Archive
September 16, 2013
Butterball Seeks Man Capable Of Cooking Turkey
The nation's No. 1 turkey vendor needs a new Turkey Talk-Line spokesman. If you "self-identify as a man," it could it be YOU.
Man Arrested For Throwing Firecrackers Over White House Fence
The scare occurred about 12 hours after the deadly mass shooting at the Washington Navy Yard.
8 Celebrity Tweets You Missed Today
Here's what happened today!
Major League Baseball Postpones Game In Washington, Sums Up Today's Events Pretty Well
This is how the postponed Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves game is listed on MLB.com
20 Reasons "Frasier" Is The Best Sitcom Of All Time
Frasier premiered 20 years ago today. Man, I still don't know what to do with those tossed salads and scrambled eggs.
Young Black Man In A Car Crash Knocked On Doors Asking For Help And Was Shot And Killed By Police
"I truly forgive him. I pray for him. And I pray that he gets off the police force," Georgia Ferrell said of the police officer who shot and killed her son. "You took a piece of my heart that I can never get back."
Wall Street Faces An Unfriendly New Senate
Changes on the banking committee take out Larry Summers. "It's a milestone," says a Congressional staffer.
27 Incredibly Easy Ways To Upgrade Any Halloween Party
Raise your spirits while you're raising some spirits.
LiveNation CEO Didn't Start Sell-Off
Some of the top hedge funds dumped their stakes in the live entertainment giant before Rapino sold his shares. Maybe they should have held on.
Spammers Are Using Twitter Lists To Invade Your Feed
On the eve of Twitter's IPO, spammers are finding new ways to annoy you.
Officials Now Say That The Navy Yard Shooter Did Not Use The Same Style Weapon As Sandy Hook And Aurora
If you aren't familiar with it, meet the AR-15. UPDATED with official statement from the FBI concerning the weapon used by Aaron Alexis during Monday's attack.
Twitter And Facebook Return To Iran
UPDATE: IT WAS JUST A FLUKE.
MSNBC’s "Morning Joe" Loses Its Starbucks Endorsement Deal
The last time the coffee giant was mentioned as the show's sponsor was Aug. 29, 2013.
Edward Snowden Goes Unrecognized In Russia While Awaiting Family Visit
The NSA whistleblower is living in a secret location under guard, his lawyer says. “No one has recognized him so far."
Everything We Know About Aaron Alexis, The Man Allegedly Behind The Washington Navy Yard Shooting
Updated: Law enforcement officials said Aaron Alexis, a former Navy reservist, allegedly killed 12 people Monday. He had been arrested previously on gun-related incidents. Friends told reporters that Alexis was a practicing Buddhist who spoke Thai.
Rapper Mykki Blanco Accuses Britney Spears Of Exploiting Gay Fans For Money
"It's not 'gay pride' it's 'gay marketing.'"
Lawyer For Delhi's Gang Rapists Said He Would Burn His Daughter Alive For Having Premarital Sex
His license could be canceled for "professional misconduct."
One Chart That Illustrates Wall Street's Disappointment With Apple
The company Steve Jobs built has lost nearly $50 billion in market cap in the past month. It's still not clear if new iPhones will be enough to re-ignite growth and bring back investor confidence.
Powerful Photo Of Navy Yard Employee Leading A Blind Colleague Away From The Shooting
Omar Grant, a civilian worker at the Washington Navy Yard, led his blind colleague off the base when he heard gunshots.
36 Clever DIY Ways To Decorate Your Classroom
The classroom of your dreams is easy to achieve with a little DIY magic.
Senate Goes Into Lockdown In Wake Of Navy Yard Shooting
There is no “information to suggest the Senate, its Members, or staff are in any danger, but out of an abundance of caution, we feel this is the best course of action to keep everyone safe,” Senate officials say in email.
Dennis Rodman "Folded Like A Cheap Tent" In North Korea: Kenneth Bae Friend
"You've gone too far," a friend of Bae's says after Rodman's refusal to ask for the prisoner's release.
What Ever Happened To GOOD?
Remember GOOD magazine? Its parent organization has a new partner. The military.
17 Absurd "Attack On Titan" GIFs For Every Occasion
This anime makes all the sense.
The Most Heartwarming Moment In U.S.–Russia Relations Ever
It will make you cry.
The Dangers Of Automated Advertising
"We noticed it's raining tonight in Boulder!" Oof.
