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Poverty rates look different depending on where and who you look at. But in the U.S., for instance, among people under 18, it's 16.3% (3.7 percentage points higher than the country's overall rate).

Interested in all the ways the lack of money shapes us, Reddit user CursedButHere made a post on the platform's forum 'Random Thoughts,' asking everyone to describe the peculiar things they do because they grew up poor.

"I'm not talking about the usual things that everyone has heard of, like hoarding food or saving almost empty shampoo bottles," they wrote. "I'm talking about the weird things nobody thinks about."

To kickstart the discussion, the Redditor provided a personal example. "Mine is that even though I have a really good car that has never given me trouble, I only frequent the stores closest to me. I want to make sure if my car breaks down that I can easily walk home. If I have to go somewhere further like I do this week, then I am paranoid the whole way there and back that something will happen and I'll have a really, really long walk ahead of me." Below are the most upvoted replies that they've received.

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Food can be a very emotional topic. A cozy, home-cooked meal that your mother made for you as a child can immediately fill you with comfort and nostalgia, while a simple, cold sandwich might remind you of your days as a student, forced to eat as budget-friendly as possible. 

But regardless of what we like to eat, we all have at least one controversial opinion about food that we might keep to ourselves, for fear of judgment from others. Redditors have recently been opening up about their most unpopular culinary opinions, so we’ve gathered some of the hottest takes down below. Enjoy reading through these opinions that might get you heated, and be sure to upvote the ones that you secretly agree with!

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To find out how this conversation started in the first place, we reached out to Reddit user Deathbykoolaidman, who invited others to share their unpopular opinions about food. In their post, the OP noted that they despise pickles and that they refuse to use ketchup as an ingredient in a recipe (though they will eat it as a condiment).

As far as what inspired Deathbykoolaidman to start this thread, they told Bored Panda, "I was just curious. I had been hated on for my pickle opinion by many people and wanted to see what other crazy food opinions the people of the internet had."

I have to admit that I always hated pickles too until I was about 18 years old, so I can sympathize!

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We also asked the OP if they had any other controversial opinions about food, aside from hating pickles and refusing to cook with ketchup. "I prefer cake with either very little, or no frosting at all," they shared. "It’s sickly sweet, gets stuck in my mouth and makes your hands messy. Perfectly good cupcakes get overpowered when giant dollops of frosting are piled on the top."

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As far as why people are so passionate about their food opinions, Deathbykoolaidman says it's only natural. "Of course you’ll think your opinion is right! It’s like how everybody insists their grandma made the best cookies or apple pie," they explained. "You grew up with it, so you’ll assume it’s the only right answer. However, some people got very angry over other peoples opinions, and it’s like, just let people live!"

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We also asked the OP what they thought about the responses to their post. "Some of the answers shocked me, although I’m not sure what I expected, as it was meant for unpopular opinions," they shared. "Lots of people noted their dislike for steak, which is my favorite food."

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"Many others said they felt the same way i did about pickles with raw onions, which shocked me because raw is the only way i will eat onions," Deathbykoolaidman continued.

"Others did in fact get personally offended by my pickle opinion, as expected. One user told me to 'stop being a little baby and eat it,'" they added with a laugh. "Never thought someone disliking pickles would garner that strong of a response, but to each their own!"

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We hope you're enjoying scrolling through these unpopular opinions, pandas! Keep upvoting the ones you can't help but agree with, and let us know even more of your hot takes down below. Then, if you're interested in checking out a Bored Panda list discussing food trends people hate, we recommend reading this article next!

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Food is, pun very much intended, the ultimate matter of taste. Everyone has their favorites, their restrictions and those few dishes that end up being irresistible. But by the same token, some combinations or techniques are so baffling, folks had to share them online. 

Someone asked “What is considered a crime against food?” and people shared the culinary “delights” they think should never have seen the light of day. From poor taste to truly abominable recipes, get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote the worst examples and be sure to share your own thoughts in the comments section below. 

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Some parents love throwing their kids a birthday party, but there is a point where one might start to ask if the child in question is so young that this entire thing is actually for the adult. As it so often is the case, people online have very strong opinions on how others choose to parent.

A mom ended up going viral on TikTok after she decided to throw a less-than-traditional birthday for her one-year-old. This included an itinerary mostly for the parents and a request for cash donations in lieu of presents. We reached out to Rachel via email and will update the article when she gets back to us.
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A mom sparked a debate when she described her one-year-olds “unusual” birthday party

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“Here’s a list of things I’m doing for my daughter’s first birthday party that I didn’t do for my son’s first birthday party, that are just a little bit not normal first birthday party things to be doing.”

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“Number one – it’s at 9:30am. It’s only an hour and a half long. I literally put 9:30am to 11am on the invitation. I want you all to know, I don’t want you at my house all day. I’m giving you a set time. Like, I do not expect you to sacrifice your entire Saturday for a child’s birthday party who’s not even gonna remember it, right. And yeah, the end time – please leave my house on time, my child needs to nap. And anybody who’s coming to a one-year-old’s birthday party is already up at 9:30am, or they can suck it up for one day because it’s over at 11, you have your entire day.”

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“Number two – we will not be serving a meal. It’s at 9:30 in the morning, please eat breakfast before you come. I will have some snacks and that’s it.”

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“I’m not doing games. I’m not doing anything, really. This is going to be a very ’90s vibe birthday party where I have, like, a ball pit out and maybe some toys. I’ll put the Pickler triangle and the trampoline up outside and that’ll be that. We’re not doing games. I’m not… I am not spending money on this. I spent money to get the invitations printed and that’s it, but it’s not going to be an expensive party.”

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“I specifically very clearly put on the invitations “Please do not bring gifts”. We’re doing a Harry Potter-themed birthday party for her. Her name is Hazel Paige, so HP. I’m a big Harry Potter nerd, like it’s a whole thing. So for her birthday, on the invitation, I put like Hazy P is far from a house elf, so she needs no clothes. And then I said like she has more toys than Dudley Dursley on his birthday, or something like that.

Homegirl needs nothing. And then I said if you feel inclined to bring something, consider $5. Because we’re trying to remodel our backyard. We need to redo… Our backyard is a train wreck. Bring us five bucks to help us redo our backyard. That’s what we’re asking. But she does not need anything. And I am very picky. I don’t want you to buy s**t for my kids.”

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“Also, we’re not serving alcohol. I know it’s pretty normal to serve booze at kids birthday parties these days. Like, we did it our son’s first birthday party and second birthday party. We had a frickin’ taco bar and margaritas for our son’s 2nd birthday party. But we don’t drink. So we do that for other people. But it’s 9:30 in the morning. I’m not even going to buy champagne. I was like I might get a bottle of wine but no, I’m not… I’m not doing it. There will be juice.”

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“And I’m not doing cake. I’m not. It is, again, 9:30 in the morning. My son is a no-red-dye kid. I think he might have an allergy to it. I have a cousin who’s like a 30-year-old adult who has an allergy to red dye, he gets migraines and hives and s**t. Sorry, we were having some FOMO, but we’re not doing cakes. What I’m going to do is I’m gonna do like little coffee cakes and decorate them to look mandrakes because – Harry Potter. Yeah, that’s what we’re doing, because she’s not gonna remember it. She doesn’t need anything.”

You can view the full video here:

@rachonlife Cannot wait to celebrate HP’s first trip around the sun but I am not ready for her to grow up ❤️‍🩹 #rachonlife #firstbirthday #firstbirthdayparty #babybirthday ♬ original sound – rachel | mom stuff + lifestyle

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Despite what some folks think, most birthday traditions are just made up in the first place

It’s a bit surprising to see people so up in arms about this particular celebration, as the entire idea of birthday traditions are, by and large, made up. Yes, actually celebrating the fact that a person, particularly a child has lived an entire year is good and widespread, but the actual “details” of the celebration look different everywhere and aren’t exactly enshrined in law. Just as naming conventions are different from place to place, so are the ways we celebrate.

For example, in much of the western world, a kid’s 16th birthday is almost as important (and celebrated) as the 18th, while in some Hispanic nations, it’s the 15th birthday that takes precedence. This is not to say that there is anything wrong with it, indeed, creating positive traditions is a sort of human superpower.

As with so many other things in the western world, the birthday celebration, in a rough form, originated in ancient Rome. However, the way we celebrate them now, with cake and parties, has its origins in the territory of 18th century Germany. This is when one would invite other children to a birthday party, not just family and friends of the family, which, let’s face it, a four year old wouldn’t care about at all.

In many other cultures, specific birthdays are considered important, generally requiring a certain kind of party, ritual and with its own slew of traditions. Unfortunately, this often means the parents taking over the planning and, generally, steamrolling the wishes and desires of the child who is, ostensibly, the cause for celebration.

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Parent-inclusive birthday planning is a good thing

Instead, it should be a reminder to people that at the end of the day, birthdays are not some sacred ritual, but an excuse to celebrate and have fun. As Rachel mentions in this TikTok, a one-year-old will really not remember any of this. Some might ask why have a party at all, but why not? It’s just a nice excuse to socialize, have some food and just enjoy one’s time.

After all, particularly for new parents, one year with a baby is still a substantial amount of time, they deserve to throw themselves a little get together, even if it is in the same way as celebrating a one-year-olds birthday. This is why Rachel’s party-plan makes so much more sense, as it’s designed around the parents. Most parties boil down to being a free-for-all amongst the kids, with generally chaotic results for whoever is in charge of cleaning up afterwards.

While there was an outpouring of negative comments, the truth is that it’s actually quite considerate to plan a party that will in no way inconvenience the guests. Indeed, it’s downright strange for random internet commenters to have such strong opinions on a party they weren’t even invited to. Perhaps the actual guests can complain, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here.

Commenters had a lot to say

If your birthday falls on a major holiday, you know all too well that it’s never fun to have to compete for attention. People will always remember that it’s Christmas first and then add a timid, “Oh yeah, happy birthday!” As frustrating as this might be, at least there will always be other opportunities to enjoy a day that’s all about you, such as your wedding day.

Well, one parent recently shared on Reddit that not even their son’s wedding could be centered around the happy couple, because their 50th birthday bash was still the talk of the town. Below, you’ll find the full story that the parent posted, as well as replies readers shared and a conversation with Adnan Kastrat, LAC, from Modern Therapy! 

This parent threw a huge birthday bash about a week before their son’s wedding

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“It is essential for parents to support their children’s milestones without measuring them against their own experiences”

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To gain more insight into this situation, we reached out to Licensed Associate Counselor Adnan Kastrat, from Modern Therapy. Adnan was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and share his thoughts on whether or not it’s ever appropriate for parents to compare themselves to their children. 

“As parents, we all wish for our children to succeed. We strive to give them everything they need in order to live an even better life than we have,” the expert says. “Even when they grow into adults, somewhere in our hearts, we still see that same child. With this goal in mind, parents tend to compare their children either to themselves or others, intentionally or unintentionally.”

Adnan noted that comparing oneself to their children can often be problematic. “When we as people compare anything, we create certain expectations, often to an unrealistic level. These comparisons may then result in strained relationships. Parents and children have different life stages, experiences, and circumstances. Therefore, comparing them tends to not be fair nor is it productive,” he explained. “For instance, the parent’s comparison of their own milestone birthday celebration to their child’s wedding undoubtedly created tension and resentment.”

“While it is natural for parents to reflect on their own experiences, using them as a standard for their children’s achievements can be unfair,” Adnan shared. “In this case, the parent’s lavish birthday party inadvertently overshadowed the significance of their child’s wedding, leading to hurt feelings and conflict. It is essential for parents to support their children’s milestones without measuring them against their own experiences, allowing each individual event to be celebrated and cherished in its own right.”

“Constant comparison and overshadowing can make the child feel inadequate or as though their accomplishments are never good enough”

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We were also curious about the impact that it can have on a person when their parents often try to upstage them. “Nobody enjoys feeling less than or not as important as another person. When it comes to the relationship between parent and child, the intensity is even greater,” Adnan told Bored Panda.

“When parents consistently try to upstage their children, it can have a significant negative impact on the child’s self-esteem and confidence. Constant comparison and overshadowing can make the child feel inadequate or as though their accomplishments are never good enough,” the expert says. “This dynamic can create resentment, frustration, and even a sense of betrayal, as the child may feel that their parents are not truly supportive of their success.”

“Over time, this pattern can erode the child’s motivation and enthusiasm for pursuing their own goals, as they may come to believe that their efforts will always be overshadowed by their parents’ achievements. As a result, their own accomplishments may feel less meaningful or fulfilling, ultimately putting a damper on their sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives,” Adnan continued. “In this case, the parent’s persistent efforts to upstage their child’s wedding with their own extravagant birthday celebration clearly had a negative impact that have even led others to speak negatively toward their son’s wedding.”

The expert also shared some advice for how the mother and son can move past this situation, noting that communication, empathy and boundaries are key. “Mother and son should sit down and have an open, honest conversation about their feelings and perspectives,” Adnan says. “Mom should express understanding of their son’s disappointment and acknowledge unintentional hurt caused by the overshadowing of the wedding.”

“Building mutual respect, understanding, and communication will be essential for navigating future events and maintaining a positive and supportive family dynamic”

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“Mom can emphasize that while their intention was to celebrate their own milestone, they did not anticipate the extent to which it would overshadow the wedding. They can express regret for any negative impact their actions may have had on her son’s special day,” the counselor added. “Similarly, the son should try to understand the parent’s perspective and motivations behind wanting to celebrate their milestone birthday in a grand manner. This understanding can help bridge the gap in their perspectives and foster empathy between them.”

While Adnan says it’s understandable for both the son and daughter in law to feel hurt and disappointed, they cannot necessarily expect an apology from Mom, as she communicated her plans and concerns beforehand. “Instead, they could seek reconciliation through mutual understanding, empathy, and a commitment to improving communication and boundaries in the future,” he shared.

Finally, the expert says that, while this is certainly a stressful situation, it should not lead to the end of this mother and son’s relationship. “In addition to addressing the immediate conflict, both mom and son can use this situation as an opportunity to strengthen their relationship and establish healthier boundaries,” Adnan suggests. “They can discuss ways to celebrate each other’s milestones without inadvertently overshadowing or competing with one another. Building mutual respect, understanding, and communication will be essential for navigating future events and maintaining a positive and supportive family dynamic.”

We would love to hear your thoughts on this situation down below, pandas. Do you think this mom was in the wrong for upstaging her son’s wedding? Feel free to share, and then if you’re interested in reading another article from Bored Panda discussing family drama following a wedding, look no further than right here!

Readers had mixed opinions on the situation, as some sided with the parent while others thought they should have defended their son

If you’re a bibliophile who’s got a bookshelf that’s constantly overflowing, we’ve got the perfect list for you down below. We took a trip to this subreddit for book lovers and gathered some of their most satisfying pics down below. Enjoy scrolling through these photos that might encourage you to pick up a new novel today, and keep reading to find a conversion with Jennifer Lin of The Bibliofile!

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I love reading as much as the next person, but I have to admit that I don’t always get around to reading as many books as I would like to. I can usually manage between 6-10 in a year, but I know avid readers who zoom through that many stories in a month! Personally, I have found that being part of a book club has kept me accountable for my reading and forced me to have a book lined up at all times. 

But if you’re a bibliophile who spends all of your free time with your head in a book, this subreddit’s content is right up your alley. This online community, whose name we have to censor, notes that it’s “for all book lovers” and encourages members to share “high quality images of books.” The group has amassed over 179k members and is the perfect place to gather if you’re looking for recommendations, want to discuss your latest read or simply want to see satisfying photos of gorgeous books and libraries!

#4 My Little Bookstore In The Rain

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To learn more about the magic of reading, we reached out to Jennifer Lin, creator of The Bibliofile. Jennifer was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and share what she loves most about reading. “Reading is just a great way to be transported into the minds and ideas of other people, other places and other worlds,” she noted. “I think I read to understand the world around me.”

As far as what inspired her to create a book-based blog, Jennifer says, “I used to have a personal blog. I'd always end up with a lot of thoughts and opinions about the books I'd read, and I started posting about those books online a long, long time ago. At some point, that morphed into just a book blog since I don't like talking that much about myself anyway."

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We also asked Jennifer if she could share some of her favorite books with us. “For classics, Slaughterhouse Five is just so poignant and I've always loved Kurt Vonnegut's writing style,” she noted.

“For science fiction, Good Omens is a cult classic that is hilarious and entertaining and just a fantastic book,” Jennifer says. “For contemporary fiction, The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood tells a nested story that I fell in love with when I read it."

#10 I Finished My First Book Nook!

