Archive
January 8, 2014
Freelancing Dreams Vs. Reality
Wanna live the dream? Be careful what you wish for.
Three Abducted Journalists In Syria Have Been Freed
Two Swedish freelance journalists and a Turkish photographer were released from Syria after a month and a half in captivity.
Did "Frontline" Go Too Far?
The influential documentary series argues federal prosecutors could be doing more to go after SAC Capital's billionaire founder Steve Cohen.
26 Things You Need To Do Before You Graduate High School
You've only got four years, might as well make the most of them.
Insane Clown Posse Filed A Lawsuit With The FBI To Defend Their Fans
In response to the Federal Bureau of Investigation classification of Juggalos as “criminal gang members,” the band has filed suit against the organization. posted on January 8, 2014 at 12:07pm EST
7 Movie Posters Improved By One-Star Amazon Reviews
As imagined by the great Amazon Critics. posted on January 8, 2014 at 6:37am EST
Heritage Scholar Slams Marco Rubio's Anti-Poverty Speech
Will Rubio's push into welfare reform make him a pariah on the right all over again?
These Semi-Naked "Priests" Want To Challenge Your Opinion Of The Orthodox Church
The Orthodox Calendar group’s 2014 calendar features “priests” in the nude as to “pay tribute to gay marriage.” Obviously. posted on January 8, 2014 at 8:36am EST
Melissa Mark-Viverito Is First Latino To Be Named City Council Speaker In New York City
The Puerto Rican progressive becomes the second-most powerful person in the city behind Mayor Bill de Blasio.
10 Weird Facts That Will Make You Question Everything
Knowing is half the battle.
The 22 Biggest Assholes Leonardo DiCaprio Has Ever Played
Jordan Belfort isn’t even the worst of ‘em. SPOILER ALERT if you haven’t seen many of his movies. posted on January 8, 2014 at 9:49am EST
New York Governor Outlines Medical Marijuana Pilot Program
During his annual State of the State address, Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlined his plan to bring medical marijuana to the state of New York.
Man Killed By "Atomic Wedgie" In Oklahoma
An arrest has been made in the killing of a man who suffocated to death on his own underwear. posted on January 8, 2014 at 12:01pm EST
Macy's Laying Off 2,500 Employees
The cuts are expected to save the retailer $100 million annually.
18 Ways To Get Involved At Your Kid’s School
I'ma let you finish, but kids with involved parents have some of the best grades of all time!
27 Unspoken Suit Rules Every Man Should Know
You can’t expect to look all dapper and gentlemanly without knowing Suiting 101. posted on January 7, 2014 at 12:21pm EST
28 Delicious Whole Wheat Pasta Dishes
Even when you're eating healthy sometimes you NEED PASTA.
The Curious Case Of Yahoo's App Reviews
Summly founder Nick D'Aloisio, in an interview with Yahoo's David Pogue, touted his new app's positive reviews. But who's writing them?
33 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Disney Parks
The Disney parks are even more magical than you think. You just have to know where to look. posted on January 8, 2014 at 12:00pm EST
10 Things Orlando Jones Would Give You If He Were Oprah
YOU GET AN UPVOTE, AND YOU GET AN UPVOTE, EVERYBODY GETS AN UPVOTE!
White House: Global Warming Caused The Polar Vortex
“If you’ve been hearing that extreme cold spells, like the one we’re having in the United States now, disprove global warming, don’t believe it," says John Holdren, Obama's science adviser.
15 Reasons Coconut Oil Is Your Best Friend
Whatever the problem, she’s got your back. posted on January 8, 2014 at 10:30am EST
An Iranian Artist Asked 50 People In Tehran "If You Could Do Anything You Wanted, What Would You Do?"
The answers that the artist, Ali Molavi, got were alternately poignant, surprising, funny, and inspiring.
16 Books To Read Before They Hit Theaters This Year
2014 is going to be an exciting year for books and movies! In order of release date. posted on January 8, 2014 at 10:44am EST
This Is What It'd Be Like If Your Mom Was Your GPS
Not all operating systems sound like Scarlett Johansson.
18 Questions I Asked Myself When I Watched "The Simpsons" For The First Time
Never. Ever. Again. posted on January 8, 2014 at 7:46am EST
Pornhub Just Released Its Data On UK Viewing Habits
One of the world’s biggest sites has laid the UK’s porn-watching habits bare. Contains NSFW language. posted on January 8, 2014 at 4:46am EST
"Saturday Night Live" Hires LaKendra Tookes And Leslie Jones, Both African-American Women
Starting Monday, Jan. 13, LaKendra Tookes and Leslie Jones will join SNL as writers, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
9 Surprising Facts About eBay
How much would YOU pay for William Shatner's kidney stone?
The 23 Laziest Things That Have Ever Happened
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The Mystery Of This Giant Amazon Package Has Been Solved
The company has confirmed that this is a genuine delivery. And now we can guess what’s in it… posted on January 8, 2014 at 7:05am EST
These Creative Snapchats Between Friends Will Make You Want To Up Your Texting Game
Because we all have that one friend who makes us want to be a better texter.
White House Denies Obama's Opposition To Iraq Surge Was Based On Politics
"It doesn't track."
