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June 18, 2012
Fairytales Are Real Photo - Buzznet
I am so excited to share this amazing artist with you guys. Her name is Kirsty Mitchell and I've never seen anyone do what she does as beautifully and hauntingly. She is a photographer/all around artist that creates real life fairytale sets and phot…
State Department Whistleblower Claims Victory In McGurk Takedown
One leak State doesn't seem to care about. Ayad Allawi gets satisfaction.
Dream Job: Writing Cover Copy For Sleazy Pulp Fiction
Whoever did this one was pretty good.
Abercrombie And Fitch Model Says He Was Forced To Masturbate On Set, Now He’s Suing For $1 Million
Ever wonder how those Abercrombie & Fitch models manage to look so constantly cool and relaxed while tossing around a football in their skivvies? Turns out achieving that relaxed look can get pretty stressful: One A&F model is accusing his modeling …
Fans And Fellow Writers Mourn Death Of Novelist Erica Kennedy
Kennedy's death at the age of 42, possibly a suicide, has shocked and saddened those who loved her writing, and those who saw her successful career as an inspiration for their own.
The 15 Best Twitter Reactions To Roger Clemens Being Found Not Guilty
The baseball legend was acquitted of charges that he lied about doing steroids under oath.
If "Game Of Thrones" Were A Romantic Comedy
I'd watch it. See Westeros reimagined the way it was always meant to be; a romantic comedy of errors with Brienne of Tarth and Jaime Lannister in the middle.
Kitten And Rat Are Best Friends And Best Cuddlers
May this serve as inspiration for feline/rodent relations worldwide.
29 Creepiest Images Of Faces Pressed Up Against Glass
I feel like I'm watching an Aphex Twin video.
Young Ryan Gosling Sings And Dances In Mormon Talent Show
He sings "When A Man Loves A Woman" and then dances with his sister Mandi to "Everybody Dance Now." Weird venue, adorable moves.
Minimalist Soccer T-Shirts Are The Coolest Soccer T-Shirts
Euro 2012 and U.S. rosters, one team per shirt. Classy, simple, and incredibly awesome.
5,000 Ducks On Their Way To A Pond
Well here's something you don't see every day.
God Vs. Chocolate Chip Cookies
Finally, some answers.
Documentary Combats Secrecy And Shame Around Intersex Conditions
To challenge the culture of silence she felt surrounded intersex conditions, Phoebe Hart decided to make a film about her own diagnosis of androgen insensitivity disorder. Along the way, she met others who had suffered because their bodies didn't fit society's expectations of gender.
The Best New Photo Of Hillary Clinton
Flipping her hair on Sunday as she gets off her plane in Cabo, where she's attending the G-20 Summit.
Why Conservatives Love Rachel Maddow
She's a lefty they can respect. "I really love people who are liberal that are honest about it," says Inhofe.
Ron Paul's Replacement Won't Be The Next Ron Paul
Meet Randy Weber, a relatively normal Republican.
Designer Prosthetic Legs Are Pretty Swank
Losing a limb is a traumatizing experience. But Bespoke Innovations is determined to help make prosthetics an extension of self, instead of an ugly hinderance.
Mario Balotelli Scored In A Most Spectacular Fashion Against Ireland
And Spain's game-winner wasn't too shabby either.
The 12 Cats Of The Zodiac
Which one are you? (Thanks to @joelrama for the idea!)
Emma Stone Is Fine With Those Creepy GIFs You Make Of Her Online
In an interview with Hollywood.com, Emma Stone admits to checking tumblr, having seen GIFs of herself on the internet, and loving the Snape/"My body is ready" meme. Just marry us already.
Putting The "Power" In Power Glove
Superheroes need retro game memorabilia too. There is just something about these images from Josh Ln that hit you right in the nostalgia.
Watch This Adult Eat Rice, Oranges, And Strawberries For The First Time Ever
Ron Workman admits that he "eats like a little kid that never really learned better," and he's only "attempted" to eat fruit two or three times in his life. He decided to record himself trying different types of food the rest of us eat every day for the first time, and unless he's a really amazing actor, this is for real.
Condé Nast Is Reportedly Forbidding Photographers And Editors From Working With Carine Roitfeld On Her New Magazine
Carine Roitfeld‘s new fashion glossy CR is set to launch this September, and the fashion industry is pretty excited to see what she’ll dish up. Well, everyone except Condé Nast, that is, if a report in Page Six is to be believed. According to the g…
Bad News Brenda | The Awl
Brenda looked great in a bikini. She looked great in everyone’s bikini. She looked like an adult in a bikini, which is to say that she looked like one of those models we call beautiful because they have the face of an adult and the body of a 15 year…
How To Get "Call Me Maybe" Out Of Your Head
THERE IS A CURE.
