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Buzz Feed
4 days ago
- General
- Buzz Feed
13 Things Growing Up Poor Teach You That Rich Kids Don't Know
Growing up without having a lot of access to money can really impact how someone views their world. For instance, when I was younger, there were certain things I had to learn how to do on my own that my friends, who were considered middle class, had financial help with. So when I saw Reddit user Donte_writes asked: "What did growing up poor teach you that rich kids will never understand?" I thought I would share some of their responses below: "The satisfaction of repairing something yourself. When you have no other choice, it's amazing what you can do!" —Goddess_BeatrixFDC"I'll add to this: buying something expensive that's broken and getting it working again. I got a MacBook Air recently for $200 that someone sold because some of the keys weren't working. Watched a tutorial on how to remove Mac key caps safely, realized they'd gummed them up eating while using the PC, cleaned them out, and now I have a 2020 MacBook that works like a dream."—tiparium "The deep psychological weight of 'no.'" "How the butter knife is the most universal tool." —Truestorydreams"I feel the spoon is the most versatile utensil there is. I eat my salads with it mainly because my wife chops or slices things so small that eating a salad would otherwise take weeks with a fork. I just scoop it all up, including the dressing resting on the bottom of the bowl or plate. So easy."—AgITGuy"A butter knife is also a screwdriver, pry bar, straight edge, saw, scalpel, and you can whack things that need percussive maintenance. It's how you get bike tires back on the rim. Garbage disposal repair in a pinch. It's the one tool that does it all."—TenderDiatribe "Your socioeconomic status can and will affect who you grow up to be." "That graduating from high school or college is a big deal for most of us." —Weekly-Inspection247"I remember in high school, I shared with my classmates that I was excited to get my acceptance letter from my local community college. I went to a pretty wealthy school district, and the standard was to go to a university or a large college after high didn't understand that getting an acceptance letter to a community college is a big deal for someone like me who came from a family of high school dropouts who struggled later on to get their GED."—MidwestCherry "The difference between 'want' and 'need.'" "Second-hand clothes that your mom got from a friend or coworker, that she brings home in a big trash bag. I got my best clothes from those bags." —salvagemania"Lol, these days, even the rich kids love second-hand clothes."—badgyal876 "What actual hunger is. They don't understand that kind of hunger. The one where you are hungry, but there is no food in the pantry, and no money for it. It's hunger, not by choice, and it changes you. Profoundly." "In a pinch, you can eat cereal with no milk. Saltines with jelly were a treat." —1969quacky"Yes! We would have a spoonful of peanut butter as a snack."—byfar82 "I only ever had one pillow, and it was never replaced. I was well into adulthood before I allowed myself to purchase a second pillow. The luxury of replacing my pillows every few years and having more than one has never gotten old. There are many other things I did without as a kid that I have never gotten to the point of being 'normal,' it always feels excessive or that I am being extra to have the 'luxuries.'" "Without money, some consequences hurt a lot more (i.e., traffic ticket, making a mistake on a purchase, missing a bill payment, etc.)." —twoDuckNight "Patience. Saving a little money each week until I can buy a big item, instead of just buying it when I need it." "Nothing is ever given. One year, as kids, my siblings and I had zero toys for Christmas. Our parents did their best, but it just didn't work out for us on the big day. The Boy Scouts came to our house on Christmas Eve and gave us presents as kids. I was so happy to get a low-quality basketball under the tree. It meant the world to me because somebody gave me something, and it felt like I mattered. So, this Christmas, go to a store or mall, take a tag off the tree for an angel gift, and make a kid's entire Christmas with your donation. It really does make a difference!" —Pandemonium1x Is there anything else you would like to add to this list if it resonated with you? If so, tell us in the comments or anonymously in the Google Form below.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Umamusume: Pretty Derby: How to get & use goddess statues – Complete beginner's guide
Umamusume: Pretty Derby: Umamusume: Pretty Derby features a unique in-game currency known as Goddess Statues, crucial for progressing and enhancing your characters. If you're aiming to unlock or limit-break high-rarity characters like SSRs, understanding how to get and use Goddess Statues efficiently can give you a serious edge. This guide breaks down everything you need to know—where to farm these statues, how they work in the exchange shop, and how to avoid wasting them on low-priority upgrades. Whether you're a beginner or looking to optimise your resources, this article ensures you don't miss out on what's arguably one of the most valuable currencies in the game. What are Goddess Statues in Umamusume: Pretty Derby? A rare currency used mainly to unlock or limit-break characters. Earned through gacha pulls and duplicate characters. Vital for progressing in high-level