Archive
June 6, 2013
Going To The Beach: Expectations Vs. Reality
You had such high hopes, bro.
Clark Gregg Can't Believe He's Still Playing Agent Coulson
"These are things that just don't happen."
Meet Paltalk, The NSA's Weirdest Surveillance Target
An ancient chatroom service gets tapped like the big boys. A history with terrorism.
Ari Fleischer, Trolling Liberals, Emerges As Obama's Biggest Advocate
The former Bush aide thinks the president is doing a great job on national security! "I would imagine that the liberal left would see my defending the president as reason that he is doing things wrong."
Chinese Hacked The Obama And McCain Presidential Campaigns, Officials Say
U.S. Intelligence officials told NBC News that a massive cyberespionage operation attacked the 2008 presidential campaigns, which was traced back to hacking units supported by the People’s Republic of China.
These Are The 9 Internet Companies The Government Is Monitoring
According to reports, the NSA and the CIA are tapping into these companies' servers to gather users' “audio, video, photographs, e-mails, documents and connection logs.”
US Senator Survives On A Desert Island With His Kids, "Castaway" Style
"Fish, crab, coconuts.. and more coconuts."
Reports: FBI And NSA Secretly Mining Data From Major Internet Companies
Including Microsoft, Yahoo, Google, Facebook, AOL, Skype, YouTube and Apple. All of the information government analysts need "to track a person’s movements and contacts over time."
The 31 Best Photos Of Presidents With Their Pets
Bill Clinton was the one guy who got a cat to stay on a leash.
You Can Now Buy Butter With Paula Deen's Face On It
In retrospect, how did it take so long?
SEC Freezes Thai Man's Assets Because Of Suspicious Trades, Facebook Friends
If you make more than 1,000 percent in trading profits right before a big announcement, the SEC might take an interest. And they might scrutinize your Facebook friend list.
Verizon's Business Not Likely To Be Impacted By NSA Revelation
Analysts said a report that Verizon Communications was forced to turn over phone records to the U.S. government is unlikely to impact its business. In fact, investors sent shares of its stock up $1.67, or 3.5%, in trading Thursday.
Civil Libertarians Hope Snooping Scandals Will Serve As Tipping Point
As the White House tries to shrug off controversial revelations, will Americans start to care about their government spying on them?
How Snapchat Turned A Privacy Breach Into A Feature
Act first, apologize never. How a modern social app gets made.
Does Obama Choke At Sports?
President Obama is reportedly a solid athlete. But can he deliver when the cameras are on?
Justin Bieber Is Headed To Space
That story and more in today's CelebFeed Gossip Roundup!
About $30 Billion A Year Is Lost To "Organized Retail Crime"
Organized retail crime — the large-scale, criminal enterprise version of shoplifting — is on the rise, according to an industry trade group. Here are 5 statistics from today's National Retail Federation "Organized Retail Crime Survey."
How Americans Got Used To Surveillance
The American public was OK with surveilling Muslim citizens in 2006, and liberal New Yorkers were fine with it in 2012. Now they're complaining.
Congress Really Hates "Swag"
"I have got a bugaboo about swag."
30 Of Carrie Bradshaw's Most Ridiculous Outfits
Fifteen years ago, Sex and the City unleashed the mighty whirlwind of materialism and mismatching that was Carrie Bradshaw. A great many of her outfits were divine, but these were just plain absurd.
Orwell Or Obama?
The Guardian revealed Wednesday that the NSA has been collecting Verizon customers' phone records. George Orwell's 1984 was published 64 years ago this week.
29 Gorgeous Castles From Around The World
Take a look at your dream homes.
Vladimir Putin Is Getting A Divorce
Russia's first couple is no longer.
Kiefer Sutherland Confronts The Greatest Acting Challenge Of His Career
Balls on his face.
30 Things You Had No Idea You Needed
Shut up and take my money.
911 Operator Fired For Comparing Black People To Animals On Facebook
When asked about her comments, the woman has said she does not regret anything she said.
Libertarian Congressman Presses Government For Details Of Verizon Snooping
Rep. Justin Amash is collecting signatures on a letter that will demand answers from the administration.
Lindsey Graham: I Use Verizon And I'm Glad The Government Has My Phone Number
The republican senator announced that he supports the National Security Agency's access to millions of Verizon phone records.
15 Things You're Definitely Dreading About Pride
You're totally out and proud ...but some things about Pride are awful.
The NSA's Worst-Kept Secret
"It's not that NSA surveillance programs stopped, it's just that people stopped caring about it." The story isn't that the government is spying on us — it's that we've known for years and don't seem to care.
Basketball Team Ditches Executive Of The Year And Coach Of The Year On Purpose
Salad times in Denver!
23 Autocorrect Fails That Might Land You On The Government Watch List
Dear National Security Agency, it was my phone's fault. I swear! (via Damn You Auto Correct)
18 Miniature Craft Projects That Will Melt Your Heart
These crafts are giant...TO ELFIN CREATURES.
