Being self-sufficient, independent, and capable of pulling your own weight—these are all qualities that were admired as much throughout history as they are in modern times. Sleeping in late, failing to keep down a job, and playing video games all day long, however, are not things that a grown-up person should be proud of doing. … Read more
People like fiction, especially fantasy, because it’s so improbable. Alien worlds, serendipitous revelations, and chance meetings are things we seldom experience in real life. But there’s a saying “Life is stranger than fiction” for a reason. Sometimes, real life can be just as weird as made-up stories, if not weirder. After you read these entries, … Read more
Choosing a name for a new baby is one of the first, most exciting decisions a parent gets to make. It’s a deeply personal choice, a gift you give your child. Family members might offer their “suggestions,” of course, usually with a charming but ultimately ignorable persistence. But what happens when a suggestion isn’t a … Read more
Ever since I was a child, I have been fascinated by historical facts and archaeology. I think humans perceive the past as a series of events; something like a movie that we can’t really feel or touch. I believe the things that bring us closer to the past are those that truly humanize us – … Read more
Sometimes life hands you a story so awkward you can’t decide whether to laugh, cry, or schedule a therapy session. Imagine sitting down for an engagement lunch with your mom and fiancé, only for him to joke that he “impregnated” you despite knowing from day one that pregnancy was impossible. Yes, this was the exact … Read more
We live in an intriguing world full of odd stories, unusual discoveries, and facts that feel stranger than fiction. And while we’ll never learn everything out there, it’s always fun to scroll through a few surprising nuggets now and then. Today, our team took a dive into the Instagram page “Wasted” to find some of … Read more
While they are a staple of crime investigation procedurals, the fact is that many agencies do use undercover officers to get information and make arrests. So it only stands to reason that the folks doing the infiltrating have to do some wild things to stay in character. Someone asked “Former undercover cops of Reddit, what … Read more
Let’s be real: with the global economy basically tanking, many people are struggling to support themselves, let alone their pets. The increasing cost of food and vet bills means that some folks find themselves in the sad position of having to surrender their animals to overflowing shelters. Luckily, the rise of the “Adopt, don’t shop.” … Read more
We all know that we can’t trust everything we see on the internet. People have been known to exaggerate their experiences online just for clicks. And considering how rapidly AI technology has advanced, we should even be skeptical of videos that we see. But taking things with a grain of salt doesn’t mean that we … Read more
According to Rolling Stone, 1984 was the best year of pop music the world has ever seen. And there’s no doubt that it was legendary. We were blessed with the releases of Prince’s “When Doves Cry,” Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time,” a-ha’s “Take on Me,” Sade’s “Smooth Operator,” Tina Turner’s “What’s Love … Read more