Archive
October 10, 2012
BuzzFeed Radio With Special Guests, Rotten Tomatoes!
We talked about what's worth watching that comes out DVD this week, Looper, Helena Bonham Carter's sense of "style," and — weirdly — The Office and Dwight Schrute.
Buzz Bissinger Called Romney Racist, Vacant "Dongasaurus"
Before endorsing the Republican, the Friday Night Lights author accused him of being of a lot of awful things.
"Friday Night Lights" Author To Haters: "Fuck Yourselves"
Buzz Bissinger is a little touchy today.
The Weirdest Vampire Music Video You'll See This Halloween
Hunkx and His Punkx just released a new Halloween themed video where he cavorts around as a vampire who wants to do something very specific. And it's not sucking your blood. [NSFW language].
If Billy Joel Really Hated Obama
ForAmerica, a conservative 501(c)(4) group, has released a very elaborate anti-Obama version of "We Didn't Start the Fire." "They just keep on lying as our freedom's dying."
Afghan Hospital Leaves A Mixed Legacy For Wisconsin Senate Candidate
Tommy Thompson boasted of his involvement in an Afghan hospital program. "What humanitarian efforts has [Baldwin] ever been involved in," his campaign asks.
Pedestrian Penalty Cards And Other Links
Everyone else is so inconsiderate. Plus, movies made possible by side character incompetence and heroic animals saving animals.
White House Press Secretary In A Bind On Libya
Jay Carney said Wednesday that he "never said we don't know if it's terrorism," but dodged in September when asked directly if it was a terrorist attack
Democratic Group Finds Paul Ryan's Congressional Campaign Suspicious
One Wisconsin Now, one of the drivers of the Wisconsin recall, accuses Ryan of using Congressional campaign funds for presidential campaigning in the state. Evidence not exactly overwhelming.
Scrapped "Jurassic Park IV" Human/Dinosaur Hybrid Concept Art
Like The Fly, only with less Jeff Goldblum and a more dubious understanding of genetics. Thank goodness this version of the script didn't make it out of pre-production.
Romney Changes Answer On Bill Allowing Detaining U.S. Citizens Indefinitely
Romney said in January he would have signed the bill as written. Today he said he would have to "look at that particular piece of legislation."
Muppets Who Have Run For President
Their push into politics is nothing new.
How To Not Be Terribly, Blatantly Shallow On OkCupid
Everyone on OkCupid is at least a little shallow. But don’t be so obvious about it.
Mother Of Slain SEAL Tells Romney To Stop Talking About Her Son
After telling the story one last time in Ohio, the campaign says it will be removed from the stump speech.
Democratic SuperPAC Hoping To Revive Fight Over Ryan Abortion Stance
Ads star Todd Akin. Also: A new barrage from McCaskill.
What Android Fragmentation Looks Like
Manymo is a site that lets developers test their apps on multiple virtual Android devices at once, to make sure they're compatible with different screen sizes and OS versions. It has, as of now, more than 40 options.
Father Of Unskewing Movement Says He Made The Pollsters Honest
With better numbers for Romney, former critics of big polling shops have stayed quiet. Forget the debates: Chambers takes credit.
Brutal Ad Hits White House On Libya Timeline Contradictions
Though it runs a little long, the Heritage Foundation's excellently crafted new video is worth a watch for anybody who's a fan of political attack ads — or wondering why the Obama Administration is facing so much criticism in the aftermath of the Benghazi attack.
Muppets Have Lobbied Congress Three Times
Muppets have been making their case heard on Capitol Hill since 2000.
Best Political Pumpkins Of The 2012 Election So Far
Making a political Jack-o-Lantern is never easy.
Romney Supporter Ran Onto The Field With Anti-Abortion Sign, Delayed Playoff Game
He did have some sweet moves.
1 Pussy Riot Member Freed, 2 Remain Jailed
Yekaterina Samutsevich was freed because she didn't take part in the controversial cathedral performance that first landed the three women in jail.
The Joker's New Look Revealed
Oh God why? Buzzfeed was lucky(?) enough to get a sneak peek at Batman's nemesis. Let's just say it isn't pretty.
Romney Son, Tagg, Takes Charge
The eldest is "the most trusted individual in Mitt's life," after Mom. The family versus the advisers.
This Is What Happens When You Google Image Search "Completely Wrong"
We did not make this up. Romney's apology for his 47% comments makes for an unfortunate juxtaposition.
Why Washington Won't Get Better
Romney and Obama each promise a cure — but the poison is already in the blood. "If you think ... things are going to change next year, you need to have your head examined."
