Being a resturant server in the US is tough, particularly in states like Utah where the minimum wage is a pitiful $2.13 an hour. Waiters and waitresses rely heavily on tips for the bulk of their salaries. So when they received generous $200 tips…
You might know Darth Vader as the evil Sith Lord intent on destroying the Jedi Order, but actually he’s just a normal guy with everyday life problems. Damn! Forgot half the stuff I was supposed to buy. Everyday Vader is a project…
It’s dark, cold, and miserable: winter is definitely coming. But on the plus side, that means it’s also time to hunker down in cosy knitted jumpers. But, this year, chunky knits aren’t just for jumpers and scarves — people are wearing them…
How many ways are there to express your love for your cat? For Germany-based animation student Julija K., there are 12. She’s used her cat to explore different illustration styles, ranging from Disney and Tim Burton to Dr. Seuss. And they’re quite brilliant: Miyuli, as she’s…
You know the saying: “dads will be dads.” Irish dad Joseph Griffin is no exception. He recently filmed his entire trip to Las Vegas on a GoPro facing the wrong direction without realizing it. D’oh! Naturally, the internet loves it. “So…gave my…
Richard Scarry is the prolific children’s book author who we all know and love. Since 1949 he’s created more than 300 gorgeous books. What is less well known is that Scarry has been quietly updating his work to ensure that…
This is the 230-foot sea-organ in Zadar, Croatia, which uses the energy of the winds and waters of the Adriatic sea to create beautiful music. The sea-organ, or “morske orgulje” as it’s know in Croatian, was designed by Croatian architect Nikola…
If you love cats and beer, then there’s a cosy little British pub that you just HAVE to visit. This is why: Time for treats at the cat pub ??? #caturday #catpub #bristol #catsofinstagram #catladiesofinstagram #drunkwithcats #catbeer #meow A photo…
If you love dogs but aren’t able to keep one, there is now a solution in the form of a new app. Bark’N’Borrow allows you to search for dogs to borrow — so you don’t ever have to long for doggy company again! It’s a…
Former cancer nurse and mother of three Holly Christensen crochets beautiful, flowing wigs out of soft yarn for children who’ve lost their hair to chemotherapy. The wigs are modeled after the children’s favorite Disney princesses. Christensen’s project all started when her friend’s 2-year-old…
It’s amazing what you can do with paper, and if you’re a master origami folder, well then it’s mind blowing. These particular origami models were made using the difficult wet folding technique. Even Master Yoda gets a make-over. Origami is from ori meaning “folding”,…
Growing roots are a constant annoyance for people who dye their hair. But this fun new trend could be the answer to all root-related problems. Rainbow glitter roots are taking Instagram by storm, and for anyone old enough to remember,…
The World Giving Index — which ranks which countries are the most charitable — is out. And the United States has lost its position as the most generous country in the world. But all is not lost, as it’s only slid…
Line Severinsen is a mother of two and talent illustrator/animator who lives in Bergen. Her hilarious webcomics about the challenges and everyday struggles of being pregnant are instantly relatable to anyone who has been pregnant, and a real eye-opener to those of us who haven’t. Her…
Ura has lived a long and happy life. And at 17 years, the adorable white Scottish Fold cat has found internet fame. The Japanese star has 24,000 fans on her Twitter and blog — and with these cute costumes we’re not surprised. Ura has kidney…
Wedding photographer Thomas Stewart was sick and tired of snap-happy wedding guests ruining his photos, so he went on Facebook to vent. His rant has now gone viral, and for good reason: Right, I’ve had enough. I want to talk to you all about guests…