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#11 My Reading Nook

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#12 Loved This Author’s Warning

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If you’re one of those people who loves reading but can’t ever seem to find the time, Jennifer recommends making time for books. “Or listen to audiobooks,” she noted. (Personally, this is my favorite method, as I can listen to them while I’m walking or riding on the bus without getting nauseous.)

#13 The South Library In The Athenaeum, Waterloo Place, London

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#14 Some Collector’s Editions Are Worth It

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#15 A French Edition Of Farenheit 451

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“Also, if you're ever in a reading slump, there's nothing wrong with diving into a quick page-turner,” Jennifer says. “I sometimes think people feel pressured to read thick, heavy, serious novels in order to be a ‘real’ reader or if they don't have a ton of time to read.”

“But that can burn you out on reading pretty quickly if that's all you read,” she noted. “There's nothing wrong with reading something fast and entertaining that you can polish off in a couple of hours to help renew your enthusiasm for books.”

If you’d like to hear more book recommendations from Jennifer, be sure to check out The Bibliofile!

#16 Full Wall Library

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#17 Estate Sale Haul

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#18 I Finally Got All My Books Unpacked. I’m So Pleased

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According to WordsRated, the average American works their way through about 12.6 books per year, including ones that they’ve started but haven’t finished yet. When it comes to fully-read books, however, Americans tend to get through only 5 each year. In fact, over half of the population hasn’t even read one book in the last 12 months. It’s also not surprising that older generations tend to read more than their younger counterparts, with Boomers completing an average of 9.54 per year, and Gen Z finishing only 3.52 books.  

#19 This Is Admont Abbey. It’s In Adamont At A Monastery. This Is Their Library

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#20 A Small Used-Book Store In LA. The Owner Will Offer You Espresso. Support Your Local Bookstores!

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#21 The Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire Book Series Spine Covers

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While it’s often challenging to find the time to read, being reminded of the benefits of reading can be a great incentive to get started today. According to the Markham Public Library, reading is a great way to pass the time because it exercises our brains. It’s a little more work than scrolling through TikTok and Instagram, and it’s better for our brains than simply staring at screens. Reading can also improve our concentration and focus, as it requires us to be present.  

#22 He Has Been Selling Used Books In Morocco For 45 Years. Everyone Who Passed Through His Library Saw Him Drowning In His Magical World

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#23 “Women Only Want One Thing, And It’s The Complete Clothbound Classics Penguin Collection“

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#24 122 Year Old Complete Set Of Edgar Allan Poe I Snagged Yesterday At A Used Book Store

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Reading can also improve your quality of sleep. It’s physically relaxing, and when part of a nighttime routine, it can signal to your body that it’s time to unwind and get ready for bed. It’s also a wonderful alternative to screen time, which we all know can cause us to have trouble falling asleep. Now, you may not want to read a thriller or horror novel before bedtime, but choosing a relaxing book that won’t raise your heart rate can make it even easier to get your beauty sleep.

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#26 A Collection Of Folio Society Ancient Civilisations

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#27 This Book Arch At My Local Indie Bookstore

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We hope you’re enjoying these photos of books and libraries, pandas! There’s nothing that inspires me more to crack open my next book than these beautiful pics. Keep upvoting the ones you find most satisfying, and let us know in the comments below what you’re reading right now. Then, if you’re interested in checking out another Bored Panda article geared towards bookworms, we recommend reading this piece next!  

#28 Stylized Cover With Gilded Pages Seems Especially Appropriate For Gatsby

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#29 Neighborhood Just Built A Littlelibrary... Volunteered To Host It In Our Front Yard And We Are So Excited About It!

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#30 J.K. Rowling Harry Potter Series, 20th Anniversary Edition From Sweden

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#31 My Barnes And Noble Leatherbound Classics

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#32 Secondhand Bookstores Are My Happy Place

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#33 Finally Finished My Library And Unpacked My Books. Eventually I’ll Do The Other Side Of The Room. I Really Love How It Turned Out

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#34 I Covet Fancy Books

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#35 I Was Rearranging My Old Paper Backs The Other Day And Noticed The Beautiful Colors Of The Paper

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#36 I Made A Ring Out Of Old Skateboards To Keep My Book Open

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#37 1977 LOTR Books My Dad Gave Me Years Ago. I’ve Always Liked The Cover Art

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#38 My Copy Of Dante’s Inferno

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#39 My Granny Used To Own An Antiques Shop, She Couldn’t Bear To Sell These Books. Most Are From One Person And Mainly Made 1860-1910, I Think The Oldest One It’s Around 1830

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#40 Who Loves Decorative Page Edges? I Have Quite A Fascination With Sprayed Edges And It Seems To Be A Trendy Thing These Days

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#41 In The Middle Of Unpacking Most Of My Library For The New Office Setup. 1481 To 2005, And Still Lots To Catalog. Thought I'd Share A Near Finished View

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#42 Book Fair Near Me Sells Second Hand Books Per Weight

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#43 My Local Bookstore. My Happy Place

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#44 Bookcase With A Putnam Rolling Ladder In Our Bedroom. My Wife And I Moved 4 Years Ago And My Goal Is To Fill It Entirely With Books Before The House Is Paid Off

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#45 Abandoned House I Came Across - Felt Weird Taking Any Home

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#46 I Work At B&N And I Was Really Satisfied After I Sorted The Civil War Bay Of The US History Section. (It Took Me 2 Hours! It Was An Absolute Disaster Before)

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#47 I Just Finished Setting Up My New Bookshelf, And Juniper Jackets!

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#48 Crystallised Mineralogy Book

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#49 Spent All Day Rearranging My Books

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#50 Clever Cover Of Nineteen Eighty-Four – The Title Can Only Be Read From Certain Angles

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Staying at a hotel seems like it should be a pretty standardized experience, most travelers know that it’s anything but. At the same time, hotels, motels and hostels are all places that seem outside of space and time, where there are just other rules and norms. So it can be nice and entertaining to see that others have had similar thoughts in the past. 

We’ve gathered some of the best and most relatable posts on X about people’s experiences staying at hotels. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your own thoughts and stories in the comments section below. 

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If you are currently at a hotel, this might ruin the experience a bit, but once you imagine the sheer volume of people who have most likely stayed in the room you are in, it can get a little bit nauseating. After all, even if the staff have the best intentions, can you really trust that they reliably clean it out every single day?

This is perhaps why so many travel bloggers actually spend a good amount of time recommending specific hotels and giving their best tips. These are huge machines behind the scenes, with so many people coming and going. 

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However, just like that other staple of travel, the airport, hotels have their own, very specific vibe. Many social norms are out the window, the dress code barely exists and eating options can range from the preferences of an eight-year-old in the candy aisle to some pretty disappointing “real” meals. 

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Despite this fact, the main experience most of us have is a feeling of vague disappointment and a few visuals and smells that we would prefer to never learn more about. And that is ok, in many cases, going to a hotel is something we do because we need to sleep between activities while on vacation. It might not seem like much at first glance, but a meal and a warm room to sleep in goes a long way. 

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Astronomers and scientists are waiting with bated breath to find out whether observations from Planet K2-18b can confirm the theory of alien life on the exoplanet.

Twice as big as Earth and 120 light-years away, Planet K2-18b was recently found to possibly have life-supporting evidence, and today, on April 26, the James Webb Space Telescope will be on a mission to garner hours of observations to confirm whether a compound “only produced by life” is in the atmosphere of the exoplanet.

Exoplanets are planets that orbit stars outside our solar system. Space agencies have long been trying to venture on and find signs of life beyond our solar system.

Astronomers and scientists are waiting for results from hours of observation made by the James Webb Space Telescope on Friday, April 26

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Much excitement was created last year after scientists detected a molecule called dimethyl sulfide (DMS) in the atmosphere of Planet K2-18b. DMS is a biosignature gas here on Earth, and most of it on our planet is emitted from phytoplankton in marine environments. Hence, detecting the presence of DMS in Planet K2-18b’s atmosphere sent shockwaves through the field, as it hinted at the possibility of similar marine life on the exoplanet.

The observations collected on April 26 from the James Webb Space Telescope will hopefully confirm the presence of DMS in the exoplanet’s atmosphere, according to the Daily Mail. However, it would take several months for the results to be processed, authenticated, and published before scientists can announce any possible (good or bad) news to the world.

The findings are expected to confirm the presence of dimethyl sulfide (DMS) in the atmosphere of Planet K2-18b

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In addition to the detection of DMS, the presence of carbon-bearing molecules also created excitement last year around Planet K2-18b.

Nikku Madhusudhan, an astronomer at the University of Cambridge, also announced last year that he and his team, using the James Webb Space Telescope, found the presence of carbon-bearing molecules, including methane and carbon dioxide, on the very same exoplanet. These suggested K2-18b could be a hycean exoplanet “with the potential to possess a hydrogen-rich atmosphere and a water ocean-covered surface,” according to a NASA statement released last September.

Results from the James Webb Space Telescope will need months of processing before any confirmation can be made

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“Our findings underscore the importance of considering diverse habitable environments in the search for life elsewhere,” Nikku explained in the same statement. “Traditionally, the search for life on exoplanets has focused primarily on smaller rocky planets, but the larger Hycean worlds are significantly more conducive to atmospheric observations.”

The team announced last year that they would continue further research to confirm and validate their theories.

“Our ultimate goal is the identification of life on a habitable exoplanet, which would transform our understanding of our place in the universe,” Nikku said at the time. “Our findings are a promising step towards a deeper understanding of Hycean worlds in this quest.”

A white student who allegedly called a substitute teacher the N-word racist slur ended up in a physical altercation that left him seemingly knocked out, prompting a police arrest and the termination of the school staff member.

27-year-old Re’Kwon Smith was arrested by The Clark County School District (CCSD) Police Department on Thursday (April 25) after engaging in a fist fight with the alleged racist student at Valley High School in Las Vegas, USA.

Sources told local outlet News 3 that the brawl started at around 9:30 a.m. when a verbal argument escalated between Smith and the teenager, who was accused of using racial slurs towards Smith.

The alleged discriminatory insult provoked Smith to react by punching the teen, who has not been named, and starting the fist fight, according to CCSD sources.

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There have since been a few clips of the incident emerging online, with one showcasing Smith swinging and hitting the student to the ground. 

Other videos taken from different angles have shown the boy actively engaging in the altercation, throwing punches back and forth.

On the popular Vegas.bartender Instagram account, notable for sharing viral content from the region, a video was shared that showed a close-up of the confrontation and the moment the student was knocked out.

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An Instagram user who claims to attend Valley High School told his side of the story, commenting: “This is my school and it literally just happened today. 

“There’s a lot of words and rumor going around but I’ll sum it up the best I can.

“According to my weightlifting coach (a friend and co-worker of Coach Smith) the student exited the gym through the side door which prompted Coach Smith to go after him in the hallway. 

“However, and this is what everyone is saying, the student called the coach the Hard R which led to the altercation.

“Wasn’t too sure what happened with both, but from what I’ve heard the kid was in handcuffs.”

Various online videos depicted the altercation, including one where the student was knocked to the ground

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In videos, as the student continued to lie on the ground, Smith was filmed stepping to the side and saying, “You lost your mind, boy.”

The student reportedly replied, “You’re going to jail,” and he included a racial slur.

Other parts of certain clips revealed nearby students attempting to help the knocked-out teen up to his feet as a whistle started to blow in the background and a Campus Security Monitor in a red shirt and hat appeared. 

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The CCSD has since released a statement, which read: “CCSD does not tolerate violence of any kind. 

“Violence in any form is unacceptable and goes against the fundamental principles of education and respect. 

“Any altercation between a teacher and a student is thoroughly investigated, and appropriate disciplinary action is taken.”

A student alleged the fight began when the student used a racial slur toward the staff member

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A letter to Valley High School families confirmed the altercation, stating that they “are aware of an altercation involving a staff member and a student,” as per News 3.

“The information is preliminary, however, please know that CCSDPD is investigating the matter. Once we have information to share we will be sure to update our community,” the statement further noted.

The police reportedly booked Smith into the Clark County Detention Center on charges related to battery with substantial bodily harm and disturbance of school.

Moreover, CCSD reportedly said Smith was a substitute assigned to Valley High School and has been employed by the District since November 2023. 

He will consequently be removed from CCSD’s substitute pool, and he is no longer eligible to serve as a substitute in the District.

The incident left people divided on social media

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Andrew Tate, notable for making controversial statements, exceeded his reputation’s expectations after claiming that being intimate with women defined a man’s queer sexual identity. 

Taking to his X page (formerly known as Twitter) on Wednesday (April 24), Andrew wrote: “Sex is for making children.

“Any man who has sex with women because it ‘feels good’ is gay.

“Oh my pee pee feels good this is great!

“In fact if you are 40 with less than five children you’re probably gay.

“All that feel-good pee pee sex and hardly any genetic legacy?”

Andrew Tate stirred controversy by suggesting that men who have sex with women solely for pleasure are essentially gay

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Naturally, social media users have since had a field day with this one, with a person commenting on X: “I miss the business, fitness, motivation, Tate. This whole breeding obsession is just f*****g weird.”

An X user asked: “Didn’t you talk dirty to men online for money? That’s pretty gay.”

Someone else penned: “Remind me how many kids you have again, sweetie?”

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The 37-year-old former kickboxer has claimed in the past that he does have children, never giving a specific number, but he stated nonetheless that he had a “double-digit” number of kids, The Sun reported last year.

As of November 2023, no woman has come forward to say she’s had a child with him.

Andrew’s questionable X statement might be one big joke after all, as a commenter noted: “The fact some people take posts like this dead *ss seriously and clutch pearls over them for days on end is precisely why they’re amusing,” to which the businessman replied with two crying laughing emojis.

Andrew’s claim of having a “double-digit” number of children remains unverified

Sex is for making children.

Any man who has sex with women because it “feels good” is gay.

Oh my pee pee feels good this is great!

In fact if you are 40 with less than 5 children you’re probably gay.

All that feel-good pee pee sex and hardly any genetic legacy?

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Another person quipped: “I am 55 and I only have two children, is it too late for me?” Andrew answered: “NEVER!”

In an episode on Patrick Bet-David’s podcast in June 2023, the Big Brother alum said: “I have nothing against gay people. 

“I don’t care and that’s actually another point I want to make into about this thing. 

“I think most people don’t care and I think that bothers them.”

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Bored Panda has contacted Andrew’s representative for comment.

Last month, Andrew and his brother, Tristan, were detained in Romania over rape allegations dating back to 2012-2015.

Romanian authorities detained the Tate brothers for 24 hours following the issuance of arrest warrants by the UK.

Naturally, social media users have since had a field day with Andrew’s claims

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A Romanian court subsequently approved a request from the UK to extradite the siblings but said it would postpone the extradition until his criminal trial in Romania had come to an end, Al Jazeera reported.

“We are innocent men, we are very innocent men, and in time, everyone is going to see that, and we are very excited to finish this judicial process and clear our names,” Andrew reportedly said as he was released from police custody.

The case has since been with the Bucharest court’s preliminary chamber, which needs to decide whether the trial can start. A decision has yet to be made, with Romanian courts backlogged, Al Jazeera reported

Andrew’s X post continued to fuel mixed reactions on social media

Emily Westerfield has given birth to 10 healthy babies, including two sets of twins, in the past 13 years. Now, she’s pregnant with baby No. 11, a girl, due this July.

Three of those babies were her biological children: Mckenna, 13, Jack, 11, and Charlie, 10, whom she shares with her husband, Max.

The 37-year-old mom has acted as a gestational carrier for many parents who otherwise wouldn’t have been able to complete their families.

“I am so proud to be able to do this for other people. I know my time is very limited as we’re getting closer and closer to how many people I’m able to help, but still, I’m young enough, and I’m healthy enough to be able to do so,” Westerfield told Today.

“I’m probably the unicorn in this industry,” the woman, who is currently 28 weeks pregnant, said.

Emily Westerfield, who has acted as a gestational carrier for many parents, is currently pregnant with baby No. 11

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Would she carry another child after baby No. 11 is born? “In a heartbeat.”

The first family that the surrogacy “unicorn” offered to help was actually her own extended family. In 2010, Westerfield offered to carry her husband’s cousin’s embryo after she kept having “loss after loss” due to secondary infertility.

Secondary infertility is when someone who has previously given birth is unable to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term, according to the Cleveland Clinic. It’s just as common as primary infertility, affecting about 11% of couples in the United States.

Feeling “guilty” about being able to conceive all of her children with ease, Westerfield offered to serve as her cousin’s surrogate. However, the couple declined because “they did not feel that surrogacy was the path that they wanted to take.”

