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A teenage father with ‘DEVAST8’ tattooed across his face is ‘waiting for the right job offer’ after his desperate plea for work went viral – and he has revealed he will be getting the jailhouse ink lasered off.

Mark Cropp, 19, from New Zealand, took to social media on Wednesday afternoon to beg someone to look past his criminal convictions and heavily-tattooed face and give him a chance at work.

Within hours he had been inundated with job offers and said he had ‘stopped counting when he reached 45’.

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Mark ‘Devast8’ Cropp (pictured) had his nickname ‘DEVAST8’ tattooed across his face in jail

Mark ‘Devast8’ Cropp (pictured) has revealed that he has turned down 45 job offers since his story went viral

The 19-year-old (pictured) had taken to social media in frustration that his face tattoos were preventing him from finding work

The 19-year-old (pictured) had taken to social media in frustration that his face tattoos were preventing him from finding work

But he told Daily Mail Australia he still hadn’t ‘done a day’s work’.

‘I am just waiting for the right one to come about,’ he said.

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Some of the jobs required him to have his own car – he clarified – but he will need help getting to the work site.

‘Until I get my first paycheck and get a car I won’t be able to get myself around,’ he said.

The former criminal revealed he will be getting the artwork – designed by his brother after a night of drinking home brew in jail – removed as soon as possible.

Cropp’s partner, Taneia Ruki, told Daily Mail Australia Cropp has accepted a fulltime scaffolding job

‘A week before I got out I taped a picture of my face to the inside of an envelope so my partner could see it – she was devastated – but now she likes it and can’t see me without it,’ Cropp (pictured, right) said

Man with DEVAST8 tattoo speaks about trying to get a job

‘I am just working out a date to get it taken off – which sucks because it is going to hurt,’ he said.

‘And because, you know, this tattoo means something to me and my brother did it for me so it is hard to make the decision to get rid of it.

‘But I know it is the best thing for my future – and I want to be a person my family can look to for support.’

The artwork was designed to make him ‘look tough’ when he landed in jail following a long string of violent behaviour.

This image shows Cropp (pictured) before the face tattoo which made him go viral on social media

This image shows Cropp (pictured) before the face tattoo which made him go viral on social media

The teenage father grabbed global headlines after he turned to social media to complain that his face tattoo was a stain on his job prospects

‘And because, you know, this tattoo means something to me and my brother did it for me so it is hard to make the decision to get rid of it,’ he said

Mark and girlfriend Taneia Ruki got together a year before he was sent to prison

Mark and girlfriend Taneia Ruki got together a year before he was sent to prison

It was meant to be a ‘little one along the jawline,’ but the pair got carried away after drinking home brew made from fermented apples, sugar and bread.

‘I went into jail with four tattoos and I came out with a full body suit,’ he said.

But the face tattoo was the biggest shock to his family.

‘A week before I got out I taped a picture of my face to the inside of an envelope so my partner could see it – she was devastated – but now she likes it and can’t see me without it.’

DEVAST8 happens to be the 19-year-old’s nickname.

Mark Cropp (pictured) told Daily Mail Australia he is still waiting for the right job to come along

The viral social media sensation has other tattoos also, but plans to get the face ink lasered off

Mark Cropp (pictured) told Daily Mail Australia he is still waiting for the right job to come along

Cropp (pictured) says the face tattoo was supposed to be small but he and his brother got carried away after drinking homebrew

Cropp (pictured) says the face tattoo was supposed to be small but he and his brother got carried away after drinking homebrew

‘I was going through a rough patch’: Teen with DEVAST8 jail tattoo

‘I would end up devastating everyone I met or got close to.

‘They would be disappointed with something I had done or said – I was always hearing “that’s devastating”,’ he said.

But he hopes the devastating chapters of his life are over – erased along with the ink on his face.

‘I have learnt from my mistake,’ he said.

