Guy Builds “Glitter Bomb,” Thwarts Several Would-Be Package Thieves
It’s an infuriatingly common aspect of modern life. You order something nice online. Maybe a new tether for your tetherball set out back. You’re all excited for some sweet teth’ action. But when the package gets delivered on your doorstep, some scofflaw swipes it for themselves. Package theft is happening even more...
15 Products For People Who F*cking Love Swearing
Lots of us like to own nice things that spruce up our homes and our lives. Throw pillows. Artwork. Fancy drink coasters. Decorative birds’ nests. Whatever floats your boat, man. But have you ever felt like the typical fare at a typical gift store was just a little too…boring? You have a rebellious streak, and a tea kettle with a robin...
15 People Who Said The Worst Possible Thing At The Worst Possible Time
We’ve all done it: said the wrong thing at the wrong time. A waiter says “Enjoy your meal” and you say, “You too!” Asking someone when their baby is due, only to find out that they weren’t even pregnant. Telling everyone at a dinner party that you loved Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, unaware that the...
15 People Who Were Born For Their Jobs
Nominative Determinism is a theory that people gravitate towards lines of work that fit their own names. And it happens all the time in real life. There’s a lawyer named Jennifer Justice. A meteorologist named Amy Freeze. And a urologist named Dick Chopp. Here are 15 more real-life examples. And yes, they’ve heard all the jokes....
15 New Year’s Resolutions For People Who Already Have Given Up
Lots of us came into the new year with a resolution or two that would improve our lives for the better–lose weight! Exercise more! Don’t fall for as many pyramid schemes! But let’s be honest. Right now, depending on where you live, it’s mid-afternoon on New Year’s Day. You’ve probably already broken your...
Meet “Swim Reaper,” An Instagram Account About A Beach-Loving Grim Reaper
The Internet is full of parody social media accounts that milk one joke, usually a pun, until it’s done to death. Here’s one that’s not only funny, it’s also got a positive message. Meet The Swim Reaper. Like many good parody accounts, this one is simple. You’ve heard of the Grim Reaper. This is his beach-loving...
NASA Creates Movie Posters For Every Mission, And They’re Hilariously Awkward
Becoming an astronaut truly is one of the greatest achievements for a scientist. The NASA selection process is one of the most competitive in the entire world. The agency most recently selected new astronauts last year, in 2017. The demand was overwhelming, as NASA received 18,300 applications for just 14 spots. That’s an acceptance rate of...
15 Of The Funniest Spelling Mistakes Of 2018
Mark Twain is one of the greatest authors of all time, but he was also an unapologetically bad speller. When it came to spelling, he had this to say: ““Anyone who can only think of one way to spell a word obviously lacks imagination.” Sorry, Mark. We love Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn, but you’re wrong on this one. Getting a commonly...
People Share The Worst Christmas Gifts They Ever Received
It’s the day after Christmas. If you’re not working, you’re probably doing one of two things: enjoying all your sweet gifts, or returning them for store credit. We’ve all received, , a bad gift before. Usually it leads to a brief awkward moment of feigned interest before you move on. But once in a while, you’ll...
15 Kids’ Letters To Santa That Weren’t Afraid To Get Real
For children who still believe in Santa Claus, writing him a letter is one of the most magical experiences of the holiday season. You’re not simply mailing someone a list–you’re sending a message to a magical being with the power to make all your holiday wishes come true. It’s quite the rush. But of course, we’re...