The Spartan army was composed of highly disciplined citizens who trained rigorously from early manhood. Between the 6th and 4th centuries BC, at the height of Sparta’s power, they were one of the most feared military forces in the Greek world. Here are 48 facts about Spartans you might not …

A New Hampshire woman who won the state lottery has filed a suit against the state to stay anonymous. The $560 million lotto jackpot winner who filed the suit under the pseudonym ‘Jane Doe’ says she doesn’t want her identity to be broadcast around the world after just winning half …

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have sparked intentional attention with their recent engagement. Both have officially set a date of May 19th, 2018 to officially tie the knot. However, Prince Harry has unexpectedly stopped doing this one thing, in particular, that has us all guessing as to why. What is …

Keaton Jones, the kid whose anti-bullying video touched the hearts of millions of people, appeared on the British talk show ‘This Morning’ with his mother to discuss the aftermath of the viral video and Keaton’s return to school. According to his mother, Kimberly Jones, the Keaton Jones controversy has reached …

It’s not surprising that pictures often present reality in a much more glamorized way than what’s really in front of the lens. Whether it’s a heavily filtered Instagram photo or an expertly lit meal picture, we constantly advertise our lives in a stylized way, and the same goes for the …

The bright morning sun stings your sleepy eyes as it bestows a rude awakening. You go downstairs: no food. “That’s fine,” you think “eating is overrated.” You go and try your Xbox, but alas your controller has no power. “Alright,” you think “I don’t have to play video games, they …

It’s true what they say, a dog is a man’s best friend. Almost every human being loves dogs and if they say they don’t like dogs, all they have to do is go out and get one. In no time they will be sleeping with their dog and giving it …

A self-appointed “psychic” who predicted Trump and Brexit has released a set of predictions for what will happen in 2018. And they’re depressing as hell. Craig Hamilton-Parker, author of “What To Do When You Are Dead: Better Living In The Afterlife,” made headlines for predicting the Trump win, Britain’s breakaway …

It’s hard to differentiate a baby’s sex just by their faces when they are first born. What with the tiny wisps of hair, chubby cheeks, and stubby fingers they all look eerily alike, to begin with. And apparently, this is the case not only for regular adults and young adults …

If you’ve never heard of reflexology, it’s pretty beneficial to get into it. Especially if you are a new parent! According to naturaltransition.com, Reflexology is based on the principle that reflex points found on the feet and hands correspond to specific organs, muscles, bones and body systems. The site continues …

The human heart is the most important organ in the body. It’s responsible for pumping blood through the body and supplying oxygen and nutrients. Without our hearts, we cannot live. For this reason, it is imperative that we take good care of it. But this can become difficult as we …

Death is an inevitable part of life but knowing that doesn’t make it any easier. Whether it be a pet or a loved one, death is something that most people fear. Whether it is the fear of the unknown or the fear of leaving the world behind, death is something …

Judy Tucker, a 72-year-old Georgia woman was arrested after harassing and assaulting a pregnant black soldier at a Macon restaurant. The entire encounter was captured on video and posted to YouTube by a witness named LaKeycia Ward. Tucker was accompanied by her adult son and daughter, who also joined in …

Disneyland is supposed to be a magical place for families to come and create happy memories, but one park regular found herself being shamed while queuing for a holiday photo. Queues are part of the experience when it comes to amusement parks, and considering Disneyland has a larger cumulative attendance …

If you have recently had a child or gone on a healthy diet that has helped you lose some excess weight, chances are you may have noticed that you have saggy, flabby skin on your body. There is nothing to be ashamed of, it happens to almost everyone. But one …

Over the course of our lives, we’ve all had silly misfortunes occur within the shower curtains. From soap in your eyes to abrupt slips, for many, the shower has been a place for accidents waiting to happen. In what should be a space for relaxation and warmth, it has often …

Antibiotics are specifically designed to help fight bacterial infections such as strep throat, the flu and sinus infections. But there is one natural medicine that many doctors refrain from telling their patients about: oregano oil. Oregano is a plant that is the member of the mint family. It has been …

