No matter how strong your friendship looks right now, it doesn’t mean that it will stay this way forever. Kind of a grim thought, isn’t it? Well, sadly, it’s a realistic one. Sometimes life happens, and friends , who once were inseparable, are now very much separable. And sometimes friends themselves kind of sabotage the friendship. Like in this story, where a woman dragged her kids everywhere she went, which drove her friend crazy, since she wanted to simply have some personal time with a friend....

A report by South African -based NGO, Sonke Gender Justice, claiming that 42 youths passed away as a result of customary illegal circumcisions has been rehashed. The figures come in the wake of pledges by the country’s provincial governments for the national police service to exert “zero tolerance” on “illegal initiation schools.” Sonke Gender Justice reported 42 deaths from illegal circumcision rituals within just three weeks in 2012. Despite 2025 rumors, South African officials have not publicly confirmed any fatalities this initiation season....

In most cases, employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek at a rate not less than 1.5 of their regular pay. Additionally, companies should have an overtime authorization process and inform overtime-eligible employees that they must obtain advance supervisory approval to work more than their schedule requires. These workers must be paid for all extra hours, whether overtime has been approved or not, however, those who putting in unauthorized overtime may be subject to corrective action....

Family vacations can be challenging, especially when it’s a trip with small kids. Even the tiniest argument can blow up into a huge fight. In fact, as one study shows, 40% of couples expect at least one fight each day while on a family trip. What’s more, one in 10 couples even break up during a vacation. A family trip became the tipping point for this couple , too. As the husband wouldn’t spend any time with family and couldn’t wait to go out, his wife soon had enough and simply left....

Dating is supposed to be about finding a romantic partner. Interestingly, for some people, it’s all about getting a free meal. There’s even a term for it – “foodie calls” (wordplay on “booty calls,” get it?). In fact, in 2019, researchers found that 23-33% of women agreed to go on dates to get a free meal. And while there’s no data for same-sex couples, we can probably figure that it happens as well....

Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna —who were once inseparable besties—had a dramatic fallout because the actress was “disgusted” by the iconic singer’s behavior. During the peak of their friendship, the two stars seemed like soul sisters. Gwyneth had credited the pop diva for helping her get over depression, while she helped Madonna through her split with Guy Ritchie in the past. Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow’s friendship reached its “breaking point” when the singer allegedly ambushed Gwyneth’s holiday with her then-husband Chris Martin....

When you realize that a friend or romantic partner is toxic , ending that relationship should be a no-brainer. But it’s a bit more complicated when it comes to family members, as they’re expected to be in our lives permanently, no matter what. One man, however, has been estranged from his parents and siblings for the past five years. And over time, he realized that was probably for the best. But now, he’s reaching out to the internet for advice because his mother has suddenly decided that it’s time for him to reunite with the family....

Jenna Ortega continued her gothic fashion statement during the Paris premiere of the second season of the Netflix series, Wednesday. In channeling her inner Wednesday Addams , who she plays in the series, Ortega has been wearing more daring outfits as of late, including lightened or totally bleached eyebrows . Although some say her look is ethereal, a lot of people online are calling her out, saying the brows make her look hideous....

Taylor Swift ’s homemade gift to Selena Gomez was branded as an “extremely offensive” and “totally delusional” offering by some netizens. The pop star, 36, baked an artisanal loaf of blueberry lemon sourdough for her longtime bestie Selena and her husband, Benny Blanco . But there was one particular detail about her gesture that quickly sparked backlash online. Taylor Swift’s is officially in her sourdough era. But her homemade gift to Selena Gomez was branded as an “extremely offensive” and “totally delusional” offering by some netizens....

After four years, The Flowers’ Festival also known as People’s Festival (Festas do Povo / Festas das Flores in Portuguese) is back to the streets of Campo Maior in Alentejo, Portugal (22-30 August). The most astonishing part of this festival is how much effort people put in it. That’s the most outstanding reason why you should join this festival. You’ll be dazzled by the art of paperwork at every corner you turn....

Natural predators aren’t just fearsome hunters. They are ecosystem architects that sculpt wild landscapes, influence evolution, and captivate human curiosity more than any other animals. Found in remote mountains, vast desert plains, and deep ocean trenches, they stalk, hunt, scavenge, and dominate wherever they exist. But apex predators aren’t simply dangerous. They are powerful, intelligent, and intricately evolved. These masters of survival use finely tuned instincts and strategic planning honed over millions of years....

Medicine has really come a long way from the times in the past where you would, at best, get some herbs and a prayer if you were sufficiently sick or injured. But people still tried their best and even got creative, as medical museums around the world can show us. In the 1870s, surgeon Lewis Sayre pioneered the non-surgical treatment of scoliosis via a vertical suspension frame that held patients in an upright position....

Are you a standup comedy fan? Admittedly, this type of entertainment is not for everyone. However, if you are having not the best day of your life, all it may take to brighten things up for you are a couple of funny quotes. After all, scientists keep saying that laughter is the best medicine and prolongs your life. Some comedians are so good at their job, they can come up with funny sayings not only when they are on stage but also during interviews or on social media....

A picture is worth a thousand words. And we can instantly feel any number of emotions after simply looking at a photograph. That’s why many of us have camera rolls that are littered with thousands of pics! But unfortunately, some images tell dark, disturbing stories that are impossible to forget. Redditors have been sharing seemingly innocent images that have creepy backstories, so we’ve gathered some of the most harrowing ones below....

Life teaches us a plethora of lessons , many of which go in one ear and out the other. It’s not until we reach a certain age that we realize the importance of these concepts, some of which even turn out to be major game-changers . Many people consider these to be “ cheat codes ” for a more fruitful existence, which they shared in various Reddit threads . These hacks range from staying hydrated to embracing ignorance about things you don’t know about....

Ladies, we hear you! Nobody’s perfect and we all have our share of embarrassing issues that we usually keep behind closed doors. But it’s time to bring these topics out into the open, and offer some helpful solutions. Whether it’s finding the right products to manage unexpected leaks, discussing sudden body changes, promoting mental wellbeing, or even combating everyday skin issues, we’re here to help. Review: “I have very rough heels and dry skin....

Plot twists usually belong in movies and books—set up on purpose and dropped at just the right moment. But they also happen in real life. And when they do, they can be more jaw-dropping than anything you’d read on a page or see on a screen. One Redditor asked people to share the most disturbing thing someone has ever said to them casually, and the replies were intense. From family secrets spilling out without warning to affairs being revealed like it was no big deal, these are the stories people still can’t unhear....

Who was Jack the Ripper? What happened at Dyatlov Pass? These are the sort of questions that are really exciting the first time one hears of them, generally, as a child, but as time goes on and answers remain elusive, that doesn’t mean that folk’s appetite for mystery has gone anywhere. So the Monarch Butterfly migrates to Mexico and back every year. During the year there are a full 4 generations of butterflies that live and die during the journey....

The HR manager grabs the mic, and starts listing who has been sleeping with who. An employee punches her manager and a company executive before driving her car into a lake. The Head of Sales goes topless and proceeds to dance on the table in front of everyone… It might sound like “The Hangover” meets " The Office ," but it’s not. These are just a few of the unhinged and crazy incidents that have taken place at people’s work parties over the years....

Diana Kim grew up on the Island of Maui where her father was a professional photographer, which is where she first learned her trade. When her parents split, Kim began to live with friends and relatives, and she lost touch with her father who became “absent.” In 2003 Kim began a long-term photo series about homeless people; in 2012, she made a shocking discovery. Kim found her father among the homeless she was documenting in Honolulu....