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Millennials grew up with Steve from Blue’s Clues....

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2025/11/09

Steve Burns is an icon for Millennials, and the generation that once looked up to the Blue's Clues star is starting to thirst over him. Burns made his debut as "Steve" on the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue's Clues in 1996. He starred in nearly 100 episodes before leaving the show in 2003. There were wild rumors about his departure at the time, including some that he had died. Burns has popped up a lot in recent years and has even reprised his Blue's Clues role. Nickelodeon via KIDS

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From firefighters to dog trainers, 17 jobs people say...

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2025/11/09

Many people lament spending 40 or more years working a job to make ends meet. In fact, surveys suggest that nearly 85% of people are unsatisfied with their jobs. However, some Redditors say they've discovered a career path that makes them excited to go to work every day. In a post on r/AskReddit, one user asks, "Is anyone genuinely excited to go to work everyday? What do you do?" Some Redditors say they started to enjoy their work when they turned a hobby into a lucrative career. Others say

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“Not paying $5 for brown water”: 17 customers share...

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2025/11/09

For many people, making the conscious decision to never patronize a certain store or service ever again isn't a decision made lightly. It's something that occurs after a major decline in service, an egregious slight, a conflict in morals, or something otherwise rather serious. And there's almost always a story to go along with it. Redditors recently started swapping those anecdotes after u/snakecharmersensei asked, "How did a business lose you as a customer?" Some of the reasons are way too

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“They’re just doing their jobs”: 20 careers that are...

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2025/11/09

There are several personality tests available online that can suggest which career someone is best suited for. However, the link between career and personality may have led to some workers being unfairly villainized. In a post on r/AskReddit, a user asks, "What's a career that's unfairly villainized?" Some point to workers in fields that folks don't want to encounter, such as parking authority, tax collection, or defense attorneys. They suggest the industry's bad rep shouldn't extend to

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“Netflix removed me from Netflix”: Actor upset to...

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2025/11/09

Actor Andrew Briedis recently used TikTok to air a very specific grievance: He learned months late that Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs the Reverend, the interactive conclusion to the Netflix sitcom, vanished from the platform in May. @andrewbriedis/TikTok Actor says he was "removed" from Netflix Briedis opened his TikTok with a blunt line, saying, "Netflix removed me from Netflix. I have been fired from Netflix." He then explained that the special wrapped up the entire series. "You

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“You’re not perfect”: The impossible expectations...

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2025/11/08

Red flags. Cheating scandals. Relationship drama. All of these factors play into the negativity of today’s dating culture. With the massive influence of social media, influencers — and to an extent, regular people — have used their platforms to expose their partners based on how they treated them and the overall nature of the couple’s relationship. No matter if it’s the 100th time of taking back a controlling ex or making useless promises that aren’t destined to be kept, there’s always

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“Just never ever ever do it”: 15 “truths” older folks...

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2025/11/08

Sometimes, young people roll their eyes when they get unsolicited advice from older generations. However, Redditors argue that there's a reason older people often have a chip on their shoulder about things that may seem like a good idea. In a post on r/AskReddit, one user asks bluntly, "Older people on Reddit. What is 100% pure bulls**t?" Some offer things that all generations can get behind, like service fees tacked onto online transactions and pointless drama. Others warn that being too

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“Ask for help”: 17 simple “cheat codes” people swear...

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2025/11/08

A recent AskReddit post is filling up with free "cheat codes" that can make real life easier to navigate—something we could all use right now. As every expense increases and wages stagnate, most average folks, especially in the U.S., are struggling more to get by year after year. When things get hard, we need to come together and help each other. Sharing the tips that have made our own lives easier is fun and free, and can even get you some Reddit karma. Redditor u/Intelligent_Can_2898 got

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The meaning behind “analog bags,” social media’s...

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2025/11/08

A new minimalist trend called “analog bags” is spreading across social media. The idea is simple: carry only physical, non-digital essentials like a notebook, pen, or film camera—nothing that requires a charger. What are analog bags used for? People are assembling materials for non-screen-based activities in what they refer to as “analog bags.” Access to an analog bag can encourage people to spend less time looking at their phones by replacing the habit with other “analog” activities

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“It’s just not the same”: Liam Hemsworth replaces...

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2025/11/08

Season 4 of The Witcher has finally been released on Netflix, but there's one major change. The Hunger Games alum Liam Hemsworth has taken over the lead role of Geralt of Rivia. Henry Cavill, the former Superman actor, originally played the part. The casting change was announced in 2022, but Cavill returned to the role in Season 3, released in 2023. Now that fans are finally seeing Hemsworth in the role, they have a lot of opinions. The Witcher first debuted on Netflix in 2019. In addition

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11 companies that deserve a “corporate Darwin Award”...

