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US Military Members Are Revealing How They Honestly Feel About The Trump Administration — Here's What They Had To Say
"Americans need to stop voting strictly by party lines and begin voting for what is best for the country as a whole."
MAGA Senator Was Just Stunned Into Silence On Air After Learning The Trump Admin Sold Out His State
CNN host Kaitlan Collins didn't let Tim Sheehy off the hook at all.
"This Isn't The Flex She Thinks It Is": Kim Kardashian Has Left People Divided With Her Comments About Expenses
"I don't have a concept of what, like, certain simple things cost."
This One 'Harmless' Work Habit May Actually Be Anxiety In Disguise
It's incredibly common — but there are ways to cope so you can thrive in your job.
These Employees Are Exposing The Dirty Little Secrets Their Jobs Do NOT Want Customers To Know
Some of these secrets are funny, others are kind of horrifying.
People Have Little Sympathy For This Trump Supporter Who Said They'd "Gladly" Pay More For Groceries...Until They Got The Bill
Another day, another Trump supporter taking back their words.
"I've Never Seen Someone Get Fired Faster": People Are Sharing The Dumbest Things Their Coworkers Have Ever Done
"We had a new guy who said he couldn't poop without smoking a cigarette at the same time. We found out after he clearly smoked a cigarette in the bathroom."
23 Things Adults Finally Purchased Because Their Parents Never Let Them Have Them Growing Up
Those missed toys, gadgets, or clothes can stick in our memories just as much as the ones we did get.
"I Was Dumbfounded That He Lived His Life Thinking That": 19 Adults Are Sharing The Most Unfathomable Things They've Ever Had To Explain To Another Grown Up
"I have no idea how he even got that idea..."
"No F*cking Thank You": 31 Times People Were So Fed Up With Work That They Quit Their Jobs On The Spot
"Two of us actually walked out that day over it."
Tom Hanks Fired An Actor For Having "Dead Eyes," And 12 Other Surprising Reasons Actors And Directors Got Someone Sacked
Two "Seinfeld" guest stars were booted from the show to keep the main cast happy!
People Who Got Plastic Surgery And Now Regret It Are Revealing Why, And Some Of These Are Genuinely Terrifying
"It messed up my stomach to the point of needing lipo. 0/10."
"This Is The Strangest Employment Market": This Recruiter Just Nailed Why It's So Bizarrely Hard To Find A Job Right Now
"This is the strangest employment market I have ever recruited in."
I Can't Help But Feel Bad For These 16 Poor Souls Who Had Bad Days At Work
I wish very, very good days ahead for all those in the throes of a bad day at work.
18 Cheaters Who Were Served Some Ice-Cold Revenge By Their Heartbroken Exes
"He knew it was me, but he couldn't prove it."
What are the signs someone is "new money?"
Check out the subtle signs between "old" and "new" money and let us know if you agree 👀.
22 Wild, WTF Moments That Truckers And Rest Stop Workers Witnessed Or Experienced
"I've definitely seen my fair share of weird and wild, but this is the one thing that has always stuck in my mind..."
"There Is No Cure": Doctors And Nurses Are Calling Out The Health "Lies" People Still Believe (But Really Shouldn't)
"Often, patients say they are allergic to morphine and codeine because they experience nausea and vomiting with these medications. This is NOT AN ALLERGY. This is a side effect."
Sia’s Estranged Husband Is Reportedly Requesting That She Pay Him $250,000 Per Month In Spousal Support — Here’s Everything There Is To Know
“Sia has the ability to pay me spousal support to maintain our financial status quo,” said Dan, who detailed spending over $400,000 a month on things like fine dining and private jet trips while they were together.
Nurses Are Begging People To Stop Saying These 7 Incredibly Rude Phrases When They're Being Taken Care Of
Don't be this person at the ER or doctor's office.
11 WFH Workers Get Real About Whether They 'Take The P*ss'
"It's a skill."
6 Things People Do Differently In Finland, The Happiest Country In The World
Even with zero sunlight throughout the year, people in Finland thrive when it comes to their life satisfaction.
After Kaorline Leavitt Announced The White House Is Using Tariff Money On This Important Woman's Program, Gavin Newsom Backhandedly Thanked Them
The government shutdown has threatened a special nutrition assistance program for several million women, infants and children.
Cashiers Are Sharing Their Biggest Customer Pet Peeves, And I’m Actually Shocked At How Inconsiderate People Are
"I had a lady put her cash on the counter. I counted out her change and put it back on the counter, as she was on her phone. She loudly said, 'Excuse me, you don't put it on the counter, you put it in my hand!'"
