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Man sends colleague a 'bizarre, abusive' email. It's actually heartwarming. - Upworthy
A man on LinkedIn shared a hilarious story of getting a strange audio message, which was translated by his phone. What seemed like an "abusive" message, turned out to be a mistaken butt dial recording someone attempting to feed their baby. Redditors share their "horror" mistaken texts/phone calls, as well.
3 questions to ask that one person who's 'always right' that'll instantly stop the argument - Upworthy
Dr. Jeff Bogaczyk, a communication expert holding a Ph.D. in rhetoric, shared three questions to help someone who always has to be right to actually self-reflect, which will prevent a conversation from getting stuck in an argument.
Jack White got his first cell phone, and his videos are delighting fans - Upworthy
Musician Jack White (of The White Stripes) famously held out on getting a cell phone until last summer. Now he's appearing in TikTok videos. His daughter Scarlett, who just walked in a Paris runway show, posted a clip of Jack, herself and her mom while they lip-synced to "When Doves Cry" by Prince. Fans loved it.
Even cats have a favorite person. Here's how they choose. - Upworthy
Cats may be persnickety at times or appear aloof to the presence of humans, but that doesn't mean they don't have their favorites. Just like dogs, cats also fancy having a human best friend, but unless the feline companion is overly affectionate, one may not know they've been chosen. But how do they pick their person?
20 of the best cheap family meals under $10 - Upworthy
Groceries and food costs are more expensive than ever. Saving money on food by preparing budget-friendly meals can help keep costs low while keeping your family full. Budget food shoppers shared their favorite $10 and under meals that they make to feed their family. From chicken thighs to soups, these cheap family meals are affordable and yummy.
A gym owner said women need to 'cover up'. This personal trainer's response is scorched earth. - Upworthy
Gym owner Paul Byrne came under fire for saying that women should stop wearing what he called “workout bikinis.” Personal trainer Nathalie Lennon called him out on it in the best way. “For years, women were told to be skinny, and now we’re embracing strength and muscle, and we’re being shamed again,” she said, also calling out how “outdated” and “problematic” it is to blame a woman for someone else’s distraction.”
20 affordable slow cooker recipes perfect for fall - Upworthy
Fall brings in cooler temperatures that have us craving comforting food. And one of the best kitchen tools to cook hearty, flavorful meals is the slow cooker. Slow cooker meals are easy to make. Plus, slow cooker meals are also affordable and can be made in large portions. Slow cooker chefs shared their favorite slow cooker recipes and meals.
Witness Pure Enthusiasm: 5 People Going 'All In' This Week - Upworthy
Here's a rundown of the best examples around the internet of people going "all in"--doing something with unbridled passion and creativity. This includes an elaborate homecoming proposal, a creative wedding entrance dance, a unique high school biology project, and more.
Woman secretly recorded everything for 30 years, predicting rise of 'fake news' - Upworthy
Marion Stokes, concerned about the possibility of people attempting to deny factual events, decided she'd be the keeper of the truth. The determined woman began recording news broadcasts on her VCR in 1979 as a means to preserve the truth, showcasing how the story evolved over time with different news outlets and varying viewpoints.
Jane Goodall leaves behind hope and survival guide for trying times - Upworthy
Jane Goodall was a conservationist, zoologist, and anthropologist. Her incredible career spanned multiple decades, resulting in people having a deeper, more thorough understanding of chimpanzees. Her final book, written in 2021 with Douglas Abrams and Gail Hudson, was left behind as a reminder of hope in hard times.
Veterinarian shares 7 signs your cat loves you - Upworthy
Dr. Sarah Wooten, a small animal veterinarian, shared a list of 7 signs that a cat loves you with Cats.com, and it might make cat owners feel better about their feline friendships. What appears to be aloof behavior in cats can sometimes be a sign of love.
Watch the emotional evolution of people after 1, 2, and 3 glasses of wine - Upworthy
Having a glass of wine or two isn't uncommon for adults. Many people who partake in a glass of wine socially may not realize the physical changes that happen since it's generally not enough alcohol to cause intoxication. But Brazilian photographer, Marco Alberti, begs to differ with his newly updated photography project.
A young girl was crying on a train. A group of rowdy men cheered her up with one song. - Upworthy
A joyous video has resurfaced of a group of rowdy men during Carnival in Rio de Janeiro singing "Baby Shark" to cheer up a young girl. Many in the comments note it is the best, most positive example of "boys being boys."
Dogs really do have favorite people. Here's how they decide. - Upworthy
Like humans, animals have their own personalities. You might rescue a dog thinking it will be the perfect companion, only to have the furry adoptee spend every waking moment following your partner around. Instead of showering the giver of treats with kisses, they make goo-goo eyes at the pet sitter; they have their reasons, now we're telling you.
Ethan Hawke puts the 'Who's your favorite Beatle?' debate to bed forever - Upworthy
For 60-plus years, music fans have debated who their favorite Beatle was, but Ethan Hawke says he has the final word on the great discussion. He says that it's impossible to choose one because they wouldn't be who they were without the other three.
Adults who lived through the '70s share 10 surprising details about what life was really like - Upworthy
While many people associate shag carpets, bell-bottoms, and disco with the 1970s, the era was a much more nuanced and contradictory time. Here, we take a look at what the decade was really like by listening to the people who lived through the era.
