Despite the many campaigns against bullying, the problem still persists. However, one incident from 2015 became an inspiring anti-bullying story. In this case, there were no intervening parents or teachers; the kids themselves stood up for their classmates — and in the middle of a basketball game. As a cheerleader, Desiree Andrews stood by the...
Have you ever just looked at someone and thought “Ooo, they do not look well. I’m going to keep my distance from them!”? Well, turns out, this is part of human evolution and picking out sick people is something we’re somewhat good at. According to a study done in 2018, people are pretty accurate when...
What are your thoughts on a woman with a beard? It’s a male trait, boys are hairy and girls are hair-less, right? WRONG. Of course, we all know female beauty standards have kept women from rocking their natural look for too long. Honestly, I have to give it to social media here because although these...
Geoffroy de Reynal, a French engineer, designed igloo shelters for the homeless. Unlike the flimsy shelters, many unfortunate people have no choice but to occupy, these “igloos” are made from Polyethylene foam that retains body heat. They are also covered in aluminum foil. Therefore, “the temperatures inside the igloos are about 60 degrees Fahrenheit higher than outside....
It’s now a significant trend among senior citizens to buy cute tiny homes for their post-retirement years. Not RVs, but tiny wooden structures sometimes put up on wheels as an alternative to assisted living. These homes make it easy for elderly people to cope on their own. Having to worry about paying an outrageous mortgage and managing...
They say revenge is sweet, and maybe after reading today’s story, you’ll agree. Imagine working every waking moment coming up with a solid business plan- one you are sure will succeed. So, you go to ask for a bank loan. However, instead of getting approved, you are met with dissatisfaction and doubt. It’s a heartbreaking...
Young children all over the world fantasize about their favorite Fairy tale characters. From cowboy-themed birthday parties to princess-styled bedrooms. One little girl decided her favorite character was Rapunzel. 32 years later, she has grown out her hair so she can be just like the long-haired princess – minus the part where she was locked...
On August 31, a 28-year-old woman was arrested for skipping out on a restaurant bill for violating airport rules at Harry Reid International Airport. It was actually her good looks that got her arrested, according to Hend Bustami. Arrested Hend went missing after failing to pay her bill at Chili’s Tex-Mex restaurant at the airport....
Everyone has their own way they think a house should be run. From a no-shoe policy to a daily dusting saga. However, one woman has the internet up in arms over her method for cleaning her toilet brush. Instead of cleaning and disinfecting it separately, she puts it in the dishwasher and lets technology do...
Perspective is truly the root of all, is it not? You could see something in plain sight, and be baffled that someone else may fail to see what you see, they see it in a completely different manner that is proportionate to them personally. We all have had different experiences that will define how we...
Caring for the elderly is a fulfilling but sensitive duty. Nursing homes have to constantly devise new means to keep the elderly comfortable and happy. It’s not always easy to get them to follow a daily routine that’s suitable for their current state of health. A lot of elderly people who are admitted into care...
Most people understand that utility bills are a necessary evil if they want to live in the modern world – even if utility bills eat up a large portion of monthly income. That said, few are willing to pay more than they should be paying. In 2017, however, a shocking study revealed that many consumers...
