Archive
July 27, 2012
RIP Tape Delay
While NBC is streaming most of the Olympics this year, they opted, strangely, for tape-delayed opening ceremonies. But did they tell their social media team, who is live-tweeting it?
The Best Movies From "The Dark Knight Rises" Cast On Netflix
Here are some lesser-known films featuring Dark Knight Rises personnel that would be worth your time from the comfort of your own home.
Horror Hospital: The Most Shocking Photos And Testimony From The Dawood Military Hospital Scandal
If you look at only one story about the Afghan War this year, make it this one. An explosive Congressional investigation revealed horrific new details this week about a U.S. funded military hospital in Afghanistan that kept patients in "Auschwitz-like" conditions. Warning: Graphic images.
Video Game Grandpa Meme And Other Weekend Links
He's trying to relate to you. Also, the future of writing using only your eyes and athletes have some weird hobbies.
The Best One-Line Email Jeff Bezos Ever Sent
A former employee of Amazon sent a message to its founder on Sunday, asking him to donate to a Washington state same-sex marriage referendum. She hadn't worked there since 2001. Two days later, Bezos pledged $2.5 million.
If Gotham Hosted The Olympics And Other Links
Let the games...begin. Plus the greatest training montages in film history and China is cracking down on Internet "criminals."
Abortion Ban Vote Steps On GOP Message
“Obama raising taxes is supposed to be the message of the week … not this,” a conservative Republican argued of Majority Leader Eric Cantor's scheduling decision. On Tuesday, the House is set to vote on a bill banning abortions in Washington, DC.
Breaking With '08 Rhetoric, Jay Carney Won't Call Jerusalem Capital Of Israel
In a video that had gone viral on YouTube, White House press secretary Jay Carney refused to identify the capital of Israel to White House reporters. The statement by Carney is a far cry from 2008 when Obama was unequivocally stating Jerusalem would be the capital of Israel. The White House's official policy on the capitol of the country, however, remains consistent with previous administrations.
Liberal Group: "Romney's Trip Isn't Working"
Taking a page from the Romney campaign playbook, American Bridge makes Margaret Thatcher's 1978 campaign slogan — "Labour isn't working" — its own. A slam on Romney's rocky foreign trip.
Craigslist Ad Of The Week
Via Phoenix. It involves Chewbacca—what the hell else do you need?
Tea Party Leaders: Be "Mature" When We Primary You
There's no crying in politics.
BREAKING: CNN Chief Jim Walton Resigns, Memo Here
Walton announced Friday that he will be stepping down as president of CNN, saying that the news organization needs "new thinking" and "a different perspective."
Sheryl Crow Records Theme Song To Katie Couric's New Talk Show
Absurdly infections. And I mean that in the worst way possible.
Young Adult Novel Uses Blackface To Drive The Plot
Save the Pearls wants to be the next Hunger Games. I...don't think that's going to happen.
House GOP Leader Refuses To Condemn Bachmann's Anti-Muslim Crusade
"I think that her concern was about the security of the country,” GOP Leader Eric Cantor said Friday
Antoine Dodson Weighs In On Chik-Fil-A
In a surprising twist of the Chik-Fil-A gay marriage controversy, viral video star Antoine Dodson, who is gay, says he will continue to eat there. Delicious waffle fries trump politics in this case.
Can You Just Show Up Wherever You See Your Friends On Foursquare?
Short answer: no. Long answer: no. Plus, how desperate do you look when you instantly respond to emails?
Giant Dust Storm Rolls Through Phoenix Tops The Morning Links
Over 9,000 homes were left without power. Plus, one of Hefner's ex-girlfriends is about to become a mom and the Wobble might be the next big dance craze.
International Tea Partiers Do Dallas
FreedomWorks invited Tea Party representatives from all over the world to their conference in Texas. "We are friends."
Mitt Romney Backtracks On London Olympics: London Is Ready
“After being here a couple days it looks like London is ready,” Romney said on the "Today Show" this morning.
BuzzFeed Veepstakes: July 27
Lots of moves before the Opening Ceremonies. Think Tim Tebow.
