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Don't believe everything you think

Thom reflects on the fallibility of reason, imagination and memory

Jul 10, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

The joy of fostering: Save a life, change your own

Shelters are overwhelmed and need help so they can say yes to more animals in need

Jul 10, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

July's full moon smells like what?

Marisca learns about full moons and their nicknames

Jul 10, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

A rare glimpse into the Northern Lights Wildlife Shelter

The shelter is only open to the public one day per year, on Canada Day

Jul 10, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Do we need more anti-anti-heroes?

Thom considers the vagaries between heros, anti-heroes and anti-anti-heroes

Jul 3, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Fines for bad etiquette? Airline rules could get costly

Flying etiquette and safety are being taken more seriously in Turkey where passengers face fines for breaking the rules

Jul 3, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Quiz for dog guardians: Test your knowledge

Summer can be full of fun for dogs, but also danger

Jul 3, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

The Nature Nut

Rosamund Pojar

Jul 3, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Trendy wellness traps should probably be avoided

Marisca decides it is time to stop listening to influencers and overcomplicating health and wellness

Jun 26, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Herding cats and other pithy sayings

Thom laments the lack of trust in public institutions

Jun 26, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >