The world is an intriguing place. However, our mundane everyday lives sometimes make us forget that. To remind you about the interesting things around us, Bored Panda has compiled a collection of rarely seen pictures, and they should definitely catch you off-guard. But in a totally good way. From a grain of sand magnified 300 times to a butterfly that’s half male, half female, we included both the common and the rare....
Lots of people in their 20s and 30s nowadays are on the fence about whether to have children or not. In 2023, 47% of Americans under 50 said they’re more likely to remain childless than to have children in the future. As for people over the age of 50, 23% have never had children. Of course, the reasons vary from person to person, but the one that is cited most often (39%) by older adults is that it just didn’t happen....
Struggling to end your emails with something other than “Best” or “Thanks”? You’re not alone. Choosing the right email sign-off can be surprisingly tricky, especially when trying to be funny, sarcastic, or just slightly different. That’s why we’ve collected some of the funniest, weirdest, and most relatable email sign-offs we could find. Whether you’re writing to your boss, customer service rep, or best friend, these quirky closings might become your new go-to....
Working out is a great way to be healthy and stay in shape. That’s why people love to try different fitness tips and hacks to see which works the best. The problem with that is there’s so much information all around that there’s bound to be misinformation as well. People don’t really fact-check the health tips they share, which unfortunately means that there are a lot of bogus fitness facts to sift through....
In April 2016 I traveled a week to Korea without being sure of what to expect. Ever since that moment I fell in love with the country, its culture and history and I kept returning whenever possible, dreaming of the day I would be able to leave Italy to start a new chapter of my life here in Seoul. If you ask me why I did it it’s hard to give you a clear answer....
In Iran, Ashura is the most important Shia event on the religious calendar. It commemorates the massacre of Imam Hossein, a great figure of Shiism. During this 40-day period, Iran dresses in black (the color of mourning) and green (the color of Islam). It is then not advisable to wear bright colors, “it could be misunderstood,” say Iranians. Before the first day of Muharram, it is difficult to become aware of the magnitude of the event....
If 2000s cartoons ring a bell to you and you still consider Courage the Cowardly Dog the best cartoon ever made, my sixth sense is telling us that you’re a ’90s baby turning 30 soon. Congrats, now you’re officially old enough to rant to younger generations that early 2000s animated movies were better than what the studios are making today. Have you seen Pickle and Peanut ? Oh man, seeing the modern animation makes us realize how great the 2000s cartoon shows are....
Bianca Censori and husband Kanye West were spotted enjoying a family Easter outing with North, 10, Saint, 8, Chicago, 5, and Psalm, 4, the children the rapper shares with Kim Kardashian . The Australian architect and the rapper dined at Nobu, a celeb hotspot located in Malibu, and took the children to the movies afterward. Bianca was dressed in a silver catsuit, while her partner sported an all-black look consisting of a dark jacket, baggy pants, and sunglasses....
Six long decades after Marilyn Monroe ’s passing froze Hollywood, the man who performed her autopsy has broken his silence , raising serious questions about the case. Thomas Noguchi was just 37 years old and one of the newest deputy coroners in Los Angeles County in August 1962 when he was tasked with examining the body of the world’s most famous blonde bombshell. Deputy coroner Thomas Noguchi broke his silence regarding Marilyn Monroe’s passing....
An American couple nearly experienced being cast away after becoming stranded on a small African island after their cruise ship left without them due to a tour guide’s delay, leading to a series of challenges and acts of kindness. They are still awaiting assistance. Jill and Jay Campbell, from Garden City, South Carolina, took a cruise to the African continent aboard a Norwegian liner that started on March 20. But a week into their voyage, the couple and a handful of other passengers were left stranded 5,960 miles from their South Carolina home, North Carolina TV station WRAL reported....
Each parent chooses how they want to raise their child – discipline, beliefs, routines – everything. Yet, there are still some common-sense things that they should follow in order to not mistreat their child and stunt their growth, both in a physical and emotional sense. Well, it seems that the mom from this story didn’t get this memo. She let her belief in conspiracy theories and just general paranoia get in the way of providing a proper roof over her daughter’s head....
Family relationships are complicated; we don’t have to explain them to you. After all, typically in friend groups, people are more similar and flock together, while in family settings, various kinds of people are forced to interact. So, it’s natural for certain disagreements to arise. The family from today’s story is no exception. A man accused his son-in-law of a hate crime, if you could call it that within a family, and denounced him publicly, only to find out later he wasn’t guilty....
In this day and age, it’s not that uncommon to have friends of more than one gender. Indeed, trying to “ban” your partner from anything other than friends of their gender is controlling and weird. But it’s still worth it to keep an eye out, as some “friends” do not have what’s best for your relationship in mind. A woman asked the internet if she was wrong to show up uninvited and unannounced to the surprise birthday party her boyfriend’s “girl best friend” put together....
There is a handful of questions that will go fully unanswered throughout the course of human existence: “What is the meaning of life? What lies beyond the stars and galaxies?” And, my personal favorite, “Why do different generations borderline loathe each other?” The latter discussion has been brought to the internet, especially with the rising popularity of discussing millennials. Older generations like to bash on millennials for fostering “snowflake” culture and effectively living in their phones....
Gypsy Rose Blanchard separated from Ryan Anderson due to his alleged habit of food hoarding. A source close to Gypsy Rose told TMZ that the two “got into a major fight” after Ryan discovered that Gypsy Rose had cleared out their fridge, which was filled with several old food items that needed to be thrown away. Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ryan Anderson separated over his habit of food hoarding. Gypsy Rose’s decision to clear out old their fridge sparked a major fight with Ryan....
A woman in Brazil has passed away after seeming to attempt to smuggle 26 iPhones out of the country. Officials say Ana Julia da Silva Vargas , who was taking a long-distance bus trip, collapsed during a rest stop, complaining of shortness of breath. While trying to resuscitate her, emergency workers made an alarming discovery. A 20-year-old woman suffers from shortness of breath during a long bus journey Police and emergency vehicles at a bus station during a strange incident involving a woman with 26 iPhones glued to her body....
In 2001, the very first movie of the Harry Potter film series premiered. The film followed the success of the books and became an instant hit. Both children and their parents were captivated by the story of a young wizard named Harry and his two best friends. The film’s success put three lucky kids in the spotlight. One of them is actress Emma Watson, who was just 10 years old when she starred in the iconic film series as Hermione Granger....
Explain why you think a position (not necessarily one you agree with) that is widely considered absurd is actually more reasonable it sounds. That anyone can be subject to, or perpetrator of, racism. If you discriminate against someone based on their ethnicity or skin colour then that’s racism. Report Puns are great! They aren’t cringy or groan worthy, they are funny. We should be allowed to admit that Report Opinion I have that is frequently laughed at: Electric cars do not save the planet....
I’m a photography enthusiast from Poland who is fascinated by cars. Last year I have moved to Norway for few months. After my way back I found this amazing car cemetery hidden in the woods near the Swedish/Norwegian border. This place is called Båstnäs. More info: szrociaki.blogspot.com Anyone can write on Bored Panda. Start writing! Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Unlock an Enhanced Experience with Bored Panda Premium Go ad-free, access unlimited content, and enjoy our sleek dark mode....
Rivers are lifelines of our planet, oases of biodiversity, the livelihood of many communities along the banks. I have just started the project with the aim to visit the most beautiful, interesting, naturally or culturally important rivers in the world, on every continent. My name s Goran Šafarek, a biologist also turned photographer, writer, and cinematographer. For years, I was fervently protecting, exploring, researching and documenting the rivers in my home Croatia....
