Jill Hadad Hawkins woke up with stomach pain on her wedding day. She assumed it was from nerves and would go away on their own. However, the discomfort had nothing to do with common marriage jitters. It was a result of her chronic health condition, ulcerative colitis, which hadn’t bothered her for years. An unexpected...

Opinion “Men are trash.” It’s a phrase that echoes in the conversations of many women today, especially those who are independent and successful. But what’s driving this sentiment? I couldn’t help but reflect on this question after a recent encounter. A well-dressed woman walked into a restaurant where my friends and I were waiting for...

When most people think of intellect, IQ (intelligence quotient) tests often come to mind. These assessments are crafted to gauge an individual’s aptitude and cognitive abilities. However, it’s important to recognize that being smart extends far beyond what an IQ score can capture. Why IQ Tests Don’t Tell the Whole Story IQ tests focus on...

Free bleeding is a practice that challenges the conventional approach to menstruation by forgoing the use of traditional menstrual products such as tampons, pads, or cups. While it has gained traction in recent years, it’s more than just a trend—it is a movement rooted in feminist ideals, environmental consciousness, and a desire to destigmatize natural...

While some people have to work hard to take perfect selfies, most moms are the biggest cheerleaders; loving us no matter how we look. (Although they may nag us and our appearance occasionally.) Several years ago, 4 friends sent their mom a selfie and got a hilarious response. Later, in 2019, a girl named Abigail...

Immigrants often face mixed perceptions worldwide. While some regions exhibit hostility, others embrace them wholeheartedly, recognizing their indomitable spirit. This resilience can be particularly remarkable when everything goes awry and most would surrender. For refugee Dyan, giving up wasn’t an option; his perseverance eventually rewrote his destiny. From Tragedy to Elation A moving YouTube video...

One minute, you’re getting a small, meaningful symbol inked discreetly on your body, and the next, you find yourself being crowned the ‘most tattooed woman in the world.’ Such has been the whirlwind journey of Esperance Fuerzina, a 36-year-old army veteran from Connecticut, whose body is now a living, breathing canvas with 99.8 percent of...

Many people feel overwhelmed as they walk through the grocery store aisles and find several brands selling the same products. As such, knowing which is best can be difficult. For example, canned tuna is packaged by several manufacturers including Bumble Bee, Kirkland’s Best, and Starkist, to name a few of the most well-known brands. However, food...

The real estate market is constantly shifting, and with current trends, several cities across the United States are poised to offer homebuyers incredible deals in the near future. As interest rates remain high, many metropolitan areas are seeing significant reductions in home prices. This presents a golden opportunity for buyers looking to purchase homes at...

Thinking of flying to distant lands? Hold that thought! America is a treasure trove of unique experiences waiting to be discovered. Before you pack your bags and dust off your passport, consider the epic adventures that you can find if you travel in the US. Here’s why exploring home turf might just be the adventure...

With the rise of social media, people have started posting stories about the results they have received from doing a DNA test. Most people are doing these tests to find something out about their heritage, but others are doing it to find out something about their more recent relatives. There have been shocking realizations that...

Travel offers a unique opportunity to escape the mundane and immerse oneself in the extraordinary. While many places on Earth are beautiful, some destinations possess a truly otherworldly quality—places so surreal and magical that they make you feel as though you’ve stepped onto another planet. According to a comprehensive study by Slingo, one destination stands...