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A Mother Was Convicted of Murdering Her Children—Until Science Uncovered the Truth
After all four of Kathleen Folbigg's children died in infancy, a court found her guilty of murder. Twenty years later, DNA evidence revealed what really happened.
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Resurrecting the Fossmobile
In honour of the imaginative, resourceful bicycle mechanic who conceived, designed and built Canada's first successful gas-powered automobile.
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What Those Numbers on Your Tires Really Mean
The sidewall of every tire is imprinted with a lot of information—if you know how to crack the code.
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The Real Reason Suit Pockets Are Sewn Shut
We finally unravel the mystery behind the stitches.
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19 Words You Never Realized Are the Same Backwards and Forwards
You'll never look at these words the same again.
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Why the British Drive on the Left Side of the Road (And We Don’t)
The British custom of driving on the left isn’t a sign of eccentricity—there’s actually a very sensible reason for it.
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The Real Reason Maple Syrup Bottles Have Those Tiny Handles
Finally—a solution to this sticky mystery.
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Why Recipes Always Tell You to Preheat the Oven to 350°
Ever wondered what makes "350" the magic number for cookies, cakes and casseroles? We tracked down the answer.
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The “Happy Birthday” Song Turned 126 This Year
Originally composed in 1893, "Happy Birthday to You," the most frequently sung English song in the world, has never sounded...
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Body Parts You Never Knew You Had
Only 20 percent of people can even use this one body part. Are you one of them?
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Here’s Why Car Windows Have Those Little Black Dots
No, they're not just for decoration.
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Why Don’t All Cars Have Gas Tanks on the Same Side?
The position of a car's fuel door (if you can actually remember where it is) remains one of the greatest...
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The Most Popular Song From the Year You Were Born
These memorable tunes were the most popular songs from 1946 to 2020, according to Billboard. Did your favourites make the...
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What Those Numbers on Your Glasses Mean (And Why You Should Check Them)
The numbers on your eyewear are more important than you think—an optometrist tells us why.
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Why the Plural of Moose Isn’t “Meese”
It's a wild grammatical moose chase.
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This Is What It Means if Your Chocolate Looks Dusty
Turns out, there's a scientific reason why chocolate can look dusty. Here's what it is, and why you shouldn't be...
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13 Mind-Blowing Facts About Canada’s Geography
From "magical" lakes to record-breaking rocks, these eye-opening facts about Canada's geography will inspire you to see our country's landscapes...
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Why Banff’s Tunnel Mountain Doesn’t Actually Have a Tunnel
...And more quirky Canadian Rockies trivia that will have you seeing these awe-inspiring mountains with fresh eyes.
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The Real Reason There’s an “R” in “Mrs”
...And more mind-blowing facts about the English language.
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What the Numbers on Fruit Stickers Tell You About Your Produce
If the code starts with this number, it's organic.
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Here’s What Those Coloured Circles on Food Packages Actually Mean
A supermarket mystery—solved!
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The Fascinating Origins of Butter Tarts—Canada’s Most Beloved Dessert
Where did the butter tart come from? And is it still a butter tart if you add bacon? Here’s the...
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20 Quirky Roadside Attractions Across Canada
They may not be destinations in and of themselves, but these quirky roadside attractions certainly make the journey across Canada...
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The Great Canadian Trivia Quiz
In honour of Canada Day, we’re thrilled to present The Great Canadian Trivia Quiz—the ultimate test of all things Shania,...
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A Brutal Alligator Attack Was Just the Beginning of His Three-Day Ordeal
Critically injured, and repeatedly stalked by the gator, could Eric Merda navigate his way out of the treacherous Florida swampland?
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10 Fun Facts About Canada That Will Totally Blow Your Mind
Thought you knew all there was to know about the true north strong and free? These fun facts about Canada...
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Can You Pass This Brainteasing Colour Quiz?
Think your eyes are trained enough to notice a very slight difference in colour shades? Take this colour quiz to...
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Dog Scared of Fireworks? These New Pet-Friendly Versions Barely Make a Sound
...And more fascinating facts about fireworks worth celebrating.
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Canadian History Podcasts Worth Adding to Your Playlist
You don't need to be a history buff to find these podcasts compelling. Between the fascinating subjects and fresh perspectives,...
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This is the Warmest Place in Canada
Two Canadian cities can lay claim to this title—one has scorching summer highs hotter than Buenos Aires, while another destination...
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10 Awesome Things You Didn’t Know Were Made in Canada
Everybody knows the telephone was invented in Canada, but how many people know that 95 percent of the world's lentils...