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Buzz Feed
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
People Share The Most Out-Of-Touch Comments Their Parents Made
Ever had a parent say something that made you realize just how much the world has changed since they were your age? You're not alone. Between asking members of the BuzzFeed Community to share the exact comments their parents made that made them realize how differently older generations see adulthood today, and u/Roblson240YT asking about the most out-of-touch thing an older person has said, the responses range from painfully relatable to surprisingly eye-opening. Here are some of the most memorable below: "That 'AI art was the same as digital art.' I'm a digital artist, by the way, and I was pretty darn annoyed at that." —anime_otaku66 "When I was a teenager, my parents kept pressuring me to get a summer job. My dad claimed that it was as easy as going door to door and applying. When I was a junior (11th-year student for non-Americans), my dad lost his job and found no one wanted to hire him — in spite of his decades of work experience. He shut up about that soon afterward." "My grandpa's advice was: 'Your grandma probably said no to me 20 times before we went on a date. I made sure I was on her porch every day, knocking to see if she had changed her mind!' Yeah, Pop, I'm pretty sure I'm getting arrested on day two for that." "One that stands out to me right now is when my mom — who is full of these — told me not to 'encourage' my son to be gay. She said that it's 'not natural.' Like my kids listen to me anyway! Not to mention that babies are born that way ... or not!" "I was homeless a while ago, and my great-grandfather found out. He gave me $50 and said to rent a motel for a week. My heart completely broke." "'Why are you renting? Why don't you just buy a house?'" "Had dinner with my grandmother last week, and she genuinely asked why I don't just marry a doctor to solve my student loan problems." "My dad got one of my gay friends blackout drunk one night, hoping (in his words) 'he'd start acting more like a man.' I told him that was BS, and it scared me to think what sort of behavior he wanted to see from my friend." "My grandma (mid-80s) called me greedy and irresponsible for spending $250,000 on a house in 2024 ('affordable' in my area), when she only spent $10,000 on her first house and raised three children in it." "I was a junior in high school. My father and I got into a heated discussion about teen pregnancies, and I was making the case that a teen could choose to have the baby and put it up for adoption. My father blurted, 'Nobody wants someone else's mistake.' I'm adopted." "I was never a girly-girl and could never compete with my cute, flirty older sister. My mother was always sure that I knew my sister was the cute one and I was the smart one. My mother couldn't even let me have that either, going so far as to say that my sister could have done as well academically if she had studied. She also told me when I was 15 that no man would ever want me because I was too strong-willed. Well, I got a PhD, had a slammin' career, and more men than I could count. When I got married at 46 (had a brief marriage in my 20s), my mother then said she was relieved because I wouldn't be an old maid. I rolled my eyes and reminded her that I had been married and had a child, and that an old maid I was not." "Between homes owned after a divorce, I was forced to rent for a year. A single mother, even in a professional job, money was tight in that area of the US. My family had zero empathy that having to pay for a decent apartment ate up almost half my income. I can't remember the comments made 40 years later, but I just remember their smug attitude and cluelessness. Everyone is now gone, and their attitude just became a memory." —visionarybee33 "My daughter was 2 years old, and my marriage had been going downhill for the entirety of her lifetime. I knew I wanted and needed to get a divorce. I went to talk to my mom about it, telling her how miserable I was and how it was negatively affecting my parenting. She was not understanding at all. In fact, she said to me, 'Don't take that little girl away from her father!' She wouldn't listen to anything I had to say. She said if I went through with the divorce, she wouldn't accept it and would continue to treat him as her son-in-law, as would the rest of the family. In other words, they would choose him over me. She even said she wouldn't help me financially or with any childcare since I broke up the family and created my own hardship. I didn't have the courage to leave him after that, knowing I would lose my family as well. It was the biggest mistake of my life." "Them: 'Congrats on your $500 scholarship! That should cover one of your two classes this semester!' Me: 'I appreciate it! won't even cover a credit, which is $900. Each class is three credits.' Them: 'Are you serious!?' Cue the surprised Pikachu face." "I was jumped and assaulted during my junior year of college. While in the hospital, I called my dad, a police officer. His comment to me was, 'Well, what did you do to encourage him?' I still have flashbacks 28 years later." —savorypunk804 "About a year ago, I was being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. When I told my mom about it, she said that back in the day, his refusal to give up would've been seen as endearing. Like, no, Mom — that's harassment." "Not understanding how much childcare costs and thinking you should just have more children." Have your parents ever said something so out-of-touch it stopped you in your tracks? Share your thoughts or story in the comments below.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
