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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mom Is ‘Annoyed' with Another Parent for Bringing 2 Kids to Playdates When She Invited Only 1 to Bond with Her Child
A concerned Mumsnet user said she's fed up with a fellow parent bringing an uninvited sibling to a playdate 'It's starting to annoy me as another mom is bringing the older sibling and not letting me know beforehand,' she said Mumsnet users had mixed opinions about this scenarioPlanning a playdate is not child's play for some parents. A concerned mother of one vented on the community forum Mumsnet about how another parent keeps bringing both of her children to playdates, even though just the younger one is invited every time. 'My child is almost 4 and has made a new friend so we have arranged a few playdates,' she wrote. 'It's starting to annoy me as another mom is bringing the older sibling and not letting me know beforehand.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'The whole point of playdates to me is for the kids to bond one on one,' she added. 'Not to mention her child is very shy so the sibling dominates.' The mom also highlighted that none of the other parents do this. Wondering if she's overreacting, the mom asked the forum, 'Am I being unreasonable to say the sibling shouldn't always tag along?' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! In a poll under her July 7 post, 68% of the nearly 700 voters selected the 'You are being unreasonable' voting option. 'This sounds like a first child attitude and should you ever have a second you might facepalm in remembrance,' one Mumsnet user replied. ' If you want just the two of them together ask the mom to just drop and go.' Another validated the mom's concerns, writing, 'They shouldn't be turning up with them without warning though. She should ask.' Read the original article on People
Washington Post
3 days ago
- Washington Post
Carolyn Hax: Forgive sister's addiction and betrayals to be in nephew's life?
Dear Carolyn: I have an older sister, 'Amy,' who was prettier and more outgoing than I was, so I kind of lived in her shadow, but I adored her and she was always my best friend growing up. Her sophomore year of college, I found out from a friend at her school that she was doing drugs and her boyfriend was a dealer. She'd secretly dropped half her courses and was barely passing the rest. I offered to find her some help, but she just ridiculed me. As things worsened, I was worried about her, so I told our parents. She lied and said I'd made the whole thing up because I was so jealous of her. My parents believed her and even said I might need therapy for telling a lie that big, until she was arrested a few months later and the whole truth came out.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Woman Tells Sister Her Fiancé Was Hitting on Her During Engagement Party
An older sibling is asking the internet if she made the right decision in telling her sister about her fiancé's "weird" behavior She told her sister that her fiancé hit on her the night of their engagement party Many agreed she did the right thing, insisting her sister has a right to know who she's going to marryA woman is asking the internet if she made the right decision in telling her sister about her fiancé's odd behavior the night of their engagement party. In a Reddit post, the woman explains that her younger sister recently got engaged to a man who is 14 years her senior. "The age gap already made me uncomfortable but she kept saying he was mature and different," the woman explains. However, at the couple's engagement party, the man began acting strangely towards the poster. It started subtly, like him repeatedly offering to fill up her wine glass. "At first I thought he was just being polite, but then he started getting weird," she writes. "He stood too close, touched my back a few times, and eventually said something like 'if things were different, I'd be with someone like you.' " Stunned by his comment, the woman "laughed awkwardly," but he didn't stop. "He asked if I really supported their marriage and said I seemed more 'on his level.' I felt gross and left early," she explains. She then told her sister what happened that night, but she "completely flipped out" and insisted the poster "was jealous and trying to ruin her life." While the woman's mom believes her, her dad questioned whether she may have "misinterpreted" his behavior. "Now the wedding is on hold, and most of the family is upset with me for causing drama," the woman shares, noting that she is "starting to regret saying anything but I also feel like I had to." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. While the family is divided, people in the comments believe she did the right thing by telling her sister, even if it did hurt her feelings. "You're telling the truth out of love and care for her, not to ruin her life. He's the one who crossed the line, and he did it at his own engagement party with his future sister-in-law," one user wrote. "It's clear that age doesn't define maturity—he's a manipulator." "Your sister may be blinded by love right now, but sooner or later she'll realize the kind of person she's really with," they continued. "You did the right thing." The woman responded to this comment, writing, "Exactly how I felt. It wasn't about causing drama; it was about not letting her walk into something blind. She needed to know who she was really with." In response to another user, the poster noted that she gave her sister the information, but "what she does next is on her. I wasn't about to sit there and pretend everything was fine." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Man Secretly Changes Son's Name After Brother Uses It First, Claiming Sister-in-Law Wanted Names to Match
