Have you ever wondered who was the first to think of using a fork rather than eating with our hands? Or why do you put candles on birthday cakes? If you have, or even if you never did, now's the time to start wondering because we have the answers. The world existed long before some of the things we think are normal were around, and the first time they debuted was often in a [...]
30+ Common Myths People Believe to Be True But Aren’t
There are many things we learn as we grow up that just aren’t true. They aren’t necessarily taught in schools or laid out as blatant lies but little bits of misleading information we pick up on that seems to be how everyone views things—misconceptions that we all share. We're here today to debunk common beliefs that are actually misconceptions. What you do with this information [...]
25+ Creative Solutions People Found for Everyday Problems
We all run into annoying problems in our daily lives. Unlike math problems, though, these annoying little predicaments don’t always have a straightforward solution. Often, the ‘proper’ fix takes a lot of time or money, and sometimes, it seems like it isn't even worth the effort. Not for these people, though! For some people, all it takes is a bit of outside-of-the-box thinking [...]
From Buckingham Palace to California: Prince Harry’s New Life
Once just a royal kid in the background, Harry Windsor is now the main event. He used to be in the papers for all the wrong reasons, but now that he's out of the royal bubble, he's spilling the tea on what really went down. From his rocky time with the royal family to his bold choice to do things his way, Harry's telling us stuff we never knew. From living in the Royal [...]
21+ Facts That Are Happy and Positive for a Change
Not to sound too macabre, but in today's world, many unfortunate things are happening all around us. It's easy to feel down with all the negative news surrounding us. However, many good things are happening around us that don't always make the headlines! So, we've gathered wholesome facts people have shared online (and fact-checked them) to help spread the cheer. That's the [...]
Wild TV Show Facts Most People Don’t Know
There is no denying that we have been blessed with many, many great television shows. Whether you want to watch something light or dramatic, you will always be able to find something to suit your mood. But have you ever been watching an episode of something and thought to yourself, "Why is this character wearing something different than they were a second ago?" or, "I wonder [...]
People Share Advice Commonly Given That is Definitely Wrong and Unhelpful
Have you ever gotten advice from someone and thought, "Well, that is absolute nonsense?" They say opinions are like noses; everyone has one. But sometimes, more often than not, said advice is incredibly unhelpful for the situation, and in other circumstances can even flip to the other side and become harmful. Users flocked to Reddit to discuss this exact issue, sharing some of [...]
These Happy Coincidences Make Us Believe in Fate
As we endure a lengthy recovery from various New Year’s escapades, many of us are in need of an injection of some good vibes to release some of that dopamine we might be lacking after those big nights. Have no fear; we’ve got you covered with this series of happy coincidences. Meet these real people finding long-lost loves, making miraculous discoveries, receiving help from [...]
Animal Snapchats That Are Beyond Adorable
Our pets are our best friends. We laugh at them, we cry with them, and most importantly, we laugh at them. We can't help it, they're just too funny. We can't communicate with animals, so most of the things they do seem strange to us. With every animal having their own distinct behaviors, it is inevitable that we find them doing things that range from the strange and to the [...]
People Share the Weird Things Their Partners Have Said and Done in Their Sleep
Sleepwalking is a behavior that science is still unable to fully explain, although many studies have been performed. Sleepwalking is most common among children, and while most kids outgrow it, the behavior persists for about 4% of American adults. Whether you’ve experienced someone sleepwalking or you do it yourself, you know that it can involve some really silly [...]
People Share Their Wildest Office Christmas Party Tales
Ah, Christmas...The lights on the trees, the snow all around, and the feeling of joy in the air…it’s truly magical! And the annual office Christmas party is a cherished time for all to unwind and reflect on the year. Of course, you can’t relax too much; it’s still a professional environment. Here are some of the real and craziest moments from office Christmas parties. #1: [...]
Comically Accurate Sports Memes That Aren’t Just for Fans
This article was originally published on myhealthgazette.com Sports have been around for millennia and sports fans have been around for just as long. From soccer to football, Olympic Games to stadium competitions, you can find a diehard sports fan any which way you turn. Of course, with the huge fandom surrounding every sports team comes spicy, hilarious, and ironic [...]
Safety Tips to Help Women Keep the Creeps at Bay
Let's be honest, it isn't easy being a woman in the 21st century... Sure, there are so many fun distractions, like getting your hair done or buying a new dress, but let's not ignore the giant pink elephant in the room. More so than men, women need to know how to protect themselves when alone in public. Self-defense is no joke and is often rather intimidating for people to even [...]
“People See You as 20% More Attractive Than You Are” and More Uplifting Facts We Didn’t Know
Not to sound too macabre, but in today's world, there are a lot of unfortunate things happening all around us. It's easy to feel down with all the negative news surrounding us. However, there are a lot of good things happening around us that don't always make the headlines! So, we've gathered wholesome facts people have shared online (and fact-checked them) to help spread the [...]
