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13 Hilarious Examples of How Not to Use a Thesaurus
Do you own a lexicon of riches chiffonier publication? That is, a treasure chest of words in book form, otherwise...
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20 Lucky New Year’s Traditions from Around the World
Looking for every—and any—New Year's charm that'll bring you the luck you lust after? Take inspiration from these Jan. 1...
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Who Is the Benedict Behind Eggs Benedict?
Several people lay claim to the distinction.
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How One Canadian Pacifist Became a Hero in the Korean War
In 1952, Alphonse Pelletier was ready to leave Canada to serve on the battlefields in Korea. What he wasn't willing...
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Meet the Retired Paramedic Helping First Responders Cope with PTSD
Founded by retired paramedic Lisa Jennings, You Are Not Alone PTSD BC is a support and advocacy group for first...
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15 Minutes with Former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien
After the publication of his memoir, we talked to Jean Chrétien about advising Justin Trudeau, tiring of Donald Trump and...
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8 Vintage Christmas Ads from the Past 100 Years
Though St. Nick appeared in ads as early as 1840, it wasn’t until after 1863, when cartoonist Thomas Nast created...
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The Coolest Scientific Discoveries of 2018
From new planets to DNA breakthroughs to whale earwax, 2018 has been filled with fascinating scientific stories.
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What’s New on Netflix Canada, Amazon Prime Video and Crave: December 2018
We’re counting down the 10 must-see new releases on Netflix Canada, Amazon Prime Video and Crave this month.
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The Real Reason Camilla Parker Bowles Isn’t Called a Princess
If Diana was styled as a princess, why didn't Prince Charles' second wife get the same royal treatment?
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Meet the Hunters Fighting the Burmese Python Invasion in Florida
Pythons are wreaking havoc on Florida wildlife. Our reporter learns firsthand what’s being done about it.
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How Queen Elizabeth II Will Step Down—Without Giving Up Her Title
"Abdication" is not in her vocabulary.
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12 Stan Lee Quotes That Are Downright Heroic
Stan Lee, the former head of Marvel Comics and co-creator of iconic characters like Spider-Man, the Hulk, and the Fantastic...
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What Queen Elizabeth Would Prefer We Not Know About Prince Charles
As a mum, Queen Elizabeth no doubt wishes to present her children (and herself as a mother) in the best...
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What Your Favourite Retail Stores Used to Look Like
From Walmart to The Gap, you won't believe how they've changed.
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The Funny Way 20 People Learned the Truth About Santa Claus
Equal parts heartbreaking and hilarious, 20 people confess how they learned the truth about Santa Claus.
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14 Mysterious Celebrity Deaths That Are Still Unexplained
Some of these deaths occurred decades ago—that hasn't stopped conspiracy theorists from trying to sniff out the truth.
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18 Photos That Show What Christmas Looked Like 100 Years Ago
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, but would you recognize what Christmas looked like a century ago?
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8 Things You Never Knew About Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa, a time for people around the world to celebrate African-American history and culture, lasts from Dec. 26 to Jan....
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The Man Who Always Travels with Queen Elizabeth II (Hint: It’s Not Prince Philip)
Let’s just say he has his bagpipes in tow wherever they go!
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15 Minutes with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Known for his starring role on the hit CBC series Kim’s Convenience, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee has become one of Canada’s...
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4 Heartwarming Stories to Restore Your Faith in Humanity
With so many terrible news developments around the world, these inspirational stories are guaranteed to bring a smile to your...
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What’s New on Netflix Canada, Amazon Prime Video and CraveTV: November 2018
We’re counting down the 10 must-see new releases on Netflix Canada, Amazon Prime Video and CraveTV this month.
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12 Things Duchesses Kate and Meghan Inherited from Princess Diana
Ever the romantic at heart, the People's Princess, Diana, put a provision in her will for her sons that envisioned...
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Is This the Last Photo Ever Taken of JFK?
On the night of Nov. 21, 1963, President John F. Kennedy flew to Texas for a five-city re-election campaign tour....
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8 Polite Habits That Fast Food Employees Secretly Dislike
Making a fast food faux pas is no fun! Here's a look at the most common friendly mistakes—and what to...
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This Airline Pilot Takes Stunning Photographs from His Flight Deck
Long a keen shutterbug, airline pilot Paul Fox is sharing his impressive aerial photography to the world.
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10 Funny Birthday Quotes for Everyone in Your Life
Look no further for hilariously perfect quotes for birthday cards.
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These 5 Canadians Are About to Find Out Their AncestryDNA Results
AncestryDNA gave these five Canadians the chance to uncover their family origins. Here’s what happened when they got the results...