It looks like the glow down challenge is here to stay. We wrote about it last week, but it’s still going strong; women who think they “peaked” in high school continue posting photos to show how much their looks have changed since then. Of course, the definition of peak beauty can change over the years, … Read more
First dates, especially blind ones, can take a million different turns. However, the situation Reddit user Affectionate_Base827 found himself in with one woman he matched with online is one for the books. Only, it’s not entirely clear which ones—perhaps techno thrillers. You see, even though it seemed like the two hit it off on the … Read more
Apart from creating connections, a large part of social media is about gaining validation. It’s why you will likely see a flood of “glow-up” posts on your timelines where people proudly showcase their caterpillar-to-butterfly transformations. But in recent years, the exact opposite trend has emerged: glow-downs. Instead, people are now showing how they’ve “declined” physically … Read more
Many people put up fences in their backyard so that there’s a clear distinction between their space and their neighbor’s. Very often, disputes can arise over simple matters like trees in the backyard because both people feel like they have ownership over them. This is exactly what happened between one man and his neighbor, who … Read more
As numerous allegations surround college cheerleader Laken Snelling, new information has been released about the newborn baby, whose body was found stuffed in a trash bag and dumped in a closet. The 21-year-old University of Kentucky student was described as an “appearance-obsessed serial bully” who once tried to run over a fellow student with her … Read more
Look, the truth is, everyone has knowledge gaps. Some of them might be super niche. Others might be more general and embarrassing to admit to. But no matter how well-read and educated you are, there are always going to be things you don’t know about the world. Though, some truths are so sensitive and mind-warping … Read more
When it comes to flying, the safety of everyone on board should be your number one priority. You have to put it above all else. Sometimes, this means having an uncomfortable talk with your passengers. This might mean that, no matter how diplomatic you are or how you sugarcoat it, someone’s feelings are bound to … Read more
Having a food allergy can make anyone’s life much more challenging. There’s no such thing as ordering an item off a restaurant’s menu without clarifying with the server that it won’t have any contact with nuts, dairy, gluten, shellfish or anything else that will cause your throat to swell up. You’ll obsessively check labels of … Read more
In 2019, the Pew Research Center found that Muslims make up only 1% of the adult population. In 2025, Muslim Americans are the most likely out of all religiously affiliated adults to be college students. Around 30% of U.S. Muslims are currently studying in college. And often, they face unique challenges. This young student had … Read more
As an American who’s lived abroad for over 4 years, I can confidently say that everyone has an opinion on my home country. No matter where I go, I’ll be met with assumptions, stereotypes, political commentary and sometimes, just genuine curiosity. Yes, we love peanut butter. No, not everyone is rich. And yes, you probably … Read more