AITA for charging an 8 year old rent? In a Reddit post that stirred up a lot of debate, a stepfather suggested charging his 8-year-old stepson rent from his weekly allowance. The boy gets $25 a week for doing chores, which adds up to $100 a month. The stepfather’s idea was to take $20 as … Read more
AITA for Facing Backlash After Requesting Remote Work Proof? Years ago, while working as a field organizer, I found myself with a manager who had clearly said she didn’t want to manage anyone. But due to some events, I ended up reporting directly to her. In our first meeting, I explained all my tasks, where … Read more
AITA for Refusing to Answer Work Emails After My Manager Sent Someone to My House? I swear this is real and not made up. I work part-time, three days a week, for a private education company. On May 17th, my manager asked me to second mark a set of exams from another teacher. I agreed, … Read more
In the journey of life, one of the most enriching experiences is forming a deep and lasting friendship. The concept of a Best Friend Forever (BFF) is not just a whimsical idea but a profound bond that can offer emotional support, companionship, and joy. Choosing the right person to be your BFF is crucial as … Read more
AITA for Calling My Crying Girlfriend Disgusting? It sounds like you were really surprised by how your girlfriend reacted. You care a lot about her daughter and see her as a happy, well-adjusted kid with her own friends and interests. Hearing your girlfriend talk about her daughter in such a negative way must have been … Read more
AITA for Being Insecure About My Husband’s Relationship with His Ex-Wife? I’m a 40-year-old woman married to a 50-year-old man. Our relationship began under difficult circumstances as an affair, and I acknowledge the wrongdoing. At the time, my husband was in the process of ending his marriage. When his ex-wife (48) discovered our relationship, she … Read more
AITA for Refusing to Fund My Daughter Expensive Wedding? At a recent family dinner, Linda, a 51-year-old photographer, sparked a heated debate about her daughter Emma’s extravagant wedding plans. Excited about her upcoming nuptials, Emma set her heart on a lavish celebration with an estimated cost of $40,000. To help cover the expenses, she asked … Read more
AITA for Kicking Guests Out After a Pregnancy Announcement? My (28M) wife “Anna” (28F) and I were expecting a baby and were thrilled. We had bought everything we needed and often discussed our future with the child. However, on August 23, 2022, Anna woke me up in tears, revealing a large patch of blood near … Read more
AITA for scamming my cousins out of their inheritance? A family squabble has emerged over a prized inheritance: a sprawling 100-acre homestead left by their late grandfather. The property, located 90 minutes from the city, was divided equally among several cousins. When the time came to decide what to do with it, most of the … Read more
AITA for Issuing an Ultimatum to My Son About His Future? My wife and I have three kids, ages 17, 15, and 10. Our oldest is about to finish high school, but he hasn’t shown any interest in what he wants to do next. So, I gave him the same choice my parents gave me: … Read more