It’s no secret that the Kardashians love their vacations, as Kim Kardashian once said it herself (literally). “We love love love vacations,” the reality TV star said while sharing an Instagram story of herself posing in swimsuits with her sister, Khloe Kardashian, and friend, Lala Anthony.

Kim’s latest trip to Turks and Caicos made waves on social media after the reality TV star posted a series of pictures online from her beach getaway. One particular picture from the series had the internet buzzing with conversations, with some netizens roasting her for what appeared to be a diving attempt.

Kim’s beach trip had the internet buzzing with conversations over snaps of herself enjoying a splash on a beautiful sunshiny day

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The media mogul captured the internet’s collective imagination with one diving picture captured in shallow, knee-deep water.

As expected, the snap triggered a tidal wave of jokes and concerned comments from her followers. Fans also flooded her comments section with lighthearted jabs about how she might earn herself a head injury from trying to dive in waters so shallow.

“Why is she diving in knee deep water?” one questioned, while another asked, “Did you hit ur head when you dove in?”

“Girl where r u jumping ????” a third comment said.

“You can’t dive in that shallow ahh water,” another said in the comments section of her vacation snaps.

Another wrote, “Baby that water is shallow as hell I know bc I’ve been to Turks on those sand bars, wyd diving??”

Kim Kardashian’s diving attempt had people roasting the media mogul, saying: “That water is shallow as hell”

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Among the comments was one from Khloe, who said: “I can’t handle the hotness.”

Others in the comment section were more concerned about whether Kim had her earring in place, making a humorous reference to the pop culture icon’s hysterical reaction to losing her earring during a vacation with her family in Bora Bora, shown to the world in a 2011 episode of “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” (KUWTK).

“My earring’s gone!” the SKIMs founder said as she panicked in the episode. “F—! Oh my God, I’m gonna cry. My diamond earring!”

The scene from the reality show went down in pop culture history as one of the most recognizable moments, with Kim’s face turning into a widely shared meme and Kourtney’s famous quote—”There are people that are dying, Kim!”—also going viral.

Many fans humorously asked Kim if she lost her earring, making a reference to her hysterical reaction in a 2011 KUWTK episode

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Following her latest vacation snaps from Turks and Caicos, fans jibed at the earring fiasco and joked, “Where’s the diamond earring?”

“Kim!! Did you lose your earring?” one said, while another quipped, “Did she find her earring?”

“Kim, there’s people that are dying,” another joked and rounded off the earring jab on her post.

Last year, Kim addressed how her reaction to famously losing her $75,000 earring in the 2011 KUWTK episode has led to fans always leaving comments about losing or finding an earring whenever they see a picture of her in water.

“Ugh, this gets so old,” she was quoted saying during a GQ video of her clearing up rumors for an “Actually Me” episode.

“Any time I’m in water, people will ask me if I found my diamond earring in the ocean,” she went on to say.

“I don’t know if I showed this on our show, but Kylie [Jenner] found the earring. So, she dove in the ocean, put on goggles, found it, and then she went back and found the back of it. That’s how clear the water is in Bora Bora, so, guys, the earring has been found,” Kim added.

“Any time I’m in water, people will ask me if I found my diamond earring in the ocean,” the reality TV star once said

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Kim once poked fun at herself by referencing the iconic earring scene while sharing snaps of herself and her sister, Kourtney Kardashian, during a vacation in 2021.

“Kourtney lost her earring in the ocean so I helped her find it,” Kim said.

During the celebration of the 10-year anniversary of KUWTK in Sept. 2017, Kim explained why she had such a melodramatic reaction to losing the earring in the now-iconic scene from the reality show.

“Okay, can I explain that earring?” Kim said. “For years for my birthday, I buy myself a birthday present, and I had upgraded that pair of diamond studs. Worked really hard…”

“Is this a relatable story?” Khloé asked.

“I mean, it’s not relatable, but it’s what I went through, and it’s why I was crying, so I’m just being honest,” Kim went on to say. “[They were $75,000] probably, or more. But I don’t have them anymore, so no one come look for them. Anyways, I had just gotten them, and I didn’t insure them, and imagine if you don’t insure something and it’s gone, I just threw that money [away].”

In 2023, the fashion trendsetter told the world she doesn’t care about getting her nails and hair messed up while she’s out on a splashy vacation.

“We usually are the adventures [sic] ones when on vacation and will jump off any boat, swim with whales and sharks and not care about our nails and hair getting messed up,” she wrote in an Instagram story last year.

Kim Kardashian’s latest picture of the diving pose in Turks and Caicos sparked a wave of comments, including one warning her about a potential spinal injury

Becoming a parent can alter your entire world. Moms and dads often talk about the immense love that they feel for their children that they didn’t even think was possible prior to having kids. But having a child is also likely to impact the relationship between two parents, for better or worse.

One man recently shared on Reddit how having a baby led to the downfall of his marriage. Below, you’ll find the full story detailing all of the regrets this father is now having, as well as a conversation with Nia Williams, Relationship Therapist and Life Coach from Miss Date Doctor.

Becoming a parent can completely change a person’s life

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Unfortunately for this man, it led to his wife realizing that she didn’t need him around anymore

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“It’s very common for couples to experience challenges in balancing responsibilities after the arrival of a baby”

Although moms and dads typically have about 9 months to prepare for their new lives as parents, bringing a child into the world will undoubtedly change their entire lives. There are no more nights of simply going out on a whim without scheduling a babysitter, and for at least the first year, there won’t be very many nights of restful sleep. You’ll be woken up to feed the baby, change diapers, make sure that concerning sound you heard on the baby monitor was nothing to worry about and more.

To learn more about how relationships tend to change after introducing a baby into the mix, we got in touch with Nia Williams, Relationship Therapist and Life Coach from Miss Date Doctor. Nia was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and share her thoughts on this situation.

“It’s very common for couples to experience challenges in balancing responsibilities after the arrival of a baby,” the expert noted. “This period often brings significant changes to the dynamics of a relationship, as both partners navigate the demands of caring for a newborn while juggling other responsibilities. The adjustments can indeed take a big toll on the relationship as couples may find themselves feeling so overwhelmed, exhausted, and stretched thin becoming so irritable.”

“Sleep deprivation, changes in routine, and shifting priorities can all contribute to heightened stress levels and potential conflicts between partners,” Nia continued. “However, it’s essential to recognize that these struggles are a normal part of the transition to parenthood and very standard for the process, and with open communication and mutual support, couples can navigate this period successfully with no issues.”

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“By fostering a sense of teamwork and mutual respect, couples can prevent resentment from building up and strengthen their bond in the process”

One huge mistake that the father in this piece made was ignoring his wife when she informed him that he wasn’t pulling his weight. “Listening to your partner when they express concerns about unequal distribution of responsibilities is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship,” Nia shared. “Ignoring or dismissing their feelings can lead to resentment and further strain the relationship.”

“To address this, it’s important to engage in honest and empathetic communication. This involves actively listening to your partner’s perspective, acknowledging their feelings, and working together to find solutions that feel fair and balanced for both parties,” the expert continued.

“Changing behavior to ensure equitable participation in caregiving tasks is key. This may involve dividing tasks more evenly, being proactive in offering help, and being mindful of each other’s needs and limitations,” Nia explained. “By fostering a sense of teamwork and mutual respect, couples can prevent resentment from building up and strengthen their bond in the process.”

We were also curious if the expert was familiar with the idea that single parenting may be easier for some individuals. “While it’s not universally true, some moms may find that single parenting brings certain advantages or a sense of relief compared to being in a strained or unsupportive marriage,” Nia told Bored Panda.

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“Single parenting may offer a greater sense of autonomy and control over decision-making”

“The reasons for this can vary widely and depend on individual circumstances. Single parenting may offer a greater sense of autonomy and control over decision-making, as well as the ability to establish routines and parenting styles without the need for compromise,” the therapist explained.

“Additionally, some mothers may find that they experience less conflict and emotional strain when they are solely responsible for caregiving, particularly if they were previously in a challenging or unsupportive marital relationship,” Nia noted.

“However, it’s essential to recognize that single parenting also comes with its own set of challenges and stresses, including financial strain, lack of support, and feelings of loneliness,” she continued. “Ultimately, the experience of single parenting versus being in a marriage is highly subjective and influenced by various factors unique to each individual.”

When dads refuse to help out as much as moms, we see situations like this story. Nowadays, women file for divorce nearly 70% of the time, and it’s often because their needs aren’t met and they’re forced to take on the bulk of housework and childcare responsibilities, on top of working a full-time job. In fact, even when wives earn more than their husbands, they’re still doing the lion’s share of work around the home.

It’s unfortunate that the man in this story learned his lesson too late to save his marriage, but we can only hope that he’ll learn how to balance all of his responsibilities for the sake of his child. We would love to hear your thoughts on this story in the comments below, pandas. Then, if you’re interested in reading another Bored Panda article discussing a similar situation, look no further than right here!  

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Readers shared their brutally honest reactions to the situation, as well as suggestions for the father

Kourtney Kardashian was hilariously exposed by her husband, Travis Barker, honoring her 45th birthday on Thursday (April 18). Through a series of 10 pictures, including a photograph displaying the reality TV star in the most compromising pose, the Blink-182 drummer sparked mixed reactions, but not from his spouse, who absolutely “loved it.”

Travis took to his Instagram page yesterday to wish his wife a happy birthday, sharing candids of Kourtney in a carousel of intimate moments.

From snaps of the socialite sleeping to holding their baby boy, Rocky Thirteen, the 48-year-old rockstar did not hold back.

But it was Travis’ last picture that ignited some heated reactions, as in the controversial photograph, Kourtney was squatting over a toilet in what appeared to be a public bathroom.

Travis Barker wished his wife, Kourtney Kardashian, a happy 45th birthday through a series of intimate pictures, including a controversial one

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The musician captioned the post: “Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife, soulmate and best friend forever. I love you, I love our life together.

“Thank you for being the most amazing wife a person could ask for.

“Here’s to many more years of adventures together.”

Travis’ intentions weren’t appreciated by all, as an Instagram user commented: “The last picture makes me, unlike the post…I don’t understand some things.”

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Nevertheless, other people appeared to enjoy the humorous tribute, including Velvet Coke, a popular Instagram page dedicated to iconic moments in show-biz, who wrote: “last pic goals.”

Someone else penned: “This is soooo a husband post. Lmao.”

Moreover, Kourtney seemed to cherish her hubby’s gesture, as she chimed in: “Husband of my dreams. I love our life!!”

Kourtney and Travis became engaged in October 2020 after less than a year of dating. In April of that year, the drummer told Billboard that he adored spending time with The Kardashians star because they were “very similar, with our backs to the wall.”

Kourtney and Travis married in 2022

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Two years later, the couple married in May in an extravagant ceremony at L’Olivetta, a villa owned by Dolce & Gabbana, in Portofino, Italy.

The lovebirds had initially tried to tie the knot in Las Vegas, USA, in April 2022, but their Vegas ceremony wasn’t legally binding, USA Today reported 

The Barkers went on to attempt a second wedding, this time in Santa Barbara, California.

While attending a Blink-182 concert on June 16, 2023, Kourtney held up a sign that read, “Travis I’m pregnant,” and in November of that year, the couple welcomed Rocky Thirteen.

In November 2023, the couple welcomed their son, Rocky Thirteen

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Explaining the meaning behind his son’s name during an episode of Complex’s “GOAT Talk” video series, Travis said: “Rocky George played guitar for Suicidal Tendencies.”

He added at the time that it also paid tribute to 1976’s Rocky, which he described as “the greatest boxing movie of all time.”

The music talent, who has “1” and “3” tattooed on a skull near his elbow, further revealed: “And 13 is just the greatest number of all time.”

 

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Kourtney is also mom to daughter Penelope Scotland, 11, plus sons Reign Aston, 9, and Mason Dash, 14, with ex Scott Disick.

Travis shares daughter Alabama Luella, 18, and son Landon, 20, plus stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 24, with his ex-wife Shanna Moakler.

Travis’ tribute to Kourtney continued to ignite various reactions on social media

Do you hear that?

It’s the sound of Swifties screaming around the globe after Taylor Swift dropped her latest masterpiece, “The Tortured Poets Department.”

Unveiled to the world on April 19, the album packed a punch and sent fans on a rollercoaster of emotions. Some keen observers believe the album offers intimate glimpses into the hitmaker’s heart and question whether the singer turned her personal tales and fails with romance into tunes, which are now being played across the world.

While Taylor hasn’t dropped names in her songs, the internet’s Sherlocks believe there are plenty of breadcrumbs about her past romances in “The Tortured Poets Department” album.

Taylor Swift dropped her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which fans think has hints about her romances with Matty Healy and Joe Alwyn

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The speculation around her song lyrics has made some wonder whether she is hinting at details of her brief romance with Matty Healy, the frontman of The 1975, in the aftermath of her relationship with actor Joe Alwyn.

Taylor and Matty first sparked romance rumors in 2014. “I met Taylor Swift, that was really nice,” he told E! News the same year. “We exchanged numbers. Let’s see what happens.”

“I mean bloody hell, what am I going to do? Go out with Taylor Swift? She’s a sensation, I wouldn’t say no,” he added.

Fans think Taylor Swift has left plenty of breadcrumbs about her romance with Matty Healy in her song lyrics

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The very next year, Matty addressed speculation about them dating and said: “It’s all bloody fake … There’s no relationship or anything happening.”

It was about a decade later when Taylor and Matty appeared to have a short-lived romance in the spring of 2023 after her split from her long-time lover, Joe.

In the song “Guilty as Sin?” from the new album, Taylor sang about having lingering feelings and “fatal fantasies” about a former flame while being in a relationship with someone else.

In the album, Taylor Swift sings about “waltzing back” into rekindled romances, which fans speculate is a reference to how her brief romance with Matty panned out

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Some believe the lyrics from the titular track “The Tortured Poets Department” might also be a reference to Matty, as Taylor sings: “You left your typewriter at my apartment / Straight from the Tortured Poets Department / I think some things I never say / Like, ‘Who uses typewriters anyway?’”

Matty spoke about using typewriters in a 2019 interview with GQ. “I really like typewriters as well. I don’t have one with me because that is impractical, but the thing with typewriters and writing with pen to paper, there’s an element of commitment that goes with the ceremony with it,” he told the outlet. “It therefore forces you to concentrate a bit better.”

The lyrics of the song “loml” also appear to be about someone who reappeared in her life after they met as “kids.”

“Who’s gonna stop us from waltzing back into rekindled flames if we know the steps anyway?” she sings in the song.

Taylor Swift and Matty Healy first met in 2014 but also had a brief relationship in 2023. Now, the theme of sparking a romance with an old flame seems to be a recurring one in her new album

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Meanwhile, the song “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” also sounds like a dig at Matty to some fans, as the lyrics speak about a beau leading her on and then disappearing without a trace to ruin her summer.

“It wasn’t sexy once it wasn’t forbidden / I would’ve died for your sins / Instead I just died inside,” she sings. “And you deserve prison but you won’t get time / You’ll slide into inboxes and slip through the bars / You crashed my party and your rental car / You said normal girls were ‘boring’ / But you were gone by the morning.”

Matty, who wears a suit onstage while touring with The 1975 and has spoken publicly about his struggles with substance abuse, may also be the subject of the song’s lyrics about a man in a “Jehovah’s Witness suit” who “tried to buy some pills from a friend of friends of mine.”

By June last year, Taylor and Matty’s romance came to an end, and a source told People that they had split after a tumultuous romance.

“She had fun with him, but it was always casual,” the source said. “They are no longer romantically involved.”

“They were never boyfriend-girlfriend or exclusive and were always just having fun,” another insider told the outlet. “There is no drama, and who knows what could happen again. It was a good time and ran its course.”

Fans weren’t too happy about Taylor dedicating so many Easter eggs in her album to Matty, who has been accused of misogyny, racism, and antisemitism in the past.

Matty faced backlash after making derogatory comments about women and different ethnic groups in a podcast with hosts Friedland and Nick Mullen. The 1975 frontman spoke about rapper Ice Spice before the group seemed confused about whether she was Hawaiian, Inuit, or Chinese. They also mocked the accents of these ethnicities before Matty later went on to join the hosts in doing impressions of Japanese people working in concentration camps.

Taylor is now good friends with Ice Spice.

Following the release of her latest album, Swifties wondered why she would dedicate so much album space to Matty, with one saying, “All that for an album about Matty Healy.”

“The streets are saying Taylor Swift’s entire album is about that racist yuck mouth greasy looking Matt Healy…. That’s sad,” one commented, while another said, “Can conclude #TaylorSwift is about matty healy. Most of it sounds so situationship and short lived relationship. Cant believe this rat that spit on gvf stage can be crucial part of this album.”

Fans think the song “So Long, London” may have Easter eggs about her relationship with long-time lover Joe Alwyn

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The album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” also contains a track called “So Long, London,” which could be Taylor’s poignant farewell to a city where she once lived with Joe.

The song’s duration—9 minutes and 28 seconds—subtly hints at the date of September 28, which is also when Taylor and Joe were rumored to have started dating in 2016.

Taylor sings in the song: “Just how low did you think I’d go/Before I’d self implode,” and adds, “Every breath feels like the rarest air/When you’re not sure if he wants to be there.”

In terms of Taylor’s digs at her exes, the cherry on top may just be the very title of the new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which could have sparked from a revelation Joe made in 2022.

The actor had revealed in an interview that he was part of a WhatsApp chat named “The Tortured Man Club” with actors Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott.

“It hasn’t had much use recently,” Joe said during the interview with Variety, while Paul quipped, “No, I feel like we’re less tortured now.”

Taylor is now in a high-profile relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

In the song “Fresh Out the Slammer,” Taylor sings about breaking free from the constraints of a previous relationship and being ready to explore another connection.

The track talks about being “at the starting line” and “runnin’ back home” to “the one who says I’m the girl of his American dreams.”

It is noteworthy here that both Matty and Joe are British.

Netizens had plenty to say when they began noticing digs at Matty Healy sprinkled across the album

“I love you it’s ruining my life” being about Matty Healy was not in my 2024 bingo card #TSTTPD    #TaylorSwift pic.twitter.com/uNPquMnBP3

— Mayra🤍🇦🇷 (@torturedruin) April 19, 2024

Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff you are going to hell for making an album about Matty Healy I haven’t listened to the leaks but I’ve heard it’s about matty and yall are going to JAIL for writing about that racist man pic.twitter.com/Z0BHsToKtQ

— jeremy 🤍 (@genjimercy) April 18, 2024

The streets are saying Taylor Swift’s entire album is about that racist yuck mouth greasy looking Matt Healy…. That’s sad. If not one song is her trashing him, and instead everyone is about her loving him, my negative thoughts about her are valid. pic.twitter.com/P2VErIrQnX

— Brown Eyed Purple Butterfly 🦋 She/Her 🍉🍉 (@Giffytube101) April 18, 2024

No way people were saying taylor swift dumped matty healy because she found out how much a racist loser he was. But here she’s writting songs about how he ghosted her and how upset she was at her fans for butting in her love life . She’s NEVER beating them white feminist… https://t.co/C5tcwaseYm

— marie (@itsbloodymarie) April 19, 2024

When planning a wedding, the couple likely imagines being surrounded by their closest family and friends. However, life has a funny way of sneaking up on us, and sometimes this is simply not possible. 

