Maybe it’s a right of passage into adulthood or maybe some landlords discriminate against pets because they can’t tell people kids are forbidden in their residence. Either way, just about everyone has lived in a rental home that didn’t allow pets. Most people just abide by the rules and vow to get a pet when they find a new home.
Some people, on the other hand, get creative. I once came across a post on social media where someone claimed their pit bull puppy was actually a Silver Labrador. But one woman on TikTok was harboring a secret cat in her rental that had a no pets policy, and either her cat was unaware or he was aware and was simply being a jerk.
My money is on the latter since cats are known to be jerks for no reason. I mean, have you ever left something on the counter for a few minutes? They make it their mission to knock it on the floor. So I fully believe this fluffy little meow box wanted to make his presence known in an effort to rat out his owner.
Maybe the cat forgot that he doesn’t actually pay any bills, so whatever qualms he has with his owner should probably stay between them. Dear Mr. Kitty, if your owner gets kicked out, so do you. The situation is hilarious and slightly terrifying for anyone who has tried to hide an unauthorized pet. It all started with an unexpected knock on the door by the landlord. Instead of letting the landlord in, the woman ran to the door to stand outside and speak to him. You know, trying to avoid the discovery of her feline companion.
The tabby cat decided he wanted to be a part of the conversation that was taking place on the other side of the door so he began to meow, loudly, to guarantee his concerns were addressed. But he’s a cat, so communication was difficult. It was right after the landlord asked the tenant, “Do y’all have a cat ?” that the tabby decided that was his cue.
Sometimes the smallest gesture can change someone’s day for the better, especially when that act of kindness lets them know their work is appreciated. Over the last few years, delivery drivers have done a fantastic job keeping people healthy during the pandemic, so Toni Hillison Barnett told News 11 that she and her husband started a tradition of leaving snacks for their drivers on the front porch.
The Barnetts, who live in Louisville, Kentucky, can see the drivers’ reactions by recording them on their doorbell cameras. “I live for reactions like this to our snack cart! Thx to all of the delivery drivers out there! We appreciate you!” Toni wrote on an Instagram post.
Recently, one of the Barnetts’ delivery guys, a joyous fellow that we believe is known as Dee, went viral on TikTok because of his positive reaction to receiving some snacks during his deliveries. The snacks are tasty, no doubt. But it’s also wonderful to feel appreciated. After Toni posted the video it received over 100,000 views.
“Oh my God, you guys are the best, I gotta take a snapshot of this,” Dee can be heard saying in the video. “Oh, Capri Suns are my favorite, Yes!”
Snacks for our delivery drivers. This reaction might be one of the best! #snackcart #fyp #ups #nestcam #christmas #delivery #foryou
“Seeing a grown man get so excited about Capri Sun is extra wholesome,” abigailbaet wrote on the TikTok post. While a delivery driver explained the reason why he probably appreciated the gift so much. “I’m a delivery driver and so far had one house to do this…it was the best. half the time we don’t have time for a break and work 10+ hours,” Michelle Mumpower wrote.
Dee returned for another delivery and found more snacks waiting for him again. The follow-up video received more than 400,000 views.
“Thank you! Oh yes, no way, we’re back again with the Capri Sun,” he continued. “I think this is where I went viral, isn’t it? You guys are awesome. Thank you. Doritos … Thank you, have a great day. Thank you for making me go viral.”
Replying to @itskatiepatton Dee is back again and we had the @caprisun waiting! TY tiktok for making this awesome @ups driver go viral!! The world needs more of his energy & attitude! 🤍 #snackcart #ups #caprisun #wholesome #fyp #foryoupage #christmas
The driver may have found out that the video was popular after a friend told him she saw it on the platform. “That’s my friend Dee!!!! He’s the best,” Katie wrote. “Oh I’m so glad you commented! I was hoping someone would claim him! What an awesome vibe he has!! Tell him I’ll keep the @Caprisun stocked!” Toni responded.