“I’m probably the unicorn in this industry,” the woman, who is currently 28 weeks pregnant, said

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Still, the resident of Celina, Ohio, knew there were other families who had been waiting to hear that proposal for years.

“I knew that there were probably so many other people in the world who needed help in a very similar way. Maybe I could help.”

In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate (or carrier of the pregnancy) isn’t genetically related to the fetus because they didn’t provide the egg used for fertilization. In most cases, at least one parent is genetically related to the child, but the surrogate isn’t.

The embryo is created through IVF (in vitro fertilization) using the eggs and sperm of the intended parents (or donors). Then, it’s transferred to the surrogate, who carries the pregnancy. 

Westerfield delivered healthy babies in 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022

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Her husband wasn’t initially on board with the idea. While pregnant with her eldest child, Charlie, she brought up to him the possibility of becoming a gestational carrier. And then she spoke about it again and again.

“I was shot down by him so many times,” Westerfield explained. “The more and more I shared to educate him, I think the more and more he felt comfortable with it. Or he just got sick of me nagging.”

After Charlie was born, the mom joined an online forum that no longer exists, which she describes as “almost like a Craiglists of everybody in the infertility community.” 

“I created a profile and just put myself out there. I was overwhelmed with the response and just inundated with emails and queries. 

“The more and more that I got into this, the more I realized there’s so many more people out there that need the help than the people that are willing to help.”

Deciding who to help wasn’t easy; for every couple that she helped, there would be another that would be left waiting to have a baby. Ultimately, Westerfield settled on one family that lived three hours away from her house.

In 2015, she delivered the couple’s third child, a girl. “That’s when everything started.”

Telling them the news “was so emotionally overwhelming and exciting and nerve-wracking, all at the same time,” Westerfield shared.

“I get attached like a loving aunt,” said the mother, whose goal is to help intended parents start, build, or complete their families

 

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“I noticed that as soon as I had the first one, I wanted to do this again. It was almost just like, ‘Now who else can I help?'”

She delivered healthy babies in 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022, as per Today, all after “wonderful pregnancies.”

Despite the belief that parting with babies after carrying them for nine months is emotionally difficult, Westerfield says it’s not actually the case.

“I get attached like a loving aunt.” After learning about a couple’s struggles to start, build, or complete their families, “you want to hand that baby over when you get to the end of this.”

Her “aunt” duties include occasionally staying in touch with the parents via social media and sending birthday gifts to the children she carried.

She also has three biological children of her own: Mckenna, 13, Jack, 11, and Charlie, 10

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In August 2023, the 37-year-old started her own surrogacy agency, Carrying Dreams.

“Specializing in surrogacy and egg donation, our focus is on spreading joy, love, education, and resources. We work globally with intended parents and connect them with surrogates and egg donors in the United States, guiding them through every step of this beautiful journey.”

After her July delivery, Westerfield is determined to persist in assisting intended parents to grow their families.

“I’ll continue to help as long as my body and my family allows me to.”

“She is an angel for helping others,” someone commented

Pictures of what appeared to be ants or spiders crawling on the surface of Mars created quite a buzz on social media. But the European Space Agency (ESA), which shared the images online, clarified what they actually are.

The recently shared images offered viewers a glance at the Martian landscape and showed “spiders” scattered across the southern polar region of Mars.

ESA said their Mars Express captured the images of the “spiders” and explained that they are actually not creepy crawlies of any kind, but they are caused by carbon dioxide deposits.

The European Space Agency (ESA) shared images of what appeared to be hundreds of spiders crawling across the surface of Mars

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The presence of these “spiders” is unlike anything observed on Earth.

During the winter months on Mars, carbon dioxide ice accumulates and forms a thin, icy layer on the landscape. Then, when springtime arrives, the sunlight penetrates through the icy layer and triggers a transformation that leaves the surface looking like it has spiders scuttling across the ground.

This phenomenon is one that has not been observed on Earth

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“Rather than being actual spiders, these small, dark features form when spring sunshine falls on layers of carbon dioxide deposited over the dark winter months,” ESA explained in a statement. “The sunlight causes carbon dioxide ice at the bottom of the layer to turn into gas, which subsequently builds up and breaks through slabs of overlying ice.

“The gas bursts free in martian springtime, dragging dark material up to the surface as it goes and shattering layers of ice up to a metre thick,” the space agency explained.

Numerous space agencies have been working for years to unravel the mysteries of life on Mars

 

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The gas, mixed with dark dust, erupts from beneath the icy surface and spews out through cracks in the form of tall fountains or geysers. They then descend down and settle on the ground, forming the dark spider-shaped spots.

The images recently shared by ESA captured the dark spots on the outskirts of a part of Mars nicknamed “Inca City,” named because of its resemblance to the Inca Ruins on Earth.

Céline Dion revealed the “egg-sized” injury she suffered from wearing her massive wedding tiara that made her tell her husband, “It’s too late now, we’re married,” reflecting on some of her most memorable looks.

The Queen of Power Ballads appeared in Vogue’s Life in Looks series on Wednesday (April 24), breaking down 13 of some of her most iconic looks from 1991 up until now.

Among her very first looks, Céline was presented with a photograph from December 17, 1994, taken on her wedding day with her late husband, René Angélil. 

“I still feel his presence so much,” the 56-year-old music star said after looking at the touching picture. “He brought the best of me.”

It wasn’t long before the Québecoise commented on her famous 2,000 Swarovski crystals-covered tiara, which she explained had been sewn into her hair.

Céline Dion reflected on her wedding tiara injury and memorable looks in Vogue‘s Life in Looks series

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“I can manage the weight,” Céline Dion recalled, stressing that “when you’re so happy, there’s no weight, there’s no problem, there’s no pain.”

The My Heart Will Go On hitmaker went on to explain that upon arrival at the cathedral, where she was due to tie the knot with René, she quickly realized that the floor wasn’t wooden but carpet.

“I had an immediate facelift,” Céline hilariously said, as she couldn’t move as smoothly as on other surfaces, adding: “And it’s like, ‘Am I going to make it? Am I going to make it to my future husband?’ But like I said, ‘Oh, I’m Gonna Run to You.’ I did.”

When it was time to remove her lavish headpiece, the Grammy winner noticed that she had been injured.

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She recalled: “When we removed the tiara, I had a cut because the pressure was too much.

“The next day, I wake up I look at myself in the mirror, I have the size of an egg in the middle of my forehead.

“It’s so huge that it makes my eyes [go cross-eyed].”

Céline ended up going to a doctor, who then prescribed her antibiotics that she had to take for three weeks. 

Céline Dion recounted requiring medical attention and a three-week course of antibiotics after her tiara injury

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Nevertheless, the songstress emphasized that she wouldn’t change a single thing that happened, as it was one of the happiest moments of her life.

She said: “This is a moment that will be with me for the rest of my life.”

YouTube users praised her, as a person commented: “It feels like you are literally sitting with her on the table and she’s telling you stories. 

“I love her personality so much. She’s everything really.”

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Someone else wrote: “She looks so much healthier now. I’m happy for her, she deserves the best.”

A separate individual chimed in: “It’s the way she smiles as soon as she sees it’s a photo of her and René’s wedding.”

Renée passed away in 2016 at the age of 73 after multiple cancer diagnoses, including a 2014 relapse of the disease that caused Céline to postpone her previous commitments. 

The couple had three children together: René-Charles, 23, and 13-year-old twins, Nelson and Eddy.

“When you’re so happy, there’s no weight, there’s no problem, there’s no pain,” she said fondly of her wedding to René Angélil

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The manager was also a father to Anne-Marie, Patrick, and Jean-Pierre, his children from previous marriages, as per People.

While describing some other emblematic looks, Céline turned the page to her 1998 70th Academy Awards Michael Kors turtleneck gown.

At the time, the movie ​​Titanic had taken home the Oscar for the singer’s megahit My Heart Will Go On.

Before discussing her dress, Céline recalled: “There’s a big story about this picture because James Cameron, the director of the movie, did not want any song.

“He said, ‘My movie is great enough, I don’t need any songs.'”

Furthermore, Céline didn’t even want to perform the song at first, yet she proceeded to record a demo after René made the suggestion. 

“I know that when I get into a studio and I hear music, I get into a character and I even sell it to myself,” she explained. 

At another point in the video, Céline analyzed her 2003 VH1 Diva Duets bright pink Jean-Paul Gaultier gown.

“I don’t want to sound pretentious but I think I look good,” the performer, who, at the time, surprised the audience with short blond hair, said.

Céline revealed that during the VH1 show, nobody had told her that she had to walk on a ramp tilting forward, saying: “I was holding onto my toenails, trust me.”

“But I loved that look,” she added. “I don’t know if it’s the color, but I love it.”

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Most people would likely agree that the feeling of great annoyance—often over relatively minor things—is quite universal; people don’t need to speak the same language or be from the same area to know just how aggravating a sock sliding halfway off in a shoe can be.

Similar annoying occurrences are often depicted on the ‘Mildly Infuriating’ subreddit, which currently boasts over 7.4 million members from all over the place. For many of them, the sub is a source of comfort that they’re not alone in being annoyed by the daily inconveniences in life, and if you’re curious to see what said inconveniences entail, scroll down to find some examples on the list below; but do it at your own risk, as they might leave you mildly infuriated, too.

Below you will also find Bored Panda’s interview with Emeritus Professor of Psychology Joseph Hellige, who was kind enough to answer a few of our questions about why we find certain things mildly infuriating.

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Sometimes it doesn’t take much for us to become annoyed, or say, mildly infuriated; something as simple as uneven or unmatching items or gaps in places they shouldn’t be can make us noticeably irritated. The answer to why that happens seemingly lies in the way our brain is wired.

“In said examples, networks in the anterior cingulate cortex and connected regions activate when our expectations are violated, when we see or experience something different from what we expect,” Emeritus Professor of Psychology Joseph Hellige explained. “As simple as a gap when we didn’t expect one and as complicated as an insult when we expected praise. Registering a deviation from expectation is largely automatic.”

#4 That's Probably The Most Infuriating Thing About The Tape

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#5 Oh, Come On. Mildly Infuriating Indeed

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Prof. Hellige continued to explain that whether we find certain things or occurrences annoying or pleasurable depends on numerous different brain networks. “For example, the insular cortex is activated when we experience something physically unpleasant, like biting into rancid meat, or psychologically unpleasant, like overhearing someone criticize us.”

According to the expert, the seemingly minor annoyances vary from person to person based on context and life experience. “One person’s annoyance can even be another’s pleasure. The dissonance in Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring might grate on my nerves but be beautiful to a more trained mind.”

#6 New Sports Bra Comes With Over 20 Tags Sewn In. It Takes Surgical Precision To Remove Them Without Damaging The Bra

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#7 This Makes Me Unreasonably Mad Every Time I Walk By

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#8 Wore These "Waterproof" Hiking Boots For 30 Minutes In The Rain. Now I Have To Walk Home

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Dr. Hellige explained that the level of how strongly a person feels about certain annoyances relates to relative levels of activation among brain areas, including those in the limbic system and prefrontal cortex. 

“The level of irritation also tends to increase when a person already feels stressed or is overly tired. Parents know this well; the never-ending questions from our three-year-old are a pleasure when we’re well-rested and unhurried, but after two nights of little sleep with a work project overdue, the same behavior becomes irritating.”

#9 Nothing Worse Than Rock-Hard Butter, Thin White Bread, And A Whole Lot Of Hunger

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#10 My Alarm Clock Likes To Randomly Change Its Brightness To Match The Surface Of The Sun. This Thing Is Unreasonably Bright (Not Edited, This Thing Lights Up The Entire Room)

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#11 For The 1000th Time, I Made The Mistake Of Touching My Ice Cream Sandwich

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Since no one is immune to annoyances and infuriating things, arguably the only thing we can do is try to manage our emotions. Dr. Hellige suggested that first and foremost, it’s important to try and be well-rested and maintain low levels of stress. “Easy to say, hard to do,” he added.

“Try to keep things in perspective,” the professor of psychology continued. “Very few things are actually matters of life and death, but we have inherited some brain regions that aren’t so good at telling the difference. Fortunately, other regions, like our prefrontal cortex, work to slow us down, be reflective, and moderate the effects of some of those other regions. Take a deep breath, and let your prefrontal cortex do its work.”

#12 It Finally Happened. I Was Prompted To Tip At The Airport Self-Checkout Station

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#13 Spent 3 Hours On This Puzzle For This. I Swear I've Triple-Checked, All The Other Pieces Are In The Right Spot

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#14 They're The Same Number

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The reason it’s important to try and manage our reaction to infuriating things—no matter how big or small—is because they often entail stress, which can accumulate and result in detrimental effects to our well-being.

“Beyond an optimal level of alertness, adding stress takes a toll on our judgment as well as things like blood pressure and heart health more generally,” Dr. Hellige pointed out. “There is no way to avoid all annoyances; nor would we survive long if we weren’t responsive to genuine threats. But, there are well-documented negative consequences of chronic stress. And, whether we realize it or not, constant annoyances over insignificant things add up.”

#15 Taste The Feeling (Frustration)

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#16 This Typo Caused Me To Fail The Entire Assignment

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#17 It’s Getting Out Of Hand. Asked To Tip For An Online Purchase, When I Put $0, It Redirected Me To This

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Luckily, the pictures of mildly infuriating things are arguably not as stressful or annoying as having to deal with such things in real life. So if you feel like they don’t affect you or you know that you can manage your emotions, continue to our previous collections of mildly infuriating things here and here and see what other things might make fellow netizens somewhat infuriated.

#18 There’s No Way Anyone Believes This Is An Efficient Way To Display Drinks. Had To Open 5 Doors Until I Found What I Wanted

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#19 So Close

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#20 All Of My Bananas Unpeeled Themselves As I Slept Last Night. I’ve Never Seen This Happen Before

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#21 Wrong End Of The Fork Fell Into The Bowl. Not The End Of The World, But Certainly Mildly Infuriating

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#22 This Is Why I Hate Paper Straws

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#23 Printer Pulled This Nonsense Right Before Alerting Me It Was Low On Ink

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#24 First Time Wearing These Weatherproof Steel-Toe Boots. Two Hours Into My Shift, The Leather Has Already Completely Cracked

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#25 When Converse Shoes Do This. I Hate When The Tongue Doesn't Stay Centered

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#26 My Wife Is Grocery Shopping For Thanksgiving, And There's Only One Cashier Open

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#27 Why Does This Always Happen?

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#28 The Way The Plastic Film Doesn’t Come Off Of The Fridge Handles. Been Like This For 3 Years

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#29 ATM At Grand Central Ate My Debit Card

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#30 Explaining Silent "K" To A 2-Year-Old Is Needlessly Annoying

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#31 The Way These Canvases Were Hung Up In The Bathroom Of My Local Sushi Restaurant

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#32 I’m 28

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#33 Waited Two Months For A Doctor's Appointment, Left An Hour Early

I called and said I'd be 30 minutes late. They said, "Sucks to be you, if you want to reschedule the next availability is February".

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#34 This Happens To Me Every Time

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#35 I Got A Free Printer From Somebody Moving, Turns Out The Ink In It Can't Be Used Without A Subscription

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#36 You Are Given 0 Time To Interpret This Sign And All Of Its Arrows

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#37 The Security Tag In This Book Didn’t Come Off Cleanly

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#38 The Giant Hole(S) In My Loaf Of Bread. We Pay $8 For This Specialty Allergy-Free Bread, And Half Of It Is Unusable For Sandwiches. I Had To Laugh

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#39 When You Take A Pregnancy Test And Get No Result

My husband and I are dying to find out. So, I took a test, and I did not get "pregnant" or "not pregnant". I literally got NO results. A defective test - it's really frustrating. Trying a different brand test tomorrow morning.

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#40 I've Been Stuck Here Waiting For The Train To Move For The Last 40 Minutes

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#41 Brand New Shoes With Their Own Shoelaces

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#42 The Sizes For My Uniform At Work

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#43 All The Icing On My Donut Stuck To The Bag

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#44 Our Food Processor Is Battery-Powered, But The Battery Only Lasts For 2 Minutes, And I Can't Use It While It's Charging

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#45 Wanted To Use My Nintendo eShop Card, But Peeled Off The Code With The Sticker

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#46 I Had Been Wearing My AirPods For The Exact Same Amount Of Time. Granted, They Are Around A Year Old, But Still, Why?