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2025/11/02

Companies go out of business all the time for all sorts of reasons—shifting landscapes, poor leadership, bad decisions. But sometimes the choices that lead to their extinction are so mind-numbingly stupid that they tarnish the company's legacy even long after they're gone.Redditors are keeping these corporations in mind with a recent post on the r/AskRdedit sub asking for the "best corporate Darwin Award that basically killed the business." Now, some of these familiar names were gobbled up by

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“Nobody will be doing that”: People are just...

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2025/11/02

There’s a rumor going around that you’re supposed to be diluting Cutwater—yes, the canned cocktails—so you don’t get immediately hammered. But is it correct? People on social media have long marveled at the potency of Cutwater’s ready-to-drink cocktails, which can clock in at 12.5% ABV or higher. Some say that drinking them straight from the can is a mistake. According to a viral theory, it’s all in the name: “Cutwater.” The idea is that you’re meant to cut the drink with water to bring the

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“The most British way to destroy a man’s reputation”:...

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2025/11/02

Lily Allen’s latest album arrived with the same bite she always showed online. Her project West End Girl centered on a "not-so-mysterious ex" that is clearly her ex-husband, actor David Harbour. In the songs, she tossed around barbs like "sex addict," "little boy," and "f*cking broken." While many online are living for West End Girl, one song in particular had people vibing and scratching their heads in equal measure. "4chan stan," the eighth track on the album, features the lyrics, "What a

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18 easy conversation starters that actually work in...

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2025/11/02

Redditor u/PerspectiveMore192 posed a simple question to the r/AskReddit community: "What are some of your easy conversation starters?" Across the thread, certain themes appeared repeatedly. u/PerspectiveMore192 via Reddit Compliments came up often, showing how a little kindness always makes for easy conversation. At the same time, many users emphasized timing: for instance, choosing between asking about past weekends or upcoming plans. Others preferred quirky hypotheticals or nostalgic

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“Immediately using this”: What is a Slopper? The AI...

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2025/11/02

We've all heard about Clankers, but what about Sloppers? Obviously, AI is slop, and slop is AI, but when it comes to interacting with that slop just a little bit too much, you can be deemed a 'slopper.' What is a "Slopper"? "A friend of mine has coined the term sloppers," TikToker @intrnetbf announced in one of the first-ever uses of the word. "For people who are using ChatGPT to do everything for them. I think that's amazing. That's incredible verbiage. Slopper. That's such a good slur,

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16 wild “I wasn’t supposed to see that” moments...

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2025/11/01

Redditors have been sharing all the things they weren't meant to see throughout October after one asked the perfect question. Anyone who's had a moment like this loves to share whenever asked, or even if they weren't. Those lucky (or unlucky) enough to have a story to share did so by the hundreds when invited by a popular Ask Reddit post. "What’s your 'I wasn’t supposed to see that' moment?" inquired u/zarxpy. u/zarxpy via Reddit We combed through a lot of responses in order not to fill up

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“Death is a part of life”: HBO’s “The Pitt” leads to...

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2025/11/01

HBO's The Pitt is one of the hottest new shows, and it's inspiring more people to put end-of-life planning in their wills. According to a new study from USC Norman Lear Center, The Pitt has opened up the conversation when it comes to end-of-life decisions. It has also encouraged more organ donations. What is The Pitt? The Pitt is a medical drama that debuted on HBO earlier this year. The show is led by Noah Wyle, who is best known for previously starring in ER. The show stands apart from

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“We’re getting a sauna”: People are sharing their...

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2025/11/01

As the December Flexible or Health Savings Account (FSA/HSA) eligibility date creeps up, workers are debating how much pre-tax income they should set aside for their healthcare costs. Some say they're contributing a little bit more to get a great deal on "unhinged" health and wellness purchases. Last week, TikToker @hrsuitespot asked her viewers to share what purchases make it worth adding an extra $1,000 to her HSA or FSA. @hrsuitespot/TikTok And boy, did the commenters deliver. Here are

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“This is new info to me”: Drivers with sunroofs need...

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2025/11/01

After finding the headliner of her car stained with wet mud from an overflowing sunroof drain, Isa (@bbell1017) was introduced to a whole new auto maintenance task. The TikTok creator was “distraught” to find the interior of her car stained and sought answers on Reddit. She learned that cars with sunroofs have “sunroof drains” that require regular maintenance so they don’t get clogged and flood the car’s interior. “So was someone gonna tell me that if you have a sunroof, there's a sunroof

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From well-researched video essays to investigative...

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2025/11/01

Redditors share their favorite YouTube channels so you can go down the rabbit hole. While TikTok’s algorithm has always been on point and Instagram’s meme game is getting better by the day, YouTube remains the number one platform for long-form content. From thoughtful video essays on video games to investigative documentaries, YouTube is arguably the only place you can visit for deep dives into obscure topics that will leave you thoroughly educated on something you never even knew existed before

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