Tainted Wealth: Canada Has Tried to Erase Its History of Slavery
The economy was linked to the building of slave ships, the sale of enslaved people, and enslaved labour
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Faith and Access: The Conflict inside Catholic Hospitals
Why should publicly funded hospitals get to limit access on religious grounds?
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Underwire Under Fire: How the Pandemic Changed the Bra
Old forms are going bust. Is it a fashion blip or a sign of something larger?
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It’s a Drag: Many Gay Bars Are Closing, But We Can Still Save Them
For over a century, these spaces have been hubs for LGBTQ2+ communities. How can they prepare for new realities?
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Feeling the Burn: The Workout Video from Jane Fonda to Peloton
Home fitness videos have been a godsend during the pandemic, but I can’t shake my growing discomfort with those perfect bodies
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TikTok Has Become a Recipe Box for Traditional Chinese Cooking
The gap between cooks of colour and the mainstream is stubbornly large, but social media is ushering in a new era for Asian creators
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As Schools Reopen, Losses Keep Piling Up for Kids
How can we make up for the time and opportunities that COVID-19 took away?
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Challenging the Himalayas: Obsession and Danger in the Parvati Valley
Famous online for his daring travels, Justin Alexander brushed off concerns about his final trek
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My Uncle the Witch Hunter: Unearthing the Uncanny Story of John Troyer
I dug into my family history and discovered a tale of supernatural evil, buried treasure, and paranoia
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