Research reveals two kinds of high school popularity, which lead to opposite outcomes - Upworthy
Something about adolescent social interactions really sticks with us, and popularity (or lack thereof) is one thing that stands out in a typical high school experience. However, our memories of the popular kids last a lot longer than their actual popularity does, especially if those kids were a particular kind of popular.
How to confidently interrupt someone who won't stop talking - Upworthy
People who talk too much can put others in an awkward spot, they drone on with no regard for your time, then make you feel rude for trying to exit. Luckily, Jessica Chen shares smart, polite ways to interrupt and steer the conversation without hurting anyone’s feelings.
People rally for passenger who demanded his seat from a mom - Upworthy
Boarding a plane is always awkward, especially if you're in the later boarding zones. It's inevitable someone is going to sit in the wrong seat, usually by accident, causing a silly scooching and standing routine. But what happens when someone is in your seat on purpose?
16 ways frugal people from around the world save money - Upworthy
Saving money is a universal virtue. Living a frugal lifestyle is something people from countries and cultures all over the world strive for, and Americans have a lot to learn from them. Frugal people shared their best frugal lifestyle advice and money-saving tips that may not be common in the United States, from food costs to utilities.
We chatted with the middle aged guy who went viral for break-dancing at a New Jersey town hall - Upworthy
Will Thilly is a man running for the Crandford Township Committee. At a recent town hall with the mayor, Thilly began break-dancing to gain the audience's attention. This clip went viral, and in an exclusive with Upworthy, Thilly shares what we didn't see a couple of weeks later.
Fans gushed over Jessica Biel's toned body in a white dress. Then she gave a reality check. - Upworthy
After fans were asking for her workout routine to look like her character from Amazon Prime's 'The Better Sister,"Jessica Biel got candid about the discipline it takes to maintain that level of toned physique, and how it's not attainable 24/7.
Quinceañera beautifully clashes with neighbors' 25th anniversary party - Upworthy
Quinceañera's are a big milestone, but so is celebrating a 25th wedding anniversary. While both are exceptionally special, these events taking place on the same night at the same time, only separated by a chain-link fence, could cause frustration for all parties. But in this case, it was beautiful.
The biggest takeaway from Jimmy Kimmel's return monologue - Upworthy
After being suspended for several days over commentary in the wake of Charlie Kirk's murder, late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel returned to the airwaves. Millions of people have watched his opening monologue, and there are lots of noteworthy moments in it. But one part stood out as something we can all learn.
College student went social media-free for 3 years. Here are the 4 surprising ways she 'missed out.' - Upworthy
A college student who went without social media shares the 4 benefits she feels she missed out on, including motivation, being able to document her life, and staying connected with both close friends and brief acquaintances.
A woman perfectly demonstrates 'singing in cursive' and it has people rolling - Upworthy
Comedian Manon Matthews created the perfect clip to illustrate what "singing in cursive" means after hearing an "indie" rendition of "Strawberry Fields" by the Beatles. Musicologists discuss the trend and the artists who have continued to use it.
Adam Met shares his 'hurricane model' for building fan bases and meaningful climate movements - Upworthy
AJR’s Adam Met is turning fans into activists. The singer, professor, and bestselling author shares how joy, music, and climate change all connect and why your next local election might matter more than you think.
Man ordering steak for dog's last meal is stunned by restaurant staff’s kind response - Upworthy
A musician named CousinHomer had to put his dog down so he ordered her one big juicy steak for her last mean. After the staff at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen heard that it was the dog's final meal, they give him the steak for free and the entire staff signed a sympathy card.
I'm an Airbnb Superhost and I never make guests do 'checkout chores'. It's paying off. - Upworthy
People who stay in Airbnb or other short-term rentals often complain about having checkout chores on top of being charged an often-exorbitant cleaning fee. As Airbnb Superhosts, we get it, and we agree that there's no reason for both. In fact, we don't charge a separate cleaning fee at all, nor do we ask guests to do chores. Not worth it.
Mom captures teen son's sweet reaction to opening his first ever paycheck from McDonald's - Upworthy
"That's $283," he says in astonishment. To his credit, he asks "After tax, what's that?" not realizing that the amount of the check is the after-tax take home amount. His smile and laughter says it all.
School threatens mom with CPS after missed calls. They never called dad. - Upworthy
Being the default parent can be tough all on its own, but society places an additional burden on mothers to be the default parent. One of the places this shows up is in phone calls home from school. One mom claims that the school threatened to call Child Protective Services (CPS) on her if she did not answer her phone and retrieve her child from school.
15 unexpected signs someone is much, much smarter than you think - Upworthy
Some signs of high intelligence are obvious, like solving complex math or explaining mRNA vaccines. But at social gatherings, intelligence often shines through in how someone interacts with people and ideas, not just their knowledge on specific topics. Here are 15 "non-obvious" signs someone is very smart.
Woman who lost her cat tried the 'Japanese Missing Cat Method' with delightful results - Upworthy
A woman named Mel Moon went viral on social media after her cat went missing. She tried the 'Japanese Missing Cat Method" wherein one whispers to street cats to help find their missing cat. And it worked. Many people back up her claim.
Gen Zer tried to school his parents on using an exclamation emoji correctly. It backfired. - Upworthy
Recently, Jason Saperstone, a 22-year-old publicist in New York City, whose content consists mainly of cheeky, satirical PowerPoint presentations, created one centered on educating his parents on proper use of the emphasis tapback. However, his attempt to school them backfired.