People Are Sharing The Jobs That Don’t Require A College Degree And Actually Pay Well (Like, REALLY Well)
"I'm a seamster and I charge my clients $75 an hour. There's no shortage of work in my area. I must say, I've spent almost three decades refining my skill set. My mom taught me how to sew as a child."
Folks Are Sharing The Talents That Are Becoming Completely Useless And I'm Feeling Personally Attacked
"Writing well. People just don't care."
Small Business Owners, Share With Us The Hidden Costs Of Trumpism None Of Us Even Think Of
Because some of us have been hit harder than expected.
"He Got Two Coworkers Pregnant At The Same Time": 24 Scandalous Stories Of People Who Hooked Up With Their Coworkers
There are other fish in the sea, people!
People Are Sharing Things They Stopped Buying Because They've Gotten Too Expensive And Are No Longer Worth It
Here's what people are saying has become increasingly difficult to justify the expense of.
Millennials Are Sharing How They Feel About The Idea That We Have “No Hope,” And It’s Both Accurate And Depressing
"It's massive burnout, and the hopelessness is warranted."
People Are Calling Out Things That Used To Be "Good" Until They Became Wayyy Too Popular
"Dollar stores. I'm so old, I can remember when they actually sold stuff for a dollar. Now, not even the cheapest junk food snacks are just a dollar."
13 Celebs Who Were Their Families' Main Breadwinners As Literal Children
Wil Wheaton said, "As I got older, my only request, ever, was to please let me be a kid and stop making me work. Until I ended contact with [my parents], they gaslighted me about this whenever I brought it up."
43 Things For Thirtysomethings Who Want To Get Their Money’s Worth During The Prime Big Deal Days Sale
Personally, I'm having a hard time not adding every single one of these to my cart.
Karoline Leavitt Just Proved This Administration Can't Do Simple Math, And People Are Genuinely Concerned For Our Nation's Future
"Every day they insult the intelligence of the American people, and every day people defend it," one social media user said of the statement.
27 Totally Random Anonymous Confessions People Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Wanted To Get Off Their Chests
"He'll go to his grave thinking that's a real autograph."
"Rude, Entitled, And Doesn't Tip A Penny": Servers Are Revealing The Best And Worst Celebrity Tippers
"He asked the server if the restaurant was going to take care of the bill for him."
The Biggest Mistakes People Make In Their Wills, According To Estate Lawyers
A will is one of the most important legal documents an adult can make, but too many people don't think about these mistakes.
The Most Practical Things Worth Buying During Amazon Canada's Prime Big Deal Days
Each and every one of these products are useful (and on sale).
"I Refuse To Pay": 19 Every Day Things That Adults Say They're Now "Too Old" To Put Up With, And I Felt All Of These In My Soul
"They’ll be a little perturbed, but they can’t make you do it..."
People Are Revealing "Subtle Signs" They Notice Right Away That Indicate Someone Is Incredibly Intelligent
"It's a good way to show others that it's okay to question things if you don't understand them."
“Disgusting And Anti-Art”: This Is Why People Are Calling Out Taylor Swift After “The Life Of A Showgirl’s” Release Weekend
“Can’t you just be nice to your fans for once? Haven’t you got enough of their money yet?”
"It's Way Cheaper And Super Easy To Make": People Are Sharing The Store-Bought Items They've Ditched For Homemade Variations That Basically Cost Pennies To Make
"It ends up being about $2 to make the same amount as the $10 store-bought tub."
People Are Sharing Jobs That Pay So Much F—ing Money, But Nobody Actually Wants To Do Them
"Some of those drivers got paid $10 to $15 PER MILE. They didn't own the equipment either. So, imagine you're driving a truck for 500 miles, which was typically less than a day's work; they were grossing $5,000 to $7,500 a day."
This Man Posted About How He Feels "Lost" By The Political Divide Happening In America Right Now, And People Did Not Hold Back With Their Responses
"Someone said: 'Politics is not a marriage, you're not looking for The One; it's public transportation, you're just trying to get a bus that's going in the direction you want to go.'"
"Men Having Temper Tantrums All Over The Damn Place": Experts Say Something Called "Irritable Male Syndrome" Is A Real Thing, And It Might Explain A Lot About The Men In Your Life
"While it does usually occur in men later in life, I’ve seen men in their 20s or 30s, who have poor diets, high stress, and other factors, can also experience IMS," one expert shared.
41 Very, Very, Very, Very Diabolical Ways People Got Revenge On Their Cheating Exes
"I became best friends with the girl he cheated with. Not a planned revenge, but the best kind. I gained a sister, and he has to watch us thrive together!"
This Man Revoked His Server's Entire Tip After They Complained About The Amount Publicly, And The Whole Internet Is On His Side
"We were just standing up to leave when Samantha came over, took the cash, and said, 'Seriously? This is it?'"
