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December 23, 2014
Four People Killed, 50 Others Injured After Tornado Hits Mississippi
The storm also flipped cars, downed power lines and damaged buildings in the Columbia, Mississippi, area.
16 Memorable Crime Stories We Published This Year
A high school teacher who abused his students. A Georgia prison allegedly covering up the rape of a trans inmate. The chaotic aftermath of the Michael Brown shooting in Ferguson. The brief life and baffling death of an unarmed man shot dead by police in a Wal-Mart. A disappearing wage thief. The downfall of Mississippi's most progressive prison reformer. Here are a few of the most memorable crime stories published by BuzzFeed News in 2014.
The 12 Most Successful Original Films Of 2014
Movies that are not sequels, prequels, remakes, or adaptations of novels, comic books, popular toy lines, or true stories are growing ever more scarce — but some did, at least, make money this year.
This Guy Faked "The Amazing Race" To Propose To His Girlfriend Under The Northern Lights
Spoiler alert: She said yes.
Este chico le propuso matrimonio adorablemente a su novia en una cabina fotográfica
¡Los clásicos son clásicos por una razón!
9 Perks Of Being A Tall Girl
You're not blocking the view because you ARE the view.
U.S. Kicks African Nation From Trade Agreement Over Anti-LGBT Crackdown
"For the first time the gay community really is coming together to get equal consideration in U.S. foreign policy," activists tell BuzzFeed News.
9 Mind-Blowing Barbie Facts
Her boobs grow.
"The Interview” Had A Surprise Christmas Eve Release Online, Streaming On YouTube And Google Play
UPDATE: In addition to upwards of 300 theaters, the most controversial movie ever is available on YouTube, Sony, Microsoft Xbox, and Google Play in the U.S., starting at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET on Dec. 24.
2014 Was Another Exceptionally Deadly Year For Reporters
Covering the news can come at a horrible price.
How The Most Important Movie Of The Year Came To Be
Originally, Selma focused on President Lyndon B. Johnson, until director Ava DuVernay stepped in. “I wasn’t interested in telling the story of a white savior,” she told BuzzFeed News.
Las 21 situaciones más incómodas en la historia
Hey, ¿las cosas se están poniendo incómodas para ti?Créeme, siempre podría ser peor.
25 Of The Most Beautiful Literary Quotes About Christmas
These 25 quotes from writers prove it's the most wonderful time of the year.
27 Things You've Always Wanted To Know About Jordin Sparks
The birthday girl reveals her first AIM screenname, her go-to karaoke song, and the story behind her new #ByeFelicia mixtape.
Relative Says Families Of Slain "Brothers To The Rescue" Weren't Warned Of Cuban Spy Release
"We feel very misled by the U.S. government."
NYPD Officer Killed In Brooklyn Had A History As A Graffiti Artist
Friends of Officer Rafael Ramos remember him as an “extraordinary person” involved in East New York’s hip-hop movement.
Víspera de año nuevo en Instagram vs. la vida real
Seamos honestos, a medianoche probablemente estés dormido o comiendo pizza.
It's The Last Night Of Hanukkah, So Here Is A Menorah Bong
Change the way you celebrate with the ultimate Hanukkah gift.
33 Things You'll Miss When You Leave San Francisco
You're leaving more than just your heart in San Francisco
23 Celebrity Couples We Loved And Lost In 2014
Love is dead, 2014 edition.
Southwest Jet Collides With American Airlines Plane At LaGuardia Airport
No injuries were reported when the two planes collided on the tarmac near a passenger gate Tuesday, airlines officials said.
Grand Jury Clears Houston Cop Who Killed A 26-Year-Old Unarmed Black Man
Officer Juventino Castro was cleared by a grand jury Tuesday for the fatal shooting of Jordan Baker in January.
21 Reasons You Should Just Marry Your Work Spouse Already
They just get you.
27 Boozy Desserts To Make This Christmas
This year I asked Santa to bring me a cake full of bourbon.
19 regalos que tu perro te da todos los días
¡No tiene que ser Navidad para poder recibir regalos!
Giant Men Get Piggyback Rides
"I thought I was tall until today."
Five Arrested For Allegedly Smuggling 153 Guns On Commercial Flights To New York
The NYPD and the FBI cooperated on the months-long investigation, leading to the arrest of two former Delta Airlines employees. The conspirators allegedly brought loaded guns on board commercial flights in their carry-on luggage.
This Charity Sends Christmas Cards To Prison Rape Survivors
Every year, a group of men and women who were sexually assaulted while incarcerated gather to write holiday cards to victims still behind bars.
20 Recetas deliciosas que puedes hacer con galletas María
¿Sabías que las galletas María fueron creadas en Londres? Bien, ahora puedes seguir comiendo.
