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10 Ingenious Innovations That Will Save the World (And Blow Your Mind)

Big thinkers around the world are coming up with ways to make a positive impact. Here are a few of our favourites.

Dementia Breakthroughs Offer New Hope

New treatments and tests for dementia are finally here, after decades of disappointments.


I Fell For This Email Scam—And You Could Too

Even the most savvy among us can fall for a con and lose hundreds of dollars. I learned this first-hand...


Can CBN Really Help You Sleep? I Tested It to Find Out

Sleep-challenged writer Leah Rumack tested CBN—a non-intoxicating cannabis compound—to see if it helps with rest and relaxation.


How DNA Testing is Solving Cold Cases—and Reuniting Families

These DNA reunion stories show how genetic testing can be a powerful tool in solving missing person cases—decades after the...

Wearing This May Reduce Your Dementia Risk, According to New Research

Intriguing findings from a Johns Hopkins study reveal how a common device could delay cognitive decline in older adults.


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Body Parts You Never Knew You Had

Only 20 percent of people can even use this one body part. Are you one of them?

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Can You Pass This Quiz of 4th Grade Science Questions?

Elementary school science is probably where you learned about how the natural world works. Take this quiz to see how...


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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...


The Year Canada Didn’t Have a Summer

The fascinating story of how a natural disaster on the other side of the world made the summer of 1816...


These Night Skywatchers Chase the Northern Lights Across Canada

A shared passion for nature's greatest light show has drawn this close-knit community together.

Why You Always Have to Sleep Under Blankets—Even When It’s Hot

Even if you’re roasting in an airless room, chances are you’ll still get tucked in. Check out the fascinating science...


This is the Worst Time of Day to Have Sex

Uh oh—it also happens to be the most popular time.


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How Canada Made the Moon Landing Possible

The 1969 moon landing might not have included a Canadian astronaut, but the historic event never would've happened without know-how...


If You Suffer From Arthritis Pain, These Treatments Are Your Best Bet

Innovative approaches to pain relief—and even potential cures for osteoarthritis—are on the horizon.


How Music Therapy is Changing People’s Lives

From boosting the immune system to reducing stress, the benefits of music therapy are being embraced by modern medicine.

Why Does Asparagus Make Your Pee Smell?

We sniffed out the answer to this malodorous mystery.


The Best Songs to Help You Sleep, According to Science

Forget counting sheep! Add these relaxing tunes to your playlist and you'll be catching 40 winks in no time.


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Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?

Breakthroughs in the treatment of hearing loss are giving hope for the future.


Increasing Your Intake of This Mineral Could Lower Your Dementia Risk

Chances are, it's already in your multivitamin.


Do Weighted Blankets Really Work?

If you wrestle with insomnia, you may be tempted to try gizmos that promise better sleep. One that might sound...


The Surprising Health Benefits of Cold-Water Therapy

Submerging your body into icy depths may not sound appealing, but for devotees of cold-water therapy, the benefits greatly outweigh...


What is ChatGPT, Anyway?

There's been a lot of buzz concerning ChatGPT, but what is it—in layman’s terms—and how will it affect the daily...


You’re Not Imagining It—Weather Really Does Affect Joint Pain

There’s some truth to the age-old belief that achy joints are a sign that bad weather is on the way....


These Guerrilla Gardeners Are Preserving Canada’s Botanical Heritage

“We designate buildings to be preserved. We designate landscapes to be preserved. We need to think of old varieties of...

Feeling Stressed? It Turns Out Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine

Beyond providing an instant mood lift, laughing loudly—and often—may even reduce your risk for a heart attack.


How Stem Cell Therapy is Saving Lives

New medical advances promise relief from back pain, vision loss, multiple sclerosis, osteoarthritis and other diseases—all using stem cells, the...


The Fascinating Science Behind Your Chocolate Craving

The latest research on humanity’s hardwired—and dangerous—love of sweetness.


This is the Rarest Eye Colour in the World

What determines the shade of your peepers? Experts weigh in on the rarest eye colour in the world—and the genetics...


The Best Stargazing Spots Across Canada

Whether you’re a first-time observer or a seasoned astronomer, these destinations are worth visiting for their breathtaking views of the...


This Simple Blood Test Could Detect 50 Types of Cancer

...And more exciting breakthroughs in the fight against cancer.