The American Cockroach, Periplaneta Americana, is one of the most common and largest cockroach species worldwide. These unwanted visitors can bring a host of problems into your home, from health risks to property damage.
Reaching lengths of 3 to 5 cm, the American Cockroach is a sizable insect with a reddish-brown body and pale yellow pattern on its head. They can live for up to a year or more, depending on the conditions. These resilient creatures thrive in warm, humid environments, such as kitchens, basements, and sewers, where food and moisture are plentiful.
The presence of American Cockroaches in your home can pose significant health risks. They carry bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli, which can cause illness, and their excrement and secretions can trigger allergies and exacerbate asthma, particularly in children and sensitive individuals. Furthermore, they can contaminate food, damage packaging, and destroy stored supplies.
Beyond health concerns, American Cockroaches can also cause significant property damage. They chew through paper, fabrics, and organic materials, leading to costly repairs and replacements.
While American Cockroaches are unwelcome in homes, they do play a role in the natural world. In the wild, they contribute to decomposing organic matter, aiding in the nutrient cycle. Scientists also study these insects for their remarkable adaptability and resistance.
To keep American Cockroaches at bay, maintaining a clean and hygienic home is crucial. Ensure that food and water are stored properly, and seal any cracks and holes that might allow these pests to enter. If the infestation is severe, consider consulting a pest control expert to safely and effectively eliminate the problem.
A man asked his wife what she’d like for her 40th birthday.
“I’d love to be six again,” she replied.
On the morning of her birthday, he got her up bright and early and off they went to a local theme park.
What a day! He put her on every ride in the park: the Death Slide, the Screaming Loop, the Wall of Fear, everything there was! Wow!Five hours later she staggered out of the theme park, her head reeling and her stomach upside down.
Right to a McDonald’s they went, where her husband ordered her a Happy Meal along with extra fries and a refreshing chocolate shake.Then, it was off to a movie – the latest Disney and what a fabulous adventure!
Finally, she wobbled home with her husband and collapsed into bed.
He leaned over and lovingly asked, “Well, dear, what was it like being six again?”
Wearily, she raised her head, and said;
“You idiot, I meant my dress size.”
The moral of this story is:
When a woman speaks and a man is actually listening, he will still get it wrong.
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Grandma’s New Gadget Grandma finally got a smartphone for her 80th birthday. She spent hours poking around the apps, marveling at how she could read the news and play solitaire on the same device. One day, she proudly announced, “I just used that ‘Finder’ app you talked about to find my phone. It beeped at me from under the couch!” Confused, her grandson said, “Grandma, you don’t have the ‘Find My Phone’ app. What did you actually press?” She shrugged. “I just called the phone from my landline until I heard it ring!” Turns out, she’d invented her own “finder” app—just the old-fashioned way.
The Mysterious Chef A man boasted to his friends that his wife was a gourmet chef who could whip up any cuisine in minutes. One evening, he came home to a feast that smelled absolutely heavenly. He found her in the kitchen with pots and pans everywhere. “Wow, you really went all out,” he said. She gave him a sweet smile and replied, “Yes, I tried four new recipes tonight!” Curious, he asked, “What are they?” She sighed, “I have no idea. I just tossed the cookbooks aside when I realized they were in French. So… we’re calling it ‘International Surprise.’” Turns out, the meal was delicious—but she couldn’t replicate it to save her life.
The Overenthusiastic Fitness Tracker Sarah wore her new fitness tracker to bed, determined to measure every step, heartbeat, and calorie burned. She woke up the next morning, checked her data, and nearly screamed. It said she had taken 8,000 steps during the night! Worried she might be sleepwalking, she set up a camera. The next night, the same thing happened, but the footage showed her cat batting at her arm and swiping the tracker around while Sarah snored. The next day, Sarah told everyone, “My cat is the most active member of this household—and apparently, he logs better ‘steps’ than I do!”
The Wrong Gift Card Mark was notorious for last-minute gifts. On his wife’s birthday, he grabbed a gift card from the junk drawer, put it in a fancy envelope, and handed it to her with a flourish. She opened it and blinked. “Honey, why did you give me a gift card for the local pet store? We don’t even have a pet!” He smacked his forehead. “That’s weird—I thought it was the spa voucher.” Turns out the dog groomer’s store logo looked suspiciously like the day spa’s. She decided to keep it anyway, joking that maybe she’d get her hair done at the dog groomer’s if times got tough.