28 Fruits And Vegetables That You Had No Idea Grew Like That
OK, some of these you might know, but the first time I saw Brussels sprouts in their true form, I literally screamed. posted on January 7, 2014 at 3:54pm EST
J.C. Penney's Numbers-Free Sales Update Viewed As Bad News
J.C. Penney issued a three-sentence press release on its holiday performance today. The company didn't include a single number, spooking analysts who cover the company and sending shares down 8%.
19 Señales que estás demasiado viejo para estas tonterías
"En lugar de hacer cosas, ¿qué tal si no las hacemos?"
"Archer" Cast Posts Nude Pictures On Reddit's GoneWild
Viral marketing for the show's fifth season.
Nick Clegg Is Making Eyes At Ed Balls By Tweeting "Ed Balls"
The Liberal Democrat leader likes a side order of lols with his coalition planning.
Une série de photos montre le quotidien des homosexuels russes
Loin de Moscou, dans les régions plus isolées de la Russie, la vie des homosexuels est de plus en plus dure en raison des campagnes homophobes du pays. Le photographe Misha Friedman a documenté cette réalité difficile de façon touchante.
Facebook Knows All Your Posting Tricks — And How Well They Work
Paste if you agree! Facebook names (and shames?) users' most powerful tricks.
31 fotos de "antes y después" de las increíbles cirugías plásticas en Korea
En un país donde la taza de cirugía plástica es la más alta del mundo, es posible cambiar cualquier cosa de tu cuerpo, incluso los ojos.
Insane Clown Posse Filed A Lawsuit With The FBI To Defend Their Fans
In response to the Federal Bureau of Investigation classification of Juggalos as "criminal gang members," the band has filed suit against the organization.
Man Killed By "Atomic Wedgie" In Oklahoma
An arrest has been made in the killing of a man who suffocated to death on his own underwear.
33 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Disney Parks
The Disney parks are even more magical than you think. You just have to know where to look.
20 cosas que te harán decir: "¡NOOOOOO!"
Advertencia: Te puede dar un ataque cardiaco mientras miras esto.
Russian Actor Who Called For Burning Gays Alive Calls For Recriminalization Of Homosexuality
Ivan Okhlobystin makes the call in an open letter on Twitlonger to President Vladimir Putin. Updated: Twitlonger's founder responds and deletes the letter.
Chamber Of Commerce Promises To Make Opponents Pay Come November
U.S. Chamber of Commerce warns the heavyweight organization will make lawmakers "see the light" or run them out of Congress.
13 Images Showing What Life Is Like For Gay And Lesbian Russians Far From Moscow
Photographer Misha Friedman photographed gay and lesbian people in Russia's hinterlands, where life is rough and becoming rougher as the country's anti-gay campaign takes hold.
What Happens When A Finance Company Makes A Video Game
Yes, it's about mergers and acquisitions. And Topsiders and convertibles.
17 Cosas que juraste que nunca dirías cuando tuvieras hijos
Sí, te has convertido oficialmente en tus padres.
Clinton Once Criticized Iraq Policy Being Driven By Politics
The politics of war.
16 Books To Read Before They Hit Theaters This Year
2014 is going to be an exciting year for books and movies! In order of release date.
7 Movies That Should Have Starred Orlando Jones
And one that already starred ya boi, but needed more Ryan Gosling tbh.
Gabby Giffords Was Shot In The Head Three Years Ago; Today She's Going Skydiving
Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head in an assassination attempt in 2011. Today aired the jump on Thursday.
15 Reasons Coconut Oil Is Your Best Friend
Whatever the problem, she's got your back.
12 Ways You'll Actually Enjoy Eating More Greens In 2014
With a spoonful of pancetta, the medicine goes down.
31 cosas que nadie te dice acerca de convertirse en padre
Vas a necesitar saber estas cosas antes de dar el primer paso.
21 dichas de tener a un mejor amigo en el trabajo
Amor significa nunca tener que decir, "¿Quién quiere ir al Happy Hour?"
Family Of Imprisoned American "Outraged" By Rodman Comments In North Korea
Kenneth Bae is serving a 15-year sentence in a North Korean labor camp. Updated with comments from Jen Psaki.
22 Things From 1994 That Will Make You Feel Old
Let's get ready to rumble. Again.
13 problemas que solo la gente con falta de coordinación entiende
"No puedes ser tan malo en deportes". No, créeme, lo soy.
Shia LaBeouf Tweets A Cease And Desist Letter Allegedly From Daniel Clowes' Lawyers
The letter demands that LaBeouf "cease and desist from any further acts of copyright infringement."
26 chiens qui vivent de grands moments de solitude
La vie est dure pour nos amis canins.
Kenneth Bae's Sister "Shocked And Outraged" By Rodman's Comments
Terri Chung, the sister of the American man being held captive by the North Korean government, says she was "shocked and just outraged," after seeing Dennis Rodman's wild CNN interview Tuesday.
13 Pregnant Women Detained By ICE In Texas During Four-Month Period In 2013
ICE confirmed the number to BuzzFeed, and said the women were an enforcement priority, having recently crossed the border or been issued orders of final removal.
