What Is The “Gay Panic” Defense Really About?
The author of American Honor Killings: Desire and Rage Among Men discusses the tragic murder of out gay mayoral candidate Marco McMillian and why “gay panic” is an increasingly irrelevant term.
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This Illustrated Malala Yousafzai Quote Might Make You Cry
The wonderful Zen Pencils created this powerful cartoon based on a quote by Malala Yousafzai, who is recovering from being shot in the head by the Taliban. She has just been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.
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30 Charts You Didn’t Know You Needed
Data is neat. But it’s even neater when it’s organized into a pretty chart. (Like, literally. It’s way easier to read.)
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14 Things We Can All Appreciate About Neil Degrasse Tyson
When you declare that everyone’s favorite underdog planet is no longer a planet, you become a pretty polarizing figure. But Neil Degrasse Tyson really has a lot going for him.
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Blind Dog And His “Seeing-Eye Dog” Looking For A Forever Home
Meet Chico and Jack, two Australian Cattle Dog mixes who are looking for love — as long as they can stay together. Everyone needs someone.
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28 Haunting Photos Of Fukushima, 2 Years Later
Schools and streets remain eerily deserted as workers rebuild the nuclear power plant.
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A Pep Talk From Lisa Simpson
For when you’re just having one of those days.
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Growing Up In The World’s Deadliest City
Thanks to a truce in the drug wars, Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, for the first time in years, no longer has the world’s highest murder rate. But for a generation that grew up around constant violence, the fight for normalcy is just beginning.
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Hugo Chávez Is Dead At 58
A look back at the Venezuelan president’s life, from the failed coup that launched his career to the cancer that ended it on Tuesday.
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The 30 Happiest Facts Of All Time
You need this if you’re having a rough day. This post was inspired by a Reddit post asking people to share “the happiest fact you know.”
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23 Legit Study Tips According To Science
Students take note: you’re probably doing it wrong!
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Carly Rae Jepsen And Train Pull Out Of Boy Scouts Jamboree
Both acts have turned down their invitation to the national Boy Scouts Jamboree after pressure from GLAAD to denounce the Boy Scouts’ ban on gay scouts and leaders.
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28 Animals That Don’t Give A Crap About Their Disabilities
These fur balls were dealt crappy hands, but they’re still smiling, purring and wagging their little tails. That’s what I would call totally inspirational!
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Loyal Dog Stops Woman From Committing Suicide
A French woman’s German Shepherd stopped her from committing suicide by knocking aside the rifle she tried to fire into her heart.
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24 Very Important Next-Level Waffles
Unleash the waffle within.
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Why It’s So Hard To Talk About Bareback Sex
With more than 50% of gay men no longer using condoms consistently, the shame that often prevents candid discussion of bareback sex may prove to be as dangerous as the health risks themselves.
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Mother Finds “Diet List” In Her 7-Year-Old Daughter’s Bedroom
“I know this will not be the last time I talk about food and weight and bodies with my daughter; I am just ultra pissed that it had to start when she was seven.” (via Mamamia.com.au)
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Turkish Oil Wrestling Is A Totally Legit Sport
No, seriously, it’s the national sport of Turkey.
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The 22 Most Soul-Crushing Things About Working Retail
Nightmares.
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Famous People Who Served In The Armed Forces
Shaggy was more than just a Mr. Lover, he was a Marine.You’ll be surprised who has spent time serving our country. (via abacuscover.co.uk)
