Archive
August 2, 2013
How To Overcome Your Party Anxiety
No more hiding in the corner for you. With a big assist from America's Funniest Videos.
Democratic Party Chief Angers Democrats
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz plans to use her position to fuel — and fund — her own political ambitions. "Outrage" in the White House.
Do You Get Braingasms?
Everyone's talking about this tingly brain sensation called ASMR. Are you one of the people that get it?
9 Celebrity Facts That Might Explode Your Brain
James Lipton gets down like that.
Ellen DeGeneres' 10 Best Moments Hosting The 2007 Oscars
If her previous Academy Awards emcee gig is any indication, we can expect a lot of audience participation at the 2014 Oscars!
Penis Size By State
See how male endowment varies across all 50 states.
27 Children's Movies That Are Wise Beyond Their Years
Quotes of wisdom from your favorite childhood movies.
Meet The College Junior Behind The Longest Fan Fiction Ever
3.5 million words, and counting. "It was a good way to learn English."
Exclusive: Square Looking To Expand In New York
The company is looking for bigger office space and plans to ramp up hiring of engineers.
This Elaborate Fan Theory About "Labyrinth" Will Blow Your Mind
Why is the King of the Goblins abducting babies from teen girls anyway? Glam Damnit has spent a lot of time thinking about this. A lot.
George Clooney Blasts Hedge Fund Manager Dan Loeb For Being A "Carpetbagger"
In an interview with Deadline, Clooney went on a tirade against the activist investor who has criticized Sony's recent movie performance.
17 Affordable All-You-Can-Drink Brunches In NYC
Boozy brunch is New York's favorite sport.
This 185-Pound Sea Creature Will Haunt Your Dreams
Why does it exist?
33 Rad Supplies That Will Make You Pumped To Go Back To School
Whether you're a teacher, a student, or just someone who appreciates a truly A+ pen, this stuff will make sitting in a classroom all day so much more appealing.
Watch This Guy Control A Rat's Body With His Brain
Twitch, twitch.
Aubrey Plaza Is Probably Going To End Up With Amy Poehler
She said it herself, people.
12 Things You Shouldn't Be Cooking With Olive Oil
Get it hot enough to sear meat or roast veggies and there's tons of smoke, your food tastes bad, and it might actually be toxic.
The State Department Will Provide Visas To Same-Sex Couples
The policy change, effective immediately, said Secretary of State John Kerry tears down "an unjust and an unfair barrier."
Israeli Prime Minister Stands By Tweets About Iranian President
"No tweet about Rouhani comments was removed," a spokesman says.
People Angrily Tweet At United Airlines Parody Account Thinking It's Real, Parody Account Hilariously Responds
"We allow you to exchange worthless paper for the opportunity to ride a missile across the world."
The Dell Deal May Finally, Mercifully Be Nearing An End
Michael Dell and Silver Lake Partners sweetened their bid by offering a 13-cent dividend in exchange for delaying the vote until Sept. 12 so they can have time to sway shareholders to accept the new offer. Now updated with Icahn's comments.
Scott Walker: I'm Not Involved At The Federal Level, "Yet"
The Republican governor of Wisconsin hints at a possible presidential run in 2016.
Governors To Get Their Freak On At "Denim And Leather" Motorcycle Event
Serious badass governors only.
The Fastest Man In The World Finally Gets His Own Game
Temple Run 2, meet Usain Bolt.
Terrorism Threat Prompts State Department To Close Some Embassies, Issue Monthlong Travel Alert
"Current information suggests that al-Qaeda and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks both in the region and beyond."
Senator Gets Bro Survival Kit From Fellow Senator
Come at me bro.
The Best Way To Grill Eggplant — With Crunchy Lamb Croutons
Today your summer grilling correspondent will focus on a vegetable, for a change. Of course, there's an optional meat garnish.
Heroic Cop In China Defies The Law To Rescue Dogs Confiscated By The Police
He saves dogs that have been taken from their owners by fellow officers and put in cages to be killed.
The Box Office Gross Of Every Woody Allen Movie Adjusted For Inflation
Saying Blue Jasmine is the famed director's highest-grossing film to date isn't entirely accurate.
41 Beauty Products That "Really Work," According To Pinterest
Pinners = gospel. Your new holy grail beauty product awaits. Bet you can't get through this post without buying something.
Mark Zuckerberg Joins Zero-Hour Push For Immigration Reform
The Facebook CEO will speak publicly for the first time about comprehensive immigration reform at a screening of Documented. "Zuckerberg cares about what's good for his industry but he's not limiting it to that," America's Voice founder Frank Sharry says.
Fierce And Fabulous Street Art From All Over The World
This queer graffiti is beautiful, funny, and seriously badass.
Newt Gingrich Was Born For "Crossfire"
As Newt's campaign chief of staff in 2012, I watched the candidate destroy his opponents on debate stages across the country. An insider's take on what makes Gingrich the best debater in politics today.
Report: Russian Official Says Anti-Gay Law Will Not Be Enforced During Olympics
Officials continue to give conflicting statements on whether legislation is going to apply to athletes and visitors to the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics.
Taiwanese Lawmakers Exchange Punches Over Nuclear Plant Bill
Legislators were voting Friday on whether to adopt a controversial national referendum on the construction of the country's fourth nuclear power plant in New Taipei City.
Republicans Take Up Cause Of Religious Liberty — And Ditch Family Values
A shift from offense to defense in the culture war. "We're not some sort of moral majority in American culture," says Moore.
Why Russia Turned Against The Gays
Vladimir Putin's new campaign for national — and political — survival.
How Edward Snowden Can Survive Russia
Luxury living, a primetime TV show, and an endless flow of vodka could await the NSA whistle-blower in Moscow. He just has to stay away from examining Russia's own ills.
Facts That Will Completely Horrify You
Now you can creep out your co-workers with these fun facts. Just don't be THIS creepy.
Why A Twitter-Monitoring Startup Just Raised $165 Million
Hootsuite is an enterprise-grade Twitter client that just raised a huge pile of cash. But a big chunk of that is going to help early investors cash out.
