Archive
October 10, 2013
Things You Can't Help But Touch
Because sometimes you can’t keep your hands to yourself.
Capitol Hill Workers Are Starting To Freak Out About Not Getting Paid
Essential workers on the Hill won't see a paycheck until the shutdown ends. "If this goes past the end of the month, I'm fucked," an officer said.
GOP Rep. Tom Cotton: Obamacare "Repeal's Not Gonna Probably Work"
"I obviously supported the repeal of Obamacare and I still would like to repeal that law ... repeal's not gonna probably work when the guy in the White House is still named Barack Obama."
The 2003 California Recall Election: Where Are They Now?
Ten years ago this week, California held a recall election to remove Gov. Gray Davis from office, and movie stars, a porn star, and a future congressmen lined up to take his job. Here's what they're all doing now.
Vatican Withdraws Papal Medals On Which Jesus Was Misspelled As Lesus
More than 6,000 medallions to commemorate the start of Pope Francis's papacy bore Lesus on them.
Ten Years Ago, California Held One Of The Wildest Elections Ever
The Golden State held a recall election in October 2003 to oust its governor. Here are some of the best moments showcasing American democracy at work.
Anti-Americanism Soars In Wake Of Egypt Aid Decision
Egyptians woke up Thursday to the news that President Barack Obama had decided to withhold millions of dollars in aid from Egypt's military.
Scott Carpenter, Second U.S. Astronaut To Orbit Earth, Dies At 88
One of the "Original 7" NASA astronauts died Thursday. "We're going to miss him," his wife said.
What Happens When You Send A Text That Never Arrives And Drives Your Friends Completely Insane
They have to finish typing sometime, right? RIGHT?!
Why Twitter Wants To Wrap Itself Around Every TV Clip On The Internet
There's a lot of talk about what Twitter can do for TV. But here's what TV can do for Twitter.
The Classic Comedy Teams Who Helped Inspire "The Heat"
Director Paul Feig explains how the sparks between four all-time great comedy duos ultimately led to Melissa McCarthy and Sandra Bullock's pairing in last summer's hit comedy. Plus: an exclusive clip!
Brooks Brothers Returns To Roots With Planned Steakhouse
After years of trying to connect with new shoppers, the retailer's planned new Manhattan steakhouse, "Makers and Merchants," represents a return to its core customers.
8 Essential Study Hacks
Ace your next exam with these essential tips and tricks.
Why A Struggling Brooklyn Hipster Art Haven Had Its Crowd-Funding Campaign Shut Down
The crowd-funding site Fundrise did not believe that investments in recently shuttered Bushwick art collective 3rd Ward were a safe bet.
35 Genius Parenting Inventions
I have no idea how our ancestors raised kids without these things.
24 Stingy Hacks For The Cheapskates In All Of Us
Some are morally ambiguous, but whatever, you're poor.
Someone Threw A Giant Bag Of Cash Off A Balcony In The Senate
Apparently it was an act of protest.
The NSA Is Still Responding To Freedom Of Information Act Requests During The Shutdown
A researcher source forwards along a photo of letter from the National Security Agency. The NSA was responding to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. The FOIA request was addressed the day before the shutdown, but was sent Wednesday.
More Than Anything, Twitter's IPO Is A Marketing Opportunity
Twitter isn't for the general public — not yet at least. And it's becoming an increasing important issue as it heads towards its IPO.
J.C. Penney's Identity Crisis In One Screenshot
Do a Google Image search for "J.C. Penney logo." The retailer says it's changing its logo again.
18 Timely Halloween Costumes For 2013
This was a huge year both online and IRL. Show the world how up-to-the-minute you are with these easy costume ideas.
Corrupt Ex-Detroit Mayor Sentenced To 28 Years In Prison
"I really, really, really messed up," Kwame Kilpatrick said after his sentencing.
The Most Haunted Places In America
WARNING: Don't watch this before bed.
Chelsea Clinton Says Her Parents Pressure Her To Have A Kid
She says she gets "unapologetic pressure" from Bill and Hillary.
9 Reasons You Never Stopped Playing 8-Bit Video Games
Because honestly, the golden age is still the best age.
Twitter's Plan To Get Your Attention Again
The future of Twitter is all about live events, video, news, and TV. But this future depends on one unexpected thing: notifications.
In Case You'd Like To Drunk Dial Congress...
