17 Baby Boomers Admit The Things That Are Way Better Than When They Were Young
Boomers love reminiscing about the “good old days,” but even they can admit society’s come a long way. Sure, they talk about simpler times, but a lot of them are impressed with how much progress we’ve made. Things like technology,…
Teleporting to Waffle House Was an “Incredible Adventure” – Lowering the Bar
As you know, the Federal Emergency Management Administration has the mission of providing help to those affected by natural disasters and other emergencies. One of FEMA’s major divisions is its Office of Response and Recovery, which provides “guidance leadership and…
35 Wholesome Parenting Posts That’ll Make You Want To Call Your Parents And Say “I Love You”
I was raised by a single mom who did her best to make sure I wanted for nothing. She always made sure I knew I was loved, and I can’t thank her enough for that. This post is all about…
35 Interesting Things People Found On Beaches Instead Of Seashells
I always think of the beach as a giant lost-and-found. Sure, seashells are the usual souvenirs, but sometimes people discover things that feel more like mysteries than collectibles. Strange marine life, unusual fossils, and objects that clearly have a story…
Judge Prepares Slide Deck of Lawyer’s Mistakes – Lowering the Bar
So you remember last year when I asked you to please do your best not to appear in the “AI Hallucination Database”? See “Please Do Your Best Not to Appear in the ‘AI Hallucination Database’” (June 6, 2025). You do?…
40 Funny Designers Who Had One Job And Blew It This Week
Design is supposed to make our lives easier—or at the very least, not wildly more confusing. But sometimes, you come across something so baffling, it makes you wonder if the designer was just winging it on a dare. Like, how…
30 Random Facts People Shared On ‘Today I Learned’
Sometimes I just want to learn something weird and unnecessary. The internet is great for that. I went down a little rabbit hole in the Today I Learned community and these facts were too interesting not to pass along. 1….
35 Cool Metalworking Pictures From Skilled Artisans Who Can Sew Together Metal With Fire
There’s something wildly impressive about people who can basically sew metal together with fire. Every time I see a master welder at work, turning raw steel into something beautiful, functional, or both, I have the same thought: “I should learn…
40 Times People Accidentally Stumbled Upon Interesting Archaeological Finds
Delving into the past can lead to some seriously cool discoveries, and it’s always a thrill when both amateur explorers and seasoned archaeologists stumble upon interesting archaeological finds. It’s like a treasure hunt where every unearthed object tells a story….
Assorted Stupidity #172 – Lowering the Bar
Assorted Stupidity #172 – Lowering the Bar Home Assorted Stupidity February 24, 2026 What’s worse than stealing $250K from an elderly friend? Stealing it from an elderly friend who was one…