Archive
June 25, 2012
Sheryl Sandberg Joins Facebook's Board, But To Activists That's "Not Sufficient"
A number of activist organizations protested the absence of women on Facebook's board of directors before the company's IPO. They're taking credit for COO Sheryl Sandberg's appointment, but say it's not enough.
Fans Implore "Game Of Thrones" Author To Write Faster Through Song
Two books left to pen and the fan base withdrawals are kicking in. But remember, no matter how much we want The Winds Of Winter, George R.R. Martin is not our bitch.
Barack Obama, The "Yes" Man GIFs
For those times you need the president to agree with your friends for you in GIF form.
Marvel Heroes Take On New Nemesis: Breast Cancer
Captain America looks good in pink. This October, eight Marvel comics will have variant covers to help promote awareness about breast cancer.
The "Bat Computer" That's Going To Be In Every Cop's Pocket
Cue the Minority Report comparisons.
Mass Effect FemShep Barbie Needs To Be Real
How this isn't in mass production as I type is a travesty. Tired of waiting for Bioware to get on the ball, Introverted Wife took it upon herself to give little girls everywhere a Barbie with body armor and an Omni-Tool.
22 Gifs That Will Make You Really Hungry
Do not read if you are stranded on a deserted island right now.
Romney Criticizes Immigration Ruling
Says the Court should have given more latitude to states' rights. Also slams Obama for state of immigration: "It didn't have to be this way."
When Obama Wouldn't Get Specific
Mitt Romney has been under pressure in recent days for his failure give specific answers related to Obama's immigration policy change or the Supreme Court's decision on Arizona's immigration law. In 2008, Obama was often attacked by rivals for his reliance on feel good rhetoric, so much so he had to release an ad titled "Specifics."
MSNBC's The Cycle: “We Are Better Than Them”
Touré makes his pitch to cable-news junkies who are searching for something to watch at 3PM.
Who Are The People Selling Jerry Sandusky's Book On Amazon?
Speaking with one woman — and two automated, English-deficient spambots — about the ethics of making money off a convicted child-abuser's autobiography.
Joe Biden In 2007: Let The States Experiment With Health Care Reform First
In 2007 during a campaign stop in New Hampshire, Vice President Biden, then a candidate for president in the Democratic primary said the states should experiment with health care reform first. Biden added that once a majority of the states have reformed health care "30, 35 states" the Federal government should cherry pick the best parts for national reform.
Lawyer: Obama Responsible For Town's Expenses
His campaign stop in New Hampshire is costing the town of Durham upwards of $20,000. Though an anonymous donor offered to subsidize the expenses, Obama may be on the hook.
If Mitt Romney Did Pharmaceutical Ads
He'd definitely be selling Viagra. You have to admit, stock footage of Mitt Romney looks eerily like stock footage from erectile dysfunction ads.
Romney Spokesman Is Not Having A Good Day
A lengthy exchange with reporters couldn't produce a clearer view of Mitt Romney's postion on the Supreme Court ruling on Arizona's immigration law or Obama's policy change related to immigration.
Can Deneen Borelli Convince Black People To Vote For Republicans?
A difficult job. Deneen Borelli of conservative FreedomWorks, says conservatives need to work harder at "reaching the black community with message of limited government."
Lavender Town IS Real And Other Links
The hills are alive, with the sound of allergy sufferers sniffling in misery while their loved ones take photos. Also, it's time to branch out when it comes to apocalypse theories and great white sharks are headed to the Northeast.
Steve Nash Is Rumored To Be Signing Pretty Much Everywhere
If your team doesn't have a starting point guard lined up — hell, even if it does — it's probably pursuing 38-year-old Steve Nash.
Obama Spokeswoman's Firm Worked For SuperPAC
Priorities USA retained Jen Psaki's Global Strategy Group for polling. Psaki says she was "walled off."
Watch A Blind Man Learn To Play Basketball
It's hard not to find the adventures of Tommy Edison inspiring.
The Mathematically Correct Way To Cut A Bagel
One Möbius bagel, please. Extra cream cheese. Good luck explaining this to the guy behind the counter at Bruegger's.
