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Epic love stories and relationships as depicted in pop culture, though it rarely turns out like that in real life.
When Movement Becomes a Cage: The Hidden Struggle of Exercise Bulimia. Content Warning.
We live in a world that glorifies hustle. It claps for early risers, praises calorie-burn stats, and romanticises the person who “never misses a workout.” But behind that commitment can sometimes hide a disorder that's just as dangerous as restricting or bingeing: exercise bulimia.
By No One’s Daughter6 months ago in Humans
How Lyme Disease Is Affecting Justin Timberlake’s Career and Health
When fans think of Justin Timberlake, they picture a powerhouse performer—dazzling dance moves, magnetic stage presence, and chart-topping hits. But behind the spotlight, the global superstar is facing a very real and painful battle: Lyme disease, a condition that’s quietly derailed his health and disrupted his career in ways many never expected.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Humans
August, Annie Oakley, & More
Sitting here being calmed by the sounds that the thunder is making outside of my window and watching the rain trickle down the panes. "Gosh, how we needed this reprieve from the unrelenting heat and humidity from these July days that have collapsed on the calendar," my soul thinks...
By Shirley Belk6 months ago in Humans
The Strong One Is Suffering
They call me the strong one. The reliable one. The one you go to when your life is falling apart, when you need advice at midnight, when you're on the edge and need someone to talk you down. I’ve worn that label like armor for years—believing it meant I was valuable, needed, even loved.
By Nadeem Shah 6 months ago in Humans
Who Was Shane Tamura? Inside the Mind of the NYC Blackstone Shooter
The name Shane Tamura has shaken New York City and sent shockwaves across the internet in the wake of the tragic 345 Park Avenue shooting that took place in Midtown Manhattan on July 28, 2025. In a matter of moments, what began as a regular Monday evening turned into a horrifying mass shooting at the heart of NYC’s business district, just steps away from the Blackstone headquarters and the NFL’s New York offices.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Humans
Tom Lehrer’s Cause of Death Revealed: What Really Happened to the Musical Satirist
Tom Lehrer, the legendary musical satirist, mathematician, and cultural icon, has passed away at the age of 97. Known for his razor-sharp wit and darkly humorous songs that tackled everything from nuclear war to societal hypocrisy, Lehrer’s death was confirmed on July 26, 2025, at his long-time home in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Humans
Meet the Heroes of the Traverse City Walmart Mass Stabbing — Shoppers Who Fought Back
In a world where tragedy often dominates the headlines, moments of bravery can easily get lost. But in the midst of chaos on Saturday, July 26, inside a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, a handful of everyday people became unexpected heroes.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Humans
Who Is the Walmart Stabbing Suspect? What We Know About the Michigan Man in Custody
When news broke on Saturday that a mass stabbing had taken place inside a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, shock rippled across the country. The quiet afternoon scene turned into chaos in a matter of minutes, as a man armed with a folding knife allegedly launched a random attack on unsuspecting shoppers. Eleven people were rushed to the hospital, six of them in critical condition. But as victims fought for their lives, another question quickly emerged: who was the man behind this horrifying act?
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Humans
Redefining Commitment: Beyond the Legal Bind of Marriage
Although I've never been married, I'd have to imagine that marriage, to some degree, holds immense value for those participating. I've only met the love of my life last year. It's been a significant learning curve to accept peace over chaos, even when that means not conforming to social norms. However, when I reflect on my life with him, I don't envision marriage for us. To me, marriage feels so contractual that it burdens the true unity that it is meant to represent.
By The Darkest Sunrise6 months ago in Humans