Toni Hillison Barnett on Instagram: “Day date and drinks @st_james_art_show ❤️❤️❤️”
According to NBC News 11, the family has been giving out snacks to delivery drivers for the past three years as a thank-you for all of the hard work they’ve done since the beginning of the pandemic.
It’s touching to see a kind gesture of appreciation be accepted with such glee. It’s also wonderful that the videos have been seen by so many people, because they’re a wonderful reminder for all of us to show our appreciation to the people that are the backbone of our communities. As the Barnetts have shown us, sometimes a small gesture can make a big difference. Oh yeah, and be sure to stock some Capri Suns while you’re at it, just in case Dee is working in your neighborhood.
While unwrapping a holiday gift is always nice, the avid traveler in your life will likely appreciate something less tangible. Whether they’re a thrill-seeker who wants to go skydiving for the first time or an outdoors-person who wants to try a rock climbing tour, gifting them an activity or adventure will surpass any of the stuff on their holiday list.
Experience-based gifts will give them something to remember, and if there’s anything we all know about frequent travelers, it’s that they want to live life to the fullest. And that’s a yearning that a new watch or high-tech device simply can’t fulfill in exactly the same way. Bonus points if it’s something that you can experience together — whether they’re your friend, your significant other, or your parents.
Read on for the best experiential gifts the adventurer in your life is sure to love.
Your traveling loved one can take their adventures to the road thanks to Cabana’s luxury camper van rentals. These things are literally like a mini hotel room on wheels — complete with a bed, a full kitchen (including a stovetop and cooking utensils), a shower, convertible seating and tables, and even WiFi and a TV. If that’s not glamping, then we don’t know what is.
What’s more, Cabana offers personalized itineraries and campsite recommendations, so you can leave the planning to their travel experts and just enjoy the ride. Vans are available in Los Angeles, Seattle, Austin, and San Francisco.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Cabana Vans is great for low-maintenance travelers who don’t mind small spaces (they’ll be living out of a van for a few days, after all). It’s also perfect for those who love weekend getaways and staycations, especially if they don’t have a lot of time on their hands for a full vacation abroad.
Learn more and book your Cabana Van starting at $129 per night HERE.
Airbnb Gift Card
Airbnb
The Gift:
One of the most important, and often most expensive, parts of travel is finding a place to stay. Help take the stress out of booking accommodations by gifting your favorite vagabond a gift card to Airbnb. Not only will this make their next trip more affordable, but picking out a vacation rental versus a generic hotel will just add to the fun of planning.
Who It’s Perfect For:
This is something that adventurers, budget travelers, and luxury vacationers alike can use and appreciate, as many unique Airbnb properties are an experience all on their own. There’s really no going wrong with this option.
A trip with Pack Up + Go is the ultimate holiday gift for travelers. The up-and-coming travel brand will plan a United States-based trip for you, but the catch is that the destination and itinerary won’t be revealed until it’s time to leave.
All you have to do is fill out a pre-trip survey to share your preferred method of travel (road, plane, train trip, or staycation), the number of travelers, and your budget. The rest is taken care of for you, including the travel and accommodations, all while keeping the destination a surprise.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Spontaneous travelers and those who aren’t afraid to take risks will get a kick out of this gift, as it gives them an opportunity to fuel their free-spirited shenanigans.
Learn more and book a Pack Up + Go trip starting at $400 HERE.
Moonlight Hike With REI Events
REI
The Gift:
For experienced and leisurely hikers alike, give them a special night under the stars with a moonlight hike courtesy of REI. Available in several locations across the US, the three-hour hiking tour will guide you through the landscape and teach you about the surrounding ecosystem. Plus, REI will provide the headlamps and trekking poles. This is an especially thoughtful gift for those who live in big cities where the stars are rarely (more like never) seen with the naked eye.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Outdoorsy guys and gals will love the idea of getting out into the wilderness after dark. Even if they venture into landscapes and climb mountains regularly, doing it at a night under the stars, with a guide and fellow adventurers, will give them a different experience.