“I Always Thought Ham Was a Type of Bird”: Times Intelligent People Did Things That Were Not-So-Smart
There is no denying that, more often than not, we humans are almost always the real danger that stands in our own way. We have all done something stupid more than once in our lives, but when you meet an overwhelmingly intelligent person, you would assume that they are different. They don't get confused with how to open a door or put the wrong shoe on the wrong foot in the [...]
Alien or Fabrication? Recent UFO Sightings Spark an Online Debate About Extraterrestrial Life and the Use of UFOs as a distraction
The debate of whether there is life beyond our solar system has always been up for debate, but recent world events have people questioning what is real and what is a ploy to trick the masses. So what'll it be? Are you a believer, or is all of this just another one of their distractions? In recent weeks, there have been several sightings of UFOs throughout skies across the [...]
These Memes Remind Us Why the 90s Were the Best Decade Ever
Get ready to dust off those photo albums and unleash a tidal wave of nostalgia as we dive into a world where dial-up internet was our best friend, VHS tapes were our entertainment lifelines, and crimped hair ruled the land like a wild beast. Brace yourselves for a delightful collision of fashion disasters, questionable hairstyles, and unforgettable pop culture moments that [...]
Touring the McDonald’s Menu Around the World
Many bands throughout time have gone on world tours to entertain their fans, but no musical group can ever come close to the Golden Arches World Tour. We are referring to the beloved fast-food chain McDonald's, of course. With locations in over 100 countries, McDonalds' World Tour will not end any time soon. They have certainly upped their game since the first McDonalds opened [...]
Comparison Images That Will Have You Doing Double Takes
There’s something mind-blowing about seeing people in photographs taken years apart, or living in a town and noticing how different your window view is season after season. Even our children and pets can surprise us when we notice how much they’ve changed (or even how much they haven’t) over the years. The passage of time, no matter how long, can leave a lasting impression both [...]
Simple Yet Clever Hacks That Can Help You Win at Life
Life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes you may find yourself in a situation that you aren’t sure how to handle. Don’t fret, because as these people show, there are several hacks you can use to master difficult, unexpected, and seemingly impossible situations - simply using simple items that you can find lying around your home. These hacks will also help to boost your [...]
Innovative Tattoos That Inked Us with Inspiration
People have varying opinions on tattoos. Some people love them and others would never consider getting one, not even for a second. Regardless, the one thing that we can all agree on is that tattoos offer people a way to express their creativity. A tattoo will stay with you forever, so the last thing you want is one that has been done too much. This is an opportunity to let your [...]
People Share Their Neighbors’ Eccentricities in Amusing Photos
Unless you live out in the middle of nowhere, it’s likely that you have to deal with wacky neighbors, just like everyone else on this planet. But have you ever wondered just how your neighbors measure up? You may come to learn that your neighbors are relatively normal in comparison to some of the crazy antics other people have to deal with on a daily basis! After discovering [...]
Comically Accurate Starter Packs That Give Us a Fresh Perspective on Modern Life
Welcome to the world of hilariously relatable starter packs! Prepare for a bellyaching, laughter-filled adventure as we dive into the absurdity of everyday life neatly packaged into bite-sized portions. From the "College Weight Gain" starter pack, complete with mismatched socks and an empty fridge, to the "Working Class Children's Supper" starter pack, these starter packs serve [...]
Fun-Loving Folks Who Chose to Take Things Too Literally
It’s a good thing that we’re humans and not robots. We're able to see things and interpret them as they were intended to be. It’d be a bit unpleasant if we took it literally anytime somebody said to “break a leg”. A lot of the time, words, phrases, and even gestures don’t mean what they mean literally. How would things be if we took all those words at face value, though? Forget [...]
Amusing Passive-Aggressive Notes That Are Sure to Solve Every Situation
Have you ever lived with a roommate who just can’t seem to pull their weight when it comes to housework? Or do you sometimes see people who are parked in the rudest manner possible? Don’t be ashamed, everyone gets annoyed by this type of thing from time to time. What matters is how you decide to deal with the people that annoy you. For some people, it can be difficult to [...]
Dog Memes That Remind Us Why a Dog is a Man’s Best Friend
Like most people on the planet, there’s a good chance that you love dogs. Who wouldn't love them? These furry animals are so cute and pure-hearted that you can't help but fall in love with them. One thing that most dog owners know from years of keeping dogs is that they are extremely loyal animals that would put their lives on the line to safeguard their owners. With a dog at [...]
“The Monopoly Guy Does Not Have a Monocle”: People Share Mind-Boggling Examples of the Mandela Effect
Have you ever been certain that something was true—I mean, absolutely certain that you remember hearing or seeing something—only to find out that you were completely wrong? Even weirder, have you ever met someone who also made that exact same mistake? If so, you’ve experienced what’s called the Mandela effect: when multiple people all share the same mistaken idea or memory. Is [...]
