In the Twitterverse, it almost feels like the sky’s the limit. Well, Twitter is the only social media platform that allows everyone to post a stream of tweets (around 2,400 per day) without worrying about what others think. But, just like any social media sites, there are also a few disadvantages to spending most of […]
Most girls have long been obsessed with Disney princesses—and we totally understand why. In the early animated movies, the heroines were often portrayed as girls with unrealistic beauty and a singing voice that could tame even the wildest animal in the woods. And how could we ever forget Prince Charming whose goal was embark on […]
Whether it’s going on a week-long cruise or experiencing the Northern Lights, traveling will always be included in anyone’s bucket list. And most likely, you’re one of those people who had booked a few trips in advance (because seat sales are tempting, obviously!) until an infectious virus forced all of us to stay home. For […]
“Don’t mess with bees” is always an understatement by teachers. Aside from their ability to inject venom into their victim’s skin, these flying insects also know how to defend their hive against intruders through an oddly satisfying wave. Dubbed by biologists as the “shimmering” or “Mexican wave,” this technique is actually a collective defense behavior […]
With concerts getting canceled and people being cooped up at home, establishments such as museums, zoos, and amusement parks are offering virtual tours to keep everyone safe and entertained amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. But, learning is obviously not limited to the abovementioned sites. Aside from these “digital offerings”, the global space station (otherwise known as […]
For some women who just got engaged recently, the thought of losing an engagement ring probably sounds like a nightmare or worse, the end of the world. But in all honesty, we can’t really blame you if you start to flip out or weep over such a frustrating incident—just like what happened to 18-year-old Jasmine […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has not just impacted the lives and well-being of individuals, but also the health and safety of animals left in empty zoos and sanctuaries. In Nara, one of Japan’s most popular cities, local observers are starting to take notice of the sudden changes in the quality of their park deer’s….eh, poop. Before […]
It looks like we’ll no longer hear Yosemite Sam (one of Bugs Bunny’s nemeses) utter his catchphrase: “I’m the fastest gun north, south, east, aaaaaaaand west of the Pecos!” as he goes gunless in the rebooted Looney Tunes series on HBO Max. The same thing goes with Elmer Fudd whose habit has always been “hunting […]
While Black Lives Matter activists and prominent celebrities alike are making a stand at anti-racism protests, a new internet challenge has emerged recently with the purpose of mocking George Floyd’s death. The trend, which is called the #GeorgeFloydChallenge, features teenagers (mostly white Americans) reenacting the scene of a Minneapolis police officer kneeling on Floyd’s neck. […]