I’m a huge proponent of using an item until you absolutely can’t any longer. My shoes are worn until they’re completely ripped open, and my devices aren’t replaced until they no longer turn on. But ideally, I wouldn’t ever have to replace the things I buy, because they would last for the rest of my … Read more
Saving money often sounds easier than it is, even if you have disposable income once the bills are paid. That’s because nowadays, there are so many things that scream ‘buy me’ and the process of buying itself has never been easier – just a few clicks and your cart is paid off. But what if … Read more
Probably many of us know what a joyful experience a shopping spree can be. For some, it might be the best way to spend their time (and money, of course). This “hobby” has gotten so popular that even kids aren’t immune to it. Like this 8-year-old girl. She stole her parents’ car and drove off … Read more
Every year, US companies spend $15 billion on managerial and leadership development. But how much of that money actually goes to good use? According to a study by Life Meets Work, 56% of American workers claim their boss is mildly or highly toxic. Another study by the American Psychological Association found that 75% of Americans … Read more
When you’re in your 20s, you have your entire life ahead of you. The world is your oyster, and your lack of experience and wisdom may make you feel naively invincible. However, Father Time waits for no one. Before you know it, you’ll be in your 40s, remembering what you’ve taken for granted. You’ll also … Read more
Ojani Noa, Jennifer Lopez’s first husband, says he empathizes with Ben Affleck and has offered the actress some relationship advice amid her recent divorce. Jennifer and Ojani met when he was working as a waiter in Miami in 1997. The two were immediately attracted to each other. They got married the same year and divorced … Read more
When people book a room in a hotel, especially way in advance, they reasonably expect to get one upon arriving at said hotel. But that’s not always what happens. Take this mildly infuriated couple, for instance. They came to the hotel only to learn that it had no room for the guests, despite the fact … Read more
One of the most famous pieces of research on prediction was done by Philip Tetlock. He asked a group of pundits and foreign affairs experts to speculate about various geopolitical events, like whether the Soviet Union would disintegrate by 1993. Interestingly, the “experts” struggled to perform better than “dart-throwing chimps,” and were consistently less accurate … Read more
The late great Anthony Bourdain once described the “customer from hell.” According to the chef turned TV personality, it’s usually a miserable individual who decides to mistreat waitstaff to feel better about themselves. The following photos are from restaurant employees who deemed it necessary to share their horrible experiences. You’re about to see supposedly sensible … Read more
