If you want to take a closer look at nature’s wonders, you’ve come to the right place!Ian Granström, a photographer from Southern Finland, captures intimate wildlife images of foxes, birds, elk, and much more. What seems to be done so effortlessly is, in reality, much more complex. Ian shared with us how sometimes he’s out of luck: “Taking photos of wild animals is not always easy. Finding the animals and getting close enough to get those extra good shots takes preparation and time....

If you’ve ever walked along a beach and picked up a piece of driftwood, you know how fascinating it can be to imagine the journey it’s been on. For Kirsty Elson, a talented artist from Cornwall, England, driftwood isn’t just a piece of weathered wood—it’s the beginning of something magical. She transforms these found treasures into captivating animal sculptures that brim with character and personality.From speedy ostriches to laid-back sloths, each of Kirsty’s creations bursts with charm....

Amber Luke, also known asAustralia’s most tattooed woman, stunned the internet with athrowback photofrom a time when 99% of her body wasn’t covered in ink. In the first photo, taken in her early twenties, Amber is shown with only a few tattoos on her forearm, hand, and neck. In contrast, the recent photo on the right shows her body almost completely covered in tattoos. HighlightsAmber Luke, a.k.a Australia’s most tattooed woman, posted two before-and-after photos of her transformation....

You know what they say…no good deed goes unpunished. Sometimes, doing something nice for someone can backfire in the most spectacular way. One minute you’re spreading good vibes, and the next, you’re caught in a drama you didn’t sign up for. More info:Reddit RELATED: When you do something nice for someone, it can either be a sweet surprise or a terrible headache Image credits:somemeans / Freepik (not the actual photo)...

Today’s story is somewhat similar to those, but at the same time a tad different. In it, a DnD enthusiast joined his wife’s workplace white elephant gift exchange, where he set his sights on a hand-crafted dragon. A colleague’s child had the same idea, but since both of them couldn’t have it, one of them had to become a Grinch. More info:Reddit RELATED: Sometimes you have to live with the fact that your Christmas gift isn’t what you wish for Image credits:Cansu Hangül / Pexels (not the actual photo)...

They sayweddingsbring people together, but sometimes they do the exact opposite, shining a spotlight on just how different everyone’s priorities can be. Throw in a little family tension, a few different opinions, and a touch of stubbornness, and suddenly you’ve got the perfect recipe for a not-so-happily-ever-after, before the vows are even exchanged. When one Redditor shared her story, the internet was quick to rally behind her bold decision to gently uninvite her parents and siblings from her upcoming wedding....

Dimitris’sability to see artistic value in the mundane continues to inspire people on social media and here onBored Panda. His approach to photography evolves with every new project he undertakes as Dimitris reflected on his creative process and shared that he finds beauty in the unexpected, often letting chance guide his work. “I don’t go out with a specific theme in mind,” he explained. “I let the streets and my surroundings surprise me....

Interracial relationships can be quite beautiful because they help merge two differentcultures, traditions, and belief systems. Of course, there can also be obstacles related to race and how each partner approaches different situations.This is exactly what happened to one interracialcouplewhile deciding how they were going to host Christmas. The poster’s innocent suggestion about having separate events for each of their families prompted her husband to make a racially charged comment that left her flabbergasted....

Post some photos of decorations you or your family have made, especially ones that come out every year.This post may includeaffiliate links.RELATED:Modal closeAdd New ImageModal closeAdd Your Photo To This ListPlease use high-res photos without watermarksOoops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.Not your original work?Add sourcePublish Post some photos of decorations you or your family have made, especially ones that come out every year.This post may includeaffiliate links....

Oxford’s word of the year for 2024 is ‘brain rot’, defined as“the supposed deterioration of a person’s mental or intellectual state, especially viewed as the result of overconsumption of material (now particularly online content) considered to be trivial or unchallenging.”It’s both refreshing and rewarding, then, when you find a place on the internet that stops your doom scrolling in its tracks and makes your thumb quit swiping for longer than a New York minute....

For some, the holidays are a magical season filled with joy, togetherness, and festive cheer. But for thisRedditor, it’s been the complete opposite—a time of trauma and dread that has haunted her for decades.For the past 30 years, she’s had just one wish forChristmas: to be left alone. And now, at long last, that wish is finally coming true. RELATED: For this woman, the holidays have always been filled with dread Image credits:astrakanimages / envatoelements (not the actual photo)...

Let’s face it: most New Year’s Eve parties fall somewhere between “awkward small talk until midnight” and “watching your cousin Dave attempt the Macarena.” But not this year. We’ve got 14 party-elevating ideas that’ll transform your gathering from standard celebration to legendary status faster than you can say “auld lang syne.” This isn’t about throwing just another party with a countdown clock – it’s about creating the kind of celebration that makes people cancel their other plans and lie to their fancy friends about why they can’t make their overpriced restaurant reservations....

Ryan Reynolds, the star of theDeadpoolfranchise and husband ofBlake Lively, added fuel to the social media fire surrounding her wife andIt Ends With Usfilmmaker,Justin Baldoni, via acryptic message. Reynolds shared an Instagram story urging his almost 54 million followers to donate to the SickKids Foundation while wearing his iconic superhero costume. HighlightsRyan Reynolds shares cryptic post amid drama between his wife, Blake Lively, and Justin Baldoni.The actress accused the filmmaker of sexual harassment as well as of orchestrating a smear campaign against her....

Street photography shows us the world from a raw, unedited perspective, and this time, you are about to rediscover Israel.Ilan Ben Yehuda was born in Ramat–Gan and became interested in photography 20 years ago. Most of his shots are taken in the streets of Tel Aviv and its coastal areas, mainly the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Mea Shearim. Ilan shared that for his work in Mea Shearim, he won first prize in the religion category in the Israeli Documentary Competition “Local Testimony....

There’s something deeply symbolic about windows. They often represent a gateway to the outside, symbolizing the human desire for exploration, freedom, and escape from confinement. Put a cat in one, though, and the picture completes itself.An Instagram account with 278K followers,@WindowKitty, posts pictures from all around the world of cats contemplating life from a windowsill. Some are silly, some are regal, but all beg to be shared. Here’s a collection of our favorites....