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June 11, 2013
Peruvian Police End Wedding At Underground Gay Bar
Peruvian national police raided an underground gay bar in the city of Pucallpa last week to shut down a same-sex wedding ceremony.
The Disconnect Between Facebook And Its Average Shareholder Is Both Alarming And Hilarious
Facebook held its annual shareholder meeting today. On deck: questions about mobile, advertising, and why doesn't my News Feed do what I want it to do?
Libertarian Republicans Not Ready To Dub Edward Snowden A Hero
They argue that the NSA spying programs were wrong but say whether Snowden broke the law is a separate issue.
17 Delicious Ways To Use Up Old Bananas
A squishy, spotty banana's just a muffin you haven't made yet.
Please Don't Bring Back The Console Wars
Sony versus Microsoft isn't good versus evil. It's money versus money.
25 Places Where You Should Totally Make Out
Mwah mwah MWAH.
San Francisco's Tech Tax Breaks Are Broken
Spotify is set to receive San Francisco's so-called "Twitter tax breaks" in exchange for "giving back" to the community. Meanwhile, the city has shut down the means to keep companies accountable.
12 Awesome Fathers' Day Cards For Gay Dads
Show both your dads how much you appreciate them with these unique cards.
The ACLU Is Suing The NSA
The advocacy organization — and Verizon customer — is fighting the metadata-collecting program uncovered last week in the Guardian.
How To Ruin Your Graduation Day With Free Expression
Kids these days. So into their First Amendment rights.
Howard Dean's Unfortunate Hair Transformation
Makes us scream.
Obama Schmoozes Reporters At Secret Meeting
The president popped into an off-the-record briefing with reporters Monday.
S&P Says Too Big To Fail Is Still Here But Might Not Be Sometime Soon
Standard and Poor's took down JPMorgan Chase's ratings outlook from stable to negative. And the government's implicit support for banks might be on the way out.
Republican Nominee For Virginia Lieutenant Governor Misspells Own Book Title...On The Cover
E.W. Jackson's self-published book Ten Commandments to an Extraordinary Life has a big error on the cover. Commandments — not "comandments."
Google Won Waze In Part By Keeping Team Intact And In Israel
After months of rumors, Waze has finally been bought. Google beat out Apple and Facebook for the traffic app maker.
18 Absolutely Essential Summer Fashion Beach Reads
Replete with eating disorders, backstabbing, and cat drawings. Here's how to make the most of your summer lounging, including suggested cocktail pairings.
22 New Ways To Use Your Printer
Put that hunk of plastic to better use than just printing out your ticket confirmations.
How Do You Even Become A Backup Dancer?
Two performers for Britney, Ke$ha, Katy Perry, and more discuss how to get noticed, the importance of training, and the great dream of working with Beyoncé.
Saving The Zombies And Shorting The Yen: Hedge Funds And Japan
Hedge funds are intensifying their focus on Japan amid reports that funds stand to boost assets by as much as 20% under Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s economic policies.
Search Isn't Google's Killer Product Anymore — It's Maps
Search is dead. Now get in your car.
New Mac Pro Spotted At BuzzFeed LA?
Apple's desktop has a radical new design. ...And I think I stumbled onto it at BuzzFeed's LA office.
Porn Star Arrested For Exposing Herself At Catholic High School To Get Back At "Bullies"
She also did something really gross with a crucifix while she was there. Obviously, this story is NSFW.
18 Ways To Use Your Slow Cooker This Summer
Because turning the oven on is just so not happening.
Hillary Clinton's Record Didn't Match Rhetoric On Surveillance
"The answer to this delicate security dilemma is neither blank checks nor blanket opposition."
Booz Allen Employees Think Edward Snowden Is A "Douche"
"We'll probably have to take three extra ethics training courses this year," one employee grouses on Facebook.
Treasury Introduces New Sanctions On Hezbollah Operatives
"There is nothing special about the timing other than we have been aggressively pursuing Hezbollah's financial networks and the facilitators for their financial activity in Lebanon for some time now," officials says.
