The main reason why cats scratch around their food is linked to their instincts. While we see our kitties as cute babies that need to be protected, they still retain some of their hunting instincts and show them through behaviors like this. Do all cats scratch around their bowl? No, not all cats scratch around food bowls. Like humans, cats are individuals with different personalities that influence their behaviors. Other factors like environment, past experiences, and even health status can also cause cats to scratch the floor around their food bowl....

However, there’s the other side of the coin: unwanted attention and unsolicited flirtations. Like what happened to this woman. She thought she was being friendly, but her coworker was spending time with her in pursuit of something more. When he found out she wasn’t available because of her religion, he got mad. Feeling guilty, the woman started wondering whether she was in the wrong, so she decided to consult with others online....

For this redditor’s co-worker, it was getting her nails or hair done every payday, which would make her late to work whenever said day came. Being the manager of the store, the OP eventually had enough of such time management and found her co-worker something to do with those acrylic nails of hers. Beauty procedures call for not only money but time, too Share icon Image credits: Giorgio Trovato / Unsplash (not the actual photo)...

“Someone came onto the property without supervision and proceeded to destroy the blueberry harvest,” user u/x_xDeathbyBunnyx_x said, shocked after finding that more than a “hundred berries” had been sacked without her permission on June 16th, 2024, leaving nothing but leaves and empty branches. The account of her experience on Reddit went viral, with over 12,000 upvotes and close to 900 comments in just days, many of which sympathized with the user and shared similar experiences of dealing with neighbors who took advantage of the hospitality of others....

Such was the case with today’s original poster (OP) who found out that her controlling ex-husband often left their child alone with his new girlfriend. She felt that the woman was not mature enough to parent her daughter, but she still tried to build a relationship with her, just for the child’s sake. More info: Mumsnet Moms are ready to do anything for their kids’ sake, even befriend their toxic ex’s new girlfriend Share icon Image credits: benzoix / Freepik (not the actual photo)...

Also, you can not just take a dog for a trip when you wish without knowing all the health concerns, as one Reddit user’s brother decided to do. The woman shared her story online after her entitled brother told her that he was taking her dog for 3 days without her permission. More info: Reddit If a dog was given to you but you never cared for him, it doesn’t really mean that the dog is still yours Share icon Image credits: cottonbro studio (not the actual photo) Woman shares that she has an entitled, man-child brother, and last night he decided to ‘inform’ her that he would be taking her dog for 3 days on a fishing trip Share icon Image credits: Jean Alves (not the actual photo) However, the woman explained that 9 years ago, her brother had demanded a dog and despite her disapproval, he got the dog but he never cared for it She was the one always looking after him, rehoming him when needed and taking him with her when it was a possibility, and even now, when he’s sick, she is the one caring for him Share icon Image credits: Humphrey Muleba (not the actual photo)...

However, some older folks cling to the idea that it’s a woman’s ‘duty’ to do the chores while the man gets to kick back and do nothing. One anonymous woman told the AITA online community how she kicked her dad out of her house after he shared some pretty sexist comments about how she splits the chores with her partner. Check out the full story below. Unfortunately, some folks don’t understand why it’s essential to split the chores in a relationship Share icon Image credits: GeorgeRudy/Envato elements (not the actual photo)...

Secrets have a way of showing up at the worst possible moments, and when they do, they can turn your entire world upside down. This is one Redditor’s story, who shared how she found out her boyfriend of 8 years still lusts after his high school crush. More info: Reddit Woman throws a surprise birthday party for her boyfriend, overhears him confess to his best friend that he finds his girlfriend disgusting and he wants to be with another woman Share icon Image credits: Himanshu Choudhary (not the actual photo)...

A man decided to prepare a dish with some venison, only for one dinner guest to flip out, as she believed that he should have disclosed it beforehand. People online were divided on who exactly was in the wrong. We reached out to the host in the story via private message and will update the article when he gets back to us. Cooking for a large group of people does mean making sure you know who eats and doesn’t eat what Share icon Image credits: piasupuntongpool / envanto (not the actual photo)...

