15 Insiders Reveal Their Industry Secrets
1. I worked at a newspaper processing obituaries, and it was crazy how much funeral homes tried to rip people off.
Obits are expensive. Like, $400 for a single day expensive. And they are priced by the word. We had funeral homes who would send us obits with all the commas and periods separated to make full new words. The homes would get the estimate from our website and use that for billing the grieving family. We would edit the obit to meet English standards, which would reduce the word count substantially, dropping the price. In other words, they charged for the estimate but got billed for the edit.
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Picture of the Day
Tuned Mass Damper of Taipei 101 Tower
Taipei 101, once the world’s tallest building upon its completion in 2004, is not only an architectural wonder but also a marvel of engineering, particularly because of its tuned mass damper (TMD). This TMD is a critical component of the skyscraper’s structural integrity, designed to stabilize the building against the forces of nature, such as typhoons and earthquakes, which are common in Taiwan.
The principle behind mass dampers is relatively straightforward yet ingenious. When an earthquake strikes, it generates waves of energy that cause the building to sway.
‘Little House on the Prairie’ Had One of The Most Insane Series Finale of All Time
For nine seasons, viewers tuned in to follow the wholesome adventures of the Ingalls family as they navigated life in the American Midwest. We laughed, we cried, and we learned valuable life lessons about love, community, and the importance of a good, sturdy bonnet. But nothing — and I mean nothing — could have prepared us for the show’s grand finale.
How To Avoid Rental Scams
I work for one of the largest rental listings platforms in the country, and spend my work days stopping fraudulent listings from being posted, banning the ones that make it through, and consoling people who send these fuckers money in spite of all warnings not to.
Does the rent seem too good to be true? Look the address up on Zillow. What’s the rent “Zestimate”? Is the advertised rent more than $50 less than that? BEWARE.
The Power of the “Best Friend Test”
We all have that inner voice, the one that whispers opinions, judgments, and sometimes, harsh criticisms.
But how often do we stop to consider how we would treat a friend speaking those same words?
The “Best Friend Test” offers a simple yet powerful tool to challenge negative self-talk and cultivate greater kindness towards yourself.
Whatever Happened To Actress Dana Kimmell From ‘Friday The 13th: Part 3’?
Dozens of boozed-up, horny teenagers were unfortunate enough to cross paths with the murderous Jason Voorhees throughout the 1980s.
Over the course of twelve Friday the 13th movies, including the 2009 reboot and his famous battle against Freddy Krueger in Freddy vs. Jason, the prolific serial slasher has amassed a body count of 157 unlucky souls. It seems no one stands a chance against the hockey-masked, machete-wielding camp killer. Well, not no one.
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18 Things My Now 80-Year-Old Dad Was Right About – Marc and Angel
These are the best nail clippers on the market (even better than Tweezerman) They slice through nails like a santoku through a tomato – Amazon
A Tribute To Man’s Best Friend – Ned Hardy
ideo of an attack on the yard at one of CA’s most notorious prisons – Street People
Watch out for these common tax scams – Mashable
How to Spot a Liar: 10 Essential Tells – From Random Laughter to Copycat Gestures – The Guardian
What to Do If You Haven’t Filed Your Taxes in Years – Life Hacker
Why You Should Be Skeptical of Elon’s Claim About a Sub-Second Tesla Roadster 0-60 Time – Road and Track
Eddie Van Halen agreed to play the Guitar Solo for Michael Jackson’s Beat It under 2 conditions. That he not get credit and that he wouldn’t tell his band – Grunge
It’s Better to Drive an Old Car than Be Burdened By New Debt – Minimalist
Google DeepMind’s new generative model makes Super Mario–like games from scratch – MIT
10 Of The Strangest Things Tourists Have Been Advised When Visiting America – Linkiest
Reading Between The Lines – ‘Jingo’ – Ned Hardy
Quite possibly the best trashcan ever made. The lid operates smoothly and quietly with an easy-to-manipulate locking feature, sturdy foot pedal, and keeps the odor at bay! – Amazon
Signs of Fragile Masculinity, How It Ruins Relationships and How to Deal With It – Knowledge For Men
Why a Healthy Gut Is So Important For Overall Wellness – GQ
7 Tips for Creating Happier Travel Memories – Afar
Road Rager defends weapon attack, lays down some nasty ground and pound! – Instagram
9 Common Mistakes That Make You A Bad Listener — And How To Fix Them – Fatherly
Here’s what a UFC contract looks like – Google Docs
The Dumping Grounds
16 People Reveal The Small Purchases That Have Significantly Improved Their Lives
Headlamps are too cheap and too small now days to *NOT* be purchased. They are the solution to fixing things under the sink, finding your keys in a parking lot at night, and otherwise – always useful. Given that they now use LEDs and can run off of 2 AAAs – having one in a backpack or a purse is wicked easy. Having one in your glove compartment – just as easy. If you are a camper or backpacker – having an outdoor one is awesome.
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