Book a moonlight hike with REI starting at $55 HERE.
Getaway offers a chance to unplug and get off the grid, even if it’s just a short two-hour drive away. The outdoorsy accommodation brand offers cozy cabins, known as a “Getaway House,” to provide a restorative experience in nature — that means no work or WiFi. They have 26 different Getaway House locations across the US, most of which are located just outside of major cities like LA, Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, and more. Plus, Getaway now has two campsite locations with pre-set-up tents and amenities outside NYC and Nashville.
Who It’s Perfect For:
This is another great option for weekend-only travelers, and anyone who needs a break from the busyness of everyday life will appreciate this gesture. This is an especially thoughtful gift for a significant other, as the tiny cabins will give you a chance to cozy up with no interruptions.
Book a Getaway House starting at around $250 per night HERE.
The Adventure Challenge Solo Edition
The Adventure Challenge
The Gift:
For the one who’s not afraid to fly solo, give them this guidebook that’s designed to bring more adventure into everyday life. It features 50 scratch-off challenges that range mostly from $0 to $50, along with spaces to write notes and paste a photo from the experience. It’s the perfect gift for someone who likes to keep things interesting, whether they’re on the road or at home. There are also Adventure Challenge versions for couples, families, friends, and even “…In Bed.”
Who It’s Perfect For:
Of course, this gift option is ideal for the solo traveler. It’s a simple yet fun way to fuel their wanderlust even when they’re at home in between trips.
For true adrenaline junkies, a hot air balloon ride is a gift that’s sure to win them over. Virgin Experience Gifts offers rides with experienced pilots all across the US. Whether you opt for a romantic private ride for two or go with a group tour, you can soar through the sky at sunrise and experience the world from a new (and exhilarating) perspective.
Hot air balloon not the right fit? Virgin Experience Gifts offers a plethora of other experiences that any adventurer will love — from sailing to helicopter rides to ziplining and everything in between.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Whom this is not for is anyone with a fear of heights. Floating through the air in a tiny basket with no seat belt isn’t exactly going to grant their Christmas wishes. Keep this gift reserved for the more adventurous romantics in your life.
Book a hot air balloon ride starting at $250 HERE.
Help your favorite traveler get prepared for their next big international trip with language classes by Rosetta Stone. The online and app-based language learning platform teaches 25 different languages through a tested and engaging curriculum. Travelers will be able to pick up the need-to-know words and phrases of their destination, making for a smoother and more fulfilling overall experience. Choose from a three-month, 12-month, or lifetime subscription.
Who It’s Perfect For:
If you know someone planning an extended months-long trip to somewhere like Europe or Asia, this language learning subscription is for them. It’s perfect for anyone planning to stay or live in a destination for more than a couple of weeks, as it will help immerse them in the location and get to know the local citizens.
Buy a Rosetta Stone language class starting at $7.99 per month HERE.
America the Beautiful – National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass
USGS
The Gift:
Nowadays, most national parks in the US require pre-booked reservations or passes. With this National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands annual pass, your outdoorsy loved one won’t even have to worry about making those reservations ahead of time. For only $80, you can gift them access to more than 2,000 recreation areas managed by six Federal agencies. Plus, up to 100% of the proceeds will be used to improve visitor recreation services.
Who It’s Perfect For:
There’s no better gift than this for an avid US-based road tripper. Whether they’re a proud Van-Life member or they spend their weekends exploring nature, this annual pass will give them even more of a reason to get outside.
Buy a National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass for $80 HERE.
TSA Pre-Check
TSA
The Gift:
If for some reason the traveler in your life doesn’t have TSA Pre-check yet, the holidays are the perfect time to help them get it. Offer to pay for their application fee so they can skip the security lines and make it to their gate with plenty of time to spare. This is a practical (and surprisingly affordable) gift that they’ll be able to use for the next five years.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Of course, this is ideal for anyone who flies often. Think business travelers, digital nomads, or even someone in a long-distance relationship who flies back and forth between coasts.