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#47 When Our Plates Chip, It’s Always In The Same Way And Size

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#48 After Finishing My DIY LED Cloud Lights, Part Of The Strip Just Happens To Change To A Different Color

The only way to fix this is by taking all of the polyester fiber down and restringing a new set of lights that aren’t faulty.

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#49 This Roll Of Toilet Paper That Gets Thinner And Thinner As You Unwind It

I started to rapidly unspool it to see how far it went on like that because I figured it couldn’t be far. Still searching for the end of it.

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#50 No Soup For Me, I Guess

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#51 The "Medium" Sized T-Shirt I Got My Husband For Christmas With An Actual Medium Shirt On Top. There Are Slight Size Differences, And Then There Is This

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#52 Why Do Baguettes Always Have The Top On The Show? Makes The End Go Hard And Dry

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#53 That Was Only Wine Opener As Well

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#54 Why Would You Put The Sticker Inside Of The Bowl?

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#55 This Is What Wearing Cheap “Blue Swede Shoes” In The Rain Gets You

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#56 Comes Off Every Time I Use It. Every. Single. Time

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#57 Bought Three Thermometers To Check The Temperature In My House. All Of Them Showed Different Numbers

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#58 My Shark Shuts Off Every Time I Put It In This Room. Only In This Room

This room only has one door stop and it hits it every single time it's placed to clean in there while other rooms have several of the same stoppers and it has yet to happen anywhere else.

The Shark just kinda bounces around randomly so... What the heck?

Why does it even have this poorly placed switch when hitting any of the buttons on top will make it stop immediately?

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#59 There’s No Hole To Relieve The Suction/Pressure In My Water Bottle, So I've To Stop Drinking Every Two Seconds. And Every Time I Stop Drinking It Makes Noise

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#60 It Took 14 “Orange Juice” Oranges To Get This Amount

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Even though majestic, nature can be scary at times. Therefore, it’s important to be careful and aware of the potential dangers one might face, especially when stepping foot in the wilderness. After all, the chances of getting attacked by a bear are slim, but never zero. 

Unfortunately, for this group of campers, this innocent meme almost became a reality when, during their hike, they came face-to-face with a grizzly. Normally, this wouldn’t be an issue for them, but a new person in the group suddenly made matters much worse after she started screaming and running away from it. Such behavior not only endangered everyone’s lives but also uninvited her from any upcoming camping trip. 

Even though majestic, nature can be dangerous at times

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However, this woman completely ignored it, endangering her friends

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Around 40 people are attacked by bears each year in North America, with 5 of them being fatal

Fortunately, the chance of encountering a bear, at least in the US, is relatively low. That said, their immense size, strength, and occasionally unpredictable behavior can pose significant risks, especially when venturing into their natural habitats. According to Gitnux data, around 40 people are attacked by them each year in North America, with approximately 5 of them being fatal. 

One of the most common mistakes people make when visiting bear territories is setting up camps in the wrong spot. It’s usually unsafe to stay close to the same trails and roads these animals use. So before choosing a spot to dwell in, the campers should check the area for any bear activity like their tracks, droppings, rubbed and claw-marked trees, berry bushes, or torn apart rotting stumps and logs (they enjoy looking for yummy treats). It’s also advised to camp in open areas, away from any cover for bears. 

Another rookie oversight is leaving food in tents or near them. These animals have a sensitive sense of smell—2100 times better than humans and 7 times better than bloodhounds and won’t pass up an opportunity to have an easy meal. When they learn that they can find yummy snacks in tents, they will start associating humans with a source of sustenance. Therefore, any edible items should be stored away from the shelter, ideally in a bear-proof box or a vehicle, so campers have more time to evacuate when a bear comes looking for a midnight pick-me-up. 

An additional wrongdoing is being too quiet. People should make a lot of noise while hiking, sing loudly, or clap their hands frequently to give plenty of time for the bear to avoid them. It’s also advised to hike in groups of three people, as they are usually noisier and smellier than a single individual. This can help the animals sense them from a greater distance.  Meanwhile, their size appears more intimidating to them. Thankfully, these animals are usually afraid of humans and just want to be on their merry way. The tips above should help campers steer clear of the majestic creatures instead of coming face-to-face with them. 

When an encounter does happen, it’s best to remain calm and collected

When an encounter does happen, it’s best to remain calm and collected. Even though screaming or running might come as a first instinct when faced with the animal, sudden loud sounds can startle it, causing it to act defensively. Instead, try keeping your voice and movements composed, backing away slowly, and avoiding eye contact. Climbing a tree is another no-go, as is trying to approach them closer to take photos. If possible, be prepared to leave the area and perhaps save camping or hiking for another day. 

Bear spray should also be taken seriously by campers, as it can be pretty handy when encountering a bear. Unfortunately, not all people take the time to educate themselves on it before coming to the wilderness. Therefore, it’s a good idea to learn how to use and carry it. 

Try keeping it in an easily accessible place, like your belt, as it won’t do any good at the bottom of your backpack. In the time of need, slowly pull it out and remove the safety lock. It’s a pepper concoction designated to stop the bear from charging toward you, causing temporary irritation in the eyes and the upper respiratory tract. 

Just keep in mind that picking a fight unless your personal safety is at risk isn’t worth it. If a curious bear is sniffing around and knocks some stuff over, it’s nothing that can’t be fixed. Or if a frustrated bear is tearing up your hammock, it’s not an item that can’t be repurchased. Respecting wildlife and learning more about it can help people enjoy bear country safely and minimize animal-human conflict. 

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The fact that the friend endangered everyone’s lives didn’t sit right with the readers

If you asked a room full of people who loves a micromanager, it’s unlikely that you’d see a forest of raised hands. This redditor surely wouldn’t raise hers.

The netizen recently turned to the malicious compliance community to share how she dealt with micromanaging people at work, after they woke her up at “half past stupid o’clock”.

Scroll down to find the full story below, where you will also find our interview with Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior at Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Jon Gruda Ph.D., who was kind enough to answer a few of our questions on micromanaging.

Rest is a crucial part of a trucker’s job

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This trucker’s sleep was interrupted by a micromanager, who was then served a portion of malicious compliance

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Micromanaging can be detrimental to both the employee and the company

According to an expert in organizational behavior, Dr. Jon Gruda, micromanaging usually harms employees more than it helps. “It often signals a lack of trust in employees’ abilities, leading to decreased autonomy and higher stress, reduced job satisfaction, and potential burnout. Micromanaged employees may feel undervalued and disengaged, reducing productivity and increasing turnover.”

In addition to the detrimental effects on employee well-being, micromanaging doesn’t help the company itself, either. “Micromanaging disrupts team workflows and organizational efficiency. It causes frequent interruptions, slows decision-making, stifles creativity, and prevents employees from developing leadership skills due to dependency on approvals for even minor decisions,” Dr. Gruda continued.

While the redditor’s workflow likely differs from that in a corporate setting, for instance, it’s arguably not that different in regards to how detrimental micromanaging can be. Surveys reveal that such a style of management has resulted in negatively impacting the morale of as much as 85% employed individuals who’ve experienced it, and it has made nearly seven-in-ten of them consider changing jobs.

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The overly attentive management style often originates from a manager’s insecurities and need for control

Dr. Gruda pointed out that micromanaging often stems from a manager’s insecurities and need for control. “Managers might micromanage out of fear that independent work by employees could reflect poorly on their abilities. Organizations should support managers by providing training to build their confidence and trust in their teams, which can help reduce micromanagement and foster a more positive workplace culture,” he told Bored Panda.

However, if organizations can’t provide said support or managers simply can’t seem to let go of control, the employee can try taking matters into their own hands; to some extent, at least. For those dealing with a micromanager, Gruda suggested focusing on three points, the first one being setting boundaries and asking for autonomy. “Express your need for autonomy and propose how you can manage tasks independently.”

The second point was seeking feedback and clarifying expectations: “Address any unclear expectations with your manager to reduce unnecessary oversight,” Gruda advised. Finally, try focusing on building trust by demonstrating reliability in your tasks to gradually build trust and reduce micromanagement.

In situations where building trust or seeking a long-term professional relationship does not make much sense—or is simply not worth fighting a micromanager’s aggravating ways for—engaging in malicious compliance can also be an option; the netizen revealed that for her, it resulted in an apology for waking her up at “half past stupid o’clock”.

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There are certain things you can’t escape as an adult like waking up early on weekdays, becoming a kitchen gadget expert, paying bills, and yes, the most mundane one - filing taxes. And while paying taxes if you forget to look at details or lack basic math skills you might end up paying the 'stupid tax'.

The 'stupid tax' is that sneaky fee that some companies hide behind bargain offers and saving deals. And the Stupid Tax subreddit is known for shining light on these unreasonably priced products. With nearly 40k members, this community warns people about paying any additional price for day-to-day items. Enjoy this list of pics that might have you reconsidering those tempting offers.

#1 Subway Really Wants You To Buy Two Cookies

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#2 Clearance Mini Quiche At Aldi!

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#3 Buy More, Save Less!

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As grown-ups navigating the world of finances, we're all finding ways to save some money. Whether it's comparing prices online, delving into DIY solutions, or just opting for store brands over popular ones, saving a few dollars is like an art form in people’s daily lives.

And who can forget the joy of finding a good deal, only to realize later that the product was a downsized version of what you normally purchase? That's shrinkflation at its best. The term is a combination of two words: shrink and inflation. The "shrink" refers to the change or reduction in the product size, while the "-flation" part comes from inflation—the increase in prices.

#4 A “Deal” On Chips

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#5 Hmmm, Tough Call

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#6 Now This Is Bs

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It’s more likely that customers will notice the increase in cost; that’s why companies opt to reduce the size of the product while maintaining its sticker price. Simply put, shrinkflation is a form of hidden inflation. Businesses make profit as people pay more for a package containing a little bit less.

For instance, Toblerone cleverly reduced the weight of its chocolate bars in 2016. They increased the gap between the popular triangular peak design, leading to a noticeable decrease in the amount of chocolate per bar.

#7 By Grapthar’s Hammer… What A Savings

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#8 Inflation Hitting All New Highs

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#9 Twice The Nutella For The Same Price

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To deal with shrinkflation, many politicians and corporations have started adopting different measures. In June 2023, French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire called 75 retailers and consumer groups for a meeting to discuss pricing concerns, challenging large corporations in the process.

#10 Discounted To 29.99 You Say? 36% Savings You Say?

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#11 Hmm, Sounds Like A Good Deal!

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#12 What A Deal! The Lady Behind The Counter Said Most People Buy The 3 Pack For $4.99

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Carrefour, the second-largest grocery retailer in France, put warning stickers on certain items on the shelves reading: "This product has seen its volume/weight fall and the effective price charged by the supplier rise." Their intention was to let the consumer know what was really happening.

They identified 26 products, including Nestle, PepsiCo and Unilever, that have become smaller in size without a change in price. Stefen Bompais, director of client communications at Carrefour, told BBC, "Obviously, the aim in stigmatizing these products is to be able to tell manufacturers to rethink their pricing policy.

#13 For Only $58/Mo, I Can Cut My Internet Speed By 3/4

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#14 For $5.69, You Get Your Choice Of 12oz Or 18oz

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#15 Nothing Like A Good Bargain When It’s On Sale!

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In other countries like the UK, the British consumer groups also warned people of the effects of shrinkflation on common items like cat food and chocolate biscuits, among others.

In the United States, the White House stated that “President Biden is calling on companies to put a stop to shrinkflation.” In fact, the president has called for a bill allowing the Federal Trade Commission to make rules to stop shrinkflation. The bill will also let the FTC and state attorneys sue companies for the same.

#16 Looking To Buy These Wooden Cd Cases In Bulk?

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#17 Maple Sugaring Spiles/Taps: Buy 4 For ~$14 Or Pay $5 More If You Want The Same Number In Only One Bag

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#18 Pizza Hut: 5 For $55 Or 1 For $9.99

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On the other hand, many companies have explained why prices are going up and products are getting smaller. Talking about Pringles, a Kellogg's spokesperson told Which publication, “As the cost of ingredients and production processes increase, it can cost us more to make our products than it used to. That said, prices don’t always increase, for example in 2021 a 200g can RRP was £2.50 and in 2022 it was £2.”

#19 4/$5.00 Or A 4 Pack For $5.38

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#20 I Guess I’ll Just Get One

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#21 Why Yes, I Would Like To Buy Two Of The Same Game

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A spokesperson for Mars said, “The inflationary pressures being felt around the globe are well documented and sadly we are not immune to them. While we continue to absorb cost increases coming from raw materials, and retail pricing remains at the sole discretion of the retailer, regrettably we made the difficult decision to maintain the list price of our Whiskas pouches at the new size. We will always offer our high-quality pet food at the best possible value for money.”

#22 [follow Up] The Sasuage Biscuit ($1.49) Is Still Cheaper Than The Biscuit ($1.89)

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#23 Thanks, I Guess I'll ... Just Wait Then?

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#24 12x Monthly Payments Are Cheaper Than All Annual Memberships

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Whether it's inflation or simply a mathematical error, it's always better to check the prices on deals before making a purchase. So next time you're tempted to overlook the fine print, remember: you might end up paying the stupid tax. Tell us if you have ever made a “stupid” purchase. How much did it cost you?

#25 Wow, That’s A Nice Deal

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#26 Getting A Meal + Drink Is Cheaper Than Without The Drink

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#27 Buy Two For More!

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#28 West Elm, 2 For $23 Or 1 For $10. Hmmmm

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#29 A Glitch Or Incentive To Buy The Meal, You Decide

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#30 Pay More For Four

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#31 Pay More With Digital Coupon

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#32 A Tax In Vegetarians Who Don't Know How To Use The Tacobell App

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#33 Steak Extra Tofu Or Tofu Extra Steak?

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#34 You Can Buy Each Individual Episode In Hd For Cheaper Then Buying It All In A Bundle

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#35 Buying The Bundle Costs $22.51 More Than Buying Them Separately

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#36 Ordering Wings From Dominos

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#37 $3.22 For 10.3oz Or $2.43 For 13.7oz

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#38 Cheaper To Buy Two Piece Than A Set

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#39 Why Do They Do This

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#40 Two 1 Lb Packs Of Bacon Are Cheaper Than One 1.5 Lb Pack

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#41 I Guess I'll Have 2 600 Ml Glasses

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#42 The Maths Just Dont Add Up

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#43 For 8 More, They Can Put The Same Amount Of Fries In One Carton Instead Of 2!

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#44 Walmart - It Used To Be 3 For $9

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#45 1l $43.99 Or 1.75l For $42.99

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#46 Half The Amount For 19 Cents More

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#47 The Price Per Box Increases By $0.009 When Purchased In Bulk

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#48 Stupid Wine

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#49 $4.50 For 350g vs. $2.70 For 500g

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#50 Food Truck Edition

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#51 Get Two Quarts For The Price Of Four!!

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#52 5.85 For 8 Or 2 Lots Of 4 For 5.30

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#53 I’ll Take 2 ,5 Mil Please

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#54 I Need 2 Of Them

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#55 Only 2 Cents, But Still

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#56 An 18 Pack For $13 Or Two 12 Packs For $10

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#57 Found My First One In The Wild!

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#58 Bww Boneless Wings

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#59 Vanilla Extract At Publix

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Les lentilles corail font partie de ces trésors nutritifs souvent sous-estimés dans nos cuisines. Riches en protéines et en fibres, elles offrent une alternative savoureuse aux légumineuses plus traditionnelles. Pour…

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Lectures : Soyez un héros, passez en manuel !

L’abrutissement de l’automatisation

Une tiktokeuse lance la mise à jour de sa Tesla et se retrouve coincée dedans pendant 40 minutes.

• La Tiktokeuse et la Tesla. Jonas et la baleine Reloaded. (affordance.framasoft.org)

Mais, comme le souligne brillamment Olivier Ertzscheid, la subtilité est qu’elle aurait pu sortir… en ouvrant la porte « manuellement », ce qu’elle s’est refusée à faire.

D’un autre côté, le simple fait qu’on puisse ouvrir une porte non manuellement est inquiétant. Parce qu’on perd l’habitude de ce geste simple est qu’en cas d’urgence, on pourrait tout simplement ne pas y penser. Comme nous avons perdu la capacité d’imaginer réparer un objet qui tombe en panne.

Nous sommes devenus cette masse abrutie qui regarde béatement le héros lorsque, devant la catastrophe imminente, celui-ci annonce, sûr de lui : « je passe en manuel ! ».

Mort aux notifications

Un autre truc pour lequel on devrait passer en manuel : les notifications.