‘I still don’t think people should be judged by the tattoos on their face – but I know it will keep happening unless I do something about it.’

Before his final desperate plea on Facebook the teenager said people had ‘laughed in (his) face’ when he had asked for work.

The tattoo was drawn with a homemade gun which used a needle made from the spring of a pen and powered by a cassette player.

Plastic knives and forks are burnt to a black plastic powder and mixed with toothpaste and water to create the ink.

The teenager has been out of jail for two weeks.

Mark has also been offered laser therapy to remove the tattoo and will have his first session on Tuesday (pictured right with partner)

Mark has also been offered laser therapy to remove the tattoo and will have his first session on Tuesday (pictured right with partner)

The New Zealander (pictured) has been out of jail for two weeks and says he has learnt from his mistake

The New Zealander (pictured) has been out of jail for two weeks and says he has learnt from his mistake

A man who went to a supermarket to get some groceries came back with a snake and didn’t realize it until after the animal got familiar with his food.

Last month, 63-year-old Neville Linton bought a bag of broccoli from an Aldi branch in Stourbridge, England, and stored it in his fridge before taking it out to prepare a meal three days later.

But when he unwrapped the broccoli, however, the man immediately saw the unexpected guest. Continue scrolling to learn how the ordeal went down and don’t miss the talk we had about it with Dr. Steven J R Allain, aka The pop-punk Herpetologist.

A snake that was exploring a broccoli field somewhere in southwestern Europe got packed up and shipped to a British supermarket
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
Without suspecting, Neville Linton, 63, picked it up together with a bag of vegetables and took the reptile home
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
Neville, who works in industrial cleaning, couldn’t believe his eyes.

“It was pretty frightening. I’m not good with snakes,” he said. “It’s lucky I didn’t just leave the broccoli out in the kitchen, or it would have been loose in the house.”

“That would have been a huge risk for us because we have two vulnerable people living here.”

Once he realized the creature was too big to be a caterpillar, he called his sister Ann-Marie Tenkanemin for help and she identified it as a snake.

The pair popped it in a tub and went back to the Aldi store on Dudley Road where Neville made the purchase.

“I thought she was joking at first, but I backed off when I saw it start moving. The guy in the shop was pretty frightened too,” he said.

The snake was taken to a local zoo and its specialists determined that it was a young ladder snake
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
But herpetologist Dr. Steven J R Allain suspects it might be a viperine water snake
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
The reptile was transported to Dudley Zoo, and its staff believe it to be a young ladder snake. However, Bored Panda got in touch with Dr. Steven J R Allain and he tends to disagree.

“Having reviewed the [actual] photo of the snake in the broccoli, I am not sure the zoo identified the species correctly,” Allain told us. “To my expert eyes, the snake is in fact a viperine water snake (Natrix maura), which is a harmless fish-eating species found throughout southwestern Europe and northern Africa.”

Allain is a zoology graduate from Anglia Ruskin University, a Master’s graduate from Imperial College London, and a current Ph.D. student at the University of Kent. His current area of research is primarily based around barred grass snake (Natrix helvetica) population ecology and the effects of ophidiomycosis, but he’s also interested in amphibian disease and population ecology.

“Seeing as a large portion of the food grown and imported into the United Kingdom comes from the Mediterranean region, it is no surprise to find a species from this area turning up in some vegetables likely grown there. In my opinion, the snake was likely moving through the field at the time, before being scooped up by agricultural equipment, then seeking refuge within the broccoli.”

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
The trip to the UK and then another one to Neville’s home took some time, but Allain said that these snakes are able to go a couple of months without food, and the chilling of the fridge would have helped keep its metabolism low, reducing the body’s energy demands.

“However, I can’t imagine it would have been comfortable,” he added. “Especially the rapid transition from the warm Mediterranean climate to a chiller, in order to keep the broccoli fresh.”

“Viperine water snakes are dangerous only if you’re a fish (or a frog). They do not bite humans as a defense mechanism (they’d much rather play dead), and they are regarded as non-venomous to humans.”

