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July 2, 2013
Freelancers Union Cashes In On Obamacare
The group, which sells health insurance plans to independent workers, has received $340 million from the federal health law to set up cooperatives. But in New York, they're trying to get their members out of some of the more expensive provisions.
Former White House Obamacare Point Man Defends Delay
"The GOP is just playing Obamacare politics," Nick Papas tells BuzzFeed.
Amazing Human Shield Forms Around Women Protesters In Tahrir Square
Egyptian men protect female protestors in Cairo.
Employers Won't Have To Provide Health Care Until At Least 2015
Businesses with more than 50 employees will have at least an extra year before they are required to provide workers with health insurance, as first reported by Bloomberg.
Bolivian President's Plane Rerouted Under Suspicion That Edward Snowden Was Aboard
President Evo Morales flew out of Russia Tuesday after a trip in which he expressed sympathy for the former National Security Agency contractor. Bolivia denies that Snowden got on the plane with him.
Why The Success Of "The Heat" Doesn't Mean Anything To Hollywood
It's still unusual for Hollywood to make movies starring mostly women — and when they do, audiences often don't care. Can the cycle be broken?
Russian Scientists Build Monument To Honor Lab Rats
A symbol of gratitude for their sacrifices to science. Without rodents, many breakthroughs would not have been possible.
9 Celebrity Tweets You Missed Today
Here's what happened today!
33 Everyday Street Scenes From Late 1800s New York City
The city wasn't so different, as these 1896 photos from the New York Public Library's collections show.
The Surprising, Ingenious Amish Gadget Culture
No electricity? No problem.
15 Book Series To Read If You Enjoyed "The Hunger Games"
Warning: You're about to fall down the rabbit hole. Say hello to your summer reading list.
Look At This Prosthetic LEGO Leg
Ingenious.
Clearly "The Great Gatsby" Needed A CGI Intervention
The first step is admitting the problem. Hollywood's crippling CGI addiction is getting embarrassing.
Chavril Got Married On Canada Day
That story and more in today's CelebFeed Gossip Roundup!
Michael Bloomberg Will Host Fundraiser For Joe Manchin
The New York City mayor and staunch gun control advocate hosts Manchin at his home later this month.
Anthropologie Creating More Value With Lower Prices, Home Goods
The Urban Outfitters-owned brand's performance is improving after lowering prices and adding more home goods, according to a Citigroup research report.
The Fabulously Gay-Friendly Trailer For The Animated Family Film "The Boxtrolls"
"Sometimes there's a father and a father. Sometimes, both fathers are mothers."
Mesmerizing Video Of Tahrir Square Filling Up With Protestors
Tens of thousands of people filled Tahrir Square on Monday to protest Egypt's President Morsi.
Andrew Cuomo Channels His Inner John Hancock
He's taken to signing his name with a big 'ole exclamation point in certain key situations. !!!
That Time Anthony Weiner Blamed Al-Qaeda For His Sexting Scandal
"An angry Weiner head," al-Qaeda called him.
This Is The Best Use Ever Of A 3-D Printer
Usually they make dumb crap. Here they make awesome video game crap.
18 Helpful Diagrams To Solve All Your Clothing Woes
These'll make storing, organizing, and wearing your stuff a snap.* *hahahahhahaa.
E.W. Jackson To Democrats: No YOU Are The Ones Running On "Divisive Social Issues"
"Extreme social policies have no place in Virginia leadership."
For Publishers, Google Reader Dwarfed Google+ To The End
Up until its last days, Google Reader sent far more referral traffic than Google+. Even weirder: Usage has increased over the last three months.
Andrew Mason's Album Reveals How Much His Firing Hurt
Beneath the former Groupon CEO's twangy guitar playing and scratchy lyrics is an introspective record about getting burned by the experience of going public. Unlike his jokey resignation letter, this is how he truly feels about getting fired.
Bald Nun Sex Accidentally Broadcast On Giant Billboard In China
This is why you shouldn't watch porn at work. Only mildly NSFW.
Nearly Half Of All Americans Will Buy Fireworks For The Fourth Of July
It's almost the Fourth of July, and that means fireworks. Some figures on the nearly $1 billion fireworks industry.
