“[am I The Jerk] For Telling My Friend She Can’t Come If She Brings Her Kid”

Taking a break from the kids is a reward all parents deserve. If you’ve ever been around kids, you know how demanding they can be. They constantly want your attention 24/7, and when you fail to give it to them, you might unfortunately witness a major meltdown . This parent wants a break from the kids, and thanks to a special get-together, they get to have their wish. However, their friend doesn’t seem to understand....

January 16, 2026 · 9 min · 1813 words · David Puma

“am I A Jerk For Throwing My Siblings In Foster Care So I Can Have A Better Life?”

Recently, a heart-wrenching story from a 19-year-old woman went viral on the AITA subreddit. The story came from a Redditor nicknamed Maybeenobaby whose family of eight siblings, all younger than her, “hit the rock bottom.” “My mother and stepfather are going to be going away for a long time, and everyone is in a rush to get all these kids into homes,” the author explained. And because Maybeenobaby is the only one who’s over 18, everyone expects her to do it....

January 16, 2026 · 6 min · 1077 words · Thomas Adams

“disability Act”: People Share 49 Things That “just Make Sense” In Countries Around The World

One of the joys of traveling is that you get to experience things you wouldn’t necessarily encounter at home. It may be food, architecture, a language or even a law, policy, or an idea that’s just so genius you wish you could bottle it and take it back with you. As we know, life is not the same in different countries around the world. Each has its own unique ways to make citizens’ and visitors’ lives a little more joyful, efficient and comfortable....

January 16, 2026 · 10 min · 1945 words · Larry Karter

“i Don’t Even Know If It Looks All Good”: Tenant Refuses To Sign Inspection Form In The Blind, Is Told That She Wouldn’t Get The Keys Otherwise

Without a doubt, somewhere there is an ideal world where rainbow ponies live, honest politicians rule, and there are also representatives of management companies who never lie to potential tenants about apartments that are rented out. But our world, alas, is not ideal, so landlords often try to deceive the tenants. Those, of course, are indignant, trying to achieve justice. Sometimes they get it, sometimes they don’t, and lately, they often take it to social media to complain online and warn other people not to repeat their own mistakes....

January 16, 2026 · 5 min · 947 words · Juan Holton

“i Messed Up And I Ruined My Marriage”: Husband Is Shocked Wife’s Life Is Way Better Without Him

Becoming a parent can alter your entire world. Moms and dads often talk about the immense love that they feel for their children that they didn’t even think was possible prior to having kids. But having a child is also likely to impact the relationship between two parents, for better or worse. One man recently shared on Reddit how having a baby led to the downfall of his marriage. Below, you’ll find the full story detailing all of the regrets this father is now having, as well as conversations with Nia Williams, Relationship Therapist and Life Coach from Miss Date Doctor , and Dr....

January 16, 2026 · 12 min · 2367 words · Alma Hilliard

“i Silently Cringe When People Bring Them Up”: 25 Popular Things That People Say Are No Good

It’s not just the quality that makes someone or something known. “People, brands, and styles become popular because the right people have adopted it — rich people, celebrities, opinion leaders … and we copy them in the eternal human quest to be fashionable and admired,” said Douglas Holt, professor of marketing at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and previously a professor at the Harvard Business School. According to him, cultural icons emerge because they express a particular ideology that society demands at that moment....

January 16, 2026 · 6 min · 1136 words · Steven Turner

“out Of Control”: Woman Goes Viral For Documenting Results Of Quitting Mounjaro Cold Turkey

A UK TikTok user has gone viral for sharing the harsh reality of going cold turkey from the weight-loss jab Mounjaro . Freya, known on TikTok as @freyatheblondieee, said she was forced to pause her weekly injections while waiting for a new pen, and it resulted in her hunger spiraling out of control. Other netizens related to Freya’s experience, with some sharing similar stories with the weight-loss jab. UK TikToker Freya went viral after revealing what happened when she stopped taking Mounjaro....

January 16, 2026 · 4 min · 803 words · Evelyn Healy

“she Calls Me Selfish”: Spoiled Mother Wants An $8k Baby Crib, Her Sister Refuses, Starting A Family Drama

A new entry to the famous ‘Am I the [Jerk]?’ subreddit has just gone viral, reminding everyone that we can’t choose our family. Or how greedy they are. A woman with a now-deleted Reddit account was invited to her sister’s baby shower. Knowing that the expectant mother had a crib on her wishlist, she planned to give her the barely used one she already had. Only her sister wouldn’t accept it....

January 16, 2026 · 6 min · 1164 words · Virginia Bates

“she Was Unrecognizeable”: New Horrific Details Emerge About Idaho Students In Fatal Attack

New details are emerging about the horrific scene that unfolded in an off-campus Idaho University apartment where Bryan Kohberger took the lives of four young people. Kohberger was recently sentenced to four consecutive life sentences for taking the lives of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin in 2022. New details are emerging about the passing of four university students in Idaho after they were fatally stabbed by Bryan Kohberger....

January 16, 2026 · 8 min · 1614 words · Kelly Metzger

“the Dive Has Me Crying”: Fans Troll Kim Kardashian Over Photo Of Her Diving In Shallow Water

It’s no secret that the Kardashians love their vacations, as Kim Kardashian once said it herself (literally). “We love love love vacations,” the reality TV star said while sharing an Instagram story of herself posing in swimsuits with her sister, Khloe Kardashian, and friend, Lala Anthony. Kim’s latest trip to Turks and Caicos made waves on social media after the reality TV star posted a series of pictures online from her beach getaway ....

