Reddit Grills Zach Braff, Guillermo del Toro and Weird Al
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Finally, Zach Braff reveals the location of Rowdy, his stuffed labrador in Scrubs. From Weird Al's weird recipe to a Star Wars historian's thoughts on whether or not Han shot first, this week included plenty of great AMA moments on Reddit.
Immigration Protesters Clash at U.N., Fear Risks of Border Surge
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NEW YORK — More than 40 people, many representing conservative or anti-illegal immigration groups, protested Saturday at the United Nations Plaza against the surge of immigrants to the United States' southern border.
James Garner's New Antihero Gave Us Jack Sparrow and Indiana Jones
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Gary Cooper. Steve McQueen. John Wayne. Humphrey Bogart. Yul Brynner. Charlton Heston. Being an American action hero was a pretty grim business from the dawn of movies and TV straight through the '60s, conducted by sober men with steely temperament.
'The Eagle Has Landed:' The Apollo 11 Mission, 45 Years Later
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Forty-five years ago, humankind made a giant leap. On July 20, 1969, the spaceflight Apollo 11 landed on the moon, and American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the lunar surface.
Energy Drinks Mixed With Alcohol Make You Want to Drink More: Study
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That vodka Red Bull you’re knocking back might be worse for you than you thought. In the double-blind study, participants aged 18 to 30 years old were given either 60 ml of vodka and Red Bull or 60 ml of vodka and soda water.
Dude, No One Wants to Hear About Your Weird Dream [COMIC]
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If there is one truly boring conversation topic to rule them all, it is the dream recap.
This Smartwatch Concept Projects Notifications Directly Onto Your Hand
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While smartwatches could make us even more addicted to the online world, a wristband concept device called the Ritot could take constant connectivity to the extreme by projecting the time, incoming calls, emails and notifications from Twitter and Facebook directly onto your hand.
Why Facebook and Twitter Are Embracing Ecommerce
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Facebook announced on Thursday that it has begun testing a Buy button that appears on ads and Page posts from a select group of businesses in the U.S. In effect, that means users can now purchase products advertised by these businesses without leaving the social network.
'Gotham' Producers Not Sweating Lack of Superheroes
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LOS ANGELES — With Bruce Wayne barely wading into his teen years at the start of Fox's forthcoming Batman prequel Gotham, viewers should not expect to see the character suit up any time in the future — if ever, producers said Sunday.
Ikea Now Lets You Make Your House a Home by Adopting a Dog
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That Ikea futon would look a lot better with a dog on it. Luckily, a few select Ikeas will now be rolling out a service that allows you to adopt one while you're browsing display rooms.
Portable Charger Claims to Be World's Smallest Portable Power Outlet
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In the world of smartphones and tablets, battery life is king. For that reason alone, portable chargers are already a hot commodity (in some cases, quite literally, as some charge devices via fire).
10 Thoughts That Etsy Models Are Having Right Now
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Look into their eyes. These men, women and pets all have one thing in common — they are Etsy models. Not all models are Sad Etsy Boyfriends, but they probably could give their two cents about the situation they're in. Not all Etsy sellers are made alike.
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry Heads to Mideast for Cease-Fire Talks
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Secretary of State John Kerry is heading back to the Middle East as the Obama administration attempts to bolster regional efforts to reach a cease-fire and sharpens its criticism of Hamas in its conflict with Israel.
Neil Patrick Harris' Pitch for Heineken Is Dry — Very Dry
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Heineken Light is a really great tasting brew, according to the 2013 World Beer Championships. But how would Neil Patrick Harris, its celebrity spokesman, know? He can’t even drink it.
Unlocking the Millennial Mystery: Career Motivations and Challenges
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The term "millennial" often evokes stereotypes of laziness, inexperience and Twitter-addicted young adults glued to their smartphones. For recent college graduates, these connotations can plague their ability to set a new precedent, defeat the odds and find a solid 'real world' job.
