Archive
May 15, 2013
Obama Tries To Tamp Down Three Controversies At Once
Damage control in D.C.
Read The Benghazi Emails
White House releases Benghazi emails. Update: Official tells BuzzFeed the release vindicates the Obama administration.
20 Unbelievably Tiny Knitted And Crocheted Things
Warning: Your whole entire heart is about to explode. Sorry.
Dairy Queen Is The Place Where Dreams Come True
Dairy Queen is the happiest place on Earth. Sorry, Disneyland.
Man Is Tased By Police As He Records Video Of Them Breaking Down His Door
A California man recorded police allegedly entering his home without a warrant and managed to capture unsettling footage of them tasing him and his wife.
Louie Gohmert Gets Heated With Eric Holder: "He Has Challenged My Character"
Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert got into a heated discussion with Eric Holder today over a bunch issues, most notably the FBI's interview with deceased Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev in 2011. He mentions asparagus at one point.
The Hidden Cost Of Instant Reporting
It's never been easier to be a reporter. And it's never been easier to cheat at it, either.
Prince Harry Attempting To Play American Sports Is Adorably Awkward
During his visit to the United States, Prince Harry struggled with some American sports.
If This Week Were An Episode Of "Scandal"
Washington could use a little Olivia Pope right about now.
Eric Holder Just Doesn't Know
The head of the DOJ is all like, "idk, man."
Congressional Press Questions Constitutionality Of Snooping
Congressional press galleries call on the Department of Justice to explain how the "unparalleled use of your investigative power is constitutionally consistent."
Republican Outreach Director Who Ditched GOP Was Recently Applying For Jobs At RNC
"In this case it may be a more an issue of employment rather than policy," says Spicer.
Eric Holder And Darrell Issa Battle It Out
Longstanding animosities bubble to the surface during tense oversight hearing.
Mom Charged For Allegedly Trying To Give Away Son On Craigslist
She says she wasn't actually going to give him away, but she's still been charged.
New Media Shield Law Might Not Have Protected AP
The White House confirms they asked Schumer to reintroduce the bill.
How The Obama Administration Is Having The Worst Week Ever
LOL, Government.
How to Dress for Your First Job
It's more complicated than just not looking "slutty."
Official Trailer For "Riddick" Debuts
Vin Diesel returns as the sci-fi underdog. The third installment to the franchise finds Riddick left for dead, again, on a sun-scorched planet, again.
KFC Is Being Smuggled Into Gaza Through Underground Tunnels
Contraband chicken!
26 Ways To Embrace The Oncoming Cicada Invasion
If you can't beat 'em, eat 'em. Or wear their wings around your neck as jewelry.
Attorney General Says He Didn't Know About Press Snooping
Eric Holder told Congress that his Deputy Attorney General signed off on secret subpoenas for AP phone records.
18 Delicious Breakfasts From Around The World
Reddit user Sonicbomb complied photos of breakfasts from around the world that will put your cereal to shame.
What Your Body Will Do In The Next 30 Seconds
Starting... now! Good work, body.
19 Treats You Didn't Know You Could Make From Cinnamon Rolls
Move over, Cinnabon: There's a new roll in town.
Chris Hadfield Wringing Out A Towel At Home
Watch a man try to relive his glory days. In his home in Canada.
Are You A Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, Or Miranda?
You can't go through life not knowing which woman from Sex and the City you TOTALLY are. Take this personality quiz and you'll know once and for all.
26 Everyday Occurrences In Australia
When you live on a barely hospitable desert island that was once a continent-sized penal colony, your life tends to be a little more badass than the average person's.
IRS Scandal Crushes Campaign Finance Reformer Dreams
There's little chance the IRS will enforce campaign finance laws now, say some advocates. Ennui is setting in. But some see hope down the road.
51 Insanely Easy Ways To Transform Your Everyday Things
Love the idea of DIY but hate the actual effort it requires? Here are some creative ways to reuse the stuff you already own.
How Facebook Turns Your Innocent Posts Into Annoying Ads
The uncanny future of Facebook advertising.
Is This The Most Adorable Game Ever Made?
Animal Crossing: New Leaf makes a play for the cute crown.
Ricky Martin Champions Two LGBT Rights Laws In Puerto Rico
The legislation has a good chance of becoming law on the island just months after its supreme court upheld a ban on same-sex couples adopting children.
The Most Beloved "Game Of Thrones" Characters On Twitter
Find out who's watching Game of Thrones, and who their favorites are, in BuzzFeed's original Twitter analysis.
The 23 Most Perfect Foods In The Universe
We celebrate these heroes today because they refuse to conform. Because they Will Not cave to the pressure of social norms. Because they are just too special.
Charles Koch Might Be An Elaborate Stephen Colbert Character
Has anyone ever seen these two in the same place at the same time?
15 Thoughts You Should Keep To Yourself
The brain is a weird place. Three days a week, Owlturd draws the funny, bizarre musings inside his head.
Frat Bros Put Post-It Note On Passed-Out Buddy And Dump Him At Hospital
Police say the underage student had about 20 shots of tequila and was in extremely critical condition.
Which Internet Companies Have Your Back?
A surprising list from the EFF. Twitter comes out on top.
Top Romney Strategist: Hillary Clinton Will Lose A Democratic Primary
"If I was a Democratic hot-shot politician, I would primary her so fast," says Stu Stevens. Hickenlooper 2016?
This Nude Painting Of Bea Arthur Is Worth $2.5 Million Dollars
The post contains a nude painting of Bea Arthur, so obviously this is NSFW.
Excellent Charles Koch "Nigerian Prince" Facebook Scam
Good effort! Good try!!
American Sentenced To 15 Years Hard Labor In North Korea
Kenneth Bae, a Washington state resident, is accused of trying to establish an anti-Pyongyang base in North Korea.
Meet The Beat-Mixing, Gangsta Rap-Loving Tea Party Congressman
Rep. Trey Radel wants his fellow Republicans to get outside the echo chamber — and gain an appreciation for N.W.A.
IRS Actions Are "Intolerable And Inexcusable" Says Obama
President Obama in a statement asked Treasury Secretary Jack Lew to "hold those responsible for these failures accountable."
Fort Hood Sexual Assault Prevention Office Coordinator Accused Of "Abusive Sexual Contact"
A soldier assigned to coordinate a sexual assault prevention program in Texas is under investigation for "abusive sexual conduct" and other alleged misconduct and has been suspended from his duties, the Army announced Wednesday.
Joaquin Castro: Provisions For Gay Couples Could Kill Immigration Bill
"I wouldn't say that possibility doesn't exist," says Castro. But calls on Republicans to support it.
