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May 7, 2013
Joe Biden Tells Supporter He Opposes Keystone Pipeline, But Is "In The Minority," She Says
The activist recalls a conversation on the controversial pipeline project. "He grabbed my Sierra Club hat on my head and said, 'Yes, I do — I share your views."
OpUSA Attack On Federal Government Either Didn't Happen Or Didn't Work
"Whatever it is didn't even rise to 'give a damn' levels," federal official says.
19 Totally Hygienic Foodbaths
Dim the lights, flip on the Celine Dion, and fill your tub with Cheetos. This isn't amateur hour, folks.
Jason Kidd Is Turning Into A Ghost
The veteran has played big minutes in six straight games without scoring a single point.
18 Instagrams Taken In Syria In The Last Month
The internet was turned off in Syria on Tuesday. While it's tough to verify which recent Instagrams were actually taken on the ground in Syria and which photos are fake, these photos were all geotagged to locations in Syria over the last month.
8 Celebrity Tweets You Missed Today
Here's what happened in the celeb twitterverse today!
Alleged Anti-Gay Attack Outside New York Knicks Game
A gay couple claims they were attacked in broad daylight on Sunday afternoon outside Madison Square Garden. The NYPD released images and video of the possible suspects involved.
The Final Day In South Carolina's First District
On the last day of the campaign, the style of the two candidates — Mark Sanford and Elizabeth Colbert Busch — could not be more different.
Honest Trailers Takes On Abrams' "Star Trek"
Prepare to be blown away by what was essentially a Star Wars demo reel.
James Holmes Will Plead Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity
His attorney's filing comes one month after prosecutors announced they were seeking the death penalty in the Aurora theater shooting case.
White House Brings Obama's Optimism On Immigration Back Down To Earth
Obama says he's "absolutely convinced" comprehensive reform will pass this year. Senior administration officials are optimistic too, but they note there's still a House GOP.
The Internet Is Off In Syria
Real-time traffic reports show internet traffic has virtually disappeared throughout the country.
Watch The Gay Sitcom That Has Become A Sensation In Vietnam
The series about gay 20-somethings in Vietnam has become a YouTube sensation.
Rubio Argued In 2006 Book For Moving Up Florida Primary
"Currently, a small, non-diverse group of citizens (the voters of Iowa and New Hampshire) have a disproportionate impact on the nomination of presidential candidates."
Woman Dressed As Hulk Suspected In McDonald's Assault
Police say the attack was unprovoked.
How To Marinate And Make Better Food
Throw a bunch of things in a plastic bag, put in raw meat, go to work (or sleep), and when you come back, best friends.
Dennis Rodman Is Playing Diplomat Again
American Kenneth Bae has been sentenced to 15 years of hard labor in North Korea. But Dennis Rodman is on the case.
MSNBC's "Morning Joe" And Chris Christie: A Love Story
The governor of New Jersey has been mentioned in over 500 episodes of MSNBC's nationally broadcast morning show since 2009.
HRC Says Republican Resistance To Same Sex Immigration Protections Is Homophobic
"These senators are towing a tired line that no longer represents mainstream opinion, and they’re throwing same-sex couples under the bus in the process," Human Rights Campaign says of opposition.
Why Two-Factor Authentication Won't Stop The Hacking Crisis
Important? Yes. But not foolproof. Hackers find their way through the internet's next great safeguard.
The Internet Erupts Over Onion Article Graphically Describing Chris Brown Killing Rihanna
Many are calling the The Onion misogynist and racist for the way the publication chooses to write about women of color.
You Will Never Look At An N64 Controller The Same Way Again
And neither will your partner.
21 Perfect Mother's And Father's Day Cards Made By Kids
The best way to say "I love you" is with a poem about farts.
Obama Ramps Up Syria Rhetoric
Mentions successes in Libya and in killing Osama bin Laden in the same breath as Syria.
The Amazing Story Of The Three Rescued Ohio Women
Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus, and Michelle Knight were found alive in a Cleveland home a decade after they disappeared.
President Obama Finally Gets Around To Commenting On "Gangnam Style"
During a press conference with the president of South Korea, no less.
Leading Pakistani Politician Injured After Terrifying Fall During Rally
Imran Khan, a popular Pakistani politician, took an impressive fall from a makeshift lift during a recent election rally.
Mark Sanford Explains His Change Of Heart On Three Term Limit Pledge
The former governor is now running for a fourth term after previously pledging to serve only three. Sanford said his change of heart came after a conversation with his former chief of staff.
9 Surprising Things That Might Not Be Vegetarian
Herbivores, prepare to have your day ruined.