Just when we think we’ve seen it all, our planet reveals newer species that continue to intrigue us. A recent study presented a mutant crayfish that The New York Times is calling “one of the most remarkable species known to science.” The marbled crayfish all share the same gender, female, …

Mental illness can be very tricky to write about and study because it’s a confusing and dividing subject. As a society, we do our best to try and help those with mental illnesses, however, it’s incredibly hard to understand their illness and why it acts the way it does. Art …

Cruise ships may have a reputation as a luxurious getaway, but it’s a different story for those below decks. Cruise ship employees live a life that would be completely unrecognizable to paying customers. While they’re on a ship, they need to keep up the facade for the customers. But a …

Hey there! You know that old saying…The eyes are the window to the soul, right? Well, they could be a lot more than that. Are they a window into your personality too? Keep your eyes on the prize because today at Bestie, we’re gonna find out. Our eyes are part …

In the past week, a startling revelation about Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was released by the New York Times. It has been reported that 8 women came forward with allegations of sexual assault and that they later settled out of court. Since this announcement, dozens of celebrities have taken to …

When you use the same stuff over and over again, you stop paying attention to detail. I mean, ever wonder why there’s a hole at the end of your pan’s handle? Or why there’s a whole at the end of your pen cap? We don’t really stop to think about …

Christine Corbitt, a Florida native and now mother of three, says this is officially the last of her offspring. On May 15, Corbitt delivered a 13 pound and 5-ounce baby girl, a record newborn weight for Dr. Eric Edelenbos of Orange Park Medical Center. Although her first two children were …

Anyone who currently works or has ever worked in the service industry knows that it is not an easy way to make a living. Not only are you on your feet for many hours, but you will also likely deal with some pretty unpleasant people. One waitress shares her story on …

A couple from the United Kingdom in Leicestershire has been charged and sentenced to 22 years in prison after torturing and keeping a young woman as a sex slave for almost 18 months. Kevin Warren (27) and Donna Morris (35) treated the woman in her 20s like an animal. According …

A Florida family is crediting their teenage daughter’s Apple Watch with saving her life. 18-year-old Deanna Recktenwald of Lithia, Florida, was experiencing an elevated heart rate, to which her Apple Watch alerted her. Deanna’s family took her to an urgent care facility where she was sent to the emergency room, …

When you think of oats, you think of them as an ingredient in breakfast cereals and oatmeal, and maybe delicious oatmeal cookies. Over the past decade, oats have become an extremely popular health food. According to Healthline, oats are loaded with fiber (10.6g) and contain avenanthramide, which is only found …

On March 25th, adult film star Stormy Daniels (whose real name is Stephanie Clifford) was interviewed by 60 Minutes to discuss her alleged affair with President Trump in 2006. The information revealed during the Stormy Daniels interview suggested that the president had cheated on his wife, Melania Trump, after she …

In the modern day and age we live in, people worldwide constantly seek alternative diets and ways of life in hopes of preventing major diseases and staying in shape. People appear to be more conscious than ever before when it comes to their food intake, with many options available now …

A video was recently shared on social media of 9News reporter Maggie Raworth being harassed on the street by a man who interrupted her coverage and began insulting her. The Facebook video shows Raworth and the camera person attempting to shoot their coverage when the stranger approaches them and tells …

Finding someone you are compatible with takes some people years. In fact, some of us are even lucky enough to find it. It takes patience to find that special someone who is perfect for you. Well, actor Nico Tortorella from the hit show Younger has found his perfect match. Nico …

Have you ever had an injury that you were ashamed of? There are some great stories out there about people who have broken body parts in truly spectacular ways. However, some of these stupid injuries have left people permanently infirmed. It must be a strange feeling to get hurt being …

In a scathing expose done by Variety, Suzie Hardy who was Ryan Seacrest’s personal stylist for E! News, claims that Ryan Seacrest subjected her to ‘years of unwanted sexual aggression.’ In a November letter from Suzie’s attorney, it claims that Ryan Seacrest would rub his genitals on Suzie’s body while …