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Wearing sunglasses can improve your mood. Squinting your eyes in bright sunlight convinces your brain you are in a negative mood because people squint when they are angry. Wearing sunglasses can prevent you from squinting, and from involuntary frowning due to bright sunlight.
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Five Lithuanian soldiers serving in a reconnaissance unit were declared missing during a military exercise. They thought the drill was ongoing and successfully evaded all forces sent to find them, including trained dogs and a helicopter.
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In the Philippines, the legal term for car-theft is “carnapping.” This is because when cars used to be very rare in the country and were prized status-items, thieves would steal and hold them for ransom like in a kidnapping. Now the term is used for both car-theft and carjacking cases.
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Being fired is bad, no doubt about it. But being fired for no real reason, other than your boss just deciding he doesn’t want you around anymore, now that’s a tough pill to swallow.
That’s exactly what happened to one woman, except she didn’t take her unjust firing lying down. Not by a long shot.
With the help of an awesome employment lawyer, she was able to get the sweetest revenge.
Here’s how the story begins:
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She started working as an auto repair shop:
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She started the job and things quickly ywent downhill from there:
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Sanding became all she did:
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Until one day, she got called into the boss’s office:
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And here’s where the story starts to get good:
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So she got her lawyer involved:
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It gets better:
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And better and better:
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Wow, now that is some seriously epic revenge. Just wow. It just goes to show you that a good lawyer can be worth their weight in gold, and it’s always worth pursuing something you believe in to the very end. Karma is, in fact, a bitch.
Have you ever been fired from a job when you felt you shouldn’t have? We’d love to hear from you!
Let us know in the comments!
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There are certain grammar and word usage rules that just don’t stick…
Maybe you always had trouble with their, there and they’re. Or loose and lose. Or complement and compliment.
One of those tricky little pairs is OK vs. okay.
Why are there two different spellings of seemingly the same word? They both mean the same thing, so what gives?
Legend has it that OK actually came first. It’s an abbreviation that comes from the phrase “oll korrect,” aka the lazy man’s funny 19th-century spelling of “all correct,” as in, “Everything is A-OK!”
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But the history of this little phrase goes even deeper than. President Martin van Buren helped popularize the use of “OK” during his re-election campaign in 1840. He grew up in Old Kinderhook, New York, and went by the nickname “Old Kinderhook,” so the abbreviation OK was a fitting nickname.
He lost the election, ultimately, but ended up having a huge impact on the English language as we know it today. “Okay” is just another variation on this abbreviation.
Cool, huh?
And as far as using the two variations, you can really use them interchangeably, however and whenever you like. Contrary to popular belief, “okay” is not a more formal version and you don’t need to worry about rubbing someone the wrong way by saying, “OK” instead.
What words or grammatical rules always trip you up? Are there any words you regularly misspell?
We’d love to hear from you!
Let us know in the comments!
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Sloths are some of the cutest animals on the planet. Not only are they super fuzzy and adorable looking, but they’re also very slow-moving and gentle. And they love nothing more than just hanging around.
These little sloth friends are doing just that, all while making a truly heartwarming squeaking sound.
Just try not to squeal yourself while watching this video:
These sloths are hanging out at the Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica, a nonprofit dedicated to carrying for abandon, injured and orphaned sloths in Costa Rica.
If you pay a visit to Costa Rica, you can even take a tour of the sanctuary. But unfortunately, you won’t be able to hold or touch the sloths, as it’s very stressful for sloths to be handled too much by humans. Tourists can also accidentally introduce diseases and bacteria to the sloth, which isn’t good.
You can always look at photos and videos of them online, however.
"A good friend is like a four-leaf clover; hard to find and lucky to have."- Irish Proverb
Posted by Sloth Sanctuary Costa Rica on Wednesday, April 15, 2020
We could seriously look at these photos for hours.
Look at that sloth to stuffed animal ratio! It’s ADORBS!
Try to make sure you are getting plenty of sleep! Sleep helps you feel more refreshed and is excellent for your health. This tiny rescued Choloepus sloth is a good little sleeper!
