Archive
July 12, 2013
31 Photos Of New York City In The Summer Of '69
In 1969, Life magazine captured both the energy and the misery of a hot summer day in the city.
Definitive Proof That Animals Make The Most Adorable BFFs
Who says a baby orangutan and a French bulldog can't be best friends?
The Most Important Piece Of Software You've Never Heard Of
You're familiar with the internet? Now, forget about that: here's the real thing.
Third Victim Dead In Asiana Flight 214 Crash
She was reportedly a young Chinese girl. Check back for updates.
8 Celebrity Tweets You Missed Today
Happy Friday!
Read The New Justice Department Guidelines For Snooping On Reporters
Eric Holder's report comes after criticisms over the Justice Department's seizure of Associated Press phone records. Update: The White House applauds Holder's report, signals a move away from criminal investigations of leakers.
These Republicans Who Want To Limit Food Stamps Represent A Lot Of Food Stamp Recipients
These are some of the members of Congress who have been the most vocal in support of limiting SNAP and the number of households receiving SNAP benefits in their districts.
Boeing Lost About $4 Billion After Heathrow Plane Fire
Boeing's 787 Dreamliner caught fire today, sending the stock into a tailspin. It happened after the company's faced months of problems with the new planes.
Studio Says Orson Scott Card's Anti-Gay Views Are "Completely Irrelevant" To "Ender's Game"
In a statement, Lionsgate trumpets its support of the LGBT community, and promises a "benefit premiere" for their feature film adaptation of Card's bestselling sci-fi novel.
86 Stunning Henna Tattoos
These traditional Indian mehndi tattoos are only temporary, but you'll wish they weren't.
25 Signs You Grew Up With Disney
You know you did.
Little Orphan Hulu
The online video service, which generates nearly $700 million in annual revenue, is stuck in ownership purgatory.
Closing Arguments In George Zimmerman Trial Appeal To Emotion, Justice
The jury begins deliberating in Zimmerman's second-degree murder trial.
The Obama Administration Has Stopped Pretending They're Not Worried About Edward Snowden
"Some 29-year-old hacker" got the business Friday. So did his international friends.
7 Terrible Handshakes Only Incredibly Awkward People Know
There's bad, and there's really bad. Then... there are these.
Insanely Corrupt Hospital In Zimbabwe Charges $5 Every Time A Pregnant Woman Screams In Pain
Seriously, what's going on in Zimbabwe?
Obama Is Totally Just Copying Other Presidents
He might as well just throw in the towel now.
6 "Sharknado" Sequels That Need To Exist
RIGHT. NOW. Syfy should feel free to send royalty checks at their convenience.
HS Principal Decides "The Laramie Project" Is "Too Adult" For His Students To Perform
The Laramie Project has been performed in many theaters over the past decade, but this school's principal won't allow it.
Is This Humanity's New Home In The Galaxy?
A fresh start. Just a few minor issues to work out first.
Train Accident In France Kills 6
UPDATED: "Dozens" wounded, 9 in critical condition after a deadly high-speed train derailment in the suburbs of Paris. "It is an apocalyptic spectacle," said one official.
Yum Brands Suffers From Chinese Hot Pot Scandal After Poultry Problems Subside
The CEO of Yum Brands, which owns KFC, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut, told investors and analysts yesterday about a new challenge the company is facing: "a huge cloud over the hot pot category."
The 17 Most Twee Sex Toys Of All Time
Sometimes vibrators can seem a tad intimidating. You know what's not intimidating? Flowers and cupcakes and Hello Kitty!!!
Obamacare Delay Puts Democrats Back Into Defense Mode
"Compared to the summer of 2010 when I had red-faced people threatening me that I was going to be drawn and quartered, I think explaining a delay is not going to be that bad," said Connecticut Rep. Jim Himes.
22 Pimm's-Filled Ways To Toast The Royal Baby
The birth of the royal baby is a serious historic event. Please, don't let that stop you from recognizing it as an opportunity to make booze-filled cupcakes.