What Would Dogs Look Like With Eyebrows?
This is VERY important.
25 Perfectly Hand-Sized Baby Animals
Never grow up, little guys. My hands are tingling with jealousy right now.
Danish Forward Fined $126,000 For Revealing A Sponsor's Name On His Underwear
Hope Nicklas Bendtner is getting PAID by that betting firm.
The Least Interesting Gadget In Your Home
Here's the story of routers for the next five years: first they'll all turn into Airport Express knockoffs and/or disappear into our modems, then over-the-air wireless will kill them all. Sorry, routers! Until then, this is the only router buying advice you should follow.
Religious Groups Struggle To Contain Technology Use
Cell phones are increasingly ubiquitous among the very religious, from Hasidic Jewish communities to Amish groups. Some leaders are cracking down, especially on women's usage.
The Truth About Roller Coaster Tycoon And Other Links
This seems accurate. Plus, see the faces behind famous cereal mascots and discover if you're secretly living in a soap opera.
13 Babies Who Could Play Abraham Lincoln
You know what's better than Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter? Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter: With Babies.
15 Small Victories That Will Improve Your Day
Sometimes big things come in small packages. And sometimes these things happen.
Pictographic Rock Band Posters Are Great
Designer Viktor Hertz created these awesome posters based off of the bands music.
Bryan Fischer To Have Fred Karger On His Show
The gay Republican candidate will appear on Fischer's radio show, where Fischer will ask him about how he's "oriented towards the homosexual agenda."
13 Cats Having A Better Summer Than You
Look at them enjoying their lazy, carefree days. It's enough to make you sick with jealousy.
16 Other Ways To Remember Shia LaBeouf
Shia LeBeouf made a music video with Sigur Ros that's mostly unwatchable, but we'll still always think of him like this.
Romney Gets Slammed In Spanish Commercials
In the second installment of a brutal Spanish ad campaign titled "Romney in his own words," Priorities USA and immigrant labor union SEIU show footage of Romney railing against illegal immigrants who come to the U.S. "looking for a free deal." His primary rhetoric is back to haunt him.
Dirty Hotel Rooms
The latest viral buzz from askmen.com
A Clock Made Of Clocks
Unfortunately it's for sale from a famous art dealer and the (no doubt high) price is only available by request. But the GIF? The GIF is free.
This Dog Herds Tigers Like It's No Big Deal
Solo's owner says that he's like the tiger's "big brother." He grew up with them, helped take care of them when they were just babies, and now he makes sure they know who's boss.
Ronan And Mia Farrow Poke Fun At Their Dysfunctional Family
In this very special Father's Day tweet, Ronan Farrow zings Woody Allen, his estranged father, and mom Mia retweeted.
Ron Swanson Sings "Take Me Out To The Ball Game" Like A Donkey Being Molested
The latest installment of Nick Offerman and Craig Robinson's Cubs/White Sox battle is a musical delight.
This Is What A Furry Rave Looks Like
Furries are party animals. Here's what went down this weekend at Anthrocon.
You Will Never Be As Hardcore As This Bird
Tonto is the raddest bird you will ever meet. You may want to turn your volume down first, if you're a pansy who doesn't like rocking out to AC/DC.
NRCC Printer Gets Trolled....Again
Perhaps offering live coverage of a printer printing petitions for your cause isn't the best idea. Fool me once.
If You Hate Working In Advertising, This Comic Is For You
Ha. I'm out, you dead-eyed whiny ironic t-shirt wearing bitches.
11 Photos That Show What The NBA Is Really Like: Finals Edition
Basketball's biggest show gets the full image macro treatment.
The Ultimate Guide To Talking To Any Human
There are a bajillion different ways you can talk to somebody. But which one is the best if you're trying to set up a date? Or talk to your boss? Or...? Stop asking question and consult this flow chart.
11 Things They Don't Teach You In Business School
I'm pretty disappointed that these basic concepts aren't already taught.
Listen To Rudy Giuliani Act Out A Punch To Obama's Groin
WNYC's Brigid Bergin caught former New York City mayor Giuliani telling a crowd that the Republican pick-up of Anthony Weiner's congressional seat was, "a shot right in the, boom, man, man, wow” for Obama and the Democrats.
The New "Figure It Out" Stinks
It's not the show we all remember. I mean, it is that show, just not half as good.
Orthodox Women Take Traditions To The Gym
Finding the right yoga class isn't easy for women who practice religions with traditional modesty laws. For many New York City Muslims and Orthodox Jews, a good workout means no men, covered windows and music that's "free of profanity or sexual references." (Sorry, Nicki Minaj.)
