In September 2011, basketball player Ron Artest officially changed his name to Metta World Peace, and about a decade later, publicly announced that from now on he should be addressed as Metta Sandiford-Artest. Well, celebs are sometimes subject to desires to change their name, and insistently demand that they be called in a new way, … Read more
Financial stability is vital. And couples need to be on the same page in terms of savings, expenses, and goals. However, there’s far more to a successful and deep relationship than just someone’s income stream. Trust, respect, passion, good communication—they’re fundamental. Unfortunately, some parents put too much emphasis on their kids finding someone who earns … Read more
Parents often say that everything they do is for the well-being of their children. However, sometimes they might not realize they’re going overboard with the “everything” bit. In fact, 62% of parents in the U.S. admit they can be too overprotective sometimes. And that goes for parents whose children are already adults. One woman shared … Read more
Tight deadlines for year-end tasks and preparing for the next can make the holiday season a stressful time at work. So, companies usually add a little celebration to lighten the mood. But one employee shared a story of how a Secret Santa exchange only made things worse. They carefully chose a thoughtful gift for their … Read more
Uber has become a phenomenon is the last few years, revolutionizing the ways many of us travel and shaking up the entire local transport industry. However despite its conveniences there are inevitably drawbacks, as this passenger found out to their cost. Taking an Uber ride in Las Vegas, things turned from bad to worse for … Read more
Some women are genuinely lovely. They bring the positive vibes to any situation they find themselves in. They’re kind, caring, considerate and sweet as honey. Then you get those who purely pretend. This girl presents as drama-free, supportive and easy-going. She claims to be “not like the others.” But scratch below the surface of that … Read more
Running a daycare can be a lot of fun because you get to be around a lot of wonderful kids and help look after them. It can also be a very taxing experience having to deal with the parents of those children, their expectations, and incessant demands. This is what one childcare provider faced after … Read more
Most work drama stories tend to revolve around an entitled manager or a boss with demands that really exceed the possibilities of physical reality. But sometimes the roles are reversed and it’s the person in charge going online for help on how to resolve a workplace issue. A manager turned to the internet for advice … Read more
For decades, the Cannes Film Festival red carpet has been synonymous with jaw-dropping couture and celebrities pushing fashion boundaries to their absolute limit. But after years of increasingly daring “n*ked dresses,” dramatic trains clogging the famous staircase, and headline-grabbing viral moments, Cannes finally decided enough was enough. Last year, the prestigious festival introduced stricter dress … Read more
Meeting your partner’s parents for the first time can be stressful. You hope things go smoothly, or at the very least, that nothing too awkward happens. But when this Redditor brought her boyfriend home for a family weekend, things went sideways for a reason she never saw coming. After staying at her parents’ house, the … Read more