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Need money? 20 Useless Jobs That Pay Surprisingly Well

Past due your rent? Can’t keep up with your other bills? There are a bunch of jobs that feel completely useless that, nevertheless, pay pretty well. Let's get right to it!

1. IT Strategist

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Somebody stated, “Mine. IT strategist. I explain to executives that many of their current problems are the result of not listening to my previous advice. Then I give them fresh, new advice that they will ignore. Rinse and repeat.”

Another person replied with an interesting experienc...

Culinary Favorites: 10 Comfort Foods People Can’t Live Without

Is there one food that you can never really get tired of? Whether for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner—we all have our all-time favorite foods that make us happy. Dive into this yummy list of 10 foods that these people will never get tired of!

1. PizzaPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

Somebody mentioned, “Pizza, I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and never get tired.”

Pizza combines a harmonious blend of flavors and textures: the savory tomato sauce, melted cheese, and customizable to...

An Uphill Battle: Are People Ok With Being Overweight?

There are so many reasons why someone might be obese and struggles to lose weight, and so often we tend to assume they're just ok with being overweight. Our assumptions can easily be wrong though. It could be about their mental health, genetics, or medical condition, and whether foods have become their coping mechanisms. Just because we see someone who’s overweight, it doesn’t mean that they’re not doing anything. Is their weight so important to you that you care more about it than your problems...

Growing Up Perks: 12 Things We Love Now That We Despised as Kids

All of us are familiar with that confusion about adults we had in childhood. Why were they so worried about things like making dinner? And why did they like sitting down to rest on the couch so much? There are some things we dreaded as kids but absolutely love them now—even couldn’t live without them!

Here are 12 things that these people hated when they were kids but became awesome as an adult!

1. A Rainy Saturday at HomePhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One person said, “A rainy Saturday spent at ho...

Bad to Busted: 11 Villains With Epic Karmic Endings

Most villains die in the end, and it’s karmic. After everything they’ve done to the main character and the people around them, karma will eventually get to them.

Here are 11 villains that got the most karmic endings.

1. Caesar in New VegasPhoto Credit: Obsidian Entertainment.

Somebody commented, “If you don't intervene, then Caesar's death in New Vegas is pretty karmic.”

The second person replied, “I think the most karmic ending for an NV villain is tricking Elijah and trapping him in the vaul...

Getting Out of Town: 10 Places People Dream of Visiting

Do you have a few countries on your bucket list that you dream of visiting? Honestly, most of us do. And there's almost always a unique reason for wanting to go there, too. So grab a pen and paper, and prepare to add another place to your list in case you’re be enchanted by some countries our friends from Reddit suggested!

1. SwitzerlandPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One person commented, “Switzerland and to be more specific, Montreux.”

Another asked, “Why?”

The first commenter replied, “I’m a h...

Rather Be Broke: 16 Things That Have Been Ruined by Rich People

Do you have a few things that you used to love but can’t do now because rich people have already ruined them? It could be a game, a certain event, or some place. Regardless, there are some things which have either become completely unaffordable, or it's simply left a bad taste in our mouths. Our friends from Reddit have a few things to say on the topic!

1. The Retro Game MarketPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One person commented, “The retro game market.”

Another person replied, “I’m not paying 200...

Warning Signs: 6 Red Flags to Watch For in New Friends

We all know what it is to be lonely, whishing you had more friends to spend time with. And yet sometimes we're so eager to make new friends that we misjudge them and end up getting hurt or betrayed. That’s why we will explore these 6 signs that could be red flags in your friendship.

Are you ready? Let’s dive right in!

1. Talking About People Behind Their BacksPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

Somebody said, “They talk sh– about others behind their backs. You can bet they are doing the same thing behi...

Linguistic Genius: Top Languages People Would Like to Learn Instantly

Do you dream of learning certain languages? Well, who wouldn’t? It’s just that it could be tiring, as you will be exerting lots of effort to learn it for 3-6 months or even a year. But what if you can learn it immediately, like how Neo in The Matrix learns how to do martial arts by inserting a chip into his brain?

Well, here are 8 languages that these people would love to learn immediately!

1. ChinesePhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

Learning Chinese opens the door to a rich tapestry of history, cult...

Independence Day Memories: What Does 4th of July Mean to You?

If there’s a date that’s loved by many American students, workers, and the whole of the USA, it’s the 4th of July. This date is celebrated with fireworks displays, backyard barbeques, and concerts. Of course, it was the day of the Declaration of Independence from British rule.

However, while most of us know about it, Every family and community celebrates a ittle bit differently. Here's what others are saying about the 4th!

1. BBQ and FireworksPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One person said, “BBQ an...