It’s weird to think that interest can be put on a scale. Like, a continuum ranging from interesting to the minimal, tiny iota degree to the maximum, universal level of approval. It’s even weirder that we have a dedicated online community that focuses on a very particular part of this continuum—the mild interest. But you … Read more
It started as a practical way to make union suits more comfortable for those working in hot environments. Then, it was standardized as a part of military uniforms and a few decades later, popularized by Marlon Brando. Nowadays, it’s at the forefront of fashion runways and picket lines. The humble T-shirt is everywhere. In fact, … Read more
As a parent, having a child so sick they need immediate hospitalization is a nightmare most don’t want to even contemplate. The idea that someone can worry about and care for their child and then just go to a high-intensity seems absurd. But this is the reality one father faced. After spending multiple hours in … Read more
Canada is the second largest country in the world but it’s very sparsely populated. Over 80% of locals live in cities and more than two-thirds are settled within about 60 miles (100 kilometers) of the southern border. Canada is officially bilingual in English and French, which reflects its history as the place was once contested … Read more
My sleep-deprived eyes fill with envy whenever I see a cat dozing off in a shoe, or a glass, or any other of the gazillion places they regularly choose. These adorable creatures can pass out anywhere! But that’s not all; they have another superpower that’s equally impressive. No matter where, no matter how they sleep, … Read more
The corporate world is cut-throat. We’re supposed to be as professional as possible when interviewing for jobs, hustle hard to climb the career ladder, and ensure that we don’t make any mistakes along the way. Meanwhile, companies are out there on social media sharing hilarious typos, and CEOs are sending emails with two words signed … Read more
Becoming an aunt, uncle or grandparent can be incredibly exciting for anyone. Suddenly, there’s a new little family member for you to spoil, play with and guide as they navigate the world. And taking on the role of “fun aunt” or grandparent is great because it typically comes with much less responsibility than being a … Read more
Food intolerances are common. And while they aren’t life threatening, they bring a lot of discomfort to people. Luckily for us, now there are plenty of food alternatives to avoid these consequences. But many of us like coffee, and especially with milk, so we are thankful for many plant-based milk alternatives that let us keep … Read more
Every time we go to explore some new restaurant or cafe, a real adventure can await us. No, I don’t mean a ‘culinary adventure’ with incredible new tastes and foods, but a real thriller, when your bill may suddenly turn out to be much more impressive than you previously expected. We recently wrote about a … Read more
Parents should work hard at choosing a name for their child. It can impact the baby’s life well into adulthood, too. “There is a reason why baby name books are extremely popular,” said David Figlio, who at the time was the Orrington Lunt Professor and Dean of the School of Education and Social Policy at … Read more