Posted by Sloth Sanctuary Costa Rica on Saturday, May 2, 2020
I mean seriously just how cute is this little one. Enjoying that leaf like a boss!
We sure miss having guests on our tours and at our inn, but being closed at this time is right to do our part to help…
Posted by Sloth Sanctuary Costa Rica on Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Well, it’s now officially official. We’ll be spending the rest of the day looking at these cute rescue sloths! And booking the next flight to Costa Rica right after I get down writing this.
What’s your favorite mammal? Are you a fan of sloths, or do you think they’re overhyped?
We’d love to hear from you!
Let us know in the comments!
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We’re going through a time of reflection brought on by the protests of Black citizens of the racism they face by law enforcement and in all areas of their everyday lives.
As we strive to have meaningful conversations about race, one of the casualties of the Black Lives Matter movement has been the statues of Confederate generals and early explorers like Christopher Columbus. There are further calls to keep toppling statues until every reminder of racism is removed from sight.
So is any statue safe? Sure!
On Twitter, author and historian James Barr asked a provoking question about the value of statues occupying public parks and streets. He got plenty of answers.
Name a statue that actually enhances its surroundings.
— James Barr (@James_Barr) June 10, 2020
Here are 12 statues everyone seems to like.
A life-size Gundam!
Let’s not kid around here: This Gundam in Tokyo (Odaiba) pic.twitter.com/Xa4YGjAW5U
— Nes (@AlphaHeartt) June 10, 2020
The Famine statues were presented to the City of Dublin in 1997.
The famine memorial in Dublin is pretty powerful. Statues should honour the victims, not the oppressors. pic.twitter.com/wR4Cys8sDD
— Cailín Corcra (@_Cailin_Corcra_) June 10, 2020
Bronze sculpture by Martin Jennings that remembers the women of Sheffield who worked the steel factories during WWI and WWII.
Can I put a vote in for Sheffield’s ‘Women of Steel’? #sheffieldissuper pic.twitter.com/IwsTGBjHbD
— Kate Bottley (@revkatebottley) June 10, 2020
By Gustav Vigeland. The babies are evil spirits.
— One of Many Beths (@BethLynch2020) June 10, 2020
Terry Fox was a Canadian athelete and amputee who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research.
These great ones of him in Vancouver also pic.twitter.com/RWSr0iHorx
— Crystal Dowling (@CrystalDowling1) June 11, 2020
Whacking Neo-Nazis!
Växjö Sweden.
Commemorates housewife Danuta Danielsson whacking Neo-Nazi Seppo Seluska.
That's a worthwhile subject for a statue.
Danuta's mum was an Auschwitz survivor. pic.twitter.com/sfwUPBGd7F
— Pete M (@fastcarspete) June 10, 2020
By artist Paige Bradley to show a figure disconnecting herself from attachments.
Expansion, in New York pic.twitter.com/2KL09xsjq4
— Kerry Daynes (@KerryDaynes) June 10, 2020
Mary Seacole was a Black woman who traveled the world and helped people in need. She was best known for her work as a nurse during the Crimean War.
Mary Seacole in the gardens of St Thomas’s Hospital. pic.twitter.com/guwi1MdcNR
— Michelle Casey (@MichelleCasey76) June 10, 2020
Jim Henson and Kermit The Frog sit on a bench in front of the Adele H. Stamp Student Union Building deep in conversation.
+1 The way they are in conversation with each other is really touching pic.twitter.com/TjDiRjV0zq
— Cory Bernat (@1goodpotato) June 10, 2020
Commerating Brazil’s essential workers.
a gardener, a waitress, a cleaner, a street sweeper. love how they honor otherwise invisible workers. são paulo, brazil pic.twitter.com/eTOPBOHGPE
— queima o vírus
(@choracuica) June 10, 2020
Blue Mustang. Also called Blucifer. Actually killed his creator, Luis Jiménez.
— Brett (@Relentlessbored) June 10, 2020
Great War soldier by artist Ray Lonsdale.
