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September 13, 2013
Friday Night Lights, Miami Edition: Two Days Inside Football's Glitziest, Grimiest Talent Pipeline
Why are there so many players from a few Miami high schools starring in college and the NFL? Maybe because they spend their entire childhoods competing with one another.
How To Explain Your Farts
Everybody farts. Not everyone owns up to it.
The Klutzes' Greatest Enemies
It starts with your own feet.
This Is Dog Surfing
Adorable video from the 2013 Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon in San Diego.
Twitter Is Going Public
The social network, led by Chief Executive Dick Costolo, made official what technology and financial pundits have been speculating for well over a year: that it will go public. Papers were filed with the SEC and an offering is expected later this year or early in 2014.
The New York Mayoral Candidate You Probably Haven't Heard Of
Multimillionaire Brooklyn native Jack Hidary who has the money and the connections to tell his story this fall. "Do you want to go back to the Dinkins era?"
How Much Food Do You Drink?
Here's a breakdown of the food equivalents (in calories) of your favorite drinks. Margarita = taco.
Everyone Jay Z Has Compared Himself To
Hov sure has a lot of ways to explain his greatness.
If Badger From "Breaking Bad" Had Snapchat
A peek into the life of your favorite fair-weather drug dealer.
Now You Can Turn Just About Any Photo Into Glitch Art
Thanks to Georg Fischer, you can make even the most iconic photos look like a messed up VHS tape
Definitive Proof That Ellen Page And Alia Shawkat Would Be The Perfect Couple
From Bust magazine to Amsterdam, they make any backdrop look perfect.
18 Foods You Could Be Eating Out Of A Cone
Don't ask questions.
Rand Paul Draws Fire From Pro-Israel Group For "Promised Land" Comments
A source at Christians United For Israel calls Paul's comment to BuzzFeed "slander." "He simply is asking all Christians to join him in reexamining our foreign policy and in working to make war a last resort," a Paul adviser responds.
What Happens When You Walk Into Monsanto And Start Asking Questions
In short: They're not thrilled. The director of the new documentary GMO OMG explains.
Undeniable Proof That "The Walking Dead" And "Toy Story" Have The Exact Same Plot
My god. Redditor John Wray hit the nail on the head.
12 Questions Disney Forgot To Answer About "Beauty And The Beast"
Plot holes, plot holes everywhere. Sometimes when you revisit a classic movie from your childhood, the glaring inconsistencies really start to get to you.
Turns Out Deep Space Makes The Creepiest Sound
In space, no one can hear you scream. But oh, you'll be screaming, because it sounds like it's populated by plasma demons.
The Best Moments From 2 Chainz's MSNBC Appearance
You need to watch this amazing 2 Chainz interview from MSNBC's "Now With Alex Wagner." He talks about his new album and his new cookbook and it might be one of the best things to ever happen on cable television.
25 Awesome Fashion Week Manicures You'd Actually Want To Have
Sure, high-fashion clothes can be totally impractical for real life/budgets, but these nails are on point.
The Best Mayoral Political Ad Of 2013
Via Minneapolis.
Congressman: I Once Lost A Drunken Arm-Wrestling Match To Vladimir Putin
"We decided to settle it like men do when they've had a little bit too much to drink."
Chinese Internet Trolls Make The Best Origami Cranes
From symbol of prayer to symbols of Weibo trollcraft.
Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad Has "Committed Many Crimes Against Humanity," Says U.N. Leader
Ban Ki-moon believed that a U.N. report will show "overwhelming evidence" that chemical weapons were used by the Syrian government.
Russian Politician Takes Racist Shot At Barack And Michelle Obama
A member of Russia's parliament tweets a racist picture of Barack and Michelle Obama. Irina Rodnina is also a former Olympic athlete.
Colorado Town Evacuated As Dangerous Flooding Continues
Rain is expected throughout Friday as concerns linger over the flooding that has killed three people and left another missing.
26 Tailgating Necessities That Will Make Football Season Amazing
Everyone will want to be your friend. Until you throw up on them.
