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A woman’s outrageously infectious laugh once left Robin Williams mesmerized during his own interview

A woman’s outrageously infectious laugh once left Robin Williams mesmerized during his own interview

Comedian Robin Williams never seemed to stop his lifelong quest to make people laugh. He succeeded so often that it must have simply felt like second...

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40-something woman who grew up in foster care beats the odds in college graduation video

40-something woman who grew up in foster care beats the odds in college graduation video

Jade Tompkins, who goes by @Craftyhag on social media, made a simple video on TikTok. In a moment of pure vulnerability, she humbly shared her story....

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Language experts explain the fascinating reason we say ‘goodbye’ and the journey it took from the 1600s

Language experts explain the fascinating reason we say ‘goodbye’ and the journey it took from the 1600s

Goodbye. It’s a word so many of us use daily. Some shorten it and simply say, “Bye!” If you’re a toddler, you might say, “Bye bye.” If...

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Pete Holmes makes it anything but weird in conversation with Upworthy

Pete Holmes makes it anything but weird in conversation with Upworthy

Comedian Pete Holmes isn’t just funny. He’s a deep thinker who digs so far beneath the crust of your average every day “observational” comic...

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‘No convincing’: Teacher praised for getting to the heart of ‘no means no’ lesson

‘No convincing’: Teacher praised for getting to the heart of ‘no means no’ lesson

The important one-sentence rule, “no means no” remains one of the most steadfast lessons for human beings. It has been a key learning tool,...

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A dad is moved by outpouring of love after sharing a video of his daughter seeing a rainbow

A dad is moved by outpouring of love after sharing a video of his daughter seeing a rainbow

It’s not surprising that the whimsy of a young girl seeing a rainbow for the first time garnered a lot of likes on social media. And, of course, the...

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Millennials are ditching ‘boring grey’ for this joyful mid-century color

Millennials are ditching ‘boring grey’ for this joyful mid-century color

Everything old is pink again, to paraphrase a famous adage. This applies even in bathrooms. Neutral colors have ruled the interior design of powder...

17.04.2026 2

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Watch a 10-year-old Sabrina Carpenter cover The Beatles “Come Together” for Miley Cyrus

Sabrina Carpenter seems to have been born on stage. There’s a clear ease with which she performs, often adding a cheeky layer of humor to her...

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A young girl tells Carol Burnett ‘hello’ from her neighbor. It happened to have been Carol’s biggest crush.

When a person consistently brings the world joy, it’s extra special when we see them experience it tenfold. This is what happened for iconic...

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In 1958, NASA recruited 11 Deaf men to test how zero gravity affects humans

We are constantly being reminded of Isaac Newton’s famous quote, “If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” Eleven...

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Columbia shuttle astronaut shared a moving take on humanity shortly before reentry tragedy

On February 1, 2003, a tragic reminder of how delicate life is struck those watching the landing of Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-107). Commander Rick...

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56 years after it first debuted, Robert Plant performs a majestic version of ‘Ramble On’

In 1969, Juggy Sound Studio in New York City was forever changed. That year, Led Zeppelin recorded part of their album Led Zeppelin II there,...

10.04.2026 4

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Spike Lee steps in to help woman with ALS complete final bucket list wish

When Marypat Velasco was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) near the end of 2024, what she...

10.04.2026 4

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Chef creates nursing home menu sourced from the family recipes of senior residents

Chef Craig Bowerson had a wonderful idea. He had noticed that the residents in the nursing home where he oversaw the dining menu had quite a few...

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11-year-old girl is on the hunt to meet every other ‘Kirsty’ in the world who can help her fight brain cancer

There is something about finding connection with fellow humans that can help make even the hardest obstacles seem more bearable. So when Kirsty Waugh...

09.04.2026 4

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People swear these Gen X and Millennial names are ‘due for a resurgence’

If you’re a Gen X-er or a Millennial, ask yourself how many Jennifers did you grow up with? How about Brians? Stephanies, maybe? It seems like it...

09.04.2026 3

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30 ‘lost’ verses from philosopher Empedocles finally come to light

Before there was Plato, Aristotle, or even Socrates, there was a group of Greek philosophers who imparted their wisdom onto others in the early 5th...

07.04.2026 2

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Gen Xers share how to avoid a midlife crisis so younger people don’t have to

Take it from a Gen Xer: midlife regrets are no fun. But what if it were possible to learn from our elders and avoid making the same mistakes? We’ve...

06.04.2026 3

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Woman makes boyfriend sign ‘Performance Improvement Plan’ after he forgot her birthday

It happens to the best of us. Sometimes we mark down important dates in our calendars only to completely space out and oops, the day has come and...

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Resurfaced 80s training video on ‘how to tip’ has people laughing with Gen X nostalgia

Tipping culture is ever-changing and, for many, has always been a bit confusing. Perhaps that’s why a training video was made circa the 1980s to...

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Math researchers confirm ’20 year rule’ in fashion trends and it’s uncanny

Everything old is officially new again after mathematicians determined that trends tend to resurface “every 20 years or so.” So, while a...

05.04.2026 6

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Skincare mogul says her ‘high touch’ theory will be the most important job-saving skill in the age of AI

Like it or not, AI technology is almost certainly here to stay. While that might bring new conveniences we never thought possible, it still causes...

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Hipster guy’s surprise ranking for each of Snoopy’s relatives has become a viral phenomenon

Snoopy, everyone’s favorite beagle from the mind of Peanuts creator Charles Schulz, is the joyous gift that keeps on giving. So, when content...

