27 Of The Most Obvious Scams That People Still Fall For

It’s easy to assume that you would never fall for a scam when you haven’t been the victim of one yet. But nowadays, it seems like grifts are running rampant online and in the real world, and they’re getting harder and harder to avoid. Below, we’ve gathered a list of scams people have fallen victim to and shared on the Mildly Infuriating subreddit, so you can be aware of these tactics and avoid making the same mistakes....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;4 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;640 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Jo Hoyle

29 Addictions People Usually Don T Realize The Severity Of As Shared Online

You’re probably imagining something sinister, like a person addicted to illegal substances. There are actually so many obsessions that are equally as bad but not discussed as much, which is why we put together this list. More info: Reddit dark_intent77 , Vitaly Gariev Report Freddafreddajedda , Jonas Lee Report Ambitious-Assist-278 , Chinmay Singh Report This second type of dependency isn’t really taken seriously, and sometimes, people even joke about gambling or Internet addictions....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;397 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Loni Tingley

29 Products That Pandas Couldn T Keep Their Paws Off Last Month

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<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;1 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;28 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Susan Mcmillan

30 Amazing Galentines Day Gifts To Make The Day Special

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<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;1 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;28 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Clifford Thomas

30 Clever Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society By Sarah Morrissette

We reached out to Sarah and asked her some questions about her work. The cartoonist shared that her main inspiration for starting her series was… boredom. She added: “For most of my childhood I didn’t have a TV or electricity. My mom raised me on a Greek island and then on a hippie commune in northern California—off the grid. I didn’t have plastic toys and things like that to keep myself busy....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;236 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Christopher Drumheller

30 Facts People Learned In School That Are Now Disproven Because Science Moved Forward

This does, however, mean that some information that we learned in the classroom can become outdated within our lifetimes, as members of the r/ask online community recently shared in a viral thread. We’ve collected some of these internet users’ insights about what facts have changed since they learned them in school. Scroll down to read what they had to share. Bored Panda got in touch with the author of the viral thread, redditor u/karatass91....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;4 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;697 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Virginia Warfield

30 Hilarious Tweets That Capture The Most Relatable School Pick Up Experiences Shared By Parents

Take picking them up from school, for instance. You, as a mom or a dad, are there to bring your little one home, excited to see them, when they open the car door and express their great disappointment that it’s you and not the other parent here today. While that might not seem like much to others, it feels like a little—uncalled for, I might add—dagger to your heart. This is just one of the many scenarios of what happens when it’s pick up hour....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;372 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Richard Winkler

30 Hilariously Cringy Moments That Will Forever Live As Screenshots On The Internet

However, the same “law” applies to moments that are, let’s say, less than ideal. For example, having a brain fart on social media and sharing a bizarre status update, or going live on TV with an explicit item in the background. The subreddit ‘Hilarious Cringe’ is an excellent example of that. This online community is dedicated to collecting and immortalizing moments that make awkward seem cool. “Years ago, I commented ‘r/hilariouscringe’ on a r/sadcringe post, and it got so many upvotes that I decided to create the community,” they told Bored Panda....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;398 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;James Torres

30 Of The Best And Most Beautiful Examples Of Maximalism

A home is a sanctuary; it’s a place to rest and recharge. So, we model it and decorate it in a way that brings us the most comfort. For some people, it’s all about empty spaces, decluttering, and minimalism. But others live by the motto that more is actually more. For them, it’s all about color, eccentricity, and excess. These people are maximalists, and today, we’re covering the sanctuary of their aesthetic – the Maximalism subreddit....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;3 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;440 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Janet Blount

30 People Share Their Encounters With The Kindest And Rudest Celebrities They Ve Ever Met

The ultimate test is bumping into them in real life. A recent r/AskReddit thread has its users sharing their best and worst celebrity encounters, and the responses ranged from heartwarming to disillusioning. While some stars appeared to be humble and kind even to random strangers, others didn’t live up to their reputation and showed a side of themselves that shattered the admiration fans once had. NOLAComicsFan , slgckgc Report...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;3 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;511 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Lois Riser

30 Perfect Examples Of I Knew It Moments

It can sometimes be difficult to determine what’s a gut instinct versus what’s simply nerves (or even bad leftovers). But it’s best not to ignore what your body tries to tell you. You just might end up saying “I knew it” later down the line. Redditors have been recalling times when their instincts were spot on, so we’ve gathered some of their best stories below. From having a feeling that a partner is cheating or that it wouldn’t be wise to hitch a ride with that seemingly friendly stranger, enjoy reading all about these times when people’s intuition was on their side....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;4 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;707 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Martha Scott