For redditor Old_Explanation6923, something that prevented her from celebrating her best friend’s special day was a concert she had booked way prior to her getting married. Although the bride knew of her plans in advance, she expected her to cancel them. When she refused, she consequently angered the bride, putting their friendship at risk.

Sometimes, celebrating a best friend’s special day is just not possible

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Just like what happened to this friend, who decided to choose a concert over her best friend’s wedding

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“When a close friend declines an invitation to the wedding, it is easy to feel hurt, rejected, and take it personally”

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There are plenty of reasons why a person might not make it to the bride and groom’s big day. Perhaps they’ve started a new job and aren’t able to take time off for a destination or workday wedding. Or they might be dealing with personal issues that demand the entirety of their attention. 

“When a close friend declines an invitation to the wedding, it is easy to feel hurt, rejected, and take it personally,” says Irene S. Levine, a psychologist and author of “Best Friends Forever: Surviving a Breakup With Your Best Friend.

Whatever the reason, Levine says there’s a way to decline the invitation without souring your friend’s big day or even risking the close friendship. However, she notes that both parties need to be mature about it. 

Tracie Domino, founder of Tracie Domino Events, advises that it’s best to start by letting them know as soon as possible. If you’re a close friend, most likely you’re way up there on the guest list, so notifying them as soon as you get the invitation leaves them plenty of time to invite any guests they previously couldn’t. “Be honest with your reason for declining the invite and remind them that you’re still excited about their big day,” she added.

However, etiquette expert Diane Gottsman advises against going into too much detail concerning your need for absence and instead recommends feeling confident that your friend will understand. There’s no need to overly complicate it by expressing your regrets and how bad it makes you feel that you have to miss it. “Quickly let them know you are disappointed not to go, then thank them for their understanding,” she said.

Finding other ways to celebrate the occasion with the couple might help reduce any resentment

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Once the hard part is over, try not to distance yourself from the friend because you’re guilty. “Often people want to disappear because they feel uncomfortable when the exact opposite should happen,” Gottsman said. Being mature about it and checking in with them throughout the wedding process shows your support and enthusiasm for the big day, even though you won’t be there.

Another great idea is to figure out an alternative way to celebrate the occasion with the couple before or after the wedding. They might love to be treated to a nice dinner out or a home-cooked meal. Levine further advises, “If you can, I’d also try to [attend] other wedding-related events you can participate in, like the bridal shower. Offer to help in any way you can if the bride or her family need an extra set of hands.”

Considering sending a gift might also be an additional way to extend that olive branch to your friend. Gottsman says, “Locate the gift registry and make sure your gift is sent in a timely fashion. This will show you are excited for the couple and want to extend your goodwill.”

If the bride or groom gets upset, despite your attempts at peace-making, try to remember that wedding planning is really stressful and can affect even the calmest of people. On the bright side, this stage doesn’t last forever, and likely the frustrations will pass. “Give your pal time to get used to the idea that you’ve declined the invitation, even if that doesn’t happen until after the event takes place,” Levine concludes.

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Many of us have likely witnessed a prank in action or perhaps planned one at some point in our lives. They’re supposed to be harmless, like taping off someone’s mouse sensor or replacing family photos with those of Danny DeVito. However, sometimes, even with the best intentions, jokes go south. And in extreme cases, it can threaten the well-being of others. 

Recently, the AskReddit community was discussing exactly that - practical jokes that went horribly wrong and almost ended in tragedy. From lighting hairspray to swerving cars, these stories now serve as cautionary tales for anyone who might think of pulling one.

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Folklorist Moira Marsh, author of the book "Practically Joking," believes that pranking appeals to people because it requires a good deal of creativity. "They take planning. They take knowledge of a situation, knowledge of the person you're targeting. Sometimes the planning is extremely elaborate."

Since harmless practical jokes often result in laughter, it adds even more fun to it. "It's important, psychologically, to have time for play," Marsh explains.

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Another motivation is the opportunity to have the upper hand over someone who normally has more social power. "If you are a younger person, you have license to play jokes on your teachers, your elders, your parents," Marsh explained. "You have the added thrill of a temporary role reversal or temporary power inversion. For a kid to be able to, for a little while, get the upper hand over an adult, it flips the usual relationship. It flips the usual power dynamic. That's thrilling and enjoyable."

However, Jonathan Wynn, a sociology professor, notes that if the prankster has more social power or privilege over their "victim," like a parent pranking a child or a group of students “pranking” a transgender student, then this should cause some concerns. A good prank should be shared, not targeted at one “inferior” person.

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One of the most common ways pranks go wrong is when they physically harm another individual. Therefore, knowing when it's a good idea to refrain from pulling one might be necessary. Psychologist Dr. Ronnie Siddique suggests asking these questions before carrying out a practical joke:

• Has the target of the prank stated they want this behavior to stop, or have they shown previous distress with any pranks?
• Is the target of the prank a vulnerable person, such as a child, an individual with a mental disorder, or a person with disabilities?
• Could this prank in any way cause harm to a person, either psychologically, physically, or both?

If the answer is yes to any of these questions (or perhaps all of them), it’s best to stop in your tracks and reevaluate your joke.

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If there is one thing the internet folk can’t seem to get enough of, it’s memes. Covering anything and everything you could possibly imagine, they are, in a way, an artform of the 21st century, depicting the good, the bad, and the ugly situations in life or simply providing a reason to smile.

Today, we’d like to shed light on one of the ‘artists’, a meme creator going by the name of ‘Tank Sinatra’. The Michael Jordan of memes—and a beluga whale enthusiast—as he presents himself on social media, the mastermind behind the ‘Tank.Sintatra’ Instagram account has already amassed more than three million followers with his witty and clever memes. Scroll down to find some of them on the list below and see for yourself what draws netizens to Tank’s chef-d'oeuvres.

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Tank Sinatra, known in real life as George Resch—a US-based social media and marketing consultant and content creator—is clearly not your regular amateur meme creator, posting once or twice a month. Active on his Instagram account since 2011, he has shared close to 9,300 posts and attracted millions of followers; and that’s just Instagram alone.

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While on The Ellen Show, Tank Sinatra revealed the reason behind the moniker, keeping it short and to the point: “I’m huge and I have blue eyes, that’s it.”

He then continued to share how he got into the meme world, saying that he has always been a huge fan of comedy, and when the captioned images started gaining popularity, he tried his luck at it in his free time.

“I was selling fence in Long Island, and I was good at sales, so I had a lot of free time; and I would just drive around in between appointments, I would find pictures and I would put these captions to them—I’d see pictures that would remind me of something that happened in my life, and I would just write a caption. It started to get really big really quick.”

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In an interview with Writing Routines, Tank discussed the process of creating memes, revealing that for him, it’s more of a catch-as-catch-can kind of deal. “Mainly I’m out there living my life, being a husband, dad, employee, friend, patron, etc. While I’m out there living, sometimes things happen that I think would make a great meme,” he said.

“In other cases, I’ll scroll through some pictures on Reddit and see something that speaks to me. Then I’ll try and imagine some kind of emotional backstory for whatever emotion I think is being expressed by the subject in the picture.”

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The mastermind behind one of the most popular meme pages out there also shared that he tries to find the middle ground between posting something he finds funny and something his followers likely would. “To maintain that balance, sometimes I’ll do a generic caption with a cute puppy or something like that, but for the most part I like to stay true to myself and my sense of humor,” Tank told Writing Routines. “My hope is that instead of getting 100,000 ‘meh’ reactions, I’ll get 50,000 ‘oh my god, this guy is so funny’ reactions.”

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Unsurprisingly, the humorous quality of memes is the main reason people tend to share them. Surveys revealed that roughly three-in-four respondents share memes for humor, 53% use them as responses, and just over one-fourth turn to memes in situations when words are insufficient, reportedly often engaging in entire conversations based on memes.

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Anyone who’s ever “stepped foot” into the online world has likely noticed just how widespread memes are. According to Instagram, in 2020, more than a million posts with the word ‘meme’ were being published on the platform each day.

For Tank, the popularity of internet memes was arguably a life changing phenomenon. What started with him coming up with memes in between fence-selling appointments, grew to not only one of the most successful meme pages online, but other significant achievements, too. In 2017, the meme expert published a book Happy is the New Rich: (And 207 Other Lightbulb Moments) and in 2022, Tank even released his own board game, titled ‘Influencers in the wild’.

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According to StrawPoll’s data, Tank Sinatra is currently the fourth most popular meme page online; and he seems to be putting his popularity to good use. In addition to his original account, the content creator eventually launched ‘Tank’s Good News’ focused on the good that’s happening around the world, so people could enjoy a pick-me-up or a boost of positivity.

Not only that, in a collaboration with the New York Islanders hockey team, Tank worked on creating merchandise, which would benefit onewhale.org, an organization dedicated to saving and relocating a much-beloved beluga whale, Hvaldimir.

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These days, it’s hard not to be worried about the environment. It seems like we’re seeing new records for the hottest month/year very frequently while devastating natural disasters are constantly on the news. But the situation is far from grim—many people are aware of how altering their habits and lifestyles can change the world for the better. 

Sometimes, it takes a bit of lighthearted internet content to remind ourselves what we’re fighting to protect. ‘Wild Green Memes for Ecological Fiends’ is a popular Facebook group whose members share funny memes about wildlife and the environment. Scroll down for the wittiest ones, upvote your faves, and be sure to share them with your friends.

More info: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Patreon | WildGreenMemes.com 

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‘Wild Green Memes for Ecological Fiends’ is absolutely massive. Nearly 771k internet users are members of the Facebook group. Meanwhile, 136k people follow its Instagram page, while 39.7k follow its TikTok account. The team running the project (‘Wild Green Media LLC’) also has an official website where you can subscribe to their newsletter.

The social media project mainly focuses on humorous content that’s related to wildlife and the environment. The main draw is the green-focused comedy that’s evident even in the project’s (lovingly rhyming) name.

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“The world is big and complicated and the threats to nature can come to feel overwhelming. Time and again, when faced with problems that were bigger than any one person could solve, humans have come together and found strength through community and levity through humor,” the team writes.

“We're using the tools that we have—our knowledge, our social media presence, our business, our friendships, and our fun to help people and nature coexist better.”

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Anyone hoping to post awesome memes on the Facebook group should spend some time getting familiar with the type of content that its members share.For one, that way, you’ll avoid reposting super popular memes.

On top of that, you’ll get a feel for the type of content that the group enjoys the most. Some pics simply aren’t a good fit for ‘Wild Green Memes for Ecological Fiends,’ even if they’re objectively hilarious and relatable.

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“If it has a domestic organism interpreted in a non-ecological context, it might not fit because it isn’t wild enough. If it’s not related enough to nature or the environment, then maybe it’s not green enough to fit the group. It also, of course, has to be a meme or joke of some kind, and how that lands is up to mod discretion, so the particular person who saw it just might not have felt the humor,” the team behind the project explains what meme posters should keep in mind.

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“Great minds think alike! Often when there’s a meme trend, two or more members will independently make the same joke with the same meme template. In these common cases of convergent meme evolution, we’ll try and let through whichever post was submitted first. The joke/text should be in the meme photo itself as well as the caption,” the moderators write.

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‘Wild Green Memes for Ecological Memes’ doesn’t just say that it cares about the environment and wildlife conservation—it actually puts its money where its mouth is. They have an official Patreon account you can follow and support, and they donate 20% of their profits to conservation and environmental justice causes! 

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Frogs are often the topic of wildlife and environmental memes. During a previous interview, a representative of UK-based national wildlife conservation charity Froglife told Bored Panda that social media can definitely help raise awareness about animals, whether they’re herpetofauna (amphibians and reptiles) or anything else. “The more people understand them, the more they will appreciate them, and appreciation leads to conservation. Overall exposure on the internet should be a good thing, of course, provided the exposure is positive and correct.”

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According to Froglife, if you want to help out your local herpetofauna population, you can adapt your garden or property to their needs. "A lot of people think that amphibians spend all their time in water, but this is not the case. They spend a lot of time on land, hence it is important to provide them with good terrestrial places. Areas with rubble, fallen leaves, rocks, stones, and logs are all good, so they can hibernate over the winter months, forage for food, and take refuge from predators,” the Froglife representative said.

“It is also important to remember that reptiles also require good habitats. They like hibernacula that they can crawl into and also basking banks for basking in the sun on warm days. They will also crawl under tin sheets or carpet tiles."

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Meanwhile, during an interview with a representative of the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation charity in the UK, seeing photos of frogs can make us care more about protecting them. “It’s great to see photos of frogs in people’s gardens or that they’ve seen on a walk. We know this often creates a deeper interest in amphibians and their conservation, and we love to see them—so long as the animals aren’t disturbed too much, of course!” the representative told Bored Panda earlier.

If you happen to have a garden, you could create a pond with gently sloping sides, allowing vegetation to develop around the edges. This should provide damp cover for your local amphibians, keeping them happy. Meanwhile, they’ll also appreciate it if you let your grass grow longer, create a compost heap, and have a log pile where they can live.

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"In a small garden, even an upturned dustbin lid or bowl will provide a place for animals to drink," the representative told Bored Panda. "Climate change can be a very negative factor for frogs, toads, and newts. Ponds can dry up too quickly, meaning their tadpoles don’t have enough time to develop. Also, warmer winters affect hibernating frogs. They use more energy during hibernation and partially wake up, meaning they are in poorer condition for breeding. This is particularly hard on the females, who put a lot of energy into making eggs (spawn).”

What do you do to help the environment and your local wildlife population, dear Pandas? Which of these memes did you enjoy the most? Tell us all about it in the comments!

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Relatively not so long ago, body art was associated with rebellion and trouble. Fortunately, today, its acceptance seems to be broadening. As a result, people with tattoos don’t have to worry as much about getting a job just because they have a few scribbles on their body. That said, there are still professional environments that have tighter restrictions when it comes to visible ink. 

Redditor Sjbluebirds recently shared his experience when a new owner enforced a “no tattoo” policy where he works.  The change was so extreme that they missed out on competent professionals and even had to dismiss an employee with over 40 years of experience. Livid about this, the worker turned to the anti-work community to vent his frustrations.

Scroll down to find the full story and a conversation with its author, who kindly agreed to tell us more about it. We also reached out to Kyle Smith, HR and leadership advisor and the host of the HRKyle podcast, who answered some of our questions about tattoos in professional settings.

Even though body art has become more and more acceptable in professional settings, some companies still have restrictions

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This employee became livid after a new “no tattoo” policy was enforced in his workplace, resulting in the loss of an experienced colleague

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“I was angry that the owners would let a very experienced employee go for such a silly reason”

The author of the story and the IT specialist for the company told Bored Panda that what encouraged him to share this online was the frustration he felt about the whole situation. “I was angry that the owners would let a very experienced employee go for such a silly reason. I wasn’t looking for answers, I was looking to vent my frustration. Again, I didn’t know the details of the situation and was frustrated that other employees weren’t too concerned.”

He also wanted to clear some things up by saying, “When the policy was announced last year, anyone with a tattoo could stay at work — just as long as employees disclosed they had one prior to the policy implementation. Our foreman did not disclose his tattoo at the time. No ‘new’ tattoos would be permitted in the workplace.”

He further tells us that the foreman was in his sixties and had been actively thinking about retiring. The whole commotion at work made him decide to retire six months earlier, which also granted him 8 months of severance pay. “He says he holds no animosity towards the owners. We are having a party for him on-site tomorrow (Friday), even though he has asked us not to make a “big deal” out of the situation,” he shares.

According to the author, the machinist wasn’t too concerned about being dismissed after spending four decades at the company. “The rumors at work suggest he wanted the severance package, which he would not have qualified for, had he simply retired. I am not privy to the actual details of his departure.”

He also mentions that younger employees tried complaining when the new owner enforced such a policy. However, the older workers (who also had tattoos) believed that they interfered with professionalism and evoked regret. 

After witnessing such an incident, the author still thinks that similar guidelines aren’t necessarily bad. “I think any privately-owned business should implement the best policies they can for their employees, subject to the best information they have available,” he says.

“If “no new tattoos” is their policy, the owners have the right to implement it, and accepting the policy is part of the employment agreement. If “don’t use a competitor’s product” is the policy, then the owners have the right to enforce that policy as well, even though it infringes on the employees’ right to freely engage in commerce.”

Instead of abolishing policies discriminating against body art, he urges that we need to work on communication regarding expectations and needs between management and labor. “Policies are implemented to protect labor and management from each other and litigation; communication builds bridges between them and is much more important,” he concludes. 

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About 40% of the US workforce has tattoos, with workers in agriculture being the most heavily inked

About 40% of the US workforce has tattoos, with workers in agriculture being the most heavily inked and government employees being the least. However, a similar number of employees believe that body art isn’t appropriate in the workplace. Therefore, only 12% of individuals showcase them at work.

A whopping 76% of employees feel that tattoos and piercings hurt their job interview chances, indicating that there’s still plenty of stigma surrounding ink on the skin in the workplace. 6% even say that they wouldn’t hire someone with visible ink. 

HR and leadership advisor Kyle Smith tells us that this comes from associating body art with trouble or problems in the company. “We’re only a generation or two removed from when tattoos were a statement of rebellion, where now they are viewed as more of a fashion statement. There are still employers who come from the mindset that tattoos are an indicator of an employee who is an instigator or troublemaker. Which, of course, we know is not true.”

As a result, Smith says that these policies limit recruitment because a significant part of the working population has ink on their bodies. These guidelines might also feel like an infringement on personal choices, which can negatively affect worker morale. “A key component of retention is the feeling that you belong. Where policies contradict that, retention will also suffer,” he adds. 

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“Employers are much more forgiving of tattoos than even 5-6 years ago”

The good news is that 73% of people say that they would hire staff with visible body art, and only 4% say they’ve actually faced discrimination in their jobs because of it. Smith adds to this by saying, “Employers are much more forgiving of tattoos than even 5-6 years ago. Especially if they are not visible or very limited in visibility. The other factor is if there are only 1-2 tattoos or very limited coverage on the body. For blue-collar jobs, it is a non-issue regardless; again, with a few limitations – tattoos on the neck or face are still widely unacceptable in a lot of job situations.”

In order to attract and retain more workers, the policies concerning the visible display of tattoos are changing. Companies including Disney, UPS, and Virgin Atlantic have relaxed their dress codes so employees can show their body art while working. This is primarily due to the scarcity of workers, which became even worse during the pandemic. 

“Tattoos matter to people, and while there was a time where people may have gotten a tattoo on a whim, more frequently now a tattoo really matters to someone; it’s part of who they are,” Christopher Bartlett, UPS vice president of people and culture, said. However, any ink on the face, head, or neck is still not permitted. 

