Latest from Natalie Stechyson
How seriously should we take Trump's tariff threat, and how could it affect Canadians?
Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all products entering the country from Canada and Mexico on his first day in office. We break down what that means, and how it could affect you.
Why some book fans are leaving Amazon-owned Goodreads in wake of the U.S. election
Hold onto your book reviews, because X isn't the only app that some users are ditching in the wake of the U.S. election. Some readers say they've left Goodreads, a popular platform for tracking and reviewing books, in favour of The StoryGraph, coined as an "Amazon-free alternative."
Is letter-writing a lost art? As the practice plummets, some say we're losing more than mail
For some, instant communication simply can't compare with the feel of a handwritten letter or card. And those who still love putting a pen to paper say the experience can be deeply personal.
'Manifest' is Cambridge Dictionary's 2024 word of the year, because maybe the universe listens
Cambridge Dictionary has announced its 2024 word of the year is "manifest," a formal 600-year-old word that's been given new life as Olympians, entertainers and social media influencers increasingly claim they channel their wishes into realities.
When did Christmas cards get so intense? As the mental load piles up, some families are opting out
When they were first conceived, Christmas cards were meant to save time. Now, depending on your point of view, modern Christmas cards are either a cherished custom that brings you joy, or an unnecessary burden during a time of year when the mental load is already heavy.
Why so many cheese heists? As B.C. cops foil another, here's why cheese is so valuable
The price of cheese in Canada has gone up, but food industry analysts say there's more to it — and a black market for luxury cheese depends on who's buying.
How will the Canada Post strike affect a beloved Canadian tradition — letters to Santa?
The strike action comes ahead of Black Friday and the beginning of the holiday season, when Canadians rely on the postal service to send and receive gifts, packages, cards.... and letters to Santa.
A Georgia mom was arrested for letting 10-year-old walk to town. What does this say about 'safetyism'?
A Georgia mom was arrested after her 10-year-old walked to their rural town alone. The case has sparked a debate about whether childhood safety fears have gone too far and how much supervision children need.
'AwarePods' for women are satire, but new poll on safety fears shows why they aren't funny
In a world where women can buy a "Just in Case" sports bra with a hidden pocket for weapons, or download the "bSafe" app with a voice-activated SOS alarm, you'd be forgiven for not realizing the "AwarePod," as the Canadian Women's Foundation dubbed its new campaign, is satire.
'Christmas creep' is here as the retail season starts early. But is it about consumerism or comfort?
If it seems like the Christmas shopping season starts earlier every year, you're not wrong. In response to growing customer demand, stores of all stripes brought out their festive collections weeks before the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.