Little Sister’s Math Genius A father was proud of his teenage daughter for always acing her math tests. He bragged about how she could do advanced algebra in her head. One day, he asked her to calculate the tip at a restaurant. She stared at the check for a full minute, then said, “I don’t know how to do that without a formula.” Confused, he said, “Just do ten percent times two, roughly!” She frowned. “Dad, I only know how to do polynomials and quadratics. Tipping is… complicated.” She ended up rounding the number, paying five dollars extra. “Algebra is easy,” she quipped, “Real life is harder.”
Office Refrigerator War In an office full of “food bandits,” everyone’s lunch kept disappearing. Fed up, Lisa taped a sign on her Tupperware: “Warning: This is a new diet recipe containing ghost peppers.” The next day, her container was gone anyway. Furious, she posted an angrier note: “Whoever took my lunch, you owe me a new Tupperware—and maybe a new sense of decency.” Hours later, a sheepish coworker returned the container, tears streaming down his face. “I only read the sign after I took a bite,” he whimpered, “I just wanted some chicken!” Lisa never lost a lunch again.
Haunted Hotel or Not A traveling salesman, notorious for tall tales, claimed he stayed at a haunted hotel where a ghost roamed the halls at night. “Every time I drifted off, I heard rattling chains and eerie moans!” he told his coworkers. One of them asked, “Did you see the ghost?” The salesman paused. “No, but I felt it—my bed shook!” Another coworker who’d been to the same hotel chimed in: “That’s not a ghost, that’s the old heating system that rattles the pipes!” Crestfallen, the salesman muttered, “Well, maybe the ghost is in the pipes. So it still counts.”
The Boss’s New Rules The boss sent out a stern memo announcing new rules: no personal calls, no browsing social media, and absolutely no desk snacks. The entire office groaned, seeing this as a crackdown on basic freedoms. However, the next day, the boss was caught munching potato chips at her desk while scrolling through cat memes on her phone. When confronted, she shrugged. “Oh, these rules don’t apply to me—I’m the boss!” The employees collectively decided to bring in giant jars of candy the following Monday, leaving them right outside her office. She got the hint, rescinded the rules, and joined them for a snack break.
The Great Dishwasher Debacle A married couple argued daily about the correct way to load the dishwasher. The wife insisted that all plates face one direction, while the husband believed in “random geometry.” One day, the wife rearranged everything he had loaded, only to have him rearrange her rearrangement. This back-and-forth continued until they realized they’d spent 45 minutes on a single dishwasher load. Exhausted, they agreed to hire a cleaning service once a week. They ended up with more time together—and ironically, discovered they both liked hand-washing dishes while chatting about their day.
That Unfortunate Playlist A young DJ was hired for a wedding, determined to impress with his fresh music mix. The bride and groom requested a slow love song for their first dance, but the DJ accidentally hit the wrong track. Heavy metal blasted through the speakers, causing the newlyweds to jump in shock. The crowd watched in stunned silence before the DJ scrambled to correct his mistake. Red-faced, he apologized profusely, but the bride and groom decided to roll with it—headbanging for a few hilarious seconds before the correct song started. Months later, they told everyone that was their favorite wedding moment.
Family Recipe Gone Wrong A young professional tried to recreate his grandmother’s famous lasagna recipe to impress his boss at a dinner party. Grandma’s handwritten instructions were smudged, so he improvised a few steps. The lasagna emerged from the oven watery and tasted like soggy cardboard. Mortified, he served it anyway. The boss took one bite, paused, and said, “You know, I think this might be better as a soup.” Everyone politely spooned it into bowls, adding a dash of salt and pepper. Surprisingly, the “lasagna soup” became the hit of the evening, and he ended up with a promotion for his “creative thinking.”
