Archive
March 19, 2013
C-SPAN At 34, Ten Great Moments
An estimated 47 million people watch C-SPAN at weekly according to the network. Here's ten great C-SPAN moments.
"High Probability" Syria Used Chemical Weapons
President Bashar al-Assad accused rebels of a deadly chemical weapons missile attack on Tuesday. Rebels rebuffed the claims and blamed the regime. At least 25 people died and more than 110 others were injured in the town of Khan al-Asal, Syrian state media said.
11 Horrifying Facts About Your Fresh Groceries
Congrats on not eating Doritos and McRibs every day. Be careful, though. Your local veggie and meat aisles can hide health-threatening horrors too.
Obama: If You Like The Irish, You Should Love Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Story of Irish-Americans "yet another reason why we need to build an immigration system for the 21st century," says the president.
What Obama Is Doing In Israel
Not nothing, but not as much as he once hoped. Where the laws of gravity always apply.
The Iraq War Timeline As Told Through Front Pages
Shock and Awe to the insurgency to the surge.
8 Crazy Ways To Make Deviled Eggs
WHAT IF: Potluck Deviled Egg Bar for Easter brunch?!
Watch Nicki Minaj Interview Nicki Minaj
Whoaaaaa, tripppyyyy
18 Totally Badass Star Wars-Themed Lunches
You're not a fan unless you eat like one too.
The Secret Hat Collection Of Dr. Seuss Goes On Display
Over his life, Dr. Seuss collected hundreds of amazing hats. Now Hats Off to Dr. Seuss! has collected some of them in an eccentric art exhibit.
20 Things You'll Find At A Craft Camp For Grown-Ups
At Brooklyn Craft Camp, there are more pop-poms, paper flowers, and Project Runway winners (read: one) than you've ever seen in your life.
The Essential Great Recession Simulator
Cart Life, the game of near-poverty, is easier to play than ever. That doesn't mean it's easy.
9 Legendary Teams That Wouldn't Be Legendary If All Playoffs Were Like March Madness
Single-elimination changes the game up.
Joker-Esque Mystery Man And The Scarecrow Forge An Alliance
If a partnership based in kidnapping can be considered an "alliance." What new evil is afoot in Justice League Of America #2?
Facebook Knew I Was Gay Before My Family Did
A well-placed ad led one Facebook user to wonder if the social media site was reading his text messages. In truth, he was probably outed by an algorithm.
Utah Republican Laments Congressional Tech 'Ignorance,' Lack Of Nerds
"Don't Be Scared Of Google Glasses," tech savvy Rep. Jason Chaffetz says.
Alabama Republican Slams Closed-Door Bipartisan Immigration Efforts
Conservative senator laments the fact that interest groups are "meeting in secret with a small group of senators" to craft bill.
For Iraq, The War Isn't Over
The war may have ended for the US, but in Iraq, civilian deaths have increased since 2011.
This Is Supposedly The Strongest Coffee In The World
It's called Death Wish. It claims 200% more caffeine than normal coffee, and it costs $20 a pound.
Guy Stage-Rushes Kansas City Mayor During Speech
Is this the most exciting thing to ever happen during a Kansas City State of the City?
Spanish Protesters Take Over A Bank Lobby To Protest Evictions
Members of Spain's Mortgage Victims' Platform (PAH) took over a bank branch on Tuesday to protest recent evictions in the area.
15 Things You Can Make With Your College Rejection Letters
Harvard makes a very pleasant hat.
The Brooklyn Nets Are Shutting Down The Best Official Twitter Account In The Game
RIP @Nets_PR. You were too beautiful for this world.
Who Showed Up To Justin Timberlake's Release Party For His New Album?
And did the newly-single Ryan Seacrest come as his date — or is that just how these photos appear?
Israeli Embassy Posts Interesting YouTube Video Previewing President Obama's Visit
The video, which features the "Golden Girls" theme song, was posted on the official YouTube page of the Embassy of Israel in the USA. (h/t Chuck Todd)
12 Absolutely Delightful Quotes By Rachel Zoe
I love this woman.
11 Neat Things To Do With Jell-O (Besides Eat It)
This gelatinous treat shouldn't be relegated to school cafeterias and Grandma's dubious Jell-O salad. Discover new ways to enjoy this childhood staple.
Malala Yousafzai Goes Back To School
The 15-year-old girl shot by the Taliban is back in a classroom, pink backpack and all.
