In 2018, a 5-year-old girl named Jare Ijalana went viral when a picture of her was posted by Mofe Bamuyiwa. Her online fans unofficially dubbed her the “most beautiful girl” for her “ doll-like” features. She melted the hearts of people all over the world. Jare Ijalana Goes Viral Jare Ijalana is from Lagos in...

Mental illness is all around us. If we aren’t fighting each day ourselves, we most certainly know people who are. From PTSD to anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, the list goes on. In fact, millions of people are affected each year in the US, with 21% of adults experiencing some form or another. Dwayne ‘The...

Grandparents are the most beautiful and loving people in the world. They make amazing mentors and companions for their grandchildren. They love without pressure and their bosoms are among the safest places for a child.  Memories flood my heart whenever I think about my grandmother (which is just about every day). She’s millions of miles away,...

What does long-term commitment mean to you? Women who have remained single for long periods of time without any commitment seem to be pretty happy with their decision. But why? Expressing outright happiness and independence, they surely must have found that sweet spot where they found that alone, they are enough. It’s hard to pinpoint...

My dad was the best ever and will always be to me, despite his habit of chasing away our “gentlemen callers” by screaming at them from the living room window. Who could blame him? He had three daughters and was always worried about ill-intentioned boys hurting his perpetually little girls. He had to protect us...

Body shaming is not a new phenomenon. Thanks to the media, society’s expectations of what defines beauty are warped and can be downright unrealistic. Jenna Kutcher is a well-known body positivity influencer on social media. A few years ago, she made a post about a DM she received from one of her followers. The message...

With self-love and body positivity affirmations ringing in our ears. Many women are packing away their makeup. They are choosing to showcase their natural beauty to the world as opposed to the dolled-up version of themselves. However, the same women find that they are not treated the same way they were when they had a...

Can you focus when you’re hungry? Imagine you’re at work trying to concentrate on a difficult report or in an important meeting, but you haven’t eaten much all day and are quite hungry. How well do you think you will be able to process and retain information? My guess is not very good at all....

Comedian and former Tonight Show host Jay Leno is famous worldwide for his late-night show and extensive car collection. What many people may not know is the story of his wife, Mavis Leno, who has been by his side for over 40 years. At the age of 72, she is confronting a significant challenge –...

In the middle of a Louisiana winter, a heartwarming story has emerged. John Terry, a 76-year-old Walmart greeter in Monroe and affectionately known as “Mr. John.”, has warmed the hearts of many residents.  A TikTok video posted on Jan. 15 by user @kitathepro shows Mr. John’s dedication to his job: “Rain or sleet or snow,...

Neal McDonough takes a firm stance against intimate scenes in his acting career. Going to the extent of refusing to engage in even kissing scenes. This practice is not uncommon among celebrities who have specific clauses in their contracts or personal boundaries they won’t compromise. Neal McDonough’s decision doesn’t seem so odd considering other stars...

It is easy to get swept up in life and forget where you come from. But this young woman did not forget her roots. She instead played tribute to her parents by having the most beautiful graduation pics taken in their place of work, a field. This was to show that hard work pays off...