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October 8, 2013
Senate Democrats Draft Debt Limit Bill
A new "clean" debt limit measure drafted by Senate Democrats would extend the nation's debt ceiling through the end of 2014 and simply provide the president authority to pay the nation's debts.
GOP Congressman Who Slammed Democrats For Fundraising Over Shutdown Is Fundraising Over Shutdown
"I hope you'll be as disturbed as I am at what I'm about to share," Rep. Schweikert said.
Judge Rules Unpaid Intern Cannot Bring Sexual Harassment Claim Since She's Not A Paid Employee
The lawsuit came after a supervisor allegedly groped and tried to kiss an intern.
A Definitive History Of The Last Two Decades Of Western Civilization As Told Through Rap Lyrics
Mysteries Debunked. Scores Settled. Lessons Learned.
Los Tigres Del Norte Perform At Massive Immigration Rally
Thousands hit the National Mall Tuesday to draw attention back to immigration reform.
The Government Shutdown Is Basically "Arrested Development"
There's always money in the banana stand.
17 Things You Can Make At Craft Camp
Brooklyn Craft Camp is a day-long event where all of your wildest DIY dreams come true.
Harry Reid Is Surprisingly Good At Vine
The Senate Majority Leader's office Vined Republicans saying "I object" over and over and over.
17 Passages From "Lord Of The Rings" Beautifully Recreated In Stained Glass
This is art fit for the halls of Rivendell. Artist Jian Guo uses digital art to mimic the artistry of old world stained glass and results speak for themselves.
21 Halloween Party Snacks That Are Pretty Darn Clever
The best way to face your fears is to just eat them.
Eight Democratic Members Of Congress Arrested At Immigration Protest
Supporters of immigration reform gathered on the National Mall for a rally Tuesday called “Camino Americano: March for Dignity and Respect." Organizers told BuzzFeed they expected more than 20,000 people at the rally. More than 100 people have already been arrested, including at least eight members of Congress.
14 Super-Simple Halloween Costumes You Can Make From Three Items
Impressive costumes for the craftily challenged.
Obama Opens The Door To Negotiations With Republicans
After insisting for weeks he won't negotiate with "a gun to [his] head," the president tries to give Republicans a way out. But he wants the country to know he's being the reasonable one.
Rick Santorum Makes Movies Now And His Latest Film Stars Susan Boyle
Because why not?
How Much Does It Take To Overdose?
Turns out, too much spinach can be a bad thing.
Parts Of Colorado Are Voting To Secede From The Rest Of The State
Eleven counties in Colorado will vote on whether they'd like to form their own state in November. To actually make a new state, though, you need your state government to say it's OK and Congress needs to approve it.
It Was Surprisingly Easy(ish) To Come Out As Trans At The DMV
Rafe Posey reflects on his transgender paper trail and "The Ladies" who helped him along the way.
"Trayvon Martin Day" Canceled At Pittsburgh High School After Complaints From Parents
Carrick High School decided to cancel the Trayvon Martin Day it had scheduled during homecoming. It has been replaced with Pirate Baseball Day.
Here Are Fox News' Cliffs Notes For Obama's Insanely Long Press Conference
A collection of chyrons from the new Fox News Deck's coverage of the president's hour-long press conference regarding the government shutdown.
Here Are All The People Who Still Love Dick Cheney
Conservatives roasted former Vice President Dick Cheney at a New York City event sponsored by the conservative Commentary magazine Monday night. Co-chairs of the program included Rupert Murdoch with roasts by Scooter Libby, Donald Rumsfeld, and Joe Lieberman.
How San Francisco Tech Companies Justify Their Tax Breaks
Yelp reviews, cocktail parties, and employee-only ballet performances. Community board members push back.
21 Birthday Cakes That Will Put Your Kid In Therapy For Life
Take the money you saved by making a homemade cake and put it in a therapy fund for your kid, who will be needing it in a big way for many, many years to come.
18 Chicken Nuggets That Clearly Prove God Is Real
Hey atheists, just try and tell me divine intervention wasn't at play here. JUST TRY.
