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How One Night of Shadowing a Cop Changed a Student’s Perspective Forever

There is a serious and long overdue conversation going on in America today, and it’s about the future of policing. People are tired of overreach, tired of the police being outfitted like they’re going to war in our streets, tired of being teargassed and beaten, and yes – for people of color – tired of...

8 Corny but Timeless Riddles That We Found on the Internet

Listen, there are different levels of riddle difficulty out there online – one for every person who loves solving riddles. And though these 8 riddles are popular, well-trodden, and sure, a bit corny here and there, things are classic for a reason, right? See if you can solve them all! 8. Alone washing dishes…or is...

Black Officer Shares Personal Account of How He Walks the Line Between Black and Blue Every Day

In America, it seems as if we are, more and more often, asked to choose a side. But what of the people who are asked, every day, to straddle one of those lines? Sadaka Kedar of Albany, New York, begins his essay with these words: “I am a black man. I am a police officer....

How Palm Oil Damages the Environment and Why You Should Care

It can be a bit fatiguing, to learn about everything we do and use on a daily basis that harms the environment. It’s a lot – sometimes it can seem like there’s nothing we can keep if we want to be responsible global citizens. There are plenty of alternatives, though, and some problems are too...

Biological Warfare Expert Explains Why Vegas Pools Should Be Avoided at All Costs

If you love visiting Las Vegas and luxuriating in one of their many fancy pools where waitstaff brings you booze and chicken wings all day, well…maybe don’t read this article. Or, if you do, plan on finding yourself a new favorite vacay spot (maybe the ocean, where saltwater kills a lot of stuff!). The tale...

16 People Who Have Been in Relationships With Diagnosed Sociopaths Dish on What It Was Like

I’m not sure that anyone wakes up one day and thinks they’d like to date someone who will probably never be able to genuinely return their affections, but hey – you never know what you’re going to end up with when you swipe right, you know? If you’re curious what it’s like to date someone...

Tumblr Writing Prompt About Monsters Provokes a Touching Short Story

As a writer, getting an interesting prompt can really jumpstart your creativity. You never know where it’s going to take you, and generally speaking, if you give the same prompt to a hundred writers, they would all come up with a totally different story. Tumblr does regular writing prompts, but this one, about a kid...

15 Medical Examiners Share the Biggest Autopsy Surprise They Ever Got

I’ve never considered being a medical examiner, but I do think the work that they do is both important and fascinating. Most of us probably feel like we have a pretty good idea of what their job looks like after watching so many crime scene shows on television, but do we really? After reading through...

Here’s When to Use ‘Due to’ and ‘Because of’ in a Sentence

The English language is mind-bogglingly confusing. There are so many random rules it’s enough to make your head spin. Like, what’s the difference between “due to” and “because of,” exactly? And do you need to keep track of when to use one versus the other? The differences are very subtle, but somewhat important, if you’re...

That Time a Karen Asked to Speak to the Manager of Another Customer and Got What She Deserved

Karens, identified by their short, choppy, frosted hairstyles and penchant for manager-talks, make headlines often for their strangely entitled behavior. No one knows what will set a Karen off, but when it happens, be prepared to find your manager or supervisor. But what do you do when you are actually another shopper at the same...

14 Tasty Meme Tidbits to Snack on After Dinner

Maybe you’re taking just a little break from work, or maybe your kids are playing quietly (for now!), or perhaps you’re just stealing a few minutes to check out from the realities that just won’t go away. Whatever it is, if you’re looking for a quick way to reset and maybe even smile while you’re...

George Floyd’s Daughter Paid Touching Tribute to Her Dad Saying He “Changed the World”

The killing of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police touched off marches across the U.S. and abroad. Black citizens have taken to the streets demanding accountability within law enforcement and a review of racist policies and treatment. Out of the shouting, chanting and singing from the streets, a small but meaningful voice reminded...

Adorable Sloths Have A Conversation With Each Other While Hanging Around

Sloths have to be one of the cutest animals on the planet. Not only are they super fuzzy and adorable looking, but they’re also very slow-moving and gentle. And they love nothing more than just hanging around. These little sloth friends are doing just that, all while making a truly heartwarming squeaking sound. Just try...

Here’s the Real Story Behind “OK” and “Okay”

There are certain little grammar and word usage rules that just don’t stick. Maybe you always had trouble with their, there and they’re. Or loose and lose. Or complement and compliment. One of those tricky little pairs is OK vs. okay. Why are there two different spellings of seemingly the same word? They both mean...