EDITOR’S PICK: A Few Days At A Crazy-Nice Rental Property
FOXDEN
The Gift:
Admittedly, AirBnB found a home on this list and it can still be a fit at the right price point but… Let’s be honest: Some of the shine has worn off. Basically, its woes can be summed up with this tweet:
Air bnb: we are going to charge you a mandatory $200 for cleaning services. Also air bnb: WHAT YOU DIDNT CLEAN UP??WE ARE CHARGING YOU AND EXTRA $500 AND GIVING YOU A 1 STAR REVIEW.
It’s kind of fun to post these. I could do more. Lots in fact, because the topic of Airbnb fees is trending on the heels of this announcement. Okay, fine, one more:
While the app is still solid for those looking to visit cities or the countryside in groups, its luster is gone for people who want to make a vacation feel like… vacation (also, I’m not the neatest guy on earth but I am not AT ALL in love with some annoyed guest racing against the clock to wash my forks).
Rental properties are a travel wave that won’t die, though. The market will simply shift. Instead of Airbnb, in 2023 the best rentals will more closely resemble hotels. “A big giant house with a pool but no other guests” is a much better pitch for a group of travelers making low six figures than “someone’s apartment that you will have to clean.”
The new era of home rentals is upon us, friends, and they’re super luxurious without all the hidden fees. Properties like The Establishment in Palm Springs or The Desert Dog House in Joshua Tree. We’re talking about the sorts of places that can arrange a private chef to come cook for your crew; not the sorts of places where you get three texts the morning of checkout to see if you started the laundry. Because after all, that’s what the rental revolution was supposed to be — an experience that could rival hotels by adding in a sexy X-factor: privacy.
The best of these rentals are sure to be incredibly well-appointed (flash enough to appear in Bazaar) without being exorbitantly expensive — typically $300-600 per night and easily able to accommodate up to 10. Trust us, any giftee on your list would be thrilled to visit one of these fly rentals with you.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Stylish travelers who might hire someone like FOU (friend of Uproxx) Hailley Howard to come take pics of them in these uber cool-looking digs. Or just anyone who doesn’t want to face the pitfalls of an Airbnb.
— Steve Bramucci, Editorial Director, Uproxx LIFE
Book an upmarket home like Desert Dog House for a few days HERE.
One of the last major cultural events before the pandemic shut down much of the world came during that year’s Academy Awards. Parasite, the latest from acclaimed South Korean filmmaker Bong Joon-ho, became the first foreign-language film to win Best Picture. You’ll have to wait a bit longer for his follow-up, which now has a first-look teaser and a semi-far-flung release date.
From the Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon Ho and starring Robert Pattinson – MICKEY 17. Only in theaters 03.29.2024. #Mickey17pic.twitter.com/bhPnD9IIFS
The film is called Mickey 17 and it’s based on Edward Ashton’s new sci-fi novel Mickey7. How faithful will Director Bong’s adaptation be, especially considering it adds 10 numbers to the title? Who knows, but the book, as per Variety, concerns an “expendable,” described as “a disposable employee on a human expedition sent to colonize the ice world Nifheim.” Our hero then refuses to let his replacement clone replace him.
The cryptic teaser features its main star, Robert Pattinson, lying naked in some kind of MRI-looking contraption as the camera dollies and spins towards him. The erstwhile Edward Cullen will be joined by Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.
Mickey 17 won’t be Bong’s first English-language film (presuming it is in English). His two films before Parasite were Snowpiercer and Okja, both of which had international casts, among them Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton, and Octavia Spencer (Snowpiercer) and Jake Gyllenhaal, Paul Dano, and Giancarlo Esposito (Okja).
Bong’s Mickey 17 is due for theaters on March 29, 2024.
