Coming to Canada: What the Great White North Was Like 100 Years Ago
Immigration and resettlement is a key part of Canada’s history. “Canada is a good country,” proved to be true for...
13 World-Changing Ideas That Came from Dreams (Literally)
From classic novels to scientific breakthroughs to box-office blockbusters, some of our most important innovations were inspired by our subconscious.
10 Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Planet Earth
From the water that covers most of it to the moon that orbits it, here are some bizarre things about...
13 Tourist Traps Around the World That Are Actually Worth Visiting
While some "must-sees" are over-hyped, the iconic sights ahead are worth braving the crowds (at least once), we promise.
The 12 Most Expensive Books in the World
Read this the next time you're tempted to complain about the price of hardcovers at Chapters.
13 Facts You Never Knew About the Summer Solstice
Did you know that the sun is NOT close to the earth on the summer solstice and it's NOT the...
An Inside Look at the Work of Kwagiulth Artist Carey Newman
For as long as he can remember, Indigenous artist Carey Newman found inspiration in wood, stone, glass and metal.
Remember Them: Hubert Landry
Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.
How the Rainbow Became Associated with Gay Rights
Since the 1970s, the rainbow has been a universally recognized symbol for LGBT pride. But why was the rainbow chosen...
13 Star Wars Facts Everyone Gets Wrong
You may think Ewoks are cute and that you know when Boba Fett first turns up, but you're wrong. Check...
17 English Words That Have Totally Different Meanings in Other Languages
Hint: You won't want a "gift" in Germany.
12 Abandoned Churches That Are Eerily Gorgeous
They may not be used as places of worship anymore, but these old churches are still plenty awe-inspiring.
Remember Them: Helen Betsy Mitchinson
Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.
17 of the Most Bizarre Things Thieves Have Ever Stolen
Apparently cash, jewellery and gadgets aren't the only valuables.
15 Tiny Countries You Never Knew Existed
From island paradises to little lands tucked away in Europe, these small nations are big on scenery and culture.
10 Things You Never Knew About Amelia Earhart
In honour of the anniversary of her solo flight across the Atlantic, here are ten fun facts you probably didn't...
11 Ways Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Wedding Will Make History
The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle isn't going to be quite the same as past royal weddings. But...
15 Everyday Items You Had No Idea Were Made By NASA
The camera in your phone, the insulation in your walls, and that oh-so-comfortable mattress you sink into nightly: You can...
Why Sears Closing Makes Me Miss My Mom
For this writer, mourning the end of the famed department store is about much more than nostalgia for sensible slacks...
So Why Do We Even Have Middle Names?
Finally, an explanation behind the name that randomly sits between your first and your last.
11 McDonald’s Menu Items That Totally Failed
The public was not lovin' it where these items were concerned.
What Happened in Chappaquiddick? 15 Eerie Facts About the Shocking Ted Kennedy Scandal
In 1980, Reader's Digest commissioned reports on tidal conditions and the speed of the car on the night of the...
Here’s How Royal Births Changed After One Doctor Came Along
In honour of the the third royal baby, here's some history on royal births.
10 Myths About the Royal Family That Are Totally False
From the silly (Prince Charles needs seven eggs each morning) to the scary (a rare species of venomous spiders lives...
5 Famous Prom Stories Guaranteed to Make You Smile
Does thinking back to your senior prom make you smile—or make you queasy? In either case, May and June are...
Remember Them: Jack Mitchinson
Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.
10 Ancient Mysteries Researchers Still Can’t Explain
Stonehenge and Easter Island are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to unsolved mysteries.
11 of the Most Expensive Things That Have Ever Been Stolen
Even though many of these items are extremely large and worth millions of dollars, these determined criminals still managed to...
I Lived Next Door to a Mob Boss for Years and Didn’t Know It
For four years, this hotel manager knew legendary mob boss Whitey Bulger only as the friendly old man who lived...
