Archive
June 26, 2013
Proof That Airports Are Just Amusement Parks For Bags
A check-in line for people? Or a roller coaster line for BAGS???
Nelson Mandela Remains In Critical Condition
Former South African President Nelson Mandela has been placed on life support, Mandela clan elder Napilsi Mandela told the AFP news agency on Wednesday.
A Lot Of Men Follow Anthony Weiner On Twitter
The former congressman resigned over a sexting scandal that revolved around Twitter. Now his followers are mostly men.
Public Opinion On Marriage Equality From DOMA's Passage To Its Defeat
We've come a long way.
Supreme Court Rulings Reveal Republican Rift On Marriage Equality
Many in the congressional GOP were ready to drop the subject, while two House Republicans celebrated the decisions. Rep. Tim Huelskamp called a vote on a federal marriage amendment "the most logical response."
Men's Wearhouse Founder George Zimmer Accuses Board Of Marginalizing Him, Tarnishing His Reputation
The latest exchange in the awkwardly public back-and-forth between George Zimmer and the company he founded.
Woman Who Spoke To Trayvon Martin Moments Before His Death Testifies
Rachel Jeantel said that Martin described the man following him as "a creepy-ass cracker." Later she heard him say, "Get off! Get off!" before his telephone went dead.
10 Years Ago Today, We Repealed Anti-Sodomy Laws
Today, we repealed DOMA.
Walmart Drops Paula Deen
The world's largest retailer cut ties with the former Food Network star on Wednesday.
Oprah Regains Her #1 Spot On The Forbes 100 List Of The Most Powerful Celebrities
That story and more in today's CelebFeed Gossip Roundup!
Why Cable News Blew The Coverage Of Wendy Davis' Filibuster
Texas state Sen. Wendy Davis' filibuster of a restrictive abortion law blew up on social media, but cable news networks ignored the buzz and stuck with rebroadcasts of earlier shows. Orlando TV news anchor Mark Joyella on why the cable networks dropped the ball.
How One Hedge Fund Strategy Is Like The Steve Carell Character In Every Movie
Certain hedge funds have been employing an investment strategy known as risk parity, which is safe, measured, cautious. Not unlike most of the movie characters played by Steve Carell.
A Big Day For Marriage Equality
Now in video form!
20 Things That Count As A Sandwich Whether You Like It Or Not
Next time a sandwich fascist tells you something isn't a sandwich, you can just tell them to shut up.
Polygamists Celebrate Supreme Court's Marriage Rulings
"The nuclear family, with a dad and a mom and two or three kids, is not the majority anymore," one polygamist cheers.
Justice Scalia Loves Writing Dissents
"Dissents are more fun to write. I gotta say that," he told C-SPAN in 2009. "Argle-bargle," he wrote in 2013.
50 Years Of Science Fiction Accurately Predicting The Future
These Hollywood classics were more like modern day oracles. If it weren't for these visionaries for life to imitate, where would we be?
34 Adorable Things To Do With Leftover Bits Of Yarn
Busting stashes, taking names.
The Best Vine Reactions To Today's Supreme Court Decisions
Hop aboard this emotional roller coaster!
19 Tortoises Explaining Monsanto's Unpopularity
Tortoises calmly telling you about the world's most controversial agricultural giant.
19 Powerful Photos From The Early Struggle For LGBT Rights
It's been a long time coming.
It Just Got A Lot Cheaper For Companies To Provide Equal Benefits
For even the gay-friendliest employers, DOMA made employees in same-sex marriages more expensive. But with the law struck down, things might get a little easier for companies.
Why Human Rights Activists Are Furious At Nintendo
Forget the console war. The house of Mario and conflict minerals.
14 Science-Fiction Fashions That Are Now Reality
Eat your heart out, Jane Jetson. From genetically mutated silkworms to the beginnings of a closet full of 3-D printed outfits, fashion is on the cutting edge of science.
The Never-Ending Quest For The Perfect Social Network
Q: Do we really need more social networks? A: Yes, and we always will.
Social Conservatives Hold Half-Hearted Press Conference Against Same-Sex Marriage
Opponents to marriage equality find themselves dispirited in wake of Supreme Court's decision to strike down Defense of Marriage Act.
11 Gorgeous Ways To Carry Around Knives
KITCHEN knives. If you like to cook and like to be equipped, you will understand.
Why Tea Is Obviously Better Than Coffee
Coffee is just brown bean-water. Brown bean-water that makes you poop.