content. How to get the goddess statue in Umamusume: Pretty Derby? Gacha banners Random drops from Career Mode Pulling in any of the character Scouting banners in Umamusume will yield Goddess Statues. You should receive one Goddess Statue per trainee when you roll for characters, along with additional Star Pieces for any duplicate characters you receive. It can be viewed as a gesture of sympathy for players who are attempting to raise the star ratings of their favorite characters, and it is by far the most dependable method of obtaining Goddess Statues. Goddess Statues can also be obtained by playing in Career mode. However, don't rely on Career mode to harvest Goddess Statues because the drop rates are quite low. How to use the goddess statues in Umamusume? By heading to the Shop through the main menu and choosing the Statue Exchange option, you can spend your Goddess Statues. Players can purchase Star Pieces for any of the Umamusume on the list by using their Goddess Statues in this menu. Remember that the Statue Exchange shop only allows you to buy a maximum of 25 Star Pieces per character. Additionally, the exchange rate will rise as you buy more Star Pieces. Furthermore, a character will require more Star Pieces to rank up the higher their Star rating. Goddess Statues are best purchased from 1-star or 2-star Umamusume if you want to be really efficient. Spending money on Goddess Statues will provide greater value, but the ideal strategy is always to invest in your favorite character, as is the case with all gacha games. Best characters to prioritise for Goddess Statue use Focus on SSR support cards that benefit team synergy. Consider meta picks that remain strong across updates. Avoid spending early unless you're certain of your choice. Tips to maximise your statue usage Save statues until you've built a solid support deck. Keep up with tier lists to avoid wasteful upgrades. Participate in events where statue rewards are boosted.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Boots deal knocks 50% off 'unique' designer perfume 'unlike any other'
Some devoted perfume fans say Alien Goddess beats the original purple icon it is based on. Spritzing perfume before we leave the house is a daily must for many of us. With so many scents to choose from these days, it can be hard to find one that truly stands out. Instead of wading through all of the bottles available, we have found one that is said "smell like nothing else". It's Thierry Mugler's Alien Goddess, and it's officially on offer at Boots with a huge 50 percent price cut. The health and beauty chain has been offering some unmissable deals on designer branded perfumes lately, some being the cheapest they can be bought for, with a 60ml of this one now reduced from £97 to just £48.50. Launched by Mugler in 2021 as a reimagining of the iconic Alien perfume the luxury brand is famed for, Goddess is said to offer a lighter, sweeter fragrance profile that is no less "distinctive." This amber floral perfume combines three olfactory "revelations" to create a scent that "mesmerises the senses", opening with a Radiant revelation of sparkling Italian Bergamot essence that recalls the first rays if sunlight and the positive energy of the solar goddess. Mugler Alien Goddess Eau de Parfum, 60ml £97 £48.50 Boots Buy here Product Description This leads into the miraculous revelation of Jasmine Grandiflorum notes that offer a floral wave that represents femininity and sensuality, before ending on the Mindful revelation of bourbon vanilla that adds "deep and mysterious warm vibrations." Luxurious scent aside, Alien Goddess' bottle is also highly recognizable, boasting the iconic talisman shape that has been adorned in gold to evoke a sunrise, representing the luminous perfume contained within. For beauty fans impressed with the bold notes of this interpretation of Alien, then a similar alternative is Giorgio Armani's My Way Intense, with a 30ml costing £75 at popular retailer The Perfume Shop. Another highly distinctive scent on the market is the beloved YSL Black Opium Le Parfum, which offers a more vanilla-heavy scent compared to the iconic original, with a 50ml at its cheapest price at Boots for £57.50, down from £115. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. As for Alien Goddess, it is another beloved fragrance from the luxury brand, as it has earned a 4.8 rating based on over 1,300 reviews from Boots shoppers who say it boasts a "unique" scent that is "unlike any other." One five-star review read: "Sexy, feminine fragrance. Like all Mugler' perfume, Alien Goddess is special and unlike any other." Another loyal Alien fan wrote: "Wow. The original alien is my absolute favourite however I think may have just taken the lead. It's such a unique yet beautiful scent." Beauty deal of the week Looking to upgrade your straighteners, then look no further than this Amazon deal we have spotted. The Remington Advanced Coconut Therapy Hair Straightener, which has been hailed as "better than ghd", is now on offer for a staggering 75 percent less, as it is has been dropped from £139.99 to just £34.90. To help keep hair soft and shiny with each use, the floating ceramic plates feature micro-conditioners that have been infused with coconut oil and UV filters, keeping tresses protected from any frizz caused by too much heat. Its salon-style design means it comes complete with an ultra-fast 15-second heat up time and five digital temperature controls up to 230C, while the rounded barrel design