Enrica Ruggs, an associate professor at the University of Houston, says that recent research has found that tattoos now reflect a sense of belonging, particularly the ones that honor a loved one or call out their culture or profession. She ran an experiment that revealed that tattooed employees had just as many sales as those without body art. In fact, inked workers in white-collar or creative jobs were perceived more favorably and competently than their non-tattooed counterparts by customers. 

 “As employers, we realize that it is a fashion statement and a statement of expression, and it does not pose a threat to our operation nor does it signify anything negative about the person or the company,” Smith says. To promote acceptance of workers with tattoos in professional settings, he says we should treat body art as any other accessory, like watches or earrings, where the only concern is the wearer’s safety rather than their perceptions. 

“The other important factor is not condoning behavior that treats the employee with tattoos as different, bad, or trouble. If the tattoo is not affecting the employee’s work performance, it should be a non-subject in the workplace,” he concludes. 

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Zendaya said she was “lucky” to be partnered with co-stars Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor to film the steamy scenes in her upcoming movie, “Challengers.”

In the gripping narrative of love and rivalry, Zendaya portrays the character Tashi Duncan, a once-celebrated tennis prodigy, who gets caught up in a heated and complex love triangle in the film that premieres on April 26.

The life of Zendaya’s character takes a dramatic turn when her husband, a faltering tennis champion, must compete against his former best friend and Tashi’s ex-boyfriend.

Zendaya’s character explores a complex love triangle in the upcoming film, “Challengers”

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Not only did Zendaya play the lead character in the Luca Guadagnino-directed film, but she also took on the role of being the producer for “Challengers.”

“It’s a complicated, sexy and interesting character piece,” Zendaya told Mirror about the film. “When I read the script, I loved it. And even now, every time I watch the movie, I question Tashi’s decisions a little more. It’s one of those stories about the choices we make and their consequences. It’s fascinating as everyone will find themselves empathising with a different ­character. Everyone has their own idea of who the bad guy is.”

The actress said she was “lucky” to be “partnered” with her co-stars, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor, for the intimate scenes

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Zendaya spoke about the intimate scenes in “Challengers” and said it was an “exciting creative process” to work with Luca and her co-stars.

“Tashi is extremely driven. She’s a go-getter and she is totally ruthless. The intimate scenes were so good – I loved it. I felt very lucky to be partnered with those guys,” the Dune star told the outlet.

“And whatever the moment, it always felt like they always had my back and I had theirs. We were so lucky to have a director in Luca Guadagnino who really encouraged us all to collaborate and to bring our own ideas. It was a really exciting creative process,” she continued.

Zendaya said she faced “great difficulty” in meeting the physical challenges of playing the character of Tashi Duncan, a once-celebrated tennis prodigy

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The Greatest Showman actress also spoke about the “great difficulty” that came with meeting the physical challenges of playing Tashi.

“How did I meet the physical challenges of the role? With great difficulty. I am not one of these people who love to work out,” she said. “But Tashi is supposed to be a top athlete, so there was no getting around it.”

As the actress appeared on an interview to promote the movie, she was asked an awkward question about which of her co-stars is the better kisser, sparking quite the rage on the internet.

Fans had plenty to say after reading Zendaya’s remarks about filming the intimate scenes in the film

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500 guinea pigs were saved from a negligent breeder in an extreme hoarding case where they were kept in overcrowded small plastic containers with minimal access to hay, food, and water.  The massive rescue mission has since brought a community together, who have provided shelter and donations for medical care.

Cavies and Canines Animal Rescue, an animal welfare organization based in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, took to their Facebook page on April 8 to announce that they had responded to “a distressing situation.”

The situation in question involved a Colorado breeder who “found themselves unable to properly care for their large population of guinea pigs.”

“Upon learning of the situation, we took immediate action,” the rescue wrote.

A rescue mission saved 500 guinea pigs from a negligent breeder, rallying the community for shelter and medical support

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As per the Facebook statement, the guinea pigs were found living in deplorable conditions, severely overcrowded in small plastic containers, and lacking essential necessities such as hay, food, and water.

“We are in the process of rescuing what is estimated to be over 500 guinea pigs, many of which are pregnant and suffering from serious health issues,” the animal saviors stated.

Prior to its rescue mission, Cavies and Canines reportedly received a call from the distressed breeder, who has been identified as a hoarder.

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The breeder became unable to care for such a large population of guinea pigs and had, at one point, gone so far as to consider feeding them to birds of prey, The Longmont Leader reported last week.

Natalie Riggs, president and executive director of the organization, said this was their largest case of surrendered guinea pigs from a single owner.

She said: “It’s insane. I’ve never seen anything like it.

“We normally have about 50 guinea pigs in the rescue at any given time, and they’re all in foster homes in northern Colorado, [the] Denver metro area, and a couple in Colorado Springs.

“This individual has been breeding guinea pigs for over 30 years when their husband unexpectedly passed away last week.

“And as a result, they were trying to offload some of these guinea pigs to help ease the burden, so I offered to assist.”

Colorado-based Cavies and Canines Animal Rescue took to their Facebook page on April 8 to announce that they had responded to “a distressing situation”

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According to numerous updates shared on Facebook, Cavies and Canines have been able to coordinate transports with various foster homes and animal rescues in different states, including Florida and Iowa.

While some of the fur babies succumbed to their poor health conditions, other guinea pig mamas birthed pups.

At the moment, the primary requirements from the rescue comprise contributions towards medical bills, transportation costs, individuals willing to offer medical assistance and groom the animals, and seasoned foster caregivers capable of accommodating guinea pigs.

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The organization has put out an online form for those interested in helping.

Additionally, on Thursday (April 18), Cavies and Canines announced that it was putting together foster kits for roughly 60 piggies from the groundbreaking rescue mission who were still in need of housing while finishing their medical treatments.

In a plea for more aid, the rescue shared an Amazon wishlist featuring essentials in preparation to get “these babies” into foster homes this upcoming weekend.

Bored Panda has contacted Cavies and Canines for comment.

“Breeders need to be held accountable,” a reader commented

Update from Thursday, April 18, 4:30 pm CET:

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed with Bored Panda that LAPD officers responded on April 17,  at around 12:30 am local time, to a “battery investigation” on 8200 block of Sunset Boulevard.

The address corresponds to the famous Château Marmont Hotel, where Kanye fought the man who allegedly groped Bianca.

“A battery report was completed,” an LAPD spokesperson told Bored Panda in an email. “We cannot confirm any suspect information.”

Trigger warning: sexual assault

Kanye West is currently facing legal complications after being involved in a physical altercation following allegations that someone sexually assaulted his wife, Bianca Censori, prompting “Ye” to retaliate.

The 46-year-old rapper was reportedly named as the suspect in a battery report after he allegedly punched a man in the face on Tuesday night (April 16) in Los Angeles, USA, following initial reports that Bianca had been pushed or grabbed by the stranger.

Following the altercation, Ye and his 29-year-old spouse reportedly took off, leaving the man behind, who was said to not require any treatment for potential injuries.

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As of TMZ’s latest report published on Wednesday (April 17), the local police have been planning on reaching out to Ye for his side of the story while also seeking out witnesses to speak to.

On Wednesday at 10:16 pm local time, TMZ reported that claims that Bianca had been “grabbed” were “grossly inadequate as a description of what happened” and clarified that “Bianca was physically assaulted,” the Yeezy founder’s representatives said.

They added: “The assailant didn’t merely collide into her.

“He put his hands under her dress, directly on her body, he grabbed her waist, he spun her around, and then he blew her kisses.

“She was battered and sexually assaulted.”

BREAKING: Kanye West is being investigated by Los Angeles Police as a suspect in a battery case. We saw LAPD detectives outside the hotel today. TMZ confirms West is accused of punching a man in the face late Tuesday night that allegedly “grabbed or pushed his wife”. pic.twitter.com/tbNFs0d08X

— Matthew Seedorff (@MattSeedorff) April 18, 2024

Lately, the controversial fashion designer has found himself squarely in the crosshairs of the law.

Earlier this month, a Yeezy employee filed a lawsuit against him for “severe discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.”

The employee, Trevor Phillips, worked for Ye’s Yeezy fashion line and the now-closed unaccredited Christian private school, Donda Academy, for about nine months.

Ye allegedly punched a man in the face on Tuesday night (April 16) in Los Angeles, USA

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Trevor alleged that the Gold Digger hitmaker made antisemitic comments, berated his employees, and even wanted to put a jail in Donda Academy, which taught pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade.

According to the lawsuit filed by Trevor in Los Angeles Superior Court on April 2, the rapper perpetuated a dangerous rhetoric “in front of the schoolchildren.”

It further alleged: “Kanye started to openly discuss how he only likes to date White women.

“Then addressing the two school children, Kanye told them that he wanted them to shave their heads and that he intended to put a jail at the school — and that they could be locked in cages.

“The staff quickly distracted the children, and escorted them out of the room.”

Ye’s reps asserted that Bianca was sexually assaulted by the man the rapper allegedly punched

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Ye threatened to punch Trevor in the face, the lawsuit alleged. The artist then had an apparent change of heart. 

Punching one fist in the air in an imitation of Mario’s celebratory dance in the Mario Bros. video game, Ye allegedly said that he would give Trevor “one more chance.”

Bored Panda has contacted Ye’s representatives and Trevor’s lawyer for comment.

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The sons of two Beatles legends, Paul McCartney and John Lennon, have joined forces to offer their fresh spin on folk-rock, proving that talent certainly runs in the family trees.

James McCartney, 46, the youngest son of Paul, teamed up with Sean Ono Lennon, the son of John and Yoko Ono, to drop the new track called “Primrose Hill.”

Named after a park in north London, the song is an acoustic ballad featuring James’ vocals. James said the song was co-written by 48-year-old Sean.

James McCartney, 46, and Sean Ono Lennon, 48, teamed up to release a new single called “Primrose Hill”

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“‘Primrose Hill’ is here! Today I am so very excited to share my latest song co-written by my good friend @sean_ono_lennon,” James wrote in the caption of an Instagram post featuring the two musicians as they follow in the footsteps of their famous fathers.

“With the release of this song it feels like we’re really getting the ball rolling and I am so excited to continue to share music with you,” James continued. “Enjoy the song and be sure to enter the ‘Primrose Hill’ Music Video Contest via the link in bio, deadline for entry is next week!”

James and Sean have followed the footsteps of their famous fathers and dabbled in music in their own unique ways

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Fans were delighted to see another “Lennon-McCartney original.”

“The first lennon-mccartney in more than 50 years…” one wrote, while another said, “Never thought I see another Lennon and McCartney original.”

“Beautiful! Lennon-McCartney goes on! Your dads are proud!” another added.

Another wrote, “Never thought I’d see new Lennon/McCartney in 2024.”

“Beautiful song beautiful voices an harmony Lennon and McCartney so lovely,” one fan said about the song.

Fans were delighted to see another “Lennon-McCartney” collaboration through the two sons joining forces to make music

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Prior to the release of the song, James explained the idea behind ‘Primrose Hill’ and wrote: “I had a vision as a child in Scotland, on what was a lovely summers day. Letting go, I saw my true love and saviour in my mind’s eye. ‘Primrose Hill’ is about getting the ball rolling with me & finding this person.”

Proud father Paul threw his support behind James and gave a shout-out to Sean, sharing a post about “Primrose Hill” on Facebook.

“My son James has a new song out called ‘Primrose Hill’ – check it out! And lots of love to Sean Ono Lennon who co-wrote the song,” the Beatles member wrote.

The song, “Primrose Hill,” written by James McCartney and Sean Ono Lennon, is named after a park in north London

James released his own solo albums in 2013 and 2016 and has also co-written and played songs with his father.

“It’s hard to live up to The Beatles,” he admitted to the Daily Mail in 2013.

“Even Dad found it hard living up to the Beatles,” he added. “I started out playing under an alias because I wanted to start quietly.”

“I had to serve my time as a musician and wait until I had a good body of songs and for a time when both myself and my music were ready,” James continued. “I don’t want to sit around. I want to earn my own living.”

Fans suggested having all the children of the Beatles band up together for a tribute to their fathers

For the first time since breaking away from the British Royal Family in 2020, Prince Harry has declared the U.S. his primary place of residence.

The revelation came about as The Duke of Sussex recently updated the information on housing records related to Travalyst, his eco-travel venture.

The documentation was published by Companies House on Wednesday, April 17, and listed the “United States” as the “New Country/State Usually Resident” of “Prince Henry Charles Albert David Duke of Sussex.”

Prince Harry listed the U.S. as his primary residence in new documentation related to his eco-travel venture, Travalyst

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Although the documentation was filed this week, the date listed for the change in his primary residence was June 29, 2023, which coincides with the date the Buckingham Palace confirmed the Sussexes had left Frogmore Cottage.

Royal experts suggested that Prince Harry felt “deeply wounded” after his father, Prince Charles, asked them to vacate Frogmore Cottage, a property gifted to the Sussexes by Queen Elizabeth as a wedding gift.

Now that he has officially changed his primary residence to the U.S., the date being backtracked to coincide with the time the couple officially left Frogmore Cottage appeared to some royal watchers as a deliberate gesture, underscoring the depth of his distress and disconnection from the royal establishment.

Prince Harry said earlier this year, “I love my family,” and he noted that he plans to stop by the UK as much as he can

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“As always with Harry a lot can be read into his actions,” Royal author Phil Dampier told The Sun. “Being ousted from Frogmore Cottage wounded him deeply.”

“Charles and William knew it had to be done to emphasize Harry and Meghan were outside The Firm but he probably still thought he could keep a base here. Now he’s shown he accepts his life is in the US,” he added.

Although it was filed this week, the date on the document for the change was listed as June 29, 2023, coinciding with the time they officially moved out of Frogmore Cottage

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Earlier this year, Prince Harry reasserted his love for his family and spoke about rushing back to the UK after his father’s cancer diagnosis.

“I jumped on a plane and went to go see him as soon as I could,” Prince Harry told Good Morning America. “Look, I love my family. The fact that I was able to get on a plane and go and see him and spend any time with him, I’m grateful for that.”

Coming fifth in line for the British throne after his brother, nephews, and niece, Prince Harry said he will “stop in and see [his] family as much as” he can during other trips planned for this year.

The news of Prince Harry’s residency update came in light of his wife facing backlash over the launch of a new product under the lifestyle brand, “American Riviera Orchard.”

The Duchess of Sussex gave the world its first taste of her brand with the unveiling of a new line of homemade strawberry jams. Although it’s not open for sale to the public yet, a number of influencers, socialites, and friends of Meghan received the inaugural item from her range.

Many social media users went “tut tut” over the product label, which appeared to peel off in the pictures, and some even criticized her for the “pretentiousness” of the range.

People had mixed reactions to the news of Prince Harry changing his primary residence to the U.S., with one saying it was no “big deal,” while others snarked, “He can stay there!”

Samantha Davis, founder of dwarfism charity Little People UK and wife of “Harry Potter” star Warwick Davis, has passed away at the age of 53.

Warwick announced his wife’s death on Wednesday (April 17) night in a moving tribute, writing, “My wife and soul-mate, best friend. Devoted mother. My favorite human. My most trusted confidant and an ardent supporter of everything I did in my career has passed.”

“Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs.”

The 54-year-old “Star Wars” actor called his late wife “the most open, warm person [he had] ever known,” adding, “She was a unique character, always seeing the sunny side of life, she had a wicked sense of humor and always laughed at my bad jokes.”

“Harry Potter” star Warwick Davis announced the death of his wife Samantha with a moving tribute

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The couple’s children, 27-year-old Annabelle and 21-year-old Harrison, also paid tribute to Samantha, writing, “Her love and happiness carried us through our whole lives.”

“Mum is our best friend,” they continued, “and we’re honored to have received a love like hers.”

While Samantha’s cause of death has not been disclosed, Warwick explained that her mobility had become impaired in recent years but noted she was “determined that it would not impact her quality of life and limit what she did and was able to achieve.”

Samantha had achondroplasia, a bone growth disorder that results in dwarfism due to a genetic mutation in the arms and legs.

“Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs,” the actor wrote

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In 2019, the actress contracted sepsis, a life-threatening medical emergency caused by the immune system’s overwhelming response to an infection, after undergoing decompression surgery on her spine. 

“We went home a week later, and suddenly, I couldn’t feel my legs. I thought I was still recovering from the surgery, so I went to bed, but the next day, I felt awful, as though I had been hit by a truck,” she said at the time.

Samantha was an actress and the founder of the charity Little People UK

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Samantha was known for her roles in “Through the Dragon’s Eye,” “ShortFellas,” and “Honky Sausages.” She also had an uncredited role alongside Warwick in the 1988 movie “Willow.”

Warwick played both Professor Flitwick and the goblin Griphook in all eight films in the “Harry Potter” franchise. He also played several characters in the “Star Wars” film series, most notably Wicket the Ewok.

The couple met on the set of “Willow” and tied the knot three years later.

They co-starred in 1994’s “Leprechaun 2” and were joined by their children in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” which saw Warwick in the roles of Griphook and Professor Filius Flitwick, while Samantha, Annabelle, and Harrison played Gringotts Goblins.

“Her love and happiness carried us through our whole lives,” the couple’s children, Harrison and Annabelle, wrote

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Their final post on Instagram was shared on October 5, 2023. “A long overdue date night with my beautiful wife. She felt a bit overdressed for McDonald’s,” Warwick captioned the photo of the couple smiling for the camera.

Samantha and her husband founded the charity Little People UK in 2012 to help individuals with dwarfism and their families.

A statement on the charity’s website following the sad news reads, “Not only was Sammy a passionate advocate for the community, she was a friend to many, with a listening ear at any time and an endless positive spirit.”

People sent their condolences to the family following the terrible news

Simone Biles recently opened up about the toll social media backlash took on her mental health following her husband’s controversial interview where he downplayed his wife’s accomplishments as a world-renowned Olympian.

Back in December 2023, NFL player Jonathan Owens infamously said on the Pivot podcast he didn’t know who Simone was before they started dating.

A reminder that the 27-year-old gymnast is the most decorated athlete in her discipline in history, having won seven Olympic and 30 world championship medals.

Meanwhile, Jonathan is an NFL undrafted free agent who signed a two-year contract with the Chicago Bears last month.

According to AS, American football players who do not get drafted (picked by an NFL team) are still offered opportunities to try out for teams as undrafted free agents.

These players attend rookie mini-camps, where they can showcase their skills and potentially earn a spot on a team’s roster.

Simone Biles appeared on Call Her Daddy, clarifying her husband Jonathan Owens’ infamous interview on the Pivot podcast

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Needless to say, people weren’t particularly impressed when the 28-year-old undrafted athlete told the Pivot podcast host that he was more of a “catch” upon being asked how he had managed to snatch an Olympic star.

At the time, Jonathan said: “I always say that the men are the catch.”

