Archive
July 16, 2013
PayPal Blocks Sale Of Book For Having "Iranian" In The Title
How a photo book portraying regular Iranians in their homes got automatically banned by PayPal.
The View Hired Jenny McCarthy And A Lot Of People Are Pretty Pissed Off About It
It's because McCarthy believes vaccinations cause autism.
How Google Glass Got Its Catchphrase
Or how "Ok, Glass" was almost "Device, Please!"
The Secret Power Of Black Twitter
Last night Black Twitter killed a George Zimmerman trial juror's book deal. But that's not a surprise: The hive has become a swarm. It's diffuse, powerful, and all around you.
What If We'd Built Manhattan In The Grand Canyon?
The city looks tiny and alien against the desert backdrop. At it's widest point Manhattan is a mere 2.3 miles, easily nestling into the maw that is the Grand Canyon at 18 miles across with room to spare as photographer Gus Petro demonstrates.
19 Things To Know Before You Visit China
Get the know-how before you say "ni hao."
Wendy Davis, Julian Castro, And Joaquin Castro On Turning Texas Blue
Mayor Castro responded to a racist tweet after the cover was made public.
Justin Bieber Apparently Spit In A Man's Face
That story and more in today's CelebFeed Gossip Roundup!
How To Have Your Own Comic Con
Aka - how to remain a virgin - JK
Eliot Spitzer Thought Romney Was "Inconsistent" For Demanding Others' Tax Returns But Not Releasing His
The former New York governor discussed Mitt Romney's unreleased tax returns on his Current TV show Viewpoint. Spitzer said Romney, as a businessman and presidential candidate, was inconsistent for demanding others' tax returns while refusing to release his own. Spitzer, who in a previous show called for Romney to release his tax returns, has chosen to not release his own records in his race for comptroller.
This Chart Basically Explains Why Everyone Loves Yahoo
But, not necessarily Marissa Mayer.
Eric Holder: After Trayvon, It's Time To End "Stand Your Ground"
"By allowing — and perhaps encouraging — violent situations to escalate in public, such laws undermine public safety," Holder tells the NAACP.
7 Key Metrics To Judge Marissa Mayer's First Year As Yahoo CEO
Yahoo just reported second-quarter earnings, bringing Marissa Mayer's first year as CEO of the company full circle. Here's how she performed based on seven key line items in the company's financial report for this year versus the same period last year when she took over.
This Is Reportedly Edward Snowden's Hastily Scribbled Asylum Request
Apparently, Snowden hand wrote a letter to Russia.
Hardline Anti-Immigration Reform Republican Strips Website Of References To Issue
Rep. Gary Miller, who has opposed "amnesty" and "anchor babies" is now evolving on the issue, his office says.
Shockingly Good Salad Advice From 1699
Don't let today's trend story scare you. The fundaments of a good salad were established 300 years ago.
Will Obama And Edward Snowden Be In Moscow At The Same Time?
"The president intends to travel to Russia in September," Jay Carney tells reporters.
Illinois Senator Joins Other Republicans In Supporting Samantha Power
Power's nomination as U.N. Ambassador is garnering support from conservatives.
Potential Black Juror In Zimmerman Trial Was Dropped By Prosecution For Watching Fox News
Many have questioned the fact that there were no African-Americans on the jury in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
Ex-J.C. Penney CEO Ron Johnson Beat Yahoo And Netflix To Video-Streaming Earnings Calls
So, he got that one right.
13-Year-Old CoverGirl Talia Passes Away After 6-Year Battle With Cancer
Talia Joy Castellano's YouTube make-up tutorials earned her a spot as the face of Covergirl last year. She passed away Tuesday.
"Game Of Thrones" Nursery Mural Paints A Happier Time
In the Game of Cribs, you sleep or you cry. Recently blogger and artist Some Pointless celebrated becoming a parent by creating this adorable take on Westeros.
Republican Congressman Live-Tweets Jay-Z's Latest Album
Republican Rep. Trey Radel of Florida, who BuzzFeed has called the "beat-mixing, gangsta rap-loving Tea Party congressman," took some time on his way back to Washington D.C. to live-tweet Jay-Z's new album.
What It's Like Being Conservative On A Liberal Campus
Let these Rushmore GIFs soothe your pain.
30 Cheap And Brilliant Dollar Store Hacks
More money, more problems, amirite?
Powerful Howard University College Of Medicine Hoodie Photo Goes Viral
"Now, do we look suspicious?"
Can A Game Get People Interested In Data Collection?
Data Dealer aims to find out.
8 Totally Portable Projects For Your Summer Road Trip
These cute crafts are perfect for passing time on a long car ride. (Or on an airplane, or a boat, or wherever your travels take you).
Goldman Sachs Is "Comfortable" And Thanks For Asking
In its earnings report for the second quarter, Goldman refused to put out a figure to show if it's in compliance with a proposed capital rule. That didn't stop analysts from asking about it over and over.
Ivanka Trump To Host Senate Fundraiser For Cory Booker
A private-home fundraiser on Park Avenue from the Donald's daughter.
Tell Us About Yourself(ie): Meghan Markle
Suits returns tonight on USA and because of the occasion, Meghan chatted with BuzzFeed about her pet peeves, her dog, and her girl-crush on Miranda Kerr. And then she took a few selfies, of course!