Self-Checkout Shenanigans A tech-savvy shopper loved using the self-checkout lanes at the grocery store. One day, she scanned her items swiftly, feeling like a pro, until the machine started beeping: “Unexpected item in the bagging area!” Confused, she looked down to find her toddler had placed a giant stuffed dinosaur next to the groceries. She removed it, but the beep continued. Turns out, the toddler had also tossed in a candy bar. Mortified, she canceled the transaction, and the toddler burst into tears. The store manager approached, smiling. “Don’t worry,” he said, “Our machines can’t handle dinosaur theft either.”
Return of the Library Book A college student discovered an ancient textbook in his parents’ attic with a library stamp dated 15 years ago. Panicked, he rushed to the library to return it. The librarian scanned the barcode, her eyebrows shooting up. “This book is from our old system—pre-digital. Technically, we can’t even process your fine.” Relieved, the student asked, “So, am I off the hook?” The librarian shrugged. “We don’t have the record, so I guess you are.” Feeling oddly cheated out of a dramatic apology, he left, the librarian laughing as she mumbled, “Guess we’re both overdue on an explanation.”
The Marathon Mishap Determined to prove she was up to the challenge, a woman trained for months to run her first marathon. On race day, nerves got the best of her, and she forgot to double-check her gear. Halfway through, she realized she’d put on mismatched running shoes—one from an older pair, one from a new pair. Her feet ached in bizarre ways, but she kept running. At mile 20, a photographer snapped a picture of her grimacing in pain. She finished the race anyway, telling everyone, “I ran a marathon in two different shoes, so I can handle anything life throws at me!”
Office Prank Gone Too Far Two coworkers loved pulling pranks on each other. One day, “Employee A” replaced “Employee B’s” office chair with a slightly wobbly one. B spent all morning adjusting it, baffled by the subtle imbalance. Furious, B decided to get revenge by switching the sugar and salt in A’s desk drawer. The next morning, A nearly spit out his coffee, exclaiming it tasted like the ocean. The pranks escalated until HR stepped in, politely reminding them that workplace mischief could lead to actual injuries. They sheepishly apologized, deciding to funnel their competitive energy into after-work bowling instead.
Grandfather’s Antique Car A grandson inherited his grandfather’s old classic car—a pristine vintage convertible. Excited to show it off, he took it for a spin around town. At a stoplight, a flashy sports car revved its engine, challenging him to a quick drag race. Feeling nostalgic and daring, the grandson floored it the moment the light turned green. The convertible sputtered, coughed, and died in the middle of the intersection. As the sports car sped away, the grandson realized he’d forgotten to fill the tank. The moral of the story: a classic might be cool, but it still needs fuel.
The Surprise Performance Review A diligent employee, always behind the scenes, never expected to be noticed by higher management. One day, she was summoned to a meeting with the CEO, trembling with anxiety. To her astonishment, the CEO praised her for a major project success. Confused, she stammered, “But that was Daniel’s project, wasn’t it?” The CEO frowned, flipping through notes. “Actually, Daniel took credit, but the internal logs show you did 80% of the work.” The CEO handed her a promotion letter, adding, “Next time, don’t let others overshadow you. Great work deserves recognition—especially when someone tries to claim it.”
The Yoga Class Confession A middle-aged man joined a yoga class to improve his flexibility. The instructor guided them through serene poses, encouraging everyone to focus on their breathing. Suddenly, a loud rip echoed through the studio—his yoga pants had torn down the seam. Mortified, he apologized and tried to slink out, but the instructor insisted he stay. “Happens to the best of us,” she said, handing him a spare pair of yoga pants. He stayed, finished the class, and discovered that the embarrassment actually broke the ice with his classmates, who found him refreshingly human.
Car Keys in the Freezer A busy mom spent the morning frantic, searching for her car keys. She turned the house upside down—couches, drawers, closets—no luck. Finally, she opened the freezer to grab a bag of vegetables for dinner and found her keys chilling next to the peas. With a sheepish grin, she recalled the night before when she was so exhausted that she put groceries away while talking on the phone. She had apparently dropped the keys in the freezer during the call. Her kids teased her relentlessly, calling it “mom’s version of safe keeping.”
