The convenience of self-checkout, once hailed as a beacon of modern retail, is facing a reevaluation by major companies like Booths, Walmart, Wegmans, and Costco. Booths, a British supermarket chain, is phasing out self-checkout machines from all butw two of its 28 stores.1 Managing director Nigel Murray highlighted customer complaints about the machines being slow,...

The Lord of The Rings is one of the most iconic fantasy epics in English literature. If you have watched the films, then you would be familiar with the Hobbit House. The unique houses were fashioned out of holes inside small hills. The Hobbits were a race of pretty short people, so the houses would...

Of all the things that took place in 2019, one of them stood out – which is why you may remember Bobby. He became internet famous after Alex Stein, his granddaughter, shared a hilarious picture of the elderly gentleman. The elder, who had a soft spot for yogurt, was caught eating paint out of a...

A viral story of a kindhearted barista sparked debate online after she took the initiative regarding her concerns for a younger customer. Mom’s Story Goes Viral A Starbucks barista was recognized by a mother in Corpus Christi, Texas, after her daughter was approached by an older gentleman. The barista was worried for the girl’s safety...

In a surprising move, the northern UK supermarket chain Booths has announced a significant shift in its service system. Bid farewell to self-checkout tills as Booths, a prominent supermarket brand operating across Lancashire, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Cheshire, is steering away from its reliance on automated checkouts in most of its stores. Let’s delve into the...

Every household has encountered that persistent, unpleasant smell lingering in the refrigerator. Despite numerous attempts to banish it, the hallmark scent of spoilage seems unbeatable. Enter an unexpected solution gaining momentum across social media platforms: toilet paper in the fridge.1 Yes, you read that correctly—this peculiar hack has garnered attention, particularly on TikTok, where enthusiasts...

Paris is a beautiful city, to say the least. It is often regarded as the city of romance, with its amazing scenic nightscapes, cuisine, and culture. After all, France remains the most visited place in the world annually. However, with all the beauty atop the surface, the city holds quite a few eerie ones underneath...

Costco is known for its bargain deals, many of which come from its Kirkland Signature brand. However, some people might skip Kirkland to buy more familiar brands, assuming they are better quality. But both products might be exactly the same, aside from the price and label. See, Costco doesn’t produce Kirkland items itself; they are...

The Bible, a sacred text that has shaped the beliefs and stories of countless generations, often seems like a repository of faith and morality. Yet, beneath its spiritual and moral teachings, a surprising parallel exists: science. While the Bible is fundamentally a religious text, numerous verses within its pages exhibit intriguing connections to modern scientific...

Winterizing your car is crucial for ensuring safety and reliability during the challenging winter months. Proper car maintenance can help protect your vehicle from the harsh conditions of snow, ice, and cold weather. One essential aspect of winter car care is lubrication. Here, we’ll explore six critical places to lubricate your car before winter to...

Commonly seen while driving or walking through the countryside, a boot on a fence. Many have wondered why it’s there and what it means. Ranging from decorative to commemorative, there are, unsurprisingly, a multitude of reasons one might encounter this quirky, if not decorative, countryside tradition. Read: Man Discovers What the Actual Meaning Of WD-40...

Think back to when you were nine years old: what were your biggest concerns at the time? Whether you could sit next to your best friend in class? That you would do well in your next piano recital? Why your parents didn’t agree that a bag of candy wasn’t a suitable option for your lunch?...