The Governor Of Massachusetts Got "Quite Drunk" By Himself After The Boston Manhunt
And now we know Deval Patrick (reportedly) gets tipsy after a “glass of chardonnay or two.”
If Disney Movies Had Honest Titles
The truth hurts. Christine Gritmon and Nick Nadel at The FW pulls the wool off our collective eyes.
Who Says "Y'all" And 10 Other Maps Showing Where Americans Say Things Differently
Hoagie or sub? Sneakers or tennis shoes?
Attorney General Eric Holder Vows No Prosecutions Of Reporters
"The department has not prosecuted, and as long as I have the privilege of serving as Attorney General of the United States, will not prosecute any reporter for doing his or her job," Holder tells Senate Appropriations Committee Thursday.
Which NBA Finals Team Plays Better When It's Raining?
And other intentionally meaningless statistical questions about the series that starts tonight.
29 Pasta Salads To Chill Out With This Summer
Hey bro, you like noodles? Cool, me too.
Event Planner Sought To Keep Booze Charges Off IRS Officials' Bills
Event planner sought to keep "after hours party" beer and wine costs hidden for two officials suspended for accepting gifts in 2010.
Progressive Super PAC Will Back Cory Booker
“The most unapologetic and eloquent spokesperson about poverty in this country," says Phillips. The $2 million project: “Help Cory Win.”
Verizon's Internal Memo On The NSA Surveillance Snafu
A huge report revealed that Verizon had to hand over call logs to the NSA. Basically, the company says when dealing with the government its hands are tied.
Flashback: Obama Railed Against Monitoring Citizens Who Did Nothing Wrong
Obama in 2007: "No more national security letters to spy on citizens who are not suspected of a crime, no more tracking citizens who do nothing more than protest a misguided war..." While Obama publicly expressed outcry at monitoring of citizens protesting Iraq, his administration's collection of Verizon phone records was broader. Unlike the Bush White House, which sometimes did not use a warrant, the Obama Administration had a warrant from a FISA judge. Obama goes on to mention that FISA court system, which he used to get his warrant for the broad seizing of Verizon records, works.
Hung Up
Verizon, led by CEO Lowell McAdam, is dealing with revelations that it has been required by court order to turn over its customers phone records to the National Security Agency.
New York Post Sued By Two Men Falsely ID'd As Boston Bombing Suspects
The "Bag Men" — who are decidedly not the Tsarnaev brothers — claim defamation.
Obama Administration Briefed Senators On NSA Snooping
Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin says he and some of his colleagues knew about elements of the Verizon story before it became public. UPDATE: Patriot Act author calls the FISA order “excessive.”
Exclusive: Therapist Enlisted To Help J.C. Penney Employees Cope Compares Retailer's Past 17 Months To 9/11
An organizational therapist brought in to help J.C. Penney employees cope with its management upheaval likened the experience to a bomb explosion and 9/11. Needless to say, it didn't go over well.
The 17 Most Perfect WikiHow Articles Ever Written
You'll be a mermaid in no time.
Make Your Own Verizon/NSA Ad!
"We never stop monitoring you."
Reporter Gets Completely Freaked Out By Magician On Live TV
This woman is apparently very, very scared of magicians.
Shares Of Verizon Unaffected By Surveillance In Early Trading
Investors shrug off report of massive collection of Verizon phone records by the NSA. But it's still early.
First Candidate Jumps Into New Jersey Special Election
Rep. Rush Holt told supporters Thursday morning that he would run for the empty senate seat. Cory Booker, collecting signatures for a petition, has yet to announce.
Jeremy Epstein Is Still Looking For A Job
The college student was thrust into the spotlight when he asked Obama and Romney about finding a job after graduation at the October town hall debate.
60 Things You Absolutely Have To Do This Summer
One for every "official" day of the season. Brought to you with unabashed bias by the BuzzFeed food editor.
Man Tries To Stab Himself Outside "Today" Show, Is Promptly Tackled
Dozens watched the incident unfold outside New York City's famous Rockefeller Center. The man was taken to the hospital; no one was else harmed.
Government Defends Snooping Program
The Obama administration on Thursday called the collection of millions of Verizon customers' telephone records "a critical tool in protecting the nation from terrorist threats."
Private Equity Sinks Teeth Into Casual Dining Deals
Private equity money is pouring into value chain restaurants as consumer spending on dining out is at an all-time high.
27 Inspired Ways To Decorate Your Sunglasses
You'll never throw away an old pair of shades again.
Anthony Weiner: "I’m Gonna Win This Election, OK?"
Weiner, confident as ever, handles questions at a campaign event about his raunchy 2011 tweets. "I have a three-word question: How dare you?" says Owens.
Who Needs Hashtags Anymore?
Even the most ardent hashtaggers are showing signs of fatigue.
NSA Secretly Collecting Verizon Customers' Phone Records
A report reveals that the National Security Agency is currently collecting the phone records of millions of Verizon customers in the U.S. under a top secret court order issued in April.
Insane Video Of El Reno Tornado
New video appears to show the extremely large and deadly EF-5 tornado from El Reno, Oklahoma on May 31, 2013. It measured 2.6 miles at its widest point.
