Q. Which of our animal friends migrate in the largest groups? . A. Travelling with even a handful of other humans can be challenging. This one wants to do everything together. That one is immovable on itinerary. Now, imagine setting out on a great journey with even thousands of your

Q. What were some of the nicknames given to and/or assumed by famous composers of the past? . A. . Ludwig van Beethoven. 1770-1827. The Grand Mogul or Big Shot As you can well imagine, the relationship between teacher Haydn and student Beethoven was not all dolce and light. “I

Q. Planning a Canadian party with friends? Which foodstuffs thrill or chill the Canadian palate? . A. We shouldn’t be surprised to find poutine on the list. Research Co. polled 1,000 Canadian adults in November 0f 2023. Which food would respondents be open to trying? Foods Canadians would ‘definitely’ or

Q. The Bard of Avon knew well the emotional power of music. As he wrote in ‘The Merchant of Venice’: ‘The man that hath no music in himself, Nor is not moved with concord of sweet sounds, Is fit for treasons, stratagems, and spoils; The motions of his spirit are

Q. Eesh 😮‍💨 Sitting on the couch and watching high stakes Olympics hockey games is stressful. It’s remarkable that certain athletes manage to remain ‘cool as cucumbers’, even when all those years of training and dreaming come to a head, as the clock counts down. It’s overtime. Next goal means

Q. Travel is so much more rewarding when one can speak, at least a little, with those who reside in the country; when one can understand, at least a bit of, what is happening in context. Which languages are people studying across the world? . A. The language learning app

Q. Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️ Here’s to love in all its forms: romantic, family, friends… And what better symbol to craft and create with than the heart. What types of Valentine’s symbols are inspiring DIY artisans right now? . A. Well, according to Google Search Trends… • Every February, the

Q. Oh sure. So and so wants to have their cake and eat it too. We’ve all heard the expression, but how does that make sense? What is so presumptuous about wanting to eat the cake you have bought, baked, or been gifted? . A. For starters, this is another

Q. Happy National Hobby Month ♟️ Which hobbies are captivating us right now? . A. We’ll start in Canada, where Statista has surveyed 12,946 Canadian adults on their favourite hobbies… Top Hobbies & Activities in Canada. 2025 i.    Cooking + Baking i.    Reading iii.  Outdoor Activities iii.  Travelling

Q. Winter has its moments of striking beauty: the promise of a new start when sun meets freshly fallen snow. The bracing fragrance when the forest comes alive to a lashing of rain. But, winter also brings the need to get cozy and hide. What are people’s favourite ways to