17 Heartwarming Christmas Stories That Will Make You Tear Up Every Time
"It's touching to know people do things not for praise but out of the goodness of their hearts."
18 réactions que ceux qui sortent beaucoup reconnaîtront
Poussez vous, j'arrive sur le dancefloor.
New York Congressman Michael Grimm Pleads Guilty To Tax Evasion, Won't Step Down
Grimm faces up to three years in prison. He'll be sentenced June 8.
18 Times Romeo Santos Reigned Supreme In 2014
The king stays king.
22 niños que están totalmente cansados de sus fotos con Santa Claus
O las 22 veces que la felicitación navideña de una familia quedó arruinada.
FDA Recommends Relaxing Ban On Gay Men Donating Blood — With A Big Caveat
The Food and Drug Administration recommends a policy that would allow blood donations from men who have abstained from sex with another man for one year. LGBT advocates say the recommendation doesn't go far enough.
Furries Say They Aren't A Fetish, They're A Community, And They're Ready To Be Taken Seriously
What does it mean to be a furry in 2014? An intimate look at the people ridiculed for their love of dressing up in furry animal costumes.
Las 18 tendencias de belleza más importantes de 2014
Tatuajes temporales e Insta-glam.
Noël : le drinking game pour survivre aux fêtes
Attention : il se peut que vous soyez bourrés avant l'arrivée du plat principal.
Astro Answers 37 Random Questions
The actor and musician sits down and answers some very important questions.
A Father Was Reportedly Killed When He Wouldn't Hand Over His Money For Christmas Gifts
Miguel Haro promised to get his 10-year-old daughter a tablet for Christmas. Chicago police told BuzzFeed News the investigation is ongoing.
Thousands Of People Just Attended An Anti-Islam Rally In Germany
The gathering was brought together by a new group called "Patriotic Europeans Against the Islamisation of the Occident."
190 Sharks In 60 Seconds
Great Whites in slow-mo. What could be better?
Tell Us About Yourself(ie): Cary Elwes
The actor takes our Q&A!
Which Of The Five Golden Rings Are You?
On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me... But which one are you?
"The Interview" Will Have A Limited Release On Christmas Day After All
Sony's announcement comes less than a week after the film studio canceled the Dec. 25 release of the James Franco–Seth Rogen movie in the wake of hacker threats.
A Short History Of The Feud Between New York City's Mayor And The NYPD
The tension didn't just begin after two officers were assassinated in Brooklyn on Saturday — it goes back years and involves Al Sharpton, stop-and-frisk, and an inspector general. And the next battle — negotiating two major union contracts — is looming.
"Canadian Cannibal" Found Guilty Of Murder
Luka Rocco Magnotta, who triggered an international manhunt in 2012 after murdering and dismembering Chinese student Jun Lin — then mailing body parts to political parties and schools after posting a video online of the dismemberment — was found guilty of first degree murder.
24 cosas que describen perfectamente lo que es ser un emigrante durante Navidad
Por supuesto, estaría encantado de pagar los costos de aduana por mis propios regalos de Navidad.
19 Times People Got Body-Shamed In 2014
Fat-shaming, skinny-shaming, food-shaming, butt-shaming, clothing-shaming... You name it, 2014 had it all.
66 Things My Friend Who Hates "Love Actually" Said When We Watched "Love Actually"
"That's what you get for writing your [redacted] novel on a [redacted] dock."
21 Selfis que no fueron muy bien pensados
No se olviden de inspeccionar detalladamente todas sus fotos antes de subirlas al internet.
26 Of The Most Dad Gifts Dads Have Ever Given For Christmas
Enough with the tape and staplers, dads.
This UKIP Candidate Said A "Homosexual Donkey" Tried To Rape His Horse
John Rees-Evans was responding to quote by a UKIP member who claimed that "some homosexuals prefer sex with animals."
29 caras escondidas con algo profundamente importante que decir
Admítelo, ves una cara, ¿verdad? Cosas con caras.
Yazidi Women And Girls Recount Horrors Of ISIS Sexual Slavery
A new report by Amnesty International has highlighted the horrific ordeals women and girls from Iraq's Yazidi minority have experienced at the hands of ISIS fighters.
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Wants The "Free Jahar" Fangirls To Go Away
The Boston Marathon bombing defendant has filed a motion to have his so-called "supporters" banned from demonstrating outside the courthouse during the trial.
Keurig Recalling 7 Million Faulty Coffee Makers
Some "Mini Plus Brewing Systems" can overheat and spray hot water during brewing.
Milwaukee County Sheriff Says "Not Seeing A Weapon Is Irrelevant" When Police Shoot People
David A. Clarke Jr., who is black, also believes that Eric Garner's death was an accident and that people should wear "Police Lives Matter" t-shirts.
Les 50 posts les plus partagés sur Facebook en 2014
Apparemment tout le monde adore les Minions...