“I know this must have been a distressing time for Neville (especially for someone with a fear of snakes), but his reaction could have been more positive through more widespread education and understanding of snakes, and how to deal with situations like this,” Allain said. “It isn’t the snake’s fault that it ended up in the wrong place at the wrong time, but hopefully its new home at Dudley Zoo can help with breaking down these fears of snakes.”

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
Neville is trying to get compensated for having to go through all of this
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation
Neville has been offered compensation but is trying to get more.

The father-of-three said the amount he heard didn’t sound fair because of the risk to his disabled son and vulnerable mother-in-law, who live under the same roof.

“It’s just not good enough,” he added. “The implications for us if it had got out in the house are huge. Plus, I’m phobic of snakes so there’s the emotional impact of that too.”

An Aldi spokesperson reported: “Our supplier has never had a complaint of this nature and has robust processes in place to prevent such issues occurring.”

“We are investigating this isolated incident and have apologized to Mr. Linton that our usual high standards were not met.”

After the local news picked up the story, people had all sorts of reactions
Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

Man Receives Shock Of A Lifetime After Finding Snake Inside Bag Of Broccoli, Demands Compensation

In a world that is crowded and fast-pacing, visually impaired people experience hardship with mobility. Luckily, thanks to the technological advancement, these people’s lives are significantly enhanced.

Now, except for a cane or a service dog that helps them navigate around, visually impaired people can use newest high-tech option provided to them by Austrian based company named Tech-Innovation.

This company has created shoes with a built-in sensor that alerts visually impaired people, via vibration or sound, when an obstacle is detected.

The product, named InnoMake, have the sensors react when an obstacle is detected at the maximum distance of four meters and minimum distance of half a meter. The sensor fits into a special slot within the shoes and comes with a rechargeable battery which lasts up to a week before it need to be recharged. It only takes three hours for the battery to get fully charged.

The shoes and the sensor come with an app which is free of charge. The users can adjust plenty of settings through it, such as how far away from objects they need to be before they get alerted.

If you wonder what happens when the weather is rainy or snowing, the creators thought of it and made the sensor water-resistant. If users opt to use the intelligent mode, the sensor would get deactivated whenever they are seated and would again activate when it senses movement.

There are several shops around Austria which let users try the shoes on before they buy them.

This innovation truly is a life-changing one.

An old man was eating at a truck stop when three rough-looking bikers walked in.

As they passed the old man, the first biker pushed his cigarette into the old man’s pie, then laughed and took a seat at the counter.

The second biker picked up the old man’s milk and spit into it. The third biker turned over the old man’s plate before joining the others at the counter.

Without saying a word to the laughing bikers, the old man put his money down, got up, and left the diner. One of the bikers said to the waitress, “Not much of a man, was he?”

The waitress replied,” Not much of a truck driver either. He just backed his big rig over three motorcycles!”

In the age of smart homes and automated gardening systems, there lies a certain allure in the tangible connection between hand tools and home maintenance. Among these traditional tools is the manual edger, a simple yet fascinating implement that proves that sometimes the old ways can still be the coolest.

A manual edger, also known as a step edger or half-moon edger, is a testament to the bygone era when weekend yard work was as routine as Sunday dinner. Its design is a marvel of simplicity: a T-shaped tool with a serrated semi-circular blade attached to a wooden handle about three feet in height. This blade, typically crafted from sturdy metals such as iron or steel, is what gives the manual edger its distinctive edge—both literally and figuratively.

In the hands of a dedicated gardener, the manual edger becomes an extension of the body. The process is rhythmic and meditative. You place the half-moon blade against the turf’s edge, step down firmly to slice through the grass, and pull back to reveal a crisp line. It’s a physical activity that engages the body, requiring a dance of balance and precision that no machine can replicate.

