Good owners are bound to do anything and everything to protect their beloved pets . This means that when there’s a health emergency, they will rush to the vet clinic, without a care for how expensive it might be. And yet, not all emergencies are actual emergencies. But the visit might cost you a pretty penny. Pet parents amused the internet with their best “I can’t believe I had to pay for this” vet stories, where they paid huge sums of money for something completely silly....

If you feel overwhelmed, scared, blue, and powerless, you definitely aren’t alone. Recent years make it seem like humankind is stuck in a loop of permanent crises , with no end in sight. And yet, there is still a lot of good out there in the world. But you need to remind yourself to look for those silver linings instead of doomscrolling all day long. Today, we’re featuring some of the most brilliant photos full of kindness and optimism, as shared by members of the AskReddit community....

Danger alerts don’t always come in the form of big red flags, warning signs, or loud announcements. Sometimes it’s a silent voice, an invisible friend, that serves as the messenger telling you to " Leave right now! " Whether or not you listen, can be the difference between life and death , as many people have learned. They’ve been sharing the scariest times they trusted their gut and lived to tell the tale…...

Is this planet just a rock floating through space? A result of some higher power? Or maybe just someone’s abandoned Sims game? Sometimes, it’s hard to say, especially when you witness something so bizarre, it feels like a real-life glitch in the matrix . And even if it did happen… who’d believe you? Luckily, these people were quick enough to snap a photo of those strange moments that looked like proof we’re living in a simulation....

What’s more wholesome than adorable photos of cats? I know, not much. But let me raise you this: adorable before and after photos of rescue cats when they have first been adopted and after they have adjusted to their new, luxurious lifestyles. That’s right, folks. We’ve gone through the “ Before and After Pictures of Adopted Animals ” subreddit to gather some of the cutest photos of kitties that have had miraculous transformations all thanks to a little tender love and care....

Money might not be the most important thing in the world that you should chase, but financial stability is still vital. Having plenty of resources grants you lots of freedom to do, well , whatever you want. So much so that seeing how some wealthy individuals live every day can be a mind-boggling experience. Internet users went online to share their run-ins with the super-rich. They spilled the tea about the behaviors they saw that are proof that the wealthy practically live in a different reality than the majority of humankind....

Following Astronomer ’s CEO Andy Byron and HR chief Kristin Cabot ’s illicit kiss cam moment, the spotlight has been refocused on the likely consequences expected to be felt by those around them, like their spouses. Both married and parents, the two’s romantic embrace at a recent Coldplay concert has already triggered reactions on their home and professional fronts. Kristin Cabot’s husband, Andrew, is a wealthy Massachusetts rum executive; records show the couple sold and bought homes this year....

No matter what kind of comics you’re into, Pixie and Brutus need little introduction. But in case you somehow missed how this adorable duo took the internet by storm, the comic strips follow countless wacky scenarios a tiny energetic kitty, Pixie, and an enormous scar-faced retired military dog, Brutus, always manage to find themselves in. Our animal-loving team here at Bored Panda has already covered their hilarious shenanigans here , here , and here ....

On average, other wealthy countries spend about half as much per person on healthcare when compared to the U.S.. And when their residents hear about this, they can’t believe it. Just like the Britons in this video. Yesterday, JOE , a publisher from the UK, released a video where they ask members of the British public to guess how much they’d have to pay for simple medical services in America. The naive answers and the horror in their eyes after hearing the actual numbers really make the clip worthwhile....

The CEO of HyperSocial, a business that specializes in services like optimizing LinkedIn posts, is facing backlash after he posted a crying selfie on the social media platform next to an announcement that his company laid off some of its employees. Describing the move as the “toughest thing” he has ever had to do, Wallake said he loved his workers and wished that he was “a business owner that was only money-driven and didn’t care about who he hurt along the way....

Every once in a while, something comes up that tests us to the very core, revealing our true colors. Daniel Veerman, a 53-year-old lawyer, just went through such an experience. Daniel was so broken when his daughter’s hamster, Chester, escaped while cleaning his cage that he had a complete meltdown in a text exchange they had during the critter’s search and rescue operation. Luckily, his 19-year-old daughter, Steph, took the news in stride and posted their conversation on Twitter to show how truly pure her father is....

No, Arj Barker doesn’t have a problem with babies or breastfeeding in public . The American comedian took to his Instagram page earlier today (April 22) to address an incident that he has since dubbed “BabyGate,” with people accusing him of hushing a breastfeeding mom out of one of his shows. Arj’s “let’s clear the air” Instagram post followed an incident that occurred during his show on Saturday (April 20) at the Melbourne Comedy Festival in Australia....

We all love a little nostalgia. Small things that remind us of how it used to be, how things have changed over the years. One of the more nostalgic things out there are VHS tapes. VHS tapes aren’t used almost anywhere anymore, but Nick Collins found a perfect place for them by turning his own basement into an amazing ’90s Blockbuster memorial. More info: Instagram | nostalgiavideo.net | youtube.com | Facebook...

People can be really weird , and I don’t mean the funny-weird ones, I am talking about the ones who lack basic empathy. Doesn’t it frustrate you when such folks come into your life and then make you feel bad about it? Just like this guy, who kept whining about his pregnant roommate and how she was making him do everything for her. Folks felt bad for him slogging off for this lady, but then, the shocking truth came to light, and netizens were not at all ready for this plot twist....

Nobody gets to choose how they are born, but some people lack the basic empathy to understand this. In fact, such folks even feel that they are superior to people who might be disabled. As sad as it sounds, ableism still prevails in our society. Just look at this ableist man who kept grumbling about how his wife was “wasting” time looking after her physically disabled son. She was shocked when he suggested sending him to his dad or putting him in a care facility....

Just a few months ago we found out who the best Wildlife Photographer of the year 2019 was and promptly congratulated Yongqing Bao with a well-deserved win. The professional photographer’s winning picture titled “The Moment” showcases a young fox and a marmot in a moment of life and death. The hungry mother fox baring its teeth, the shock on the marmot’s face who just woke up from hibernation proved to be the best picture that won the recognition of the jury....

Back in April of this year, we set eyes on the first live-action Sonic the Hedgehog trailer. And although for many fans it was a long-awaited moment, it definitely didn’t live up to the hype. Dozens of posts, memes, and jibes followed the original design of the beloved blue hedgehog that for many was a symbol of their childhood. In fact, the outrage and mockery were so harsh that it prompted the director of the film, Jeff Fowler, to make an announcement on Twitter promising fans that the production will rework Sonic’s design to fit the fans’ expectations....

Here’s a quick test for you, Pandas: if you were flying out on holiday with your partner, your soulmate, the love of your life, what kind of plane ticket would you give them? Would you a) get them a seat right next to you so you can hold hands and enjoy the fabulous view as you fly, or b) get them an economy ticket while you’re living it up in first class with your best friend?...

What you may not know is that for over thirty years now, there has been a satirical virtual ‘Darwin Award,’ which recognizes persons who have supposedly ‘contributed to human evolution’ by selecting themselves out of the gene pool by passing away by their own stupid actions. Well, the hero of our story today is alive – and even recently became a father, but for his own actions towards his marriage, he definitely deserves a unique variation of the Darwin Award....

I drew non-stop for a grueling 12 hours and broke the Official Guinness World Record for the largest drawing by an individual! It measured a whopping 501.18 m² (5395 ft²) – smashing the previous record of 410m²! But it didn’t go to plan. I’d initially planned on creating a grid and simply scaling up a rough drawing idea I had made. However, at the last minute, I dramatically increased the size of the canvas, abandoned my plan, and decided to freestyle!...