Top 35 Reasons Attacking Syria Will Bum You Out
Jon Stewart said Vladimir Putin should have placed his Syria op-ed on BuzzFeed. Here's what that would look like.
Dropbox's Twitter Push Notifications Are Likely A "Bug"
The day after its IPO announcement, users are getting some surprising — and intrusive — notifications from Twitter. Updated: It appears they're the result of a bug.
How Miracle-Gro Mastered Digital Marketing
The lawn care company has mastered the art of the marketing email and created innovative ways of connecting with customers. Digital marketing experts have taken notice.
Two Teenage Girls Were Arrested For Posting A Video On Twitter Of Their Cat In A Microwave
Don't worry! The cat is OK!
Free Advice For The Next 9/11 DC Biker Ride
Less pork jokes.
Cher Says She Turned Down The Chance To Open The Sochi Olympics
The singer says she declined an offer from a "big oligarch" to perform at the opening ceremony due to the Russian government's anti-gay laws.
Which Celebrities Should Join The Cast Of SNL?
Let the dream casting ensue.
Governor Christie Says Jersey Shore Boardwalk Fire "Finished The Job Sandy Started"
Seaside Park, New Jersey, fire destroys 50 businesses. Gov. Chris Christie says the boardwalk is "gone."
10 Villain Affirmation Posters To Help You Get Through The Day
Because heroes are boring. Professional artist Christopher Ables understands us.
Why Twitter Needs A War Chest
Twitter is finally going public. But why would Twitter go public?
This Half-Naked Guy Shouting At You From A Lake Is Running For Mayor Of Minneapolis
He's got a pretty good slogan: "WAKE THE F**K UP!"
Morning Joe's Moving Farewell To Anthony Weiner
Nobody is going to miss Anthony Weiner more than the people who bring you cable news...and they know it. Bonus points for the using BuzzFeed's all-time favorite Boyz II Men song.
Four Men Accused In Brutal Delhi Gang Rape And Murder Sentenced To Death
The men will be hanged for their "gruesome crimes."
Alec Baldwin Explains His Most Recent Attack On The Paparazzi
It's for your entertainment, you see. (And his new baby's safety.)
Here's What CNN's "Crossfire" Reboot Is Doing Right... So Far
The reviews are in, and the critics predictably hate the new Crossfire. It's only been a week and it ain't all bad!
Rand Paul On The Warpath
Once dismissed by the GOP establishment as a gadfly, Paul is starting to look a lot like the leader of his party — and his enemies are panicking. "There's a big transition in the Republican Party," the Kentucky senator says in a BuzzFeed interview.
BuzzFeed Appoints News Corp's Simon Crerar As Australia Editor
Crerar Will Lead The Social News Site's Expansion Down Under
"Monty Python And The Holy Grail" As A Modern Action Movie
YouTube user Stéphane Bouley has reimagined the Python classic as a modern blockbuster. Weirdly, it really works.
Listen To The Hawaiian Name That Was Too Long For A Driver's License
After the news went viral in September that Janice Keihanaikukauakahihuliheekahaunaele was told to trim her last name in order to fit it on her driver's license, the Department of Transportation agreed to extend the character count to accommodate her name. On Dec. 30, the Hawaii resident finally received her new driver's license.
Craigslist Guy Can't Deal With His Roommate's Opinions On Syria Anymore
"'Apathy towards the Middle East is bankrupting this nation's morality?' Stop using my shampoo."
U.S. Consulate In Afghanistan Attacked With Car Bomb, Gunfire
Militants detonated a suicide truck bomb in front of the U.S. consulate in Herat, reportedly killing two and injuring several others. A gun battle between militants and security forces ensued.
12 Tragic Images Of The Massive Molasses Spill At Honolulu Harbor
On Monday faulty pipelines leaked as much as 233,000 gallons of molasses into the Honolulu Harbor. The spill is expected to kill thousands of fish and other marine life.
Here's What Megyn Kelly's New Fox News Show Intro Might Look Like
A member of the TVNewsTalk.net forum found what appears to be the into graphics and theme music for The Kelly File while snooping around a Fox News producer's Vimeo page.