The appeal of the manual edger isn’t just in its functionality but also in its ability to connect us with the physical aspect of home improvement. There’s a sense of accomplishment that comes from laboring over one’s lawn and garden. The sweat on your brow and the dirt under your fingernails become badges of honor, telling stories of personal effort and care invested into the land.

Moreover, in a society that increasingly seeks mindfulness and a break from the digital world, the manual edger offers a form of escape. It’s a way to unplug, to enjoy the outdoors, and to engage with the environment in a way that is both productive and restorative. The rhythmic motion of edging can be a therapeutic exercise, allowing thoughts to flow freely, accompanied by the satisfying sound of blade slicing through soil.

The environmental impact of using a manual edger cannot be overstated. In contrast to gas or electric edgers, the manual edger produces no emissions, operates silently, and demands no other resources than human energy. It’s a sustainable choice for the eco-conscious homeowner who takes pride in reducing their carbon footprint.

The robust construction of tools like the manual edger means they can last for decades, often outliving their modern counterparts. The worn handle and rusted blade are not merely signs of age but emblems of the countless hours of labor and care they have facilitated. These tools are not disposable; they are enduring, capable of being sharpened, repaired, and passed down through generations.

The manual edger embodies the coolness of doing things the old-fashioned way, of engaging with the land and respecting the rhythms of nature. It reminds us that not all progress needs to be powered by technology. Sometimes, the most fulfilling work is done with our hands, with tools that require nothing more than human strength and dedication. As we advance into an increasingly automated future, it is worth remembering the value and joy of physical labor, and the manual edger stands as a symbol of that enduring legacy.

Not everyone is proud to be an American. While there are many people who express their disagreement with politics and policies in the United States, there are very few who actually do something about it — like completely giving up their citizenship status.

While it’s relatively uncommon, some expatriates actually decide to renounce or relinquish their U.S. citizenship once they move abroad.

Over the years, those who have said goodbye to America have included a few famous faces, most of who have left and never looked back.

Just hours after the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision to overturn Roe v.

Wade, Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong took a defiant stand during a concert in London, declaring his intention to renounce his U.S. citizenship.

Upon learning of the court’s ruling mid-concert,

Armstrong addressed the London audience, expressing his outrage over the U.S.’s failure to protect women’s reproductive rights and his decision to renounce his citizenship….

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been happily married for five years. However, not many people know about Meghan’s first marriage to Trevor Engelson, which ended on a bad note. Today, both Meghan and Trevor have moved on and are happily married to other people. But what is Trevor up to these days, and how did he get his “revenge” on Meghan?

Trevor Engelson, born on October 23, 1976, in Great Neck, New York, started his career as a production assistant and worked his way up to become a successful film producer. He has worked on various projects, including the film “Remember Me” in 2010, where Meghan had a cameo role. He has also been involved in productions like “License to Wed” and “All About Steve” and acted as an executive producer on the TV series “Snowfall.”

Today, Trevor manages screenwriters, novelists, actors, and film directors in Los Angeles when he is not working on set. He has found great success with the FX television series “Snowfall” and runs his own management and production company called Underground.

So, how did Meghan and Trevor meet? They crossed paths for the first time in 2004 and dated for seven years before getting married in September 2011. Their wedding in Jamaica was a three-day celebration, filled with parties, games, and even a wheelbarrow race.

During their marriage, Meghan was a briefcase model on the game show “Deal or No Deal.” However, Trevor was not too keen on visiting her on set, unlike other husbands and friends. This absence was noticeable to the other models, and it seemed that Trevor’s busy work schedule kept him from being more involved in Meghan’s life.

As Meghan’s career took off with her role in the TV series “Suits,” she had to move to Toronto for filming, while Trevor remained in Los Angeles. The long-distance relationship took a toll on their marriage, and they eventually divorced in 2013, citing “irreconcilable differences.”

