Posts by Ingrid Cruz

Renovations and construction projects can be a nuisance, but that’s why the Jersey City took advantage of shelter-in-place orders to renovate their city hall. The city’s government probably expected to make some repairs, but they found some cool things along the way. Mayor Steven Fulop explains: We used Covid-19 shutdown to do projects that would’ve...

If you read health and wellness blogs, you might be under the impression that it’s important to think positive all the time. There’s nothing wrong with being grateful for good things that occur in your life, but there’s also a time and place for acknowledging when things are not so great. It’s important to point...

Bugs and pests can quickly become an annoying nuisance. But pest services can get pricey and it can be hard to find a reliable provider that’s been carefully vetted. Luckily, there are many plants that can naturally keep bugs and pests away. Let’s take a look! 10. Mint Mint is fragrant and edible. It can...

Steve Rogers isn’t just Captain America, he’s a total gentleman. He was also in the army and ostensibly has great observational skills. One Tumblr thread noticed that Captain America was really checking out the nurse who checked on him in Captain America: The First Avenger. Let’s dissect this thread! 6. That Stare If you’ve seen the...

Watching the news can be an exercise in masochism, but thankfully there are good people out there who collect happy facts that will make you smile! A viral Reddit thread asked people to share the most wholesome facts they know. Naturally, we sifted through it and found some that will truly make you forget about...

It’s easy to feel negative about the state of the world. Work, family, and everyday stress can really play a number on your psyche. But, fret not! An adorable Ask Reddit thread asked commenters to answer the following question: “What is the most wholesome fact you know?” And wouldn’t you know it, Redditors came through!...

There are many ways to save money. You can start a savings account, clip coupons, or look for good knock-offs. But sometimes there are simply no substitutes. Some products cost a bit more because they really are that good. One Reddit thread asked commenters to provide a list of said products that are worth the full...

We love any tips we could use in order to save money, but some things are worth the full price! An AskReddit thread asked people to recommend products consumers should never skimp on. Here are some of their best suggestions! 20. A Good Desk Chair “A really comfortable desk chair. If it’s something you’re going to...

Gardening is a lovely hobby, but it’s a lot harder than it looks. Each plant is different, and you have to be consistent in your care to ensure they all stay alive. Other things can threaten the livelihood of your pretty garden, as Twitter user baddestmamajama learned. She decided to tweet about a lizard that...

Saving a buck or two is always advisable no matter what your financial circumstances. Sometimes it’s hard to know when to buy an original or a cheaper knockoff. Thankfully, an AskReddit thread asked commenters to share which brands are just or almost as good as expensive ones. Maybe these tips will help you save some...

Some people hate being inside, but gamers are quite adept at keeping themselves entertained indoors. Not only are they masters at the games they spend time playing, but they’re also good at creating memes that can entertain anyone! Here are a few memes gamers created just for us! Some are quite resourceful. 15. Staring Is...

Let’s face it: humans can get on each other’s nerves! From annoying each other to starting wars, to simply being rude, it’s no wonder that some people are tired of people. One Reddit thread asked humans how they would betray their fellow species. The idea is that they’d give aliens a tip that would bring...

In this day and age, it’s easy to dial the wrong number. Phone companies resell old numbers, people save numbers incorrectly, and people can have brain farts. Other times, you may have saved someone’s number incorrectly, or the person you hoped you’d meet again didn’t want to be rude—so they gave you a wrong number...

Young children and teens receive a lot of advice from well-meaning adults in their lives, only to find out years later that these tips are useless. An AskReddit thread asked the following: “What dire warning from your parents turned out to be bullshit?” We sifted through some of the most interesting answers. Maybe you can...

Psychological tricks can help you manipulate certain situations or even what you want. We’re not saying these are the perfect solution to every problem. Some people use psychology to mistreat others, but there are times when you need to use every tool at your disposal to get a favorable result. Some Redditors decided to let...