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.

D-Day Changed the Course of WWII—and These Canadians Helped Make it a Success

On June 6, 1944, 14,500 Canadians were cracking codes, dropping paratroopers and dodging bullets as part of the largest military...


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13 Things “The Crown” Gets Wrong About the British Royal Family

The Crown, the Netflix drama about the life of Queen Elizabeth II, is historical fiction. The question is, how much...


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10 Portrayals of Princess Diana in Pop Culture—Ranked

Spencer isn't the first attempt to bring Princess Diana's story to the big screen. Here's how 10 other dramatizations portrayed...


How the North is Reinventing Sex Ed for Young People

Public health advocates Candice Lys and Nancy MacNeill co-founded FOXY to tackle the challenges of sex ed in the North...


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5 Famous Ghost Stories That Have Been Debunked

If you've ever been spooked by these famous ghost stories, sleep easy—there's a perfectly rational explanation for each of them.


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What You Should Be for Halloween Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Let astrology be your guide this Halloween. Here are the best Halloween costumes based on your zodiac sign.


8 New Books You Have to Read This Fall

Check out this season’s must-reads, including Sally Rooney's latest book, Beautiful World, Where Are You.


After an Earthquake Devastated Alaska, a Reporter Came to the Rescue

In the terrifying aftermath of the Great Alaska Earthquake, 37-year-old broadcaster Genie Chance became the voice of hope and comfort.

This Mother Couldn’t Work During the Pandemic—Now She Faces Eviction and Owes $17,000 in Rent

Nina Hodder, like many parents living paycheque to paycheque, lost work because of the pandemic. This is the story of...


These Random Acts of Kindness Will Inspire You to Pass It On

From donating a kidney to writing letters to seniors, these incredible Canadians made a difference this past year.


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30+ Reasons to Be Thankful This Thanksgiving

Not feeling the attitude of gratitude this year? Here's how to turn it around.


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13 Ghost Stories to Give You Goosebumps

We don't recommend reading these spine-tingling tales before bed!


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15 Final Jeopardy! Questions Everybody Got Wrong

Jeopardy! may be fun to watch, but you can't help but feel for the contestants when they get hit with...


At 63, Bestselling Mystery Author Louise Penny is Still Taking Chances

In her 40s, Louise Penny quit her job to author a series of hit crime novels. Now she's publishing a...


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How to Make More Money, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Use your sign's best traits to amp up your side hustle and boost your bank account.


A First Look at Linden MacIntyre’s New Novel, The Winter Wives

From the start, the novel reads like a modern-day Canadian twist on The Great Gatsby.


10 Things You Should Never Do With Your Left Hand

Don't be caught doing any of these things with your left hand.

Remembering Prince Philip: The Life and Times of a Royal Consort

From his first steps on Canadian soil as a naval officer during the Second World War to receiving the Order...


Who Is the Pringles Man? The Secret Origins of the Pringles Mascot

The man on the can has a name you won't forget.


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What the 2021 Fall Equinox Means for Your Zodiac

This equinox has the potential to be a big turning point. Will you take advantage of it?


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100+ Work Jokes to Get You Through the Week

In need of some professional motivation? This hilarious collection of work jokes should banish even a serious case of the...


Why Meteorologists Get Forecasts Wrong—and Other Fascinating Facts About the Weather

The Old Farmer’s Almanac may not be as accurate as you think.


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50 of the Most Beautiful Quotes About Nature

As you open your windows to welcome the fresh air, take a moment to relish the magic of nature.

Meet Andrea Macasaet, the Canadian Playing Anne Boleyn on Broadway

Winnipeg’s Andrea Macasaet had given up on her acting dreams and was studying HR—then she got the call that changed...


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30 Photos of Young Diana Before She Became a Princess

Before she garnered the love and attention from the world, young Princess Diana was just a regular person like the...


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Can You Answer These Real Jeopardy! Questions About Words?

Back in 2019, Jeopardy! phenom James Holzhauer parlayed his smarts and gambling skills to be correct 97 per cent of...



Where Does the Phrase “Spill the Beans” Come From?

"Spill the beans" is a common idiom, but why are beans being spilled?


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10 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About Princess Diana

With August 31st marking the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, we're taking a look back at the life and...