The Heartwarming Story of How Chernobyl Puppies Are Finding New Homes in North America
As the homeless dogs living in the infamous Chernobyl Exclusion Zone find new homes in North America, they've become adorable...
6 Bizarre Things You Never Knew Thomas Edison Invented
For every phonograph, there was a concrete bathtub.
19 of the Strangest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time
Get ready to have the hair on the back of your neck stand on end. These unsolved mysteries are among...
What’s the Difference Between a Castle and a Palace?
Ask a child where a king and queen live, and they're likely to say a castle or a palace. But...
23 “Facts” About Animals That You Have All Wrong
Spoiler alert: you may never order grilled octopus again.
This Is What the Chernobyl Disaster Site Looks Like Now
Photographer Philip Grossman has documented the abandoned landscape of Chernobyl's "exclusion zone" for over a decade. Here's what he found.
Restoring the Saugeen First Nation Amphitheatre
The restoration of the Saugeen First Nation Amphitheatre is a source of pride and opportunity for Southampton residents.
The Blue Bridge: Remembering a Victoria Landmark
Opened in 1924, the Johnson Street Bridge, otherwise known as the “Blue Bridge,” captured the hearts of Victoria residents for...
How the Watchmen of Haida Gwaii Preserve the Past
Bridging the gap between then and now, the Haida people protect and share their Native heritage.
14 Ironic “Failures” of Wildly Successful People
From Oprah to Einstein, your favourite famous people have seen their fair share of failures, mistakes, mishaps, and losses.
This Is Why May Day Is So Important to the French
Permettez-nous à vous expliquer. Translation: Let us explain.
Here’s How the Months of the Year Got Their Names
Here's a hint: Gods, kings, and numbers were involved.
This Is How Long It Took to Build Notre Dame
Building the Eiffel Tower was a snap compared to this.
13 Secret Chambers Inside Famous Landmarks
Talk about hiding in plain sight! Each of these secret spots can be found in a famous landmark you may...
8 Iconic Figures Whose Identities Remain a Mystery
There are more theories about these people than there are facts.
True Stories Behind 23 of the Most Iconic Photos in American History
From heartbreak to joy and everything in between, each of these iconic photos tell a truly American story.
50 Things You Won’t Believe Are Banned in the U.S.
From bear wrestling to shooting fish in a barrel, find out what odd things lawmakers around the country have banned...
15 Adorable Photos of Young Royals Turning One
If you think they must've been beautiful babies (because look at them now), then you're absolutely right!
19 Mysterious Old Home Features That Aren’t Useful Anymore
Some old home features no longer serve a purpose—and may leave modern-day owners scratching their heads. Here are solutions to...
Finding a New Home: The Dying Wish of an Antique Collector
On his deathbed, Halifax collector David Olsen was most concerned with his two-drawer Sheraton stand—a table built by 19th-century cabinet...
Michael T. Wall, in His Own Words: The Life and Times of the Singing Newfoundlander
Now 80 years-old, Newfoundland's native son Michael T. Wall is still hitting the road and playing shows all over the...
You Won’t Believe These 14 Fortunes Found in Attics!
From Vincent van Gogh paintings to historical documents and diamond earrings, treasures can be found in the places you look...
9 of the Oldest Artifacts Ever Discovered
Humans and our ancestors have been creating tools, art, and everyday objects for millions of years, and each unexpected discovery...
25 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were Left-Handed
Left-handed people make up only about 10 per cent of the population. But that 10 per cent has made quite...
30 Things You Probably Never Thought About—Until Just Now
Solve all the mysteries you stop and ponder for a split second (and then forget to look up later).
13 Rules Queen Elizabeth II Has Broken During Her Reign
Her Majesty The Queen has let it be known there are times when she regards royal rules of protocol as...
12 Royal Family Scandals That Shocked the World
Being a prince or princess may seem like a fairytale, but in real life, it's a little more complicated.
14 Hidden Talents of the British Royal Family
You'll never guess which members of the British royal family possess these surprising hidden talents!
12 Royal Family Members You Didn’t Know Were Divorced
Kate and William make marriage look so easy, but these members of the royal family haven't always been quite as...