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August 12, 2013
Is Billionaire Hedge Fund Manager Bill Ackman Destroying His Credibility?
UPDATED: A series of dramatic letters and erratic behavior by billionaire hedge fund manger Bill Ackman isn't helping his activist investment efforts with J.C. Penney and Herbalife. His decision to resign from the board of J.C. Penney on Tuesday caps a year of public battles and strange moves, but is it too little, too late?
Leading Pro-Israel PR Firm Splits Up
"I'm sure that Steve will get Latkes & Vodkas as part of the divorce," Dorf says. A less-than-friendly breakup.
Anthony Weiner Mocks BuzzFeed For Cat Videos
"You can do this or show videos of cats, whatever it is you do at BuzzFeed," Weiner said Monday in response to a question about his relationship with his former roommate Daily Show host Jon Stewart.
Anthony Weiner: The New York Times Doesn't Want Me To Win
"They write stories about the color of my pants," Weiner said Monday. Weiner added that not caring about The New York Times "makes them nuts."
Anthony Weiner Pulls Out F-Bombs To Rip Bike Lanes
"I said to Mike Bloomberg: The first thing I was gonna do as mayor was hold a press conference tearing out your — this is the internet, right? — tearing out your fucking bike lanes," Weiner said. "It was a joke," he added.
Anthony Weiner: Stop-And-Frisk Is "Racial In Nature"
The embattled former congressman and mayoral hopeful said the controversial stop-and-frisk policy — which was ruled unconstitutional today — "does appear to be racial in nature" based upon the race of the people stopped.
Anthony Weiner: I'm Still Seeing A Therapist
The embattled mayoral hopeful Anthony Weiner said he still sees a therapist Monday. Weiner was speaking at BuzzFeed's question-and-answer event "BuzzFeed Brews."
Meet The Man Leading Yahoo's New York Spending Spree
T.R. Newcomb is in charge of corporate development in New York, and he is shopping around for startups.
9 Ways Ed Miliband And Wallace From "Wallace And Gromit" Are Basically The Same Person
The similarities are uncanny.
31 Candid Photos Of Marilyn Monroe In New York
In March 1955, photographer Ed Feingersh followed Marilyn around the city for a week — the results were some of the most iconic photos ever taken of her.
What Is Going On In The Fort Hood Shooter Trial?
A military law expert explains how the trial of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan might end — and "the major drama" surrounding the alleged shooter's defense.
9 Things That Will Probably Happen Before Elon Musk's Hyperloop Is Operational
It, uh, might be a while...
"Thorested Development" Is The Mash-Up You Didn't Know You Needed
Now the story of a thunder god who lost everything, and the one brother who has no choice but to help him out. Literally no choice.
Who's Who In Russia's War On Gays
A look at some of the key figures behind the Kremlin's crackdown on LGBT rights ahead of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Hand Pies Are The Best And Cutest Pies
You know what feels good in the hand? Pie does.
Georgia Judge Rules That Paula Deen Cannot Be Sued For Racial Discrimination
A federal judge throws out race discrimination claims made against Deen by her former employee. The ruling leaves intact Jackson's sexual harassment claims.
Donald Trump's Vine Account Is All About Anthony Weiner
Three out of his four Vines are about Weiner. His only non-Weiner post goes after Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez.
12 Classic Character Select Screens To Make You Long For The Arcade
Please insert coins.
Facts That Will Make You Want To Drink
If you're looking for something uplifting, this post might not be for you.
Beers With Anthony Weiner
BuzzFeed Editor-in-Chief Ben Smith sits down with the New York City mayoral candidate. Live from New York on Aug. 12, 2013.
How To Be Less Lame With Your Smartphone
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: You're becoming a monster.
In Brooklyn, Black And Latino Men Who Experienced Stop-And-Frisk Applaud Judge's Ruling
"It would be so beautiful if cops treated people with respect, period. They show up and treat you like you killed somebody."
Best One-Pot Summer Stew For A Rainy Day
Also starring bacon, bourbon, basil, and clams.
37 Awesome DIYs To Make Before School Starts
The only thing better than new school supplies are the extra special ones you make yourself.
8 Unforgivable Beauty Mistakes You Made As A Tween
'Sup, raccoon liner and sperm-brows?
How Do People Fall In Love?
We broke down the stats on when and where relationships start, as well as how the successful ones progress from there.
Whitey Bulger Found Guilty Of Racketeering And Murder
Mobster James "Whitey" Bulger is convicted of murder, racketeering, extortion, and money laundering.