Viral Video Recap: Purr-kour, Planet of the Pugs and More
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Cats are back on top this week in our round-up of viral videos, thanks largely to their unlikely Purr-kour skills. Sure, felines are known for their incredible jumping skills, but coupled with some clever editing and pumped-up theme music, one YouTube user takes it to a whole another level.
Smart Feeder With 'Cat Facial-Recognition' Tech Lets You Track Kitty's Appetite
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Cat owners who worry about their furry friend's eating habits can breathe a sigh of relief. A startup based in San Mateo, California, has created Bistro, a smart feeder that can track Kitty's appetite and weight change using "cat facial-recognition technology."
Photographer Documents Customers Snoozing at Ikea
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Try it before you buy it. Or, if you're in one of China's Ikea stores, fall fast asleep on a bed in a display room.
Flight MH17 Victims Targeted in Facebook and Credit Card Scams
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SYDNEY — In a sick revelation, scammers have set up fake Facebook profiles using the identities of Malaysia Airlines flight 17 victims amid claims that credit cards may have been stolen from the crash site.
'The Leftovers' Episode 4 Recap: Baby Jesus Goes Missing
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[Walks to fridge. Looks for something to take the edge off another post-Leftovers bout of acute existential dread — this show is bleaker than the nightly news but each episode is better than the last. A month in, it’s beginning to find its groove.
In Pictures, Worldwide Protests Against Israeli Military Action in Gaza
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Pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched through the streets of Paris over the weekend to rally against Israel's invasion of Gaza, defying a ban on pro-Palestinian protests. Demonstrations took place in more than a dozen French cities, including Lille, Nice and Marseilles, according to Reuters.
The Nightmare Ukraine Has Been Living for Months
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Just north of the farmland that's now a graveyard for Malaysia Airlines Flight 17, the people of Kharkiv drifted into the streets with lit candles. As the moon rose over the eastern Ukrainian city, its residents bowed their heads and murmured prayers.
Will 'The Simpsons' Kill Off Krusty?
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LOS ANGELES — Hey, hey, kids! Here's some Simpsons news that might bum you out — Krusty the Clown might be close to having his last laugh. Key word: might.
These 16 Aussie 'Coffices' Make Working From Home Brilliant
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SYDNEY — So you've scored the dream. A sweet little gig from the comforts of your living room. This is all fantastic, until you start talking to the chair. Human interaction is a life necessity and you don't get it when you are holed up in your house working from your inappropriate couch.
5 NYC Nutritionists Recommend Best Office Practices
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Your workplace is trying to kill you. Sitting in a cubicle all day, constantly snacking and staring for hours at the unnatural glow of a computer makes an office a haven for poor health care. However, there are ways to beat the 9-to-5 deathtraps.
Pharrell, Maroon 5 to Perform at 2014 iTunes Festival
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Apple has announced the lineup for its 2014 iTunes festival, held at London's Roundhouse throughout September. This year's performers include Maroon 5, Pharrell Williams, Beck, Sam Smith, Blondie, Kylie, David Guetta, 5 Seconds of Summer, Calvin Harris, Chrissie Hynde and others.
9 Practical Uses for Bobby Pins That Don't Involve Hair
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That's not true, but were you surprised by it? Of course you weren't. Bobby pins are everywhere. Whether they belong to you, your significant other, their significant other or a complete stranger, bobby pins surround you.
How Private Browsing Settings Actually Work
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Let's be honest: There's probably a few things you've been looking at online that you don't want anyone to know about.
Determining Ad ROI, Attribution Is Nearly Impossible
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Yes, you always knew it and now there's proof - from Google and Microsoft no less. The paper is called "On the Near Impossibility of Measuring the Returns to Advertising" and is about a year and a half old.
12 Uncommon Punctuation Marks You Should Start Using Right Now
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Your writing doesn't need the same tired punctuation marks. Inject a little bit of personalty into your writing with these uncommonly used punctuation marks. Or, actually, don't because you can't get them on a normal keyboard.