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Fashion icon Betsey Johnson has the most punk rock message about turning 83

Fashion designer Betsey Johnson was punk rock before punk rock was even a thing. In the 1960s, she won the Mademoiselle Guest Editor contest. By 1969,...

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A 13-year-old shares how he bravely protected a girl for being mocked for having her period

Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear black Savage jackets. And some aren’t even 14 yet. Such is the case for Josue Carrizosa, who shared a piece of...

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A guy puts his AI chatbot into the most awkward conversations possible, and it’s pure comedy

Just because AI is confusing to many of us doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun with it. A content creator named Husk does just that by putting...

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Pizza delivery man scored ‘best tip ever’ and it’s warming hearts

In this weakening economy, tipping has become a hot-button issue. So when a pizza delivery man took to Reddit to share how he received “the best tip...

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LAPD’s 90-year-old ‘Volunteer of the Year’ just happens to be Bruce Willis’ mom

Picture this: A 90-year-old woman has been diligently volunteering with the Los Angeles Police Department for 22 years simply because “she loves to...

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Woman thanks ‘boiled peanuts’ for helping her survive divorce, and people love her resilience

Sometimes our coping mechanisms are found where we least expect them. Such was the case for a woman named Ruby Gregory, who went through a breakup so...

27.03.2026 10

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Happiness expert shares simple ’20-Second Rule’ to make bad habits harder and good ones easier

Life can be full of roadblocks, but what if there were little things we could do to make it a little easier? While nothing is guaranteed, what if...

27.03.2026 7

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People share inconveniences from back in the day that would ‘break’ us in 10 minutes now

It’s perfectly normal to forget how much the world changes month by month. It can feel like we blinked, and suddenly there are self-driving cars,...

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People share the one thing that makes them laugh without fail. Here are some of the funniest responses.

Arielle Nissenblatt has many questions for her followers on Threads. But one in particular stood out last week, and it led to days of laughter. She...

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Mom stopped taking teen’s phone as punishment and switched to something more helpful

When it comes to disciplining teens, every generation and every parent has their own style. Back in the Gen X days, when someone got grounded, we...

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101-year-old woman answers kids’ questions about the old days in this delightful clip

In a compilation that has resurfaced and gone viral (yet again) on social media, a 101-year-old woman named Alice is seen meeting a gaggle of young...

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Instagram post compares Robert De Niro’s face over the years to explain why everyone’s ears change

Our bodies are miraculous, and much of the time, we don’t even know why. As we age, without any surgical help, our face shapes can change, shoulders...

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‘Old soul’ kid chooses his own name, then cracks himself up for a full minute

Donna Whelan describes her young son, Jacob, as an “old soul,” and well over a million people on social media seem to agree. She shares many...

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Shade up or shade down? Flight attendant settles the plane window etiquette debate.

Even though commercial airlines have been taking flight for 112 years, questions about etiquette still spark heated debates. Who gets the middle seat...

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Psychologist uncovers the unexpected reason we procrastinate and the trick to stopping it

Procrastination is more common than some might think. In fact, according to an article by Forbes senior contributor Bryan Robinson, more than 78...

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An adorable compilation of cats interrupting serious news reports is pure joy

Cats have an interesting way of showing up when you least expect them. Sometimes their mere presence at the oddest of times provides the perfect break...

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Siblings rap version of ‘The Little Mermaid’ song has people hooked

It was just an average Friday night for Tara Annan and her family of seven. Everyone was enjoying downtime in the living room when suddenly the two...

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A new hopeful payphone project invites ‘Boomers’ and ‘Zoomers’ to connect one conversation at a time

Imagine you’re young and strolling through a university campus, wishing you could randomly chat with someone much older. Perhaps you’re looking...

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Wholesome comedian Pete Holmes shares 3 words that have been a game changer in how he views life

If you’re familiar with comedian Pete Holmes, you probably know he’s not afraid to go deep. He’s seemingly on a constant journey of...

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Researchers dug beneath a 2,400-year-old tree and were shocked by the treasures they found

Close your eyes and let your imagination take you to the seaside coast of the southern Chilean rainforest. Now picture a giant cypress tree—an...

15.03.2026 8

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I spent a week chatting with people over 80. Here are 4 pieces of wisdom they shared.

There are only a few things in this life we can’t evade. One of them is aging. Sure, there’s Botox and facelifts and all that jazz to help us look...

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Torchy Swinson, a Southern great-grandmother, gives the most iconic advice and people are riveted

Torchy Swinson, a self-described great-grandmother of seven, has figured out a formula for imparting wisdom in both a heartfelt and hilarious way. In...

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Caregivers at senior living home share the 3 hard truths they wish everyone knew

While caring for the elderly can be extremely rewarding, it comes with a specific set of challenges that aren’t often discussed. Delivering...

02.03.2026 8

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4 everyday phrases that may indicate someone is highly intelligent

So often, we equate intelligence with standardized testing, or say, degrees or rank in a graduating class. The person who has a 4.0 GPA and high SAT...

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Man walks around Brooklyn after blizzard to show off the most wonderful snow creatures

Art is magical because it can be found anywhere at any time. So when New Yorkers got close to three feet of snow dumped on their city, many dug deep...

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Seniors ranting about their friend Barbara cheating at Mahjong is the Internet's best new reality show

If you've ever watched seniors play Mahjong, you know they're not messing around. Some might find it complicated. A player's guide...

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Malala Yousafzai's brother reveals beautiful sentiment about living in his sister's shadow

Malala Yousafzai most certainly has a lot of light. At the young age of 11, she began advocating for education for girls after the Taliban took over...

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