Je le dis et le répète : les notifications sont une abomination. Elles représentent littéralement quelqu’un qui vient vous taper sur l’épaule pour vous interrompre sans ménagement dans ce que vous faites, quelle que soit la situation.

La seule personne que j’autorise à faire cela, c’est moi-même. Les seules notifications que j’accepte sont donc celles de mon agenda. Mon bureau Regolith n’a même pas de notifications tout court et mon téléphone est soit en silencieux, soit en mode avion. Seule exception : lorsque j’attends un coup de fil ou que je veux être joignable pour mon épouse. Et je peste de ne pas pouvoir activer les notifications uniquement pour une personne particulière. Pourquoi pensez-vous que cette fonctionnalité évidente soit si rare, voire inexistante ?

Le simple fait que, par défaut, tous nos appareils soient conçus pour nous interrompre est la preuve que nous sommes du bétail exploité par les fabricants. Sur macOS, il est impossible de désactiver de manière permanente les notifications. J’ai même reçu le témoignage de personnes qui ne savaient pas qu’il était possible de désactiver les « bip bip » incessants de leur téléphone (mise à jour d’app, notifications aléatoires, etc.) Ça les ennuyait, mais elles vivaient avec, croyant que c’était le prix à payer.

Chaque notification est une source de stress, même si elle ne vient pas de votre téléphone, même si vous n’êtes pas concerné. Le son des notifications est pensé et conçu pour mettre votre cerveau en alerte, pour générer une petite décharge d’adrénaline. Les notifications nous épuisent littéralement.

• Téléphone, mail, notifications… : comment le cerveau réagit-il aux distractions numériques ? (theconversation.com)

Je suis devenu un psychopathe antinotifications. Pour tous les numéros inconnus qui m’ont appelé ou qui m’ont envoyé un SMS publicitaire, je dépose d’ailleurs une plainte sur le point de contact belge. Je viens de le faire pour un opticien de ma ville qui m’a annoncé par SMS que les appareils auditifs étaient en promotion. J’ai donné mon numéro, il y a plusieurs années, pour qu’ils puissent me prévenir quand mes lunettes étaient réparées.

• pointdecontact.belgique.be

Je ne suis pas sûr de l’utilité, mais je me dis que, à la longue, si on est plusieurs dizaines à faire pareil, ça va commencer à ne plus pouvoir être ignoré.

Et je me désabonne d’absolument tout email qui arrive dans mon inbox depuis une liste. Si je suis réabonné, je désactive l’alias dans SimpleLogin.

• Désabonnez-moi ! (ploum.net)

L’omniprésence du tracking

Une bonne manière de visualiser que toute votre activité en ligne est surveillée et de faire en sorte que votre ordinateur émette une… notification sous forme de bip sonore à chaque fois qu’il envoie des données vers un espion identifié. Oui, je me contredis. Mais ici, c’est juste pour l’expérience !

C’est ce qu’a fait Bert Hubert. Ceci ne prend évidemment pas en compte les espions non identifiés. Mais c’est déjà impressionnant en soi. Allez voir la seconde vidéo pour vous donner une idée.

• Bert Hubert's Tracker Beeper (berthub.eu)

Abonnez-vous à ma chaîne !

Tant qu’on y est, pour être notifié chaque fois que je poste un billet, n’oubliez pas de vous abonner à ma chaîne ! Enfin, ma mailing-liste ;-)

Israël et Whatsapp

Loin de passer en manuel, Israël utiliserait "l’intelligence artificielle" pour déterminer les cibles de ses frappes. Et de forts soupçons existent sur le fait que cette IA soit alimentée par des données Whatsapp. C’est entièrement plausible, car, contrairement à Signal, Whatsapp recueille des myriades d’informations sur vous. Je l’ai vécu il y a quelques années lorsque j’avais encore des comptes Facebook et Whatsapp. Un de mes anciens propriétaires, avec qui je n’étais plus en contact depuis des années, m’a envoyé par erreur un message Whatsapp. Dans les minutes qui ont suivi ma réponse pour lui signifier son erreur, Facebook m’a proposé d’être ami avec cette personne (nous n’avions ni connaissance ni page suivie en commun).

Le simple fait d’être dans un groupe de discussion avec un terroriste, d’être en contact avec lui voire d’être au même endroit à un moment donné suffirait à faire de vous une victime d’une frappe. Et tant pis si le terroriste était dans un appartement deux étages au-dessous du vôtre : vous partagiez les mêmes coordonnées géographiques !

• Meta and Lavender (blog.paulbiggar.com)

Notez que ce n’est pas neuf. Plusieurs exemples existent en Afghanistan de victimes ayant été ciblées, car ayant, selon des algorithmes « intelligents », un « comportement suspect ». Je me souviens d’un médecin pakistanais tué par un drone US. Il était considéré comme suspect, car passant fréquemment la frontière (il travaillait en Afghanistan et vivait au Pakistan) et changeant régulièrement de carte sim (oui, il en avait une pour chaque pays pour des raisons évidentes d’abonnement).

Ce qui est fascinant c’est à quel point ces outils permettent de diluer la responsabilité. Les militaires obéissent aux ordres, les commanditaires disent se fier aux algorithmes, les programmeurs que la responsabilité incombe aux collecteurs de données et ces derniers prétendent ne faire que collecter des données, ne rien en inférer ni décider.

C’est d’ailleurs le véritable marché de l’intelligence artificielle : diluer la responsabilité. Une voiture tue un piéton ? C’est « l’algorithme ». Une entreprise balance des tonnes de produits néfastes dans une rivière ? C’est « une erreur de programmation ».

Être sur Whatsapp est potentiellement mortel. Vos données seront, un jour, utilisées contre vous. Et certainement par erreur. La question n’est pas de savoir si vous avez quelque chose à vous reprocher, mais si un algorithme ne pourrait pas un jour penser que vous êtes potentiellement dangereux. Et ce, pour chaque algorithme qui existe et pour chaque jeu de données.

En attendant, utilisez Signal. Signal n’est pas parfait, mais n’a, pour seules données à votre sujet, que votre numéro de téléphone, la date de création de votre compte et la date de votre dernière connexion. Contrairement à Whatsapp, Signal n’a accès ni à vos contacts, ni à votre localisation, ni à vos groupes, ni à vos habitudes. Signal n’est pas non plus une entreprise commerciale, mais une fondation (dont une grande partie du financement vient d’un don… du créateur de Whatsapp, qui a renié sa création après avoir vu ce que Facebook en faisait).

Pour ceux qui le peuvent, supprimez Whatsapp. Oui, vous allez rater des choses. Mais vous allez aussi faire évoluer la masse critique vers Signal. L’effort en vaut la peine.

Signal se merdifie ? Non, c’est Apple !

Lors d’un appel vidéo récent sur Signal, j’ai eu la surprise de voir s’afficher des émojis en forme de pouces levés chaque fois que mon correspondant agitait les mains. Je me suis immédiatement demandé comment Signal pouvait ajouter cette fonctionnalité sans intercepter la vidéo. Après recherche, il s’est avéré que ce n’est pas Signal, mais bien l’iPhone qui fait ça automatiquement.

• Facetime "Reaction" Video Effects (hearts, thumbs up bubbles, etc) injected into Signal video (github.com)

Résultat : ce truc, dont je n’ose imaginer le coût de développement et l’impact sur la batterie, apparaissait tout le temps et nous a fait perdre 15 minutes de discussion avant de commencer à nous énerver sérieusement. Ce n’est même plus possible de discuter sérieusement sans être distrait. C’est un peu comme les notifications : ces produits ne sont pas pensés pour nous permettre d’être productif ou épanoui, mais, par défaut, pour nous distraire. Dans tous les sens du terme. Pour nous empêcher de penser.

N’attendez pas, agissez !

Distraction, espionnage permanent, ciblage publicitaire ou par drone tueur : cette merdification n’est pas seulement prévisible, elle est inévitable. Oui, votre activité sur Whatsapp et partout ailleurs va un jour se retourner contre vous. Aux États-Unis, les données de votre voiture servent déjà à augmenter le tarif de votre assurance.

• Quand votre voiture vous espionne… et vous le fait payer (sebas22)

Vous pouvez supprimer sans crainte vos comptes Reddit, Twitter, LinkedIn et bien d’autres. En les supprimant définitivement, par opposition à une simple « désactivation », vous forcez l’effacement d’une partie de vos données. Cette suppression peut avoir des effets bénéfiques insoupçonnés sur votre santé mentale.

• Chapitre 10 : la suppression des comptes en ligne (ploum.net)

De toute façon, de plus en plus de comptes sur ces plateformes sont des bots qui servent à faire de la pub. Si un compte interagit avec vous en vous parlant d’un service en ligne, c’est probablement un bot. Pardon, une « intelligence artificielle ».

• AI Is Poisoning Reddit to Promote Products and Game Google With 'Parasite SEO' (www.404media.co)

Passez en manuel : supprimer vos réseaux sociaux propriétaires et venez tester Mastodon !

Supprimer un compte fait peur. On va perdre plein de données. Mais, en fait, vous les perdrez un jour ou l’autre, quand vous vous y attendrez le moins. Pour une raison débile. Parce qu’un algorithme aura déterminé que vous avez « enfreint les conditions d’utilisation ».

• Et si vos comptes disparaissaient demain ? (ploum.net)

Et oui, vous allez un jour perdre votre accès à toutes les vidéos que vous avez mises sur YouTube.

YouTube qui est tellement incontournable qu’il ne peut que se merdifier. Et il le fait. YouTube suivrait-il la voie de Twitter ? Oui, même si c’est moins spectaculaire, moins Elonesque.

Si vous avez des vidéos, postez-les sur un compte Peertube. Si vous avez une chaîne, faites-en une copie sur Peertube et parlez-en. Normalisez le fait d’être un vidéaste sur Peertube.

• JoinPeerTube (joinpeertube.org)

Si vous avez des données que vous souhaitez conserver sur Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn et YouTube, faites-en une copie, car vous allez les perdre comme j’ai perdu tout ce que j’avais posté sur Google+. Ce n’est pas une prédiction, mais une certitude. Ce n’est qu’une question de temps.

Alors, soyez le héros, passez en manuel : sauvegardez vos données et supprimez vos comptes propriétaires !

Trouver le bon kinésithérapeute peut transformer votre parcours de rééducation. Que vous récupériez d’une blessure sportive ou que vous cherchiez à améliorer votre mobilité, la clé réside dans la sélection…

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Monica Lewinsky poked fun at her presidential cheating scandal past, using the viral “you wouldn’t last an hour in the asylum where they raised me” trend from Taylor Swift’s Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me song taken from her recently released The Tortured Poets Department album.

Taking to her X page (formerly known as Twitter) on Thursday (April 25), the 50-year-old activist shared a picture of the White House, along with the “you wouldn’t last an hour in the asylum where they raised me” lyrics.

Social media users have been using the Taylor Swift lyrics to humorously highlight different aspects of their lives, like countries they have been brought up in, past workplaces they struggled with, and more ironic examples.

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In the case of Monica, the trend was an obvious nod to her involvement in a scandal with former President Bill Clinton in the late 1990s. 

Monica gained notoriety in the media after working at the US presidential’s official residence and workplace as an intern at the time, and subsequently having an affair with Clinton, who had been married to Hillary Clinton for two decades at that point.

The cheating scandal led to a high-profile investigation and impeachment proceedings against the former president but also resulted in sensationalized misogynistic scrutiny against Monica.

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— Monica Lewinsky (she/her) (@MonicaLewinsky) April 25, 2024

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is ready to make waves in a new industry: adult entertainment.

Years after he admitted his struggles with porn addiction to the world, the 46-year-old rapper revealed that he is dipping his toes into the business of making adult films and wants to add “Yeezy porn” to his repertoire

In a very to-the-point message on Twitter, the Vultures 1 album maker released a short clip with the date April 24, 2024, and he declared: “YEEZY PORN IS CUMMING.”

“Go to Yeezy.com,” said a woman’s voice in the background of the clip, which was shared on Wednesday, April 24.

A Yeezy representative confirmed to TMZ that the ever-controversial rapper, married to architect and model Bianca Censori, has been toying with the idea of establishing his own pornography studio and brand for a while. The source also claimed the Heartless rapper has been in talks with his partners about getting the business alive and kicking.

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is gearing up to add adult entertainment under his Yeezy umbrella

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As part of the goal of building an entire adult entertainment division, the representative said Ye is rolling out plans to have an entire Yeezy Porn studio and is also having conversations with Mike Moz to steer this chapter of his business.

Mike, a veteran in the porn business and ex-husband of American porn star and director Stormy Daniels, has worked in casting and art direction in the industry before spending the last decade as a producer. Ye has reportedly been talking to Mike about heading the new division under the Yeezy umbrella.

The Stronger rapper’s announcement comes years after Ye openly admitted his addiction to porn and referred to it as the reason his family was destroyed.

The Vultures 1 album maker made the announcement on social media and asked his audience to head to Yeezy.com

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— ye (@kanyewest) April 24, 2024

Ye, the brain behind Yeezy sneakers and the founder of the now-shuttered Donda Academy, is a father to ex-wife Kim’s four children: North, Saint, Psalm, and Chicago.

He reportedly once said in a now-deleted post addressed to Victoria Villarroel, Kylie Jenner’s former assistant: “Don’t let Kris make you do playboy like she made [Kylie] and Kim do.”

“Hollywood is a giant brothel Pornography destroyed my family I deal with the addiction Instagram promotes it Not gonna let it happen to Northy and Chicago,” he added.

A couple of years prior to those remarks, Ye said he had a “full-on porn addiction,” which he has been dealing with since he was young.

“For me, Playboy was my gateway into full-on pornography addiction,” he was quoted telling Apple Music’s Zane Lowe in 2019. “My dad had a Playboy left out at age five and it’s affected almost every choice I made for the rest of my life.”

Ye, a father to North, Saint, Psalm, and Chicago with ex-wife Kim Kardashian, once blamed porn for destroying his family

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The CARNIVAL rapper revealed that the addiction, which began in his childhood, was aggravated after the death of his mother, Donda, in 2007.

“From age five til now, having to kick the habit and it just presents itself in the open like it’s OK and I stand up and say, ‘No, it’s not ok,’” he added.

“I think when people have been addicted to something like, if you ask somebody that’s a drug addict it’s like you say, ‘Are you still addicted?’” he said at the time.

“Well yeah, you turn it off actually,” he continued. “It’s like, with God I’ve been able to beat things that had a full control of me.”

Fans had mixed reactions to Ye’s latest news and said he is “running out of ideas”

Billie Eilish candidly addressed taboos related to women’s sexuality and masturbation while reflecting on the challenges of being labeled and misunderstood in the public eye, including her sexual identity, ahead of her third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, set to be released on May 17.

In a Rolling Stone exposé of the songstress published on Wednesday (April 24), Billie revealed that her favorite way of decompressing was having “sex,” emphasizing that she loved talking about it “any time [she] possibly can.”

Stressing that sex was “literally [her] favorite topic,” the 22-year-old singer explained: “My experience as a woman has been that it’s seen in such a weird way. 

“People are so uncomfortable talking about it and weirded out when women are very comfortable in their sexuality and communicative [about] it. 

“I think it’s such a frowned-upon thing to talk about, and I think that should change. 

“You asked me what I do to decompress? That sh*t can really, really save you sometimes, just saying. Can’t recommend it more, to be real.”

Billie Eilish addressed societal taboos on women’s sexuality and masturbation while navigating the complexities of her identity

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Billie spoke out about the taboo of female masturbation, emphasizing its role in boosting her confidence and coping with body issues and dysmorphia throughout her life.

“TMI, but self-pleasure is an enormous, enormous part of my life, and a huge, huge help for me,” she confessed, adding: “People should be jerking it, man. I can’t stress it enough, as somebody with extreme body issues and dysmorphia that I’ve had my entire life.”

The What Was I Made For? hitmaker further admitted that she found masturbating “hot” and that it enabled her to make “a raw, deep connection to [herself] and [her] body, and have a love for [her] body that [she has] not really ever had.” 

Billie told Rolling Stone: “I got to say, looking at yourself in the mirror and thinking ‘I look really good right now’ is so helpful.”

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“You can manufacture the situation you’re in to make sure you look good. 

“You can make the light super dim, you can be in a specific outfit or in a specific position that’s more flattering. 

“I have learned that looking at myself and watching myself feel pleasure has been an extreme help in loving myself and accepting myself, and feeling empowered and comfortable.”

“I should have a Ph.D. in masturbation,” the musician reportedly claimed.

At this year’s Coachella, Billie teased some of Hit Me Hard and Soft’s upcoming songs, including Lunch, in which sexual nature was discussed.

