Rima P.
Rima is a full-time writer who loves penning down all things health, beauty, celebs and facts. She loves working at BrightSide because she gets to spread joyful words across the world. When not writing, she can be found cooking up a storm in the kitchen, or with her nose and all other senses buried in a book.

10 Minimalist Manicures That Will Be Everywhere This Summer

10 Minimalist Manicures That Will Be Everywhere This Summer

When it comes to summer 2025, the only nails that truly shine are a minimalist manicure. From thin French tips with a twist, to micro nail art, the 2025 summer nail trends are all about “less is more.” Here are some of the coolest trends to try that last long, are spunky, and won’t cost you an arm and a leg, be it money-wise or time-wise.

25+ Vintage Photos That Prove Grandparents Had Movie Star Appeal

25+ Vintage Photos That Prove Grandparents Had Movie Star Appeal
Family & kids
3 days ago

A photograph freezes a moment in time, allowing us to revisit it again and again. Each image tells a story, not just of our families, but of entire generations and cultures. Photos capture more than faces; they hold the emotions, places, and even the atmosphere of worlds that may no longer exist. This is why old photos are even more precious, because they offer us a glimpse of the world that once was, just like these stunning shots.

I Finally Told My Son to Move Out—It Ended Badly

I Finally Told My Son to Move Out—It Ended Badly
Family & kids
5 days ago

Sibling conflicts are as common as is sibling love. But what happens when it’s between your adult children, and affecting the family’s relationships on the whole? One of our Bright Side readers wrote to us, telling us about how her relationship with her adult son has been affected. All because she wanted to take care of his sister, who had just given birth. This is her letter, and her request for advice.

12 Times Kindness Was the Secret Ingredient to Healing Hearts

12 Times Kindness Was the Secret Ingredient to Healing Hearts
Curiosities
week ago

They say money makes the world go round, but they’re mistaken. What truly gives life meaning is human connection and the most powerful emotion of all, kindness. Offering a kind gesture lifts your spirit; receiving one can warm your soul. With that in mind, here are a few heartwarming stories of kindness to brighten your day and remind you of the goodness in the world.

I Sued My Daughter Over Her Betrayal—Now She Refuses to Talk to Me

I Sued My Daughter Over Her Betrayal—Now She Refuses to Talk to Me

Few things cut deeper than betrayal, especially when it comes from someone you love unconditionally. For Elizabeth, the heartbreak was unbearable when her own daughter deceived her. A devoted mother, she had generously offered her home to her newlywed daughter to help the young couple begin their life together in comfort. But what happened next was something Elizabeth could never have imagined. She reached out to us to share her story, and to ask for guidance.

10 Hilariously Outdated Pregnancy Rules We Can’t Believe Were Real

10 Hilariously Outdated Pregnancy Rules We Can’t Believe Were Real
Girls stuff
2 weeks ago

From old wives tales to grandma’s homilies, pregnancy is often a time we tend to get swayed or confused by what our elders believe, thinking their knowledge comes passed down from generations. With medicine making leaps and bounds, we know more about what truly goes on with us and our baby today. That being said, superstitions still abound to date, but even they have nothing on these outdated pregnancy beliefs that took the joy out of impending motherhood.

9 Beach Cover-Ups That Make Summer 2025 Look Effortlessly Cool

9 Beach Cover-Ups That Make Summer 2025 Look Effortlessly Cool
Girls stuff
2 weeks ago

Nothing screams summer more than beachwear. While it’s important to get yourself a great swimsuit, it’s also equally essential to invest in good quality cover-ups, instead of just donning a T-shirt or tying a sarong. When it comes to summer 2025, this is what is in vogue with cover-ups. Hint: the more stylish, the better.

My Cousin Mocked My Diet—Until Karma Taught Him a Lesson

My Cousin Mocked My Diet—Until Karma Taught Him a Lesson
Health
2 weeks ago

We all have our dietary preferences, be it for health, longevity, budget, or taste. What we eat is a personal choice, and while others may offer advice on our eating habits, no one has the right to infringe upon another person’s habits or mock them. This is exactly what happened to one Redditor who shared his story, torn between feeling bad about his cousin and laughing at the whole situation.

Pamela Anderson Brings Back Her Iconic ’90s Glam, and Fans Had the Same Reaction

Pamela Anderson Brings Back Her Iconic ’90s Glam, and Fans Had the Same Reaction
People
2 weeks ago

Pamela Anderson has worn a lot of hats over the years—Baywatch bombshell, beauty icon, and now, bare-faced goddess. At 57, she’s been turning heads on red carpets lately with her effortlessly chic style and a refreshing no-makeup approach (or at least, the lightest touch). So when L.A. makeup artist David Velasquez dropped a photo of Pamela serving full-on ’90s glam? The internet lost it, and fans went wild.

I Refused to Help My Younger Brother, and Discovered My Parents’ Dark Secret

I Refused to Help My Younger Brother, and Discovered My Parents’ Dark Secret
Family & kids
2 weeks ago

When it comes to money matters within family, things can get really complicated. While some issues may be little more than perceived slights or misunderstandings, this letter shared by a Reddit user does not fall under that. She never got the same opportunities as her brother, and now that she’s independent, her parents want her to fund her brother’s education, with a plot twist.