The split came as a shock to Trevor, and according to royal biographer Andrew Morton, Meghan even sent her engagement and wedding rings back to him as a sign that their marriage was over. It was a difficult time for Trevor, as he was still in love with Meghan and was heartbroken by their separation.

After the divorce, Trevor dated Bethenny Frankel from “Real Housewives of New York” for a short period. However, their relationship didn’t last long. In 2017, it was reported that Trevor was working on a TV show about a man who shares custody of his child after his ex-wife marries a British prince. Although the show was not based on Meghan and Trevor’s story, it raised some eyebrows due to the similarities.

But life took a turn for the better for Trevor when he met Tracey Kurland. The couple tied the knot in 2019, and they now have two daughters together. Tracey comes from a wealthy family, with her father having made around $500 million in the mortgage industry. Trevor’s friend revealed that he is happier than ever, loves being a dad, and feels fulfilled in his life. He has moved on and is enjoying his privacy away from the spotlight.

Trevor Engelson’s story is a reminder that life goes on after heartbreak and that success can come in unexpected ways. He has found happiness and fulfillment in his personal life and his career, showing that sometimes the best revenge is living a happy and successful life.

So, while Meghan and Harry may have their own successes and fortunes, Trevor Engelson has carved out a life of his own, filled with love, happiness, and success.

Have you heard about the recent math puzzle featuring a cow that’s been causing quite a stir on Twitter? With its cozy cottage vibe, this brain teaser has got people debating the correct solution. So, let’s dive in and see if we can solve it together!

The Puzzle: A Cow and Some Numbers

Here’s how the puzzle goes:

You buy a cow for $800.
You sell the cow for $1000, making a profit of $200.
You buy the cow again for $1100, but since you already made a profit of $200 from the first transaction, your effective cost for the second purchase is reduced to $900.
Finally, you sell the cow again for $1300, making a profit of $400 ($1300 – $900).

So, What’s the Correct Answer?
If you’ve been following along, you might have already guessed it. The correct answer to this cow math puzzle is $400. Let’s break it down step by step:

Purchase the cow for $800.
Sell the cow for $1000.
Net profit: +$200.
Re-purchase the cow for $1100.
Net profit becomes -$900.
Sell the cow again for $1300.
Total profit = $400.
More Brain Puzzles to Challenge Your Mind
If you enjoyed solving the cow math puzzle, here are a few more brain teasers for you to tackle:

1. Can You Spot the Odd Bunny Out?

Artist Gergerly Dudas is known for crafting visually captivating and intricate brain teasers. In one of his drawings, every bunny is paired except for one. Can you spot the odd one out?

2. Find the Elusive Mouse Among the Mushrooms

Take a closer look amidst the fungi in this drawing by Gergely Dudas. Can you find the elusive mouse?

3. Spot the Mistake

These mind-bending puzzles showcase that appearances can be deceiving. Can you spot the mistake?

Boost Your Cognitive Well-being with Brain Puzzles
Engaging with brain puzzles like these offers more than just entertainment. They provide a myriad of cognitive benefits, including enhancing problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and memory. It’s like a mental workout that keeps our minds sharp and agile.

Moreover, the satisfaction of cracking a challenging puzzle not only boosts confidence but also instills a sense of accomplishment. So, whether you’re tackling a Sudoku, deciphering a riddle, or unraveling a brainteaser, remember that the mental workout provided by these puzzles is not only enjoyable but also incredibly beneficial for your overall cognitive well-being.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE ANSWERS:
it’s a bone for a glass dog. they were bred in the early 19th century; but short life span made it impossible to keep them viable.
A serving knife rest, so your lovely lace tablecloth will not be stained.

Congrats on keeping the comments clean everyone!
Baby dumbbell. No one likes a weak baby.
It’s a knife rest. These are not only for the carving knife, but one is at each place setting for resting the table knife after it’s used. It is NOT for the butter knife. The butter knife remains across the bread plate.