with a swivel cord makes it easy to create either a sleek straight or bouncy curls look. There's also an integrated sensor that kicks in when the plates come into contact with the hair, ensuring they never overheat, while plate lock and auto-shut off function offers peace of mind and safety. Considering Remington's status for hair tools, it's no surprise to hear that this coconut-infused straightener has been singled out as an 'Amazon Choice' product, with a glowing 4.4 rating based on over 1,000 reviews from happy purchasers. One beauty fan praised: "Better than ghds. What can I say I have used GHDs for the last 20 years? My last pair broke yesterday so after some research I thought I would try these Remington's. "I can't believe how straight my hair is gone, not even my GHD's got it this straight. Amazing straighteners on would recommend to anybody, I have thick course hair and look how smooth it looks." Someone else remarked: "It has very interesting fragrance which I really like. It is long lasting and unique scent that reminds me of nice evening in tropical Island: fresh and warm at the same time." However, some fans of the original aren't keen on the lighter scent, as one wrote: "I like a perfume to be strong, I love Angel & Alien. This is quite delicate. Not for me." Although, someone else who was delighted with perfume wrote: "The scent is just divine! I thought my favourite was the purple, but this wow! Lasts so long as well." Perfume fans can bag a 60ml bottle of Mugler Alien Goddess for £48.50, down from £97, at Boots now.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans Declare Celine Dion a 'Goddess' in Sultry 'Moonlight Swim' Photos
Fans Declare Celine Dion a 'Goddess' in Sultry 'Moonlight Swim' Photos originally appeared on Parade. Fans fell in love with singer all over again after seeing her latest social media update, with the 57-year-old sharing a few snaps from a night swim overlooking a bright city landscape. Dion posted a couple of photos from the experience on Instagram on July 14, with Dion wearing an elegant black one-piece swimsuit while relaxing in what looked to be an infinity pool, her hair slicked back by the water. The second photo was a close-up of Dion's face peeking out from the water as she gave the camera an intense stare. 🎬 The Canadian singer captioned the update, "City lights, starry skies, and a moonlight swim…✨🌃," crediting Jean-François Perreault as the photographer. Dion shared no context about when or where the photos were immediately took to the comments to compliment Dion and her beauty, with enthusiastic replies like, "The 2nd picture is magnetic! ❤️," "GODDESS🔥," and "Oh God, you look gorgeous 🔥❤️." "Ate and left no crumbs 🔥🤍," declared another fan. The praise for the "My Heart Will Go On" singer went on, with a different fan writing, "Oh my…my eyes…just saw something beautiful…🫣😍," while someone else said, "Wow never seen these pix before. Amazing job."Fans Declare Celine Dion a 'Goddess' in Sultry 'Moonlight Swim' Photos first appeared on Parade on Jul 14, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Mint
14-07-2025
- General
- Mint
July 14 School Holiday: Schools shut in THESE districts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana for Sawan Somwar; check details
Today marks the first Somwar of the holy month of Sawan (also known as Shravan Maas), a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts every Monday during this sacred month to seek blessings from the deity. These fasts are known as Shravan Somwar or Sawan Somwar Vrats. Meanwhile, schools in a few districts are observing closure due to the Kanwar Yatra. In Uttar Pradesh, the districts of Varanasi and Budaun have announced that schools will remain closed on all Mondays during the Sawan month. District Magistrates in both areas have issued orders directing schools to observe this temporary closure strictly. Meanwhile, in Haryana's Nuh district, authorities have declared school holidays on July 4 due to the Jalabhishek Yatra, which overlaps with the ongoing Kanwar Yatra festivities in the region. Sawan Somwar holds deep spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. On this day, worshippers observe a fast and perform Jalabhishek, offering water, milk, Bel leaves, and Ganga Jal on the Shivling as part of their rituals. During the month of Sawan, devotees are encouraged to follow a strict vegetarian diet, avoiding non-vegetarian food, garlic, onion, and alcohol and to observe fasts on Mondays. According to traditional beliefs, donating milk or dairy products during this time is considered highly auspicious. Sendha namak (rock salt) is used in place of regular salt, and light spices like cumin, black pepper, and ginger are permitted. According to Indian mythology, Sawan's history can be traced back to the Samudra Manthan, when the gods (devas) and evil forces (asuras) came together to look for 'Amrit', or the elixir of immortality. This incident caused the ocean to churn, leading to the emergence of many things, including jewellery and animals. However, it also brought together a poison so deadly that anyone who came in contact with it was destroyed. Key Takeaways Sawan Somwar is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, marked by fasting and rituals. Schools in Varanasi, Budaun, and Nuh district are closed on Mondays during the Sawan month due to religious observances. Devotees are encouraged to follow a strict vegetarian diet and perform special rituals during this sacred time.