Everyone wants a big of the Big D-O-Double G, and now thanks to a super-fan, the perfect opportunity has presented itself. While musician turned, mogul Snoop Dogg focused on expanding his empire, which includes a pet accessory line, children’s programming, and a biopic, the “Gin & Juice” rapper, is letting a few things go.
According to TMZ, one of the items he let go of was his famed 1966 Cadillac DeVille lowrider. Notably featured in 50 Cent’s 2004 “P.I.M.P. Remix” video, the car nicknamed ‘Snoop’s DeVille,’ is now owned by super-fan Christina Bonilla.
Although the car features a tricked-out audio system fit for any music lover, Bonilla reveals Snoop blew the engine, which resulted in him securing the vehicle as Snoop felt, “It was just taking up space in his car lot.”
Bonilla ensures that the one-time General Motors award-winning car’s interior and exterior are pristine. In addition, Bonilla reveals he has replaced the car’s engine and upgraded the audio system.
Christian Bonilla has not sought a set asking price for the vehicle. However, given the car is now a piece in hip-hop history, we’re sure purchasing the car will run you a pretty penny. For those wishing to enter a bid on the car, contact Bonilla on Instagram.
Chris Christie has a history of making travel difficult for people; the former New Jersey governor’s legacy may wind up being “Bridgegate,” from 2013. Apparently that quality runs in the family: As per Times-Picayne out of New Orleans, a woman claiming to be Christie’s niece was forced off a plane and injured six (six!) deputies in the process.
On Thanksgiving Day, one Shannon Epstein had boarded a Jersey-bound Spirits Airlines flight at Louis Armstrong International Airport when she made big stink about a family near her who she thought was Latino. She accused them of being drug mules, asking if they were “smuggling cocaine.” As she became increasingly irate, flight staff requested Epstein be removed from the flight, which had already begun to taxi to the runway.
After the plane returned to the gate, Epstein refused to depart. When deputies began to arrest her, she became, in the words of a Sheriff’s Office spokesperson, “extremely combative.” She put up a fight, biting one deputy in the arm and breaking the skin. Another she kicked in the groin. All together she injured six officers, while shouting that her uncle was Christie, a good friend of Donald John Trump.
Eventually Epstein was handcuffed to a wheelchair and moved to the airport security office, all while still shouting obscenities and still trying to bite officers. She was booked with six counts of battery on a police officer, three of disturbing the peace, one of resisting arrest by force, and one of remaining after forbidden to be there. She was back on the streets later that day but only after paying $10,750 in bail.
It’s yet another wild tale from an unusually chaotic Thanksgiving, which also saw a man fall off a cruise ship and tread water for 20 hours before being saved. Then there was a certain former president — and pal of Epstein’s alleged uncle — dining with some anti-Semites.
After a year’s worth of delays, increasingly aggressive bickering, and a suspected misinformation campaign to influence the outcome, Tory Lanez’s trial for allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion has officially begun. As a result, Lanez is no longer confined to house arrest, according to Rolling Stone reporter Nancy Dillon, who has been observing the preliminaries at the Los Angeles Superior Courthouse and will presumably be providing more updates as the trial continues this week.
Judge David Herriford explained that the reason he released Tory from house arrest — a decision that was protested by the prosecution — was so the Canadian rapper/singer would be able to prepare for the trial alongside his counsel. “I’m doing this mainly for the trial preparation aspect,” Herriford is quoted.
Tory Lanez released from house arrest as his trial for allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion begins with jury selection in L.A.
“I’m doing this mainly for the trial preparation aspect,” Judge David Herriford said, overruling a prosecution objection
Tory Lanez is charged with one felony count of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle. The charges stem from a 2020 incident in which Tory allegedly shot at Megan Thee Stallion during an argument after a party as she walked away from his car. Bullet fragments were found in the Houston rapper’s feet, and she has maintained ever since that Tory was the one who fired the shots. Meanwhile, Tory argued that he was “framed,” while the only witnesses, Tory’s driver and one of Meg’s friends, have refused to speak out either way.
