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What to do about earwigs in your home

What to do about earwigs in your home

Ontario’s warm, damp summer months are prime time for earwig invasions. Learn where they hide, how to evict them, and when to get help.
Dread exercise? Here’s how to love it based on your personality

Dread exercise? Here’s how to love it based on your personality

Turns out, it’s not laziness—it’s a mismatch. Find out what kind of exercise your brain is actually wired to enjoy.
How to spot the signs of iron deficiency (and fix it)

How to spot the signs of iron deficiency (and fix it)

You may not think much about your daily intake of iron—but if you're feeling sluggish or foggy-headed lately, it's time for a closer look at this crucial nutrient.
Summer salads to enjoy all season long

Summer salads to enjoy all season long

The word "salad" sometimes gets a bad rap. For some, it conjures images of sad, wilting lettuce with a few token vegetables.
Budget tips for your Ontario road trip

Budget tips for your Ontario road trip

Gas is expensive, but adventure doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to travel smart, sleep cheap, and eat well all summer long.
Think menopause makes you moody? This study says the opposite

Think menopause makes you moody? This study says the opposite

A new study on menopause reveals what really happens to women’s emotions in midlife—and why it might be a good thing.
Tired of drinking plain water? Try these hydration hacks

Tired of drinking plain water? Try these hydration hacks

From juicy fruits to herbal teas and smoothie bowls, you’ll never look at hydration the same way again.
This short trail in Algonquin is big on nature and low on effort

This short trail in Algonquin is big on nature and low on effort

In a park known for its rugged terrain, the Spruce Bog Boardwalk provides a refreshing alternative: an accessible, educational stroll through one of Ontario's most beautiful ecosystems.
What causes brown patches in your yard and how to repair them

What causes brown patches in your yard and how to repair them

A lush, green lawn is the dream of every homeowner, but when unsightly brown patches appear, it can be frustrating. Here's what might be causing those dead spots, and how you can bring your yard back to life.
These 5 one-pan meals are healthy, quick, and delicious

These 5 one-pan meals are healthy, quick, and delicious

Summer is the perfect time to simplify your cooking routine. These vibrant, chef-approved dishes bring big flavour with minimal effort.