The sportsman’s statements quickly went viral, sparking outrage on social media for seemingly devaluing his wife’s groundbreaking accomplishments.

Simone, who was present during Jonathan’s infamous interview, appeared in an episode of Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast shared on Wednesday (April 17), and she explained that her spouse “never said [she] wasn’t a catch.”

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The 27-year-old gymnast clarified: “He said he was a catch because he is.

“I’ve never met a man like him.”

Simone said she left the interview thinking everything had gone great, only to look online and see that everyone was bashing her husband, as per Page Six.

She told Alex: “I thought everything was OK, and then I go on Twitter, and everybody’s like, ‘Divorce this man. He’s mean!’

“I’m like, ‘He’s the sweetest.’

“He praises the ground that I walk on.

“Truly, I’ve never met a man like him … he truly goes out of his way to do anything for me.”

Jonathan sparked outrage for seemingly downplaying Simone’s accomplishments as the most decorated gymnast

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Despite finding the situation funny at first, the sportswoman eventually felt Jonathan’s interview backlash’s toll.

Simone recalled: “I thought it was hilarious at first, and then it hurt my feelings.

“One night, I broke down, and I’m like, ‘Why are you guys talking about my husband like this? You don’t know him.

“‘You don’t know who he is, and if anybody’s met him, you know he’s the sweetest guy, will do anything for anybody.’”

She admitted: “That really hurt that they were talking about my husband like that.

“For me, it’s like, talk about me all you want, but don’t come for my family, never.”

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When asked about her anticipation for Jonathan’s involvement in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, Simone told Alex: “Hopefully, he gets to go because that’s usually like their training camp.”

She added: “No, and he’s working on a new contract, so hopefully, he’ll work in his new contract.

“At least like two days. Yeah. Like even if it’s like hey personal day.”

However, Simone harbored optimism regarding her spouse’s new contract with the Chicago Bears, expressing hope that they might grant him a brief reprieve for the Olympics, as per Essential Sports.

She said: “But some teams are really, really nice about like if you work with their family relations, some are more family oriented than others.

“So fingers crossed we’ll get to see him in the stands.”

“He said he was a catch because he is,” Simone defended her husband

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Jonathan couldn’t attend Simone’s comeback at the US Championships due to work commitments last year, Essential Sports reported.

Simone, on the other hand, reportedly cheered on Jonathan as he competed in the NFL playoffs with the Green Bay Packers.

The gymnast will have to wait until the Olympic trials, taking place in late June in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, to officially book her ticket to the Paris Games, USA Today reported.

Nevertheless, her return to competition last fall, cruising to victory in the individual all-around final at the 2023 world championships, and winning golds in the team event, on the balance beam, and in floor exercise, indicates she is already heavily favored to win her second all-around Olympic gold medal in Paris.

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will start on Friday, July 26, with the opening ceremony starting at 7:30 pm local time (CET) and ending on Sunday, August 11, with the closing ceremony starting at 9:00 pm local time (CET).

Simone’s conversation with Alex ignited divided reactions

Katy Perry is never just a face in the crowd. At Coachella, she was two faces in the crowd, as she wore a t-shirt that showcased the face of her beloved partner, Orlando Bloom.

The Firework singer turned heads while attending Coachella in an oversized t-shirt featuring none other than Orlando’s iconic character from “Lord of the Rings,” Legolas. Katy wore the t-shirt as a minidress and paired it with black combat boots and a black cross-body bag.

The songstress shared a couple of Instagram stories during her time at the music festival, and one of them also showed her on a video call with Orlando, who seemed delighted to see his fiancée in a t-shirt with his face on it.

While the pop diva dazzled at the music festival, Orlando was reportedly busy promoting his new reality show, “Orlando Bloom: To The Edge,” which debuted on April 18. The show features the Pirates of the Caribbean star undertaking some thrilling extreme sports, like rock climbing, free diving, and wingsuit flying.

Katy Perry walked around Coachella proving she was her partner’s ultimate fangirl, wearing a Legolas t-shirt

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Although Orlando couldn’t be by her side at Coachella, Katy still managed to make a stylish shout-out to her fiancé. Her fashion statement screamed ultimate fangirl as she appeared to enjoy herself at the festival.

“I been to Coachella longer than you’ve been alive,” Katy wrote on Instagram, sharing a series of snaps from the event, which included her wearing the Legolas t-shirt.

Orlando commented on the post and joked, “Babe I told ya to bring that belt.”

Fans couldn’t get over Katy’s t-shirt, with one saying, “The Legolas shirt is pure fire.”

“THAT LEGOLAS SHIRT – I AM SCREAMING!” one said, while another wrote, “I’m LIVING for Katy in her fan girl shirt. Fan girl shirt, OF HER HUSBAND.”

The singer shared an Instagram story of her having a video call with Orlando Bloom, who seemed delighted to see her enjoying herself at the music festival

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“The Legolas tee!!!! Need that for comic con!!!!” a fourth comment said.

“I love the Legolas shirt,” another wrote.

One said, “That Legolas shirt… I live!”

Katy and Bloom have shared a whirlwind romance since they first started dating in 2016. After a brief split, the couple rekindled their relationship and got engaged in 2019, further solidifying their bond with the birth of their daughter, Daisy, in 2020.

The pop diva said it was “interesting” to welcome a baby during the pandemic with her fiancé

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“It was just such an interesting thing having a child during COVID because everything paused besides that,” Katy told People in 2022. “I love the experience I’m having with my daughter now.”

While talking about possibly having more kids with Orlando, the singer said she’s ready for whatever happens.

“Hopefully in the future,” she said.

Some fans agreed that “they’re so cute” after seeing Katy Perry’s snaps from Coachella

Known for her striking features and glamorous red carpet looks, Megan Fox posted a mirror selfie that left fans in awe as she embraced a more natural and almost makeup-free look.

While some fans stated the obvious about her being drop-dead gorgeous, others blinked in disbelief and felt that the actress looked unrecognizable.

Ditching the layers of professional makeup, the 37-year-old star stood in front of the mirror in a comfy homebody look—a black bra and red plaid pajama bottoms—and smiled for the camera, rocking her many inches of cascading blue hair.

Apart from what appeared to be a touch of lip gloss, the Transformers actress largely seemed to be makeup-free in the much-talked-about mirror selfie.

Megan’s post also served as a strategic plug for Wella Professionals, as the actress captioned her post with the words: “Repairing my hair (and 26 inches of extensions) post coachella.”

Megan Fox posted a selfie without layers of professional makeup, flaunting her natural beauty to the world

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The caption was tailed with the hashtags #wellapartner #ad, and fans who swiped right on her Instagram carousel were shown a picture of her holding two hair products from Wella Professionals.

The mirror selfie sparked an array of reactions from social media users who scrolled through their feeds and stumbled upon Megan’s bare-faced look.

“Who tf is that,” said one comment that received more than 9,300 likes.

“This isn’t Megan Fox,” one said, while another wrote, “This does not look like Megan Fox AT ALL. AI doing its thing again.”

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“Why the hell did I think this was Kim Kardashian?” another wrote.

Yet another said, “You’re not Megan Fox.”

“…..I didn’t know who the hell I was looking at until I read the account name…..wtf???” another said.

The actress’s selfie left some people saying she was unrecognizable, while others stated she looked drop-dead gorgeous regardless

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One group of fans in the comment section focused on the undeniable, saying: “You look so fire.”

“Bro is pretty even without makeup,” one said, while another fan wrote, “Wow you are gorgeous.”

“Such a hottie!” and “So naturally gorgeous” were other comments that followed suit.

“Blue hair no makeup Megan is what everyone needs in their life,” another wrote.

“I love this photo. It’s so real. We need more of this!” one said.

Another added, “Megan looks just as good if not better without makeup.”

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Here’s what fans had to say about the blue-haired “cosmo fairy”

Today is Tom Cruise’s estranged daughter Suri Cruise’s 18th birthday, marking notable years as one of Hollywood’s most famous babies and a transition to a more private life with mom Katie Holmes.

Suri was born on April 18, 2006, and was famously featured in October of the same year on the cover of Vanity Fair in an article entitled “SOMEONE WANTED TO SEE ME?”, which highlighted Tom and Katie’s at-the-time united family.

“I am sitting in Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ bedroom with his children Isabella, 13, and Connor, 11,” the Vanity Fair reporter wrote at the time, referring to Tom’s children adopted from his previous marriage to Nicole Kidman.

The reporter later described a meeting with the family: “Tom and Katie, the kids, Tom’s mom, Mary Lee, and his sister Cass and her children, along with many of Katie’s family members—15 Holmeses in all—including her parents, Martin and Kathleen, and her brother and sisters and their kids.”

Back then, parents Katie and Tom were portrayed as a strong couple. Describing their newborn baby girl, Tom told Vanity: “She has Kate’s lips and eyes.

“I think she looks like Kate,” while Katie said: “I think she has Tom’s eyes.

“I think she looks like Tom.”

Suri Cruise turns 18 today, highlighting her life spent in NYC with her mom, Katie Holmes, away from her dad, Tom Cruise

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Fast forward to June 2012, when Katie filed for divorce from Tom, subsequently leaving her ex-spouse’s controversial religious organization, Scientology.

In July 2012, People reported that the Mission Impossible star and Katie agreed that Suri would live primarily with her mother in New York, USA, “with generous visitation by her father.”

While the Dawson’s Creek actress and Suri moved into a three-bedroom apartment in the Big Apple, Tom was reportedly living in Los Angeles with Connor and Bella.

Weeks later, HuffPost reported that Katie had officially returned to the Catholic faith, registering as a parishioner at the Church of St. Francis Xavier in New York City “five years after revealing that she had started to study Scientology.”

“Everyone is thrilled to have Katie join us,” a member of the church’s choir told HuffPost at the time. “She has not yet attended a service, but when she does she will be welcomed with open arms.”

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Despite previous reports that Tom would continue to maintain a relationship with his ex-wife and his daughter, the separation from Scientology ultimately led to complete alienation.

In 2019, author Samantha Domingo told Us Weekly that Tom was not allowed to have a relationship with Suri because she is not a Scientologist.

She told the outlet that the reason was due to the church’s belief in reincarnation, so they would not view Suri as Tom’s daughter.

Nicole Kidman, who adopted Connor and Bella with Tom when they were married from 1990 to 2001, suffered a similarly strained relationship, as her children chose to stay in the controversial Church of Scientology, ultimately shunning the Moulin Rouge star away from them.

Suri has grown up in Manhattan, largely shielded from the spotlight by her loving and highly protective mom and far removed from her 60-year-old father’s religion, which has been recognized as a harmful cult by many investigations.

Suri was born on April 18, 2006

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An industry source told Page Six that Tom has not seen Suri since 2012. “Katie has safeguarded Suri and she’s a devoted mom,” the source said.

The source added: “This is a girl who is a private citizen.

“She hasn’t lived her life in public.”

In 2023, the 45-year-old mom told Glamour that she liked to “protect” Suri from the public eye “because she was so visible at a young age.”

“I’m very grateful to be a parent, to be her parent. She’s an incredible person. She’s my heart,” she added.

Tom and Suri were last seen together at Disney World in the summer of 2012.

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In November 2013, during a deposition in his $50 million court battle against a pair of tabloid magazines, the Top Gun actor admitted that Katie had filed for divorce “to protect Suri from Scientology,” court documents revealed, as per Page Six.

Despite not having a relationship; as per their divorce agreement, Tom, who has an estimated $600 million fortune, agreed to pay Katie $400,000 a year until Suri turns 18 as well as future “medical, dental, insurance, education, college and other extracurricular costs,” Page Six reported.

Katie is reportedly believed to have signed multiple non-disclosure documents that prevent her from ever talking about her marriage to Tom and her time inside Scientology.

Unlike her mother, Suri, a now legally declared adult by the New York state, will be allowed to speak freely about her father and his beliefs.

Katie, famous for starring in Dawson’s Creek, filed for divorce from Tom in 2012 “to protect Suri from Scientology”

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Tony Ortega, who has covered Scientology in depth for decades, told Page Six, “Suri would have been too young to sign any agreement, but she will now be free to talk if she wants to and it’s going to be really interesting if she has something to say.”

He added: “Part of why Katie left when she did when Suri was six was that Katie would have seen Isabella and Connor going through Scientology.”

“We don’t know for sure if Katie was ever declared an SP (suppressive person),” Tony said.

According to Scientology’s official website, to be declared a suppressive person is extremely rare and results in expulsion from the Scientology religion.

When someone has been expelled from the religion, that person loses both his or her fellowship with the church as well as with other Scientologists, the church notes.

But former Scientologists have often revealed that being declared an SP came as a result of simply leaving the church or questioning the doctrines.

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Actress Leah Remini, who famously left the church back in 2013 and has since exposed the organization’s alleged crimes and abuse, particularly in her Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath docuseries, recently told Larry Kind that SPs suffered from harassment.

She explained the church had “a policy called fair game,” though now canceled. Leah said: “They, in fact, did issue another policy that says fair game has been cancelled however there’s another policy that says, however, dealing with suppressive people remains the same, dealing with suppressive people means to go after them try to destroy their lives.”

The King of Queens star is currently scheduled to appear in a trial against the church in October 2025.

Last August, Leah filed a 68-page lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging she had been subject to a decade of online attacks, stalking, and intimidation designed to punish her for her criticism of the church, as per Variety.

The last time Suri was seen with Tom was in 2012

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“If you are a regular church member you could be told to disconnect from your wife and daughter, but because Tom is a celebrity — he’s the top celebrity — he gets to ignore all this stuff,” Tony told Page Six.

Leah, who attended Katie and Tom’s Italian wedding at the 15th-century Odescalchi Castle in November 2006, recently said: “I’m sure his [Tom] master plan is to wait until Suri gets older so that he can lure her into Scientology and away from her mother.”

Suri has tiptoed very gently into her parents’ showbusiness world while attending her exclusive Manhattan day school, singing Blue Moon in the opening credits of Katie’s 2022 movie, Alone Together, Page Six reported.

“I always want the highest level of talent,” Katie said. “So I asked her! She’s very, very talented. She said she would do it and she recorded it, and I let her do her thing.”

Suri also sang in the film Rare Objects, which her mom also directed.

“Her mom’s twin,” a reader commented

Many spouses choose a no-fault divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. In the US, for example, 31% of couples who end their marriages report that incompatibility is the main factor. But the leading causes are infidelity (or extramarital affairs) with 34% and lack of family support with 43%. And how people and up in these (and other) categories can be as diverse as the individual themselves. So when Redditt user SpicyNovel asked everyone on the platform to share the most petty reason they've heard someone has gotten a divorce, they received plenty of replies.

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Adolescence is tiring. And Reddit user Technical-Alps6831 believes her days would be a whole lot easier if it wasn’t for her parents.

The 19-year-old, who is still living with them, feels like her younger brother is already capable of taking care of himself, which includes bearing the responsibility for his actions. However, when he snuck into her room and inadvertently got high off her edibles, their mom and dad blamed her.

So she told the story to the subreddit ‘Am I the [Jerk]?‘ to get a better understanding of the situation.

This teenager thought she had her edibles well hidden, but her younger brother still found them

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So their parents took strong measures to make sure it doesn’t happen again

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Families need to support each other to work out their everyday life

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Family life can be difficult as it is, but when you add autism into the mix, even ordinary conflicts might become a very big deal.

Therefore, it’s important for the children to feel they’re all cared for and are all making a contribution to the household. This also encourages everyone to pull together as a family and teaches all children valuable skills and independence.

Experts recommend that parents set consistent rules, use strategies to encourage positive behavior in all their children, and try to be fair in handling aggressive or hurtful behavior from all their children as well as work out tasks and chores that suit their children’s different ages, stages of development, strengths and abilities.

The author of the post said that her parents didn’t seem to be “too against” her cannabis use, so it’s hard to imagine the boundaries that they had settled on before the whole ordeal.

However, her argument that she’s “an adult” doesn’t really stand. As of January 2024, 24 states plus the District of Columbia and three U.S. territories have put in place regulations for the recreational use of marijuana. Recreational use—wherever it has been legalized—is limited to those who are 21 and older.

Autism advocate Lisa Jo Rudy acknowledges that older siblings of autistic children may be frustrated when parents’ attention is pulled to a younger sibling. At at nineteen, however, the young woman, who already thinks of herself as an adult, should have already established her own place not only in her school but also in her family.

So if her parents think that their current arrangement isn’t working, she should at least demonstrate some maturity and work together to find a solution.

Some people who have read the story, are on the teenager’s side

But the majority blame either her or the entire family for what happened

What you see is not always what you get. Especially when it comes to the culinary world. From packaging to cookbooks and even restaurant menus, the portrayal of food often sets high expectations that reality struggles to meet.

So we at Bored Panda put together a list of pictures people shared after they realized the gap between what they wanted and what they got. Looks like there was plenty of room for dessert!

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#3 It's Blueberry Ice Cream. If You Are Allergic To Blueberries, You Can Eat It Without Worrying

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#4 Guess The Meatballs Just All Wanted A Window Seat

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#5 This "Avocado" Oil

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#6 Recently Got My Wisdom Teeth Out And Wanted To Eat More Solid Food. Got This Today From Ubereats

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#7 My Boyfriend Made These Cookies From R/Foodporn. He Gave Me Grief For "Not Being Able To Bake" (Which Isn't True) So I Let Him Do All The Work. This Is What I Found This Morning

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#8 I Feel Like Majority Of The Applebee’s Menu Is Expectationvsreality

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#9 Happy Heart Shaped Krispy Kreme

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#10 Airplane Food > Airport Food

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#11 Umm

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#12 Where’s The Rice?

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#13 Thanks For All Of The Stems, Lowes Foods!

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#14 The Ultimate Betrayal

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#15 No Cookies

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#16 Chinese Takeaway Scam - Beyond Ridiculous

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#17 Bacon Mac And Cheese

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#18 Air Sandwich

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#19 Arby's Food Stylist Knows Every Damn Trick In The Book

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#20 This Is Why You Check Your Food Before You Leave The Restaurant

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#21 It Looks Sickly ?