The Endless Diet Saga A woman embarked on yet another diet, vowing this time would be different. She stocked up on vegetables, kale smoothies, and quinoa, determined to stick to the plan. On day three, she found herself craving chocolate so badly that she started “sniffing” a candy bar for relief. By day five, she had replaced half her meals with kale chips. Day six arrived, and she snapped, devouring an entire pizza in one sitting. When her friends asked how the diet was going, she grinned ruefully and said, “Well, I lost my mind but found my love for pizza. Let’s call it balanced living!”
Danielle Colby, best known for her role on American Pickers, has always been unapologetically bold.
However, some of her recent BlKlNl photos have sparked controversy, with many questioning if they push the boundaries of what’s appropriate—even for
Colby, a burlesque dancer and vintage enthusiast, often shares risqué images that embrace body positivity and self-expression.
While her fans celebrate her confidence, critics argue that certain photos go beyond tasteful and venture into the realm of being too provocative. Some claim these images don’t align with her American Pickers persona, while others believe she should be free to express herself however she pleases.]\
From the way they looked at each other to the smiles they shared, it was clear that this wasn’t just a friendly encounter.
Fans and paparazzi alike were stunned to see the man by her side – a former heartthrob who once graced the covers of countless magazines.
As J.Lo continues to dominate in her career, she’s found someone who understands the spotlight. Her new beau isn’t just any Hollywood star; he’s someone who’s been there, done that. Known for his breakout roles in the late ’90s, this actor shared the screen with A-listers and even walked the red carpet alongside her a time or two in the past. Sound familiar?
A 32-year-old woman revealed the three main signs that she ignored before being diagnosed with cancer twice in her twenties.
Georgie Swallow is a British content creator that was given devastating news a number of times as a young adult.
Swallow admitted later on that she ignored some tell-tale signs when it came to her health, to the point where she was told bad news by the doctor when she did finally decide to get checked out.
Now, the Brit urges people to get checked out if they experience any of the main symptoms of cancer.
Before being diagnosed with the disease, Swallow explained the three main symptoms she ignored, writing them off as just being tired and stressed.
Speaking about her experience, the Londoner highlighted what to keep an eye out for.
Georgie Swallow was 28 when she received her devastating diagnosis (Cover Images)
Exhaustion
She admitted: “I was finding my feet with life and work and relationships and starting to feel like I was building my future. I was very active, social and always on the go.”
But this resulted in her body breaking down, as she also experienced other health issues.
Night sweats
“During this time I was losing weight, having night sweats, constantly exhausted and a never-ending stream of colds and flus but I just thought I was on the go too much and wearing myself out,” the 32-year-old explained.
Itchy legs
Probably the most irritating symptom, she said: “The most prominent symptom that took me to the doctors multiple times was my incredibly itchy legs.
“I would itch until I broke the skin which would keep me up all night. I went to the doctor and they thought it could be stress, allergies or urticaria but no cream or lifestyle change would make it go,” she concluded.
Opening up on how she found out about her condition, she said she needed the doctor telling her that she had stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma for her to slow down.
“After being off work for about two weeks with a serious bout of flu, I went into the office and whilst at my desk discovered a peach sized lump in the side of my neck,” she recalled.
The Brit admitted that she thought that nothing would be seriously wrong with her, ‘naively’.
She revealed the three main symptoms that she ignored (Cover Images)
With the worry that she was ‘wasting everyone’s time’ and making them worry for nothing, she explained that the symptoms of lymphoma in particular, are hard to spot.
“This is why lymphoma is diagnosed so late because you can brush the symptoms off so easily as other things.”
As a result of her condition, she would go into an early menopause, describing it like ‘being hit by a bus’, as having her fertility taken away before being able to have children ‘was difficult’.
She explained: “The menopause at any age can be difficult but at 28 I didn’t have anyone my age to talk to about it. None of my friends understood what I was going through, and as supportive as they were, it’s hard to comfort and relate to something you don’t understand.”
Swallow also spoke about the ’42 recognised symptoms of menopause’ and highlighted the importance of mental health, encouraging women to speak up and find out if they too are experiencing an early menopause.
Georgie Swallow is working in partnership with Boots and Macmillan Cancer Support to raise awareness of early menopause caused by cancer treatment. For more information click here.
Now, there is a female landscaper in Sydney, Australia, has set social media on fire after calling out what she sees as a major double standard in the workplace — why can men work shirtless in the heat, but women can’t?
