Archive
May 23, 2013
Gabriel Gomez: Ed Markey Is "Dirty And Low...Pond Scum"
"He's just gotta be called what he is. That simple."
Anthony Weiner's Insane First Day Campaigning
“I’m not blocking it, they are!”
'80s Don Draper: The Music Video
'80s Don Draper is one of the best Twitter accounts out there. But it's even better with lots and lots of synths.
Boy Scouts Vote To Allow Gay Troops
BREAKING: Boy Scouts of America will end a ban on openly gay scouts. Gay adults are still not permitted to serve as scout leaders.
12 Tenets For Living An Outstanding Life
Being a geek is pretty much the best thing ever.
The Cost To Win A Proxy Battle: $10,000 In Fancy Dinners To See The Votes
Proxy votes are supposed to be secret. But that didn't stop one proxy advisor from leaking them.
There's An Etsy Store Called "Signfeld" And It's Exactly What It Sounds Like
They sell "posters about nothing." All your bare-walled-apartment woes have hereby been solved.
No, Marriage Equality Isn't Making Gay Men Have Less Sex
Actually, gay men may be changing marriage more than it's changing them.
Obama "Troubled" By How Leak Investigations May "Chill" Investigative Journalism
"A free press is also essential for our democracy, that's who we are."
Obama Faces Dogged Heckler At Drone Speech
"The voice of that woman is worth paying attention to." Code Pink's Super Bowl.
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Trayvon Martin Cell Phone Photos Show Weed, Guns And Horseback Riding
Pictures and text logs from Trayvon Martin's phone were released by George Zimmerman's defense team today. The Martin family attorney said the photos were inadmissible, calling the photo dump "desperate and transparent."
This Is The Woman Who Interrupted Obama's Speech
Medea Benjamin interrupted President Obama's speech on drones Thursday afternoon. This is not the first time she's done something like this.
Investors Pouring Money Into Ketchup Instead Of U.S. Bonds
Food sector stocks are becoming increasingly appetizing in the hedge fund community. Insiders say these stocks are driving the market to new highs.
14 Exasperating Parts Of The Job Interview
By some miracle of the universe, you finally got a job interview!!! ZOMG. Now comes the hard part.
The 7 Worst Human Rights Abuses Committed By The New Xbox
It hates the poor, the military, and the Europeans, among others.
Video: Anti-Drone Protestor Takes Over Obama's Counterterrorism Speech
"I'm willing to cut the young lady who interrupted me so slack, because it's worth being passionate about."
The Lifecycle Of A Goldman Sachs Transaction Is Exactly Like The Mating Embrace Of Frogs
The banking goliath released a chart explaining its transaction review process today, and it seems a little familiar.
27 Delectable Geeky Cakes Almost Too Pretty To Eat
Many of these are more fondant sculpture than edible dessert.
15 Cereal Combinations That Will Change The World
Combining cereals is THE ONLY WAY. Cereal purists, get outta here.
These 3D Bags Will Put Your Backpack To Shame
And make you question your approach to carrying things.
Anthony Weiner Recycles From Old Campaign: Four Old Ads
The brochure, the logo, the video of his mother, the love of "stickball," and the sort of subway sound at the end of his videos are all ideas from his 2005 run for mayor worked into his new campaign.
38 Grilling Recipes That Will Make You Want To Be Vegetarian
Hot dogs, schmot dogs. Prepare to fend off jealous carnivores trying to get in on this delicious veggie grilling action.
22 Dreamy Art Installations You Want To Live In
These interactive art installations bring a little glimpse of the surreal to real life.
Chuck Norris Wrote Over 1,000 Words Defending Tim Tebow
Yep, you read that correctly.
What Do Dogs Think About The Tumblr Sale?
Get ready for some real talk with those who were really affected.
The Console War Isn't About Gamers Anymore
And it isn't just about games.
20 Non-Scrapbook Ways To Remember Your Vacation Forever
You may only get two weeks of vacation time a year (THANKS AMERICA) but you can make sure those memories last a looooooong time. These ideas also work for weddings, birthdays, and any other occasions you'd like to keep around.
How To Handle A Workplace Setback Like A Grown-Up, NBA Edition
Alternate title: Roy Hibbert, Giant Human, Shows Great Class, Restraint By Not Squashing His Dumb Coach's Head In His Giant Hands.
The 43 Types Of Celebrity Middle Fingers
Because sometimes nothing else will get your point across.
Young Ron Paul In A Uniform And On A Bicycle Is Decidedly Dapper
Libertarian Lady Killer.
How Long Can House Republicans Go Before Turning On Each Other?
The divided conference unifies in the wake of Washington scandals — but how long can it really last? "I think there's a little spring in our step these days, but the real test will be the debt limit," says Hudson.
5 Easy And Adorable Ways To Organize Your Cords
We could all use a stylish way to keep your cords from getting all tangled in your bag.
12 Good And Bad Deals That Have Cost Yahoo $10 Billion
Yahoo's worth nearly $30 billion. But a lot of that value has come from acquisitions. Some have worked out — others not so much.
The 23 Most Important Expressions Of Jay Carney
So...colorful.
New York Tabloid Front Pages Ignore Weiner
Weiner's midnight announcement that he's running for mayor keeps the tabloids (mostly) at bay.
Why Your Dinner Doesn't Taste As Good As It Looked Online
As aggregators and social media put increased focus on visuals, a great photo matters more than a great recipe. And the bloggers aren't talking about it.
8 Excellent Reasons To Love Star Trek's New Carol Marcus
Not all heroes look the same. There's been some rumblings that Dr. Marcus isn't living up to her legacy. Warning: MASSIVE "Star Trek Into Darkness" spoilers!
Tough Assignment
Wal-Mart on Wednesday hired Dan Bartlett, a former adviser to President George W. Bush, to rebuild its public perception as head of corporate and government affairs. Good luck with that.
The 21 Funniest Roommate Trolls Of All Time
Saran-wrapping the toilet seat? PLEASE, that's for amateurs.
Get Motivated In 60 Seconds
Let's get pumped!
House Demands Answers From Department Of Justice Over AP Spying Scandal
As Republicans gear up for potential hearings, Judiciary Committee presses DOJ for role of attorney general in AP spying.
Anthony Weiner Ready For Apology Campaign
The disgraced former congressman says he's apologized to his wife "many, many times," and he'll apologize to voters, too. "I know that part of this process is going to be doing a lot of apologizing."
How "Rapture-Palooza" Found The Funny In The Biblical Apocalypse
In this exclusive clip, Anna Kendrick witnesses her parents deal with an angry (and rather single-minded) locust.
Left Presses Andrew Cuomo On Campaign Finance
"If he only does a half-measure or doesn't come through, it would be very hard for him to have an excited base," Radford says.
What It's Like To Call The Cable Company
The descent into madness and the darkest reaches of the human mind.
Jerry Hall, 70s
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Issa Designer Daniella Helayel Leaves Label
The split is a "mutual" one; Helayel is said to have been unhappy in her position for a while. After all, how are you supposed to top the Duchess of Cambridge wearing your clothes for her engagement photos?
Tensions Brew Inside White House Over Counsel's Role
Has an overly-aggressive White House Counsel’s office gotten Obama into trouble more than once?
House May Launch Hearings Over Justice Department Media Spying Scandal
"If we lose the constitutional foundations of a free press in this country, tyranny is at the door. Obviously I am very concerned about that," Rep. Trent Franks said.
Is This The Face Of A New Global Human Rights Movement?
A controversial son of Venezuela's elite brings a Cold War sensibility to the chaotic 21st century. "I'm not washing my hands here," says Thor Halvorssen.