8 Star Trek Recipes You Can Replicate At Home
Eat your way across the galaxy. Blogger Food Replicator has a knack for turning alien delicacies into edible meals for any Earthling.
Radio Host Offers Trayvon Martin's Friend A Full Scholarship To Any Historically Black College She Wants
A nice gesture for Rachel Jeantel, who testified in the George Zimmerman trial.
Eliot Spitzer's Campaign Website Does Not Have A Great Tagline
The website, reported to have gone live today by Azi Paybarah of Capital NY, neglected to change the placeholder page title by the time the site went public.
13 Simple Hacks For Enjoying Music So Much More
DIY a floating waterproof speaker, find the track you can't get out of your head, and banish tangled headphones from your life forevermore!
Exclusive: J.C. Penney Executive Exodus Continues
Jeff Herbert, an outside consultant brought in by Sergio Zyman for J.C. Penney's marketing department, is gone. So is the general merchandising manager of the home department, an area that was one of ex-leader Ron Johnson's big bets.
America's First Giant Panda Twins In 26 Years Are Simultaneously Gross And Cute
BABIES! PANDAS! TWINS!
21 Unexpected Ways To Relieve Pain
When you're ailing, you'll try anything — even a nature hack. The worst thing that could happen is you end up reeking of raw garlic.
This Intelligent Robot Surgeon Is The Face Of Your Impending And Impersonal Death
"Dr. Easy" comes online.
Video Shows CBS Journalists Assaulted While Covering Zimmerman Protest
A Los Angeles reporter and photographer were assaulted Monday night while covering a George Zimmerman protest in the Crenshaw area.
Snowden Officially Applies For Asylum In Russia, Putin Not So Hot On The Idea
A lawyer for Snowden says he has submitted an asylum request to Russia's federal migration service.
How To Argue On The Internet, As Explained By Bugs Bunny
Eh, what's up, n00b?
McDonald's Advises That Employees Get A Second Job To Make A Livable Wage
It seems McDonald's doesn't think that a person can making a living wage working at McDonald's alone.
Nicolas Cage As Your Favorite Disney Princesses
Everything is better with a Nic Cage head. Everything.
New York Is Still The Best City For Single Guys Who Wear Madras Pants Unironically And Have A Minor Drug Problem
BuzzFeed developed an interactive map to help determine the ideal city for you. Pick the criteria that matter most and watch the ranking update to cater to your desires.
Money Man
Goldman Sachs, led by Chief Executive Lloyd Blankfein, posted another blowout quarter, earning $1.93 billion, or $3.70 per share, for the three months ended June 30. Analysts were expecting the bank to earn $2.88 per share.
LGBT Organizations Want Justice For Trayvon Martin
"We will honor Trayvon Martin by strengthening our commitment to end bias, hatred, profiling and violence across our communities."
What You Imagine You'll Make For Dinner Vs. What You Actually Eat
Pinterschmerzen (n.): The acute pain of realizing that your life looks nothing like Pinterest.
13 Pinterest Tragedies Explained By Sylvia Plath Quotes
"I hate handing over money for what I could just as easily do myself, it makes me nervous." — Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar
Exclusive: How Ukraine Wooed Conservative Websites
Passion or payola? A source describes being offered $500 for an article, and a consultant doesn't deny payments.
Bloody Bill Murray On Set
He's filming St. Vincent de Van Nuys with Melissa McCarthy. What happened?
Key Democratic Senator Will Oppose Efforts To End Filibusters Of Obama Nominations
“Do I favor changing the rule about executive appointments getting a vote? You betcha … I want to change the rule, but not by fiat," Sen. Carl Levin says.
Jeff Garlin Does A Weird But Hilarious Impression Of WaPo's Eugene Robinson
The Curb Your Enthusiasm actor proved that funny comedians can appear on MSNBC's Morning Joe and actually have a good time.
Hermès, 1992
Hermès, 1992
Zimmerman Trial Verdict Makes Front Pages Around The World
The world was watching.
Zimmerman Juror Decides Not To Write Book About Trial
Intense and immediate backlash apparently changed the mind of Juror B37 — and her agent. "I have realized that the best direction for me to go is away from writing any sort of book and return instead to my life as it was before ..."
Bat Flip By Which All Bat Flips Shall Be Measured Wins Home Run Derby
Yo knows how to celebrate.
Judge Found Dead From A Gunshot In Texas Courthouse
State District Judge Tom Greenwell was found dead from a gunshot wound Monday night in his chambers, reports the Corpus Christi Caller-Times.
10 Perfectly Good Songs Ruined By Will.i.am
Because we've all experienced that moment when we say to ourselves, "this song would sound so much better without will.i.am."
AIPAC Mailer Tells New Jersey Residents To Lobby A Deceased Senator
A source in NJ forwards along this mailer from The American Israel Public Affairs Committee received today, asking them to lobby the late Senator Frank Lautenberg in support of Israel.
Rachel Jeantel Speaks For The First Time Since The George Zimmerman Trial
The Prosecution's star witness Rachel Jeantel speaks with Piers Morgan, saying she was "disappointed, upset, angry" at the not guilty verdict.
Juror From The George Zimmerman Trial Speaks Publicly For The First Time
Anderson Cooper interviews anonymously female juror B37, who says she thinks it was George Zimmerman's voice on the 911 phone call screaming for help.