Archive
February 15, 2013
Our NBA Overlords Have Become Self-Aware
Sports officials embracing statistics and technology that will improve the fan experience? What's next, stadium beers at a reasonable price?
Ken Cuccinelli For President?
The Republican candidate for governor in Virginia may have his eye on a bigger perch. KenCuccinelliForPresident.com has been registered by a consultant.
The Fight To Keep YouTube Online in Egypt
Egypt's Ministry of Communication and Information Technology says it's impossible to enforce a judge's decree blocking the website.
9 Things That Can Happen In One Song According To Disney
These are some unrealistic time tables. Music montages have to be partially to blame for our instant gratification society.
Neighborhood Pulls Together, Makes Sled To Drag Pregnant Woman To Hospital After Blizzard
Babies don't care about blizzards. (via NBC Connecticut)
Place Your Bets (Oh Wait, You Can't)
Why can't we bet on whatever we want? The death of the most infamous predictions market in the U.S.
The 'No Labels' Group Really Needs To Work On Their Emails
Would you open an email that had a subject line like, "orange"?
Facebook Hit By "Sophisticated" Hackers
A handful of Facebook employees were hacked last month, with "sophisticated" custom-made tools. "We have found no evidence that Facebook user data was compromised," says the company.
26 Best New Words For Sounding Out The Alphabet
Customer service is getting younger.
Liberal Support For Chris Christie Frustrates Democrats
Fundraisers in Beverly Hills and Silicon Valley, and a fan-base that includes Mark Zuckerberg. A "huge gulf" between Christie's popularity and record, says Henne.
A Timeline Of John McCain's Positions On Chuck Hagel Positions
To filibuster or not to filibuster.
The "Chubby Checker" App Does Not Amuse Chubby Checker (Because It Measures Penises)
"Any of you ladies out there just start seeing someone new and wondering what the size of there member is?" And that's how you get sued by a pop icon.
That Time A Meteor Blew Up Over Russia More Than 100 Years Ago
Scientists estimate that the 1908 explosion was 1,000x more powerful than the Hiroshima atomic bomb. Today's meteor explosion bears an uncanny resemblance to the century-old mystery.
27 Incredible Food Tattoos
An Instagram of your dinner is nice, but tattoos show that you mean it forever.
25 Ugly Foods That Are Beautiful On The Inside
They're fugly, they're fierce, and they're fine eatin'. So back off, haters.
Yes, The Bus Taking "Triumph" Passengers Home Broke Down, Because Of Course It Did
Those poor people on Carnival's poop cruise might actually be cursed. They got off a stranded ship Thursday night, only to get stuck on another vessel.
Powerful Photos Of Tibetan Vigil For Monk Who Set Himself On Fire
The vigil marks the 100th self-immolation attempt since 2009 to protest the Chinese occupation of Tibet.
Who Owns Your Genes?
This spring, the Supreme Court will decide whether human genes can be patented by corporations. The answer should obviously be no.
True Facts About The Mantis
Watch this... the mantis is watching you.
How To Stop Terrible Parody Accounts Before They Even Start
Jake Fogelnest is on a mission. And he could use our help.
Do NBA Players' Jumpers Actually Improve During ACL Rehab?
It doesn't seem that way.
This Is What A Pixar "Star Trek" Reboot Would Look Like
To boldly go to infinity and beyond! Canadian artist and illustrator Phil Postma gave the cast of Star Trek: The Original Series the animated treatment.
The Real Reason Asteroids Exist
Courtesy of Neil deGrasse Tyson. We have to get off this rock, or we will die.
"Adventure Time" Comic Covers Create Sweet Diorama
Mathematical! Boom! Studios is set to reprint the first six issues in May with connecting cover art.
Photos Of The Destructive Aftermath Of The Russian Meteor
The 10-ton meteor that struck the Russian city of Chelyabinsk Friday set off a shockwave that caused untold damage to the area and injured nearly 1,000 people.
This Photo Will Break Your Heart
The winner of the World Press Photo of the Year, showing a group of grieving men carrying dead children through the streets of Gaza City, is stunning and tragic. WARNING: Graphic content.
The Cutest Facebook Like Button
It barks. It licks. It fetches. It loves.
Can You Spot The Legos In These Pictures?
Sculptor Nathan Sawaya and photographer Dean West have joined forces to create a series of multimedia images using stark photography and Legos called "In Pieces". Introspective modern art has never been more fun.
What Do I Do When I Can See My Friends Blowing Me Off On Facebook?
They're not your "friends."
DeAndre Jordan's Terrible Free Throw Is Borderline Not Safe For Work
Hide your kids, hide your wife.
What The Heck Are The Oscar Sound Categories, And Who Will Win Them?
And will Quentin Tarantino beat out Amour and Zero Dark Thirty for Best Original Screenplay?
Meteorite Crash Reported In Russia
A set of explosions have been reported in the skies of Russia’s Urals region. Reports from RT and Voice of Russia say it was caused by a meteor shower. Nearly 1,000 people reported injuries.
Carnival Triumph Arrives In Alabama
The cruise ship drifted 90 miles north due to strong currents making Mobile, Alabama the best location for docking. A fire in the engine room of the Triumph left the ship stranded on Sunday off the coast of Mexico.
My Friend, Chris Dorner
Dorner's "best friend" in the Navy recalls a "happy, bubbly, smiley" officer. A "man's man" with few traces of the anger that drove a murderous spree.
American Appears To Be Fighting Alongside Terrorists In Syria
Three videos show what appear to be an English-speaking Westerner with an American accent taking up arms with Syrian rebels. The faction of the rebels he is apparently aligned with have been identified by the U.S. State Department as a terrorist organization.
Republicans, Democrats Put Aside Bickering For Valentine's Day Nosh
It's another miracle under the belt for St. Valentine.