”It’s a f—ing 40-degree day today..”
We all know how tough it can be to work outside when the sun is blazing and the heat is relentless. If you’ve ever had to power through a scorching day on the road or at a construction site, you know exactly what I’m talking about.
When I was growing up, it wasn’t unusual to see road workers or construction workers shirtless on hot days. It might not be as common today, but I still occasionally see men working with sunburned shoulders and nothing on top.
Shianne Fox, an Australian tradeswoman who goes by the name “The Bikini Tradie” on social media, took to TikTok to vent her frustration after being told she couldn’t remove her shirt while working outside on a scorching 104°F (40°C) day.
”It’s a f—ing 40-degree day today and I’m the one who has to wear my shirt, while all the boys on-site don’t have to wear theirs,” she ranted and continued:
“It’s a double standard, it’s sexist, and I’m actually really over it. I just want to be topless like the boys—but no, I will ‘distract them’.”
Fox, who often works in a bikini top due to the intense heat, said she was simply asking for equal treatment, just like her male ”tradies” (”tradie” is Australian slang for a tradesperson, referring to skilled workers in fields like carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work)
A battle over gender equality or a step too far?
Fox, who has worked in male-dominated trades for over four years and typically wears a bikini while she’s completing tasks, said she’s comfortable in her own skin and believes there’s nothing inappropriate about her request.
Foxx argued that working topless shouldn’t be considered “distracting” since it’s a “natural thing.” However, critics pointed out that societal norms and workplace standards exist for a reason, and professionalism should take precedence over personal comfort.
“It was such a hot day. Obviously, when you work in the industry, lots of the boys have their tops off. I thought it was only fair if I could get mine off, too. I have no shame in getting my b–bs out.”
“I don’t think it should be ‘distracting’ because at the end of the day they’re just a natural thing. At the end of the day, we all have breasts. It’s just a natural thing. If you’re going to be childish and feel like they’re going to be distracting, then you should just grow up,” she told News.au.com.
Fox, who also shares content on an adult website, says she knows her stance is controversial but believes speaking out might encourage more women to join the trades.
“I thought if I put myself out there, maybe other women will want to join the industry,” she said.
Backlash from other women
Not all female tradies are standing with her. Many women in the industry feel that her social media presence — including videos of her working in a bikini top — is hurting their credibility.
One female tradeswoman commented:
“She does not speak for us female tradies.”
Another added:
“She makes real female tradies look bad.”
Fox’s video received thousands of comments, with many men agreeing with her stance.
“Yep, totally agree—spread the t-ts and f—k the boys,” one man wrote.
“I don’t think anyone would complain, miss,” another added.
But others weren’t convinced:
“Surely there’s an aircon in the kitchen,” one critic quipped.
The bigger picture
While Fox’s debate rages on, the reality is that women remain vastly underrepresented in blue-collar jobs.
A 2023 Deloitte survey revealed a staggering 12:1 ratio of men to women in trade work. With such a huge gender gap, Fox’s viral moment raises an important question: Should women be fighting for topless equality, or is the real battle about breaking into male-dominated industries in the first place?
Despite the gender imbalance in her field, Ms. Foxx said she enjoys working in male-dominated industries.
“A lot of people say you get catcalled, but it’s nothing like that at all,” she explained.
“From my experience, if you just go in there with your head held high and if you don’t let men have it over you.
“Stand your ground. They won’t do anything.”
What do you think? Should female workers have the same topless rights as men— or is this a step too far? Sound off in the comments!
Heather Unbehaun, accused of abducting her daughter from an Illinois suburb six years ago, has turned herself in, ending a high-profile case. Unbehaun is now in custody at the Kane County Adult Justice Center in Illinois, facing abduction charges without bail.
Days before her surrender, Kayla Unbehaun was found safe in North Carolina and reunited with her custodial father. Heather Unbehaun was arrested in North Carolina on a fugitive warrant from Illinois for kidnapping and child abduction. Initially held on a $250,000 bond, she was released after posting bail on Tuesday, according to Asheville Police Department spokesperson Samantha Booth.
Kayla was abducted on July 4, 2017, after a parade in South Elgin, Illinois. Heather told Kayla’s father, Ryan Iserka, they were going camping but never returned. A felony warrant was issued for Heather’s arrest.
