Luckily, January saw multiple fascinating stories about the natural world around us. From unlikely interspecies friendships that saved lives to studies proving a link between sleep deprivation and reproduction, we’ve had quite a busy month for animal-related news. Bored Panda has selected seven captivating animal stories that have made headlines during the first month of the year. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops!...

More info: Astronomy & Astrophysics Scientists have discovered an extraordinary phenomenon known as ‘glory’ in the atmosphere of the distant exoplanet WASP-76b Share icon Image credits: ESA Share icon Image credits: ESA Share icon Image credits: NASA Share icon Image credits: NASA WASP-76b is an exoplanet classified as a Hot Jupiter that is located in the constellation Pisces. It was first discovered on 21st of October in 2013 and is currently the only known planet in the WASP-76 system....

In the Reel, the actress announced: “I just had a birthday,” while working out in a gym before adding: “Don’t love the number, but look, we have no choice.” Courteney, who turned 60 on June 15, quipped: “You just gotta do the best you can,” as she showcased her various exercises, which included running on the treadmill and using different weights machines. Toward the end of the video, the Scream talent’s personal care regimen took a bizarre turn when she emerged from a tiny freezer wearing nothing but a bikini....

While many of us might dream about it, a woman from the United States actually did it. The woman shared her journey of relocating abroad for a more affordable lifestyle on TikTok. Below, you’ll find all of the details Ajla shared, as well as reactions viewers have had to her video. The woman shared a video detailing how moving abroad made her salary go much further Share icon Image credits: Timur Weber / pexels (not the actual photo)...

Angelina picked up her first Tony as a producer of The Outsiders, which took home Broadway’s biggest prize for Best Musical, People reported on Monday (June 17). While the Lara Croft: Tomb Raider star produced the adaptation from S.E. Hinton’s 1967 coming-of-age novel, Vivienne worked as a producer’s assistant. But while 92 countries celebrated Father’s Day over the weekend, Angelina and Vivienne’s appearance at the Tony Awards highlighted, yet again, the growing distance between Brad and his six children....

Taking to his TikTok page on Monday (September 16), a user who goes by RidgeX documented his experience visiting the famous makeshift pond located on the corner of Tompkins Avenue and Hancock Street. In the video, which has amassed nearly 14 million views, RidgeX explained that the “Bed-Stuy Goldfish Pond,” named after Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, was the result of a leaking fire hydrant. “And people have been putting fish in the sidewalk,” the TikTok exclaimed....

Created by a lab technician who goes by the nickname Jacked-Cookies, the story details a frustrating encounter with an arrogant senior scientist whose dismissive attitude led to a costly mistake. While the organization fosters a collaborative environment, this one scientist insists on micromanaging every task and doing things his way only. Luckily, in the end, he did receive a lesson in humility. Hopefully, he gets the message. There are type A personalities, and then there are entitled jerks Share icon Image credits: ThisIsEngineering / pexels (not the actual photo)...

As we learned about the ‘Swatercolour’ comics from the artist himself: “They sometimes approach difficult issues like mental health, but the aim of the comics is not to solve the issues but to show a different perspective on them. That new perspective often comes from the cat, who is based on my cat Ona who passed away a few years ago.” More info: Instagram | twitter.com | Facebook | youtube....

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Jaycie Lane Tungett, from South Mississippi, shared the moment on her TikTok account in a video that amassed over 5.5 million views and more than half a million likes. “POV: you are newly engaged & find a $20 wedding dress at Goodwill,” the woman wrote in the video, which was set to a remix of Cyndi Lauper’s Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. According to The Knot Real Weddings Study, which surveyed nearly 10,000 couples who got married last year, the average wedding dress cost in the United States in 2023 was about $2,000....

Through her Instagram platform, she often shares her personal journey and artistic reflections, engaging over 2K followers. Her comics delve into themes like identity exploration, the nuances of transitioning, and everyday challenges, resonating deeply with those following her. From experimenting with names to adapting fashion choices, Nyxis’ work is not just entertaining but enlightening, offering a unique perspective on the highs and lows of womanhood and transition. More info: Instagram | twitter....

“The couple got engaged a while ago and have kept the news private. But now they are being open about it with their circles. They have been besotted with each other from day one, so taking this next step was inevitable,” a source told Mirror. The report comes just days after Dakota shared that she’s embracing the idea of motherhood. “I’m so open to that. I’ve gotten to this place where I really want to experience everything that life has to offer....

Redditor u/wusselpompf recently went viral after sharing how, together with their wife, they got revenge against a landlord who tried to keep their deposit. The tension reached a boiling point after the couple had already moved out when their landlord suddenly demanded that they renovate the apartment. Read on for the full story. Bored Panda has reached out to the author via Reddit, and we’ll update the article as soon as we hear back from them....

Corey Harris had a court hearing for driving with a suspended license on May 15. Instead of appearing physically for his court hearing, the Michigan man joined over a Zoom call and was caught doing the very thing he was not supposed to do. Washtenaw County Judge Cedric Simpson was visibly stunned when the accused man admitted he was, in fact, behind the wheel. When he joined in for the call, the man told the judge that he was on his way to his doctor’s office and needed “one second” to get ready for the hearing as he pulled into a parking spot....

A woman on TikTok shared the irritating moment when a guy kept pestering her with odd questions at work. She then told him an outright lie to get him to leave, and he ended up confronting her about it later on. More info: TikTok Woman working in a male-dominated job is randomly questioned by a coworker about her education, she comes up with a quick lie to shut him down Share icon Image credits: Polina Tankilevitch (not the actual photo)...

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A Redditor found themselves in a potentially tough situation when cops were called because the restaurant staff thought they skipped out on the bill. Turns out, it was just tummy problems. More info: Reddit Person gets accused of dining and dashing, cops get involved, poor customer’s only crime was having a sensitive tummy Share icon Image credits: cottonbro studio (not the actual photo) When the poster visited a Chinese buffet, their stomach started acting up, so they immediately rushed to the bathroom with all their stuff because they knew how long they’d take Share icon Image credits: Andrea Piacquadio (not the actual photo)...

For one Reddit user, the thought of weaponizing farts against a table of unruly dude bros was just too good to pass up. He recently turned to the r/pettyrevenge community to recount the tale of him and a buddy dealing a double smelly smackdown after the rowdy table left their server in tears. More info: Reddit Rowdy restaurant goers kicked up a fuss about their drinks order, leaving their server in tears Share icon Image credits: pressfoto (not the actual photo)...

More info: Instagram At 92, Carmen Dell’Orefice world’s oldest model still working Share icon Image credits: Carmen Dell’Orefice What is the first image that comes to mind when you hear the word “model?” Most likely it’s a tall, incredibly photogenic young person. They do look amazing in those crazy high fashion outfits, but it makes us question: are only young people considered beautiful? What happens after 40, 50, 70? Is there a certain age where people get written off?...

It’s heartbreaking to witness our beloved companions in such distress. That’s why it’s crucial we understand how to provide comfort and support to help them cope with their storm anxieties. Simply ignoring or downplaying their fear doesn’t make it go away and can even make the phobia worse over time. Why Are Dogs Afraid of Thunderstorms? Share iconImage credits: ronomore Thunderstorms present a multi-faceted assault on a dog’s senses and instincts, leading to reactions ranging from mild unease to full-blown phobias, often causing severe fear in dogs afraid of storms....