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13 Superstitions That Boaters and Fishermen Swear By
What superstitions do you live by? Maybe you're a total believer in "knocking on wood" or like myself, that "what if something happens because I didn't knock on wood even though I know it's not really a thing" mentality. Basically superstitions give a us a sense of control. I was...
Hilarious Munchie Mitt Turns Baseball Glove Into Hot Dog Holder
Well, that's certainly one way to multitask while at a baseball game. Minor League Baseball has introduced the Munchie Mitt, an all-in-one baseball glove meant to hold your hot dog, condiments and even a drink. But, why?. What Is The Munchie Mitt?. Minor League Baseball recently introduced the Munchie Mitt...
Do Butterflies Actually Drink Turtle Tears?
We’ve reached a point where it's hard to trust anything you see online. For instance, when I come across a seemingly controversial photo, the first thing I check for is extra fingers, because that’s a giveaway for AI-generated images. It seems like AI still hasn’t mastered the art of fingers. I'm immediately reminded of the old “Extra Fingers” commercial parody from SNL.
Never Pack Anything Camouflage When Traveling to These Countries
How do you pack for a vacation? Like most of us, we pack what we think we need, what we must have, and for what we hope to do. Are there dress codes we need to contend with like restaurants that require a jacket or insist on a bathing suit cover-up? Research is our friend, especially when it comes to traveling outside of the United States.
Matt Damon Supports the Latest ‘Good Will Hunting’ Project
It's an iconic, critically acclaimed film that truly put Matt Damon and his best friend, Ben Affleck, on the map to super stardom. Good Will Hunting originally started its writing process in a film class Matt was taking. He brought Ben in later on and voila. The 1997 film grossed over $225 million in the theatre against a $10 million budget receiving nine Academy Award nominations including Best Picture and Best Director.
Iconic Cereal Brand Hit With Multiple Lawsuits Alleging High Lead Levels
The company behind a popular cereal brand is facing multiple lawsuits accusing them of having high lead levels in their products. General Mills is facing class-action lawsuits in both Minnesota and California which the Minneapolis Star Tribune says accuse the company of "dangerously high lead levels" in its cereal. Which...
Here’s the Latest on the ‘Murder She Wrote’ Movie That’s Been in the Works
I am obsessed with the comfy, cozy, iconic murder mystery television series Murder, She Wrote, starring Dame Angela Lansbury (may she rest in peace). I fell in love with it while watching with my mom growing up, and as an adult, I have seen the full series several times over. It's that perfect rainy day binge.
Every State Where It’s Illegal to Own an Adorable Axolotl as a Pet
They're cute and they could get you into a lot of trouble. Axolotl have been rising in popularity in recent years thanks to the amphibious creature's appearances in popular video games and as a plush character readily available on store shelves. What Is An Axolotl?. Axolotls are a type of...
Pitbull Buys Naming Rights to College Football Stadium in Landmark Deal
If you call yourself "Mr. 305," it only makes sense that you'd have your name on some of the buildings in Miami's area code. Pitbull has reportedly secured the naming rights to the football stadium at Florida International University. How Much Did Pitbull Pay To Have His Name On A...
Did Taylor Swift Just Post an Enormous Easter Egg Endorsing Kamala Harris?
Taylor Swift is the queen of posting Easter eggs. We love her for it because we pull out our collective magnifying glasses, put on our Sherlock Holmes hats, and start the process of dissecting her latest hint, a puzzle piece if you will, that eventually leads to something that Swifties and fans alike embrace.
Major Retailer Gets Backlash Over Plus-Size Clothing Options
A clothing retailer with 165 stores across the country has come under fire for what some social media users are calling a pullback from their plus-size clothing options. Forever 21, like many stores that once dominated shopping malls, has seen its share of struggles in recent years. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 2019 only to be bought out of bankruptcy in 2020.
True or False: Flashing Your Lights Will Change a Red Light to Green
We've all flashed our high beams at that often nicknamed and unlovingly called "midnight light." Even though it seems like those forever red traffic lights happen in the early morning hours or late at night, we've all sat at a red light in the middle of the day. We literally experience all lanes move through at least two to three cycles while we sit and stare at that red just taunting us.
Horses in the Olympics Fly on ‘Air Horse One': WATCH
While the Olympic equestrian athletes can simply jump on a commercial flight, it's obviously not that easy for the four-legged athletes. We're used to seeing horses being pulled in trailers traveling around the United States, but sometimes they, too, are packed and ready to head to the airport. Clearly, that's the only way when it comes to these Olympic equestrian athletes getting to other countries when there's an ocean in the middle.
Flightless Eagle Who Used to Care for a Rock Now Raises Injured Eaglets
His name is Murphy and clearly this wannabe father is a natural parent. He lives in a bird sanctuary and had been caring for a rock as if it was an actual bald eagle egg. According to the Hasan Jasim website, Murphy, the bald eagle, can't fly because of a now healed broken leg, so he's kept safe at the World Bird Sanctuary in the St. Louis, Missouri area.
Harris Chooses Walz as Running Mate in Upcoming Election
Kamala Harris now has a running mate for the upcoming election. The Associated Press is reporting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is set to become the pick for vice president. The 60-year-old Walz has served as Minnesota's governor since 2019. He spent time in Congress in the early 2000s following a career in the military and as a high school teacher.
That New Alphabet Song is Going Viral Again Because ‘Tis the Season
Remember when that new version of the iconic Alphabet Song materialized during the pandemic in 2020? Well, with a new school year closing in, it seems to be going viral again. The Alphabet Song is so near and dear to our hearts, sharing the same tune as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Baa Baa Black Sheep. Personally changing this beloved children's song feels quite blasphemous.
What It Means if You Keep Seeing Dragonflies
How often do you actually see this gigantic flying bug that can freak us out initially until we realize it's just a dragonfly doing his or her thing, flittering around, enjoying life. Oh, and don't worry about them biting you. According to WebMD, they won't bite us however be aware...
You’re Using the Word ‘Weird’ All Wrong and Don’t Even Realize It
"Weird" has a long history that is rather, well, weird. The while the word has been around for centuries, the meaning behind it has shifted throughout time from being a compliment to a descriptor for something deemed unusual or out of he ordinary. Origin Of 'Weird'. When we use the...
The Epic Stunt Tom Cruise Will Perform at the Olympics Closing Ceremony
I know we don't want to think about the closing ceremony in Paris just yet, but alas, the planning and execution stages continue for the Olympics committee and everyone behind the scenes. When an Olympics finishes up, there's always the passing of the torch to the upcoming host city at...
Is Snoop Dogg Really Making $500,000 Daily at the Olympics?
It's really hard to believe that Snoop Dogg is making half a million dollars daily for his beyond entertaining shenanigans at the Olympics. Granted most of us are loving his very "Snoop" take on all things Olympics and Paris at this XXXIII Olympiad. But $500,000 a day? This can't be...
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