A couple kept their baby's name secret, until the man's sister-in-law mysteriously discovered it and used it for her own son first The sister-in-law claimed she wanted the cousins to have 'matching names,' since the brothers have similar names themselves To avoid confusion and drama, the original parents secretly changed their baby's name and waited months before revealing itA man is turning to the Reddit community for advice after family baby naming drama left him questioning his own actions. He and his wife welcomed their son four months ago, having chosen a name early in the pregnancy and keeping it 'to ourselves,' he writes. But things took a turn when his sister-in-law somehow discovered their secret. 'She never said how. She just told us she loved the name, congrats and she couldn't wait to meet him,' he writes in his post, describing his suspicion that his sister-in-law snooped for the name. The man even mentioned the situation to his brother, who admitted that his wife 'does like to browse through people's things like it was no biggie.' The real shock came when his nephew was born, and his brother and sister-in-law announced the baby's name — which was identical to the one he and his wife had chosen, 'First, middle and last name," he says. The brother called immediately after the announcement, asking him to 'keep quiet because his wife had a rough birth and she didn't need drama and he knew we might not like it but she really wanted the name.' The sister-in-law's reasoning was that since the two brothers have 'matching twin-like names,' she wanted their sons to share the same name as well, so 'they were each other's namesake,' the poster writes. He and his wife were stunned, he adds, but ultimately decided to 'pick a different name." 'We'd pretend to keep the original name until there was zero risk of SIL changing my nephew's name (6 months after a birth is harder to make a change in our state),' he explains, revealing the couple's careful plan. Only recently did they start telling people the baby's real name, and their parents, sisters, friends and in-laws all seemed to understand their decision. However, the brother was upset and confronted him, saying, 'you upset his wife by silently doing this s— and taking away her choice to match the boys. He told me it was a d— move.' But, the poster stood his ground, telling his brother, 'his wife using the full name we chose was a d— move.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Feeling frustrated and misunderstood, the man turned to Reddit for perspective. 'I think he's cray. So does my wife,' he admits, wondering if they are 'weird for thinking of this kind of stuff.' "What about the fact that she took away your choice to have an individual name? By invading your privacy? He's fine with that I assume?" asks one commenter. Adds another, "Skip the brother. Tell SIL she is creepy and she's not allowed around your son until she gets her behavior under control. It's creepy in my opinion." Read the original article on People
Auto Blog
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Same Name, Two Distinct Games: Choosing Between the GV80 and the GV80 Coupe
Distinctly different siblings Here's why I'm going with the whole sibling analogy. I have a little sister, and while she and I are best friends who talk every day, we are absolutely not the same, even though we come from the same set of parents. I have more masculine interests, like video games, off-roading, camping, and so on. I wear makeup and everything, but I'm more comfortable dressing in a t-shirt and jeans, while my little sister is more of a dress, skirt, and florals gal. That's what's going on here with the GV80 and the GV80 Coupe. They're cut from the same cloth, but that cloth, with a few tweaks, created two distinct luxury SUVs. 0:01 / 0:09 Walmart is selling a 'heavy duty' $89 step ladder for $48, and shoppers say it's 'sturdy and secure' Watch More Both are amazing cars–they can have powerful engines, incredibly gorgeous interiors, and a truly transformative Sport mode. However, each SUV was catered to two different audiences. After having tested both and driving with my toddlers in either model, I have a good idea as to who would be the ideal buyer for each Genesis GV80 model. But first, let's put the two under a microscope to better understand the differences. They look similar, but not the same If you looked at both models at separate times, you'd be one of many to think the two look exactly the same. The front ends are nearly identical, the side profiles are strikingly similar, and the back end seems to be the only thing that's noticeably different. The GV80 and GV80 Coupe are both large, beautiful vehicles, but the Coupe has a sportier design with a sloping rear end to create more of a hatchback look that's complete with a rear spoiler at the end of the trunk line. The GV80 also has a rear spoiler, but it's over the rear window instead. The GV80 has more chrome garnish and accenting on the front and rear bumper and over the door skirts to give it more of a polished golf-course-ready look, while the Coupe uses less chrome and more matte-black or dark chrome accenting. Black paneling on the rear bumper instead of paint matching the exterior helps create a refined and sporty look, especially with a quad-tip exhaust easily visible from the rear. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The story on the wheels is similar. Both the GV80 and GV80 Coupe's standard wheel designs are complementary silver and black five-spoke looks. The GV80 Coupe comes from the factory with 20-inch wheels but can be upgraded to 22-inch wheels that have an almost Celtic, spindle design added to them. The GV80 comes standard with 19-inch wheels, but can be upgraded to 20 or 22-inch wheels, with varying styles depending on the trim. The 18-inch wheels are the most spoke-heavy, while the 22-inch look is the closest to the Coupe's 20-inch option. Either design captures Genesis's design language perfectly and helps accentuate either model's aesthetic. The interior design is where I saw the most obvious stylistic switch. The GV80 I tested had a luxurious off-white interior that harmonized beautifully with navy blue accenting, which was a much-appreciated break from the industry's typical monochromatic interior color scheme. It wasn't the most ideal for toddlers, but it was one of my favorite interior designs