes involved in strengthens his political career. She discusses his approval ratings, the allegations that he was video-taped smoking crack, and assertions he appeared intoxicated at an August 2013 food festival. His views on graffiti are mentioned.

The author discusses the Canadian politician Rob Ford, focusing on a scandal concerning his alleged substance abuse while in office as the mayor of Toronto, Ontario as of June 2013. Topics include the resignation of some of Ford's staff members, public opinion concerning Ford during his career, and a video that allegedly depicts Ford smoking crack cocaine.