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It's common knowledge that the 1990's was the greatest decade that has ever existed. Technology was advancing at a breakneck speed, the internet became a household thing (even if it was dial-up), and we were heading into a millennium with our eyes and arms open, ready to accept to the…
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Part of being in a stable, loving relationship, is being able to crack jokes with one another. Whether it's mocking your loved one for their skanky toe, drunken antics, or pulling the odd prank now and then, there are a multitude of ways in which people can get one over…
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It's summer, which means that it's pride season. Yes, when the sun comes out it's the time of year when the LGBT+ community takes to the streets to celebrate their identity, and also strike back against persecution. As gay issues have become more mainstream, and representation in the media has…
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A cancer patient has used her obituary to call out the fat-shaming she received at the hands of the medical professionals who were meant to be helping her. After being told that she had inoperable cancer and being given days to live, Ellen Maud Bennett filled her final days with…
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Disney World is a magical place. It's easy to forget how much money you've spent when you're treated to all the sights, sounds and experiences of your favourite movies. It doesn't hurt that the actors in costume often do a pretty great job of entertaining children and adults alike. Johnny…
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A month ago, 48-year-old Greg Manteufel was perfectly healthy. He painted houses for a living and loved cruising around West Bend, Wisconsin on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Then one day he developed a fever and started vomiting. Assuming it was the stomach flu, he decided to sleep on it, and let…
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Nowadays, a special occasion just isn't considered official without a picture-perfect Instagram snap to accompany it. Yes, it's fair to say that the image-sharing platform is more popular than ever these days, and more and more people are ditching their conventional careers to become full-time influencers. However, that means that…
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Brands and companies often don't get it right when it comes to their marketing, especially in the age of social media. There are plenty of ads that are called out for being offensive, generally terrible, or are so obviously commercial that we can turn off to them completely. However, things…
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For many of us, family is one of the most important things in life. We depend on them, we do our best for them, and - ultimately - we love them... even if they can be irritating sometimes (and if my younger brother happens to be reading this: yes, I'm…
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It's a sad fact that people still viewing breastfeeding in an archaic, outmoded manner. Mothers everywhere are still being shamed left, right and centre for the (apparently) heinous crime of making sure that their children are fed in public. Indeed, many people still treat this perfectly natural act of maternal…
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I don't get flights very often, but I do sympathise with the common frustrations. Whether it be waiting for your luggage to arrive (if it arrives at all), going through endless security checks, and sitting around hoping that your flight isn't cancelled - it's not an ideal process. When it…
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Ricky Smith, 36, from Pennsylvania, is doing all he can to support his family. Working three jobs, he is already putting 100 per cent into bringing up his daughter, but he went the extra mile with this heartwarming surprise. His daughter, 14-year-old Nevaeha, has an upcoming school dance and was…
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Giving blood is usually thought of as a virtuous, straightforward process. In terms of its ethical plus points, it’s a no-brainer. People around the world desperately need blood transfusions in order to live - and there you are walking around with an easily replenishable supply. You get a biscuit, a…
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There's a reason that wedding photographers are so expensive. First, there's a lot of planning that goes into selecting the dream venue, the perfect flowers and the dress for the occasion, and getting crappy photos of it all would just not do it justice. Secondly, many people claim it's the most important…
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If you've ever been to the theatre to see a play or a musical, you'll know how irritating it can be if someone within earshot keeps on making a lot of noise. It doesn't matter if it's the faint rustle of popcorn or the muffled voice of a person asking…
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Ah, summer - with its long days, warm evenings, and endless opportunities to hang out with friends and loved ones, what's not to love about the season? Well, other than the BLISTERING HEAT, of course. Seriously, I get that most people enjoy the kind of weather that allows for barbecues…
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Most of us use legal drugs, like caffeine, alcohol and marijuana (depending on where you live). But others crave illegal ones, like cocaine, ecstasy and marijuana (depending on where you live). And the only way to buy those seductive substances is from a drug dealer. (I asked at Target. They don't…
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I remember being told as a child, frequently, that the hours I spent playing video games was a complete waste of time. However, little did my parents know that you can actually earn millions from gaming now - whether it be by competing in professional tournaments or filming your terrified…