10 Conspiracy Theories People Are Already Circulating About The Washington Navy Yard Shooting
If you come across any of these today, assume they are unverified and most likely false.
The Lesbians In This Video Really Hate Bi Girls
SMH. Biphobia is not a good look. WARNING: NSFW language.
Kentucky Senate Candidate Posts Then Deletes Tweet About Pro-Gun Rally During Navy Yard Manhunt
A spokeswoman for Matt Bevin says they deleted the tweet because organizers hadn't started promoting the event yet.
Who Were The Sexiest U.S. Presidents?
Check out these slices of executive beefcake. Yum.
How To Write A Hipster Rock Anthem
This song was written ironically. Combining elements from bands like Arcade Fire, the Lumineers, and Vampire Weekend, we wrote and recorded this song in two days, and then we made a video that looks like an Urban Outfitters commercial.
Learn Art History Through 10 Stunning Pairs Of High Fashion Heels
The amount of ornate detail practically begs for these to become reality. Designer Nick Adelman challenged himself to encompass different cultures' art in a fashion medium.
Obama Doesn't Plan To Meet Iranian President At U.N., White House Says
But "we remain ready to engage with the Rouhani government on the basis of mutual respect."
Joe Biden Went To Iowa, Which Is A Place You Go If You Want To Run For President
He was there for a steak fry, but you know...
Obama: "Yet Another Mass Shooting"
As news unfolds in Washington, Obama confronts another "tragedy."
Andrew Cuomo Plays Peacemaker As Bill Thompson Yields Mayoral Primary
As Thompson withdraws from a possible runoff, de Blasio takes the nomination by Cuomo's side. "I wanted to be here to support Bill and help unify the Democratic Party," says the governor.
How To Find Your First Tweet In 7 Easy Steps
Take a tweet down memory lane.
Kris Jenner Posts A Bikini Photo
Is this what being desensitized to pop culture is like? Because I feel nothing when I see this.
Intense And Mesmerizing Photos From The Scene Of The Navy Yard Shootings
Images are coming in from today's shootings at the Washington, D.C., Navy Yard.
9 Political Views We Can Deduce From Your Drinking Habits
Republicans are lightweights and Democrats drink wine. See what else SurveyMonkey helped us dig up through a survey regarding people's drinking habits and their stances on various political issues.
Oh Shit, Grumpy Cat Cake Pops
I am actually surprised it took this long for these to exist. Via Bakerella.
10 DIY Headbands To Tame (And Frame) Your Hair
Don't let a bad hair day get you down. Slap a cute headband on 'em and show those locks who's boss!
Russian Official Gloats Over Navy Yard Shooting
With multiple people injured and the gunman still at large, a member of Russia's parliamentary foreign affairs committee says the shooting is an example of "American exceptionalism."
Bill De Blasio Secures Democratic Nomination In New York
Bill Thompson, his chief rival, will drop out, the Daily News reports.
UN Inspectors: "Clear And Convincing Evidence" That Chemical Weapons Were Used In Syria
"The results are beyond doubt and beyond the pale," says Ban.
At Least 13 Killed In Shooting At Navy Yard In Washington
Developing: The alleged gunman, identified as 34-year-old Aaron Alexis, is dead. Eight others were wounded in the shooting, a Navy official said.
Gap Will Test Twitter Ad Power With First TV Campaign In Four Years
The once-iconic television advertiser is back on the small screen. But Gap's commercials aired on Twitter first, and promoted tweets are unusually central to the retailer's TV move.
How The World Has Changed Since Britney Spears Gave Us "Work Bitch"
All hail our Holy Queen.
Holding The Olympics In Our Gay World
The Sochi Olympics are all about LGBT rights. And now everyone has to make a choice.
A Lot Of People Are Very Upset That An Indian-American Woman Won The Miss America Pageant
"And the Arab wins Miss America, classic."
Miss California's Answer About Syria Vs. Obama's
Miss California, 22-year-old Crystal Lee, was asked about possible U.S. intervention in Syria Sunday night at the Miss America pageant. Obama answered the same question last week.
Miss New York Crowned Miss America 2014
Nina Davuluri is the first Indian-American to be named Miss America.
Why Everyone Loves Miss Kansas
For starters, the 22-year-old blonde beauty, Theresa Vail, is a sergeant in the U.S. Army, who is a great shot.
Mexico Hit By Two Severe Storms
UPDATE: At least 34 people have been killed in Mexico from the hurricane and storm that converged on the country from the east and west coasts.