Billie Eilish discussed how controlling her environment during self-pleasure helped her develop self-love and empowerment

 

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“That song was actually part of what helped me become who I am, to be real,” the California native explained. 

She continued: “I wrote some of it before even doing anything with a girl and then wrote the rest after. 

“I’ve been in love with girls for my whole life, but I just didn’t understand — until, last year, I realized I wanted my face in a vagina. 

“I was never planning on talking about my sexuality ever, in a million years. 

“It’s really frustrating to me that it came up.”

Back In December, Billie was asked during her appearance on the red carpet at Variety’s Hitmakers event about viral comments she had made alluding to her sexual orientation during an interview for Variety the previous month.

 

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In the November profile in Variety, Billie spoke about her feelings for women and declared: “I’m physically attracted to them.”

And, in December, an interviewer asked the singer on the red carpet event: “We gotta talk about your cover story because you mentioned that you felt like, for a long time, women didn’t like you. 

“And when that came out, all the women were like, ‘No, we love her!’ How did that reception feel?”

As she nervously giggled along with the reporter, Billie replied: “I’m still scared of them, but I think they’re pretty.”

The interviewer went on to ask: “Billie, did you mean to come out in that story?” to which the Ocean Eyes hitmaker quipped: “Girl, no, I didn’t, but I kinda thought, ‘Wasn’t it obvious?’ I didn’t realize people didn’t know.”

Billie discussed her attraction to women in a November Variety profile and addressed speculation about her sexual orientation

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She continued: “I just don’t really believe in it.

“I’m just like, ‘Why can’t we just exist?’

“I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I just didn’t talk about it. Whoops.

“But I saw the article, and I was like, ‘Oh, I guess I came out today!’

“It’s exciting to me because I guess people didn’t know, but it’s cool that they know.”

Billie followed her answer by admitting that she was “nervous talking about” the subject on the red carpet, adding: “I am for the girls.”

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The singer later slammed Variety on Instagram, accusing the outlet of “outing” her, writing: “Thanks Variety for my award and for also outing me on a red carpet at 11 am instead of talking about anything else that matters.

“I like boys and girls leave me alone about it please literally who cares stream ‘what was I made for.’”

With hindsight, the Grammy-award-winning artist admitted to Rolling Stone: “The whole world suddenly decided who I was, and I didn’t get to say anything or control any of it. 

“Nobody should be pressured into being one thing or the other, and I think that there’s a lot of wanting labels all over the place. 

“Dude, I’ve known people that don’t know their sexuality, or feel comfortable with it, until they’re in their forties, fifties, sixties. 

“It takes a while to find yourself, and I think it’s really unfair, the way that the internet bullies you into talking about who you are and what you are.”

Billie admitted that it took a long time to understand her sexual identity

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Billie went on to clarify that she knew that “everybody” speculated about her sexual orientation and that she “liked” the Variety journalist she had spoken to, but she had felt exploited.

If the singer had the opportunity to do it over again on the red carpet, she wouldn’t have answered the question, Rolling Stone reported. 

Nevertheless, the music star acknowledged it could have been worse, admitting: “I’m lucky enough to be in a time when I’m able to say something like that and things go OK for me. 

“And that’s not how a lot of people’s experience is.”

In the highly anticipated Hit Me Hard and Soft, Billie reportedly immersed herself “back into darkness,” combined with experimenting with new sounds, from a string quartet to glittery dance-floor trance.

The album’s title derives from a conversation Billie had with her brother, Finneas, when she mistakenly thought the name of a synth in Logic Pro was called Hit Me Hard and Soft. 

The musician told Rolling Stone: “I thought it was such a perfect encapsulation of what this album does.

“It’s an impossible request: You can’t be hit hard and soft. 

“You can’t do anything hard and soft at the same time. 

“I’m a pretty extremist person, and I really like when things are really intense physically, but I also love when things are very tender and sweet. 

“I want two things at once. So I thought that was a really good way to describe me, and I love that it’s not possible.”

“She’s comfortable with her sexuality,” a reader commented

Live fish stuck in a ball gown sparked serious animal cruelty concerns after a fashion designer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, posted footage of a person modeling her questionable product to Beyoncé’s music. A veterinarian has since reacted.

Taking to her Instagram page on Sunday (April 21), Yanedaila, the creator of Ai L’amour, posted a reel showcasing a woman swirling in a gown covered in sequins to Beyoncé 16 Carriages.

Despite the impressive work put in to make the sparkles come to life in a sumptuous dress, the design was a little “too alive” for people’s liking, as they noticed a literal fishbowl placed on the lady’s stomach with real live fish barely able to swim in it.

“Under the Sea Babyshower,” Yanedaila captioned her post, adding: “NO ANIMALS WERE HARMED. The fish are very much alive.”

Yanedaila’s disclaimer didn’t prevent the outrage that was quickly unveiled online, and on Monday (April 22), Yanedaila posted a picture on Instagram with the same model wearing the same fish gown, this time arguing that “art is just art.”

Fashion designer Yanedaila’s footage of live fish trapped in a ball gown stirred significant animal cruelty concerns

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The fashion designer wrote in a caption: “It’s not about who loves it and who doesn’t. 

“One thing I’m passionate about is bringing my clients’ visions to life SEAMLESSLY and I DID THAT! 

“If you knew me fr (for real) you’d know how much passion is behind anything I put my heart to and my hands on.”

She went on to explain that this particular design was a “one and done,” adding:” I told my client idc (I don’t care) if someone offered me a gazillion dollars.”

Her explanation didn’t appease online critics, as a person commented: “Yes art is art. But animal abuse is still animal abuse. Dog cat bird and still fish. 

“This vision could’ve still slayed with fake fish.”

“Posting this in hopes of Beyoncé seeing it,” an X post stated, featuring a clip of the fishbowl dress

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Girl just use fake fish oh this pissed me off so badly https://t.co/YfYOHGyclx

— hicc 🪺🍉 (@ijimaia) April 23, 2024

Another Instagram user wrote: “Art is art and animal abuse is animal abuse. they are not the same nor can they be.”

Someone else penned: “Absolutely disgusting and you should never work again. Using animals as an accessory for some trashy tacky *ss dress is appalling.”

On Tuesday, this time on X (formerly known as Twitter), a Beyoncé fan account posted Yanedaila’s Instagram reel with the same woman modeling her sparkly live fish dress, writing: “Posting this in hopes of Beyoncé seeing it.” 

It is unclear whether the X account was run by Yanedaila, but once again, backlash grew, with more and more people slamming the design, as someone commented: “Those poor fish need more water than that.”

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Another person chimed in: “Please ma’am, don’t keep a living creature in a cup-sized home. It’s like living in a one-room house. 

“Pooing where you sleep. Bad oxygen levels.

“Free all creatures so they can remain in their favorite habitat. Free.”

According to Doctor Ben Rosenbloom, a veterinarian working at Wet Pet Vet, the gown is “an example of animal cruelty.”

He told Bored Panda in an email: “Unfortunately, people often think less of fish than other animals we keep as pets regarding welfare. 

“Partially, this is because it is harder for a fish to express that it is in distress to us than some other animals, but also, many people have an attitude of ‘oh, it’s just a fish’ or think of them as lesser animals.”

Veterinarian Ben Rosenbloom explained that a fish would not be able to survive very long “in that situation”

 

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The animal doctor explained that a fish would not be able to survive very long “in that situation.”

Dr Rosenbloom continued: “Firstly, it would be incredibly stressful for them, with the person moving around and the vibrations this causes. 

“Fish have a special organ for sensing water movement around them, and this would be overwhelming to them. 

“Stressed fish get sick quickly — the same way that stressed people are more likely to come down with an illness and have general bad health.”

 

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“Assuming that the container is sealed to prevent splashing, they would have only a limited amount of oxygen and be consuming more because of the stress. 

“They’re also in an incredibly small volume of water, so the water chemistry would get bad fast, as they excrete directly into the water that they need to respirate.

“If the person wearing the dress wanted to do something similar, they should [have] put some water in and fake plastic fish, rather than abusing a live animal.”

Bored Panda has contacted Yanedaila for comment.

 

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Fishing for compliments at the expense of live animals has unfortunately happened before.

In September of last year, a woman in India went viral after modeling a gown that featured a tiny fishbowl with multiple small fishes attempting to swim in it.

The controversial fashion design drew concerns, with many people accusing the designer of inciting animal abuse.

“Fish are not props,” a reader commented

Navigating children and a second marriage is no easy task. The kids may not always approve of the parents’ choice to remarry, while the couple might feel pressured to act in a way that’s best for their offsprings, putting their relationship on the back burner.

However, this couple behaved in the opposite way, putting their needs first and forgetting their daughter’s. This eventually led to her leaving the home because the stepfather found it hard to be around her all day. Feeling bad about this whole situation, the mother turned to the AITAH community, asking if what they did was wrong.

Navigating children and a second marriage can be a difficult task

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For this family, matters became even more complicated after the wife found out her new husband was attracted to his step-daughter

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Psychologists say it can be healthy to prioritize one’s spouse

In a marriage with children, it seems counterintuitive to put yourself first, says psychologist Yvonne Thomas. However, according to her, it’s actually healthier to make the spouse the foremost priority, as a solid marriage foundation will make the kids more stable, secure, and happy. 

“By experiencing this emotional stability between their parents, the kids can learn how to do this when they have their own romantic relationships, too,” she says. At the same time, partners will feel more loved and appreciated, which can make kids feel more comfortable and content as well. 

Rapid Transformational Therapy trainer Marisa Peer believes that prioritizing the relationship with a spouse also helps raise children with a stronger sense of self-worth. “Your job as a parent is to raise your child with incredibly high self-esteem,” she says. “Many parents think their job is to protect their child or give their child organic foods. All of that is important, but the self-esteem of your child is the most important.”

Licensed marriage and family therapist Charlie Bloom explains that the idea that kids should always be the top priority has gotten to the point where parents are often judged and ostracized for it. This can become harmful, causing couples to neglect their relationship and take on helicopter parenting. 

It can further lead to children growing up with the expectation that the world is going to give them anything they desire, which creates a sense of entitlement. “We deal with this quite a bit because parents pick up this cultural bias toward favoring the needs of children above everyone else,” he says. 

However, it’s important to keep in mind that there will be times when kids need more of their parent’s attention

However, putting your relationship needs first doesn’t mean that a parent loves their spouse more than their children. Instead, Bloom suggests, “What you’re really saying is, ‘I do love you both, but there are times when it looks to me like the best decision to make is this decision, and most of the time that decision is going to disappoint one of you. I hope you can understand when I do that it’s not because I love you any less or the other person deserves more, it’s because, in my judgment at that time, it felt like the right decision to make.’”

To avoid neglecting one part of the family, it’s important to strive for balance as much as possible. Thomas encourages couples to set aside time on their calendars to rekindle the romantic and passionate side of their relationship and take it as seriously as any other commitment. 

However, it’s important to keep in mind that there will be times when kids will need more of their parent’s attention. Life occasionally happens, and we can’t always predict the changes, crises, or other circumstances that will require more of our care. Some weeks, it might be about children, while others may be dedicated to work. Things shift, and that’s totally normal. Having a firm belief that the spouse or the kids should always come first can cause issues. Therefore, Peer advises, “Understanding that this fluctuates is one of the keys to having an amazing marriage.”

Trying to make everyone a priority might be overwhelming. Something that can significantly help is good communication. No one is born a mind reader, so having an honest conversation when times get tough might help solve problems as they arise. This might take some soul-searching and self-reflection, but it’s important to let them go so it doesn’t turn into resentment in the long run. 

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Most people carry around a school memory that has stuck with them forever. For some, those are happy moments, like meeting their lifelong friend or graduating first in their class. For others, they are equally as memorable, but not in a good way. 

Netizens in this online thread were recently sharing “the incident” that happened at their school, and boy, do these stories get scandalous. From teacher-and-student flings to calls about bomb threats, they remain etched in people’s brains, living there rent-free.

To find the freshest school gossip that brings us back to the good old days, all you have to do is scroll down!

While you're at it, don't forget to check out a conversation with one of the top memory experts in the world and a two-time national memory champion, Ron White, who kindly agreed to tell us more about how negative incidents tend to linger in our minds longer.

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White tells us that negative events have the tendency to be remembered more than positive ones because of the emotion involved. "For example, if you are in a car accident, 10 years later you will be able to give all the details of the accident, from the time of day to the location, without hesitation," he says.

"But you couldn't tell me where you drove last week. Last week had no emotion or action. The car accident does. Another example of emotion impacting what we recall is that humans can get 100 positive comments about something they did, but the brain will focus on the negative because it hurts, it wounds us, and because the negative hurts us more than the positive uplifts us, we will remember it more."

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White tells us that there are no particular negative events that get stuck in our memories longer than others. "Any event that gets your emotion will be encoded more. Negative events capture our attention because they shock us. Attention is the first step in memory. The last step of memory is review, and if something negative happens to us or is said to us, we will tell that story over and over. This review locks it into our memory!! Be careful what you give your attention to!"

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That said, remembering unfortunate incidents can be beneficial to humans. For example, "Our ancestors saw one of their group eaten by a lion. They remember how they escaped or what to avoid. Put your hand on a hot stove. You may do it once, but your memory will prevent you from doing it twice," White explains.

"Remembering negative experiences can save you. You fall victim to a con, and it robs your bank account, and your memory remembers it. The next time you don't fall victim. Our memories will remember negative experiences as a form of protection!"

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Bosses need to understand that their staff need time to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with their loved ones to be able to do their jobs well. If the only thing their employees have to look forward to is more work, that’s only going to demotivate them. Not only is that awful for everyone’s morale, but it’s also going to affect the company’s bottom line.

One redditor recently went viral online after sharing how management verbally approved his request for paid time off to go to a concert with his family and then went back on that promise. Read on for the full story.

Bored Panda got in touch with the author, and he was happy to tell us a bit more about what happened, and he gave us an update about the concert.

One of the most frustrating workplace experiences is having your request for paid time off rejected for a random reason

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One employee turned to the internet for advice after management verbally approved his time off, only to change course

He later shared some additional info in the comments of his post

The story went viral, and lots of internet users gave the author some advice on what to do next

After reading everyone’s advice, the employee later posted a few updates on his plans

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Burnout is a very common workplace problem, so it’s vital to be on the lookout for the symptoms

Deep rest and time off are absolutely essential if you want your staff to be motivated, efficient, and capable. On the flip side, someone who’s overworked and burnt out is not going to do as well at their job, and they might start looking for a job with a better workplace culture. And finding replacements for talented specialists is incredibly costly and time-consuming.

A survey conducted by Deloitte found that 77% of American workers have experienced burnout at their jobs, while half admitted that this has happened more than once.

Psychologist Christina Maslach, from the University of California, Berkeley, found that burnout has three components: physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and inefficacy.

Employees who are exhausted are likely to feel frustrated and irritable, and they will struggle to enforce healthy boundaries at work and in other parts of their lives. They also find it difficult to feel positive about their tasks at work. This is usually how burnout starts, but for some employees, other symptoms appear in tandem with physical and emotional exhaustion.

These same employees might find themselves growing more cynical and less engaged at work. In short, they want to distance themselves from their jobs, whether they’re dealing with unfair workloads, unclear expectations, lack of feedback, constant conflict with their colleagues, etc.

This then leads to inefficacy, where the staff feel like they’re incompetent. They blame themselves when they notice that their skills aren’t as sharp anymore.
It’s an awful feeling when you have to compete for time off with your colleagues. The author of the post shared that his verbal request for time off was rejected after his coworker, who just got back from a month and a half of vacation, put in the same dates for PTO as him.

Instead of confirming the author’s request (which was already promised), management decided to deny time off for both employees. In the interest of ‘fairness,’ of course. However, what’s fair about a decision like this eludes us and many other internet users.

According to the author, he still planned to take the days off, no matter what. He wanted to spend the time at a concert with his loved ones. For him, his family is a priority.

The employee still went to the concert with his family, and they had a fantastic time there

The author, who preferred to remain anonymous, confirmed to Bored Panda that he was, in fact, able to go to the concert by indie pop band AJR with his family. Which is awesome news! Coincidentally, we got in touch with him “not a full hour” after the concert ended.

“It was amazing. AJR brings such an amazing vibe to their shows, and that shows so strongly in the fans. Courteous, polite, and generally well-mannered folks through the entire 12k+. My son had the most fun! I’ve never seen him lose his [stuff] like that before!” he opened up about the experience with us.