The Royal, Unborn Baby Already Has A Wikipedia Page
Prince William and Kate Middleton's child seems to be the first person to get a Wikipedia page before being born.
The Perils Of Field Reporting
Hey, you try getting photobombed every single day of your life.
The Most Encouraging Political Photo In History
Kiss, kiss, bang, bang.
9 Things You Need To Know About The World Of "Pacific Rim" Before You See The Film
It's not just giant robots beating up huge monsters. It's just mostly giant robots beating up huge monsters. Buzzfeed spoke over the phone to Pacific Rim creator and screenwriter Travis Beacham. (Warning: Spoilers!)
5 Toxic Chemicals In Your Food Right Now
Will Billy's birthday cake kill him? Find out what's in the food you eat.
10 Red State Vs. Blue State Marriage Equality Ruling Covers
How outlets in the most Republican and Democratic states covered the Supreme Court's rulings last week on DOMA and Prop 8.
MUSIC VIDEO PREMIERE: "We Can Bark" By Maltey Cyrus
Yes, dogs recreated Miley Cyrus' new song. Yes, you want to watch it immediately.
Dennis Rodman, Still Looking For Attention, Tells "Sports Illustrated" He Could Win A Nobel Peace Prize
Here are five other insane things that the NBA Hall of Famer said in a new interview. (He's on the cover of the mag holding an eagle.)
19 Ways To Cook Faster
Let's agree that nuking a Hot Pocket doesn't count.
The 11 Sexiest Photos Of Edward Snowden
Dude's got some pretty great shots.
U.S. Car Companies Had A Fantastic June
Following high sales in May, all three major US car companies reported big numbers for June as well. Here's how quickly cars are moving off the lot in the hottest U.S. auto market since the recession.
32 Unexpected Things To Do With Balloons
Balloons bring instant joy and happiness to one's life. It's a fact.
Michelle Obama And Laura Bush Teach Us How To Throw A Proper First Lady Party
Yesterday first lady Michelle Obama and former first lady Laura Bush met in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania for the African First Ladies Summit, in order to promote continued economic investment for women in Africa.
The $15 Game That Will Get You Through The Summer Game Drought
Rogue Legacy, by Cellar Door Games.
5 People Former Groupon CEO Name Checks On His New Album
'Hardly Working,' Andrew Mason's album of motivational music for business executives dropped last night, complete with shout outs to Jack Welch, Steve Jobs, and Will Farrell.
Does Anyone In The World Actually Want Edward Snowden?
The former government contractor has applied for asylum in more than 20 countries. UPDATE: Nearly a week later, Snowden has been formally offered asylum in Venezuela.
The $2,000 Tweet
For hedge funds engaged in proxy battles, taking to Twitter can get costly. Legal fees, on average, run around $2,000 per tweet.
Shocking And Graphic Footage Of Police Shooting Dog Goes Viral
Warning: This post is NSFW.
How To Explain "Game Of Thrones" To A Beginner
Perhaps the most difficult task in all of history. Scott Meyer of Basic Instructions makes a valiant effort.
11 Last-Minute Fourth Of July DIY Projects For The Whole Family
It's officially time to get everyone into the red, white, and blue spirit.
Nigerian BuzzFeed Is The Best BuzzFeed
Oodera is a vaguely familiar looking viral news and pop culture site based in Nigeria. Gbam.
18 Horrifying Political Face Swaps
No. Just no.
Grace Jones & Naomi Campbell, '90s
Grace Jones & Naomi Campbell, '90s
Egypt’s "Couch Party" Swings Against The Muslim Brotherhood
A "silent majority" makes noise in Cairo. Morsi holds on.
Cory Booker's New Balancing Act
Torn between City Hall and the campaign trail, Booker is vying for a seat in Washington during what he promised would be his most productive year in Newark. Don't worry, he's going to leave "a nice long letter on the desk of the next mayor."
How To Play Pizza Roulette
Broken down in perfect video form.
Remembering The Arizona Firefighters
Sunday night, 19 members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots lost their lives battling the wildfire in Yarnell, Ariz.