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#22 Cincinnati's Famous Chili Spaghetti (X-Post R/Shittyfoodporn)

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#23 Oldie But Goodie. The Bear That Hangs Around All Day Smoking Weed, Who Eats All Your Food, And Pays No Rent

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#24 Tesco UK.... Shameful

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#25 My First Food Delivery Order In Hamburg…

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#27 Grilled Salmon At The Mall Food Court

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#30 My Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Contained No Peanut Butter

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#31 Went On A Gas Station Food Run And Came Back With These Bad Boys. Not Less Than 10 Minutes Later And I’m Hit With A Wall Of Disappointment

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#32 I Was Told My 2020reo Ice Cream Belonged Here

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#34 Dear God, What Was I Thinking

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#35 Ordered Steak Tacos From This Smokehouse Joint And The Second Pic Is What I Received

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#36 When They Said "Chocolate Chip Muffin", I Didn't Take Them Literally... But Should Have

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#43 I Was Looking Forward To Having These The Whole Day…

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#44 Patty Melts Of Chivuo’s In Barcelona

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#45 Even Fish Food Isn't Immune. Hard To See, But The Concave Bit Comes Up To A Quarter The Height Of The Tub. Only Just Noticed

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#46 Was Told This Is More Suited For Here

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#48 I Get That Fast Food Never Really Looks Like The Picture On The Menu, But This Is Insane. Ordered From Australian Vegan Fast Food Restaurant, Lord Of The Fries

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#49 "How To Lose Your Appetite" 101 Courtesy Of Texas Chicken. My Expected Breakfast Was This Sad Lump Of A Wrap. I Paid 8 Bucks For It. Worth It? Ad Pic Versus Reality Pic

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#51 What We Ordered vs. What We Received

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#52 I Didn't Know That You Have To Buy The Chocolate Separately

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#56 Officially The Worst Fast Food Experience. And This Costs $7!

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#58 Weird Japanese Powdered Food

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#59 "Chocolate Cherry Sundae" Trail Mix Is 90% Sunflower Seeds

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#60 To Be Fair, I Monched A Few Chips In The Corner Before The Pic

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#61 Rainbow Fail

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#62 I Guess I’m Happy They Don’t Use Artificial Food Coloring?

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#63 $12 Worth Of Loaded Fries

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#64 Box vs. Reality

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#65 Those Japanese Food Samples (Left) Couldn't Meet My Expectations (Right) More Than This!

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#66 Happy Halloween To Everyone Whose Plans Consist Of Eating Subpar Food And Binge Watching Netflix

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#67 This Asshole Package

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#68 Glad China Has Wax Figures Of The Food They Serve Or Else I Wouldn’t Know What To Get

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#69 [oc] Definitely Looks Like Cat Food. Couldn't Eat More Than 1 Crackers Worth

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#70 I Think My Wife's Mistake Was Using The Wrong Colour Bowl

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#71 Prepackaged Indian Food

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#72 Roy Rogers Pulled Pork Sandwich

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#73 This Is Why Your Food Looks Like Shit. (Experiment) Info In Comments

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#74 Total Amount When First Opened Only Takes Up About An Inch Deep Of The Bag

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#75 What I Was Promised And What I Actually Got :/

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#76 Watch Out For That Tidal Wave Of Chocolate

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#77 Ripe Nothingness

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#78 Airplane Food

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#79 Well The Size Of The Box Was A Bit Misleading

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#80 I Tried Making Japanese Candy With My Sister

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Navigating this rugged terrain isn’t easy for anyone, so men have recently been opening up on Reddit about the most frustrating issues they’ve encountered while trying to date. From misunderstandings to ever-changing preferences from women, we’ve gathered some of their most popular replies below. Enjoy scrolling through, whether you’re still in the dating pool or not, and keep reading to find a conversation with dating and relationships coach Rachel New!

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To learn more about the difficulties that men encounter when dating today, we reached out to dating and relationships coach Rachel New, who was kind enough to share her thoughts with Bored Panda.

First, Rachel noted that not knowing what the “rules” are is a common frustration for not only heterosexual men, but heterosexual women as well. "These men complain that they don’t know whether to take it slow (at both the messaging stage and moving the dates along to intimacy) and that women expect them to read their minds," the expert explained.

"And some of these women worry that they will come across as too keen if they want to meet up rather than message a lot, or that the man will think they aren’t interested if they take longer to be ready to meet or don’t want to kiss on a first date," Rachel says.

"Men are also expected to take the initiative to arrange the date, but can be criticized for 'taking over' or being too controlling or assertive," she continued. "And when they arrange the date, often the woman will not like what he has planned, particularly if it involves food."

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The dating expert also noted that finding a partner today might be even harder than it was in the past. "These expectations for men to have a good income, take the lead, and be physically attractive have been around for centuries, but now there is an added desire for men to be confident and strong and comfortable with emotions and being vulnerable!" Rachel shared.

While there are some men that get a lot of attention on dating apps without much effort, that's not the case for everyone. "There is another subset of men that never get any matches or messages, partly because of the superficial nature of dating apps that are so focused on appearance," Rachel noted. "Research shows that men that have more to offer (skills of emotional connection, humor, empathy, listening skills, ability to take advice and change their views or behavior, and so on) will do better meeting people in real life."

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But not everything about modern dating has made men's lives more difficult. "On the other hand, dating apps do make it easier for men to approach women without having to worry that they’re harassing them," Rachel says. "If you’re at the gym, at work or in a bar or café, it’s difficult to know whether talking to a woman is appropriate or an invasion of privacy, and of course, you don’t know if the woman is open to dating. (This applies to all genders and orientations, of course – but for heterosexual men, there is another layer of concern about safety and privilege.)"

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The dating expert also shared some of the best advice she has for men dating in this modern world. "It’s helpful to understand that we can all be too judgmental about small things because they remind us of something that happened in a previous dating experience or relationship," Rachel says.

"We are vigilant because we want to protect ourselves from getting hurt or from disappointment. So when women say 'Don’t bother messaging me if …' on dating profiles, it sounds very intolerant but actually comes from a place of protection and empowerment: I deserve to be treated well and I’m not taking any risks," she explained.

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Rachel also says that talking openly is the healthiest way to avoid these common misunderstandings and frustrations. "If you’re not sure whether you’re going too fast or slow, just ask 'What pace works best for you? I’ve found in the past that people vary in what they feel comfortable with, so it would be helpful for you to tell me if I’m going too slowly or quickly,'" the expert suggests. "It’s important that this is two-way: a woman who is in a good place for healthy dating will ask you back: 'What works best for you?'"

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Rachel shared that she often discusses with her straight male clients the need to understand what might be driving the expectations of the other person. "Expecting someone to read your mind is unrealistic and often comes from an unmet need for a responsive caregiver," she noted.

"As very young infants, we need our caregivers to know when we’re hungry, tired, too hot or cold or distressed, and to respond appropriately. We can only cry at that stage, so we need them to read our minds. If we experience that responsiveness and attunement as young infants, we can move onto more emotionally mature developmental stages where we can simply request what we need and not feel wounded when people don’t always 'get' us immediately," Rachel explained.

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"Recognizing when someone needs something (mindreading) from us that we can’t give helps us to decide when to move on from a dating experience or relationship," Rachel added. "Sometimes having an open discussion about their relationship template and expectations can be enough to help them see they need to change, but this needs to be done without criticism, blame or defensiveness."

"Ultimately, good relationship skills such as being able to discussing difficult emotional issues without it escalating are absolutely vital to navigating those early stages of dating, which is why I do a lot of work on those skills with people so they are ready when the right person comes along!" the expert shared.

If you'd like to gain insight into your own relationships or check out Rachel's dating workbook, be sure to visit her website!

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At this point, we don’t think any convincing is really necessary in terms of funny memes. They’re memes. They’re funny. Yes, you deserve to indulge in some. Take a friend with you.

Incidentally, there’s an Instagram page that dishes out chucklesome and relatable bits of internet content to waste everyone’s time because of course you can’t help but show at least one of them to your friends.

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I’m sure you’re already aware of the nooks and crannies where memes flow freely. We’re also sure you won’t mind getting a new venue to virtually peruse too. @EpicFunnyPage on Instagram is one such venue, currently on its way to 13,000 posts uploaded since late 2013 (averaging at 1,300 posts per year). Plenty of mileage there.

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It goes without saying that memes as an internet phenomenon don’t really get old. By that, we don’t mean that memes themselves don’t age—they do. New ones are created as others die and fade into obscurity. Thus is the cycle of internet life.

No, we mean that people just don’t stop consuming memes. And there’s a lot of reasoning behind it. Some of which is inevitable and the other is unavoidable. Embrace it.

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The inevitable and unavoidable comes from the fact that memes are by nature viral. They spread across the internet and just never go away. Why? Because they are relatable and funny—they provide a sense of comfort by showing just how universal some human experiences are, all the while throwing out some gags and goofs about it.

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Another factor of their inevitability is how ingrained they have become in our lives as a form of communication. They say that a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, sometimes a meme is worth just as much, and it actually uses words. Just that there aren’t that many of them. But match that up with an appropriate image and you got yourself volumes at this point.

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But the one thing which is more seldom considered is the idea of memes as a form of escapism. Considering that everything has been seemingly going down the drain since, maybe, 2015, with things like the pandemic, economic crises, war, and that’s on top of the already problematic world we live in, it’s no wonder why people need to find some room to breathe.

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Addiction and mental health help venue Fort Behavioral Health discusses escapism as a form of coping with real life challenges and struggles. Among the more conventional methods of escapism, like reading, music, and exercise, things like video games and scrolling through memes have become viable options through which to escape a stressful reality.

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Escapism, while sweet and juicy at times, can be taken to an extreme and, seriously, nobody wants that. Drugs and alcohol are the more traditional modes of escapism and that in and of itself doesn’t lead to good things. So, if you get addicted to memes, the results might be quite similar—both you and your ability to face reality might start to change in ways where you wouldn’t be able to cope, creating a vicious circle of sorts.

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And if you think you can’t ever get addicted to memes, don’t forget what empowers that: dopamine.

Because memes are predominantly found on social media and relevant websites, and we often gravitate there as a reward for a job well done (or nothing done at all, still applies), we get that sweet dopamine release making us feel good. Memes have the same effect.

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In such a case, just remember that everything should be taken in moderation. Pace yourself, take breaks from memes and keep yourself busy with other things. If it does get out of hand, seek help. Ain’t no shame in that.

But if you’re more than fine, continue scrolling and keep another article open in a new tab for an encore.

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Navigating the wild world of online dating isn’t easy. You might have thousands of options to swipe through, but finding someone you’re attracted to who’s also interested in you and has similar interests can feel like finding a needle in a haystack.

So when TikToker Fi Rooney found a match online, she decided to get to know him for a few days before deciding whether or not they should actually meet up in person. And when she expressed that she actually wasn’t interested in a date, the man unleashed a swarm of angry voice memos on her. Below, you’ll find a video that Fi shared featuring all of the messages she received, as well as a conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, Jacy Robinson.

After informing a man she met online that she wasn’t interested in a date, this creator was inundated with bitter voice messages

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Speaker Two: “So yeah, best of luck to you, just next time, when you’re gonna let someone down, don’t make it Sunday night when they’re just chilled out. Like, God, man. Well, to be fair, I think I’ve absolutely dodged a bullet, to be honest, man, and saved myself some fuel money. So yeah. Best of luck to you.”

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“I mean, hey, if you don’t want to give someone an answer who, we were just like, we were talking for quite a few days. And, like you, you elicit an emotional response from me. So if you just wanted to end it all with one message, like, fair enough. Don’t insult my intelligence by saying, ‘Hey, I think the reason I don’t want to message all day is because I’ve been busy.’  You knew, you would just wait until you had all your fun in the sun for a weekend, and then you’re just gonna go, right? All the good bits over.

And also, big red flag is you talking about ADHD right from the get-go. So many people talking about their ADHD and their neurodiversity within the first few sentences are massive red flags, because it’s like, your entire personality. And it’s not that interesting. I’m have ADHD, I don’t use it as an excuse. So anyway, Tara, I figured I’m already on your [black] list anyway. And if it was about physical attraction, well, and I’m not expecting you were, just because you’re not rude. You’re not nasty. But you’re not going to turn around and say, ‘so I don’t find you physically attractive.’ But hey, I wasn’t exactly blown away by you, myself. But I was willing to just give it a go. Because I just liked your personality. So take that. But it’s just inferior that I knew you were feeling this way. You didn’t just come out with it. Like, no one just comes out with that. You gave me no respect.”

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“To be honest, yes, I feel like I’m lashing out and I’m annoyed because basically, I feel like, and this has always come across from my point of view, anyway, is that I was used because you were just a little bit bored. Then as soon as you’ve gone off and had fun, or you’ve probably shagged someone over there, I don’t know.”

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“And then you’ve just decided, oh, no, actually, I’m done with him now. It’s back to reality tomorrow. Just don’t fancy him anymore. To not even give me like, one interaction in person, which I was prepared to do, is like, I don’t know, man, that’s where it’s at for me. And yet, you don’t owe me any explanation. You don’t owe me any of these things. I just simply wanted them because I felt like I put enough time and considered how, and that you’ve obviously rejected a few people, I feel. And maybe that’s unfair of me to say that outright. You know, I’m giving you the voice notes. I’m just giving you the raw stuff. I am thoroughly, thoroughly not interested in seeing you whatsoever. So we’re done. That’s fine. I just, yeah, just bye.

So anyway, good luck with the next person, to be honest, going by the way you’ve acted by just cutting this off without even giving it a chance gives me the idea that who you were going to see in London is not a friend, it’s someone that you are romantically interested in, which is like, don’t be on the bloody app if that’s the case. I just don’t buy it. Or I do not take back what I’m saying. Like, I feel like we would have been wasting our time because I would have probably just got the ick from actually interacting with you in person. Go get some accountability.”

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You can see the full video with all of the voice messages right here

@therealfifilaroux It’s giving Alpha Dom #Fyp #TheIck #Dating #datingstorytime ♬ original sound – Fi Rooney

Dealing with rejection is an inevitable part of dating

Despite the fact that rejection is an inevitable part of dating, it can be very difficult for some of us to take. So to learn more about this specific situation, we reached out to Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, Jacy Robinson. Jacy was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and break down why it can be so difficult to accept rejection.

“Whether it’s rejection or accountability, it’s hard for people to accept realities that do not align with the person they think they are,” the expert explained. “It is common for people to take rejection as a personal attack. I think this especially occurs if a person values external validation more highly than internal validation. Rejection acts as a piece of evidence that influences their unhelpful thoughts about themselves, which is unfortunate.”

Rather than sending a slew of voice memos, Jacy noted that a healthier way to respond to rejection is to simply accept it. “Radical acceptance is a great skill that requires the person utilizing the skill to accept things as they are, without judgement,” she shared. She also warned that reacting like the man in this story did is 100% a red flag. “I can also say that if someone responds [like this] in one setting, it may be generalized to other similar settings as well,” Jacy added.

“I think the issue with rejection is entitlement,” the expert noted. “It begins in childhood, when kids are conditioned to not accept no for an answer. A way to resolve this issue is to simply say no to your kids sometimes. Let them know that they are able to say no as well. Also, provide reassurance when they are told no. Being told no does not mean you are not valuable or inferior.”

It’s important not to take rejection personally

It’s natural to have a slight fear of rejection, as one study found that 60% of men have felt insecurities when it comes to dating, often linked to the fear of being turned down. But we have to remember not to let those worries stop us from taking any action. Relationship expert Rachael Lloyd explained to Mashable that, when we’re looking for a partner, we’re trying to find a great match. If both parties aren’t on the same page, there’s no need to even desire a relationship with them.

It’s also wise not to take rejection personally, Lloyd recommends, as you’re not being rejected as much as the relationship is. This person might not see a future with you because you want different things, you have different interests or you just don’t happen to be their type. That doesn’t mean that there’s anything wrong with you as a person. 

As Dita Von Teese once said, “You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, and there’s still going to be somebody who hates peaches.” Not every person you encounter is going to be someone you’d like to date, and you can’t expect everyone to want to date you either. While rejection might sting in the moment, try to put a positive spin on it and realize that you’re now one step closer to finding the person you are meant to be with. You’ve eliminated one more option, so you can stop wasting your time with them and move onto the next!

If you’re having a difficult time dealing with the pain of being turned down, CNBC shared a piece detailing ways to keep your spirits up. First, they recommend taking a beat in between relationships to pick yourself back up. You don’t have to ease the pain of rejection by quickly jumping onto a dating app or into someone else’s DMs. Take some time to do some self reflection as well. What can you learn from this experience? How can you use this knowledge to help you in future relationships?

Being turned down does not mean that you deserve love any less

Remember to be kind to yourself as well. Resist the temptation to believe that being rejected is because of some moral failing you have or due to your physical insecurities. You are not any less deserving of love, especially from yourself. And try not to compare yourself to others either. It can be easy to start looking at other relationships and wondering why they get to be so happy when you don’t, but being single can come with plenty of perks! 

Finally, CNBC suggests that you surround yourself with people who do make you feel valued after experiencing rejection. Find friends or family members who you enjoy spending time with and who allow you to be 100% yourself around them. Don’t stop enjoying life just because a few relationships didn’t work out.

We would love to hear your thoughts on this situation in the comments below, pandas. Have you ever received messages like this after turning someone down? Feel free to share in the comments below, and let us know how you would have reacted to these voice memos. Then, if you’re interested in reading another Bored Panda piece discussing the wild world of dating, we recommend checking out this piece next!

Viewers were shocked by the voice memos and were quick to call out the man for exhibiting various red flags

Bullying is a serious problem in schools. You can fight to reduce its impact, but it still manages to rear its ugly head from time to time. Sometimes, all it takes is a single item of clothing for your classmates to start making fun of you.

One dad, Reddit user u/RogueMisanthrope, turned to the AITA community for their thoughts about a very sensitive situation. He shared how he let his son wear a dress to school. However, the boy got bullied in class, while the dad got called out by his wife. Read on for the full story and to see what the range of opinions other internet users had to share. People had some very different takes on the situation.

Bored Panda has reached out to the author for comment via Reddit, and we’ll update the article once we hear back from him.

One dad sent his young son to school wearing a dress

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He shared what happened next in a viral internet post

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Parents need to be aware of how their decisions can impact their children’s safety

So long as a student’s outfit matches the school’s dress code and regulations, they should be allowed to wear whatever they like. Or, in the case of younger students, whatever it is that their parents pick out for them.

Putting on a dress when you’re male shouldn’t be a big deal—it’s an item of clothing like anything else. But in many places around the world, even in progressive countries, it can cause a lot of outcry. That’s the reality of the situation.

And it’s a reality that parents ought to be aware of, at least on some level. It’s one thing to empower your child and respect their choices by letting them pick out their own outfit. It’s another issue entirely not to offer them some advice when you know the possible negative attitudes that some people might have in your local area.

Or, to put it bluntly: even in the most progressive places on the planet, you’ll still find that some kids and adults are mean to anyone who’s even slightly different than everyone else. It’s human nature to judge others. Self-expression and identity are very important, but you also have to weigh that against the safety of your child.

In an ideal world, your kid would be accepted by all of their classmates no matter what they wear. But we don’t live in an ideal world. Wishing that bullying didn’t exist doesn’t mean that it’ll go away on its own. So, it falls to parents to prepare their kids for the possibility that some of their classmates might say or do mean things.

Kids need to know that their parents are there to support them, no matter what

One redditor had a very nuanced take on the situation. “I don’t think there’s anything wrong with a boy wearing a dress, and neither do you, which is great, but you should have realized that letting him walk into school like that was a recipe for disaster,” u/CassowaryCrow wrote.

“Most people do not think a guy should wear a dress, and that includes little kids, who can and will be cruel. Hopefully, the other kids will forget about it in a month or so, but for now, your son is going to face some taunting when he gets to school.”

