Gold prices have recently hit an all-time high. To some, this is sweet validation. To others, it's baffling why anyone would still care about gold. Is the traditional safe haven in times of uncertainty really a meaningful investment? Or as detractors say, are you just putting your money into something that, well, doesn't really do anything...

We also look at why those bare shelves at your local sporting goods store might not be due to business woes, but the exact opposite. It's the summer of staycations, and that's leading to retail shortages when it comes to outdoor gear in Canada.

And does it ever feel like someone is getting a better deal on their cell phone plan than you? We revisit a story from last October where we discovered the answer is yes — if they live in Saskatchewan or Quebec.