These toys are so hot that Chinese customs agents have seized hundreds of them in recent weeks
Unveiling their latest seizure in front of news cameras last month, two Chinese customs agents revealed not drugs or weapons – but suitcases full of plush toys. The stash on display included dozens of Pop Mart Labubus - the toothy, fluffy figurines that have sparked buying frenzies around the world, and in some cases, brawls among fans outside shops selling them. Even in China, where Pop Mart is based and most of its toys are made, people are struggling to get their hands on Labubus. When CNN recently visited a Pop Mart store at a bustling shopping mall in downtown Beijing, Labubu dolls were nowhere to be found on shelves, with only display samples remaining in glass cabinets. Labubus are typically 'sold out in seconds' when released, longtime Pop Mart fan Evelyn Lin told CNN. 'It's almost impossible to get a Labubu via the official channels,' she said. Fans are instead turning to unusual sources - including buying from smugglers. A total of 462 Pop Mart toys have been confiscated by customs authorities across China since April, according to a CNN compilation of multiple official posts. Details and footage of one seizure were posted by China's Customs Administration on social media, which stated that that the toys were intended 'for profit by resale' and seized in accordance with law. The post did not say whether any of the Labubu smugglers faced other legal consequences. Labubu is the brainchild of Hong Kong-born illustrator Kasing Lung, and it has quietly built a loyal following since its 2015 debut. But in recent months, the bunny-bodied, elf-faced creature — equal parts grotesque and adorable — has soared in popularity. Stars including Rihanna, Dua Lipa, and Lisa from K-pop group Blackpink have worn Labubus like lucky charms, and the toys were even spotted at Paris Fashion Week this year. According to Chinese state-owned media outlet Cover News, a blind box from the latest Labubu 3.0 series, originally priced at 584 yuan ($81), has been selling for between 1,000 ($139) and 2,000 yuan ($278) on the second-hand market. Pop Mart's annual results show that the company's global gross profit surged by over 125% last year, while its revenue in mainland China reached more than $1.09 billion, 34% higher than 2023. But buying from resellers carries risks. Kate Yang, a Beijing resident and Labubu enthusiast, told CNN that her two last purchases from resellers both turned out to be fakes. 'Because they are not available on official platforms, if you're in a rush to get a gift for a friend, you just can't manage to get the popular ones in time,' said Yang. 'You can only pay extra to buy from resale platforms.' CNN's Marc Stewart and Martha Zhou contributed reporting
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Sabrina Carpenter tipped for Mamma Mia sequel but fans are fuming at one detail
A script is already been made for Mamma Mia 3 with Sabrina Carpenter heavily tipped to take on the lead role and despite being an ABBA mega fan, some fans aren't happy with the casting Pop superstar and multiple chart-topper Sabrina Carpenter has been tipped for an acting comeback as she takes on the lead role of the long-awaited Mamma Mia 3. The former Disney Channel star could follow in the footsteps of Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried and Lily James at the heart of the beloved franchise. And for fans eager to bring to an end the seven-year drought since the release of Mamma Mia 2, they may not have much longer to wait. The creator behind the original West End show and its two immensely popular movie spin-offs off Judy Cramer has revealed she has written a script and work for the ABBA-themed musical is once again in the works. Speaking to Deadline, the producer hinted at Carpenter's remarkable resemblance to both Seyfried and Streep's original character: "She'd be a goddess or some relation who would look very much like Meryl Streep," she said. "We know what we want to do with the movie, and it will happen.' Although the plot of the film is still a closely-kept secret, many fans have taken to social media to voice their unhappiness at the potential casting and voiced their confusion due to the choice due to her lack of experience acting. 'This is another form of nepotism with the casting of Sabrina,' complained one on X, while another added: "I hate Hollywood because what do you mean she's playing her mother - they look like sisters!" Although despite the criticism, the casting does make sense in terms of music, it's clear that Carpenter has an incredible voice being behind some of the biggest hits of the last few years from Please, Please, Please to Espresso but the singer is also notoriously a huge ABBA fan. The 26-year-old already has practice singing some of the group's hits having previously performed some of their songs while on tour. The Swedish group even takes a spot as one of her most listened-to artists on Spotify and the singer named her two cats after the band's legendary Benny and Björn. She already seems to have the cast on her side. Amanda Seyfried who plays Sophie, one of the main characters in the first two films has previously spoken about casting Carpenter: "Old age make-up for me. If Sabrina Carpenter wants to play my daughter, I'll make it happen. It's fine. I'm a big fan," she said. A source close to the production added: 'There's a huge appetite for Sabrina in this next chapter. She has the charisma, the vocal chops, and the star power to take Mamma Mia into a new generation. She's also been embraced by fans across age groups - just like the ABBA hits themselves."
