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December 18, 2013
43% Of Americans Believe In Santa Claus And 7 Other Things Americans Think About The Holidays
Public Policy Polling's annual holiday poll comes out tomorrow. An exclusive first-look given to BuzzFeed shows Americans are pretty divided over Santa's race, 40% of Americans said they believe in Santa Claus, many Americans believe the "War on Christmas" is real, and more people think Santa is a Democrat than a Republican.
Make Money By Letting Your Friends Tweet Dumb Things For You
Let anyone tweet from your account for $1. What could possibly go wrong? [UPDATED]
The Evolution Of Santa Claus
Based on historical facts… most of it.
What The Hell Is In Eggnog, Anyway?
We tried to create eggnog from scratch. It went...OK.
What Went Wrong For Olive Garden And Red Lobster
The hedge fund Barington Capital Group is mounting a campaign to break up the parent company of Olive Garden and Red Lobster, Darden Restaurants, in part because of the abysmal performance of those two chains. Here's a look at how they fell so far so fast.
10 Countries With The Most Imprisoned Journalists
Around the world, 211 journalists are in jail because of their work, making 2013 the second worst year on record, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.
Twitter Users Are Furious At New Breaking News Alerts
"You've been marked as spam and blocked."
Who Is Christmas Corner Guy?
Merry Christmas to the Corner!
Another AOL Property Is Set For A Major Revamp
The new leadership at AOL.com is planning a changes to its programming strategy and existing staff. One source said as many as 20 people have been laid off in what is being described as "starting from scratch."
Stonyfield Gets Win In Whole Foods' Decision To Drop Chobani Next Year
Organic yogurt-maker Stonyfield Farm just started distributing an exclusive Greek yogurt line at Whole Foods two weeks ago. The Wall Street Journal reported earlier today that Whole Foods will stop selling Chobani yogurt by early 2014 to make room for more organic and GMO-free brands.
30 cosas que te dan miedo sólo si vives en Los Ángeles
¿A qué te refieres? ¿Obama va a venir a la ciudad hoy? ¿Por qué nadie me dijo? !
Someone's Trying To Make A Google Glass For Creeps
Don't worry, money-flashing pickup artists: the future is yours, too.
The Everyday Struggles Of Clumsy People
Opening a soda always goes terribly wrong.
How Americans Celebrate Christmas, According To Statistics
Nearly half of Americans either don't celebrate Christmas or do celebrate it as a cultural holiday and not a religious one. Pew Research released data Wednesday on how Americans celebrate Christmas, according to a survey conducted December 3-8 of 2,001 adults.
Egg Industry Declares War On Eggless Eggs
The American Egg Board is buying paid search terms against a buzzy new egg alternative company in a bid to protect its lucrative turf.
The 50 Weirdest Facts About All 50 States
So majestic. Fairly weird.
38 Ideas increíbles de tarjetas de Navidad que deberías robar
Dales a todos los que conocen algo que estarán orgullosos de exhibir en el manto.
21 Problemas de la vida que todos los expatriados entenderán
¿Que quieres decir con que no hay comida china?
30 Times Harry Styles Was The Most Perfect Member Of One Direction In 2013
Short shorts, twerking, a Miley costume, and the most beautiful hip-twirling of the year.
Judge To Decide If Man Will Face Trial For Killing Unarmed Young Black Woman With A Shotgun
Testimony was heard to decide if Theodore Wafer will face trial for shooting Renisha McBride through a locked screen door after she was banging on his door in early morning hours.
Mike Bloomberg's Favorite Movie Is "Blazing Saddles"
His 10 favorite movies, as told to BuzzFeed. "The classics," and now he'll have time to watch them.
The 17 Worst Moments Of Any Job Hunt
Hell exists.
Fed Reduces Bond Buying To $75 Billion A Month Starting In January
The Fed is starting to "taper" its $85 billion a month bond-buying program due to some improvement in the economy but will maintain its other stimulus policies in full force.
Help The Internet Find The Mystery Couple Who Got Engaged At Rockefeller Center
We can do this, people.
Relationship Red Flags You're Probably Ignoring
One or two is OK. Ten is unacceptable.
Rob Ford Is Still Dancing His Way Into Your Heart
Ford got down with a reggae band at a Toronto city council meeting this week. Boogie on, reggae mayor.
RNC Sending Democrats American Flag "Lie Of The Year" Trophies That Were Made In China
The Republican National Committee is sending Democrats trophies commemorating PolitiFact's "Lie Of The Year."
Los 19 momentos más grandes e increíbles de 1913
¡Arte escandaloso, manifestantes enviados a la cárcel y las canciones de los clubes más populares!
Democrat Lists Republican Attack Site As Her Official Campaign Website
Amanda Renteria, call your office.
Why Anyone With A Soul Loves "You've Got Mail"
A lover and a hater rewatch a classic on its 15th Anniversary.
