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Fails are a part of life. Even when you have a single job and mess it up, like mounting the toilet so that the door to the bathroom doesn’t close, putting Elmo doll’s eyes on the back of his head, or even just misspelling words in a funny way... it’s ok! We learn from our mistakes. The best you can do is to share this lesson with others, to prevent the same situation, and laugh at it just like these people did.
A seemingly ordinary video of a celebrity giving autographs has recently become a subject of a heated discussion, all because of one detail. In the video, an actress Claire Foy refused to sign autographs with a blue pen, without explaining a reason behind it. Her action has sparked a debate on social media, and the answer to it turned useful not only for celebrities, but for us, their fans.
Thrift stores seem like they use magic. You go in to find a particular item, but end up with dozens of things you never knew you needed. And once you get hooked on thrift shopping, there’s no going back. But you don’t have to worry. These stores are always stocking up with new deliveries, so after some time, you’ll be all set for a new shopping haul.
People often say that everything was better back then: the grass was greener, and it was so much easier to live. Feeling nostalgic is good, but present times can also be great. We live in a world of constant technological progress, which positively affects both us and nature.
Prince William and Kate Middleton, the esteemed Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, have shared a warm photo card where they pose with their kids. Nevertheless, some ’royal’ observers have noted significant details, sparking discourse on the photograph’s authenticity.
The way we see many products now is a result of the evolution of hundreds and even thousands of years. Disposable menstrual pads didn’t appear just yesterday — their initial design wasn’t as comfortable and tiny.
One famous proverb says that the only pusher of progress is laziness. Still, many scientific discoveries in the world were found not because of laziness, but by accident. One of the best examples is Newton’s apple tree and the law of universal gravitation.
13% to 23% of people in the United States admit that they have been ghosted. And maybe it was better than experiencing what these 15 people went through when they were on their dates. After all, they were terrible yet laughable moments.
If your parents are optimists, you have a chance of inheriting this feature from them. According to research, it is passed on in 25% of cases. But even if you weren’t born with the ability to look positively at the world, you can easily develop it by trying to focus on the lighter aspects of life and, if possible, by avoiding bad news and people who spread negativity.
It’s very hard to repeat someone else’s success, but these guys managed to exceed all expectations. As it turns out, you can make any cool photo even better if you add your own unique twist to it. Sometimes they turn out to be even better than the original!
Carrying a human inside the womb is truly one of life’s greatest miracles. But this miracle does come with a price. And truth be told, the 9-month journey through a woman’s pregnancy feels more like an endless uphill climb than a breezy walk in the park.Thankfully, a lot of expecting women are coping with their childbearing blues with a healthy dose of humor. Bright Side has compiled some of the funniest pregnancy predicaments every mother (and her partner) can relate to.
In today’s world, looking through a candidate’s resume and having a standard interview with them is not enough in the quest for the perfect employee. That’s why employers have to use some tricks and most of them are so simple, that an applicant could fail one of these psychological tests and not even notice the test itself.
The British palace has responded to rumors about Kate Middleton’s health, especially after remarks from Gary Goldsmith (the princess’ uncle), who criticized Meghan Markle for causing turmoil within the royal family.
Trusting your intuition can be a lifesaver, as many online users discovered firsthand. By following their gut feelings, they avoided potential physical danger or emotional hurt in critical situations. Their experiences serve as a valuable reminder for us to have faith in our instincts.
Celeste Barber, the Australian comedian famous for her funny takes on celebrity Instagram photos, is back with some fresh content, and it’s as hilarious as ever!In her ongoing series, #CelesteChallengeAccepted, she’s taking on big names like Beyoncé, Kendall Jenner, and Bella Hadid. By putting her own funny twist on their glamorous photos, Celeste makes them way more relatable to us regular folks.But there’s more to it than just laughs—Celeste’s Instagram parodies also give us a peek behind the scenes of those seemingly perfect celebrity lifestyles, reminding us that what we see on social media isn’t always real.
A good saying is powerful — it can lift the mood, give inspiration, and teach us the wisdom of life. And with added witty humor, there is always room for self-reflection that can let us see things from a different perspective. Therefore, we have created an amazing list of more than 100 funny quotes that will definitely make you smile, but will give you some food for thought, too!
G. Miranda’s stunning images, taken for Survival International, provide a unique peek into the isolated lives of different uncontacted tribes around the globe. From the mysterious Sentinelese in North Sentinel Island, India, to the Amazonian tribes near Brazil’s Javari River valley bordering Peru, these photos offer a fascinating aerial view.
The human body is an artist, and sometimes it paints outside the lines. People are sharing photos of the most unique features, and we’ve selected some of the rarest we’ve seen!
Believe it or not, humans can see objects from 2.5 million light-years away (bright galaxies, as a rule). Yet, sometimes things can be terribly confusing, although they are right before our eyes. That’s when our brain goes into “loading mode” and refuses to comprehend anything until the mysterious object is identified.
It is fairly common in Japan to see moms carrying their babies on their backs. In fact, it is likely that you’ll see 4 out of 5 women lugging babies on their backs, oftentimes held in place by the hands of the holder crossed behind themselves. Or you may see the child riding in a carrier.
Sometimes, our eyes can play tricks on us. If we are not paying close attention to what we are seeing and the context behind it, we might end up with a really weird impression of what’s going on. As confusing as these views are, they can also be hilarious.
Life is rife with unforeseen twists that can take us by surprise when we least expect them. While many of these unexpected events add excitement and spontaneity into our lives, there are occasions when they can carry some serious consequences. We’ve compiled 12 real life stories that center on revelations which utterly astonished and confounded people.
A few months ago, a misleading picture showing ancient Egyptian dentistry went viral. Shortly after, the image was debunked, but it left a mark on us — so much so that it inspired us to go on a mission. We decided to take a closer look at how some of the things we are familiar with looked decades, centuries, or even millennia ago. Bright Side wants to showcase some pictures that prove, once again, that necessity is the mother of invention.
Imagine that you have a superpower — but instead of the ability to fly or move objects with your mind, it’s something inconsequential and probably useless. The truth is, humans actually have their fair share of superpowers, like hysterical strength, when in life-and-death situations people manage to perform beyond their limits. And on the “weird” side of the spectrum, we have the ability to... spit really far.
A bidet is a thing that can replace toilet paper. It can be used as an additional hygiene tool after using the toilet. Also, bidets are useful for people that have digestion problems and women during their periods.
Barbie dolls are part of childhood memories for many of us, and with time, many more of them have been created beyond our imagination. From the dolls representing different professions to the ones modeled after famous people, manufacturers and designers make more and more beautiful dolls, and it looks like a Barbie can truly be anyone.
Statistics show that people who believe in bad luck will have more accidents on Friday the 13th. Our brains also seem to only hold onto the ill-fated times — like when we drop an egg on the floor, that memory will stay with us for quite some time, even if we successfully didn’t drop it hundreds of times.Shared sorrow is half a sorrow, and on this note, Bright Side found 17 people who would like to push the “undo” button on their terrible day.
Those of us who watched the Harry Potter movies prior to reading the books can’t imagine the characters differently than how they were portrayed on-screen. And while some actors’ looks match the books’ character descriptions almost perfectly, such as Severus Snape, some of them should’ve looked much different.
It’s a fact that everyone experiences moments of error and mental lapses. These instances can be socially awkward and leave a lasting impression, yet they are an inherent aspect of the human experience. In this compilation, we have gathered some of the most uncomfortable situations shared by 12 people, and they’ll help you embrace your imperfections with a sense of lightheartedness.