Weather Channel Editor-In-Chief: "America Loves A Good Apocalypse"
Weather.com's editor-in-chief explains the site's new, outrageous tone. And how everyone loves a good apocalypse.
If "Parks And Recreation" Were An Old-School Nintendo Game
Who needs Mario, coins, and Princess Peach when you could have Leslie Knope, waffles, and Ice Clown?
Saudi Arabian Preacher Who Raped And Tortured His 5-Year-Old Daughter To Death Is Sentenced To 8 Years In Prison
In Saudi Arabia, a father cannot be executed for murdering his child.
What You're REALLY Thinking During Yoga
Do. Not. Fart.
Foods To Avoid When The Government Shuts Down
There's no time like a furlough to think about where your food comes from.
At Least One Guy Thinks Breaching The Debt Ceiling Isn't Such A Bad Idea
It's the end of the world as we know it and James Rickards, an author and senior managing director at merchant bank Tangent Capital, feels fine.
Exclusive: The Source Of "Afterlife With Archie" Zombies Revealed
It's all fun and games until the world is overrun with the living dead. BuzzFeed got a sneak peek at the first eight pages of the spooky series.
Icky Frat Email From Georgia Tech Instructs How To Lure "Rape Bait"
"IF ANYTHING EVER FAILS, GO GET MORE ALCOHOL."
Kids Go Cuckoo For Rainbow Looms
More than a million Rainbow Looms have been sold since a Detroit father invented the toy in 2010. Toys 'R' Us is locked in a lawsuit with his company after introducing a rival product called Cra-Z-Loom.
13 Things You Probably Didn't Know About "Hocus Pocus"
Such a classic.
J.C. Penney Says That Sales Aren't As Terrible As They Used To Be
Shares rose after the department-store company said comparable store sales fell by only 4% in September.
Jada Pinkett Smith Gets Crazy New Haircut
This fearless lady recently debuted a new buzz.
Startling Photos Of Vietnam Vets Arrested At The New York City Vietnam Memorial
Protesters started chanting, "Whose side are you on?"
Stomach Infections May Soon Be Thwarted By This Pill, Which Is Full Of Poop
A stomach infection caused by a debilitating bacterial infection, which kills 14,000 Americans annually, is destroyed by a pill filled with poop.
Silk Road Dealers Are Getting Arrested All Around The World
Arresting the site's owner was just stage one.
12 Women Who Would Make Excellent Nominees To Twitter's All-Male Board Of Directors
As Twitter heads for its public market debut, the company is facing criticism for not having any women on its board. Here are 12 female executives we think would make excellent directors.
GOP Congressman's Shutdown Explanation: Democrats Closed The Government To Fundraise
The Arizona Congressman also recently tweeted that the White House was trying to shut down the ocean.
Russian Activist Sentenced To Forced Psychiatric Treatment For Protest
Rights groups and opposition activists say the move recalls Soviet-era KGB tactics of sending dissidents to mental hospitals.
Peter Higgs And François Englert Awarded The Nobel Prize In Physics
The pair have been announced as this year's recipients of the Nobel Prize in Physics.
Putin Demands A Dutch Apology
President Putin demands an apology after a Russian diplomat was detained and "beaten" by police overnight.
Malaria Vaccine Could Be Less Than Two Years Away
The world's first malaria vaccine could be made available as early as 2015.
Jon Stewart Accuses Sebelius Of Lying After Grilling Her On Obamacare
Stewart: "How many have signed up thus far?" Sebelius: "Fully enrolled? I can't tell you, because I don't know."
Everything You Need To Know About The New Benjamins
The new $100 bill goes into circulation on Tuesday. Find out how to check if your bill is legit.
Words And Phrases To Make You Sound Smarter
Here are some words to make you sound like a pretentious jerk.
Ron Burgundy May Be The Best Car Salesman Ever
The internet loves anything related to the Anchorman franchise, but will it help Dodge sell cars?