How To Make Your Dog Look Like A Douche
Are your pets totally badass, rock-n-roll animals that are also a little bit promiscuous? You should probably buy them crap from the Bret Michaels' Rockin' Pet Accessories line.
9 Tall Tales From Barack Obama's Memoir
David Maraniss's new biography of Barack Obama challenges parts of Obama's own memoir, Dreams from my Father, as BuzzFeed reported.
World's Most Anti-Fun Museum Found
Someone needs to put a stop to this before it has a chance to spread more anti-clown resentment across America.
32 Hottest Fashion Trends Spotted At A Furry Convention
Here are the latest fashion trends from Anthrocon 2012. You didn't think simply a fursuit was enough, did you?
Weekend Box Office: Rock Of Ages And That's My Boy Bomb
Madagascar and Prometheus topped the box office for the second week in a row, while the new releases basically flopped. Adam Shankman’s Tom Cruise jukebox nightmare Rock of Ages grossed just $15 (according to early estimates) on a $75 million budget…
Dr. Ruth Says Microsoft Has The Secret To Love
Throw away your dating books, single ladies — Dr. Ruth says Microsoft tablets will get you laid.
Which Guy On "Girls" Is The Most Tolerable?
In the first season finale, the men on the show, who had been entirely awful for nine episodes, finally showed their softer sides and didn't act like complete jerks. Which one turned out to the least awful?
Book Reveals First Lady Michelle Obama's White Ancestors
Dolphus T Shields (pictured), Mrs Obama's ancestor, has a white father who links the First Lady with slave-owning the decedents of slave owners who still live in the South.
The Ultimate Collection Of Gay One Direction Gifs
So. Much. Homoeroticism. I love it.
Nic Cage Cats
Do you think Nicolas Cage sees this in the mirror when he's tripping on mushrooms with his cat?
Adidas' New Shoes Seem Pretty Racist
They have shackles. Shackles!
Australian Bourbon Ads Target Trashy Women
Very trashy women. Know your consumer, I guess? Four ads.
Every Time Someone Hums "Daybreak" On Community
Warning: Only watch this if you can handle having "Daybreak" stuck in your head all day. (via warmingglow.uproxx.com).
Face Mapping
Here's what your face says about your health.
How I Did It: Held A 100-Person Wedding For Under $4,000
The wedding industry tries to up-sell brides and grooms on so many items, but be reassured:None of those (expensive) superfluities matter.
This Is Summer
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When Online Advertising Doesn't Make Sense
Want to read this article? Sure! But first we have a question about potatoes.
Let's All Wear LeBron James' Sweaty Disgusting Headband
LeBron gave his headband to some random girl after the game, and she immediately put it on. That's really gross.
Summer Lovin'
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This Is What You Should Never Say To A Man With A Knife
Lesson learned: don't ask too many questions.
Katy Perry's Nude Butterfly Costume
The tight nude bodysuit worked when she was performing as a butterfly on stage at last night's Much Music awards — but when she came back out to accept an award immediately after, she looked both embarrassed close to naked.
Eight Images From Mitt Romney's Business Career
This is what private equity looks like.
U.S. Open Champ Webb Simpson Isn't Sold On Evolution Or Abortion, But He Likes Coffee
An interview with Webb Simpson, using his goofy tweets.
WWE No Way Out 2012 Results: Winners, Twitter Reaction And Highlights
WWE's No Way Out pay-per-view returned after a three-year hiatus June 17, in what turned out to be a predictable night of matches. No titles changed hands, no heel superstars were victorious and all storylines received a minimal push with the except…
Katy Perry Scores Hattrick Of Successful Costume Changes At The MuchMusic Awards
Too much! Katy Perry proved that there are some outfits which are too revealing even for her as she took to the stage in a nude bodysuit at last night's MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto
New Democracy Claims Greek Elections
ATHENS, Greece, June 17 (UPI) -- Greece's center-right New Democracy party Sunday claimed victory in the second parliamentary election in six weeks.
Facebook To Fork Over $10million To Charity In Lawsuit Over 'Sponsored Stories' Ads
Facebook has agreed to dish out a whopping $10million to charity to settle a lawsuit that accused the site of violating users' rights to control the use of their own names, photos and likenesses, according to court documents made public this weekend…
Anderson Cooper Being Sassy (And Awesome) On Twitter
AC doesn't take shit from nobody.
Rob Dyrdek Is Selling Burritos To Stoners
The best part? They're 420 calories each.
Christopher Meloni's "True Blood" Debut
He plays a scary, badass vampire lawyer. Terrifying, almost!
The Petty Politics Of Public Transit Mapping
One theory as to why Apple's Google Maps replacement doesn't include bus, train or subway data: dealing with hundreds of transit agencies, each with its own odd politics, is frustrating. Google's been wrestling with this for years, apparently.