The Rise And Fall Of The World's Most Beloved Music Player
It's hard to love iTunes and even harder to love Windows Media Player. But there was a time, back in the Napster days, when people actually loved their music players. I was a dedicated Winamp guy before I switched to Foobar (now I'm on Rdio), so Ars Technica's history of Winamp, written for the player's 15th anniversary, is a hell of a nostalgia trip.
Karl Rove In A Golf Cart And Other Scenes From Mitt Romney's Weekend Getaway
The political paparazzi were out in full force at Romney's private retreat for big donors last weekend in Park City, Utah.
3 Questions For Mitt Romney On Immigration
Romney's refusal to go into specifics has gotten increasingly conspicuous as immigration moves center-stage in the election. Here, three specific policy questions for the candidate.
White House Warned Not To Delete "Leak" Emails
The investigations heat up, and the staff is warned. No shredding allowed.
Six Democrats Who Misinterpreted Romney's Remarks On Arizona's Immigration Law
Democrats including Harry Reid and President Obama have claimed Mitt Romney said Arizona's tough immigration law SB1070 was a "model" for immigration reform. But he didn't actually say that. A review of Romney's remarks in question show he was referring to only one portion of the law, E-Verify, as a model for the nation.
Village Voice Writer: Gay Republicans Like "Jewish Nazis"
On his blog, nightlife writer Michael Musto calls the gay Republican group GOProud traitors for endorsing Romney. UPDATE: LaSalvia: "Have you seen Michael Musto lately? We aren't going to take serious political advice from a human Muppet."
Browsing Facebook With Open Arms
A new, hidden "Find Friends Nearby" feature hints at a wildly different future for Facebook. Get ready to make some friends on Facebook, finally.
5 Things You Need To Know About The Supreme Court's Arizona Decision
SCOTUS struck down parts of Arizona's strict immigration law today, but upheld others. What does it mean?
New Gallup Poll On Sentiment Towards Romney's Church
BuzzFeed's McKay Coppins joined Craig Melvin on MSNBC's Weekends with Alex Witt to discuss the recent Gallup poll saying 18% of Republicans would not vote for a Mormon president. "I think actually [Romney's faith] could matter a great deal," Coppins said.
Exclusive! Batman Re-Imagined: An Interview With Geoff Johns
This ain't your father's dark knight. Two years in the making, Batman: Earth One gives Bruce Wayne's origin a new perspective.
How Cable News Reported The Arizona Immigration Law Ruling
CNN and MSNBC reported most of the law was struck down, while Fox News reported parts of the law were upheld.
Video: Both Presidential Candidates Have Flip-Flopped On Health Care
The Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on the constitutionality of ObamaCare and its individual mandate, the portion require individuals purchase health insurance or pay a fine. In 2008 Romney advocated for the individual mandate, while Barack Obama and Joe Biden campaigned against it. Now the reverse is true, with Romney campaigning against the mandate on national level and Obama and Biden campaigning in favor of it.
CNN's Gergen Doesn't Know What To Make Of SCOTUS Immigration Ruling
The dangers of covering SCOTUS decisions as breaking news. (h/t Dylan Byers and Ryan Lizza)
What Happens When You Throw A Box Of Garbage In A Volcano Lake
This is pretty cool.
MSNBC Host: "The '12 Presidential Campaign Is Gross"
Joe Scarborough declared himself repulsed by the amount of money being spent on the 2012 presidential campaign coupled with the empty rhetoric coming from both candidates.
Nokia's Weird "Content Company" Period
Dalton Caldwell explains Nokia's misguided efforts to win the phone wars with content rather than great software or hardware. I'd add this: Nokia was clearly taken for a sucker by Hollywood when it came to working out these content deals, but they were also tricked when it came to product placement. In the last five years, I've seen more Nokia smartphones in movies and on TV than I've seen in real life.
Halperin Claims Any SCOTUS Ruling On Health Care Is Bad For Obama
TIME Magazine's Mark Halperin tells "Morning Joe" that the president will be a loser no matter what the court decides on health care.
The Obamas Recall Their First Date
"Take tips gentlemen," advises the president. Lunch, art, and Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing.
