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.

What Psychologists Wish Parents Knew About the Hit Show “13 Reasons Why”

The drama has gotten rave reviews, but is it too dark and disturbing for teens? Here's what experts say parents...


Colm Feore: The RD Interview

Film and theatre actor Colm Feore on bilingualism, blockbusters, Justin Bieber and why he’s forever at home on the stage.


The Surprisingly Simple Reason We Say “Hello” When We Answer the Phone

Thank Thomas Edison for our uniform phone greeting. If Alexander Graham Bell had his way, we'd all be talking like...


Gold Standard: In Conversation with Clara Hughes

Olympian Clara Hughes talks about overcoming challenges, telling the truth and confronting the stigma of mental illness.


9 Overrated Classics—and the Better Books You Should Be Reading Instead

Toss that dusty doorstop of a book over your shoulder and pick up these great reads instead!


12 Children’s Books That Encourage Kids to Be Nice

Kindness is a must-have trait in today's world, and it's made easy in these kid-friendly reads.


11 Best-Ever Debut Novels of the Past 50 Years

It’s hard enough to write a great book that stands the test of time. But to do it on your...


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12 Songs That Are Guaranteed to Get Everyone Dancing at Your Wedding

If you want your wedding to be the most talked about in town, you need to get everyone out on...


12 Italian Phrases Everyone Should Know How to Use

Enhancing your knowledge of the Italian cultural experience means moving beyond "ciao" and "gelato." Master these terms, and you'll look...


Science Has Figured Out Why You Love the Smell of Old Books

No, you're not weird for sticking your nose straight in the pages.


The Real History of Cinco de Mayo (It’s Not a Celebration of Mexico’s Independence)

Before you make those margaritas, let's be clear on what we're actually celebrating, shall we?


That’s Outrageous: 3 Weird Stories About Unbelievably Lucky People

We'd love to know what kind of good luck charms these unbelievably lucky people are carrying around!


Amybeth McNulty: The RD Interview

Amybeth McNulty, the new Anne of Green Gables, talks red hair, gritty dramas and what it's like to portray CanLit’s...


17 Unforgettable Last Words That Will Make You Want to Plan Yours

These people had it all figured out. Which ones are your favourite?


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9 Funny Jokes to Defuse Awkward Situations at Work

The workplace is a hive of intrigue. But sometimes the right gag will stop a problem in its tracks.


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25 Clever Jokes That Make You Sound Smart

If you want to find out how it feels to sound smart, try out some of these clever jokes.

How Your Nose Got Its Shape (It’s Not Just DNA)

You might have the same narrow nose as your mom, but new research has discovered that there's more to nose...


22 of the Best Shakespearean Insults That Still Sting Today

We know the Bard is one of the greatest writers in history, but we had no idea his burns were...


8 Sweet and Surprising Facts About Jelly Beans Every Candy Lover Should Know

In the world of candy, jelly beans might seem like bit players that take centre stage every Easter. But the...


8 Easy (and Scientifically Proven) Ways to Look Smarter

Fool others about your intellect…or are they fooling you about theirs? Read on to find out.


11 Wild Animal Species You Never Knew Were Endangered

Just because you see them at the zoo, that doesn't mean they're doing alright in the wild.


13 Secrets Librarians Want You to Know

Are you making the most of your local library? We asked librarians from across Canada to share the inside scoop...

12 Movies with the Most Rockin’ Soundtracks Ever

See if your favourites made our list of films with the greatest chart-topping songs, biggest hits, and most popular tunes...


10 Greatest Novels That Will Tug on Your Heartstrings Long After You Finish Them

Grab the tissues now, because you won't make it through our list of tearjerker books without shedding a few emotional...


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10 English Class Books You Should Read Again as a Grown-Up

Now that you're an adult, the dull literary classics of your youth become the scintillating, enriching reads you've been aching...


12 Classic 80’s Movies You Should Have Seen by Now

Go back to the decade of big hair and shoulder pads to cut footloose with these classics that capture the...


10 Words That Will Immediately Make You Sound Old

Thanks to technology and the rise of social media, the English language is changing faster than ever. Want to close...