What is the answer to 9 – 3 ÷ 1/3 + 1 ? This question sparked much debate in Japan as people struggled to solve it. This viral math problem went global as thousands took on the challenge. Although math isn’t everyone’s favorite subject in school, solving equations is a great test of logic and problem-solving. This is...
Many of us enjoy getting a manicure every so often, but should babies have them done? A Reddit user posted a photo of a baby’s manicure in the forum Trashy that sparked a lengthy discussion on the dangers of babies having long fingernails. (1) Baby’s Manicure Causes Lengthy Online Discussion The online Reddit forum Trashy...
When you’re getting ready to have a baby, there’s a lot to stress about. Will it be a boy or a girl? What color should we paint the nursery? How much will the birth cost? How about prenatal care? If your or your partner’s parents live nearby though, childcare is usually something you can cross...
The day that Tony Mutabazi was adopted out of the foster care system was an incredibly happy day. Sadly, he was abandoned by that family at 11 years old. Just when he thought there was no hope, single dad Peter Mutabazi came to his rescue. (1) Single Dad Adopts Abandoned Child Tony entered the foster...
Sherlock Holmes may be the greatest fictional detective ever created, but even he would trouble in today’s generation. Moreover, how can one match the collective knowledge of the millions on the Internet? As such, whenever people encounter objects that leave them puzzled, they turn to the subreddit “What is this Thing?”. Here are 15+ mysterious...
Have you ever been accused of something you didn’t do? Chances are you have, it happens to almost everyone. Maybe as a kid you were accused of breaking something you didn’t, or as an adult you may have been accused of cheating on a spouse when you didn’t. But for Walter Forbes, a witness lied...
At one point in human history, there were no humans with blue eyes. As a blue-eyed person myself, that kind of messes with my head a little bit! But it’s true. From the dawn of human existence up until just a few thousand years ago, there were no blue-eyed people anywhere in the world. But...
It’s a no-brainer that sleep is vital for one’s health. That is why so many researchers study the best way to get good quality shut-eye. However, forget chamomile tea and meditating before bed. According to new research, women sleep better next to dogs. That’s right; Canisius College in New York State conducted a study that...
You have likely used vinegar in your kitchen to dress a salad or maybe to make a quick pickle. If you’re a little more environmentally conscious, you might have used it to clean your counters as well. But have you ever considered using it in your laundry? Vinegar provides an inexpensive alternative that is healthier...
As of November 23, 2020, there are more than 79,000 missing people in Mexico dating back to 2006. (1) The city of San Fernando is all-too-familiar with this fact. After her daughter’s murder in 2014, Miriam Rodríguez went on a taken-style mission to track down those responsible. This is her story. (2) Mother Avenges Daughter’s...
A mother in New Zealand is enraged after discovering that her seven-year-old son’s mouth was taped shut for talking too much in class. Not the only child who has experienced this form of punishment, she is demanding an explanation – and change. (1) Boy’s Mouth Taped Shut At New Zealand School Every parent sends their...
Optical illusions and brain teasers are a fun way to trick yourself or others and keep your mind sharp. Most people look at an image that makes them do a double take—finding it necessary to take a second look at what they might’ve seen. This brain teaser features adorable dolphins that are sure to perplex...
