Jessica Maddox, assistant professor of digital media, recapped the last twelve months online by saying that memes seemed to be the main way people dealt with, reacted to, and processed the news, whereas senior writer Thomas Germain from Gizmodo (a media outlet) claimed that “judging by what we saw in 2023, it’s clear that the golden age of memes is over.” To settle this, Bored Panda reached out to viral marketing strategist and CEO of Viral Marketing Stars, Katya Varbanova, who believes that memes in 2023 were brilliant, especially the ones about women’s empowerment....

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Mat is a French tattoo artist who blends two contrasting drawing styles into one very cool hybrid. Most commonly, he features realistic black-and-white elements with cartoonish, colorful ones. Previously, Mat shared about his influences: “I think many artists influenced my work, and still do. Some are so good that it gives me the motivation to always try to do better. But at the beginning, I was only focused on Myke Chambers’ work, and later, I discovered the work of Yogi Barrett and Dzikson....

From hating the number of the year to visions of the future in dreams, some marriages didn’t even get off the ground for the most inane bases. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorite examples, and be sure to share your own stories in the comments section below. ewwdavid- , gustavo-fring Report YesImJen , seteph Report RottweilerBridesmaid , cinematicimagery Report TheLastLibrarian1 , snowjam Report rockyroadicecreamlov , ioan-bilac-8334169 Report...

We have a handful on this list if you want more of that. We’ve compiled responses to this recent Reddit question: “What’s a fact about the world that sounds totally fake but is 100% true?” Some of these answers may blow your mind. If you enjoy nerding out on random facts about the world, this one’s for you. But either way, you will likely learn something new today. moni2603 , Department of Defense Report...

There is a lot of beauty in that. For example, if you were to take a walk through a cemetery and observe all that’s around, you’d probably notice some very unique ways in which people choose to honor their loved ones. But of course, you can also do that without leaving your home because there’s a subreddit just for this purpose. Scroll down to see the best pictures posted there!...

“My black leggings will have to be pulled from my cold dead hands,” said one redditor, when they were asked what ‘old person’ hill they were willing to die on. This unique discussion was started by a netizen going by the moniker ‘Rooster’ on Reddit, and resulted in quite an extensive list of answers shared by members of the ‘Millennials’ community. Netizens covered all sorts of things, from a certain length of socks they prefer, to use of social media and technology, and more, showing that some things are staples for certain generations and that they’re not going anywhere....

And if you’re as curious about the mysterious lives of detectives and private investigators as I am, you’ve come to the right place, pandas. One Reddit user invited PIs and detectives to recall some of their strangest cases, so we’ve gathered their most fascinating stories below. Enjoy scrolling through these tales that sound like they could be plots of television shows, and keep reading to find a conversation with full-time private investigator Tony Smith!...

The 49-year-old rapper posted the photo on Instagram, mocking Diddy for his arrest on charges of racketeering and sex trafficking last Tuesday (August 17), and the copious amounts of lubricant and baby oil seized by Homeland Security from Combs’ residence during a raid. 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis James Jackson, stated in an interview with the Hollywood Reporter that he intentionally avoided Diddy’s parties due to them having “an uncomfortable energy....

Today, we’re featuring the dog memes from the project I’d Rather Be With My Dog. It’s an Instagram page with over 500k followers. But that’s not all: it’s also a brand that’s all about rescuing pups and giving them a loving forever home. So sit back and enjoy some memes for dog lovers from other true dog lovers! To know more about dogs and what their silly behavior captured in memes can be, Bored Panda reached out to Clinical Animal Behaviorist Karen Wild....

Be it about movies, video games, food, or other important aspects of a kid’s everyday life, Harper’s content evokes the cherished memories of yesteryear and transports us back to when the world seemed like it was filled only with joy and innocence, a world that was simpler and brimming with excitement at every turn. More info: saturdaymorningnostalgia.com | Instagram | TikTok Parker’s creator, Paul Coleman, believes people tend to crave nostalgia when facing adversity....

If you’re looking for ideas on how to present certain dishes or inspiration on what to make in the first place, you’re in the right place. On the list below you will find some of the most adorable Easter foods, from desserts to savory snacks, and beyond. So wait no longer, scroll down to find them, and get ready to prepare one cute-looking feast. While cooking is not equally enjoyed by all, to some it’s a passion, which makes them happy to spend countless hours in the kitchen....

Most of us who had a good childhood remember it fondly. Who wouldn’t want to go back to the days when all you did was play outside and didn’t have a care in the world? That’s where childhood nostalgia bias comes from. We remember some things as incredible simply because we saw or experienced them when we were kids. Recently, one X account shared some props from movies they couldn’t stop thinking about even well into adulthood, and the post went viral....

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These uncouplings, though sometimes “conscious” all played out in a very public way - thanks to the prying eyes of the paparazzi. But there’s a whole other world of divorce drama that some people might not even be aware of. And a pluckarazzi that could put the Hollywood paps to shame. An online community has been closely following a flock of fabulous and (now) free, feathered divorcees. They’ve been sharing photos, along with what they believe are the bittersweet backstories of bird break-ups....

The “Relatable Tweets” internet page shares the posts from X (that name didn’t age well, did it) that sum up the human experience. From suggestions that deep down all of us agree with, to elusive emotions that, finally, someone put into words. We got n touch with Signy Sheldon, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology to learn more about empathy. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments below....

If you’re more fearful of not having enough stories to tell, rather than the stories themselves, you’re in luck, as today we’re shedding light on quite a few of them. Scroll down to find some terrifying tales, as shared by the ‘Scary Stories’ Instagram account, on the list below and expand your selection of chilling accounts to scare your friends and family with this spooky season. Below you will also find Bored Panda’s interview with a behavioral scientist at the Recreational Fear Lab at Aarhus University in Denmark and in the Psychology Department at Arizona State University, Dr....

To achieve a cohesive flow throughout your home, use the same palette of colors but in varying proportions using this ratio, and each space will feel unique yet connected to the others.” For a home to be comfortable, she urges homeowners not to overlook lighting as well. “Layer your lighting with a mixture of ambient, task, and accent lights, as this will allow a space to be functional yet aesthetically pleasing and offer you the flexibility to relax and adapt in the space,” she explains....

So we at Bored Panda set out to find the situations that made people do a double take to fully understand what they were looking at. From unlikely coincidence to trippy optical illusions, the pictures we ended up with serve as a playful reminder of the intricate dance between the human brain and the world around it, urging us to appreciate the beauty in the ordinary. Follow Bored Panda on Google News!...

If you’re interested in checking out some bizarre and hilarious signs, you’ve come to the right place. We took a trip to a couple of Facebook groups dedicated to sharing wild signs, Absurd Signs (Not Absurd Rules) and The Absurd Sign Project Uncensored 2, and gathered some of their best posts down below. Keep reading to find a chat with Chuck Darling, an admin of Absurd Signs (Not Absurd Rules), and be sure to upvote all of your favorite pics!...