The world is full of interestingcuriosities, for those with the eyes to see. While most of us would take the various things around us for granted, there are some folks out there who devote time and energy to gathering,collecting, and sorting. This post may includeaffiliate links. Bored Pandagot in touch with professor and avid collector Shirley M. Mueller, M.D fromCollectorbrain.comto learn more about why people make collections in the first place....

You might think that people are eitherbook smartorstreet smart. Well, in reality, the conjunction is different, and you have to change theorto anandbecause you can be both. And should be.Folks have recently been sharing some of their street smarts in a now-viralReddit threadthat answered the questionwhat is the best “street advice” you can give?Bored Pandahas collected some of the best bits of advice from the thread to craft the lovely curated list below, so go enlighten yourself before the street does that through practice....

If aliens ever visited Earth and you wanted to show them just how unique, diverse, and bizarre humankind can get, you should take them for a ride on thesubway. There’s something special aboutpublic transportthat brings out the strangeness in some folks.The Paris metro is no exception! The‘Les Gens Dans Le Métro’(‘People in the Metro’) Instagram account documents the strangest sights that Parisians have seen on the subway. We’ve collected some of the funniest and oddest photos to share with you....

Work and relationships are probably inexhaustible topics that many people find relatable, especially if they’re aboutthe anti-work movement. Not working - wouldn’t that be a dream? I guess many of us would love it if we never had to get up early to go to work again. More info:Instagram This post may includeaffiliate links. The No Hour Work Week has 14k followers and a pretty clear mission. The ‘I Hate My Job’ profile picture is probably all you need to know about their view on the modern work culture....

There are certain artists we’re always eager to introduce to you, dear pandas, and Kevin McShane is definitely one of them! We’re thrilled to share his comic series with you, and we’re confident you’re in for a great time and plenty of laughs.According to theartist’s website, McShane has been creating his comic strips for over 30 years, but his talents extend far beyond cartoons. His diverse skill set includes roles such as creative executive, producer, illustrator, designer, animator, photographer, podcaster, and more!...

Lifeis full of choices we make every day. Most of them are small, like deciding what you want to eat for dinner or what flavor of toothpaste to buy. But others, the big ones, have the power to completely redirect the course of your life.Recently, people in this popularReddit threadwere sharing stories about exactly that. But instead of discussing their own experiences, they reminisced about the wrongdoings of others, which left their lives completelyin shambles....

A new study suggests that traits common to people with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) — particularly distractibility and impulsivity — might be advantageous strengths handed down from our ancestors. These traits may have conferred significant advantages to our ancestors, particularly in the context of foraging and survival strategies, the researchers suggest. David Barack from the University of Pennsylvania, who was the lead author of thestudy, said the results offered a possible explanation for why traits like distractibility and impulsivity are common....

Beef actress Ali Wong took onlookers’ breath away with her spectacular ensemble while she attended the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards. The event, which honors the best achievements in film and television performances for the year 2023, took place on Saturday (February 24) at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles, California. It was the first time the ceremony streamed live on Netflix. HighlightsAli Wong dazzled at the 2024 SAG Awards in a peacock-like Iris Van Herpen gown....

Ready to level up your fitness without overspending? We’ve got you covered! Explore our selection of the best affordable treadmills, designed to enhance your home workouts without breaking the bank. Let’s find your perfect fit and kickstart your fitness journey today!This post may includeaffiliate links. Ready to level up your fitness without overspending? We’ve got you covered! Explore our selection of the best affordable treadmills, designed to enhance your home workouts without breaking the bank....

Chelsea Handler took birthday celebrations to new heights with some bikini-skiing down snowy slopes while her furry pals were her trusted sidekicks. HighlightsChelsea Handler celebrates her 49th birthday skiing in a bikini with her dogs.Celebrities and fans, including Demi Lovato, express their birthday wishes.Handler is known for challenging societal norms around relationships and child-rearing.She expressed annoyance at being constantly asked about having children. “Multi-tasking on my 49th!” she wrote on Instagram as she shared the video of herself and her canine companions....

A 56-year-old cyclist tried to seize the day like a modern-day knight but found himself being accused of breaking the law instead. Dave Clifton, who was cycling through Belgravia in London, tried to be a responsible citizen when he spotted a commuter in a Range Rover using his mobile phone while driving. The cyclist from South West London decided to film the moment with his helmet camera and hand over the video clip to the police....

It’s hard working for a boss who doesn’t appreciate you or the work you do. We can find plenty of stories abouthorrible bossesand their antics on the Internet. The lesson in most of them is that employees should not be afraid to stand up for themselves. A healthy dose ofmalicious complianceor petty revenge can sometimes be the best medicine against a jerk boss. The OP ofthis storycertainly wasn’t afraid to stand their ground....

Lots of things change over time, and while some friend groups stick together through it all, the dynamics might inevitably change, too. Forthis redditor, things started shifting when her friends started having children. The group grew bigger and bigger and the OP—the only one without kids—was expected to go with the flow, which entailed covering part of the children’s expenses. But when she asked her friends tomake accommodationsfor her, the group wasn’t willing to....

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