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Scotsman
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid review: Get ready to see plenty of these on the streets
Fiat's new Grande Panda is part of an aggressive new direction for the marque - with lots of new models to follow | Fiat This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Motoring writer Gareth Butterfield flew to Italy to be among the firs journalists to drive the hybrid version of Fiat's new Grande Panda Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Listening to Fiat bosses waxing lyrical about their new Grande Panda, at a rainsoaked launch in Turin, there's more than an air of optimism about its future. And judging by the warm reception of the electric version, which launched in January, they might be right to be a bit bullish. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Importantly, though, this is the car that's predicted to be the biggest seller, especially here in the UK. It's pitched at around £18,000, it has a 110 HP with a 48-volt Li-ion battery, and it's styled to be retro and fun, without being chintzy and weird. Cards on the table, I really like it. I've always been a fan of Pandas, and I own a third-generation Panda. It's one of my favourite things, in fact. The edgy styling strikes a fine balance between retro and modern | Fiat But the new Grande Panda is much bigger, much more complicated, and quite a lot more expensive than its predecessors, so has it lost its rugged simplicity? Yes and no. Firstly, there are three trim levels coming to the UK, the base-model Pop, followed by Icon, and then La Prima. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It's a simple set of choices then, and there aren't too many options to get bogged down with, nor are there all that many colours to choose from, but they all look pretty good. The hybrid drivetrain feels much the same as it does in any Stellantis product, although there's a refreshing individuality about the interior design - as long as you look past that ubuquitous gear selector. The details on the dashboard and centre console are fun and frivolous, and there's even a nod back to the original panda on the edge of the driver and central display cowling, which is the same shape as the legendary test track on the roof of Turin's Lingotto factory. The interior is full of fun details - it's a nice place to sit | Fiat There's very little to dislike about the interior. It's bright, spacious, functional, and comfortable. I'm not sure I'm keen on going back to a physical key now we've got so used to push-button starts, but I guess some people will welcome it. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As is the fashion nowadays, the interior materials are made of recycled plastics and fabrics, and most of it feels really durable, although the fabric cover on the "Bamboo Box" storage cubby on top of the dash on the La Prima version might scuff and mark pretty quickly. The squared off steering wheel feels good in the hands, if a tad chunky, but there are some physical buttons to save you relying on the large central touch screen, and plenty to play with on the steering wheel itself. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are included, and you get heated seats in the top version, along with a few other standard goodies and plenty of safety systems. There's plenty of room inside for a small car, and standard trim is good, especially on the top La Prima version | Fiat On Italy's ruffled rural roads, it feels every bit as smooth as the Fiat bosses promise it will. You might think it's at its best in the urban sprawl, and it probably is, but it copes well with long motorway jaunts and, while it's by no means exciting on the twisty bits, it does cope fairly well with corners. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Its handling is tuned to feel safe, rather than deliver any thrills, and the soft ride makes for more body roll, but there's a reassuring stability to it, and it responds well to inputs. The hybrid system works as well as you'd hope it would in a small car. You've got probably up to half a mile of EV juice, enough for manoeuvring, parking and queuing, and then a reasonably punchy three-pot engine taking the majority of the strain. It all adds up to a tax-friendly and economical ownership experience - which is pretty much what all Panda buyers are after. Rear passengers have plenty of room, and I like the phone pockets at the top of the seats | Fiat In reality, the Panda, as "Grande" as it now is, makes a lot of sense as an EV. The electric one will doubtless be popular, and there is a full internal combustion version coming eventually which may, one hopes, come in at a very tempting price point. Because while £18,000 is obviously a lot of money the Grande Panda does more than enough to make itself stand out against similarly-priced rivals. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Even in hybrid form it's lost some of its compact, lightweight, mischievous charm over the years, but it's still great to see the brand back. And now I've driven it, I can see why Fiat is so chipper. Unlike the weather in Turin, the Panda's future looks very bright. Selling your car? Here's the fastest way to get cash – and how it compares to rivals Thinking of selling your car this summer? It all starts with a valuation – and you can get one in under a minute with WeBuyAnyCar. With over 500 branches across the UK and same-day payment available, it's one of the quickest ways to find out what your vehicle is worth and get the cash if you're ready to sell. Used car prices have stayed surprisingly strong, especially for economical hatchbacks and SUVs. Whether you're upgrading for road trips or switching to a hybrid, a fast online quote can give you a solid starting point – even if you're still weighing up your options. To see how WeBuyAnyCar stacks up against other top car-selling platforms like Motorway, Carwow and Auto Trader, read our full article comparing the UK's most popular car sales sites here.
