Why a large family makes sense for the royals
The announcement that William and Kate are expecting a second child can be explained by their famous closeness with their own siblings
Society
Smartphones, dissected
From the brick-like Motorola to today’s concerns about spying, Elizabeth Woyke’s fascinating book traces the history of smartphones
Finding Franklin: How a 169-year-old mystery was solved
From 2014: After years of searching, success came almost by accident. Heavy ice pushed scientists away from their intended zone—and right over the elusive wreck.
Naomi Klein on climate change and capitalism
Klein calls climate change an ’existential crisis for the human species.’
Advil vs. Aleve: A conversation starter for empty nesters
From new aches to new (minimum-wage) jobs, there’s much to look forward to — a Top 10 from Scott Feschuk
’More than just a hobby’: Documentary explores royals as artists
’The Royal Painbox’ highlights the artistic leanings of royals from Mary, Queen of Scots to today’s Prince Charles
7 ways Canadians are better off today than a few decades ago
More teeth, higher life expectancies and lots of travelling. Not bad, Canada.
Face to face with a Franklin crew member, 140 years later
From 2014: Brian Spenceley recalls the expedition when he first saw his great-great uncle
8 seminal events where Sam Steele was present
The famous Mountie was there for some of the most important moments of Canada’s early history
Why the Internet is ’slower’ today
Your favourite websites defend net neutrality