Edith Windsor Claims Victory In Marriage Equality Fight
"If I had to survive Thea, what a glorious way to do it, as she would be so pleased," says the DOMA plaintiff.
What Happens When Women Get Mad At Computers
Apparently. Thanks, stock photos.
The 14 Best Things To Eat After A Workout
Don't let all that hard work go to waste!
How To Predict A Box Office Hit
Movie studios spend millions of dollars to track interest in upcoming films. Could Silicon Valley be Hollywood's new oracle?
The 2013 Running Of The Interns
A Supreme Court special edition.
6 Gorgeous DIY Drinking Glasses To Make Before Summer's Over
Your icy drinks will taste so much better out of a fancy glass.
57 British Actors Every Geek Will Recognize
England is home to many great actors and actresses from all the biggest fandoms. Here's every single one of them.
Obama Lost WiFi Right Before Marriage Equality Rulings Were Announced
The president had to be told by phone about the landmark rulings after Air Force One lost internet access.
19 Photos That Prove Kiwis Are Weird As Fuck
Kiwis, this is just too much.
This Is What Technology Has Done To Your Love Life
Basically, the difference between you and your grandparents' dating scene comes down to a major game-changer.
Nancy Pelosi's Two-Word Response To Michele Bachmann
Michele Bachmann wasn't happy with the Supreme Court ruling in favor of gay marriage today. Nancy Pelosi gave a very curt answer when asked to comment on Bachmann's statement.
This Binational Lesbian Couple Could Be The First To Receive A Green Card
With the dismissal of DOMA, married same-sex couples will now be federally recognized in 13 states. Cathy and Catriona could be the first of many binational same-sex couples to receive a legal green card.
23 Images That Will Change The Way You Look At "Harry Potter"
Or just make you fall in love with it more.
Watch This Prop 8 Plaintiff's Proposal On The Steps Of The Courthouse
Prop 8 was dismissed this morning, making this man's proposal valid. Just try not to cry.
Glenn Beck Worries About "Devout Muslims" Who Come Over Here And "Have Three Wives"
"I'm kind of with you," Republican Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul said to Beck on his radio program Wednesday.
Obama Praises Supreme Court Rulings On Marriage Equality
"The laws of our land are catching up to the fundamental truth that millions of Americans hold in our hearts."
NFL's Aaron Hernandez Arrested And Charged With Murder
The star tight end, who was also released by the Patriots, is charged with the murder of Odin Lloyd.
Obama Calls Prop 8 Couples On Live TV
"We're proud of you guys," the president says.
19 Photos Of Anticipation And Celebration From Inside San Francisco's City Hall
Though the Supreme Court's decisions on Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act were made on the other side the country, San Francisco residents gathered together waiting for an answer.
32 Things You'll Totally Need When You Go Camping
Ahh, nature. Just you, the wilderness, and lots of clever gadgets and gear.
The Visual Revolution Summit - New York, December 5, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 11:50 am -12:30 pm Altman Building 135 West 18th St. New York, NY 10018
Midwest Social Media Summit - Cleveland, November 21, 2013
Speaker: Matt Trotta, East Coast Executive Director, BuzzFeed, 3:15-4:00PM Executive Caterers at Landerhaven 6111 Landerhaven Drive Cleveland, OH 44124
Folio Media Next - New York, October 28, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 4:00pm New York Marriott Marquis 1535 Broadway New York, New York 10036
Critical Issues Forum - New York, October 24, 2013
Speaker: Jonah Peretti, Founder & CEO, BuzzFeed 9:00am-2:00pm 583 Park Avenue (63rd Street) New York, NY
Put This Photo Next To "Irony" In The Dictionary
This bus crash happened Monday.
Economic Growth Slower Than Previously Expected
Growth for the first quarter of this year came in 1.8%, down from the previous estimate of 2.4%. What happened?
YouPIX Festival - Rio De Janeiro, October 18, 2013
Speaker: Ben Smith, Editor-In-Chief, BuzzFeed 8:00PM Centro Cultural Ação da Cidadania
Wired UK - London, October 17, 2013
Speaker: Jonah Peretti, Founder & CEO, BuzzFeed 9:05-10:30AM Tobacco Dock 50 Porters Walk E1W 2SF
Digital East Conference - Herndon, Virginia, October 16, 2013
Speaker: Eric Harris, EVP of Business Operations, BuzzFeed 3:40-4:40PM Hyatt Dulles 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd. Herndon, Virginia 20171
CMJ Music Marathon - Music Journalism In The New Media World - New York, October 15, 2013
Speaker: Matthew Perpetua, Music Editor, BuzzFeed 11:00AM-12:00PM NYU Kimmel Ctr. Room 802 Shorin, 60 Washington Square South New York, NY 10012
"Crossfire" Hosts Ranked By Hotness
Get in line, Newt.