We were curious to get the OP’s thoughts on why he thinks management rejected his PTO request in the first place.

“I think the management above my local station reacted to data on a screen, and that is what screwed me. I think that same upper management is just ‘manager attitude’ enough that he would stick to his answer regardless of circumstances,” he told Bored Panda.

“I think that 100% invalidated any verbal standing from a lower position than them.”

He also had some spot-on advice for anyone new to the job market. “If you can’t laugh while you’re doing what you’re doing, you’re either doing it wrong, or you shouldn’t be doing it in the first place,” he shared a good way to gauge whether you’re in the right line of work and at a good company.

The OP didn’t expect his story to get so much attention online. “I was honestly just grumpy at how things went,” he opened up to us.

In his opinion, the story really resonated with so many people due to the current state of employment in the United States. “With the cost of living rising like it is, it puts the people with the money in a higher position of power over those who need the money. It’s not healthy for anyone. It breeds bad habits in employers and trauma in employees,” he said.

Good managers put in the effort to support their staff however they can

There are a lot of things that managers can do to support and motivate their employees. Business Psychologist Lee Chambers explained to Bored Panda in a previous interview that there is a lot of power in managers showing recognition and appreciation for their employees. This can be done formally or informally, as well as for big or small contributions.

“Flexibility is an increasingly important factor, so flexible working policies can promote trust and balance. Supporting your people to find meaning in their work can be beneficial, as can providing relevant training and upskilling,” Chambers told us earlier.

“Clear communication is valued, and the ability to feel included through feedback and input can increase motivation, and access to wellbeing can promote positive engagement in other aspects of work,” he said.

“Setting and communicating realistic boundaries creates space to work efficiently, prioritizes tasks, ensures urgent and important tasks get the attention and progress needed, and allows space for regular breaks and less overtime,” Chambers told Bored Panda.

“Time management techniques can be effective for some people to give structure, and this also opens opportunities for flexibility in other areas. Minimizing distraction can improve output and provide more time for personal commitments and practicing self-care, leaving you with a balance that won’t be perfect, but it will leave you with the opportunity to perform well both at work and outside of it.”

Some readers had similar PTO and work stories of their own to share

Sometimes you see a product so bizarre, you think “who even buys this?” Well, guess what, there is a decent chance you just got yourself pranked by one of the best in the business. 

The “Obvious Plant” Instagram page, run by comedy-lover and prankster Jeff Wysaski, is dedicated to creating and placing fake items in stores to confuse, scare and delight customers. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and share your thoughts below. Bored Panda reached out to Jeff via email and will update the article when he gets back to us. 

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Nowadays, it feels like everything costs an arm and a leg, from things people do to treat themselves to the daily necessities in life.

The latter is what TikToker Amber Cimiotti discussed in a video that went viral. She shared that in her opinion, people nowadays have to pay for many important things in life that were previously naturally occurring, and quite a few netizens seemed to agree. Scroll down to find Amber’s thoughts below, where you will also find her recent interview with Bored Panda.

Amber believes that many basic human needs have been paywalled in the US

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In many cities, getting exercise as you go about your day is not easy, if at all possible

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As Americans, we’ve removed everything we actually need in daily life, like exercise, talking to friends, connecting with people, spending time with our kids. We’ve taken all of the naturally occurring things out of life, and made it so that those things can only be achieved by a therapy session, by an activity that we have to pay for.

There’s not many places, neighborhoods and cities where it’s super easy to walk everywhere, where you can get a lot of natural exercise, whether it’s walking to and from your house or to the grocery stores. This just doesn’t exist for most people now, so you have to wake up earlier, on your lunch break or after work, you have to go to the gym so you can get in your exercise.

People often need to pay to get human connection

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Talking. People are meant to just talk nonstop, but now we live really isolated and then, when you are talking, you’re probably at work in your professional mode. But people are meant to share their struggles, their stories, everyday things constantly, all the time. And we’re not doing that.

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And what do you see happening? Nowadays everybody needs a therapist. Yes, therapy is needed for some things. But most people just need to be talking to people way more. And I don’t mean like trolling on the internet.

Kids’ activities, too, nowadays require more money

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Kid stuff. There used to be kids running around neighborhoods all the time, parents didn’t have to pay all this extra money to do activities so their kids can be involved in things, parents didn’t have to drive all over the place. No, they opened their door and there was kids everywhere.

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But now that doesn’t exist. So we do need to pay for activities. We need to do special things, we need to be driving our kids all around.

Eating healthy in the US, according to Amber, is a part-time job

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Eating healthy food in America is a part-time job, if not a full-time job, between trying to find the right food, reading all the labels, understanding, reteaching what minerals and herbs and all these natural things in earth that help us. It would all be so much easier if we just had healthy food in general.

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The point is when things don’t happen naturally in your day and you need to take extra energy to achieve basic things like healthy food, exercise, talking to friends, which helps regulate emotions and things like that. When you have to build those into therapy sessions, exercise sessions, hobbies, reading 17 books, of course you’ll be tired.

The TikToker’s video was viewed nearly 440k times on the platform

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The distribution of what Americans spend most of their money on has changed over the years

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“I travel to Italy to see family when I can and I noticed a difference in the two societies,” Amber told Bored Panda, discussing how she came to the realization that so many things have been paywalled in the US. “Our society pushes things that cost money instead of the basic natural answer. In Italy they do this far less, although as the rest of the world becomes more Americanized, sadly, I think we will see it more and more in other countries too.

“I think America is the most extreme but the more Americanized countries become, they will find themselves in the same boat, especially with social media and the spread of information,” Amber continued, suggesting that everywhere you turn in America there is an option to do all the things you want or need, but not without paying.

But that arguably wasn’t always the case. As a matter of fact, the way Americans spend their money has changed quite significantly over the years. According to the “100 Years of U.S. Consumer Spending” report, back in 1900, a US household would spend most of their money on food, and the gap between expenditure on that and other things—entertainment, for instance—was quite significant.

By 2000, the gap between food and entertainment, in regards to spending, had diminished; however, the expenses on housing, for instance, had increased quite notably compared to 1900. Data suggests that the size of healthcare-related spending remained more or less the same throughout the hundred years, with only a slight increase around the 2000s.

The question of whether or not money can buy happiness remains unanswered

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Discussing how society got to the point of numerous basic needs being paywalled, the TikToker suggested that there might be several factors in play. “I don’t know exactly how we got here but corporate greed and the emphasis on money for happiness definitely plays a part,” she told Bored Panda.

Nowadays, the matter of whether or not money brings happiness seemingly remains a highly controversial topic. While some people believe that money can’t substitute all that we need to lead a happy life, others say that it can help by making it easier at least.

Some research seconds the latter approach. A study from 2010, for instance, suggested that more money doesn’t necessarily equal more happiness, but less money is linked with more emotional pain. It pointed out that $75,000 is likely to be “a threshold beyond which further increases in income no longer improve individuals’ ability to do what matters most to their emotional well-being, such as spending time with people they like, avoiding pain and disease, and enjoying leisure.”

A survey of over 2000 Americans found that for some, even $15,000 would make a meaningful impact in their lives. However, the average sum of money that would make a person happy, salary wise, at least, is roughly $285,000 per year (with men’s estimates ranging much higher than those of women—$381k and $183k, respectively). The survey also revealed that nearly six-in-ten Americans believe that money can buy happiness after all.

Bearing in mind that nowadays, few things in life are free, as Amber pointed out, people’s belief that their lives would be easier with money—consequently making them happier, too—is not that surprising. But while some expenses fall into the category of necessities, the non-essential spending, according to the TikToker, can be altered by changing our views.

“First step is awareness,” Amber suggested. “It would require a massive movement and change in the way we see everything, as we have been programmed since kids to constantly want more.”

Fellow netizens shared their views in the comments

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Amber Heard broke her silence with a rare post in honor of her 38th birthday.

In the picture, shared on Wednesday (April 23), a day after her birthday, the Aquaman star posed in a gold turtleneck with minimalist makeup as she sipped on champagne.

“Champagne kind of birthday,” the actress wrote alongside the photo.

Amber had last posted on social media three months ago, following the release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.

The Texas-born star’s online silence began in 2019 after her ex-husband, Johnny Depp, sued her for defamation over an op-ed she penned for The Washington Post. 

Amber Heard took to Instagram to share a photo in honor of her 38th birthday

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In the text—published in December 2018—Amber referred to herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse,” though she didn’t include a mention of her ex’s name. 

In May 2016, the mother-of-one filed for divorce from Johnny and filed a restraining order against him, claiming that the Cry Baby actor had subjected her to physical and verbal abuse throughout their relationship. Johnny Depp denied these allegations and agreed to a $7 million divorce settlement.

The op-ed sparked renewed drama between the exes, leading to a widely publicized six-week trial in 2022. 

The jury ruled in favor of Johnny, awarding him over $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages. Additionally, it awarded Amber $2 million for a counterclaim that stemmed from a comment made by Johnny’s lawyer, which referred to Amber’s allegations as a “hoax.”

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The 3 Days to Kill actress released a statement on the day of the verdict, writing, “The disappointment I feel today is beyond words. I’m heartbroken that the mountain of evidence still was not enough to stand up to the disproportionate power, influence and sway of my ex-husband.”

She also said that the ruling “sets back the idea that violence against women is to be taken seriously.”

Since the defamation trial ended, Amber has reportedly sold her home in the town of Yucca Valley, California, to move to Spain with her daughter, Oonagh Paige, whom she had via surrogacy in April 2021.

The 38-year-old mom first moved to the island of Mallorca before settling down in the capital city of Madrid.

Amber is now reportedly living in Spain, where she has settled down with her three-year-old daughter in search of a more private life

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A source close to the actress told People that, after losing the trial, Amber “felt like a pariah.”

In Spain, she’s “able to just be a mom. She’s focused on raising her daughter. She spends every day with her girl. They stroll around, visit parks, and enjoy family time. Amber is a great mom,” the source added.

Her search for privacy in Europe has reportedly made her go by a different name while residing in Mallorca: Martha Jane Cannary, the real name of American frontierswoman and sharpshooter Calamity Jane. 

The actress spent time away from social media following her defamation trial against her ex-husband, Johnny Depp

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Despite her desire for a life away from the spotlight, Amber has expressed a wish to continue her career as an actress.

In June 2023, she starred in the independent thriller film In The Fire, which was filmed before the defamation trial.

In the movie, she plays Grace, an American psychiatrist who travels to a remote plantation in Colombia to help a boy believed to be possessed by the devil.

“Time for everyone to move on from that dreadful trial,” a social media user commented

Taylor Swift wasn’t always tortured (fortunately), but she has always been a poet, as revealed by one of her elementary school teachers.

Barbara Kolvek, who was the global popstar’s teacher from first through fourth grade at the Wyndcroft School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, still remembers her former student’s passion for storytelling.

“She was always writing poetry, always. Even in music class, even when she shouldn’t,” Kolvek told CBS News.

“I did give her [her] very first singing solo!” the retired music teacher added. “‘Fast Talk Freddie,’ I believe it was called.”

Two of Taylor Swift’s elementary school teachers have revealed what she was like as a student

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Like every great teacher, Kolvek hopes she somehow played a role in her student discovering her passion.

“I feel like maybe I gave her a little spark or encouragement to do what she was doing.

“I would say how proud I was of her and that she has never lost her focus and she’s never lost the real person that she is.”

When they think of Taylor Swift, many people may picture her recently released 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department, or her record-breaking Eras Tour—but Kolvek’s favorite memory of the superstar is a stuffed snowman that Taylor gifted her.

In addition to the fluffy gift, the music teacher keeps a signed T-shirt, yearbooks, and other mementos from the talented student.

“She was always writing poetry, always. Even in music class, even when she shouldn’t,” said Barbara Kolvek, Taylor’s teacher from first through fourth grade

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Heather Brown, the global popstar’s third-grade teacher, said Taylor “was one of those students where people just drew to”

Meanwhile, Heather Brown, Taylor’s third-grade teacher, also spoke highly of the Fortnight hitmaker.

“Every student has a special quality. And you always remember every student [for] the quality they have. Taylor’s quality was just being she was one of those students where people just drew to,” she explained.

Brown’s son, Ethan, who met Taylor when he was four years old, is now a fan of her work and has even attended one of her concerts, proudly showing off a childhood photo of them together.

The 34-year-old star’s teachers are just as impressed by her success as everyone else.

“Everything she touches turns to gold. And I’m just so excited to see what comes next,” Brown said.

“When she comes out on stage and everyone’s screaming ‘Taylor,’ it’s like, oh my gosh, like I was her teacher!”

“Everything she touches turns to gold. And I’m just so excited to see what comes next,” Brown added

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For Kolvek, the most admirable quality about Taylor is her humility. Being able to recognize the person singing onstage as the same girl who sat in front of the desk during her classes is the biggest reason she’s a fan of her former student.

“I would say how proud I was of her and that she has never lost her focus and she’s never lost the real person that she is,” she expressed.

“She’s always been very honest and open, and I admire that in her.” 

Less than 12 hours after its release, Taylor’s latest record broke the Internet, becoming Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day in history. Additionally, The Tortured Poets Department became the music streaming platform’s first record to amass more than 300 million streams in a single day.

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At least four people were injured and rushed to the hospital after a group of military horses, some of which were covered in blood, bolted through the streets of London in a wild frenzy.

Officials later provided an update and confirmed that the horses had been captured and accounted for.

“We’re pleased to confirm that all of the horses have been accounted for. We are continuing to liaise with the army,” Metropolitan Police said in a statement.

A group of military horses ran amok through central London after getting loose during a “routine exercise,” officials said

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The riderless horses were seen galloping through London on Wednesday, April 24, and a couple of them were “covered in blood,” according to a witness.

It was eventually reported that the military horses were in the middle of “routine exercises” on Wednesday morning when they got loose and charged through central London at around 8:40 a.m. local time, officials said.

A “number of military working horses” got loose during a “routine exercise” this morning, an army spokesperson said, as quoted by Sky News.

Officials later said in an update that the horses were captured and safely returned following the incident

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“All of the horses have now been recovered and returned to camp,” the spokesperson said.

“A number of personnel and horses have been injured and are receiving the appropriate medical attention,” they added.

Megan Morra said it was a “chaotic” scene while she was on her way to work at 8:35 in the morning.

“At the time I was really confused but it felt like something chaotic was happening as there were police officers or potentially security guards sprinting down the middle of Buckingham Palace Road,” Megan told BBC. “I assumed there had been some sort of accident or vehicle collision. There’s a lot of traffic on that road at that time.”

“I kept walking along towards St James Park and the trail of blood turned and went that way so I assume it happened right on The Mall,” the commuter added.

One of the horses ran into a double-decker bus and smashed the vehicle’s window

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Paramedics revealed that one of the servicemen, who was part of the exercise, was thrown from the back of the horse on Buckingham Palace Road.

Some commuters in the area reportedly heard the injured soldier screaming in pain after falling off the animal.

“I saw a soldier falling down into the street after the horse ran into a car. One of my colleagues called the police,” Bashir Aden, 48, a construction worker, told The Telegraph. “The man hit the floor hard, he was screaming in pain. You could see blood all over the parked car.”

Witnesses were left bewildered after seeing the blood-covered horses running through the streets

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While the horses were running amok, one of them reportedly ran into a double-decker bus and smashed the vehicle’s windscreen. Another galloping horse reportedly crashed into a black cab before eventually being captured.

“The horses come down this route every day, but today the horse looked stressed or panicked. I saw the horse run away after it hit a bus. People were screaming and running all over,” Bashir said.

The construction worker noted that the soldier’s injuries “looked very serious, [and] he looked really hurt.”

During the morning exercise, one of the soldiers fell off a horse and was rushed to the hospital with an injury

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Along with the individual thrown from the horse’s back during the exercise, three others were also picked up by paramedics from different locations and taken to the hospital with injuries. Two of them were found injured near Belgrave Square, while the fourth person was picked up at the junction of Chancery Lane and Fleet Street.

“We were called at 8:25am today (April 24) to reports of a person being thrown from a horse on Buckingham Palace Road,” said a spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service. “We sent resources to the scene including ambulance crews, a paramedic in a fast response car, and an incident response officer.”

“Our first paramedic was on the scene in five minutes. We treated a patient at the scene and took them to hospital,” the spokesperson added.

At least four people have sustained injuries from the incident involving the military horses

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One commuter, sitting with a passenger in his vehicle, said one of the horses smashed into his car and continued running after sustaining an injury.

“I was just sitting by the car with my passenger… I didn’t see the horse hit my car, I was like, smashed senseless, the people just came by my car to check, ‘Are you ok,'” Faraz told LBC.