Russia's Anti-Gay Law Could Be Suspended During The Olympics But Some Activists Are Not Happy
They believe two weeks is not enough when "lives are endangered."
Bipartisan Support For Justice Department's New Drug Sentencing Reforms
"I am encouraged that the President and Attorney General agree with me that mandatory minimum sentences for non-violent offenders promote injustice and do not serve public safety," Sen. Rand Paul says.
Signs You May Be Dating A Creep
It might be time to move on.
6 Ways You Know You're Dating A Film Student
Dating a film student can be a REEL PAIN. (Sorry not sorry.)
The Three Tiny Wires That Move All Your Data Under Oceans And Around The World
It doesn't take much to move all your information in the blink of an eye.
An Animal Rights Group Desecrated The Iowa State Fair's Beloved Butter Cow
Oh the humanity, the utter humanity!
For Sale
After more than a year of denials from Chief Executive Thorsten Heins, BlackBerry said on Monday it was exploring a potential sale of the company. Once the dominant smartphone provider, BlackBerry has struggled in recent years and is now ranked fourth globally, according to research firm IDC.
Republican Congressman Wants Amnesty For Edward Snowden
"I think it would be best if the American government granted him amnesty."
Why Young People Think Anthony Weiner Cheated
For anyone who grew up on the internet, the online world is real life. Sexting included.
People Worship Weeping Tree In California, Tears Are Actually Insect Excrement
That's not holy water.
How To Kill A Major Media Franchise In A Decade
Square's mismanagement of Final Fantasy is so unbelievable, it reads like, well, fantasy.
Avatar Aang Meets The Mother Of Faces In "The Search Part III"
Fans are one step closer to uncovering the truth about Zuko's mother. The book is due out on October 30th from Dark Horse.
Color-Coded Sweets
If you have both a sweet tooth and OCD, welcome to nirvana. Scrumptious photography by Emily Blincoe.
Introducing The Arirang: North Korea's First Smartphone
"How nice to see hand phones being successfully produced with indigenous technology," says Kim Jong Un, as he inspects the first North Korean smartphone.
27 Pointless Projects To Do When You're Bored At Work
Waste time... productively!
Eric Holder: Many "Low-Level, Nonviolent Drug Offenders" Will No Longer Face Mandatory Minimums
"Too many Americans go to too many prisons for far too long, and for no good law enforcement reason," U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder says.
Republican Congressman: We Probably Have The Votes To Impeach Obama
"I'll give you a real frank answer about that: If we were to impeach the president tomorrow, you could probably get the votes in the House of Representatives to do it."
Tennessee Judge Rules Baby Can't Be Named "Messiah" Because That's Jesus' Title
The judge said "Messiah" is "a title that's only been earned by one person and that one person is Jesus Christ."
10 Ways To Hack Your Heels
You betta upgrade that footwear, girl.
Juggalos Give Advice To Anthony Weiner
If you're wondering what juggalos think about Anthony Weiner...wonder no more. We caught up with some 'los and 'lettes at the Gathering of the Juggalos and asked them what advice they have for NYC mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner.
11 Things VH1 Taught Jake Tapper About Being A Journalist
These are some important takeaways that CNN's Jake Tapper learned back in the day while working on a VH1 special about that hot mess of a rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd.
New York City's Stop-And-Frisk Policy Found Unconstitutional
A federal judge said the city “adopted a policy of indirect racial profiling by targeting racially defined groups for stops based on local crime suspect data.” Update: Bloomberg responds.
12 Excellent Quotes About Coffee
Highlights from a few solid centuries of global coffee appreciation.
Sinkhole Swallows Up Resort Near Disney World
A 60-foot-wide, 15-foot-deep crater formed Sunday night beneath Summer Bay Resort, a hotel about 10 miles southwest of the park.
UKIP Candidate Charged Over Fake Signature Allegations
Hugh Mennie has been accused of forging signatures in his paperwork to run for Cambridgeshire County Council
Australian Prime Minister Promises Vote On Same-Sex Marriage
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd promises to hold a vote on same-sex marriage within 100 days if he wins reelection on Sept. 7.
GOP Strains To Win Back Senate While Keeping Conservative Activists Happy
The Republican Party's political arm in the Senate is trying to protect their incumbents while trying to avoid a conservative revolt. "Our job is simple: winning. So we reserve the right to do what it takes to win," says Dayspring.
Shaq Holding Lindsay Lohan In His Arms
Yup, that's all that post is. You should click anyway.
