Steven Beau Smith, 1989-2016He was pedalling a BMX bike at two and was an elite mountain bike racer by 15, with plans to be No. 1 in the world.
Meet the wealthy elite behind Brazil’s political turmoilMore on the underlying causes of Brazil’s current crisis
Bill Streever tells a history of windA book full of fascinating facts, even if it doesn’t feel cohesive
Jason Kenney vies to become Ralph Klein, reincarnateFor the first time, Jason Kenney will leave a leader’s side to go to Alberta, where he’ll try to emulate a throwback premier
As the Arctic Ocean melts, the fishing talks beginFisheries expert Trevor Taylor on why ten nations are discussing fishing rights in the north—and why an agreement is needed soon
For the record: Tony Blair on the U.K.’s war in IraqThe former British PM expresses "sorrow, regret and apology" for a war in Iraq that "turned out more hostile, protracted and bloody than we ever imagined."
Google Trends tracks concern for Canada Post labour disputeCanada Post says the threat of a work stoppage has had more impact on business than an actual stoppage
Richard Tomlinson, 1948-2016He groomed purebred dogs as a child, and later golf courses. He cleaned his Lincoln cars with a toothbrush. ‘He was immaculate.’
What trading P.K. Subban tells us about the city of MontrealMartin Patriquin on how the Canadiens’ trade of P.K. Subban has exposed every fanatic, ingrained facet of Montreal