30 Posts Of Entitled Brides And Grooms To Mentally Prepare You For This Wedding Season

What brides and grooms are not entitled to, however, is treating their loved ones like trash in an attempt to have a “perfect” wedding. Below, you’ll find some screenshots of messages, posts and more featuring engaged individuals who got called out for their selfish behavior online. Enjoy scrolling through these pics that seem almost too ridiculous to be real, and keep reading to find a conversation with wedding expert Jhona Yellin, Editor at Bespoke Bride!...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;343 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Matthew Tabares

30 Thought Provoking Comics Blending Existential Themes And Lighthearted Fun

In an interview with Bored Panda, Steve shared that though he loves creating comics, he sometimes takes a break from them. “I’ve occasionally gotten frustrated at the lack of interest some of my comics have received and have backed away from them. But on balance, I’d rather make comics than not, because on the occasions I have stopped, I have been much less happy!” So, let’s give Steve some love, as we think his creations are pretty fun!...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;377 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;William Knight

35 People Share The Most Surprising Things They Learned From Getting Divorced

However, we humans are often more resilient than we think and can come out of dark moments stronger than before. A good example comes from the Reddit user BondEmilyBond. They recently posted a question to the platform, asking divorced folks to share the lesson they took away from the experience. Here are some of the most upvoted replies they’ve received. Independent_sunshine , Fuu J / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;418 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Frank Medina

36 Captivating And Humorous Illustrations Created From Everyday Items By Christoph Niemann

“I try to let the object dictate where I’m going. I pick a random object, put it on my desk, and then just start staring at it, desperately hoping that something clicks. I try to tackle these images with absolutely no plan regarding the end result. I’m searching for an unusual angle that leads to a visual connection that is surprising for me (and the viewer)," the artist told Bored Panda....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;1 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;112 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Connie Bethel

38 People Share Traditions And Social Norms They Absolutely Hate

Interested in which processes people would like to speed up if given a chance, Reddit user NewImprovement1160 asked everyone else on the platform to list the traditions and cultural norms they wish would disappear for good. And their call was answered — continue scrolling to check out the most popular answers. LeMaigols , Francisco Fernández / pexels (not the actual photo) Report naterzgreen , Sam Dan Truong / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;322 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Kellie Mercado

39 Horrifyingly Nostalgic Cartoon Makeovers By This Artist New Pics

“I have always been a big cartoon and horror fan, lived for Saturday mornings as a kid, and my first introduction to the ‘horror/comedy’ genre was to rent Toxic Avenger when I was about seven, so in school, I drew mashups of cartoons and movies already back then. Remember drawing mashups with Snoopy a lot back then (and I still do),” wrote Daniel. Daniel replied: “I grew up in the ’80s and ’90s and then later watching late ’90s cartoons after stumbling home from a night out....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;326 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Darren Maggard

40 Bartenders Reveal The Worst First Dates They Ve Seen That Range From Cringe To Heartbreaking

Going on a first date can be exciting. You’re getting ready wondering how the night is going to go, and whether or not you will hit it off; and while many couples do, others - not so much. It’s no surprise that bartenders are the people who get to witness many first dates—both good and bad. So when the redditor ‘gilesvg’ addressed the bartenders in the ‘Ask Reddit’ community, asking them to share stories of first dates going sour, they had plenty....

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;3 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;639 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Micheal Wolfertz

40 Times People Forgot To Keep Their Mouth Shut And Said Something Utterly Awful

Unfortunately, the words we’d most like to forget are often the ones that stick with us forever. Redditors have been recalling the cruelest things people have ever said to them, so we’ve gathered some of their most heartbreaking stories below. It might not be easy to read through these replies, but if you have similar stories of your own, know that you’re not alone. Italophilia27 , Ksenia Chernaya/pexels Report...

<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;2 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;233 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;Harvey Allison

41 Amazon Best Sellers That Speak For Themselves

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<span title='2024-10-20 00:00:00 +0000 UTC'>October 20, 2024</span>&nbsp;·&nbsp;1 min&nbsp;·&nbsp;28 words&nbsp;·&nbsp;John Lacy