Steve Kornacki Is The New Host Of MSNBC's "Up"
He replaces Chris Hayes, who's moving to a weekday prime-time slot.
Rand Paul Brings New Words, And An Old Plan, To Immigration Debate
A "pathway to citizenship" by any other name.
15 More Very Questionable Retro Inventions
Let's try and estimate the possible injuries that occurred.
27 Clever And Unconventional Bathroom Decorating Ideas
Sometimes an odd touch is what takes a room from dull to designer.
According To Wikipedia, Ezra Klein Is MSNBC's New Weekend Host
UPDATE: Wikipedia was, in fact, wrong - Steve Kornacki will be replacing Chris Hayes. Ezra Klein's Wikipedia page has been updated to indicate that he is the "future host of Up on MSNBC weekend morning's [sic] after Chris Hayes moves to weeknights." Seems legit.
Twitter Is Not Celebrating The 10 Year Anniversary Of The Iraq War
Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld received no love for his celebratory tweet about the war in Iraq. Tough crowd.
The First Movie About Apps Might Be The Worst Movie Of All Time
Say hello to InAPPropriate Comedy.
Lil Wayne Is Out Of The Hospital
Wayne spent six days being treated for seizures, but is thankfully recovering. He's gonna be okay, guys.
This Is How Newspapers Covered The Start Of The Iraq War 10 Years Ago
"GOOD MORNING, SADDAM."
27 Video Game Noises That You Will Never Be Able To Forget
These are the sounds of happiness and obsession.
What Newspapers Looked Like The Day We Invaded Iraq
Ten years ago, the U.S. invaded Iraq. This is what our newspapers looked like then.
10 Inexpensive Minimalist Rock Posters To Make Your Walls Awesome
Designer Mike Joyce has just released Swissted, a book of 200 tear-out vintage rock posters he's reimagined. SO MUCH HELVETICA.
Musical Magic Happens When "Schoolhouse Rock" Meets "Star Wars"
Even kids in a galaxy far, far away have to learn proper grammar. Hopefully One Minute Galactica continues the series!
Disturbing Pictures Of Ohio Gunman Wearing A "Killer" Shirt In Court
Eighteen-year-old T.J. Lane gunned down three students at a high school in northeast Ohio last year. He was given to three life sentences today.
57 Magical Ways To Use Maple Syrup
Now that print is dead, maple syrup is officially the greatest thing made by trees.
11 Remarkable Before-And-After Photos Of Iraq
On March 19, 2003, U.S. soldiers invaded Iraq. How things have changed in 10 years.
Here's When People Actually "Read Later"
Eighty percent of reads happen in the first 35 days. Outside of read-later apps, that only takes six days.
Ian McKellen Is Going To Marry Patrick Stewart
Everyone knew Magneto and Professor Xavier were meant to be together. Oh wait, McKellen is marrying Stewart to someone else? DAMN!
7 Marines Dead After Training Exercise Explosion In Nevada
Seven more are injured.
Pope Francis Celebrates Inaugural Mass
The new pope urged world leaders to care for the poor and helpless as he officially began his ministry as leader of the Catholic Church. Before the Mass started, the pope spent time greeting the hundreds of thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square and even left his Popemobile to bless a disabled man in the crowd.
A Wingsuit Flight Between Two Brazilian Skyscrapers
Daredevils Jokke Sommer and Ludovic Woerth thread the needle between two buildings in Rio De Janeiro that are 36 stories tall and 28 feet apart.
The Largest Bridge Demolition In Texas History
Several thousand spectators gathered at Lake Marble Falls early Sunday morning to watch the implosion of the old U.S. 281 bridge.
U.S. Defense Contractor Charged With Spying
Benjamin Pierce Bishop allegedly hid his relationship with a Chinese woman from the government even though his position and security clearance requires him to report contact with foreign nationals.
Rand Paul Will Support Path To Citizenship
The 2016 presidential contender warns that Latino exodus from GOP "says more about Republicans than it does Hispanics."
Democrats Not Shaking In Their Boots Over RNC Changes
As the RNC sets out to expand outreach, Democratic reaction boils down to “we’ll believe it when we see it.”
Jake Tapper's Brand New CNN Show Looks Really Familiar
The first new show of the Jeff Zucker era is good, but it's nothing new.
