The Small Minority That Makes Japan’s Social Media a Mess
Living in Japan is incredible, but engaging with Japanese social media reveals a darker side. A vocal minority’s xenophobia and stubbornness often overshadow the kindness most Japanese people show in everyday life.
The Cashflow Catalyst: 9 Steps to Financial Freedom While Building Income Streams
Achieving financial freedom is about more than just eliminating debt—it’s about building lasting cash flow. Follow these 9 actionable steps to accelerate your journey, combining debt payoff with income stream creation and investment growth. From budgeting and side hustles to dividends and real estate, learn how to secure financial independence and live the life you deserve.
VA Disability Ratings: A Guide for Fellow Veterans
Explore our guide on VA Disability Ratings to better understand how they work and why applying for your benefits is essential. Learn about the 2023 compensation rates, find encouragement to take action, and discover how organizations like Disabled American Veterans and the Wounded Warrior Project can support you.
OSBot Is the Titanic of RuneScape Botting Clients (and Maldesto Is the Iceberg)
OSBot: Where botting dreams go to die. Here’s why the platform is a scam-filled disaster and what you should use instead.
Investing Platforms: Fundrise
Curious about real estate investing without the stress of property management? Fundrise offers a low-barrier way to tap into diverse real estate projects with as little as $10. By pooling money from many investors, the platform spreads your funds across multiple properties, potentially delivering steady growth—my own returns average around 9%. Just be mindful of real estate’s inherent risks and the platform’s limited liquidity if you might need quick access to your cash.
Introducing PixelMint: A New Addition to My Web App Hobby
Introducing PixelMint, a free, web-based bulk image resizer I've been working on in my spare time. With PixelMint, you can easily resize multiple images in various formats like PNG, JPEG, and GIF—all directly in your browser, with no downloads needed. Try it out and streamline your image resizing workflow!
The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) Movement
If you’re aiming to retire well before 65 and live off passive income, you’ll want to explore the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement. By setting clear monthly income targets—like $3,000—and building a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, REITs, and peer-to-peer lending, you can create a reliable cash flow for life. The 4% rule offers a starting guideline on how much to invest, but higher-yield stocks and real estate platforms can help you get there faster. Ultimately, FIRE empowers you to take control of your future, whether that means more travel, turning passion projects into income, or simply enjoying greater financial peace of mind.
A Vegan and a Carnivore Walk Into a Bar…
What happens when the most vocal vegan and a dedicated carnivore end up in the same bar? Cue dramatic eye-rolls, moral grandstanding, and oversimplified “facts” hurled in both directions. Vegans blast dairy while ignoring the carbon footprint of year-round avocados, and carnivores brag about eating nothing but steak despite sky-high cholesterol levels. In the end, life’s too short to police someone else’s plate—so why not let them squabble while you enjoy your guilt-free fries on the sidelines?
Confessions of a RuneScape Botter: Why I Quit & How Much I Made
A RuneScape botter’s confession: how I turned a gaming hobby into nearly $1 million. From the early days of RuneScape Classic to building a massive bot farm during COVID, here’s why I quit and how much I made along the way.
Why We Need to Stop Playing the “God of the Gaps” Game
Religion vs. science debates often fall into the same trap: "Scientists can’t explain ____, therefore God." But that’s not how it works. In this sarcastic and personal take, I break down why inserting God into every gap in scientific knowledge just doesn't cut it.
Yes, Use AI for Writing—But Here’s the Proper Way
Using AI to write isn’t cheating—it’s smart. But if you expect a chatbot to do everything while you lounge around, think again. AI models recycle data, so you’ll have to guide them carefully, adding your style, rewriting awkward lines, and ensuring the final product actually feels human. Think of AI as your brainstorming partner, not a turnkey solution.
What Car Does a Self-Made Millionaire Drive (And Why You Should, Too)
Growing up poor, I made a series of bad financial decisions before figuring out the key to becoming a millionaire. From splurging on flashy cars like a BMW 328i to finally embracing frugality and investing smartly, my financial journey took a major turn when I ditched luxury for practicality. Now, as a self-made millionaire, I drive a $10k used Honda Fit with $147 monthly payments—a decision that saved me thousands. Here's why choosing a modest car could be the smartest financial move you'll ever make.
This Manga Takes Forbidden Love to the Next Level: Domestic Girlfriend
If you’re in the mood for a manga that’s packed with drama, romance, and plot twists that’ll have you questioning everything, Domestic Girlfriend is a must-read. Follow Natsuo as he navigates love, family, and one seriously awkward living situation. This is the kind of rollercoaster you won’t want to get off.
How to Grow Your YouTube Channel by Tapping Into a Niche Audience
If you're struggling to grow your YouTube channel, focusing on a niche audience might be your best bet. In this article, I share how uploading short videos from Instagram, specifically targeting a large and overlooked audience, helped my channels generate over $3,500 a month. With minimal effort and consistent uploads, tapping into the right niche can drastically increase your subscriber count and income.
Surviving Japan’s Driving License Tango (and Trying Not to Go Broke)
Is the romantic magic gone from modern Final Fantasy? From Cloud’s tangled affections for Aerith and Tifa to Tidus and Yuna’s heartbreaking farewell, older titles were rich with layered love stories. Recent games, however, often fall short—rushing or glossing over emotional depth. By reviving those sweeping, character-driven romances, Square-Enix could rekindle the epic feeling that once defined the series.
10 Games That Were So Ahead of Their Time It Hurts
These 10 groundbreaking games were way ahead of their time, changing how we play and think about video games. From Pokémon revolutionizing handheld gaming to Xenogears tackling deep philosophical themes, these titles introduced innovative mechanics, storytelling, and tech that shaped entire genres. Take a trip down memory lane with these classics that still hold up today.
Why Gen Z Is Moving to the Right and How We Pushed Them
Gen Z is moving to the right, and it’s not just economic frustrations driving the shift. Millennials, we played a part by fostering a cancel culture and shaming people for their views. Add in the media’s manipulation and identity politics fatigue, and it's no wonder younger generations are rejecting the left.