One anonymous Reddit user asked the AITA online community for advice after sharing how she and her estranged sister got into a massive argument. The OP’s sister had demanded that she use her inheritance to fund her lavish wedding. Scroll down for the story in full. Bored Panda has reached out to the author via Reddit, and we’ll update the article once we hear back from her. It hurts to realize that someone only wants to reconnect with you because they want your money Share icon Image credits: Prostock-studio / envatoelements (not the actual photo)...

The 38-year-old California mom captivated millions with her “ancestral diet” posts, which she brands as a return to natural, unprocessed foods. Under the Instagram handle @gretchy, the content creator posted a video sharing every meal and drink she consumed in a day. The video, posted in May, garnered more than 5.7 million views as she explained how she avoids “seed oils, artificial sugars, dyes, and preservatives at all costs.” The Instagrammer revealed that her day begins with a ritual that feels almost sacred: a glass of filtered water with fresh lemon, followed by a cup of coffee brewed from “organic mold-free beans” and enriched with raw cream....

From jaw-dropping jewelry organizers to swanky speakers that’ll make your friends do a double-take, we’ve curated a collection of items so convincingly chic, you’ll be tempted to “forget” where you bought them. Say goodbye to your champagne taste on a beer budget woes, because we’re about to turn your humble abode into a palace fit for penny-pinching royalty. credit: pinterest.com credit: pinterest.com credit: x.com Follow Bored Panda on Google News!...

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Striking up a conversation about the sunshine or rain might seem cliché, but the weather is genuinely not a bad topic to discuss. Everyone knows about it, is affected by it and has an opinion on it. And if it’s severe, it’s the only thing most of us want to talk about! We’re well into summer storm season in many countries at the moment, so there’s a good chance you’ve experienced some intense weather recently....

Holding on to grudges can be detrimental to your health. And being able to forgive and forget someone’s wrongs is a virtue. However, that’s far easier said than done. In truth, some people’s behavior is so deeply hurtful and immoral that it’s hard to even consider pardoning them. User u/Nixieisnothere sparked a brutally honest conversation on r/AskReddit after asking everyone to share the very worst things people have done to them that they would never forgive them for....

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Even the original poster (OP) held on to her late mom’s jewelry and refused to give it to her stepmother, as opposed to her younger sister. However, the sister demanded their mother’s necklace to wear at her wedding, but knowing full well that she might give it to the stepmom, the poster refused. More info: Reddit It’s only natural to be attached to the objects that your late parents leave you Share icon Image credits: Kampus Production / Pexels (not the actual photo)...

Soaring rent prices, student loan debt, the increasing cost of living, and other challenges demand strategic planning and, in many cases, help from others. However, father and Reddit user NoDivide4576 thinks instilling resilience in his daughter is more important than accommodating her now that she is of age. The man took to the subreddit ‘Am I the [Jerk]?‘ to explain his stance, but, to his surprise, many disagreed, sparking a heated debate on parenting, responsibilities, and support....

And then there are those who leave servers nothing at all. A waitress’ video has recently gone viral after she recounted an uncomfortable situation she experienced while working at a restaurant, as well as her strong reaction to the customer’s remark. In the video, which received more than half a million views, a woman named Syd recreates the tense interaction, playing the part of the customer in question, who informed her after entering the establishment: “We wanna let you know up front we don’t tip....

Over the weekend, the Swiss socialite surprised fans with a rare throwback photo in honor of her daughter Diane’s birthday. Born in Lausanne, Switzerland, the 82-year-old is known for her extensive cosmetic surgeries. She also spurred headlines after walking away with one of history’s biggest divorce settlements following her high-profile divorce from billionaire art dealer Alec Wildenstein. On her daughter’s birthday, Jocelyn showed off her glamorous pre-surgery look, revealing a totally different side of her in the bast from the past....