"Sharknado" May Take On Shark Week
In an interview with BuzzFeed, Syfy's head of original programming says the network may re-air Sharknado during Discovery's popular "Shark Week" in August. The buzz around the movie underscores the importance of original programming for cable networks.
First Same-Sex Couple Wins Marriage Suit In Colombia
The pair, Diego and Juan, will marry on July 24 under a ruling handed down by a judge in Bogotá. This is the beginning of the next phase of the fight for marriage equality in Colombia.
3 Cool New Ways To Display Your Vacation Photos
Keep the memory of your summer travels alive by displaying your photos (yes, physical printed photos) in one of these creative ways.
The 34 Most Perfectly Timed Moments In Internet History
On Tumblr, there are no coincidences. Just like-minded individuals all working in perfect harmony with one another. (h/t Pleated Jeans)
Somebody Made A Cannon That Shoots You In The Face With Cheetos
Finally, a graceful and elegant solution to Cheeto fingers!
This New, Lifelike DARPA Humanoid Robot Will Haunt Your Dreams For The Rest Of Time
Update: And now Google owns them.
This Olympic Skater Is Out And Proud, Even In Russia
"I'm not going to tone down or change who I am just because I've gone to a different country."
Crushing Photos Of 2-Year-Old At Funeral For Father Slain In London Knife Attack
"My daddy, my hero."
9 Harsh Political Realities Of Sharknado
You have been warned.
Henry Cavill Breaking Up With Kaley Cuoco Is The End Of A Week-Long Nightmare
Literally one week after their public debut, Henry and Kaley have broken up. *Sheds tears of joy*
Steam's Massive Annual Summer Sale Is Here
Saluting a smorgasbord of superlative savings.
How To Make $6.5 Billion In 90 Days
JPMorgan Chase reported $6.5 billion in net income for the second quarter, a 31% jump from a year before. But loans and profits from them are down, so where is the money coming from?
This Theory On Pixar Movies Will Blow Your Mind
Jon Negroni recently developed "The Pixar Theory," and it will make your jaw drop.
Who Should Replace S.E. Cupp At MSNBC?
MSNBC's midday roundtable show The Cycle lost its lone conservative voice when S.E. Cupp jumped ship for CNN and Newt Gingrich, presenting the network with an opportunity to make a bold move and bring some much needed buzz to 30 Rock.
Immigration Politics Play Out In Administration Statements Following Napolitano's Resignation
Both Napolitano and Obama talk about making the immigration system "fairer."
This Local News Reporter's Bear Attack Video Is The Funniest Thing In The World
What to do if a bear attacks? This reporter tells all.
One-Year-Old Accidentally Buys A Car On Her Dad's Smart Phone
This is why your phone needs a password.
Today Is Dedicated To The Fearless Girl The Taliban Could Not Kill
Happy Malala Day!
The Battle For Dell Heats Up
Carl Icahn today made an offer to sweeten his bid to return value to the company's shareholders. With just a week to go, the deal shows no signs of having a clear outcome.
Benedict Cumberbatch Made A "Harlem Shake" Video Using His Hands
Brace yourselves, Cumberbitches.
15 Ways To Remind A Homesick Kid You Love Them
Going to sleepaway camp or on a parent-free trip can be downright terrifying. Here's how to ease the transition and make sure your kid has such a good time, they'll beg to go back next summer.
31 Cool Things To Do With The Apple Logo On Your Mac
...and it's as simple as buying a decal. Yay!
Janet Napolitano Resigning As Homeland Security Secretary To Head University Of California System
A sudden change in the midst of a major national immigration debate.
Diana Ross, '70s
Diana Ross, '70s
"Sharknado" Director Speaks: "I'm Sitting Here Kind Of Numb"
The doubters thought it couldn't be done. "All these fans just embraced this crazy little movie we did and turned it into this thing," Anthony C. Ferrante says.
Twitter Goes Insane Over Sharknado
The SyFy channel's newest movie Sharknado, about a tornado that sucks sharks out of the ocean and into LA, is a hit thanks to the internet.