I made an entire outfit out of tote bags — people call my hack ‘genius’

I made an entire outfit out of tote bags — people call my hack ‘genius’

It’s tote-ally genius. TikTok creator and model Madeleine White has a knack for turning household items into clothing — and she recently went viral for making a head-to-toe “Safari Barbie” outfit out of two identical tote bags. The minute-long video, which has bagged 1.6 million views since it was posted last week, shows White demonstrating … Read more

I invented a machine for perfectly buttered toast — people say it’s genius

I invented a machine for perfectly buttered toast — people say it’s genius

Time to toast another clever kitchen hack! Finding himself “bored” one day, Joan Manuel Hidalgo devised a hands-free, but margarinally complex machine that toasts and butters bread, Jam Press reports. In the ultimate fete of lazy genius, the Argentina-based creator recently showcased his toast conveyor belt on TikTok, breaking 1.5 million views and rising! Viewers … Read more

New thongs-as-shirts trend divides internet: ‘Genius’ or ‘gross’?

New thongs-as-shirts trend divides internet: ‘Genius’ or ‘gross’?

Why buy a new top when you can just wear your skivvies as a shirt? An online fashion influencer known for her unconventional outfits has popularized an unorthodox new trend that involves styling two thongs as a crop top. Joslyn, also known as @sieling.j on TikTok, showed off three ways to wear panties as a … Read more

I turned my accidental tattoo into something ‘useful’ — people say it’s ‘genius’

I turned my accidental tattoo into something ‘useful’ — people say it’s ‘genius’

This rules. A San Diego tattoo artist known as Shae Bae on TikTok has gone viral for turning an accidental finger tattoo into a “useful” everyday tool. While “bored” in November, Shae tattooed a large mandala on her right thigh. That’s when she accidentally poked her left pointer finger, leaving a tiny, permanent black dot … Read more

Dear Abby: I think I’m a musical genius, my wife thinks I suck

Dear Abby: I think I’m a musical genius, my wife thinks I suck

DEAR ABBY: I’m a middle-aged married man and the father of two. Although I work as a banker, I’m also an aspiring pianist. I have practiced two to three hours a day for many years. My music is unique — unlike anything ever heard. My wife of 18 years does not appreciate my music. She … Read more