People Are Sharing Their Wildly Different Opinions On Non-Citizens Getting Healthcare, And It's Eye-Opening
"I'd rather give immigrants healthcare than billionaires' tax cuts."
A European Got A MAGA-Loving American Deported From Europe, And The Internet Is Having An Absolute Field Day With It
"I love that he became the thing he most hated, an illegal."
People Are Sharing The Professions That Actually Deserve Every Bit Of Hate They Get, And Wow, This List Is Scathing
"People who work in the funeral industry. Exploiting vulnerable people by guilting them into spending an exorbitant amount of money on a box you'll bury in the ground."
If You Recently Bought A Home And Actually Really, Really Regret It, Tell Us Why
Buying a home is supposed to be one of life's big milestones. But sometimes, the reality of being a homeowner comes with way more stress, regret, and unexpected challenges than anyone warned you about.
Tell Us About The Wildest Or Most Unhinged Influencer Behavior You've Ever Witnessed IRL
We've all seen influencers go to wild lengths for a post — now we want to hear the most over-the-top antics you've witnessed IRL.
Travel Experts Are Sharing The 6 Things You Need To Know (Or Do) During This Government Shutdown
It’s important to understand what the shutdown means for everything, including airport TSA lines, national park closures, and passport processing times.
Choose Foods From Every Color And We'll Tell You What Job You Should Actuallyyyyyy Have
Let's hope it's not a desk job!
Here Are 17 Top-Secret IRL "Cheat Codes" That Employees Shared From Their Industries
"Specific phrases are understood and get the attention of medical professionals more than others..."
Women Who Married Into Wealth Are Sharing How They Met Their Partners, And This Is Fascinating
"On a plane. He sat next to me. In economy."
Here's Absolutely Everything You Need To Know About This Week's WNBA Drama That Might Actually Shut Down The Entire League
The WNBA league commissioner reportedly said this week that "Players should be on their knees thanking their lucky stars for the media rights deal that I got them."
A "Wheel Of Fortune" Player Won $1,000,000 By Guessing This Puzzle In Less Than 10 Seconds — Can You?
Christina Derevjanik became the fifth person to win $1 million on Wheel of Fortune after solving this final puzzle, and she did it so quickly.
You Might Literally Be Einstein Reincarnated If You Can Pass This 25-Question General Trivia Test
If your brain hates numbers, get ready for a challenge.
Someone Took A Photo Of A Trump Official Reading A Panicked Text About A "Highly Unfortunate" International Issue, And You Really Should Read The Text
The text was caught on camera by the Associated Press.
AOC Just Absolutely Destroyed Trump's Government Shutdown Plan, And It's Exactly What We Needed Today
"They are underwater across the board, and they know it," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivered a rallying cry for Democrats ahead of an expected government shutdown.
This Breakdown On How Trump's Economy Is Doing Will Realllllllly P*ss Off Your MAGA Grandparents
I'm keeping track of Trump's economy right here. Every month. Enjoy!
"Why Not Hire An American?" — The Internet Is Calling Out The Trump Administration Over Their Latest Post
The irony of the labor department being called "lazy."
Americans, We Want To Know How The Government Shutdown Will Affect You
A government shutdown can have big and small effects for millions of us.
That $29 Flight You Scored Might Be Too Good To Be True. Here's What Experts Say About Those Ultra-Low Budget Fares.
“No customer service phone number listed on their website, only email or chat, is a major red flag.”
These 29 Tips From Women In Their 30s And 40s Actually Made Me, A 23-Year-Old, Tear Up
Giving myself carpal tunnel from how furiously I'm taking notes.
43 Filthy Rich People Who Are So Detached From Reality I Would Pay To See Them Try To Use A Laundromat
"[He] had been going to Paris twice a year since he was 12 to purchase all new clothes to replace the previous season's wardrobe.... He genuinely did not know that normal people just keep wearing the same clothes for years."
Teachers Are Sharing The Moment Their Students Made Them Think, "Yep, I'm Officially Old," And It Hurts How Much I Relate
"I mentioned 9/11 in one of my college classes, and one student said, 'I was born that year.'"
Ultra-Millionaires Are Sharing Things Only The Super Wealthy Can Buy That "Regular" People Don't Even Know Exist
"Rich people can get their pet cloned. My ex-boss was getting his dog cloned for $100K."
"He Was The Cheapest Man I'd Ever Met": Adult Women Are Sharing Their Experiences With Dating Extremely Rich People, And Whoaaaaaa
"He once said that a human's intrinsic value is tied to how much they're financially worth, and that I was lesser than him because I didn't make as much money as he did."
People In The US Are Sharing How They Really Feel About Employees Being Fired For Sharing Their Opinions About Charlie Kirk's Death
"I feel like someone should release the files."
