In the world of the rich, there are those who were born into their wealth (old money) and those who made it themselves (new money). And while both enormously wealthy twentysomething aristocrats and entrepreneurs share some qualities of those who have been swimming in infinite riches since they started breathing, there are subtle and not-so-subtle … Read more
For the worldly American, the summer Eurotrip is practically a rite of passage. While much connects the US and Europe, the two entities are different enough that American travelers often experience culture shock when they visit different European countries for the first time. One person on Reddit asked American travelers to share what struck them … Read more
Every one of us has fears, insecurities, imperfections and things that we don’t feel confident about. Also, everybody has their boundaries, rules and things that are important for them. It’s not a surprise that we can never know what’s going on in other people’s heads and lives. Some things that we think are a casual … Read more
Messing about with bears is probably one of the most Darwin Award-worthy things to ever do. But hey, it’s an award, worth it, right? Do it for the vine! Please, don’t. Humanity has messed around with nature enough—just remember that global warming is enough testament to how much you should never test Mother Nature’s patience. … Read more
Professionals from all walks of life have their own slang that can go viral as new trends gain popularity. And that’s completely normal. But someone who has a silver tongue (or corporate backing) can spin the truth and hype up something that is entirely ordinary. For some, a deconstructed meal is the pinnacle of the … Read more
If you’ve never been to Eastern Europe, you might not be familiar with the Slavic squat, but we’ll be happy to educate you today, pandas. Because Slavic countries have not only gifted the world with delicious borscht, gorgeous pottery and impressive wood carving, they’ve also provided us with plenty of entertainment online! Below, you’ll find … Read more
The work we entrust medical workers with is often of literally life-or-death importance, and even if not, they are responsible for helping to preserve our health and wellbeing. As one doctor on Reddit reminded us all, that means we should respect their time and resources instead of involving them in our own personal schemes. When … Read more
It’s no secret that much, if not everything, in this world is built on trust. We trust the state in the field of its functions, we trust teachers in the field of education for our kids, we trust our business partners… after all, in God we trust. And without trust, there can be no successful … Read more
As you perhaps know, in his legendary Divine Comedy, Dante described the nine circles that make up hell, but many centuries have passed since then, and now there are already ten circles in hell. And the tenth, the most prestigious and privileged, is intended exclusively for entitled persons. People who, for some reason only known … Read more
If you’ve ever been really strapped for cash, you know the mental gymnastics your mind can do to figure out a way to get some cash to just scrape by till your next payday. It’s not a nice way to live, but it is survival, what we humans do best. But sometimes, this useful skill … Read more