Ana M.
Ana joined the Bright Side team in 2021, embarking on a journey that began as an Ideas Finder and blossomed into a role as a writer. With a passion for literature and a background in dentistry, she enjoys writing topics that appeal to a wide audience, including riddles, personal stories, and health-oriented articles.

My MIL Refused to Respect Our Parenting Rules—Now She Won’t Be Babysitting the Kids

My MIL Refused to Respect Our Parenting Rules—Now She Won’t Be Babysitting the Kids
Cooking
57 minutes ago

Taking care of young kids can be really hard, but moms always find a way to manage. Going from being a stay-at-home mom to working again is not an easy decision, and it can also be expensive.One mom shared her story with us. Instead of sending her kids to daycare, she chose to leave them with her mother-in-law. But just when she started to trust her, the truth hit her hard.

10 Cunning Riddles That Are Harder Than They Look

10 Cunning Riddles That Are Harder Than They Look
Quizzes
4 days ago

People enjoy solving riddles to keep their minds sharp. Each riddle hides a small clue or detail that leads to the answer, if you know where to look. Some puzzles can take hours to solve, while a few sharp thinkers spot the trick right away. The riddles below may look easy at first, but don’t rush, most come with a twist. Take your time and see how many you can crack.

10 Tricky Riddles to Challenge Your Brain in 7 Seconds

10 Tricky Riddles to Challenge Your Brain in 7 Seconds
Quizzes
month ago

Sometimes we overthink and miss the obvious answers, while kids solve them easily by keeping things simple. The best riddles hide little details that most people miss. To solve them, you just need to look at things differently. Think you can crack them in just 7 seconds each? Let’s see what you’ve got! Try to solve them all, and don’t forget to check your answers at the end!

Met Gala 2025: We Ranked From Boldest to Hottest Men of the Night

Met Gala 2025: We Ranked From Boldest to Hottest Men of the Night
People
month ago

Fashion’s biggest night returned with all its usual flair and drama. This year’s Met Gala was held on May 5, 2025, with a dress code that nodded to menswear — ’Tailored for You’ — and a theme titled ’Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.’ As always, the red carpet was full of bold, stylish looks, and we’ve decided to put together our picks for the best-dressed men of the night.

Met Gala 2025: Top 14 Hair and Make-Up Looks Ranked by Bright Side

Met Gala 2025: Top 14 Hair and Make-Up Looks Ranked by Bright Side
People
month ago

The Met Gala brings together the biggest names in fashion and entertainment every first Monday of May. This year’s theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, celebrates the influence of Black menswear through the years. We’ve asked our colleagues and ranked the standout makeup and hair looks from the night, let us know which ones were your favorites!

I Refuse to Pay for My Stepdaughter’s College Tuition and Sacrifice My Dream

I Refuse to Pay for My Stepdaughter’s College Tuition and Sacrifice My Dream
Family & kids
month ago

After years of saving and meticulously planning her dream trip abroad, Julia found herself facing an unexpected dilemma. Her family now expects her to hand over her hard-earned savings in the name of keeping the peace. Feeling torn between protecting her dreams and avoiding family conflict, Julia turned to Bright Side for advice, unsure whether she should stand her ground or sacrifice her plans to maintain harmony.

12+ Disturbing Events That Still Echo in People’s Minds

12+ Disturbing Events That Still Echo in People’s Minds
Curiosities
2 months ago

Sometimes we aren’t even aware that we are part of events that could permanently change our lives. We often think that these unsettling, thriller-like events are just a product of our imagination, not something we are actually living through. Even though some of them make sense, most feel like the plot of a scary mystery novel.

10 Mistakes You Could Be Doing With Your Child’s Pocket Money

10 Mistakes You Could Be Doing With Your Child’s Pocket Money
Family & kids
2 months ago

Parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. Kids see the world differently and rely on us for guidance. When it comes to money, the habits and lessons we teach early can shape their future for years. That’s why it’s important to recognize mistakes, even when they happen unintentionally.

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