39 Of The Most Famous ‘fine, I’ll Do It Myself’ Moments That Changed History Forever

The entire history of humanity is mostly the history of incredibly brave people. Starting from the very prehistoric human who first lit a fire, and ending, for example, with Neil Armstrong walking on the Moon. In fact, if people didn’t have such a mentality, we would still live in caves and dress in skins. Daredevils are the ones who actually move civilization forward. Our selection today, made for you by Bored Panda , tells about such people from different countries and ages....

February 4, 2026 · 14 min · 2901 words · Kenneth Challis

50 People Anonymously Reveal The Secrets They Never Dared To Tell Their Ex

Relationships are all about communication, but let’s face it, that’s often easier said than done. The result is that in many, failed relationships, there are a decent amount of things that ended up left unsaid. That sometimes, while I was asleep, I’d wake to her petting my hair and telling me that she loved me. She said it in such a loving, quiet voice, it felt almost secret. In those moments, I had never felt so loved....

February 4, 2026 · 20 min · 4207 words · Richard Sly

50 Times Teachers And Professors Acted So Wholesomely, Their Students Just Had To Share The Pics (new Pics)

While the definition of a good teacher varies from person to person, we can’t deny that those who are have a funny way of remaining in our memories, even after many years. I bet that even reading this sentence made you think of a figure that made the ticking seconds at school much more bearable. To pay homage and show their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, Bored Panda has collected some of their most wholesome and heartwarming moments....

February 4, 2026 · 6 min · 1107 words · Tricia Lawson

A Real

In honor of our charity of the month, The Sea Shepherd Nature Conservation Society, I decided to reach out to Hannah Mermaid and learn a little bit more about her and her ocean advocacy. Hannah, a real-life mermaid, takes beautiful photos in the ocean with many different ocean animals but mostly whales, dolphins, sharks, and manta rays in the act of advocacy for their plight. The mermaid, in particular as a character, represents a unique bridge between the human and ocean world....

February 4, 2026 · 25 min · 5299 words · Richard Klena

After Cheating Scandal At Coldplay Concert, Man Shares Violent School Story About “sociopath” Ceo

The CEO of Astronomer who was allegedly caught cheating on his wife at a Coldplay concert is facing a new scandal. Andy Byron went from successful businessman to the laughingstock of the internet after he was seen getting cozy with one of his employees on the big screen during a Coldplay concert on Wednesday night (July 16). After they were shown embracing on the jumbotron, the head of the company and his HR chief quickly turned away and stepped out of the camera’s view, visibly embarrassed....

February 4, 2026 · 8 min · 1625 words · Edwin Payton

After Losing My Son At Birth This Deaf Kitten Saved Me

During the later stages of my pregnancy I was told that I would be delivering my son earlier and that he would not survive. I listened to his heartbeat all night long on the monitor and by day light the doctors and nurses were telling me to push as I refused. Nature took over and my son was born. He never took a breath. Once I got home from the hospital I immediately went to his room....

February 4, 2026 · 3 min · 574 words · Keith Hill

After Mil Breaks Couple’s Rule, They Ban Her From Babysitting, She Goes Psycho And Spreads Lies

I still remember that when my niece was just a year old, my sister and brother-in-law literally worked their backs off to get rid of her pacifier habit. While it can be comforting for babies in the beginning, its long-term usage is really not ideal. Looking at my family, I can understand why this couple lost it when the mother-in-law brought back their toddler’s habit of using a pacifier. All their sleepless nights and efforts were wasted because the grandma didn’t know how to stop the crying....

February 4, 2026 · 7 min · 1441 words · Katherine Garcia

Australian Woman Goes Viral After Writing Love Note To “cute Guy” She Spotted On Flight

In an age when young people seek connections through a phone screen, an Australian woman decided to take a risk after becoming infatuated with a man on her flight. Of all the passengers on her Virgin Australia flight, Isabella Duric was drawn to a “cute guy” in the row behind her. “My friend said, ‘I found your airport crush’ and he pointed to the guy behind us,” Isabella told news.com.au after going viral....

February 4, 2026 · 6 min · 1177 words · Geraldine Salinas

Blippi Net Worth Reveals Kids’ Content Is Experiencing A Gold Rush In 2025

Stevin John, better known as Blippi, is an American children’s entertainer who created a vibrant YouTube channel packed with fun, educational content for kids. Born in 1988 in Ellensburg, Washington, he grew up on a farm with dreams of becoming a fighter pilot. He joined the US Air Force in 2006 and completed his service two years later. Blippi’s net worth is projected to reach $45 million in 2025, boosted by diverse income including YouTube, merchandise, and live performances....

February 4, 2026 · 6 min · 1273 words · Gina Vesey

Boy Paid At A Restaurant With Quarters, They Shamed Him Online, But Now The Restaurant Regrets It

We’ve all been in situations where we want to (or need to) use all the loose change that has accumulated in our lives. We might have found an unexpected cache of coins behind the couch because we were out of money and needed to do some grocery shopping. Or we (finally) broke the pink piggy bank that we’ve had since our fifth Christmas. The point is, we have a bucket-load of coins that need to be spent, but doing that can sometimes be embarrassing....