Many schools want to be inclusive and protect their students, so they create policies to stop bullying and teach everyone to be more tolerant of others’ choices. While this does work to a certain extent, some students simply become more subtle in how they bully others. Or they learn to cover their tracks better.

For some bullies, lashing out at others is a way to feel better about themselves and the events going on in their lives. Others might bully their fellow students as a way to reclaim control that they’ve lost at home or in class. Some kids might want to hurt their classmates in a way that they themselves have been hurt.

While many people can empathize with these situations, it still doesn’t excuse bullying. It should not happen. Period. But so long as it does, it falls to adults to step in instead of ignoring the situation or avoiding responsibility.

Teachers ought to protect their students as best as they can. Meanwhile, parents ought to talk to their children about building up some confidence and emotional resilience while also stressing the importance of being proud of who they are.

It’s vital that your kids know that you are there to support them and that you’ll always hear them out, no matter what.

Various internet users had very different takes on the situation. Some folks were fully on the dad’s side

However, many others thought that the dad could have handled everything in a more delicate manner

Being online comes with the ever present risk of being exposed to some of the hottest, dumbest and most brain-melting takes of all time. But every now and then, a hero arrives and hits them with the most savage roasts out there. 

The “Conservatives Getting Owned” X page is dedicated to screenshots of bigots, conspiracy theorists and fringe economists being publicly humiliated. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments sections below. Remember, be nice!

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The “Conservatives Getting Owned” X page has been around for a while now (since that auspicious year of 2020), and has accumulated an impressive 356 thousand followers. In this day and age, most of us know not to pick fights online. After all, there is no “winning” , just a battle to logging off in the mud.

This is perhaps why this page succeeds, as it does a vital job of showcasing the times where folks with questionable ideas had those same ideas obliterated by words. The idea of a person deciding to “report a crime” online no doubt came from pages like this. If that’s not enough, remember, there are all sorts of cases of people owning themselves. 

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It is a bit surreal to think that while we can’t physically experience history because we’re born in a particular place and time, the power of technology has empowered us to see it, understand it, and make conclusions from it.

Historical Capsule is a dedicated community that pretty much empowers people to do just that. Join us as we take a journey through time in this listicle of iconic historical photos below.

#1 100,000 Iranian Women March Against The Hijab Law, Tehran, 1979

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#2 Two Little Kids Dancing On The Streets Of New York City, C. 1940

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#3 Elizabeth Eckford Ignores The Screams Of Students On Her First Day Integrated Into A Little Rock High School, 1957

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So, Historical Capsule is a subreddit that’s a “step into the past”. It’s an online depository for old and vintage photographs that tell stories from significant events and moments in history.

The subreddit is home to 50,000 members, being ranked in the top 3%, and encourages open discussion and celebration of all things history.

#4 Ruby Bridges, The First African-American To Attend A White Elementary School In The Deep South, 1960

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#5 Lonnie Johnson, Inventor Of Super Soaker, 1992

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#6 Anne Frank’s Father Otto, Revisiting The Attic Where They Hid From The Nazis. He Was The Only Surviving Family Member

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On the surface, history might sound like a dull and boring discipline. However, if you dig deeper into what it’s all about, you begin to understand just how much essence it has and how much it has to offer in general.

After all, history might be something that’s all about the past, but you’d be surprised just how transformative it might be.

#7 A Former Slave Named Gordon Shows His Whipping Scars. Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 1863

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#8 While Cleaning Up From The World Trade Centers Falling, Crews Found A Shipwreck 7ft Below The Foundation That Dated Back To 1773

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#9 A Lesbian Couple In Semi-Drag Wedding Attire. Kingdom Of Hungary, Budapest, 1920

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History professor Mary Jo Festle wrote a piece on how history as a discipline transforms students. In it, she explained that since there isn’t realistically any empirical evidence of this hypothesis, she took it upon herself to figure it out.

She asked nearly 60 of her students across 8 different sections of the small research seminars they hosted to give open-ended responses to prompts reflecting upon the change.

#10 Reporters Who Exposed The Watergate Scandal Watch President Nixon Resign, 1974

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#11 A Blind Muslim Named Muhammad Carrying His Best Friend A Paralyzed Christian Who Suffers From Dwarfism Named Samir, Damascus, Ottoman Syria, 1889

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#12 Following A 23-Hour (Successful) Heart Transplant, Dr. Religa Keeps An Eye On His Patient's Vital Signs. In The Corner, His Assistant Is Sleeping, 1987

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One of the main prompts was asking students to describe how their understanding of what history is changed during their studies.

A third of the students provided some form of “I now understand history is not just facts about names, dates, or a chronology of events.”

#13 A Man Browsing For Books In Cincinnati's Cavernous Old Main Library. The Library Was Demolished In 1955

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#14 Remember That Photo Of The Construction Workers Having Lunch On The Unfinished Empire State Building? Well Here's The Photographer Charles Ebbets Taking That Photo, 1932

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#15 George Mclaurin, The First Black Man To Be Admitted To The University Of Oklahoma In 1948, Was Forced To Sit In A Corner Away From His Classmates

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The answers verified the idea that the interpretive nature of history is a crucial lesson that can be considered a threshold concept.

One student elaborated that they realized how much power historians actually have, i.e. the power to construct the past. History is dynamic and a point of debate as a lot of the unknown in it can be argued.

#16 A Father Looking For His Two Missing Sons That Went Missing During The Kosovo War In 1999

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#17 A Starving Boy And A Missionary In Uganda, 1980. Mike Wells Took This Powerful Photograph Of A Catholic Missionary Holding The Hand Of A Starving Ugandan Boy

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#18 A Skateboarder Zipping Through Central Park In The 1960s

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Another point to mention is that students didn’t see themselves as books full of facts and figures in history. It’s these same activities of interpreting and analyzing sources, conducting research, looking for influences and biases and challenging what has been read from a critical, multifaceted standpoint, that makes all the difference in the discipline.

#19 Sharpshooter Annie Oakley Shooting Over Her Shoulder Using A Hand Mirror, Circa 1899

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#20 Cudjoe Kazoola Lewis: The Last Known Survivor Of The Atlantic Slave Trade Between Africa And North America. (Photo From The Early 1900s)

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#21 A 1912 Photo Shows A Woman Plugging In Her Electric Car

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Another student pointed out that, before their studies, they enjoyed watching documentaries and furthering their knowledge that way. After them, however, it was an eye-opening experience to understand that they can now discover history for themselves, see how the evidence works and the puzzle pieces fall into place. There’s more of a hands-on approach than meets the eye.

#22 A Filipino-American Family Posing For A Family Portrait, Philippines, 1912

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#23 Joseph Goebbels, The Main Propagandist Of The Nazi Regime, Upon Finding Out His Photographer Was Jewish

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#24 Allied Soldiers Mock Hitler Atop His Balcony At The Reich Chancellery, 1945

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If anything, the mini study concluded that in 70% of all cases, history topics were personally challenging in terms of values and assumptions about the world. Among these were themes and topics like gender and sexuality, religious history, the Holocaust as well as Nazism. A number of them touched upon issues of race and foreign policy, civil war and ideology.

#25 Greenpeace Tries To Stop Radioactive Waste From Being Dumped In The Ocean, 1982

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#26 An Unemployed Man Holding A Troubling Sign During The Great Depression, 1932

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#27 A Chinese Lady Whose Feet Were Bound From Childhood. Photo From The Late 1800s

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This ultimately led to some openly expressing how challenging topics have made them better human beings. One pointed out how Islam studies brought to light racist assumptions. Another changed their opinion on same sex marriage after investigating sources from LGBTQIA+ people. It gave them perspective. Perspective that made them rethink what they thought before.

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So, what are your thoughts on any of this? Has history changed you, and if so how? Or mayhaps you have an interesting historical story to tell that might fit this listicle. Whatever the case, share your takes and commentary in the comment section below!

And there’s plenty more historical content where that came from.

#31 A True Friend. Taken In A New York Bus Terminal Just Before They Left For The Worsening Situation In The Pacific, 1941

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#32 An Undercover Police Officer Apprehends A Mugger On The New York Subway, 1985. Photo By Bruce Davidson

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#33 In 1963, Wives Say Goodbye To Their Loved Ones In The Navy

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#34 Northumbrian Miner Sits Down To Eat His Evening Meal, 1937

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#35 Last Four Couples In A Dance Marathon, Chicago, Circa 1930

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#36 Former Beauty Queen, Miss Wyoming Winner Joyce Mckinney Being Arrested By Police

After kidnapping Mormon missionary Kirk Anderson from his church, forcing him to be her sex slave for 3 days. 1977

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#37 The Rarely Seen Back Of The Hoover Dam Before It Was Filled With Water, 1936

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#38 Navajo Youth Tom Torlino As He Entered The Carlisle Indian Industrial School In 1882, And Again 3 Years Later

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#39 View Of Boston, The Oldest Surviving Aerial Photograph Ever Taken. October 13th, 1860

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#40 The Microsoft Staff, 1978

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#41 What Is Now The Fully Developed Las Vegas Strip, 1955

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#42 An Unknown Woman Stands Close To A Tornado To Take A Photo, 1989

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#43 Soviet Peasants Listen To The Radio For The First Time, 1928

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#44 Photo From The Restaurant Windows On The World, Which Sat Atop New York City's World Trade Center's North Tower, 1976

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#45 Women In Bathing Suits Posing With A Prize Bull, Vancouver, 1927

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#46 Anti British Propaganda, Japan 1941

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#47 The Storyville Jazz Club, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1952

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#48 Lenin After His Third Stroke, 1923. This Picture Was Prohibited In Ussr At The Time

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#49 A Young Private Waits On The Beach During The Marine Landing At Da Nang, 1965

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#50 A Soldier And His Two Girl Friends, Us, 1940s

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While you might think you know exactly what you’re getting when booking a hotel, many employees can actually prove otherwise. Hotel and motel workers have recently been sharing the most bizarre things they’ve come across in rooms, so we gathered their most fascinating replies below. From having frightening encounters to finding inexplicable amounts of produce, enjoy scrolling through these odd stories, and be sure to upvote your favorites!

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Noelle M. Lynch, a 23-year-old Sacramento State University student, has been reported missing after being seen for the last time on April 3, 2024, around 5 p.m.

According to a press release by the Los Angeles Police Department, the young woman was last seen leaving an apartment building on foot in the 900 block of East Redondo Boulevard in the City of Inglewood, California.

Lynch left without any of her belongings and “may not be able to identify herself.”

The university student lives with her parents in Sacramento, California. Her parents last saw her after she drove away to Southern California on April 1.

Noelle M. Lynch, a 23-year-old Sacramento State University student, has been reported missing

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Her father, Mark, told SFGATE that Noelle is vulnerable and left home in a “difficult state of mind.”

“All that matters is trying to get her back,” the desperate father expressed. “The more people that can open their eyes, the better.”

“We didn’t know where she was going,” Mark added. “And the next thing we knew, she was in an accident in Los Angeles at 3 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2.”

The accident occurred at an intersection and involved two vehicles, though no injuries were reported. As Lynch’s vehicle was totaled as a result of the crash, her mother booked a hotel room for her near LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) and then drove down to Los Angeles to find her.

She was last seen on surveillance video walking from an Inglewood apartment, about six miles from LAX, on April 3

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The family then learned that Lynch didn’t stay at the hotel. The following day, on April 3, her mother got a call from a “strange person’s phone” at noon. As Mark explained, the conversation was brief, and her daughter “was “mostly not making sense.” That’s the last time they spoke with her.

At about 5 p.m. of that same day, the junior college student was seen on surveillance video walking from an Inglewood apartment, about six miles from LAX, without carrying her belongings.

It’s unclear why the 23-year-old went to the building. As her father explained, she wasn’t visiting a friend. 

“She always calls. This is very out of character. She has had a tough time, but she has always called,” her father explained

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When she went to the building, Lynch’s mother found her daughter’s things, including a backpack. 

It isn’t common behavior for the missing woman to go days without speaking to her parents, her family said. 

“She always calls,” Mark explained. “This is very out of character. She has had a tough time, but she has always called.”

The young woman’s phone was later found at the Southwest ticket counter at LAX airport. Her father believes there’s no convincing evidence that she boarded a plane.

The student left her home in a “difficult state of mind”

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When she went to the Inglewood building, Lynch’s mother found her daughter’s belongings, including a backpack

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Mark suspects foul play may have led to her disappearance and said he can’t imagine she’s “sitting in a coffee shop in Marina del Rey,” as per SFG.

Lynch is described as a 23-year-old female, White, with brown hair and blue eyes. She stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 125 pounds. She was last seen wearing a dark t-shirt, green sweatpants with a military logo, and white sneakers, the LAPD shared.

Anyone with information about her whereabouts should contact LAPD’s Department Missing Persons Unit at 213-996-1800. 

Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org.

Bored Panda has contacted the LAPD for comment.

“I hope she gets back safely,” a social media user expressed

Following J.K. Rowling’s refusal to forgive Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson for their support of transgender rights, Potterheads have been jumping to the defense of the actors, amid ongoing controversy.

Harry Potter fans have been defending Daniel and Emma, as a person took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to make their stance clear: “J.K. Rowling and her fans once again throwing Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson under the bus.

“All they did was say ‘trans people are valid’, Dan even said he respected/owed his career to her, but because they won’t stand with bigotry she’ll happily publicly shame them.”

Another X user wrote: “I’m sure Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson are devastated J.K. Rowling won’t accept their ‘apologies’ for not [using] their fame and wealth to s**t on trans people.”

Someone else commented: “Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson have never once mentioned J.K. Rowling by name, they’ve simply expressed allyship and compassion towards trans people and she’s taken it as a personal attack on her.

“Says all you need to know.”

Bored Panda has contacted Emma and Daniel’s respective representatives for comment.

Potterheads rallied behind Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson, amid J.K. Rowling’s refusal to forgive their support for transgender rights

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The support for the Harry Potter stars follows J.K.’s string of posts on X about the release of the long-awaited Cass Review.

The review, by pediatrician Dr. Hilary Cass, was published after an analysis of gender identity services for minors in the UK concluded that there was a “lack of high-quality research” on the effects of puberty blockers on children.

Following the release of the Cass Review, the 58-year-old author took to her social media to express her “anger” over what she called “severe medical malpractice.”

In a series of X posts shared on Wednesday (April 10), J.K. wrote: “Even if you don’t feel ashamed of cheerleading for what now looks like severe medical malpractice, even if you don’t want to accept that you might have been wrong, where’s your sense of self-preservation?

“The bandwagon you hopped on so gladly is hurtling towards a cliff.

“If I sound angry, it’s because I’m bloody angry.

“I read Cass this morning and my anger’s been mounting all day.

“Kids have been irreversibly harmed, and thousands are complicit, not just medics, but the celebrity mouthpieces, unquestioning media and cynical corporations.”

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Puberty blockers can be used to delay the changes of puberty in transgender and gender-diverse youth who have started puberty, the Mayo Clinic states. The medicines most often used for this purpose are called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogs.

Moreover, the renowned medical institution explains that GnRH analogs do not cause permanent physical changes. Instead, they pause puberty, which offers a chance to explore gender identity. It also gives youth and their families time to plan for the psychological, medical, developmental, social, and legal issues that may lie ahead.

When a person stops taking GnRH analogs, puberty starts again, Mayo Clinic notes.

J.K’s jibe at Daniel and Emma came after a fan commented on her X posts saying: “Just waiting for Dan and Emma to give you a very public apology … safe in the knowledge that you will forgive them.”

“The bandwagon you hopped on so gladly is hurtling towards a cliff,” the author said in reference to people’s support of transgender rights

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The writer subsequently responded by hitting out at the actor, suggesting she wouldn’t accept their apology. She wrote: “Not safe, I’m afraid.

“Celebs who cozied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatized detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single-sex spaces.”

The philanthropist has often been accused of perpetuating harmful ideologies against transgender people and aligning with TERF values.

TERF stands for “trans-exclusionary radical feminist.” It refers to individuals or groups within feminism who exclude transgender women from their definition of womanhood and feminist spaces.

They often hold beliefs that biological sex is the sole determinant of gender and may oppose transgender rights and inclusion in women’s spaces. TERF ideology has been widely criticized for being transphobic and exclusionary.

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Recent events have strengthened the LGBTQIA2S+ (abbreviated LGBTQ+) communities’ growing disappointment over the author who has inspired so many young readers.

The British native provoked controversy in the past couple of years due to her responses regarding proposed changes to UK gender recognition laws, and her views on sex and gender, which are topics that have divided politics in various countries.

The best-selling author started to fuel debates on transgender rights in 2020, when she wrote on X that transgender people should live their lives as they pleased in “peace and security”, but questioned women being “force[d] out of their jobs for stating that sex is real”.

Following the initial post, J.K. continued to express controversial statements, with another X publication in the same year, where she mocked an article for using the phrase “people who menstruate”, and reshared that women’s rights and “lived reality” would be “erased” if “sex isn’t real”.

“People who menstruate” has been an accepted term to use in order to be more inclusive of people who do not identify as female, but still have their period.

Moreover, sex and gender have been scientifically proven and accepted to be different concepts, with The World Health Organisation explaining that sex refers to “the different biological and physiological characteristics of males and females, such as reproductive organs, chromosomes, hormones, etc.”

Additionally, gender refers to “the socially constructed characteristics of women and men – such as norms, roles and relationships of and between groups of women and men.”

J.K.’s jibe at Daniel and Emma came after a fan commented on her X posts saying: “Just waiting for Dan and Emma to give you a very public apology”

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In October 2023, J.K. claimed she would “happily” go to jail in order to keep misgendering people in a post on X.

The mom-of-three was reacting to unverified reports about the UK’s Labour Party and their plans to amend an already existing hate crime law to better protect gender identity.

At the time, the writer: “I’ll happily do two years if the alternative is compelled speech and forced denial of the reality and importance of sex.

“Bring on the court case, I say. It’ll be more fun than I’ve ever had on a red carpet.”

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She also went on to reply a simple “no” to a photo posted on X which showed the phrase, “repeat after us: trans women are women” being projected on a government building.

Tia Latham, an intersex woman with what she has described to be a transgender experience told Bored Panda in reaction to J.K.’s X transphobic rants: “The impact is detrimental to the trans community, it plays into many misinformed views that have been curated by people in positions of power to sensationalize, hyper-sexualize, and attack some of the most vulnerable people in society.”

Transgender people are over four times more likely than cisgender people to experience violent victimization, including rape, sexual assault, and aggravated or simple assault, according to a new study by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law.

J.K. Rowling’s criticism of puberty blockers and the actors continued to ignite heated reactions on social media

A 21-year-old man lost his life while attempting to perform a skiing stunt across a Colorado highway.

The young victim, identified as Dallas LeBeau, took on the daredevil adventure of trying to make a “high-risk” jump and leap 40 feet over Highway 40 in Grand County on Tuesday, April 9.