Investigation Into Alleged Trafficking At Saudi Compound Continues
The investigation into allegations of human trafficking at the home of a Saudi diplomat has not yielded enough information to press charges yet. It remains unclear whether the person being investigated has diplomatic immunity.
The Sexiest Party Schools In The Country
Because academics aren't everything.
Michael Jackson Really Did Have That Skin Pigmentation Disease And Also He Tattooed His Eyebrows
A doctor who performed an autopsy on Jackson's body said he really did have vitiligo, the disease that causes irregularities in skin pigmentation. He also had tattoos all over his face.
7 Young Congressmen And Their Favorite Cartoons As Kids
Politics can be adorable.
Florida Teacher Asked To Resign Over Nude, Racy Modeling Photos
Olivia Sprauer, a high school teacher from Florida, was asked to resign after her modeling photos were sent to her principal.
12 Spectacular Illustrations Of Men In Classic Pin-Up Poses
Sexy or ridiculous? Both? Both! Artist Paul Richmond turns popular "cheesecake" poses on their head with "Cheesecake Boys."
13 Mouthwatering Cicada Dishes For The Summer
Buzz-feed your family in the oncoming cicada apocalypse.
Can You Make It Through This Video Without Your Stomach Dropping?
For the desk-chair adrenaline junkie in all of us. Inspired by this post.
Let's Stop Calling Games "IP"
They're better than that. We hope.
7 Photos Of A Skinny Chris Christie
The New Jersey Governor recently had lap-band surgery to reduce his weight, at the urging of his family.
Life-Changing Tip Of The Day: Turn Your Graduation Cap Into A Flask
Foodbeast's Dominique Zamora figured out how to make her college graduation ceremony a whole bunch more bearable.
75 Graphically Gorgeous Geometric Tattoos
An angular tattoo is probably one of the least regretful things to get emblazoned on your body.
Gun Advocate Says Armed March On Washington Will Be Totally Safe
"It's all going to be very well choreographed," Kokesh says.
No One Watched Howard Kurtz's Apology Sunday
The CNN media critic used the first 15 minutes of his Reliable Sources show Sunday to apologize for a rash of recent reporting errors. Even lower ratings than usual.
An Ode To Halfcat
Meet Halfcat, the first animal species native to Google Street View. Or a weird Photoshop? Either way:
10 Ways Men And Women Spend Their Money Differently
From shopping for deals to going out at night, men and women dole out their cash (and save it) in different ways.
Sarah Polley's New Film About Her Family Is Excellent
Stories We Tell explores a crazy family secret with grace and honesty. Plus, an exclusive clip from the movie, which opens in New York on May 10.
Amy Seimetz Leads A New Generation Of Women Filmmakers
With roles in Upstream Color, The Killing and HBO's Family Tree, plus her own directorial debut Sun Don't Shine, the Florida native is dominating TV and theater screens. She's also fighting subtle sexism and an outdated industry.
Anti-Chris Christie Ad Targets Talk Show Appearances
The third ad buy against the Republican governor. "There's one Chris Christie who's funny on talk shows."
South Carolina Comes Around To Mark Sanford
As the race for South Carolina's 1st District tightens, the former governor is in a very good mood. "It turns out he's crazy as a fox and it looks like he's going to pull this off."
The Bulls' 5'9" Third-String Point Guard Stole A Win From The Heat
Nate Robinson went off at the end of Game 1 to help the ultra-shorthanded Bulls beat the Heat in Miami.
29 "Punk" Things That Happened On The Met Gala Red Carpet
Punk ran the gamut from Madonna wearing no pants and a gym locker around her neck to...Anna Wintour sashaying in a pretty floral gown.
Federal Government Hunkers Down For Massive Cyber Attack Tuesday
Middle Eastern "OpUSA" hackers expected to attack feds Tuesday. Questions over White House preparedness.
Elizabeth Smart: Cultural Obsession With Purity Makes Rape Victims Feel “Worthless”
"I felt so dirty and filthy... I understand so easily all too well why someone wouldn't run because of that alone."
The Disgusting Little Things People Do
It's the little things that really gross you out.
Three Women Missing For Years Found Alive In Ohio
Amanda Berry went missing at age 16 in 2003, and Gina DeJesus went missing at age 14 on her way home from school about a year later. These two women, along with another woman, Michelle Knight, who has been missing since 2002, and an unidentified child were found in a residential community in Cleveland on Monday.
How To Tell If You Are The Spawn Of Hippies
Does kombucha flow in your veins? Do you dance to the beat of your own drum circle? Yup, your parents might be hippies.