February 4, 2026 · 5 min · 1030 words · April Park

Company Thinks They Can Easily Replace This Worker When He Quits After Being Denied A Raise, Have A “dark Epiphany” When Everything Starts Falling Apart

It’s a tale about an employee who was great at his job but quiet in his demeanor. This meant that he was seldom in line for a raise as he did not go to bat for himself. When he finally worked up the courage to ask for more pay, the bosses, probably sensing his agreeable nature, said it wasn’t possible. So the employee decided to find a place that actually valued him....

February 4, 2026 · 33 min · 6995 words · Ruth Green

Don’t Be Jealous – 45 Must

Ever find yourself green with envy over the items that people own and flaunt effortlessly? Get ready to dive into a shopping list that will make you second-guess your entire existence. These envy-inducing products are about to make you want to hit that “add to cart” button faster than you can say “Instagram-worthy.” Let’s turn that FOMO into YOLO with these absolute must-have, envy-worthy items that will elevate your lifestyle and turn heads wherever you take them!...

February 4, 2026 · 10 min · 2091 words · Kristina Watts

Engineers Create A Breathable And Waterproof Cast To Replace Plaster Ones And Stop The Itching Forever

Most people fall into one of two categories. Those of us who have fragile bones that seem to break every time we have a small accident and those of us who seem to have bones of steel and bounce back from every nasty misfortune. However, as some of us know, breaking an arm or a leg is a horrible experience. Because of the constant pain, as well as the discomfort of having to wear a plaster cast....

February 4, 2026 · 4 min · 840 words · Karen Mitchell

Estranged Mom Reaches Out To Son After 14 Years, He’s Shocked By The Real Reason Why

People rely on family in times of crisis. But what if you’re asking for help from someone you’ve never shown up for? This teen’s mother abandoned him at birth. So he was surprised when, after 14 years of silence, she suddenly reached out, claiming she wanted to reconnect. He was skeptical—and rightfully so. Because it turned out she wasn’t interested in rebuilding a relationship. What she really wanted was his kidney, to save a half-sister he had never even met....

February 4, 2026 · 7 min · 1396 words · Bernice Kuhr

Flower Portraits By Isabelle Chapuis & Duy Anh Nhan Duc

“Dandelion” is the result of my creative encounter with the vegetal artist Duy Anh Nhan Duc. I am passionate about chrysalis’ material and he is obsessed with plants. It’s no wonder that our first collaboration has given birth to a dream-like creation, inspired by an elusive plant: the delicate dandelion. The series was part of RAISE Magazine’s #16 “Light” Issue. The second project “Etamine” has also resulted of our creative collaboration....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 269 words · Jose Shoup

Grandma Thinks She Can Just Take Grandson’s Ashes, Ruins Relationship With Son And Dil Forever

They say a grandmother’s love is like no other. It is often described as enduring, comforting, and unconditional, as all she wishes is to see her grandchildren happy and successful in life. This woman, however, seemed to have a slightly more twisted definition of what grandmotherly love meant. Her attachment to her late grandson was so strong that she stole his ashes right from her daughter-in-law’s home. Her actions nearly caused tension in the family , as she tried to play it off like it was no big deal....

February 4, 2026 · 9 min · 1862 words · Kimberly Hyder

Guy Says He’s Done With Daughter’s Accusations, Folks Shocked By His Attitude As She Goes No

Author Rick Riordan once wrote, “You can’t give up on family, no matter how tempting they make it.” While that might be true, it is also true that it’s difficult not to fight with the people that you share a roof with. After all, that’s what family is all about, right? Well, even Reddit user Lazy_Growth_5898 got a bitter taste of such a conflict when his 19-year-old daughter made some unexpected accusations against him....

February 4, 2026 · 7 min · 1352 words · Sally Pineda

Hairstylist Loses License After Creeped Out Client Gets A Restraining Order Against Them, Sues Her For $200k

During the pandemic, many people learned to cut their hair themselves at home. For some, this skill transferred into the post-pandemic world. Others, however, still prefer to go to a professional for a good haircut . In fact, 76% of American women say they go to a hair salon regularly. For this woman, a simple haircut turned into a nightmare resembling a suspenseful thriller. After she found out that her hairdresser had been keeping her cut hair, the situation snowballed into inappropriate messages, stalking, and even fear for her life....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2492 words · Joshua Murray

Heidi Klum Unveils This Year’s Costume, Proves She’s The Queen Of Halloween Once More

Heidi Klum has always slain the fashion world, whether she is walking the runway or judging the clothes on it, however her most memorable looks haven’t taken place on the catwalk but at her iconic Halloween parties. Earning the unofficial title as Queen of Halloween, Klum uses her annual Halloween soiree to unveil looks so extravagant, most people can’t even recognize her. From 95-year-old Heidi to the werewolf in Michael Jackson’s Thriller video, the German supermodel takes the holiday to another level....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 369 words · Aaron Parenteau

Historic Glass

Continuing with her Dancing with Costică series, Australian artist Jane Long uses photographs from Romanian photographer Costică Acsinte restores, recolors and transforms them into something unexpected! Some people love them and some people hate them but there’s little doubt they all involve lots of painstaking retouching in Photoshop. The original images are part of a collection being restored and digitized by Cezar Popescu for the Ialomita County Museum. The series will be exhibited as part of the Ballarat International Foto Biennale from August 22nd....

February 4, 2026 · 1 min · 177 words · Douglas Bell