Dallas failed to clear the width of the roadway near Winter Park and landed on the highway pavement before a bystander found him unconscious and not breathing. An onlooker administered CPR, and 911 calls were made to the local dispatch center around 3 p.m.

Dallas LeBeau, a passionate 21-year-old skier, lost his life while attempting a “high-risk” jump on April 9

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“On April 9, 2024, at approximately 3 p.m., the Grand County Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a skiing accident on Highway 40 … It was reported that a 21-year-old male was unconscious and not breathing and that bystander CPR had been initiated,” the Grand County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.

First responders arrived at the scene and pronounced the young skier deceased.

As per the preliminary investigation, officials found that Dallas was “attempting to perform a high-risk skiing stunt by trying to clear the width of Highway 40 and unfortunately lacked the necessary speed and distance and subsequently landed on the highway pavement,” the sheriff’s office said. “The victim had been wearing a helmet and other protective gear.”

The young man attempted to leap across Highway 40 in Colorado but landed on the highway pavement

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The incident affected traffic on Highway 40 from both directions as emergency responders were present at the scene.

A childhood friend, Devin Shirk, who had been pals with Dallas since they were toddlers, revealed that the victim had loved to ski since he was a child and would encourage others to try it out as well.

“He wanted to do things that nobody else had done. He always said his birthday was the same day as Evil Knievel,” Devin told FOX31.

“He encouraged other people to start skiing too,” Devin added. “That was one of my favorite things about him too, is even if it wasn’t jumps, he would just be like, ‘You just gotta try skiing — it will change your life.’”

A bystander administered CPR before first responders arrived at the scene and pronounced Dallas dead

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Devin started a GoFundMe page for Dallas to help offset funeral costs for the grieving family.

“Hi, my name is Devin. Dallas was a close friend of mine since before preschool,” Devin wrote on the fundraiser.

“He was one of the most joyful and kind people you could ever meet. He was always raising good spirits and loved to ski ever since he was 2,” he added.

The bereaved friend hoped to raise enough money through the fundraiser so that the family has “one less thing to stress about.”

“I wanted to start this GoFundMe to help the family of Dallas Lebeau with the costs of the funeral and the financial expenses that may come their way. And give them one less thing to stress about. Thank you,” Devin concluded.

Friends and acquaintances shared fond memories about Dallas after the victim’s death

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The goal for the fundraiser was set at $20,000, but the community showed up with an outpour of love and support, exceeding the goal to reach $48,121 so far.

Many commented on the fundraising page with fond memories that they have shared with Dallas.

“I will always remember Dallas’s great passion for skiing and attitude, so many fun park days … Love and peace to family and close friends,” said a donor named Patrick Manyak.

“We met Dallas a while back. He was an inspiring slopestyle competitor in our local USASA series, his presence will be missed by all,” Paul Krahulec wrote in the comments section. “RIP Dallas.”

“Ever since I met Dallas, he has treated me like one of his own. We met through a mutual friend, and he has treated me like family. This kid is f—ing amazing,” added Danny Forebaugh.

Jaxson Holme wrote, “Dallas has been my best friend since we met on the first day of comp center. We have shared highs and lows and everything in between. I will miss his eagerness to do the things he loved and his dedication to everyone in his life. Forever my best friend.”

A fundraiser, with an initial goal of $20,000, raised $48,121 for the family of the passionate skier

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Colorado Ski Country USA, a trade association representing Colorado ski resorts, acknowledged the tragic incident that claimed Dallas’ life.

“The skier death in the back country on Berthoud Pass is a tragic accident and CSCUSA offers our sincere condolences to the victim’s family and friends,” the statement said.

They went on to warn skiers that safety must be the top priority while skiing, snowboarding, and performing other snow sports or activities.

“Whether skiing, snowboarding, or participating in another resort activity, we encourage everyone to keep safety top of mind as we head into the spring season,” the statement went on to say. “Reading, understanding, and following the ten points of Your Responsibility Code is the best way to keep yourself, your family, and those around as safe as possible. They’re the ‘rules of the road’ when it comes to safety on the slopes. Look for the bright yellow Your Responsibility Code sign when you’re skiing or snowboarding and ask any resort employee if you have any questions about the Code.”

Many shared their grief online over the death of the “joyful and kind” skier

Trigger warning: murder, domestic abuse

Khloé Kardashian has been trending on social media following OJ Simpson‘s death yesterday (April 11), amid longstanding rumors of paternity and controversy surrounding claims of a past affair with her mother Kris Jenner, despite OJ’s denial and lack of public comment from Khloé.

When the news that the controversial retired NFL star had died from prostate cancer broke out on Thursday, internet users rushed to social media to extend their condolences to the 39-year-old reality star.

OJ, whose real name was Orenthal James, had long been rumored to be the biological father of Kris Jenner’s third born with the late lawyer, Robert Kardashian.

The 68-year-old momager gave birth to Kourtney Kardashian in 1979, Kim Kardashian in 1980, Khloé in 1984, and Rob Kardashian in 1987.

Amid OJ Simpson’s recent passing and renewed speculation about paternity, Khloé Kardashian has been trending on social media

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After remarrying with Caitlyn Jenner (at the time known as Bruce), she had Kendall Jenner in 1995, and Kylie Jenner in 1997.

Despite the numerous conspiracy theories that OJ was in fact Khloé’s dad, the late sportsman denied the claims multiple times over the years. Nevertheless, this didn’t stop social media users from flocking to Khloé’s public platform to say how “sorry” they were for her “loss.”

On the other hand, the media personality’s stepfather, Caitlyn, had more brutal words after the announcement of the 76-year-old’s death, writing on X (formerly known as Twitter): “Good riddance.”

Meanwhile, Khloé has not as of yet publicly commented on the news, opting instead to post a video of herself at the gym.

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The 39-year-old Good American founder was photographed stepping out in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon, just hours after news of OJ’s death broke.

As reported by the Daily Mail, Khloé looked somber as she exited a building with her entourage. She was dressed in a beige bodycon dress and carried a pricey bubblegum pink Hermes Birkin bag.

Robert Kardashian famously defended OJ during his 1995 murder trial. Khloé was nine years old when the American football player was arrested on suspicion of murdering his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman.

In 2009 during an E! True Hollywood Story episode, Khloé said she used to refer to OJ as “Uncle OJ” and Nicole as “Auntie Nicole.”

Khloé’s mom, Kris Jenner, was best friends with OJ Simpson’s wife, Nicole Brown Simpson

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Kris’ friendship with Nicole was reportedly so strong that she honored her memory by giving her daughter Kendall the middle name, Nicole.

In 2019, OJ publicly denied that he was Khloé’s biological father amid rumors that she was conceived during an alleged fling with her mother in the 1990s, which he also stated never happened, the Daily Mail reported.

At the time, he said in a video posted on X: “I want to stress never – in any way, shape, or form had I ever had any interest in Kris, romantically, sexually, and I never got any indication that she had any interest in me.

“So all of these stories are just bogus. Bad, you know, tasteless.”

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OJ elaborated on his close relationship with Robert Kardashian, saying: “Khloe, like all the [Kardashian] girls, I’m very proud of, just like I know Bob would be if he was here.” Bob was the nickname given to Robert.

“But the simple fact of the matter is she’s not mine,” the former actor added.

In 1995, OJ’s murder case captivated the US and viewers worldwide, but to the Kardashian family, the trial was a personal affair, due to Robert defending the acquitted criminal.

At the time, the courtroom highlighted a stark divide within the Kardashian family, as Kris stood by Nicole’s loved ones’ side, while Robert represented his friend OJ.

Rumors have long circulated that Kris and OJ had an affair

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When Kim and Kourtney took a seat behind their father on the defendant’s side of the courtroom, they noticed their mother sitting on the opposite side in support of her best friend, as per the Daily Mail.

Speaking to David Letterman in 2020, Kim recalled the painful moment when she was 13 years old, saying: “It tore my family apart, I’d say, for the whole time of the trial.”

She admitted that the 15-month legal battle was “really tough” for her and her older sister Kourtney, who felt like they had to pick a side.

OJ was later found civilly liable for the deaths of his ex-wife and her friend Ron. But over the years, Kris has spoken out about the horror she felt when Nicole was brutally stabbed in her home in Los Angeles back in 1994.

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The mom-of-six said she still could not believe what had happened as she sat in court during OJ’s trial the following year, where her lawyer ex-husband was helping defend her best friend’s suspected killer, as per the Daily Mail.

Kim explained to GQ in October 2023 that she and Kourtney opted to spend more time with their dad during the trial because they felt their mom was “happily remarried” while their father was “by himself.”

In April 1991, one month after her divorce from Robert, Kris married retired Olympian Bruce Jenner, who publicly came out as a transgender woman in 2015, taking the name Caitlyn.

Robert Kardashian, the father of Khloé, Kim, Kourtney, and Rob, was OJ’s lawyer

R.i.p to Khloe Kardashian’s dad OJ Simpson 🙏🏿😅 pic.twitter.com/PJpTCUSmya

— Ngbantz (@ngbantz) April 11, 2024

Kim recalled: “We walked in [the courtroom] and saw my mom sitting on the other side.

“She said, ‘You’re supposed to be in school. What are you doing here?’ Kourtney and I didn’t even look at her.”

Robert and OJ first met in 1967, when OJ was the star running back for the University of Southern California Trojans, and Robert was a glorified waterboy.

A few years later while playing tennis at a mutual friend’s house, when Robert had become a successful entertainment businessman and lawyer, and OJ was an NFL hero of the Buffalo Bills, the men rekindled their relations and developed a strong friendship.

khloe kardashian logging onto twitter today and seeing her name trending next to OJ’s pic.twitter.com/37iicfwLCv

— nella’s a world champion 🇦🇷 (@shadysmj) April 11, 2024

They became business partners, capitalizing on OJ’s nickname “The Juice” by opening a chain of yogurt and juice stores known as Juice Inc. They also invested in Concert Cinema, which would show music videos before movies in theaters, as per the Daily Mail.

The friendship between Robert and OJ went on to extend to their wives, with Robert marrying Kris and OJ marrying Nicole after divorcing his first wife.

But unbeknownst to Kris was OJ’s dark and violent side, prone to jealousy and explosive outbursts, according to the Daily Mail.

Throughout their 13-year relationship, OJ and Nicole experienced a turbulent cycle of reconciliation and separation, marked by incidents of violence such as OJ reportedly punching Nicole but attempting to make amends with lavish gifts like a Porsche.

Khloé previously remembered her childhood with “Uncle OJ” and “Auntie Nicole”

There are even rumors that Khloe Kardashian is the biological daughter of OJ Simpson

This is a comparison of Khloe (before her surgeries) with OJ’s daughter Sydney Simpson

Khloe is also about 8-9 inches taller than her sisters Kim and Kourtney pic.twitter.com/UglCcnOCkk

— Vision4theBlind (@Vision4theBlind) April 11, 2024

On New Year’s Eve 1988, OJ beat Nicole so severely that she required hospital treatment. At the time, the running back reportedly screamed repeatedly: “I’ll kill you!”

Their toxic relationship culminated in their ninth reported domestic dispute, leading to OJ’s arrest and court-ordered counseling, yet they reunited shortly after. They officially divorced in 1993, a year before Nicole’s tragic death.

Kris, set to meet Nicole the morning she was murdered, later reflected on her best friend’s documented abuse and her desire for someone close, like Kris, to bear witness to her suffering.

In the aftermath, Robert, who hadn’t practiced law in over two decades, renewed his legal license to join OJ’s infamous Dream Team of defense lawyers, which included Johnnie Cochran and Robert Shapiro, as per the Daily Mail.

Kris Jenner calling Hulu and the camera crew to come to khloe Kardashian house after she heard OJ Simpson died. pic.twitter.com/MSnVTX1Igd

— ☆La 🤍 (@Ayah2156) April 11, 2024

In a 2009 interview with Dr. Phil, Kris recalled: “Right before the trial started, Robert sat down and wrote us a handwritten letter and just said, ‘Look, I know you don’t agree with what is going down here, but this is what I have to do for my friend.'”

During the trial, Johnnie infamously said “If the glove don’t fit, you must acquit” when a pair of bloody gloves were presented as evidence, appearing to be too small for OJ’s hands.

Kris claimed that she was with Nicole in New York City when she purchased those gloves as a gift for OJ earlier that year, as per the Daily Mail.

In 2019, OJ publicly denied that he was Khloé’s biological father

RIP OJ Simpson …

Poor Khloe Kardashian first she loses Robert and Bruce and now her real dad. pic.twitter.com/3xGFSMVo6o

— ☆La 🤍 (@Ayah2156) April 11, 2024

According to the British tabloid, those who followed the trial closely would remember the unhappy look on Robert’s face when the “not guilty” verdict was read, a confusing image to many for a man who tore apart his own family to protect his close friend.

In her 2017 memoir, Caitlin claimed that Robert secretly believed OJ was guilty and once told her: “I would’ve been OK with it if they had gotten him in the first trial.”

She wrote: “The implication was obvious that he believed OJ was guilty.”

The paternity conspiracy left people divided on social media

Oftentimes, one person is enough to interrupt the workflow of the company or bring all processes to a halt. And whether intentional or not, their actions can result in significant losses.

That’s what happened with this redditor’s friend, “Bobby”, whose malicious compliance led to a slowed pace of operations at the workplace and thousands of dollars in losses; all because of their aggravating superior. Scroll down to find the full story below.

In a workplace that operates like a well-oiled machine, every employee matters

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This employee’s malicious compliance cost his company thousands of dollars, all thanks to his new superior

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Bobby didn’t seem to get along well with the new foreman

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Few people would likely argue the importance of rules and regulations at work. They are necessary in order to make sure that everything runs smoothly and everyone involved is well-aware of both their rights and responsibilities. But in order for rules to work, there shouldn’t be exceptions in regards to who has to abide by them.

In the OP’s story, the new foreman, who was said to be a jerk to the redditor’s friend, Bobby, was seemingly quite keen on following workplace rules. That’s why when Bobby came to work 10 minutes late, the superior was holding a demerit slip, as it was the second time the employee had clocked in late in the last 14 days; he didn’t care much that the first time Bobby was just one minute late.

While it’s true that being 10 minutes late is likely a violation of workplace rules, penalizing an employee for clocking in just one minute after the start of their working hours likely balances on the brink of micromanaging. Unsurprisingly, such an overly attentive management style is considered to be the main red flag signaling a toxic workplace, according to a poll carried out by Monster.

Another survey found that roughly four-in-five employed people have experienced micromanaging and nearly 70% have considered changing jobs because of it. While Bobby didn’t quit his job because of the new foreman, he realized that two can play this game and decided to unconditionally stick to the rules, too, which meant no more working overtime.

Quite a few people nowadays seem to put in unpaid overtime

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It’s safe to assume that Bobby is far from the only one who has worked overtime in their careers. Ciphr’s research found that employees from 35 to 44 years of age are the most likely to work unpaid overtime, and those from 25 to 34 accumulate the most hours of such additional time spent at work, averaging 3.5 hours per week. It also found that on a regular week, the number of people working unpaid overtime is twice higher than those who get paid for it.

According to Clockify, despite overtime being regulated by different laws in most countries, research found that as many as one in ten employees have worked an extra day of unpaid overtime every week in 2021.

Be that as it may, the number of hours people spend working in general has reportedly decreased over the years, as people became more and more productive. Clockify found that employed individuals now work roughly 20-30 hours less each week compared to the 19th century. According to their data, the average work hours in developed countries went from 3000 hours per year in 1870 to 1500-2000 hours per year by 1990.

Clockify also revealed that nowadays, in Europe, the Netherlands seem to be the country where people work the least hours, adding up to roughly 1627 hours per year (roughly 31 per week), while Turkey is on the other end of the scale, as that’s where people spend 2256 hours a year (43 per week) at work.

The OP didn’t specify where in the world Bobby was based, however, one thing was made clear—the number of hours he spent at work decreased when the new foreman started intervening. Be that as it may, it wasn’t the number of hours or the foreman’s behavior that fellow netizens seemed to be interested in the most; many seemed to focus most on how critical Bobby was for the company. They shared their views in the comments section.

Fellow netizens shared their thoughts and stories in the comments

Redditors have recently been sharing devastating stories of people that they’ve watched ruin their lives, so we’ve gathered some of the most painful accounts below. Let these tales serve as a reminder to make decisions that you’ll be proud of, rather than haunted by, and be sure to upvote the most heartbreaking stories of self-sabotage.

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One, sometimes unnoticed difficulty in putting together a wedding is the need to balance out multiple groups, from friends, to family and acquaintances. This can, at times, lead to unexpected conflicts at the worst possible time and place.

A bride was shocked to hear that one of her bridesmaids seemed to be casually racist towards a bridesmaid from Africa, culminating in the racist being kicked out. She then had some doubts, so she turned to the internet for advice. We reached out to the bride via private message and will update the story when she gets back to us.

Finding out one of your friends is a racist is, at the very least, a bit shocking

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A bride was forced to “fire” a bridesmaid after she wouldn’t stop asking weird comments to a person from Africa

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Jane had opportunities to back down and see the error of her ways

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While on the surface, this looks like a wedding story, the only reason the bride felt the need to turn to the internet was the fact that this all occurred at a destination wedding. After all, if a friend is racist towards your other friend in really any other situation, one, hopefully, wouldn’t even think twice about cutting ties on the spot. Destination weddings are not the easiest cost or logistics wise, as it’s basically a vacation for the guests, but everyone has their limits.

However, this wasn’t some minor drama, all things considered, it was pure and unadulterated racism, even if Jane didn’t see it that way. It’s also important to note that Jane’s response to being told her actions were racist was to immediately get defensive. Humans are not perfect, we will make mistakes, but what sets us apart is the ability to learn. All in all, the bride is not wrong to ditch someone with these sorts of beliefs. They can reconnect in the future if Jane finally understands the error of her ways.

Instead of apologizing and perhaps rethinking her behavior, she simply told the bride that she was wrong and overreacting. Similarly, while it is possible to be racist by accident or to simply speak without thinking, Jane using the “n word” and then defending it is a red flag so large, the folks on the ISS might be able to spot it.

The bride was right to cut ties and move on

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Similarly, one has to consider how Nya may have been feeling. Imagine staying with a friend (a destination wedding isn’t just a one-day affair, after all) and this new person starts asking you ridiculous and semi-insulting questions. On top of that, they use a slur in a casual story and then try to play it off. It’s not perhaps the worst or weirdest thing a “friend” has done and considered normal, but it’s absolutely up there, as it raises questions about what else remains unsaid?

If the bride had chosen to do nothing, it’s not hard to imagine Nya deciding that cutting ties would be the best option in the long run. The bride basically had to choose between these two people, so, all in all, not siding with the racist was a pretty easy option, all things considered. Indeed, this didn’t even seem to be a possibility for the bride, as she immediately clocked Jane being weird.