This past weekend’s Audacy Beach Festival in Fort Lauderdale, Florida was chock full of alternative rock bands from different eras. Muse and Jack White closed down Saturday night’s slate, while The 1975 and Machine Gun Kelly brought the weekend home on Sunday night. But The 1975’s Matty Healy didn’t want to wait until his band’s evening time slot to hit the stage and ended up hopping on to help Dashboard Confessional close their afternoon set with a song that was released 20 years ago.
“Emo multiverse is glitching,” Healy captioned in an Instagram video of him shredding away on the guitar as Dashboard Confessional ended their set with “Hands Down.” Chris Carraba belts away as a sweaty Healy can be seen mouthing the lyrics to the tune in the background.
“Hands Down” was part of Dashboard Confessional’s third studio album, A Mark, a Mission, a Brand, a Scar, which came out in 2003. So the emo nostalgia was indeed in full effect. Speaking of which, Dashboard Confessional played the emo-palooza that was When We Were Young Fest this past October in Las Vegas. The 1975 has been plenty busy this year themselves, releasing their latest album, Being Funny In A Foreign Language, one of Uproxx’s Best Albums of 2022.
While Netflix hasn’t officially renewed Tim Burton’s new series Wednesday, the show has become a massive hit that is pulling in some Stranger Things-level attention, so it would be silly for them to greenlight a second season. But who really knows how they decided these things, anyway.
Wednesday’s success is largely attributed to Jenna Ortega’s delightful portrayal of Wednesday Addams and her bizarre but lovable dance sequences. Even though Ortega showed off the “softer” sides to Wednesday (relatively), she wants to explore “darker” themes for the show’s second season. “I kinda want her to be darker. I want her to get more in the nitty-gritty of things and not play things so safe,” Ortega recently told ET. Dumping man-eating fish in a pool might not seem super safe, but again, it’s all relative!
The actress added that while her character does do some morally right things, she wants to explore the meaning and motive behind her choices. “There’s a lot of lines in this [season] about her saving the school and whatever, but for me, her main drive with the monster was a kind of competitiveness,” Ortega added, explaining that there are a lot of complex layers to the character that we won’t know about yet that can be explored in a second season. “I want to continue down an anti-hero stream instead of that typical hero.”
Seeing as Ortega has starred in more than one over-the-top slasher this year, she can definitely nail an anti-hero story arc if it comes down to it!
The wait is nearly over for fans of A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie. After postponing his fourth studio album, the Bronx rapper took to social media to confirm Me Vs. Myself will drop this Friday. With a total of 19 songs, the album marks Boogie’s first full-length release in two years.
New York’s music scene has undergone major changes since Boogie first made his mark. However, based on the reception singles “B.R.O. (Better Ride Out)” featuring Roddy Ricch and “Playa” featuring H.E.R. have received, Boogie’s signature melodic sound is still a hit amongst hip hop fans. Boogie’s signature sound isn’t the only thing he’s remained true to. The album’s cover image follows in the same thread of animated artwork splashed across his entire discography.
Other popular acts making an appearance on the album include Lil Durk and Tory Lanez.
1. “Food For Thought”
2. “B.R.O. (Better Ride Out)” Feat. Roddy Ricch
3. “Take Shots” Feat. Tory Lanez
4. “Water”
5. “Money Conversations”
6. “Turn Off The Radio”
7. “Last Time”
8. “I Need It”
9. “Ballin”
10. “Emotions”
11. “Bounce Back”
12. “Come Here”
13. “Damn Homie”
14. “Friends With Benefits”
15. “Chanelly”
16. “February”
17. “Regular”
18. “Soul Snatcher”
19. “24 Hours” Feat. Lil Durk
20. “Man In The Mirror”
21. “Back It Up”
22. “Playa” Feat. H.E.R.
Me Vs. Myself is out 12/9 via Atlantic Records. Pre-save it here.
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
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