Humor
funny stories

People who've scored 'lifetime supply' prizes share the surprising details of how it really works

From energy-drink thrones to ID cards for free beer.

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shoes, cheap shoes, fast fashion, fast fashion brands, sustainable fashion, economy, shrinklfation, money, sustainable shoes
Education
economy

Man uses the shoe aisle to perfectly explain why middle-class Americans are hurting

The "garbage shoes" helped him demonstrate his point brilliantly.

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Family
fatherhood

'How entitled could you be?' UPS driver shares blunt message about stay-at-home moms.

“Let’s get real!"

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Pop Culture
language

27 words and phrases that people agree are overused and need to be retired in 2026

"Every term invented to get around TikTok censors."

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Community
joy

Cheese-loving toddler gains delightfully obsessed fan base after 'heartbreaking' viral video

We felt that betrayal in our bones, Asa.

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Education
conversation tips

Communication expert shares 2-step method for talking to people who never admit they're wrong

Here's how to talk through the brick wall.

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Family
kids

College prep expert ranks how 17 common extracurricular activities affect student applications

"Anything that thousands of kids are doing is always going to be less helpful for you."

College prep expert ranks how 17 common extracurricular activities affect student applications
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Schools
school

Another school district just shifted to a 4-day week and parents are making themselves heard

America already has fewer school days than most other countries.

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Modern Families
parenting

Dad takes kids' devices then captures hilarious, pathetic video of them 'playing' outside

Have kids forgotten how to just...play?

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Pop Culture
generations

My Gen Z kids see periods in my texts as 'aggressive.' Nope. They're really not.

This is a Gen Z hill I am willing to die on.

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Family
babies

Baby 'writes' heartbreaking pre-apology note to plane passengers on its first flight

"I made a deal to be on my best behaviour—but I can’t make any guarantees."

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Culture
unrealistic beauty standards

Historians explain why everyone was so darn pale in those Victorian-era portraits

Consumption became something to be envious of.

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Pop Culture
joy

Robin Williams being ridiculous in a 1977 phone commercial is a timeless delight

The nostalgia we always need.

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Teachers
teaching

Swim coach's reaction when toddler tried to kiss him is a masterclass in teaching boundaries

People are impressed with his quick thinking and professionalism

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Joy
family

Adults share their parents' most laugh-out-loud 'gramnesia' moments, and it's so relatable

"Sometimes I wonder if my parents have ever actually met a child."

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Pets
pets

When do you know it's time to let a pet go? Veterinarians weigh in on tough end-of-life decisions.

There's a lot to consider, but one thing nearly all vets agree on.

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Internet
life goals

Adults share 'overrated adult goals' that younger people should avoid falling for

You don't have to love your career.

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Community
declutter

Decluttering expert shares exactly how she cracked the code to a blissfully organized home

If you struggle to declutter, Dana K. White has the perfect advice.

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Pop Culture
conversation tips

Communication expert shares 3 simple 'power moves' to not take criticism personally

“If I hear something that’s offensive, I’ll be like ‘okay, that’s trash.’ In my mind, I grab it with my right hand…and throw it.”