All in all, Jane should already be thankful that she was invited and given such a position of “honor” as a bridesmaid. There are countless stories online of unequal levels of friendship that culminate with someone feeling snubbed at a wedding. As most commenters suggested, (some of which can be read below) she really shouldn’t feel too bad about the situation. No doubt, it cost Jane a bit of money, but in the long run, allowing her to stick around would have ruined at least one friendship and who knows what else she would have done at the wedding proper?

Some folks asked their own questions

Most sided with the bride

Later, the bride shared an update

Being in a relationship with someone often means loving them for who they are. That includes all their flaws and weird habits. Nobody is perfect in this regard – both you and your partner likely have traits that drive the other one crazy. And the answers in this thread might just be proof of that.

Not sure if you should get into another fight with your SO over their dirty socks lying on the floor again? Check out these answers, and you'll feel way better about your own nasty habits. Some are maddening, others – hilariously disgusting. And if you have a gross habit of your partner's that drives you crazy, Pandas, share it with us in the comments!

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How can partners deal with their SO's nasty habits? Experts say that shaming them publicly (albeit anonymously) is hardly the way. Australian dating and relationship coach Debbie Rivers claims that the first and most important thing is to recognize that your partner might be doing that gross thing not out of spite.

"They aren't personally directed at you and your partner may not even realize that they are doing it," she claims. “In fact, they may have no idea quite how annoying it is to you." The second step would be to talk about the issue. However, Rivers advises doing so when you're calm and not right after witnessing the gross habit.

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If you wish to address the annoying behavior or habit with your SO, it matters how you do it. The tone of voice, facial expressions, and, most importantly, what words you use. Rivers recommends avoiding such phrases as "You always do that" and "You never listen." Such verbiage might only trigger defensiveness and will hardly lead to any productive discussions.

Of course, it goes the other way round as well: when your partner tells you about what habits of yours they don't like, be willing to listen. When they have noticed your comments and reacted appropriately, acknowledge their effort. Encouragement is important when trying to kick a bad habit, so letting your partner know you notice and support them will let them improve and result in a better relationship.

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Experts also advise to start talking about gross and disgusting habits only when you really can't take it anymore. Psychiatrist and relationship therapist Dion Metzger, MD, told Style Caster that if it only makes you roll your eyes but not gag, maybe it's worth letting go. "Most people overthink this and end up feeling more anxious during their time together rather than enjoying it. Whenever you can, don't make this the focus of your relationship, and try to go with the flow."

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Human beings are social animals. Most of us crave acceptance, connection, love, and respect. An 85-year Harvard study found that our positive relationships empower us, make us resilient, and actually lead to healthier, happier, and longer lives. But social isolation is horrible for our physical and mental health. When somebody is ostracized from their social circle or society, it takes a toll and can even put them on a warpath in life.

In a viral thread started by user u/WANACWaac, the r/AskReddit online community shared stories of what happened to the social outcasts they knew and how they got revenge against their communities after growing up. We’ve picked out some of the most powerful and emotional stories, which you’ll find as you scroll down. Though, keep in mind, some of them are very sensitive.

Bored Panda got in touch with the author of the candid discussion, Isaiah Taylor, aka u/WANACWaac, and he shared his perspective on outcasts, tolerance, and people judging one another. Read on for our full interview with him.

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According to Psychologist Rick Hanson, Ph.D., accepting other people doesn’t necessarily mean that you agree with them or approve of them. However, as he explains, “you can simply let people be” and accept that they exist as they are, not as you’d like them to be.

“You may not like it, you may not prefer it, you may feel sad or angry about it, but at a deeper level, you are at peace with it. That alone is a blessing. And sometimes, your shift to acceptance can help things get better,” Hanson explains.

Meanwhile, Psychologist Kipling D. Williams claims that ostracism is an invisible form of abuse. Ostracized individuals tend to go through three stages. They first feel pain, then they enter the ‘coping’ stage, which is followed by ‘resignation.’ The latter is when someone gives up after becoming depressed and feels helpless to change anything.

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People are often paradoxical. On the one hand, they’re often warm, kind, friendly, and welcoming. On the other hand, they’re extremely quick to judge others based on initial impressions. Not only that, but they might push someone away because they’re slightly different than them.

Ostracism can happen due to a variety of reasons. Broadly speaking, people tend to judge others when there’s a mismatch in values, behavior, status, or even appearance. Someone who was born out of wedlock or lives in a poorer household might be pushed away in their community, which can breed resentment, frustration, and anger over the long term.

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Social isolation increases the risk of serious health problems. It increases the risk of dementia by a whopping 50%, heart disease by 29%, and stroke by 32%. Not only that, but socially isolated individuals are more prone to developing depression and anxiety, diabetes, and issues with substance abuse.

The CDC reports that more than 1 in 3 American adults who are aged 45 and over feel lonely. People more at risk of social isolation tend to have lower income and physical or mental health problems. They also often live alone, have disabilities, and have been the victims of abuse. The emotional toll is immense. But in financial terms, loneliness costs the US economy around $406 billion per year, while social isolation costs it another $6.7 billion annually. 

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“I have experienced feelings of loneliness and moments in which I’m alone, and there is a definite difference between the two,” Isaiah, who created the viral thread, opened up to Bored Panda.

“For example, have you wanted to be within proximity of a company while maintaining your choice of personal space? My answer to that question would be yes, a hundred times yes! And that, to me at least, is the difference between being alone and being lonely. A person who is lonely is too alone, yet they are on a spiritual, mental, and physical spectrum.

We asked Isaiah for his perspective as to why so many of us are so quick to judge each other. “The reason people are so quick to judge the next person's difference is usually due to a seemingly endless search to find the difference within self or they have recognized the difference within themselves and have not learned to appreciate it,” he shared his point of view.

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“We are all books whose stories cannot and should not be plagiarized! Our differences are all various shades of various colors splattered across this blank canvas we call EXISTENCE, and those differences are what make us unique masterpieces to be admired in the gallery of LIFE.”

In the meantime, the author of the viral thread shared his thoughts on how everyone can become more tolerant and understanding. “The only way I see us becoming more tolerant of one another would be to show more concern toward our fellow human and to show more compassion for our fellow human,” he told Bored Panda.

“We are all trying—some harder than others—but nevertheless, we are all trying. Whether it is trying to fit in, trying to stand out, trying to be the best version of ourselves, or maybe just trying to be better than we were a second, minute, hour, day, week, month, or year ago…WE ARE ALL TRYING!”

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If there’s one thing we love, it’s adventure. Travel is something magical, and it really ups the quality of your life. That being said, let’s not be naive—long trips can be a real pain when you’re stuck in a bus or on a train. Especially if you’re tired and surrounded by entitled people who ignore everyone’s personal boundaries and have incredibly loud conversations on their phones.

Redditor u/Shadow_of_the_moon11 faced this exact problem. She shared how she got on an overnight bus for an international students’ trip, but one passenger kept having a phone conversation while everyone else was trying to get some shut-eye. Annoyed and craving sleep, she decided that it was time for some petty revenge. Check out the full story below!

Bored Panda reached out to the author of the viral story, u/Shadow_of_the_moon11. She told us more about what happened and shared her thoughts about unruly passengers on transportation. Check out our interview with her!

It would be wonderful if the people around us would be more mindful of their surroundings and how their behavior affects everyone else

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One internet user shared how she got revenge against a fellow bus passenger who could not stop speaking on the phone at night

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Not every passenger feels comfortable verbally calling out someone who’s being disruptive on public transport

The author told us that she didn’t expect her story to get so much attention online. She thinks that its popularity might be linked to the fact that her experience was so universal: lots of different people go on long journeys and witness disruptive passengers.

Bored Panda asked u/Shadow_of_the_moon11 how the loud passenger behind her reacted when she reclined her seat.

“She didn’t react. I think, because she was American, she was on the phone at this time because it was more convenient with the time zones but still clearly didn’t consider that while it might have been an appropriate time in the States, it wasn’t an appropriate time here,” she shared her interpretation of the situation.

The author revealed to us that she is autistic, so she finds many social situations difficult to handle. “I do think it’s very important to just treat everybody with respect and to show kindness, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t stand up for yourself if somebody is mistreating you,” she told Bored Panda.

According to the OP, transportation staff should definitely intervene more in these sorts of situations.

“On trains, I’ve even seen signs telling people not to have loud phone calls because it’s disruptive, and that’s during the day,” she said. “I suppose in this scenario, the driver didn’t really have to do anything because that behavior wasn’t really hurting anybody, but passengers shouldn’t be feeling like somebody else’s behavior is so disruptive that they have to take matters into their own hands.”

There are various ways that you can tackle these sorts of situations, but it’s best to do what aligns with your values

Sometimes, the best revenge is the most straightforward. That’s exactly the attitude that u/Shadow_of_the_moon11 embraced. In order to teach the impolite and entitled bus passenger a lesson, they simply used their reclining seat. It quickly put an end to the entire problem.

A lot of internet users were impressed by the story. It also inspired them to share their own experiences with folks who talk way, way too loudly on the phone.

We’re all super busy living our own lives, but it doesn’t mean that we can’t be courteous, kind, and aware of our surroundings. A good rule of thumb in life is not to behave in a way that you would find to be hurtful or annoying.

The reality is that some people lack self-awareness. They might never have been called out for their rude behavior before or think it’s their right to do whatever they choose. Or they might be genuinely kind-hearted and have good intentions but have no clue how their behavior affects the people around them.

They might not know that they’re causing other people problems. Sometimes, a gentle reminder from the folks around them is enough to set them on the right path. Sure, it might be a tad awkward or embarrassing to bring the topic up, but many people are reasonable and happy to change for the better.

But the important thing is to bring the issue up. Aloud! Nobody’s a mind-reader. Sometimes, people might lose track of time or not realize that their incredibly loud phone conversations are, in fact, incredibly loud. Of course, there are other ways to handle entitled and loud people.

You could cough very loudly so they understand they’re being a nuisance. You could look them right in their eyes, meaningfully, hoping they get the (not so) subtle hint. You could ask the bus driver or other figure of authority if they could help manage the situation. Or you could do what the author of the story did and recline your seat to send a very obvious signal that you’re trying to sleep.

Transportation staff should be proactive and step in to defuse tense situations

Generally, it’s better to err on the side of politeness when you’re traveling with strangers. Don’t be obnoxiously loud. Don’t litter. Don’t invade their personal space. Don’t eat food that has strong smells. In general, be as friendly as you can!

However, it’s understandable that there’d be at least some friction between passengers if the trip goes on for hours and hours. It’s inevitable that some folks let down their guards while others let their social ‘masks’ slip a little. It’s exhausting keeping up appearances in public. Who you are in private starts to leak out… with all the pros and cons that this entails.

Meanwhile, if a passenger is causing a ruckus, the bus drivers themselves have a few options on how to handle things. They could, for example, ask them to knock off the chaotic behavior over the bus speaker. Or they could pull the entire bus over and speak to them in person.

How they handle these situations is going to vary a lot. In some cases, the drivers might want to use humor to de-escalate the tension. In other cases, they might need to be more direct than diplomatic (while still remaining professional) to warn the passenger about the possible consequences of their actions.

In the worst-case scenario, the drivers always have the option to kick the passenger off the bus if they’re being particularly unruly. However, it might be best to do so somewhere with public transport access, not in the middle of a random road in the woods…

Many readers loved the story, shared their thoughts, and interacted with the author

Other internet users shared stories of their own about entitled and rude people

World-famous conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel were once again the center of attention after an old photo of them enjoying some summer bliss resurfaced. Fans made the nostalgic revisit to their old photo following the news of Abby’s secret wedding to Josh Bowling.

Dressed in their vibrant summer attire, the twins were pictured in the 2015 snap, donning a light blue bikini top and bright orange bottoms. The photo, with the simple caption of “summer,” sparked admiration and affection from fans around the globe as it resurfaced in light of the news of Abby’s secret nuptials in 2021.

“Congratulations on your marriage! Wish you happiness,” one user commented on the photo, while another wrote, “I know this is a picture from some years ago but I’d never seen it. All three of you girls looked amazing!”

“Wow you look so beautiful,” another chimed in.

“’Such an example of love and strength, you both inspire me to keep going every day,” wrote another fan.

“You are two beautiful girls,” another said.

A picture of the twins enjoying some summer bliss resurfaced after the news of Abby’s wedding came out last month

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Abby and Brittany were first introduced to the world when they appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show to share their story in 1996. They also gained widespread recognition with their TLC reality show “Abby & Brittany,” which captured glimpses of their daily lives.

Their story has been the subject of numerous documentaries, showcasing how they live their lives as dicephalus-conjoined twins. Joined at the torso since birth, the twins have their own separate spinal cords, brains, hearts, and stomachs. They have four lungs in total, two of which are joined, and they share organs below the waist.

Control of their body is also divided; Brittany is in charge of the left side limbs, while Abby manages the right side.

Each twin experiences hunger, sleep, and the urge to urinate separately, and they also have their own birth certificates and passports.

The twins previously revealed how their personalities are wildly different; while Brittany prefers the arts, Abby’s favorite subjects are math and science. Brittany is also scared of heights, while her sister isn’t. Even when it comes to coffee, Abby wouldn’t mind a cup, but Brittany said it makes her heart rate increase.

“I can be a totally different temperature than Brittany would be,” Abby said in 2013. “And a lot of times our hands are different temperatures, so I get super-hot way faster.”

In an interview with Time magazine back in 2001, the twins’ father Mike said he hoped their condition wouldn’t stop them from finding love and settling down.

“They’re good-looking girls. They’re witty. They’ve got everything going for them, except they’re together,” the father said at the time.

The world-famous twins recently shared photos from Abby’s wedding to Josh Bowling in 2021

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It’s only been a couple of weeks since the news of Abby’s wedding to Josh became the subject of headlines.

Abby, a teacher, and Josh, a nurse and United States Army veteran, said “I do” in 2021, according to a Today report from March 27. When news outlets began reporting Abby’s 2021 wedding last month, the famed twins also shared posts around the same time featuring pictures of Abby in a wedding dress and Josh in a grey suit.

Fans flooded their social media posts with comments congratulating them.

“I’m so happy for them. I remember seeing their documentary when they were younger really sweet girls,” one wrote.

“You deserve nothing but blissful happiness. Congratulations,” another said.

“Congratulations, it’s great to see you all so happy !” read a third comment.

“You both looked so beautiful.. your makeup is gorgeous!! Have a happy ever after! Minnesota Girl at Heart! God Bless!” another said.

However, the twins also received comments that jibed at Abby’s relationship with Josh.

“What if one isn’t in the mood?” one asked, while another said, “Buy one get one.”

“A two for one special. congratulations champ,” another wrote.

One questioned, “How do the I love you convos go? I need to know.”

The twins clapped back at netizens who raised eyebrows over Abby’s relationship with Josh

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Following the “loud” comments, the twins clapped back by sharing a video on TikTok that sent a crystal-clear message to their haters.

“This is a message to all the haters out there. If you don’t like what I do, but you watch everything I’m doing, you’re still a fan,” declared the message in their video, which included a picture of the twins happily smiling beside Josh.

They also posted another video with the caption, “The internet is extra LOUD today. We have always been around.”

The video showcased ancient sculptures of conjoined twins as a way of reminding the public about the historical evidence of the existence of conjoined twins.

At the heels of the news of Abby’s wedding, reports came out last week about her husband Josh being hit with a paternity suit by his ex-wife, Annica Bowling. Josh and Annica married in 2010 and then split in 2019, about two years before he tied the knot with Abby.

Many were happy to see the resurfaced photo of the twins enjoying their trip to the beach

The more experience you have in the corporate world, the more you come to realize that there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ workplace. There will always be something to complain about. Whether it’s substandard office coffee, endless meetings, confusing remote-work policies, micromanaging bosses, and chronic exhaustion. But you’re not alone. Nearly everyone in the corporate world runs into similar issues.

The ‘Memes Off The Clock’ Instagram page shares some of the funniest and most relatable memes about the ups and downs of office life. We’ve collected some of the top ones to share with you, Pandas. Scroll down and upvote your faves. Remember to send these pics to your colleagues… and we dare you to forward them to your boss!

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Worker burnout is a major problem. A survey conducted by Deloitte found that 77% of surveyed American professionals experienced burnout at their current job, while over half admitted that this has happened more than once.

The vast majority of respondents said that the stress and frustration that they face at work has a negative impact on their quality of work, as well as their personal relationships.

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It’s a common misconception that just because you enjoy the work you do, you’ll never feel tired. However, 87% of the working professionals who participated in the Deloitte survey said that they were passionate about their jobs, but 64% revealed that they’re frequently stressed. In other words, being passionate about what you do does not make you immune to stress.

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Meanwhile, most respondents felt that their employers weren’t doing enough to prevent burnout. However, the solution doesn’t lie in just having super hip well-being programs to destress your employees.

Ideally, there should be a workplace culture that actively fights back against chronic exhaustion, demotivation, and burnout.

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Having supportive bosses who genuinely care about their employees’ issues and growth is a godsend. But that requires being well-versed in leadership and management and having a lot of empathy. If you’re aiming for profit at the cost of your employees’ physical and mental health, you’re going to drive away your top talent. Your staff needs proper rest to recharge and do their jobs well.

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If you force everyone to constantly work overtime and pile unreasonable workloads on their shoulders, you’ll only get substandard results. If efficiency and good results are your actual priorities, then you have to be open-minded.

Well-rested, happy people who feel like they’re doing purposeful tasks will get you there faster than a frustrated and exhausted group who feels undervalued. Wonderful things happen if you genuinely care about the individuals who work for you. Loyalty should be a two-way street.

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According to Deloitte, corporations ought to prioritize relationships instead of rewards. It’s also essential to assess what the actual needs of your employees are. That way, management can plan how they can best support the entire workforce, as well as separate departments and individual specialists.

It’s also a huge plus if management can make the work processes more meaningful and fulfilling. People can move mountains if they believe in the cause and the values of their company.

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Some other important challenges that employees face at work, according to Indeed, include a lack of communication and poor transparency, as well as a lack of recognition for hard work. Many workers also find that their managers don’t know how to motivate them and help them be more engaged in their daily tasks. 

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At the time of writing, ‘Memes Off The Clock’ has 25.3k followers on Instagram. The curator describes the project as sharing “corporate memes for your lunch break dreams,” and we totally dig the intentional rhyme there. The account has been focused on posting witty work and corporate life-related memes since late 2020, and we can’t get enough of them.

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One of the best ways to get your memes noticed is to make them relatable to your target audience. If you throw some humor into the mix, you’re only improving your chances of going viral. And what’s more relatable than sharing the most common problems that many employees run into in their day-to-day office lives?

The absolute majority of us have to work for a living, and our grievances are an invisible thread that connects us all, no matter what part of the world we might be in.

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What’s your workday been like today, dear Pandas? Which of these memes did you vibe with the most? Which ones did you forward to your colleagues? What do you do to create a healthier work-life balance?

If you have a free moment or you’re on your coffee break (we’ll join you in spirit), we’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts in the comment section at the bottom of this post!

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