January 16, 2026 · 4 min · 845 words · Brandon Santiago

“we Just Got Married”: Husband Ignored All The Red Flags From His Wife, Now Rethinks Everything

While it seems like it should go without saying, trust is one of those things that makes or breaks a relationship . Unfortunately, sometimes one has to face the reality that their partner is just lying to them. A man turned to the internet for advice when he discovered that his partner had faked a money transfer to hide her real source of income and had been lying about it for years....

January 16, 2026 · 7 min · 1479 words · Cynthia Ruiz

“y’all Tried Being Strong?”: Olympic Star Applauded For Response To Kate Moss’ Infamous Quote

Olympic medalist Ilona Maher was praised for challenging supermodel Kate Moss’ infamous quote from the 2000s, “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.” Ilona, who won bronze with Team USA at the 2024 Olympics, addressed toxic diet culture while flexing her muscles in a viral TikTok. “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels… Uh, y’all tried being strong?” the 28-year-old asked. “I feel good, I feel well fed. I feel ready to take on anybody....

January 16, 2026 · 6 min · 1199 words · Jack Luker

100 Sad Romantic Dramas That Will Make You Cry Your Heart Out

Imagine a beautiful love story with no happy ending. That’s romantic drama movies summed up for you. A love story with no “and they lived happily ever after.” We all love happy endings. However, it’s the sad or tragic endings that stay in our memories the longest. Perhaps we are affected by the surprise factor. People remember moments that made them feel different or provoked strong emotions. In romance movies, the natural ending we expect is a happy one....

January 16, 2026 · 10 min · 1975 words · Annie Duncan

124 Motivational Gym Quotes Better Than Protein

While it may not be the most popular choice of motivation, inspirational gym quotes can surely give you a kick. No one is better than you to make yourself motivated . However, other people’s experiences can certainly set you in the right direction. These motivational workout quotes come from many different people. Some of them with achievements that are far from related to a gym. But it’s not always coaches and players that can motivate you....

January 16, 2026 · 14 min · 2892 words · Glenna Collins

188 Education Quotes That Might Inspire You To Learn Something New

Now, we all know the importance of education - it sheds light on the world, instills strong morals, and teaches you things that will supposedly help you in life. However, for most of us, the dreadful experience of public education sucked all of the joy from learning, and now we need a little bit of help to see its goodness, untarnished by high school realities and sub-par teachers (if you were unlucky enough to have met some that fall under the category over your years of education)....

January 16, 2026 · 18 min · 3694 words · Melvin Lucas

25 Of The Most Powerful Portraits Taken By Photographers From All Over The World As Selected By Aap Magazine

We’re delighted to reveal the names of the 25 talented photographers who won AAP Magazine #24: Portrait. “The most difficult thing for me is a portrait. You have to try and put your camera between the skin of a person and his shirt.” - Henry Cartier-Bresson. The most common definition of portrait photography is: from identifying to the most sensitive approach of capturing emotions, (including its ability to heighten the model or to educate the viewer) portrait photography is strengthened by a wide variety of forms and practices....

January 16, 2026 · 13 min · 2582 words · Maria Mack

35 People Reveal Their Dirtiest Kitchen Secrets That Should Probably Stay A Secret

It’s no secret that every person has their own skeletons in the closet, gloomy or not, secrets that are better not known to others. Sometimes these are just some small facts that, according to people, can cast a shadow on them in the eyes of others. On the other hand, we are all human and we all make mistakes. And just like that, we want to look better than we are....

January 16, 2026 · 10 min · 2015 words · Evelyn Mcclung

35 Times People Realized They Were Facing A Psychopath

Psychopath. Just hearing the word makes us tense up. It is not an official clinical diagnosis, but many use the term to describe callous and morally depraved individuals. While it’s true that this group exhibits a range of disconcerting tendencies, such as low empathy and remorse, grandiosity, impulsivity, and sometimes aggressive or violent behavior, scientific findings show that people have varying degrees and types of the condition. Psychopathy seems to have some degree of heritability, although genetic and epigenetic factors are not entirely sufficient to account for the disorder....

January 16, 2026 · 62 min · 13163 words · Timothy Golden

55 Times Women Went To The Doctor And Ran Into Misogyny And Sexism Instead

When you’re sick or in pain, you go to the doctor expecting help. It’s a basic need, and seeking medical care shouldn’t require anything more than showing up and explaining what’s wrong. Yet for so many women, getting proper treatment means first having to prove they’re not overreacting or imagining things. The numbers are staggering: 2 out of 3 women say they’ve experienced some form of medical misogyny . Whether it’s having serious conditions go undiagnosed for years, being told their symptoms are “normal,” or watching male patients receive better treatment for the same issues, women are facing a system that too often fails them....

January 16, 2026 · 22 min · 4548 words · Lance Gilkes

Almost Everyone Wants To Adopt This Very Special Kitty That Looks Like Baby Yoda

This stray cat found in North Carolina is going to have no problem finding a forever home after a viral set of pictures have the internet comparing her to Baby Yoda, Dobby the elf, and the titular critters from the classic Gremlins. Jana Aviles, a vet tech in North Carolina, recently posted pictures of this cat that was brought into her clinic by a local rescue organization. Within a few days, hundreds of people from all over the US and beyond had fallen in love with the cat’s oddly positioned ears and short stature....

January 16, 2026 · 3 min · 531 words · Robert Williams