Texas Teen Comes Out In Graduation Speech, Melts Hearts
Let's hear it for Mitch Anderson, everyone!
Turkish Government Moves To End Weeks-Long Protests
The prime minister told protesters they would "pay a price" and said he'll meet with protest leaders Wednesday. Dramatic photos from the past two days as riot police attempt to push demonstrators out of Taksim Square.
Pro-Immigration Republicans Do Not Welcome Obama's Return To The Debate
After letting it play out in Congress, Obama goes big on immigration at what Republicans say is the worst possible time.
Everyone Is Using Their Smartphones On The Toilet
You know this is why cell phones are so germy, right? A semi-scientific study.
The Only Thing You Need To Read About Nintendo's New Games
A new Smash Brothers, a new Mario Kart, and a four-player Super Mario. So, is anyone going to buy a Wii U?
Glenn Beck Wonders If There's An NSA Connection To The Spitzer And Petraeus Scandals
"You put that little phone in the charger and it's facing you—anyone can watch you while you sleep. We're entering 1984."
22 Photoshops That Illustrate How Brutally Sony Trolled Microsoft Last Night
At least, according to the gamers.
Behind The Scenes Of Zynga New York's Implosion
As part of sweeping layoffs, Zynga's New York operations were completely shut down. Here's an inside look at the implosion.
A Tribute To The Universe's Favorite Astronaut
And the internet's, too.
2 Cool New Ways To Cut Up A T-Shirt
Stand out from the music festival hordes with an easy cut-out shirt that isn't fringed.
Corporate Transparency
Lululemon shocked Wall Street for the second time in four months with the surprise announcement that Chief Executive Christine Day would be leaving the company.
Definitive Proof Hanna Marin Is The Best Pretty Little Liar
"I wear three inch heels, or I wear nothing."
24 Unexpectedly Awesome Sweet And Salty Combos
Your taste buds won't even know what to do with themselves.
Cory Booker's Celebrity Casts Wide Shadow Over Other Candidates
A listless start by comparison for the other senate hopefuls in New Jersey's special election. "Did you see how unexcited Pallone looked when he said he was excited?"
Electrical Explosion Reported At Atlanta Airport
Followed by bomb threats near the Georgia State Capitol building. No injuries have been reported. Check back for updates.
Watch This "What Would You Do" Clip And Have Your Faith Restored In (Some) Humanity
Strangers in a dress shop where a trans teen tried on dresses for prom were actually supportive.
11 Things You Didn't Know About Abraham Lincoln
Despite the Steven Spielberg movie, despite all the books about a figure supposedly written about more than anyone besides Jesus Christ, yes, there are things you probably don't know about him. Here are a few from Rich Lowry's new book, Lincoln Unbound.
Sony Mock Limitations Of The Xbox One
The 'Xbone' places restrictions on whether or not you can sell games that you've bought. In comes Sony with an official "instructional video" on sharing games.
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Who Is Chelsea Manning?
Chelsea Manning, the Army private who was sentenced to 35 years in prison for releasing explosive records through WikiLeaks in 2010, will now be released on May 17. Here's a look at the person behind the biggest leak in US history.
The Secret Language Of Lululemon
The most enthusiastic Lululemon customers have developed their own language for speaking about the brands products, fits, and more.
Turkish Riot Police Enter Taksim Square
Hundreds of police in riot gear moved easily past barricades in Istanbul's square early Tuesday. Many of the protesters, who had occupied the square for more than a week, were pushed into nearby Gezi Park.
NSA Source Edward Snowden Makes Front Pages Across The World
The man who leaked various materials on secret government surveillance programs made front pages around the world.
The Only Thing You Need To Read About Sony's PlayStation 4 Event
It costs 400 dollars, and these are the games you'll be playing on it.
The Two Most Powerful Men In The World Are Tigger And Pooh
President Barack Obama and President Xi Jinpling met last weekend, and users of the Chinese social network Weibo noticed something.
Kate Upton Celebrated Her 21st Birthday With Some Congressmen
One of them is her uncle, Fred Upton of Michigan.
