Culture

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15 Fascinating Facts You Never Learned About America

Which president was a hangman, which owned a saloon, the country's deadliest job, and more fascinating trivia about American history...


7 Animals That Are Deadlier Than Sharks

There were 2,785 confirmed unprovoked shark attacks around the world between 1958 and 2016. Sounds like a high figure, but...


The 15 Scariest Songs of All Time

These creepy songs run the gamut from hip-hop to avant-garde to spine-tinglingly bizarre—and all of them just plain good.


8 Funny Limericks Only Clever People Will Get

Fancy a short one and a quick chuckle? These funny limericks won't just make you laugh; they'll make you feel...


This Man’s Blood Donation Has Saved the Lives of 2.4-Million—And Counting!

...And more shocking medical miracles that will blow your mind.


13 Moon Mysteries That Scientists Are Trying to Figure Out

Even though it's right there above us, scientists still have a lot of questions about Earth's own moon.



How This Activist is Helping to Curb Drug-Related Deaths in Vancouver

Sarah Blyth, founder of the Overdose Prevention Society, is working to save lives on the city's Downtown Eastside.

15 Surprising Facts About Your Favourite Superheroes

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...some pretty cool facts about the fictional crime fighters who have been entertaining audiences...


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15 Adorable Animals You Didn’t Even Know Existed

Puppies pale in comparison to these little guys.


10 Secret Messages Hidden in World Famous Paintings

Which famous work has a giant skull hiding in plain sight? In which painting did the artist hide an image...


24 Words (and Phrases) That Make You Sound Stupid

Big words, business jargon and hyperbole intended to pump up your language only have the opposite effect. Check yourself before...


That’s Outrageous: 3 Diamond Ring Stories That Will Brighten Your Day

Planning a wedding? Make sure to read these tales before you choose a ring bearer.


That’s Outrageous: 3 Mail Delivery Stories You Won’t Believe Are True

As these quirky tales prove, mail delivery is anything but a boring job.


10 Petty Conflicts That Changed History

Popular shoe brands, U.S. state borders, and even electricity itself could have been very different if a few powerful guys...


The Subtle But Powerful Significance Behind the Titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex

These titles were the most logical choices for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to receive, but they carry a deeper...


14 of the Most Elaborate Spider Webs Ever Found in Nature

The next time you're sweeping cobwebs out of the corners, take a moment to appreciate the elaborate designs of these...

13 Royal Rules Meghan Markle Must Follow Now

Now that she’s officially the Duchess of Sussex, she has a whole new set of rules to learn.


13 World-Changing Ideas That Came from Dreams (Literally)

From classic novels to scientific breakthroughs to box-office blockbusters, some of our most important innovations were inspired by our subconscious.


10 Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Planet Earth

From the water that covers most of it to the moon that orbits it, here are some bizarre things about...


The 12 Most Expensive Books in the World

Read this the next time you're tempted to complain about the price of hardcovers at Chapters.


13 Facts You Never Knew About the Summer Solstice

Did you know that the sun is NOT close to the earth on the summer solstice and it's NOT the...


15 Minutes With Royal Historian Carolyn Harris

Historian Carolyn Harris dishes on the royal wedding, the Queen on TV and the British monarchy's changing attitudes.

How the Rainbow Became Associated with Gay Rights

Since the 1970s, the rainbow has been a universally recognized symbol for LGBT pride. But why was the rainbow chosen...


Good News

Some of the positive stories coming our way


It’s a Mad, Mad World

What’s the craziest law on the planet? There’s plenty of competition.


The Friendly Street

What makes a thriving community? These neighbors have the answer.


13 Star Wars Facts Everyone Gets Wrong

You may think Ewoks are cute and that you know when Boba Fett first turns up, but you're wrong. Check...