After a divorce, even if it’s amicable, spouses usually give back the things that don’t belong to them and reclaim those that are theirs. This often includes last names, yet some spouses choose to keep their ex’s last name even after the divorce. In one small study, 17 of the 20 married women kepttheir former … Read more
In many places of the world, the Covid-19 pandemic has reshaped the way people view health care. In the United States, for example, a nationwide survey led by Northeastern University found that public trust in physicians and hospitals plummeted, going from 71.5% in April 2020 to an abysmal 40.1% in January 2024. And the consequences … Read more
When his daughter began receiving vile text messages from an anonymous bully, Shawn Licari thought the texter would be a classmate, an enemy or even a stranger. He never suspected his own wife would be the one tormenting his teenage daughter Lauryn and her now ex-boyfriend. In front of the family, Shawn’s wife Kendra Licari … Read more
Everyone deserves to take breaks from work. You should have an hour in the middle of the day to enjoy your lunch and decompress, free evenings to focus on your hobbies and weekends to spend with loved ones. But not all jobs can provide this much flexibility. If you’re a parent, for example, you’re probably … Read more
A respected UK surgeon who amputated hundreds of patients’ limbs had his own legs severed off for twisted reasons. Neil Hopper, 49, of Truro, Cornwall, was accused of having his legs amputated for a combination of reasons, including “greed.” He claimed he “bitterly regrets” his “dishonesty” but does not regret losing his legs. HighlightsNeil Hopper, … Read more
The faces we see today on the big screen, walking red carpets, starring in blockbusters, and performing onstage for millions of fans, behind all the glamor, these celebrities once battled the harsh reality of being homeless. From Oscar-winning stars to chart-topping singers, these popular names once had no place to call home. Many of these … Read more
Research shows that cheating occurs in 20-30% of marriages. In most cases, cheaters do it with the people they know well: 53.5% of Americans said they cheated with a close personal friend, while 29.4% said it was a neighbor, friend, or a long-time acquaintance. But this husband probably outdid all cheaters: he was unfaithful with … Read more
You’ve got to give it to food and service industry professionals—many of them have the patience of saints! An unavoidable part of your job when you’re cooking and serving strangers food is having to deal with rude and entitled customers from time to time. It’s practically a rite of passage. However, some people go beyond … Read more
Some mornings, it’s hard to roll out of bed and face the day. One of the things that helps is believing that there’s still kindness, joy, and humor waiting for us in the world. That’s where the Facebook page ‘I Love My Family’ comes in. It’s packed with lighthearted, wholesome posts about goofy pets, considerate … Read more
Everything in this world has a price. Something for which we are ready to receive a certain life experience, things, money, and benefits. Some knowledge, even. The most important thing is that this price is not too high in the end, so that we don’t regret having paid it. Our story today, first told by … Read more