Culture

Let us entertain you! Here, you’ll find collections of Canada’s funniest jokes, as well as our guides to the best streaming content on Netflix, brain-teasing trivia, and insightful takes on pop culture.

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10 Royal Family Holiday Traditions You Might Want to Steal Yourself

Their family time at Christmas and Easter isn't as lavish as you might expect.


The Most Popular Reader’s Digest Stories of 2021

From quirky Canadian laws to must-watch Netflix picks, these were the most-read stories of the year.


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Can You Answer These Real Jeopardy! Questions About Geography?

We curated a pop quiz of geography questions from the Jeopardy! archives to see if you are a world class...


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Ordinary Things Queen Elizabeth II Has Never Done (That We All Take For Granted)

The Queen has dined with celebrities, travelled all over the globe and regularly receives lavish (and sometimes outrageous) gifts. But...


My First Muslim Christmas

For our family's first December in Canada, my parents arranged a special surprise from Santa.


New Year’s Jokes to Start 2022 With a Smile

Ring in the new year with these hilarious New Year's jokes.


The Toronto Ice Storm That (Nearly) Stole Christmas

I was determined to bring my splintered family together for the best-ever holiday. Nature had other ideas.


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Fascinating Holiday Trivia You Probably Didn’t Know

Ever heard of a Christmas carp? Wonder why stockings are hung by the chimney with care? And where did the...

These People Faced a Certain Death—and Lived to Tell the Tale

When faced with certain death, it takes bravery, determination—and plenty of luck. The stories of four people who lived to...


How to Choose the Right Charity to Support

’Tis the season of giving. Here are 14 Canadian non-profits that need your help.


The 8 Best Books to Give As Gifts This Year

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Here are the season’s must-reads.


Drama in Real Life: A Collection of Reader’s Digest’s Most Gripping Survival Stories

Can’t get enough of the heart-stopping survival stories in Reader's Digest's Drama in Real Life section? You’ll be on the...


Why My Sikh Family Loves Celebrating Christmas

One reason I like Christmas is that when everyone else is gathering around a turkey, glass of wine in hand,...


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What Plans Are in Place For When the Queen Passes?

This is one thing royal watchers don't want to think about. But the palace has a plan for exactly what...


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The Best Holiday Episodes of TV Shows on Netflix Canada Right Now

We all have a favourite Christmas movie, but holidays on the small screen can be just as magical. Here's your...


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The 25 Funniest Christmas Jokes for Kids

Prepare yourself for some wholesome holiday LOLs.


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19 Christmas Brain Teasers That Are Almost Impossible to Solve

Take a break from holiday shopping and decorating to solve these tricky brain teasers.

This Is What Queen Elizabeth Gives Her Staff for Christmas

All 550 employees receive a little something special from the Queen herself.



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11 Reasons Queen Elizabeth II Will Never Give Up the Throne

Elizabeth II became the Queen of England in 1952, and if anyone's taking bets on if and when she might...


Inside the Battle for Better Abortion Access In New Brunswick

New Brunswick is one of the hardest places in Canada to get an abortion. This is the story of the...


A First Look at Chris Hadfield’s New Novel, The Apollo Murders

The beloved Canadian astronaut is exploring a new frontier: fiction writing.


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10 Valuable Items People Have Found by Accident

It's always nice stumbling across a stray five-dollar bill or a coupon for a free drink at your favourite coffee...

The Cottage Chair That Helped One Man Learn How to Sit Still

Woodie Stevens has been spending summers at his Canadian cottage since he was a kid. From finding the love of...


This Forum Helps Arab Youth Connect and Find Community

Friends Hani Al-Dajane and Mays Alwash formed Yalla Let's Talk! for Arab youth to share their experiences and have difficult...


When a Speeding Boat Severed His Arm, This Diver Fought to Survive

After a speeding boat nearly killed Carter Viss, he vowed to work with the driver to make sure it never...


My Quest to Reunite a Missing Wedding Ring With Its Owner

I searched through years of wedding notices and hundreds of names, and in the end, found a very Canadian love...


How Common Is Having Ants in Your Pants? (And Other Late Night Questions)

The story of how I learned not to question children’s rhymes.


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20 Cool Everyday Things That Were Actually Designed for WWI

Tissues seem like an obvious necessity in life, but we wouldn't have them without WWI. Here's how the Great War...