I’m the older sister in my family, and growing up with a younger brother, I always felt the weight of setting a good example. And I tried my best, I really did, but he was a pro at pushing my buttons. Naturally, this led to some ridiculous arguments—we’d fight over the last cookie and the … Read more
Mistakes in the kitchen aren’t necessarily signs of someone’s incompetence. Too much salt? Maybe they were distracted. Undercooked meat? Perhaps there were problems with the oven. Bland sauce? They may have run out of spices. Because of that, we often stay quiet about people’s underwhelming cooking. Additionally, the closer the chef is to us, the … Read more
Thailand will become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage following the kingdom’s Senate approval of a marriage equality bill on Tuesday (June 18). The bill was passed with an overwhelming 130 votes in favor from all major parties and only four votes against it. Under the new law, called a “monumental … Read more
There are few things more “internet” than the humble meme. Despite starting as a term to describe the “viral” spread of culture and ideas, we’ve now taken this concept to make funny images that make millions laugh across the entire world. So if you are feeling bored, tired or just a little sad, feel free … Read more
A bachelorette party is the ultimate pre-wedding celebration for many brides-to-be, where they, along with their besties, enjoy a night (or weekend) filled with fun and laughter. However, sometimes plans can be hampered if a friend has to cancel or you are not able to book your dream destination. But do you know what happens … Read more
What would you do if your kid turned a family dinner into a comedy show with fart jokes? Just imagine trying to keep a straight face while teaching table manners, only to have your 14-year-old daughter turn the meal into a gas-filled giggle fest. Our protagonist was dealing with this situation when her daughter’s unique … Read more
When life gives you lemons look at heart-warming photos on the internet. Maybe somebody took your parking spot, shoved you on the metro or was rude to you at the drive-through; whatever the reason, when you have a rough day it is easy to think there are just a bunch of shitty people walking around. … Read more
Organizing a trip for a bunch of people is a hassle in the best of circumstances. It can erode friendships and shatter family bonds as miscommunication and arguments happen. So perhaps a break-up is a blessing in disguise. Unless, of course, the whole thing is on your credit card. One woman turned to the Internet … Read more
You’re already late for work when you spill coffee on your white shirt, then rush to change it and run through the door only to realize that you don’t know where your keys are. Then, after five minutes of frantic running around, you find them in the pocket of your jeans, finally lock the door, … Read more
The whole point of making a reservation at a restaurant is to be sure that you’ll have a table to sit at when you come and to avoid waiting if the place is full. But apparently a reservation is not set in stone, as it was evident from a Redditor’s experience. She made a reservation … Read more