Which "Vanderpump Rules" Star Are You?
She deserved to be slapped.
Italian Circus Painted Two Dogs And Passed Them Off As Pandas
The circus painted the ears and backs of the dogs and charged people to take photos with the "pandas."
19 problèmes que rencontrent tous ceux qui ont un chat
N'oubliez jamais : c'est vous qui habitez chez lui.
Las transformaciones con el increíble maquillaje que esta mujer crea son espeluznantes pero a la vez hermosos.
Joyce Spakman ha estado experimentando con maquillaje desde los 14 años.
What Should Your New Year's Resolution Be?
What should you change next year?
32 choses que tout le monde aimerait avoir pour Noël
Pour tous ceux qui ont du goût.
27 artículos inspirados en Disney que cualquier fan debería tener
Haz que estas preciosidades formen parte de tu mundo.
20 femmes des années 1970 absolument superbes
Le style, c'était mieux avant. H/T: 70sbabes.
U.S. Economy Expanded At A 5% Annual Rate In Third Quarter
New data shows the economy is growing at its fastest pace in a decade.
16 Times Ed Miliband Delighted Us In 2014
From bacon sandwiches to Gareth, this year has had some particularly memorable highlights.
16 chiens et chats qui détestent Noël (et vous avec)
Pourquoi leur faire subir ça ?
Vinyl Diplomacy: How The US Ambassador Is Using Indie Music To Get Ahead
Matthew Barzun is hosting gigs at his official residence – in between dealing with CIA reports, John Kerry and the "special relationship". BuzzFeed News went record shopping with him.
Algerian Army Kills Militant Who Beheaded French Hiker
Abdelmalek Gouri and two associates were killed late Monday.
People Are Causing Chaos For UKIP By Setting Up Fake Twitter Accounts
The problem is that people believe the fake accounts could be run by real UKIP members.
24 Impresionantes fotos de la construcción del edificio Empire State
Construido durante la gran depresión, el proyecto tomó poco más de un año. La naturaleza peligrosa se la construcción del entonces edificio más alto del mundo puede ser apreciada en estas fotos de la colección de la biblioteca pública de Nueva York.
37 fois où Benedict Cumberbatch a régné sur 2014
L'acteur britannique était vraiment partout cette année.
Ukraine Votes To Drop "Non-Aligned" Status
The move could pave the way to closer ties with NATO – and anger Russia.
17 photos de Noël traumatisantes
Vous verrez, vous n'êtes pas les seuls à avoir des photos de fêtes gênantes accrochées au mur chez vos parents. H/T Awkward Family Photos.
17 types de personnes que l'on croise dans toutes les salles de sport
Diverses espèces de sportifs, observées dans leur habitat naturel.
26 épisodes de Noël inoubliables
De « Friends » à « Community » ou « 2 Broke Girls », en passant par « The Office », « Grey’s Anatomy » ou encore « Doctor Who », voici 15 épisodes mémorables de Noël. A découvrir ou redécouvrir pendant les fêtes.
24 comportements de connards qu'on a tous eu un jour ou l'autre
Nous sommes tous des connards. Qu'on le veuille ou non.
The Draft Campaign Elizabeth Warren Didn’t Ask For But Hasn’t Killed
Elizabeth Warren isn't running for president. But the senator’s electromagnetic pull has produced a sprawling, complicated draft effort that could define the progressive movement — and prove rewarding or risky for Warren.
17 Of The Craziest Things People Have Done To Escape A Bad Date
I think I hear my phone ringing...
U.S. Helped Imprisoned Cuban Spy Artificially Inseminate His Wife
The United States helped collect the sperm of a spy locked up in California and then send it to his wife. The couple is expecting a baby in two weeks.
Sony Threatens Legal Action Against Twitter, Users Over Hacked Emails
Sony previously told publishers including the New York Times and The Hollywood Reporter to stop publishing the "stolen information" released by hackers.
Beyonce's Greatest Performances
Considering every performance of The Queen is great, this was pretty hard to do.
9 Best Friend Vows
I vow to be your best friend forever!
This Girl Figured Out The Most Casual Way To Shoo Away Pigeons, It Might Just Change Your Life
It doesn't have to be that much work.
What Level Sassy Are You?
Are sassy pants part of your wardrobe?
Australians Experience Snow For The First Time
“I don’t even own pants.”
This Video Perfectly Describes What It's Like To Be A People Watcher
"How long do you think that couple has been together?"
The Guy In Mac Lethal's "Cheating Girlfriend" Video Claims The Rapper Made Everything Up
Update: "Daryl," the guy whose picture was shown in the video, has said on Reddit that the whole situation was invented by Mac Lethal. The rapper responded to BuzzFeed News that he apologizes for not verifying the picture's authenticity.
