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The Truth Behind the Littered Chocolate Bar Wrappers in Ellesmere Port

An unexpected mystery in the quiet town of Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England, captivated the community’s attention, sparking daily discussions on the local WhatsApp group. Strange Nestle Blue Riband brand chocolate bar wrappers suddenly appeared all over Dudley Crescent. Dubbed “Wafergate,” this case intrigued the residents and revealed the unexpected antics of the town’s furry inhabitants.  ...

Viena Abdon

Blue Riband chocolates.

9 Simple Tips for Success!

Being successful requires certain procedures. Let’s see how many of them you can do! 9 tips for success 1. Adjust your time to be five minutes early On all your devices — watches, cell phones, computers — adjust the clock to be earlier by 5 minutes. Though the day is 24 hours and the workload ...

Emma Lu

Mobile phone app with a to-do list.

Wisdom Wrapped in Humor: Inspiring Tales From Icons of History

Throughout history, humor has been an indomitable tool in the arsenal of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. It serves not just as a source of amusement, but as a bridge between contrasting ideas, a salve for wounds both personal and societal, and a testament to the enduring human spirit. The anecdotes that follow demonstrate the diverse ...

Mikel Davis

Frozen rose on clear ice.

The Top Dad Jokes to Make You Laugh or Groan

There’s one universal experience that often brings smiles to our faces: Dad jokes. No matter how corny or chuckle-worthy, we always remember those jokes our dads cracked. To bring you up to speed with some of the best (or worst) dad jokes, we present a list from a recent poll conducted across the United States. ...

Viena Abdon

Colorful text on black background that reads: 'Dad jokes are how eye roll.'

Add Spice to Your Life With the Power of Humor

Life is analogous to the many dishes found in our modern multi-cultural world — varied and multi-faceted.  As to the plethora of spices that adorn these dishes, these can be likened to humor — it’s the spice of life.  Confronted with embarrassment or troubling circumstances, would you choose to wear a grim face, or confront it ...

Emma Lu

A group of friends laughing together as they sit outside at a café.

Fran Lebowitz and Her Amazing One-Star Product Reviews

Fran Lebowitz is a public intellectual and an esteemed author, who also excels as a prolific Amazon reviewer. Her one-star product reviews come sprinkled with a dash of humor. Mentioned below are some such instances. Welcome Mat (Seventeen Inches by Thirty Inches) Fran Lebowitz writes that welcome mats set expectations for guests that they are welcome. ...

Raven Montmorency

A welcome mat.

Comedy News Programs Make Young Adults More Likely to Remember and Share

In the early decades of televised news, Americans turned to the stern faces of newsmen like Walter Cronkite, Tom Brokaw, and Dan Rather as trusted sources for news of the important events in America and around the world, delivered with gravitas and measured voices. The rise of comedy news programs, helmed by the likes of ...

Troy Oakes

A press conference.

Bragging

There were two people who loved to brag. One day, they ran into each other. They talked about “giants.” One man bragged: “There is a giant in my hometown whose head touches the sky and his feet touch the ground.” The other man bragged: “There is a very tall person in my town. His upper ...

Nspirement Staff

Two men bragging.

A Truly Frugal Man

There was an old man who was very rich, but very frugal. For his daily meals, he would only eat rice and dip his chopsticks in salt to get some taste, without veggies or any side dish. An acquaintance told him: “You are trying to save while your son is wasting lots of money on ...

Nspirement Staff

A frugal rich man.