Columbus, OH

We're almost past August's halfway point, which means one thing: Summer is coming to an end, meaning Brat Summer will pack it up soon, and it'll be time to wave goodbye to wild European club nights, loud neon green travel accessories, and bratty traveler behavior. But every end is a...

Being Cutesy and Demure? That's Just Good Travel Etiquette

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Living permanently on a cruise ship seems like a dream of the uber-wealthy. You spend your days lounging on the deck by the pool or touring an exotic location. Nights are spent dancing in the nightclub or enjoying live entertainment.You no longer have to worry about traffic, cooking or laundry. Your life has become all-inclusive as long as you’re on board.At Upworthy, we’ve shared the stories of a handful of people who’ve been able to spend their lives on a permanent cruise because they’ve figured out how to do so affordably. Or, at least, at about the same cost of living on land.Insider recently featured the fantastic story of Ryan Gutridge, who spends about 300 nights a year living on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas. He only leaves the ship for a few weeks a year during the holidays.

Man lives on a cruise ship 300 days a year because it costs the same as renting in Florida

From 1,345 Pounds to 139 Pounds: The Remarkable Journey of Khalid bin Mohsen Shaari. In an extraordinary feat of medical science and human determination, Khalid bin Mohsen Shaari, once the world’s heaviest man alive, has shed an astonishing 1,195 pounds (542 kg), thanks to the intervention of Saudi Arabia’s former King Abdullah. Shaari, who initially tipped the scales at 1,345 pounds (610 kg), now weighs a mere 139 pounds (63 kg).

World’s heaviest man alive loses 1,195 pounds in historic transformation

Life and Style Weekly

Ellen DeGeneres filled fans in about her life after ending her 19-season stint on her self-titled daytime talk show and admitted that she no longer uses Botox or filler. The Emmy winner, 66, revealed her new beauty practice during her recent act Ellen’s Last Stand … Up at Radio City Music Hall on August 1....

Ellen DeGeneres Addresses Change in Physical Appearance After Quitting Fillers and Botox

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Franklin County, AL

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Under the thick canopy of one of the oldest forests in the United States, a rustic trail winds among giant trees, lush waterfalls, ancient mossy boulders and towering rock formations. Although the beauty of the trail by day is enchanting, it's what appears there at night that's truly magical. That's when the mossy rock walls come to life with small specs of glowing vivid blue. It's caused by a rare bioluminescent wonder and this one place in north Alabama is the best place in the world to see it!

North Alabama Landmark is the Best Place in the World to See This Bioluminescent Wonder

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Once a staple on cruise ships, libraries are becoming a relic of the past, particularly on Carnival Cruise Line vessels. The cruise line has confirmed that it no longer includes libraries in the design of new ships, a decision that has sparked both disappointment and understanding among passengers.

Why is Carnival Quietly Phasing Out a Popular Ship Amenity?

Emily Standley Allard

"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

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Fact Check: Papuan Fisherman Caught Giant Axolotl Sea Creature?

Security at the airport is a fickle dance. Shoes, jackets, and belts off! Check your pockets! Electronics out? Yes? No! Electronics back in your bags. Place your 3.4-ounce liquids in their clear, quart-sized bag in a bin! And so on and so forth. It’s like a game where the rules are always changing. And some airports make this experience much worse than others.

The Worst TSA Experience in the U.S. Is at This East Coast Airport

Never taken a cruise before? We can tell you it is unlike any other vacation. Nowhere else are you on a floating resort in the middle of the ocean, making your way from port to port. Meanwhile, all your food, entertainment, and accommodations are all on one property. That means almost your entire vacation takes place in one spot.

13 Simple Things that Surprise First-Time Cruisers

Modesto, CA

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Disclaimer: The article contains mentions of murder. Reader discretion is advised. On December 24, 2002, a woman named Laci Peterson was reported missing from her residence in Modesto, California. Reports indicate that Laci was eight months pregnant at the time of disappearance. Subsequently, her husband, Scott Peterson, and their families started doing anything and everything to find Laci. Meanwhile, authorities initiate a massive search operation to find her and bring her back home. However, in April 2003, police discovered Laci’s body on the shoreline of Point Isabel. Correspondingly, they sent the body for an autopsy and found startling details.

Laci Peterson: What Did the Autopsy Report Reveal About Her Murder?

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been four years since the charismatic and rugged actor Robert Conrad died at 84. Best known for feature films like Palm Springs Weekend, and the trio of hit TV shows, Hawaiian Eye, Wild Wild West, and Black Sheep Squadron (a.k.a., Baa Baa Black Sheep), Robert Conrad was one tough cookie. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Tough Guy' Actor Robert Conrad ('Wild, Wild West): 4 Years After His Tragic Death

Las Vegas, NV

Where can you go to get a good meal around here? Between steakhouses, Italian joints, and even vegan restaurants, the Las Vegas dining scene is on fire, featuring food from some of the best chefs in the industry. Whether you're craving a slice of pizza or an indulgent multicourse feast, Sin City has something for everyone. It's not just the Strip either, the neighborhood dining scene is booming in the areas like the Downtown Arts District, Southwest Valley, and Chinatown. It's an exciting time with lots of great restaurants in Las Vegas, and while you can't go wrong with the tried-and-true dining experiences that define this town, the following collection of intriguing restaurants is your quick-and-easy cheat sheet for some of the best meals around.

Don’t Leave Las Vegas Without Visiting These Standout Restaurants

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A CRASH expert is “almost certain” of the cause for the death spiral that saw a plane in Brazil fall out of the sky and kill 62 people onboard. The revelation comes as the plane’s black box is removed from the wreckage, and is set to provide investigators with conclusive answers. Expert crash investigator Celso […]

Crash expert ‘almost certain’ of cause for plane’s ‘death spiral’ which killed 62 – as black box recovered from wreckage

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, is full of beaches and thrilling slides, according to BI's reporter.

I went to Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. It wasn't for me, but I can see why cruise-goers love it.

As someone who works on cruises, passengers should avoid spending money on these things, including individual drinks and laundry.

I've worked on cruise ships for years. Here are 6 things passengers should stop wasting money on.

Authorities have found 14 decomposed bodies in an abandoned boat off the coast of the Dominican Republic. According to The Post, “Documentation found near the bodies, which were discovered by forensic authorities about 10 nautical miles off the coast of the Caribbean nation Tuesday, indicates that the remains belong to people from Senegal and Mauritania, the Dominican Navy said.”

14 Decomposed Bodies Found on Abandoned Boat, Sparking Investigation

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, along with his girlfriend Sarah Jane Ramos and their baby daughter MJ, captured hearts with a Cowboys-themed family photo at training camp.

Aww! Dak's Share Adorable Camp Family Photo

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Brad Pitt has no regrets about discussing his sobriety journey — despite some backlash from his Alcoholics Anonymous group. Pitt, 60, revealed that AA wasn't thrilled about him mentioning the program publicly. "[Y]ou know they came down on me for that? AA did," he shared in a new GQ profile published on Tuesday, August 13. […]

Brad Pitt Has No Regrets After Alcoholics Anonymous ‘Came Down’ on Him for Revealing His Involvement

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Checking in on the 9-Month Cruisers After 8 Months at Sea

Every time I talk with some of the beloved cruisers aboard the Royal Caribbean Ultimate World Cruise, which has been sailing since December 2023, I always...

Checking in on the 9-Month Cruisers After 8 Months at Sea

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