“It was just like a smash, his head hit it very hard and then [went] down. I saw about three [or] four horses, and I think it was the white horse which hit my car,” he added.

Many were glad the horses were safe following the unexpected turn of events on what should have been an ordinary morning in London

Lana Del Rey, who delivered one of the most talked-about sets at the Coachella Music Festival this year, broke a major rule by performing over time, leaving the organizers with a hefty fine to take care of.

As the dust settled on the second weekend of Coachella and bills were being finalized, it was reported that the Say Yes To Heaven singer cost the festival an estimated $28,000 for not following the rules.

The rules state that Coachella, one of the world’s biggest money-making festivals, held in Indio, California, will have to pay a fine to the city if they go beyond the stipulated curfew.

Lana’s set on April 19 led to Coachella being presented with a heavy fine of $28,000 because her show went on for about 13 minutes after the curfew, according to TMZ.

Lana Del Rey broke the golden rule at Coachella, one of the world’s biggest money-making festivals held in the Californian city of Indio

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For her weekend 2 set, the queen of dreamy, melancholic tunes sang a total of 19 songs, which included a surprise performance from Camila Cabello. The former Fifth Harmony member sang her new single, I LUV IT, as she took the stage next to Lana.

The city has a specific agreement with the Coachella organizer, Goldenvoice, about a noise curfew, which forces the event to wind up every day by 1 a.m. Moreover, the curfew is set at midnight on Sunday.

If the festival goes over the curfew, organizers are expected to cough up $20,000 for the first five minutes each day. An additional $1,000 per minute has to be paid on top of the initial $20,000 from the sixth minute onward.

The Say Yes To Heaven singer went on for an extra 13 minutes over the curfew, costing the festival organizers a hefty penalty

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Lana’s set on April 19 cost an extra $28,000 in fines for the 13 minutes she served to her audience on top of the curfew time. However, this amount may not seem like much to the organizers, as they were charged a fine of $117,000 for last year’s curfew violations during weekend 1.

During last year’s festival, Bad Bunny went over the curfew by 25 minutes, while Calvin Harris went over by 22 minutes. Frank Ocean also went on for an extra 25 minutes.

Weekend 2 at Coachella in 2022, along with weekend 1 of Stagecoach, led to the city charging a fine of about $61,000.

Coachella was charged a penalty of $28,000 for Lana Del Rey’s extra 13 minutes as the festival winded down

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In the year 2009, back when the fine for breaking the golden rule was $1,000 per minute, Beatles legend Paul McCartney played 54 minutes past curfew and racked up a penalty of $54,000. The Killers played for an extra 30 minutes past the curfew the same year, and when it was The Cure’s turn on stage in 2009, the organizers pulled the plug on them after they went past the curfew by about 30 minutes.

“The music is supposed to end every night at midnight,” Indio Police Cmdr. Ben Guitron said in 2009 in light of the curfew violations.

“How Goldenvoice addresses our concerns is up to them,” Ben added and noted at the time that the police department was not physically involved in ensuring the curtains fell on the show.

Lana Del Rey is just one of many stars, including Paul McCartney, Calvin Harris, The Killers, and others, who have performed past the curfew

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Coming back to Lana’s history with Coachella, the Ultraviolence album maker took to the stage at the festival in 2014 as well.

At her weekend 2 set this year, Lana’s guest list not only included Camila Cabello but also featured Jon Batiste. Her weekend 1 set saw Billie Eilish coming on to perform her 2016 hit, Ocean Eyes, with Lana. The pair also did a rendition of Lana’s Video Games together.

“Get the f–k out of my face,” the Bad Guy singer laughed and told Lana as the two award-winning singers looked at each other with awe after their performance together at Coachella.

“Yep, that’s the voice of your generation, the voice of our generation,” Lana told the crowd. “I’m so f—ing grateful she’s standing next to me right now.”

Camila Cabello and Jon Batiste made guest appearances during Lana Del Rey’s Coachella performance on April 19

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The What Was I Made For? singer replied by saying: “This is the reason for half you b—es existence, including mine.”

One might say that Lana’s hologram also made a guest appearance at the weekend 1 show this year. The singer’s hologram was joined by Jack Antonoff on the piano for a rendition of the song hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have – but I have it.

After Lana posted a series of snaps on Instagram following her weekend 1 set, fans showered the comments section with praise and declared it was “so epic!!!!”

“I hope you are so proud of yourself!” one fan commented after the singer shared snaps of herself from the music festival on social media

“We are all very proud of you and the huge team that accompanies you … Thank you Lana for never giving up despite adversity, you’re our living legend and you’ve always been admirable, from the time you sang in bars to now at Coachella,” one fan wrote, while another said, “Out of all that chaos…emerged one of the most iconic Coachella performance.”

“You looked and sounded INCREDIBLE!!!!! i hope you are so proud of yourself!” another wrote.

One said, “Performance of a lifetime! what u gave to that stage was pure magic.”

Fans who read the news about the $28,000 fine for Lana Del Rey’s extra 13 minutes joked that she must be dealing with some “summertime sadness”

In life, we all get our chance to shine, like nailing an important presentation at work or leading the football team to victory. Such highs make us want to share our joy with everyone. On the other hand, we also have those embarrassing moments—searching for our keys while holding them or misplacing our groceries.

On such occasions, our common sense takes a backseat, and our brain refuses to function—a brain fart, if you will. But don’t worry, you are not alone. Sometimes, people are hilariously clueless and naive and thankfully, someone captured it on camera.

To help you momentarily forget your goof-ups and lift your spirits, Bored Panda has collected a list of silly things that people have said and done.

#1 Blaming Young People For Being Triggered

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#2 It's Just Sad

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#3 Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says

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Have you ever been in a situation where you randomly blank out or end up doing something silly, and wonder, "What was I thinking?" Welcome to the world of brain farts – those awkward moments when our mind stops functioning, leaving us confused and sometimes embarrassed.

Our brains are incredibly complex organs, capable of processing vast amounts of information efficiently. But they experience hiccups from time to time, or 'cognitive dysfunction'.

#4 All Because He Felt Bad He Didn’t Pay Her Enough

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#5 Prove Me Wrong, Gladly

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#6 Ah, Yes, $4k Rent

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A brain fart, which can be linked to cognitive dysfunction, perfectly describes those instances when our mental processes seem to malfunction. Thankfully, many of these glitches are quite common and easy to manage.

We can hit a roadblock when our stress levels skyrocket or we are exhausted. This causes our attention to waver and our memory to play hide-and-seek. Picture this: you're working late in the night, trying to finish a last-minute project, and you keep reading the same paragraph over and over again, unable to understand a word of it.

It is hard to concentrate when our brains are pushed to the limit. In order to recharge our batteries, we should indulge in relaxing activities or hit the gym. This will not only soothe our soul but also help kick stress to the curb.

#7 Yikes

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#8 The "Fidget Stick" Was Bothersome

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#9 Lesson Learned

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#10 What Is This New Email You Speak Of?

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#11 Every Job Should Be Appreciated

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#12 She Doesn't Know What's Coming

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In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions, staying focused can be difficult. One moment of distraction, and bam! our train of thought derails, leaving us wondering where it all went wrong. That's the magic (or rather, the mischief) of a brain fart, it sneaks up on us when we least expect it, turning our well-laid plans into hilarious moments.

Participating in meditation events or learning new breathing techniques helps to sharpen our attention and focus on the present moment. In fact, organizational tools such as calendars or to-do lists are a great way to keep your appointments and tasks in check. A structured approach helps prevent those "oops" moments.

#13 A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

My credit card was hacked. I think the guy did it by hacking my Gmail account because he signed up for Priceline using the Gmail login button.

I called my bank and canceled it. I logged into Priceline to see if I could get any information about the person who booked the flight. I saw I could cancel it for no charge. So I did it because it was going to be faster to get a refund from Priceline than my bank.

Two days later I got this email. It had his photo and phone number. It matched the name on the flight too.

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#14 So Penguins Are Mammals Now

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#15 $15 Tacos

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While multitasking is impressive, sometimes it's a recipe for disaster. When we attempt to do too many tasks at once, our brains get overwhelmed, like a computer that has too many tabs open. And just like that, we start to lag because of the overload.

To avoid going from lightning-fast to snail's pace, one should focus on one task at a time. When we keep switching between different things, our brains need time to refocus and this prevents us from fully immersing ourselves in the task at hand. It’s harder to achieve meaningful progress while multitasking. So, remember to take a deep breath, and tackle things like the productivity pro you are.

#16 Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music

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#17 Virgin Mary Strikes Again

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#18 Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts

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Don’t forget, sleep is your brain's secret weapon that keeps your cognitive powers in top shape. Not getting enough rest can impair memory, attention, and your decision-making abilities. Imagine: You are staring blankly at the fridge, wondering what exactly you are looking for. It's like your brain hit the snooze button along with your alarm clock.

That's why it's important to prioritize quality sleep. Aim for a solid 7-9 hours of uninterrupted shut-eye every night, and it will help you efficiently tackle whatever challenges the day throws your way.

#19 My Sister Called And Asked Why Her Dryer Kept Stopping

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#20 Excuse Me?

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#21 Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive

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With a bit of mindfulness, a good night's sleep, and some stress-busting techniques up our sleeves, we can turn those dumb moments into tiny blips on the radar of our brilliant minds. Meanwhile, it never hurts to enjoy those occasional silly situations where we goof up. Have you ever experienced a brain fart? Tell us about your funniest struggles in the comments below.

#22 "Can You Do This Report With Someone Who Doesn't Have That British Accent?"

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#23 Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots

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#24 Umm... So Who's Gonna Tell Him

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#25 An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge

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#26 Apparently, Crying At Your Wedding Is Considered Gay Now

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#27 The Sunburn Won’t Give Her Cancer, The Sunscreen Will

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#28 I Have No Words

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#29 Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It

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#30 Fiancée Wanted An Iced Latte

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#31 Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?

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#32 Judging A Book By Its Cover

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#33 I May Not Be A Smart Man, But I Know What Stupid Is

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#34 Toxic Masculinity At Its Finest

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#35 Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most

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#36 Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks

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#37 The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch

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#38 My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold

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#39 And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?

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#40 Synonyms

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#41 Blood Is Blue, Apparently

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#42 Someone Forgot How An Acronym Works

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#43 Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies

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#44 "He Looks Very White For A Spanish Guy"

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#45 The Entitlement Is Strong With This One

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#46 When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This

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#47 Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight

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#48 Science Is Too Hard

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#49 Apparently, Cleopatra VII Was African-American

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#50 Women Lose Their Autism If They Have A Child

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#51 For The Last Six Years, I Thought My Car's Hood Emblem Was Blue. It Turns Out, It Was Just A Protective Film

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#52 Our Flight Attendant Repeatedly Insisted That My Son "Turn Off His Device"

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#53 She Got Him

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#54 An Honest Mistake

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#55 Georgia

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#56 Let Me Just Fill This Iron With Sugar Water, What Could Go Wrong?

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#57 Flat-Earthers Indoctrinating Children From Birth

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#58 This Riddle Doesn't Make Sense. I'm Desperately Trying To Work Out Their Reasoning, But Nothing Fits

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#59 Who's Going To Tell Him That That's Simply Oxidation, And Not "Toxins"?

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#60 Just Leave Your Neighbor Alone

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#61 Phone Case Kiosk Guy Fitted And Sold This Case To My Clueless Grandmother

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#62 The Amount Of Likes Is Scary

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#63 "How To Fix It?"

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#64 Wait, What?

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#65 He Really Said That With His Whole Chest

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#66 Woke Up To This Conversation Between My Co-Owner And A New Member

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#67 This Is Actually Insane

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#68 Just Accept Him

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#69 Finally Found One

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#70 What Do You Expect Them To Do?

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#71 Everybody Can Run 7-Minute Miles

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#72 Scissors Of Satan

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#73 Nissan Rogue Driver Gets Stuck Making A Turn On A Denver Bike Path Footbridge

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#74 You're

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#75 And 120 Minutes Is 1 Hour And 20 Minutes, Right?

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#76 That’s One Way To Approach The Topic, I Guess

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#77 My Friend Met A Guy Very Confused By Pronouns

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#78 Mom Needs To Go Back To School

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#79 Who Gave This Guy A Medical Degree

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#80 There Are 10 Different Kinds Of People: Those Who Understand Binary, And Those Who Don't

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#81 Not A Single One Of These Is A Triangle

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#82 What Could Go Wrong With Taking 10' Boards Home In A Small Car?

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#83 Truly, One Of The Dumbest People

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#84 Americans Are Also Europeans

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#85 Good Math Skills Are Hard To Come By

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#86 Can I Use Facebook But Not Google?

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#87 What Could Go Wrong With Ironing A Synthetic Shirt

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#88 This Is Insane. Less Than $1000 For 100 Hours

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#89 I Can't Help But Wonder If They All Can't Read Or If They Just Insist On Being Dumb

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In any romantic relationship, it’s important to remember that you’re supposed to be part of the same team. You’re meant to be on the same side and support one another. However, some folks see their relationships as purely transactional, which is far from healthy.

One anonymous husband turned to the r/AITAH online community for advice regarding a delicate situation at home. From his perspective, his wife, a stay-at-home mom, doesn’t do ‘enough’ chores around the house. Many internet users were absolutely appalled by his point of view and stood up to defend his wife. Scroll down to read what they had to say.

Housework and childcare can be very divisive issues and lead to some resentment between partners

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One husband shocked the internet by sharing his perspective about his wife, who is a stay-at-home mom

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The author shared a lot of controversial opinions in his story

The husband, who wrote the controversial post, seems to have an issue with his wife not doing her ‘duties’ or pitching in as much as he thinks that she ‘should.’

From his perspective, because he is the sole breadwinner in the family, his wife ‘should’ do all the housework, along with all the childcare. The OP believes that she should have no problem doing all of this because he himself did everything that needed to be done at home in record time.

“I’m planning on telling her after living in her shoes for a week that I need her to step up to the plate because the amount of effort she’s been putting in is unacceptable. If she doesn’t do it I think I will have to leave her because I don’t feel like taking care of two children,” he wrote.

Many internet users who read his posts and comments were shocked by his uncompromising and cold position, as well as his opinion about women in general.

In one comment, the author stated that, for him, “Marriage isn’t about love it’s about continuing the family name and bloodline.” However, elsewhere, he comments: “I can love my wife and be mad she isn’t doing her part.” What’s more, it’s bizarre how easily the author wrote about the possibility of divorcing his wife.

If money isn’t an issue, it might be best for everyone involved to simply hire a housekeeper and a nanny. Spending a bit of cash to keep the house tidy may be a better alternative to being resentful about the chores not being done ‘right.’

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If there are serious issues at home, it’s best to discuss them in person. However, it’s vital not to be accusatory

Whatever the marital issues might be, it’s important to bring up those questions in a face-to-face discussion. There might be a genuine problem with the housework and childcare in the family. However, how you approach these sensitive topics is vital.

For one, you should never sound like you’re accusing your partner of something. This means reigning in excess judgment and focusing on how their actions and behavior affect you and make you feel.

Remember, the goal isn’t to browbeat your partner into submission or force them to adapt to your requirements. The aim is to find some sort of compromise that would make both people satisfied.

For instance, hiring a part-time housekeeper really might be the best solution. Or, the husband could pitch in with the chores (considering how little time he thinks they take) to match the standards he wants to see at home.

Meanwhile, even if one person is the primary breadwinner, it hardly seems fair that they should never do any of the housework or childcare. Being in a relationship and raising kids together means pitching in as much as you can and as needed, regardless of the circumstances.

There will hardly ever be situations where the couple has a perfect 50/50 split of chores. But you don’t need things to be perfectly balanced. What you need to aim for is a balance that works for you. If one partner works more, they might do slightly fewer chores at home than someone who might, for instance, work less or remotely.

Another good solution is to divide the chores up based on preferences. For example, one partner might not mind doing the dishes and vacuuming, while the other actually enjoys doing the grocery runs and cooking. If there’s an activity both partners hate, they could split it equally among themselves to make it fair.

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The post got a lot of different reactions. Here’s what some readers had to say about the entire situation

While some might say that a wedding is just a big party, this underscores just how much planning and organization actually goes into putting together a party. So it’s no surprise that, despite people’s best intentions, sometimes things just don’t go as planned. 

People from across the internet share the things they hated about their own weddings, as well as some of the things they loved. From good ideas implemented poorly to folks who cheaped out at the wrong moment, get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your own examples in the comments below. 

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