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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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“I love the cleaning stuff there”: Are Home Depot...

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2025/10/26

A woman decides to check out Home Depot's cleaning supplies to score a deal. Then she realizes the hardware store sells them for cheaper than the discount retailer Dollar Tree.Are Home Depot cleaning supplies cheaper than Dollar Tree? In a video with over 12,000 views, TikToker Lashauna (@lashaunaspeaks) walks into Home Depot after she heard that it sells cleaning supplies for less than Dollar Tree. She shows several name-brand cleaning supplies, such as Comet bleach and Arm and Hammer

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“You just ran the light!”: Passenger films her Waymo...

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2025/10/26

Producer and actress Mikayla Petrilla posted footage of her Waymo ride running a red light last week. The self-driving car approached a light that turned yellow, then crossed the intersection as it turned red, and its passengers yelled in alarm. Luckily, Waymo didn't injure anyone this time. However, this kind of behavior from the automated vehicles seems to represent part of an ongoing pattern. Yellow doesn't mean drive faster, Waymo In a seven-second TikTok video, Petrilla (@heyitsmikayy)

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15 “unexpectedly wholesome” moments that brightened...

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2025/10/26

The world can be a pretty overwhelming place, but sometimes it's small, unexpectedly wholesome moments in your day that make everything just a little bit better. A recent post in r/AskReddit encouraged redditors to share "the most unexpectedly wholesome that that's happened to you recently." The original poster, u/Pleasant_Mechanic007, went first, sharing an anecdote about a difficult shopping trip. "Yesterday, I was struggling to carry groceries and my phone at the same time, and this elderly

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Does it matter who you park next to? Man says he...

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2025/10/26

A TikToker’s parking rule has reignited a familiar debate among car enthusiasts: does it matter who you park next to? Car guy Jay (@turbochargejay) said he refuses to park beside “crappy” or visibly neglected vehicles to avoid door dings and scratches in a video posted on Oct. 21, 2025. Many CarTok users agreed, arguing that people who don’t take care of their cars probably won’t take care around others’. Others, especially those driving older models, joked that they’ll keep parking

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“They know”: Left-wing TikTok adapts the “extinction...

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2025/10/26

The "extinction burst" theory is spreading on left-wing TikTok as an explanation for the increase in violent rhetoric and acts from the right. In psychology, this term describes the temporary rise in the frequency and intensity of a behavior when the typical reward for said behavior stops coming. This "burst" in activity is often accompanied by anger, outrage, and even full-on tantrums. So, is MAGA going through an extinction burst? Over the past several months, liberals and leftists on

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Woman shocked to learn the cost of diapers in 2025:...

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2025/10/25

A childless woman trying to pitch in during the government shutdown found out how much diapers cost. TikTok creator and comedian Al, @wowaliceduffy, shared that she purchased a six-pack of diapers at a local pharmacy for a whopping $11. Al intended to donate the diapers to a food bank that will resource the community in the event that the government shutdown continues, resulting in delayed or missed EBT payouts. Having no children of her own, she was shocked by the price, especially once she

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“Zero, that’s why I’m by myself”: Husbands asked how...

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2025/10/25

Breaking news: a supercut of men shopping at Costco revealed that husbands do not enjoy shopping with their wives. About a dozen men polled answered, “zero” when asked, “On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you love coming to Costco with your wife?” One outlier said “9 or 10.” Another replied, “Without her? 10.” The video, shared by comedy account @amundstokke on Oct. 22, 2025, went viral with 7.5 million views and over 13,000 comments. Reactions to the video were divided between people who

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“I thought everyone’s parents did that”: 18 small...

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2025/10/25

Redditors who had healthy childhoods (they do exist!) are sharing the little things their families did that allowed that health to flourish. For these kids, getting daily encouragement and unconditional support was so normal that they often had no idea until they were adults that not everyone gets it. Dysfunctional households, emotionally immature parents, and even abuse are unfortunately common enough that sometimes psychological health seems like a rarity. It's bad enough that someone made an

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“Backbone of the establishment”: College football...

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2025/10/25

Fans of college football, cats, and especially both are in love with Pudge, the exotic shorthair who tours with the Bowling Green Falcons. The flat-faced feline belongs to starting long-snapper George Carlson and has been dubbed their official mascot since rising to online stardom in August 2025. Pudge now has his own security detail and is getting care packages from top pet food brands. He even appeared in a popular video game. Meet Pudge the Cat, emotional support mascot Carlson first met

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“He traded his dream for my freedom”: Dad sells...

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2025/10/25

A conflicted Redditor confessed in a viral post that their dad paid off his student loans by selling his "retirement ride"—a restored Harley-Davidson motorcycle. This is one of those stories that is both touching and heartbreaking, as it underlines the sacrifices people make just so they and their kids can get a decent education without drowning in debt. Now this dad's kid doesn't know whether to say "thank you" or "I'm sorry." Selling a Harley-Davidson to pay for student loans A Reddit post

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