"Tommy" at Seaham, Co. Durham. pic.twitter.com/Whc4AqVCdK
— MackemY (@PaulPauly612) June 10, 2020
Just as there are statues that commemorate people who are no longer considered heroes in the current context, there are many more honoring the lesser known men and women who changed the world in valuable ways. Other statues are artistic works and we need art to make us look at life in different ways.
Our history may be considered a source of misery, but we also need to remember the ones that made it as beautiful as they could–and still do. May we learn from them.
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The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police touched off marches across the U.S. and abroad. Black citizens have taken to the streets demanding accountability within law enforcement and a review of racist policies and treatment.
Out of the shouting, chanting and singing from the streets, a small but meaningful voice reminded us recently of whose life was given so this metamorphosis could begin.
Floyd’s 6-year old daughter, Gianna, was recently filmed declaring her “Daddy changed the world.”
The poignant video was captured by director, Skrptz, which he captioned with, “‘My Daddy Changed The World!!!’ When You Remember George Floyd Make Sure You Remember This Beautiful Soul That He Left Behind.”
Earlier this year, a video recording made by a bystander, as well as police bodycam footage, showed Officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck, ignorning his pleas that he couldn’t breathe. Footage also revealed that Chauvin continued pressing his knee against Floyd’s neck for two minutes after Floyd became unresponsive. Medical responders transported Floyd to Hennepin County Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
An investigation found that Floyd died during his arrest for a complaint over an allegedly counterfeit $20 bill.
The video of the incident spread as did the collective horror at Floyd’s treatment by Minneapolis law enforcement. Soon after, marchers descended on city centers demanding change and abolishment of police brutality.
Roxie Washington, Gianna’s mother, made a statement at a press conference in Minneapolis.
At the end of the day, they get to go home and be with their families. Gianna does not have a father.
He will never see her grow up, graduate.
He will never walk her down the aisle.
If there’s a problem she is having and she needs her dad, she doesn’t have that anymore.
Floyd’s friend and former NBA player, Stephen Jackson, was filmed later walking with Gianna on his shoulders. “My daddy changed the world,” the little girl said, too young to even understand the details of her father’s death.
Officer Derek Chauvin has been fired and arrested for the murder of George Floyd.
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Maybe you’re taking just a break from work, or maybe your kids are playing quietly, or perhaps you’re just stealing a few minutes to check out from the realities that just won’t go away.
Whatever it is, if you’re looking for a quick way to reset and maybe even smile while you’re at it, these 14 little posts should do the trick!
And they were just trying to do the right thing, y’all. Come on.
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The pinata needs to be holding a sign that says #metoo.
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Or any human face I’ve ever seen.
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Oh, Wilford Brimley. We’ll never forget you.
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It’s about to be Taco Anyday at my house.
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Why did anyone think setting an alarm was a good idea?
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Which, honestly, is probably what they were off to do, too.
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He’s your friend, what are you gonna do?
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What’s really happening in this picture, though?
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Why are we all still on there again?
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Also, why does it seem like we’re missing a dirty joke here?
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This should easily narrow down your Tinder matches, though.
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Why is this a thing that exists?
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And this is a GREAT Venn diagram.
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I’m loving these!
I can’t decide which is my favorite – what do you think? Tell me in the comments!
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We really hope you’re bored because these looping GIFs are going to hold you in place for a long time. The longer you look the harder it will be to break away because these get better the longer you fixate. They also look like they were really fun to make!
Are you ready for such mindless entertainment? Then find a comfortable place to sit and enjoy these 10 hypnotizing loops.
Pops is on fire.
Show off.
No? Okay, I’ll just crawl back to my drink.
Then it becomes a propeller.
See the toilet paper wall get higher?
But neither can the guy sitting on top of the car.
They’re like puppies.
You won’t see excitement like that when you spend money at the Buy-n-Large.
You know he’ll never fall.
No worries. You’ll get to see it in a loop forever.
Aren’t these loops great? It’s almost a meditation.
Now get back to work!
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#BLM #Blacklivesmatter 
Captured by @skrptz
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