Since Sunday, June 18, 2023, crews have been desperately searching for any sign of the missing Titan submersible. The underwater vehicle, which currently has 5 people onboard, lost contact with its mother ship only an hour and 45 minutes into its dive, and teams have been attempting to locate it ever since. It is predicted … Read more
People are remarkably effective at twisting events, circumstances, and even words to their own self-interest. We hear what we want to hear, as the saying goes. One man described a time from the past when a manager, perhaps mistakenly, said that he would approve any and all overtime, across all departments for multiple days. Likely … Read more
Revenge is a dish best served cold, but this maybe doesn’t always translate when it comes to the internet. Sometimes, for the right person and the right circumstances we allow ourselves to indulge in a bit of evil-doing. And the magic of the internet allows us to read others’ stories without going out and becoming … Read more
My mom was always proud of her ability to cook. She wrote out various non-standard recipes from cookbooks, watched cooking shows – and was always upset when she saw that I took hardly half a portion on a plate. The thing is that my mom was absolutely intolerant of spicy food – so my childhood … Read more
Sometimes parents can view their little ones as an extension of themselves, to the extent that the kids become a representation of unrealized dreams and goals that didn’t pan out. In a heartfelt post to the Am I The [Jerk] community, a concerned father revealed that this was the cause of a rift between him … Read more
Am I the only one who finds it funny when people with a miniscule amount of power strut around as if they’re kings, complete with red cape and ermine fur trimmings? They’ve just got that patronizing “oh, hello, peasant” attitude, even if the other person knows more and better than them. You’ve also probably seen … Read more
Traveling to another country is often very exciting and fun; however, it can often be followed by culture shock. There are so many different people and traditions in the world that it’s not surprising they often catch us off guard. Some countries are more introverted and people there keep to themselves, while in other cultures … Read more
In a world where it feels like we’re constantly being bombarded with ads, it’s rare to see one that really stands out and captures the attention of consumers. But if you’re a connoisseur of great ads or are interested in getting some inspiration for how your own company can spread the word about your services, … Read more
Cleaning might not be the most fun activity there is; not for all, at least. But even those who take no joy in wiping and mopping would likely agree that few things are more satisfying than viewing the before and after of a cleaned-up mess—whether it was a pot that needed a good scrub or … Read more
We genuinely feel that a good sense of humor is one of the most important things to look for in a partner. No matter how tough things might get, they’ll find the silver lining, keep both of your moods up, and help you giggle your way toward bluer skies. (Being able to make someone else … Read more