Adidas Under Fire For Unveiling New Trainer With Orange 'Shackles' Like Those Worn By Black Slaves
Outrage: Adidas has sparked anger and been accused of 'promoting slavery' by creating a new pair of trainers which have bright orange 'shackles' that fit around the wearer's ankles
The New York Times And BuzzFeed To Collaborate On Video Coverage Of 2012 Conventions
The New York Times And BuzzFeed To Collaborate On Video Coverage Of 2012 Conventions
Pick For Best Commercial Of The Year
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity—the world's premier advertising event—starts today. This Japanese spot deserves to win gold (it won't).
Barack Obama's 1995 Interview On "Dreams From My Father"
In this 1995 with Eye on Books, accessed online via the Web Archive, a young Barack Obama — then a civil rights attorney and lecturer at the University of Chicago — speaks about his forthcoming memoir and about race relations.
Rielle Hunter Discusses Relationship With John Edwards In New Book
She still has feelings for him, she writes in the memoir out June 26, but isn't sure if they have a future. Of his relationship with their four-year-old daughter, Quinn, she writes that "he is a great dad to her when he is with her," but that his time with her is limited due to his other family.
These Photos May Break The Internet
Carly Rae Jepsen of "Call Me Maybe" fame, Justin Bieber, and Justin Bieber's baby brother wearing a trendy cardigan, at this weekend's MuchMusic Awards in Toronto. Baby Jaxon is even making weird faces.
Women With High Testosterone Levels May Be Banned From Olympics
New International Olympic Committee policies will likely ban women with hyperandrogenism, a condition that results in unusually high levels of testosterone, from competing in the women's events because officials believes it gives them an unfair advantage. As The New York Times puts it, simply saying you're a woman should be enough to compete among fellow females.
What's Next For ObamaCare: A Step-By-Step Guide
The Supreme Court will rule to uphold, strike down, or kill part of President Obama's landmark 2010 health care overhaul Thursday morning. That will only be the beginning.
Obama's Harvard Law Professor Roberto Unger Says 'He Must Be Defeated In 2012'
Roberto Unger posted a video on YouTube detailing the reasons why he believes the President does not deserve a second term in the White House.
Kim Kardashian Tells Oprah: "'I've Had An Epiphany Over The Last Year"
Oprah Winfrey kicked off her two-part Oprah's Next Chapter special with the Kardashian clan, all of whom took turns revealing surprising thoughts about their fame and popularity.
Dark Knight Rises Tickets Going For $100 And Up On eBay
The Dark Knight Rises opens July 19th, and midnight screenings are already selling out around the country, as people rush to be the first ones to tell their friends that they couldn’t understand Bane either. Now, some enterprising dorks who dared to…
Metta World Peace Thinks James Harden Is Stupid
Will these two just make out already? They're our generation's Sam and Diane.
WWE No Way Out 2012 Results: Live Coverage, Updates Of PPV
WWE No Way Out is here, as the Big Show is set to battle John Cena in a main event filled with gimmicks. This steel-cage match will decide the fates of Cena and John Laurinaitis.
A Crazy Fan Making Bird Calls Interrupted The U.S. Open
U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson responds, "Enjoy the jail cell, pal." Which is pretty weird, too.
Fake Hair Don't Care Photo - Buzznet
The latest viral buzz from www.buzznet.com
Who Designed The Kikkoman Soy Sauce Bottle?
It took three years for Ekuan and his team to arrive at the dispenser's transparent teardrop shape. More than 100 prototypes were tested in the making of its innovative, dripless spout (based on a teapot's, but inverted). The design proved to be an …
Watch: Terry Richardson Photographs Ed Westwick Getting A Lap Dance For Philipp Plein’s New Campaign
We all have goals. When I first moved to New York City early last year, one of my major personal goals involved tracking down and subsequently making out with Gossip Girl‘s Ed Westwick. Totally rational, right? A year and a half later, I’ve managed …
Drake And Chris Brown Fight Over Rihanna: Second Female Victim Shows Her Wounds
Chris Brown was also injured. He posted a picture of a gash on his chin, apparently sustained from the fight with Drake. His female companion was also hurt.
Chris Brown And Drake Nightclub Brawl: Police Investigate Whether There Were Gunshots In Manhattan Club
Witnesses told the NYPD they heard a gun go off amid the early morning ruckus at the Manhattan club as Brown and Drake reportedly fought over their ex, Rihanna. No one reported seeing a gun.
Michael Bay's Ninja Turtles Pushed Back Indefinitely By Paramount
Cowabummer, dudes. Looks like you’ll have to wait until at least 2014 for that Michael Bay-produced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie where the turtles are “edgy, lovable aliens” this time. It’s actually the third Paramount property to get an extre…
