Friday the 13th has long been shrouded in superstition and intrigue. For centuries, this seemingly innocuous conjunction of day and date has sparked a wide array of beliefs, from the ominous to the supernatural. In this compilation, we take a look at history’s annals to uncover terrible events that unfolded on Friday the 13th. These…
I’ve been on hikes alone before and thought to myself, “What if I break my leg out here, and no one else comes along the trail, and there’s no cell reception?” I have a real talent for dreaming up worse-case scenarios (thanks, anxiety!). Thankfully, there’s a lot you can do to safeguard yourself when hiking…
Speech experts often say that how you speak can be just as telling as what you say. When we encounter a language we’re unfamiliar with, it usually feels like a fun puzzle. The unfamiliarity can make certain words sound amusing or even a bit silly. Take me, for example. I know just a few basic…
Have you ever had something strange happen that you just couldn’t explain? Or have you seen someone who looks exactly like you, but you’ve never met them? On an online message board, readers shared their own real-life experiences with spooky “glitch in the matrix” moments. These strange accounts will send a shiver down your spine!…
I get anxious about a driving route if I haven’t been to someone’s house before. But once I’ve driven the route, all the nerves are gone the next time because it’s familiar. The unknown can be scary for many people. Our imaginations often run wild, making us see or hear things that aren’t there, and…
With inflation rising in recent years, most of us are looking for the best bargain and the most affordable option to help tighten our budget. Yet there’s always a few things we’ll happily spend more money on, especially to give us peace of mind. According to a recent online message board thread, these are the…
There’s nothing like indulging in the guilty pleasure of a good candy bar whenever you stop at a gas station. Whether you are in the middle of a cross-state road trip or just need to fill up an empty tank, a sweet treat is never a bad idea. Looking to expand your array of go-to…
Have you ever run into someone you know when you’re on vacation thousands of miles away from home? Or happened to oddly be in the exact right place at the right time? A recent online message board thread revealed some of the strangest and downright eerie coincidences people have ever experienced, told from their first-hand…
As we age, we naturally have regrets or things we wish we’d done differently. Sometimes it’s that lost love that got away, and sometimes it’s wishing for a different career. According to real people over 40 who shared in an online forum, these are the top things they wish they’d done differently when they were…
There are wars, battles, and major events in American history that we all hear about over and over, like the Battle of Gettysburg, D-Day, and Martin Luther King Jr’s March on Washington. Some historical events are significant yet not discussed much in school books. A recent online message board voted on some of the following…
When you travel, your eyes are opened to new cultures, sights, and even new fast-food restaurants. According to a recent online forum, the following regional chain restaurants are the most popular spots people miss the most. Cookout If you’ve never heard of Cookout, you’ve probably never been to North Carolina. This popular fast food joint…
Every once in a while, a movie comes out that seems to be popular with everyone. Whether it’s extremely artistically unique, an epic story, or really high-budget, something about the film has people talking. According to movie buffs on a recent message board thread, the following movies are ones that folks act as if they…
If you’ve ever traveled abroad and tried to talk about one of the things on this list, you probably just got a lot of strange looks. There are many things Americans think are universally understood but don’t realize are very American until they visit another country. The Kool-Aid Man As one commenter said, “‘Oh yeah!’…
The majestic Alps of Switzerland, the rolling green hills of Ireland, and the stunning turquoise water of Thailand draw millions of tourists every year. These countries are obviously beautiful since we see gorgeous pictures everywhere, but which countries are lacking in the looks department? Locals and travelers on a recent online message board voted these…