I've tested to date. Until I drove the GV80 coupe, and immediately fell in love with navy blue as the primary color and race-ready-red accenting. Even the seat belts were red, and it was such a unique look for Genesis. I hope more automakers take notes from the GV80 Coupe. Say it with me: Interiors do not need to be boring. Otherwise, the layout, Bang & Olufsen sound system, console controls, and knobs were identical–it was just the coloring that created a whole new feeling to it. I found both incredibly easy to install car seats into, as well. Both GV80s have the same 3.5T engine, but the Coupe comes with a twist I loved the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 that came in the GV80. Even with 375 horsepower, the 8-speed automatic–notice a CVT wasn't mentioned–kept mileage respectable. Driving around in Bend, Oregon, which means frequent stops at low speeds, I was averaging 22 mpg combined. When you think about how large and heavy the GV80 is, especially with AWD like the model I tested, that's not bad at all. My 2011 Subaru Forester gets 17 mpg if I'm lucky, and that's without two turbos and two fewer cylinders. The GV80 had a nice purr to it, too, and when you were in the mood for a little fun, putting it into Sport mode prompted the seat bolsters to conform to your waist to keep you planted. I loved that in the Coupe, too. Both cars were tame when you needed them to be, but could put most cars in their place in Sport mode, and starting from a stop. I loved that either model could live a double life, and happily, without trying too hard. Source: Kristen Brown The GV80 Coupe, while using the same 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 at the base, can come with an electric supercharger. Yes, you read that right—the Coupe can have two turbos and a supercharger, or an E-SC. The E-SC brings the horsepower from 375 to 409, and is great for boosting low-end torque and mitigating any turbo lag. It also means the company gets to call it a 'mild HEV,' which is a stretch, considering I was averaging 17 mpg. With a quad-tip exhaust, the V6 truly roars when you push the Coupe a little. I'll make a point to say that while mileage wasn't great, let's be honest with ourselves here: it probably isn't that big of a deal to whoever's buying the GV80 Coupe. Just make sure you're treating her right and using premium. Either model can run on regular, but both would be much happier (and more fun) running on premium. Pricing is one of the biggest differences between the two I was quite shocked to see how much more the GV80 Coupe costs over the standard model. The GV80 is much more customizable, as it can be configured with a smaller 2.5-liter turbo four making 300 horsepower with all-wheel drive starting at $58,200, or it can cost as much as $79,800 for the Prestige AWD version. The model I drove was just over $81,000 because of the exclusive Capri Blue color. An optional third row for the GV80 3.5T Advanced AWD adds a found to the price tag, and I haven't tested the third row, but the trunk is massive, so I'm sure it's fairly comfortable. Genesis GV80 — Source: Kristen Brown Before I mention the pricing of the GV80 Coupe, I'll preface by saying it's the company's most expensive model. The base model, the 3.5T AWD, starts at $79,950, while the 3.5T E-SC MHEV AWD starts at $85,750. The model I drove had the optional Bering Blue exterior color, which put the price at just under $87,000. Neither SUV could be categorized as 'affordable,' but it was remarkable to see how big the leap was from the GV80 to the Coupe. So, what kind of buyer does either model attract? After driving both, as a mom, I'd be drawn to the GV80. It had a lot more family-friendly features, the most notable being the electronically controlled sunshades for the rear passengers. Both of my toddlers were very grateful for that feature, as I could lower or raise their sunshade with the press of a button. Otherwise, I'd have to pull over and manually lift or lower the shade. The GV80 Coupe didn't have that feature, even at the top of the line. In fact, I didn't see sunshades at all. I'm sure they can be added on before delivery, but I was surprised not to see that in the Coupe. However, as someone who enjoys a car made to be driven hard, I'd be drawn to the Coupe. It had everything I loved about the standard GV80, but it felt so much sassier, bolder, and more refined. Driving both made me realize that the GV80, as a base, is incredibly versatile, if it needed some engine tweaks, minor styling changes, and a color change on the inside to feel like a completely different car. The standard GV80 feels like a girl's night in with a nice white wine, a cheese board, and a marathon of the extended Lord of the Rings movies. The Coupe felt like a night at a country club, sipping a vintage red and talking stock market investments or vacation rentals. Source: Kristen Brown The optional third row meant the GV80 was meant for families who needed a daily dose of luxury in their routine, especially with much friendlier pricing. The GV80 Coupe is a more polished experience designed for executives, leaders, or those who need to look as powerful as they feel when they're at the front of the pack. Anyone who buys a GV80 Coupe knows what they're buying, and they're not messing around. Final thoughts Both cars are amazing. Genesis has come a long way to make the GV80 an exceptional car to drive in either form. You can tell Genesis truly thought of everything with both models. Comparing the price to the competition from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, or Porsche, I'd say those companies should be taking notes from these SUVs, as you definitely get plenty of bang for your buck. It's no wonder Genesis owners treat ownership like a secret fishing or camping spot–once the secret is out, everything will change. You can't go wrong with either Genesis GV80s. Both worked for my toddlers just fine. However, the GV80 is better for multiple types of buyers, while the GV80 Coupe is best for a smaller, more selective group. About the Author Kristen Brown View Profile