Milestones On The Road To Marriage Equality In America
In the wake of the the Supreme Court's dismissal of the Proposition 8 appeal and ruling that the Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional, a look at major moments in the same-sex marriage movement in America.
Fleishman Hillard Webinar - What’s New In Social: Insight From BuzzFeed - October 9, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 12:00-1:00PM
SAG-AFTRA - Los Angeles, September 27, 2013
Speaker: Terry City, Vice President, West Coast Sales, BuzzFeed 9:00AM-12:00PM 900 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Advertising Week - The Future Of News Leadership Breakfast - New York, September 26, 2013
Speaker: Jack Shepherd, Editorial Director, BuzzFeed 8:30AM Liberty Theater 234 W. 42nd Street New York, NY
The Future Of Media - New York, September 25, 2013
Speaker: Jonah Peretti, Founder & CEO, BuzzFeed 8:00-10:45am 60 Washington Square S Rosenthal Room (10th floor) New York, New York, 10012
Social Media Week - BuzzFeed And Translation Present: Social Sharing That Matters - Chicago, September 24, 2013
Speaker: Akeelah Kuraishi, VP of Sales Central Region, BuzzFeed 4:00-6:00PM Studio Paris, 59 w. Hubbard St., Chicago
OMMA Global Panel - What The Shift To 'Real-Time' Means For Media - New York, September 24, 2013
Speaker: Andy Wiedlin, Chief Revenue Officer, BuzzFeed 2:30pm New York Marriott Marquis 1535 Broadway New York, New York 10036
Advertising Week - Evolution Or Revolution: Part I - New York, September 24, 2013
Speaker: Jon Steinberg, President & COO, BuzzFeed 9:00am Times Center Stage 242 W. 41st Street New York, NY
Advertising Week - Four Brands Winning The Millennial Game - New York, September 23, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 10:00am Hard Rock Cafe 1501 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
Advertising Week - Native Ad Forum - New York, September 23, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 4:00-4:45PM Liberty Theater 234 W. 42nd Street New York, NY
Advertising Week - Storytelling In The Age Of Social, Mobile & Video - New York, September 23, 2013
Speaker: Jonah Peretti, Founder & CEO, BuzzFeed 12:00-12:50PM Times Center Stage 242 W. 41st Street New York, NY
Job Mobile Summit - The Ladders - New York, September 24, 2013
Speaker: Eric Harris, EVP of Business Operations, BuzzFeed 2:05-2:50pm Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers New York, NY
Social Data Week - New York, Friday, September 20, 2013
Speaker: Eric Harris, EVP of Business Operations, BuzzFeed 12:40 -2:30 PM Mandarin Oriental New York 80 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10023
99u - Brand & Digital Strategy Day - New York, September 20, 2013
Speaker: Jonathan Perelman, Vice President of Agency Strategy and Brand Development, BuzzFeed 11:30AM-12:30PM 82 Mercer St, 2nd Floor, New York, NY
Paula Deen: "I Is What I Is And I'm Not Changing"
The fired Food Network star went on NBC's Today show to explain — sort of — the controversy over her use of the n-word.
Kate Moss In "Glamour", '90s
Kate Moss,'90s
Anthony Weiner, The Sudden Frontrunner, Shrugs Off New Polling
The former congressman is at No. 1 — and confident as ever. "All I can say is hang on till January. Help is on the way."
New Zealand Tourism Board Raffles Same-Sex Wedding Package To Lure Australian Tourists
"We are excited to be making history," said Tourism New Zealand's General Manager, who also is excited about the millions of dollars Australian gays and lesbians would bring with them.
Heritage Touts Marco Rubio In Fundraising Letter While Publicly Attacking Him
Jim DeMint boasts to prospective donors that Rubio is in the Senate, in part, because of his work challenging the GOP establishment. Meanwhile, Heritage is at war with Rubio's immigration plan.
Democrats: Senator Race Proves Scott Brown Was A One-Time Thing
In an exclusive memo provided to BuzzFeed, the DSCC says what their latest victory means going forward.
The 32 Geekiest Bedrooms Of All Time
They're the bedrooms we deserve AND the ones we need right now.
