Peter Kinney articles

LIFESTYLE

The Yellow JacketSo there I was, sitting on this freezing metal bench outside Marcello's, wearing the most ridiculously bright yellow jacket I owned. My friends Tyler and Mark had basically forced me into this whole...

LIFESTYLE

The Woman Who Walked Past the Host StandThe woman walked straight past Mia at the host stand like she was invisible. I noticed her first because of the oversized sunglasses—the kind people wear when they...

EXPERIENCE

Living with someone can be difficult even when they're a saint, but having an unhinged roommate can turn your life into a downright horror story. These stories will make you think twice about sharing your...

EXPERIENCE

From raging Karens to the dumbest questions imaginable, there's no telling which infuriating customer you'll come face to face with—even on a good day.

LIFESTYLE

The Last InvitationThe phone rang on a Tuesday afternoon while I was reviewing spreadsheets at my dining table. Mom's name lit up the screen, and I smiled before answering. 'Hi, sweetheart,' she said, that familiar...

VIDEO

For most people, the Hilton family gained global fame in the early 2000s when Paris Hilton emerged as a celebrated socialite and minor celebrity. However, the Hiltons’ wealth and prestige extend far beyond Paris and her little purse-bound chihuahua. The story of the Hiltons spans generations and is marked by shocking twists and turns. So, buckle up, settle in, and let’s discover where the Hiltons came from, how they rose to power, and what secrets they have buried in their closets.

LIFESTYLE

The Yellow RaincoatI can still see that yellow raincoat. Bright as a sunflower, Margaret said when she bought it for Lily's seventh birthday. My granddaughter stood at the edge of our driveway that afternoon, twirling...

PEOPLE

Bonnie Prince Charlie launched a rebellion to take his rightful place as King of England.

PEOPLE

Genetic research has shed light on the percentage of today's people are descended from the Mongol conqueror Genghis Khan.



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