People Open Up About Their Dumb Financial Decisions and Bad Investments
Have you ever heard of the Dunning-Kruger effect? This is a bias that’s been observed by scientists, where people who don’t know much about a subject overestimate how much they know. In other words, people who know absolutely nothing often convince themselves that they know everything. One area where people seem particularly susceptible to the Dunning-Kruger effect is finance. [...]
Retro Technology We Never Thought We’d Miss
Ah, the 90s and early 2000s. It was an era of technology that makes today’s sleek and shiny gadgets seem like something out of a sci-fi movie. It’s hard to fathom, but the clunky gadgets, dial-up internet, and bulky computers were considered exciting and cutting-edge at the time. Oh, how things have changed. Retro Tech Dreams is a popular Twitter page that is all [...]
These Amusing Tweets Prove That Women Are Hilarious
There is no better place to go than Twitter when it comes to finding funny things on the internet. There is just something about the way Twitter users can express their opinions, emotions, and weird thoughts in complete isolation from anything else which makes everything 10 times funnier. So if you add women into the mix you are bound to have some of the funniest Tweets ever... [...]
Vintage Photos Portraying American History in Celebration of 4th of July
This article was originally published on starandstyle.com Join us on a visual journey through the annals of American history as we explore a curated collection of vintage images that illuminate the past and evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. Each image tells a story, whether it be the solemn faces of Civil War soldiers, the exuberant crowds of a 1920s speakeasy, [...]
These World Facts Prove That There is So Much We Don’t Know
This article was originally published on Star and Style Get ready for a whirlwind adventure through the wacky world of facts! Buckle up and prepare to have your mind blown as we uncover the quirkiest, most mind-boggling things that have happened throughout the ages. Get ready to chuckle at the quirks of human behavior, scratch your head at nature's peculiar creations, and [...]
Instances When a Second Look Changed What We Thought We Saw
The human brain is magnificent. All you need are a few seconds of looking at an image or an object and your brain can construct the rest. We look at something or hear something and our brains know how to complete it. We’re so used to making these assumptions that we don’t even notice when it happens. However, in some cases, our brain makes those assumptions only for us to take [...]
Ordinary People Who Found Clever Solutions to Tricky Problems
If you’re living life anything like the rest of us, you’re likely to run into annoying problems in your everyday life. Unlike math problems though, these don’t have a straightforward solution, leaving you scratching your head and trying to figure out how to solve them. A lot of the time, the ‘proper’ fix will take a lot of time or money, and sometimes it seems like it isn't [...]
The Full Story and Little-Known Facts About Al Capone, the Original Scarface
You've probably heard the name Al Capone, but how much do you know about the infamous mob boss? Widely known as "Scarface," Capone was one of the most infamous figures in American history during the Prohibition era. He rose to notoriety as a powerful mobster in Chicago, amassing considerable wealth and influence through illegal activities. Capone's violent reign over Chicago's [...]
Intriguing Facts That Give Us a Rare Glimpse Into the Amish Way of Life
This article was originally published on myhealthgazette.com You've likely come across the Amish at some point, especially if you live in Pennsylvania or the Midwest. Yet, it's surprising how little we truly understand about this community that thrives across the United States. Nestled within their tight-knit societies, they embrace a tech-free existence and, while [...]
Iconic Historical Figures Who Have Been Photographed
Throughout our educational journey, from high school to now, we've grown accustomed to encountering awe-inspiring portraits of iconic historical figures such as George Washington, Helen Keller, and Isambard Kingdom Brunel. However, it's truly mind-boggling to consider that the oldest known photograph dates back to a mere 27 years after Washington's passing in 1799. The birth of [...]
Each U.S. State Ranked According to How Harsh It’s Winters Are
Perhaps you're one of the lucky few spending holidays in shorts, sipping piña coladas on sunny shores. But, if you call America home, you likely endure a harsh winter filled with chapped lips, snow shoveling, nerve-wracking commutes, and layer upon layer of clothing. Let's be honest; there are only a handful of states worth visiting during the colder months. We have created a [...]
People Turned to Social Media to Find the Purpose of Absolutely Random Items
Say whatever you will about the internet, but it comes in handy from time to time. Whenever there's something we don't know (and let's face it, there's a lot we don't know), we turn to the internet for help or advice. Time and again, the internet has helped people answer burning questions and settle debates. The r/WhatIsThisThing forum on Reddit has helped people figure out the [...]
Easter Eggs We’ve Never Noticed in Cartoons and Childhood Favorites
Disney and other animated films are a big part of our childhood. While animated movies and cartoons are created for kids, that doesn't mean adults can't enjoy them! Animated movies and TV shows often include so many hidden details and clever references that we don't understand as children, which is why re-watching all our childhood favorites is so fun! As adults, we suddenly [...]