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At some point in the last ten years, Americans collectively decided that dogs were no longer pets. They were children. And not just children, but children with unrestricted access to restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops, and apparently every other place where the rest of us foolishly assumed we could exist without encountering a golden retriever’s asshole at eye level.
Have you ever noticed how the more you try to convince someone you’re a good person, the more suspicious you start to sound?
You explain your intentions. Then you explain why you did what you did. Then you explain why their interpretation is wrong. Before long, you’re delivering a closing argument in a trial nobody asked you to participate in.
And somehow, you’ve made everything worse.
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists – AP News
30 Photos That Will Take You Somewhere You Haven't Been in Years – Ned Hardy
These are a game-changer for travelers who want to fit more into their luggage, letting you roll out excess air to compress bulky clothes, save valuable suitcase space, and keep everything organized without needing a vacuum or pump. – Amazon
3 foreign nationals allegedly used AI to mimic CEOs in $129M scheme, DOJ says – NBC News
Meghan Markle’s estranged father arrested and charged with possessing child sexual abuse materials – AP News
Grim details emerge after bear kills woman and daughter – CBS News
Cult Leader in Kenya Sentenced to 200 Years in Prison for Mass Murder… – Yahoo
Today's Internet Rabbit Hole – Ned Hardy
I highly recommend packing a portable carbon monoxide detector whenever you travel because you never know if your hotel or Airbnb has a working one, and this small, inexpensive device could literally save you and your family's life. – Amazon
Protesters break into MICROSOFT data center site in Amsterdam as Europe's backlash spreads… – AP News
Mapped: Where Your Salary Goes the Furthest in 2026 – Visual Capitalist
IRS announces new federal income tax brackets for 2027 – CNBC
Macklemore Says Major Arenas Refusing to Host His “Free Palestine” Tour in US – Consequence
"I'm broke, I'm homeless, I'm sleeping in my car", Ex-NBA star Ben Gordon sparks concern with disturbing video – Basketballnetwork
For most people, a cruise ship means endless buffets, tropical destinations, and a week of doing absolutely nothing. But for the thousands of people working behind the scenes, life aboard these floating resorts is a very different experience.
A 38-year-old cruise ship employee from North Africa, who has spent the past five years working for a European cruise line, recently answered questions about what really happens onboard. From exhausting work schedules and entitled passengers to crew hookups and bizarre requests, here’s what he revealed.
My boyfriend (29M) and I (27F) have been together for three years, and we recently threw a Halloween party.
Some attractive women came over who were friends of friends. I didn’t really know them, but as soon as they arrived, my boyfriend started acting strangely.
Most people don’t ruin their lives by making one terrible decision. They do it by making a thousand small decisions that feel good in the moment.
They avoid the difficult conversation because they don’t want an argument. They put off going to the doctor because they’re afraid of what they might hear. They stay in a job they hate because looking for something better feels overwhelming. They keep scrolling because sitting alone with their thoughts is uncomfortable.
18 Fascinating Photos That Deserve a Closer Look – Ned Hardy
Read this if you want a short, beautifully written, easy to follow book that packs a surprisingly powerful story about perseverance, pride, and what it means to keep going when life beats you down. – Amazon
Two friends were fishing in Mississippi in 1973. Then they were abducted by aliens – Dangerousminds
Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term – NPR
The Pitt and ER are similar enough for lawsuit to proceed, judge rules – BBC
Muscle health is key to longevity. Here’s how to measure yours – NBC News
Wendy’s rejects buyout bid and girds itself for a hostile takeover campaign – AP News
26 Works of Art Worth Slowing Down For – Ned Hardy
A laptop stand raises your screen to a more comfortable eye level, helping reduce neck and shoulder strain, improve posture, and keep your laptop cooler by allowing better airflow. – Amazon
Mapped: Americans With No Net Wealth by State – Visual Capitalist
An AI Fraud Kingpin’s Confessions – 404 Media
Family Estrangement: How to Reconcile With an Adult Child – Kiplinger
Secret Deals Reveal K-Pop’s Firm Grip on a Top Girl Group – NY Times · paywall
What to Say When Your Neighbor’s Dog Won’t Stop Barking – Time
LIV Golf to shutter the league after failing to get support – Espn
