Archive
January 31, 2013
How Facebook Plans To Make Us All Get Along
Facebook has a message for mean girls around the world. But it’s up to you to deliver it to your friends.
Occupy Movement To Protest Unpaid Internships At Fashion Week
Members plan to take a stand against unpaid internships first in New York, then London and Paris.
Illinois Democratic Congressional Candidate: "Shame On Rachel Maddow"
After Maddow highlights an ad attacking Debbie Halvorson, the candidate and former Congresswoman responds sharply.
Graeter's Unleashes A New Ice Cream Flavor On The Nation
Black Cherry Chocolate Chip is the cult Cincinnati ice creamery's first new flavor in three years. And it's good.
Beyoncé Sings National Anthem Live At NFL Press Conference
"I love haters," she says, finally responding to that inauguration lip-synching criticism. "Due to the weather, due to the delay, due to no proper sound check, I did not feel comfortable taking a risk." Today she did.
Ashton Kutcher Or Steve Jobs?
In this face meld of Ashton Kutcher and Steve Jobs, it's almost hard to tell who is who. (ALMOST. You'll probably be able to tell.)
The World Of "30 Rock"
How Tina Fey and Co. carried on the comedy tradition of everything from SNL to Arrested Development, and what shows are forever in its debt. We want to go to there.
Perrier's Incredibly Racy 1976 Commercial
A woman gives a loving handjob to a Perrier bottle. There is a happy ending.
Ted Cruz Grills Chuck Hagel With Out-Of-Context Al-Jazeera Clip
But the clip didn't show exactly what Cruz said it did.
Biden Presses Senate Democrats To Push Forward On Gun Control
"The visual image of those 20 innocent children being riddled with bullets has absolutely not only traumatized the nation but … it is the straw that has broke the camel’s back,” Biden tells lawmakers.
Lee Mercer Jr. Is Already Running Television Ads For The Next Presidential Election
His most exciting platform point: "a new computerized government that will run the office of the President of the United States with a computer."
The GIF Is Actually Getting Less Popular
As of today, it's less common than the PNG. Don't tell Tumblr.
Applebee's Server Gets Stiffed By Pastor Who Gave Her Tip To God, Promptly Gets Fired By Applebee's
"I give God 10%, why do you get 18%," a local pastor wrote on her receipt before tipping her nothing.
Rachel Maddow Has Some Advice For Republicans On How To Talk About Rape
"This is actually pretty simple. If you're about to talk about rape as anything other than a brutal and horrible crime, stop."
Firefighter Rescues Dog From Horrific Detroit Highway Accident
A bright spot in the grim, fatal aftermath on Interstate 75.
HMV Workers Hijack Company Twitter Feed As They're Being Fired
A reminder to change your passwords if you fire your social media team.
An Off-Kilter Chuck Hagel Fumbles On Iran
The Secretary of Defense nominee struggles with explanations of his past and present stances on Iran.
NRA Reclaims Its Position As The Left's Bogeyman
Move over, Koch Brothers and the Tea Party: Liberals have a new villain-in-chief. Cornyn complains of "demonization."
Everything You Need To Know About The Alabama Bunker Hostage Crisis
It's now been two days since an "anti-government" Vietnam veteran barricaded himself and the child. The family “hold[s] on by a thread."
This Worm Is Nature's Gunslinger
You've been slimed! Alternate title: Spider-Man looks different in person.
Monkey Rampage In Indonesia Leaves Seven Injured
The monkeys in the area, which are typically fearful of humans, went on a rampage last Monday, entering houses and attacking people.
New York Times Hack Started With A Simple Email Scam
In an internal memo, the company tells employees not to fall victim to phishing. A human hack, not code, let intruders through the door.
Disney Posts Oscar Nominated "Paperman" Online In Its Entirety
Disney doesn't need dialogue to tell a love story. The simple black-and-white animation is a delight to watch.
"Washington Post" Civil War Breaks Into Public View
Conservative senator quotes conservative blogger. Old-school reporter fights back.
Massive Fatal Accident In Detroit Shuts Down I-75 Freeway
At least one person has been killed in a major Detroit freeway crash that involved at least two dozen vehicles including tractor-trailers. Icy roads appear to be the culprit.
"Gay Dog" Saved From Execution By Frantic Facebook Campaign
UPDATE: The shelter confirms that the dog has been adopted.
Animals Auditioning For Shakespeare
William Shakesbear hopes to be Romeo's understudy in his college's theater production.
Two Women Caught At JFK Airport Wearing Cocaine Diapers
Surprisingly, a homemade diaper is not the best way to smuggle 6 1/2 kilos of cocaine into the country.
Someone Made A Surgery Simulator Game And It's Kind Of Awesome
It took two days to make, and it's free. It's also completely bonkers.
"Mr. And Mrs. Sith" Gives Insight Into Sith Courtship Rituals
Head canon accepted. While too sexy for Disney, this dangerous flirting game gives Klingons a run for their money.
Reasons Why In-N-Out Is Better Than Five Guys
The truth is in the taste.
This Is What A Torched iPhone Looks Like
Portal to another world, Eye of Sauron, or just an expensive couple seconds of fun?
Truest Facts About The Leaf Mimic Katydid
It looks like a f$%^ng leaf!!!
Is Lindsay Lohan About To Do Real Time?
"A judge is going to have little sympathy in sentencing her," says a defense attorney.
John Kerry Literally Thanks Everyone During His Senate Farewell Address
Even the reporters!
What Professor Hagel Taught
Cyberwar and Bjorn Lomborg at Georgetown. A former student is "disgusted" by the nomination process.
How "Smash" Became TV's Biggest Train Wreck
Smash was supposed to be the show that saved NBC — but people laughed at it instead. How did it all go so wrong?
Guess Her Muff 2.0: Girl #3531
Do you think you can guess how a babe keeps her muff based on how she dresses? Does your co-worker's carpet match the drapes? Is that geeky girl in your class secretly a sex kitten who shaves it bald? The answers might surprise you... This is…