Trump Is Getting Absolutely Dragged For Flexing His Gold White House Makeover While Americans Can't Afford Groceries
"How does this lower my grocery, gas, and insurance prices?" one user asked after the president's boast on social media.
"It Can Kill You At Any Time": 27 Absolutely Bonkers Medical Facts That'll Make You Wonder How Your Body Hasn't Given Up Yet
"Your brain is designed to protect itself at all costs — which is often eventually what kills it."
Experts Revealed The Age Group That Is Most Likely To Be Replaced By AI In The Workforce, And It's Not Who You Think
Researchers found that one age group, in particular, is vulnerable to AI displacement ― and it might not be who you think.
15 "Disturbing" Secrets About The Food Industry That You Should Know Before You Eat Out
"We had a piece of equipment go down on the line. Called for service, and the technician pulled off the front panel. We had a large rat living in it. It made a bed of bacon and French fries."
People Are Sharing What They Started To Dislike As They Got Older, And I Honestly Agree With A Lot Of These
From late nights to loud crowds, these are the things that lose their appeal over time.
13 "Bad" Habits That Are Seriously Ruining Your Health, According To Doctors And Nurses
"DON'T skip weight training. Life-long resistance training is essential to safety as you age and your ability to live out your days in your home."
I've Been To Over 20 Homeschool Conferences. The Things I've Witnessed At Them Shocked Me.
"I am 20 minutes into the presentation when a woman interrupts me. 'When are you going to talk about God in all of this?' she asks."
29 Customers Who May Just Be The Dumbest People On The Planet (And That's Saying Something)
I'm getting a headache just reading these.
Adults Are Sharing The Everyday, Common Experiences From The '70s That Would Have Younger Generations Completely Shocked
"We have definitely come a long way since then, but with our current administration, we're scarily going back in time."
17 Times A Customer Came Into A Place Of Business, Said The Most Batsh*t Thing Imaginable, And Dipped
Counting my blessings that I never got asked for a lock of my hair!
People Are Absolutely Losing It Over This Woman Who's Demanding $30,000 Of Her Sister's Inheritance To Help Pay For Her Destination Wedding, Or She Won't Invite Her
"Now my sister says she won’t invite me to the wedding at all unless I 'do the right thing.'"
People Are Revealing What The Rich Buy That Most Everyone Else Doesn't Even Know Is Available For Purchase
Yes, money can buy you happiness, and apparently almost everything.
I Almost Got Fired From Laughing So Hard At These Funny Job Tweets
"Not my supervisor that’s been motivating me to stick it out at my job just put in her two weeks"
Travelers Are Sharing The Cities That Disappointed Them The Most When They Finally Visited, And I'm Never Trusting Instagram Travel Photos Again
"Miami. It started at the airport and went downhill from there. Rudest city I've ever been to by far."
Homeowners Who Found Incredible Hidden Treasures In Their New Homes Are Sharing Their Finds, And Now I'm Checking Every Inch Of My Walls For Secret Compartments
"She died and left me as her sole heir."
People Who Moved From A Red State To A Blue State Are Sharing Whether Or Not It Actually Improved Their Quality Of Life
"I moved from Texas to California as a single mother with two children. Life improved so much. There are so many social safety nets in California, where there were almost none in Texas."
Adults Are Revealing Things Their Teachers Did In '80s And '90s That "Would Not Fly Today" And There's A Lot Going On Here
"She totally embarrassed me in front of the entire class."
9 Tragic And 'Creative' Student Meals That Show Why Nationwide Is Throwing Money At Them For Takeout
"I had no pots or pans so I tried to cook pasta in hot water in the bath."
11 Cringeworthy Times Nepo Babies Made It Very Clear That They Hate Being Called Nepo Babies
“Obviously it’s not fair that people who come from famous families are getting a leg up because of that but guess what? Life isn’t fair...If you put your mind to something you can accomplish anything!”
People Are Sharing The "Useful" Things We Should Have Actually Been Taught In School, And The Discourse Is Making Me Furiously Nod My Head
"Finances and money management, including pensions, investing, and mortgages, so that everyone has a chance to build wealth."
Sherri Shepherd Once Ended Up In Jail Because She Truly Believed The Rapture Was Coming And Stopped Paying Her Bills, And The Story Is Wild
“I didn't pay my bills. I didn't pay my taxes. I did not pay my traffic tickets because why would I pay anything when the world's about to end?”
People Are Sharing The Mandatory "Must-Buys" When Moving Into A New Place, And My Small Brain Didn't Think About Half Of These
"You will need these way more often than you think."
This 25-Question Spelling Test Is So Hard, 95% Of Americans Can't Even Pass — Can You?
Time to go back to high school English class.
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