My grandmother had two. I don’t know about her background, buy she had many instruments that showed she entertained often.. I have a set of 12 salt cellars with tiny crystal spoons to sift the salt from the cellars over individual food. We used them at Thanksgiving and holiday dinners.
Today none of my children know how to “play” fancy meals.

Sad tradition. If it won’t get washed in a dishwasher, they won’t keep them in their house.
No talking- no experiences other than food from a paper bag.
To lay you knife on after you cut your meat so you don’t mess up your tablecloth
Knife rest. Kind of like a chopstick rest

Dirty knife rest keeps table cloth clean.
Lol I have one from my mom, never knew what it was for. Now I do! Thanks
Wow!! Thank you for insights!! So cool to have this group!! The knife rests sure are beautiful!!
Have one just like this. Resting of the carving knife, if you only have one.

I’ve never seen one, they are beautiful!
Wow! I thought I knew different types of serving utensils, but I didn’t know this one. Thank you for sharing!
We used t have one like that, my Mom and my Grandma’s. Salt roller maybe?

I have a set of them
It’s to set a knife holder.
A knife rest is a small, often decorative, object used to keep the blade of a knife from touching the surface of a table or countertop when it’s not in use. They come in various shapes and materials, ranging from simple metal designs to more ornate versions made of silver, porcelain, or other materials. They can add a touch of elegance to a dining table while also serving a practical purpose.

Puzzles have always captivated the minds of intellectuals, and it’s no wonder why. They come in all shapes and sizes, from simple ones to mind-bogglingly difficult ones. Some puzzles remain unsolved to this day, which adds to the endless fascination for those who love a good challenge.

But puzzles aren’t just for puzzle enthusiasts. They offer incredible benefits for everyone, regardless of their preference. Solving puzzles is like a workout for the mind, keeping it sharp and agile. It trains the brain to approach problems from different angles and encourages creative thinking to find solutions.

The Puzzle that Stumped the Internet
One particular puzzle has taken the internet by storm, leaving many scratching their heads. At first glance, it seems like an ordinary picture of numbers from 1 to 15 neatly arranged. The challenge is to find the error and repost the image. Seems simple enough, right?

But as you search for the error, you realize something strange. The numbers are perfect, with no missing or incorrect ones. You examine them closely, looking for a hidden pattern or sequencing, but find nothing. They are perfectly arranged.

At this point, you start thinking outside the box. Maybe the error lies in the absence of zero? Or perhaps the number sixteen should be included? Or is it something else entirely? You analyze every detail, from the spacing to the shape of the numbers. But the answer continues to elude you.

Then, it hits you. The mistake isn’t in the numbers at all. It’s in the sentence below, asking you to find the ‘mitsake’ instead of the error. Clever, isn’t it? Most people are so focused on the numbers that they completely miss the misspelled word.

The Lesson of the Puzzle
This puzzle teaches us an important lesson – sometimes we need to look at the bigger picture to find the solution. We get so caught up in the details that we miss the obvious. By training our minds to see beyond the surface, we become better problem solvers.

The Far-Reaching Benefits
The benefits of solving puzzles are far-reaching. Research has shown that they improve memory, especially short-term memory. Puzzles challenge our minds to think quickly, enhancing mental processes and strengthening the connections between brain cells.

Moreover, puzzles develop our analytical skills. They require logical and critical thinking, as well as creativity. Just like the puzzle we encountered earlier, they teach us to analyze the whole picture and think outside the box. These skills can be applied to everyday life, helping us solve problems that have no obvious solutions.

In fact, the ability to think analytically is highly valued in the workforce. It sets individuals apart, making them stand out in areas like leadership and management. By cultivating the habit of solving puzzles, we can enhance ourselves with these sought-after skills.

So, the next time you come across a puzzle, take a moment to embrace the challenge. Whether it’s a crossword, Sudoku, or a mind-bending riddle, you’ll be exercising your mind and reaping the countless benefits. Happy puzzling!