If you've had a few drinks and want to give politicians on Capitol Hill a piece of your mind, drunkdialcongress.org is the one-stop-shop for drunk dialing random members of Congress.
Signs He's Just Not Interested In You
Yeah, it might be time to start looking elsewhere.
Meet Dan Dewey, The Amazing Guy Who Buys And Delivers Coffee For Cancer Patients Every Week
He, also, has an amazing mustache.
Texas Fertilizer Plant Where Massive Explosion Happened Fined $118,300 For Workplace Violations
West Fertilizer Co. is being fined for 24 workplace violations after the April 17 explosion, which began as a fire.
25 Clever Nail Ideas For Halloween
Whether you're dressing up from head to toe or forgoing a costume entirely, let your fingertips get in on the Halloween action.
13 Classic Movie And TV Scenes Reenacted In GTA V
Re-live the classics, from Back to the Future all the way to Teen Wolf
Two Midshipmen To Face Court-Martial In Naval Acadamy Rape Case
Two of the three ex-Naval Academy football players accused of sexually assaulting a female midshipmen will face a general court-martial.
Saudi Woman Stopped By Police For Driving
"She is a very brave woman and many others have been following her example," a friend says. UPDATE: She's been released.
Chairwoman
Janet Yellen made history this week by becoming the first woman to be nominated to chair the Federal Reserve.
Did Ariel Castro Die Of Autoerotic Asphyxiation?
It's possible, according to a new state report. The investigation also revealed that correctional officers weren't watching the convicted kidnapper in the hours before he was found hanging in his cell.
A Local News Reporter On Live TV Accidentally Ate Cat Vomit Off The Floor And Oh My God Was It Gross
Warning: This post contains images of a man accidentally eating cat vomit on live television.
27 Halloween Costumes For Elementary School Teachers
Dress to impress your most adorable audience.
45 Times Harry Potter Fans Lost Their Cool At The Movie Theater
Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home.
21 Times Rickie Vasquez From "My So-Called Life" Spoke Directly To Your Heart
Rayanne Graff doesn't deserve you, beautiful boy.
How Companies Like Twitter And Facebook Get So Rich
The courtship of startups by venture capital firms is the greatest love story of our time.
Malala Wins Prestigious Sakharov Human Rights Prize
Malala Yousafzai, the girl who survived being shot in the head by the Taliban, has beat Edward Snowden to win the EU's Sakharov human rights prize.
Alice Munro Wins The Nobel Prize In Literature 2013
Canadian author Alice Munro has won the Nobel Prize in Literature 2013.
Snowden's Father Doesn't Know When His Son Will Return To U.S.
Lon Snowden, father of Edward Snowden, has arrived in Moscow in hopes that he will see his son, who was granted asylum by the Russian government.
British Woman Missing From Hospital Found Dead In Stairwell
A woman's body found in the stairwell of a San Francisco hospital has been identified as Lynne Spalding, a patient who had been missing for over two weeks.
Libyan Prime Minister Survives Kidnapping
Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan has made his first appearance in public after being kidnapped by armed men on Thursday. A former rebel group claimed responsibility for the abduction.
Progressive Veterans Group Slams Republicans Over Shutdown
"Republicans in Congress say their government shutdown is an 'epic battle.' I fought in six epic battles, fighting the Nazis. Congressmen, your shutdown is not an epic battle. It's bad governance," 91-year-old veteran Redge Ranyard says. The partisan shutdown fight over veterans heats up.
Steve Lonegan Ramps Up Rhetoric In Debate Against Cory Booker
Lonegan goes after Booker, Newark, and President Obama in the last New Jersey Senate debate. "The reality here is that's the kind of rhetoric that's going to drive further gridlock," says Booker.
Anthony Weiner Went On "Hannity" And Things Quickly Turned Awkward
"What the hell were you thinking?"
9 Dance Tips From Politicians
Dance like no one is watching, even when everyone is.
People Think Obamacare Is The Actual Apocalypse
Obamacare is apparently a sign of the End Times.
Are You Suffering From Depression Caused By Drake's Music?
Don't worry, the makers of NoDrizzyTine will have you listening to Kanye and feeling confident in no time -- maybe too confident.
Egypt Fumes Over Cuts In Aid
Egypt experts also criticize the way the Obama administration handled the move. "We were kept completely in the dark,” a state department official says.
