Archive
March 27, 2012
Mitt Romney Vetoed Human Elevator Bill
The former Massachusetts Governor vetoed a bill allocating money to improve elevators to comply with the American Disabilities Act.
Confessions Of A Pinterest Spammer
Prepare for a flood: "Pinterest is by FAR the easiest social network to spam right now. Quite possibly the easiest ever to spam... I fully expect next week's earnings to be $2,000-2,500 a day."
Watch A Jeremy Lin Impersonator Do An Interpretive Dance On A Chinese Talent Show
Jeremy Lin means different things to different people, clearly. Keep your eyes open for Lin and Landry Fields' uber-nerdy handshake.
Romney SuperPAC Comes To New York
Restore Our Future, the Romney campaign's deathstar, is moving in on the April primaries in the Northeast.
In Report, Santorum Claims Only Five Staffers
Santorum is only paying five people directly, according to his campaign's FEC report. Others appear to be paid through a consultant, but it's a small crew against the Romney behemoth.
"Hunger Games" Themed Wedding
A little visual fantasy for Team Peeta. Of course, the real Katniss probably wouldn't be caught dead in this gorgeous fluffy dress. But Carmen Santorelli sure does photograph it well.
Tricked Out "Tron" Baby Stroller
Perfect for your little Program. Procreating doesn't mean you relinquish your geek card.
Madonna Caught Kissing Nicki Minaj And Other Links
Apparently it was a birthday present. Plus, does a school have the right to expel a student who curses on Twitter and what country recently legalized brothels? These and other Buzz that flew under the radar await your clicking pleasure.
How America Buys Digital Music
Weirdly! In 2011, Americans spent nearly as much on ringtones and ringbacks as we did on subscription services like Spotify.
4 Ways The Healthcare Decision Will Change Women's Lives
Today the Supreme Court considers the Affordable Care Act (better known in some circles as Obamacare) and their decision could have a big impact on women's health. We talked to some experts on exactly what the decision will mean.
Barack Obama In 2001: "I Don't Agree With Missile Defense"
President Obama has come under fire for comments he made caught on a hot mike to Russian President Dmitry Medvedev asking him for "more flexibility" on missile defense until after the November. He's walked a careful line on his support for a missile defense system in Eastern Europe in recent years, but in 2001 while a commenter of PBS Chicago's show Chicago Tonight, Obama said that he was opposed to Bush Administration plans for missile defense.
Conservative Site's Lead Story: "Registered Dem Killed Trayvon"
Also reminds readers that Zimmerman is Hispanic. "It's obviously newsworthy," says Continetti. "We do what we do."
You Can Buy Your Own 1959 Master's Green Jacket For Only $33,180!
Hurry, before some crazy person bids even more.
What Does Pinterest Look Like Without Copyrighted Content?
Pinterest has a copyright problem, and it's trying to solve it. Good luck: Pinterest without copyrighted content is pretty bleak.
The Best Things Russian Twitter Wants To Transmit To Vladimir Putin
President Medvedev's promise to Obama that "I will transmit this information to Vladimir" prompted a Twitter campaign to send everything from news of corruption and oppression to images of ipads, champagne, and hand-grenades. The hashtag is #япередамэтоВладимиру. (h/t POLITICO)
Romney Campaign Staff Laptops, iPads Stolen
The staff had detailed information stolen during a weekend off in San Diego. Body guy Garrett Jackson among the victims, according to a San Diego news report.
Spider-Men, Spider-Men
No Marvel, that's Venom. Not sure what's going on here but now the mental image of Peter Parker birthing tiny multitudes of Spider-Men from a sac on his back is ingrained permanently in my brain.
Examples Of Awkward Teambuilding
All photos taken from the most recent BuzzFeed Corporate Teambuilding Summit. Not really, but looking at these photos reminds me of all the fun we're missing out on.
New York Post Attacks Lawmakers For Wearing Hoodies In Honor Of Trayvon Martin
The backlash is officially underway.
Mitt Romney's Many Homes
Republican Presidential frontrunner Mitt Romney drew more attention today for ill-timed plans to triple the size of his La Jolla, Calif. home and add a car elevator. It's not his only property, however, and here's a look at his other lodging.
Top Shop Model Is Totally Stoked About Summer
His enthusiasm is exhausting me.
Stan Van Gundy Makes Fun Of Toronto's Fans
When The Raptors score 100 points the fans get a free slice of pizza. So when the crowd went wild, despite their team being down 16 points, Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy was confused.
Fame: Win More Twitter Followers Than Lady Gaga
The rules of Fame are simple: Each day, everyone has to follow a new winner. The creator says he won't stop until the follower pool is bigger than Gaga's.
From The Mormon Church, A Light Lobbying Touch
A Salt Lake Tribune survey shows a legislature stacked with Mormon lay leaders — but very little lobbying from the church itself.
The War On Men: 7 Crazy Pieces Of Real Legislation
In response to the anti-abortion and anti-contraception bills floating around in state legislatures all over the country, some lawmakers are introducing bills in protest of the legislation. Here are the craziest.
A Machine Took My Job
A 35-year Ralph's cashier reflects on the rise of automated checkouts: "They call them robots, each terminal is called a robot. And there's a lot of theft that goes on."
Marcus Camby Threw A Hail Mary And Other Things You Missed Last Night
Did you have a hot Monday night date? Get too wrapped up in Dancing With The Stars? Play too much Mass Effect 3? Don't worry. We've got you covered.
Bill Clinton, Israel Critic
A blurb for Beinart's book, and old animosity with Netanyahu. The former president chooses a side in an ugly family quarrel.
In Secret Documents, Anti-Gay Marriage Group Looked To Divide Gays, Blacks
Blunt language and broad plans from the National Organization for Marriage. A goal: "Fanning the hostility." Another project: "Sideswiping Obama."