The breakthrough came when someone in Asheville recognized Kayla from Netflix’s “Unsolved Mysteries” and alerted authorities.
Ryan Iserka thanked law enforcement and supporters for reuniting him with Kayla. Heather Unbehaun’s next court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday morning at the Kane County Judicial Center.
ote: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in November 2024.
Elon Musk’s unconventional approach to life has always caught the public’s attention, but a recent photo has sparked a new wave of debate over his eating habits. Known for shattering norms, the billionaire tech mogul’s odd eating technique has sent the internet into a frenzy, and some are questioning his approach to something as simple as French fries.
Elon Musk buttoning his coat, Photo Credit: Elon Musk/X
Musk, who is currently the richest man in the world with a net worth of $315.7 billion according to Forbes, has always had a knack for defying expectations. The 53-year-old entrepreneur, who also happens to hail from a wealthy family with his father owning a gem mine in South Africa, has used his eccentricities to fuel his rise. In fact, nine out of the top 10 wealthiest people on Earth come from the U.S., with Oracle founder Larry Ellison sitting at second with $233.2 billion. But Musk’s wealth is not just about his fortune; it’s also about his ability to break the mold.
Elon Musk with US Pres. Donald Trump and Argentine Pres. Javier Milei, Photo Credit: Elon Musk/X
In a more recent turn of events, President-Elect Donald Trump tapped Musk to lead a new initiative called the Department of Government Efficiency, alongside entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. The department aims to “dismantle Government Bureaucracy” and “slash excess regulations.” Trump’s announcement of Musk’s new role included a tongue-in-cheek reference to the popular “DOGE” meme and cryptocurrency, with the department’s acronym bearing resemblance to “DOGE.”
However, it’s not Musk’s new government role that’s getting all the attention this time—it’s a seemingly mundane moment captured during a meal that has become the subject of online mockery. A photo surfaced showing Musk, Trump, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Trump Jr. dining together on a private plane. What caught everyone’s eye wasn’t the political figures in the photo, but Musk’s unconventional method of consuming McDonald’s fries.
Elon Musk with US Pres. Donald Trump, Vivek Ramaswamy, Donald Trump Jr and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. eating Mcdonald’s, Photo Credit: Margo Martin/X
Instead of dipping each fry individually in ketchup, Musk poured the condiment directly onto the pile of fries in his carton. While some may see this as a quirky choice, others on social media were quick to slam Musk for what they considered an odd and chaotic way of eating.
“Elon putting ketchup straight into the box—psycho behavior,” one commenter tweeted. Another person said, “Elon, that’s not how you put ketchup on French fries, wtf is wrong with you?” And yet another chimed in with, “This photo has revealed that Elon Musk is one of those psychopaths who puts ketchup on the fries instead of dipping them.”
Tray full of Mcdonald’s food, Photo Credit: Margo Martin/X
While some may consider Musk’s approach to be an act of efficiency, given his new role heading the department, others remain baffled by his preference for ketchup-covered fries. Whether it’s a genuine preference or just another example of Musk’s eccentric behavior, his unconventional ways continue to spark conversation—and not just about his business ventures.
Ms. Meiling (1897–2003) witnessed modern Chinese history and defied breast cancer for over six decades, living to 106. She attributed her longevity to mindful eating, hydration, and holistic health.
Her diet emphasized anti-cancer foods, especially celery, rich in flavonoids and polyacetylenes, which supported immunity and reduced tumor risks. Celery also aided blood circulation, detoxification, and digestive health.
She prioritized hydration, drinking filtered water for detox, antioxidant-rich green tea for longevity, and lemon juice for immunity and skin health. Even at 104, she remained youthful and vibrant.
Ms. Meiling’s disciplined lifestyle proved the transformative power of nutrition and wellness, inspiring many to embrace longevity through mindful habits.
“We are grateful to the customers who have given us the privilege of serving them at our Brook Road Neighborhood Market location,” Walmart spokesperson Felicia McCranie said in an emailed statement to Insider.
“We look forward to serving them at our other stores in the surrounding communities including our Brook Road Supercenter just two miles away and on walmart.com.” McCranie added.