If All Disney Princesses Were Replaced With Beyoncé
Because every princess dreams of being a queen.
The Netherlands Passes Landmark Gender Identity Law
Transgender people in the Netherlands will no longer be required to be sterilized or undergo surgery in order to change their gender identity on official documents.
Passive-Aggressive Holiday Gifts For The People You Hate
I hope you have a wonderful holiday.
Blind Man Hit By Train Can Keep His Guide Dog Thanks To The Internet Donating Thousands
After hearing about the miraculous story, one man from Indiana has raised thousands of dollars to help Cecil Williams keep his guide dog Orlando.
Meet Shamate, China's Most Hated Subculture
China's young rural poor favor shamate fashion, a gawky blend of goth, glam and anime. Their urban peers can't stop ridiculing them.
Fox News Wishes "Happy Holidays" To Bill O'Reilly's Viewers
Only time will tell if O'Reilly will call out his employers for waging a "War on Christmas."
MSNBC Covers Santa Race Story For Seven Straight Days
The war on the war on the...
Nuevo embajador en Argentina provoca enojo en los partidarios adinerados de Obama
"Hay un sentimiento de 'Un minuto. Está consiguiendo eso con mi dinero".
Why Some LGBT Youths In Jamaica Are Forced To Call A Sewer Home
Young LGBT Jamaicans are chased out of their communities by family and neighbors using vigilante justice to enforce the country’s laws against homosexual conduct. Now police are trying to push them out of their shelter of last resort.
Los 40 gatos más torpes del 2013
Gracias a estos gatos por hacer nuestro año.
24 Pictures Of The Olympic Flame's Trip Around, Over, And Under Russia
The trip has not always gone smoothly.
23 Ways To Up Your Makeup Game For New Year's Eve
If ever there were a night meant for glitter, neon, and *~*drama*~*, this is the one.
23 Outrageously Delicious Cookies To Bake Right Now
It's time to celebrate Bake Cookies Day, arguably the best holiday of the ENTIRE YEAR.
Voici le nouveau clip de Stromae
« Tous les mêmes », toujours androgyne.
20 regalos de tu amigo secreto que no creerás que en realidad existen
No copien ninguna idea, idiotas.
17 Hilariously Tragic Holiday Baking Fails
Nailed it?
21 Completely Flawless Donuts
They woke up like this.
Pussy Riot Could Be Out Of Prison Tomorrow
An amnesty passed by Russia's parliament Wednesday is expected to free 2,000 prisoners, including group members Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Maria Alyokhina.
22 toquecitos que cambiaron el mundo en 2013
No podremos regresar a un tiempo antes de estos toquecitos. Verdaderamente cambiaron el curso de la historia.
Ambassador Appointment Draws Ire Inside Democratic Donor Class
The appointment of Noah Mamet, a consultant with ties to Jim Messina, to a major ambassadorship rankles Democratic donors and fundraisers. "There was a feeling of, 'Wait a minute. It's my money he's getting that with.'"
Ousted Egyptian President To Be Tried For "Conspiring To Commit Terrorist Acts"
Mohamed Morsi will be tried on charges of terrorism in what state prosecutors are calling the "largest espionage case" in Egypt's history.
"The Fault In Our Stars" Poster Will Make You Feel Feelings
Exclusive! Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort cozy up on the grass in this first look at the highly anticipated adaptation of John Green's best-selling novel, about two kids with cancer who fall in love. UPDATED with Green's comments on the tagline.
27 hechos impactantes e inesperados que aprendes a tus veintes
Alerta para la vida, anticipada: estabas equivocado literalmente acerca de todo.
26 personas que no deberían ser admitidas en Instagram
¿Recuerdas esa ocasión cuando un grupo de mapaches rabiosos atacaron a una chica mientras hacía un Instagram de una puesta de sol?
Les 27 leçons de la vingtaine
Vous aviez tort sur toute la ligne.
Public Support Is Low For A California Initiative To Cut Government Employee Pensions
A ballot initiative that would give government agencies in California more power to negotiate public employees' future benefits faces opposition from a number of mayors and low polling numbers.
Winning Tickets For $636M Mega Millions Lottery Sold In California And Georgia
Two lucky winners in the second largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history.
Jon Stewart Takes Down "The Deadly Knockout Game"
"Could the news media be overhyping the danger?" The Daily Show's Jon Stewart asked. "They've never done that before... Well there was that...all the time."
28 cartes de Noël exceptionnelles
Inspirez-vous en et offrez à vos proches une carte qu'ils seront fiers d'exhiber sur leur cheminée.
7 Advocates Working To Change Marijuana Laws In New York City
In New York City, more people are arrested for marijuana possession than for any other crime, at a cost of $600 million in taxpayer money over the last decade.
What California Gov. Jerry Brown Would Bring To The White House
Some people want Gov. Jerry Brown to make another run for president, and he hasn't "ruled it out," according to the Los Angeles Times. A look at what he would bring to the Oval Office.
