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M. Emmet Walsh, of ‘Blood Simple,’ ‘The Jerk,’ dead at 88

By Andrew Dalton | Associated Press LOS ANGELES — M. Emmet Walsh, the character actor who brought his unmistakable face and unsettling presence to films including “Blood Simple” and “Blade Runner,” has died at age 88, his manager said Wednesday. Walsh died from cardiac arrest on Tuesday at a hospital in St. Albans, Vermont, his longtime manager Sandy Joseph said. The ham-faced, heavyset Walsh often played good old boys with bad intentions, as he did in one of his rare leading roles as a crooked Texas private detective in…

“Am I The Jerk For Not Telling My Husband That I Am A Millionaire?”

ADVERTISEMENT Sometimes, money can bring out the worst in people. Partners get divorced over it, family members don’t speak to each other, and even colleagues can become jealous of another’s fortune. So, it might be understandable if a person wishes to keep their wealth a secret. However, how long should they keep that secret from their significant other? This is the dilemma the author of this story ran into. She came into a lot of money before meeting her husband but hasn’t told him even after five years of marriage.…

Jerk Driver Makes Expensive Mistake Of Blocking Neighbor’s Driveway

Getting along with your neighbors is a big part of living peacefully. Just as a good neighbor can improve your day-to-day, a bad one can make it a nightmare. And don’t even get us started about entitled drivers with poor parking skills…Reddit user u/GrumpyBachelorSF went viral after sharing how they handled their neighbor maliciously blocking their driveway. Scroll down for the full story, as well as a reminder that you should park carefully and never let your fines snowball.Bored Panda got in touch with the author of…

“Am I The Jerk For Asking My Boyfriend To Skip His Afternoon Nap?”

Housework is unavoidable. It’s a huge part of being an adult. Whether we like it or not, we have to clean up after ourselves. The reality is that some people go to extreme lengths to dodge the responsibility and then dump it on others.Case in point, one anonymous woman turned to the AITA online community for help regarding a delicate situation at home. She revealed how she’s forced to do most of the chores while her partner naps a whopping 4 hours every single day, which is far more than the healthy amount. Scroll down…

“Am I The Jerk For Writing My Parents A Check For Everything They Say I Owe Them?”

Maintaining a good relationship with your parents when you’re an adult can be tricky. Parents say they want the best for their children, but sometimes they can cross boundaries without realizing it. And, before you know it, you act in the heat of the moment and let them know how you truly feel about their controlling behavior.Something similar happened to the OP here. The user u/Short_Fig7734 shared a story of how they dealt with constant criticism from their parents. One fateful birthday dinner was the breaking point…

“Am I The Jerk For Telling My Husband I Don’t Want Dinner On The Table As Soon As I Walk In?”

Marriage is all about mutual respect and open communication. However, when Reddit user and wife Mango_Rita4 told her husband that she wanted him to stop serving her dinner the moment she came back from work, he took it personally.In a post on the subreddit ‘Am I the ?‘, the woman explained that she would rather recharge first, but her partner got the impression that she was being ungrateful, and the two of them got into a fight over it.Finding common ground is crucial for Mango_Rita4, so she described the situation to…

Woman Chooses All-Inclusive Resort Over Paying Rent To Parents, Gets Called A Jerk

A lot of young adults are still living with their parents. True, there’s also a cultural component to this: more people in their 20s live with their parents in Europe than in the U.S. As for Canada, the percentage of people aged 20-34 still living in their parent’s home is about 35 percent. And while it’s better for the youngsters’ wallets, household decisions and relationships can become tricky to navigate.One Redditor found this out the hard way. She posted a story about an argument with her family that arose due to…

“I Bent The Rules A Little Bit”: Landlord Acts Like A Jerk, Tenant Gets Silent Revenge

I’m not sure what’s worse: dealing with terrible neighbors or dealing with an awful landlord. But it’s especially bad when you find yourself sandwiched between both!One Reddit user recently detailed the nightmare they experienced while renting an apartment in California, but thankfully, they were able to get petty revenge on their useless landlord before moving out. Below, you’ll find the full story, as well as some of the replies amused readers have shared.Landlords don’t always treat their tenants kindly once they’ve…

“Am I The Jerk For Not Forgiving My Fiance For Missing The Birth Of Our Daughter?”

Childbirth isn’t just a physical process; it encompasses a wide range of emotions as well. So moms need all the support they can get.But unfortunately for Reddit user Lost_Recommendation4, when she was expecting, her fiancé only made things worse.The two of them had a huge fight over his female best friend, and it got so bad that the guy even forced her out of their home!When he finally came back to his senses, however, the woman started doubting if she could forgive him.The support of healthcare professionals, family,…

“Am I The Jerk For Changing Our Server’s Tip From $154 To $4?”

There are many different ways to be charitable. You can volunteer your time and energy. You can promote a cause near and dear to your heart. Or you can use your hard-earned money to pleasantly surprise a stranger. For instance, if they were a particularly good server.Redditor u/OttoBonz recently turned to the r/AITAH for their verdict after a spot of drama at a local restaurant. The OP revealed how she’d initially left a massive tip for the woman who’d been waiting on her table. However, after a slight hiccup, she…