A Mother Was Convicted of Murdering Her Children—Until Science Uncovered the Truth
After all four of Kathleen Folbigg's children died in infancy, a court found her guilty of murder. Twenty years later, DNA evidence revealed what really happened.
Meet the Mechanic Who Modifies Bikes for Injured Veterans
Sharine Milne, an Australian mechanic, customizes bikes so that injured veterans can get riding again.
10 Difficult Personality Types—and How to Deal With Them
Got a complainer in your life? Or a contrarian, who always disagrees just for the sake of it? How about...
Unique Ways People are Giving Back Around the World
Charity isn’t only about big donations. Here are the innovative ways people are helping those in need—even when money is...
This Was the Worst Tornado in Canada’s History
The terrifying "Black Friday Tornado" swept through Edmonton on July 31, 1987, leaving 27 dead and 600 injured.
10 Most Famous Shipwrecks in Canadian History
From doomed Arctic expeditions to disastrous maiden voyages, these tragic shipwrecks have become the stuff of legend.
Meet the Woman Who’s Saving Asia’s Elephants
Lek Chailert started with a humble goal: rescue one abused bull. Now, she's the head of an international non-profit with...
This Is What Happens When You Get Struck by Lightning
There’s a nine in 10 chance you’ll survive. But what are the lasting effects of being exposed to hundreds of...
How This Former Teacher is Helping to Combat Shark Fishing
A snorkelling trip inspired Kathy Xu's innovative solution to the shark fishing crisis: Ecotourism.
These Families Are Providing a Home—And Hope—For Refugees
People who welcome the world's displaced take a giant, generous leap of faith. Here are three of their stories.
This Young Woman Figured She Only Had a UTI—Until Her Kidneys Started Failing
Read the incredible true story of how doctors stopped at nothing to solve a medical mystery.
How an Artisan Website Became a Grassroots Disaster-Relief Organization
Originally positioned as the "Etsy of Afghanistan," Aseelapp.com emerged as a vital tool to direct aid to certain places in...
Victoria Had Always Suffered Headaches, But This One Left Her in a Dreamlike Fog For Three Weeks
It wasn't until the 26-year-old student went in for a CT scan that she realized the gravity of her situation...
This Was the Deadliest Forest Fire in Canadian History
The Great Matheson Fire of 1916 killed 223 and ushered in Ontario’s first forest firefighting measures.
A Brutal Alligator Attack Was Just the Beginning of His Three-Day Ordeal
Critically injured, and repeatedly stalked by the gator, could Eric Merda navigate his way out of the treacherous Florida swampland?
Good News Stories That Will Brighten Your Day
We've rounded up the most heartwarming and inspirational good news stories from around the world.
The Funniest (True!) News Headlines From Across the Country
From a thoughtful thief returning a stolen car (with a full tank of a gas) to a multi-million dollar maple...
This Toronto Man Had a Headache For 12 Years—But One Doctor Wouldn’t Give Up on a Cure
Could an experimental procedure provide relief from the unbearable pain?
The Hermit of Port Edward
Remembering an unlikely and brief friendship one long-ago summer.
Canada’s Most Notorious Cold Cases
With the help of cutting-edge technology, amateur and professional detectives are trying to crack these unsolved mysteries once and for...
Doctors Thought This Three-Year-Old Had Appendicitis—Until the Surgery Started
To their surprise, little Daniel's appendix looked perfectly healthy. It was when they started moving the camera through his intestines...
Life Lessons I Learned From My Daughter
My daughter’s cancer diagnosis was devastating, but it was also the start of a journey that was a privilege to...
As the Lion Bit Down, the Man Felt Sure He Was About to Die
A classic Drama in Real Life from the Reader's Digest archives, originally published in 1977.
Doctors Thought This Young Girl Had Simply Pulled a Muscle—Days Later, She Was in the ER Screaming
Even after they'd ruled out appendicitis or a potential sports injury, 10-year-old Sophie remained wracked with pain.
This 38-Year-Old’s Deteriorating Vision Stumped Doctors. What Tests Revealed is the Stuff of N...
For weeks, an eye parasite had been tunnelling, undetected, through the Ontario woman’s macula. Read the true story of how...
A Beloved Rust Bucket: Memories of My 1963 Volkswagen Beetle
Over the years, I’ve owned various cars, and each one has been my favourite, until it wasn’t. But, like a...
Drama in Real Life: Rogue Bear on the Rampage
A tragic true story of heroism in the face of horror from the Reader's Digest archives, originally published in 1999.
By Donating Their Children’s Organs, These Parents Gave Other Families Hope
“Instead of five families mourning the loss of their child, it’s only ours. That’s why organ donation is worth it.”
A Truckload of Memories: The Story of Our 1950 Dodge Truck
Bought new more than 70 years ago, this 1950 Dodge is still trucking for the family that purchased it—with a...
My Dad Was Diagnosed With MS at 43—And It Changed Our Family Forever
For my mother, caregiving was filled with challenges—and triumphs.
Eternally Yours: Reflections on a Lifelong Romance
"Our years together were spent sharing our dreams and happiness, our worries and sorrows. We were blessed indeed. This wonderful...