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Scotsman
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid review: Get ready to see plenty of these on the streets
Fiat's new Grande Panda is part of an aggressive new direction for the marque - with lots of new models to follow | Fiat This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Motoring writer Gareth Butterfield flew to Italy to be among the firs journalists to drive the hybrid version of Fiat's new Grande Panda Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Listening to Fiat bosses waxing lyrical about their new Grande Panda, at a rainsoaked launch in Turin, there's more than an air of optimism about its future. And judging by the warm reception of the electric version, which launched in January, they might be right to be a bit bullish. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Importantly, though, this is the car that's predicted to be the biggest seller, especially here in the UK. It's pitched at around £18,000, it has a 110 HP with a 48-volt Li-ion battery, and it's styled to be retro and fun, without being chintzy and weird. Cards on the table, I really like it. I've always been a fan of Pandas, and I own a third-generation Panda. It's one of my favourite things, in fact. The edgy styling strikes a fine balance between retro and modern | Fiat But the new Grande Panda is much bigger, much more complicated, and quite a lot more expensive than its predecessors, so has it lost its rugged simplicity? Yes and no. Firstly, there are three trim levels coming to the UK, the base-model Pop, followed by Icon, and then La Prima. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It's a simple set of choices then, and there aren't too many options to get bogged down with, nor are there all that many colours to choose from, but they all look pretty good. The hybrid drivetrain feels much the same as it does in any Stellantis product, although there's a refreshing individuality about the interior design - as long as you look past that ubuquitous gear selector. The details on the dashboard and centre console are fun and frivolous, and there's even a nod back to the original panda on the edge of the driver and central display cowling, which is the same shape as the legendary test track on the roof of Turin's Lingotto factory. The interior is full of fun details - it's a nice place to sit | Fiat There's very little to dislike about the interior. It's bright, spacious, functional, and comfortable. I'm not sure I'm keen on going back to a physical key now we've got so used to push-button starts, but I guess some people will welcome it. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As is the fashion nowadays, the interior materials are made of recycled plastics and fabrics, and most of it feels really durable, although the fabric cover on the "Bamboo Box" storage cubby on top of the dash on the La Prima version might scuff and mark pretty quickly. The squared off steering wheel feels good in the hands, if a tad chunky, but there are some physical buttons to save you relying on the large central touch screen, and plenty to play with on the steering wheel itself. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are included, and you get heated seats in the top version, along with a few other standard goodies and plenty of safety systems. There's plenty of room inside for a small car, and standard trim is good, especially on the top La Prima version | Fiat On Italy's ruffled rural roads, it feels every bit as smooth as the Fiat bosses promise it will. You might think it's at its best in the urban sprawl, and it probably is, but it copes well with long motorway jaunts and, while it's by no means exciting on the twisty bits, it does cope fairly well with corners. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Its handling is tuned to feel safe, rather than deliver any thrills, and the soft ride makes for more body roll, but there's a reassuring stability to it, and it responds well to inputs. The hybrid system works as well as you'd hope it would in a small car. You've got probably up to half a mile of EV juice, enough for manoeuvring, parking and queuing, and then a reasonably punchy three-pot engine taking the majority of the strain. It all adds up to a tax-friendly and economical ownership experience - which is pretty much what all Panda buyers are after. Rear passengers have plenty of room, and I like the phone pockets at the top of the seats | Fiat In reality, the Panda, as "Grande" as it now is, makes a lot of sense as an EV. The electric one will doubtless be popular, and there is a full internal combustion version coming eventually which may, one hopes, come in at a very tempting price point. Because while £18,000 is obviously a lot of money the Grande Panda does more than enough to make itself stand out against similarly-priced rivals. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Even in hybrid form it's lost some of its compact, lightweight, mischievous charm over the years, but it's still great to see the brand back. And now I've driven it, I can see why Fiat is so chipper. Unlike the weather in Turin, the Panda's future looks very bright. Selling your car? Here's the fastest way to get cash – and how it compares to rivals Thinking of selling your car this summer? It all starts with a valuation – and you can get one in under a minute with WeBuyAnyCar. With over 500 branches across the UK and same-day payment available, it's one of the quickest ways to find out what your vehicle is worth and get the cash if you're ready to sell. Used car prices have stayed surprisingly strong, especially for economical hatchbacks and SUVs. Whether you're upgrading for road trips or switching to a hybrid, a fast online quote can give you a solid starting point – even if you're still weighing up your options.
