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(Video) Everybody panic: “Uncensored” breast exam airs on WJLA
(Video) Everybody panic: “Uncensored” breast exam airs on WJLA
Warning: boobies. WJLA in Washington set off a bit of controversy in a segment yesterday by showing nipples in their entirety on broadcast tee-vee. In the horrifying, seedy context of a breast self-exam. Video below shows the shocking ... continue
This week’s UK Twitter villain: AA Gill, who killed a baboon for the hell of it
This week’s UK Twitter villain: AA Gill, who killed a baboon for the hell of it
The furor over Jan Moir has died down on Twitter, but a new evil British columnist has stepped into the Twitter hate limelight. This time it's UK restaurant critic AA Gill, who you may remember for describing the ... continue
Taos hotel manager invites scorn with “Anglicization” policy
Taos hotel manager invites scorn with “Anglicization” policy
Larry Whitten was brought in to reverse the fortunes of a hotel in Taos, New Mexico. So he did what any smart businessman would do- he started by pissing off and alienating the heavily-Hispanic staff. Whitten has been ... continue
GOP To Force Vote On Whether To Remove Rangel As Committee Chair
GOP To Force Vote On Whether To Remove Rangel As Committee Chair
House Republicans on Wednesday introduce a measure calling for Rep. Charles Rangel (D-NY) to step down as the nation's top tax-law writer. Democrats are expected to easily block the measure just as they have done so in ... continue
Fines Coming For Bloggers, Celebrities Who Don’t Disclose Endorsements
Fines Coming For Bloggers, Celebrities Who Don’t Disclose Endorsements
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will soon begin fining bloggers and celebrities who endorse products unless they disclose any and all "material connections," such as payments or free products. The controversial new rules come as the ... continue
Britney Spears New Song is about Threesome
Britney Spears New Song is about Threesome
Britney Spears new song is about having a threesome. The ‘Womanizer’ singer who is known for wearing revealing, skin-flashing outfits on stage has penned a track called ‘3’ which suggests she likes being intimate with two lovers at ... continue
Going too far? Penelope Trunk’s miscarriage tweet divides social media types
Going too far? Penelope Trunk’s miscarriage tweet divides social media types
Was it TMI or a welcome, candid look into women's workplace issues? Penelope Trunk, of The Brazen Careerist, tweeted to her now-19,000 followers during a work function that she was currently miscarrying. Like, that second. Trunk said: I'm in ... continue
Kings Island amusement park drops offensive skeleton display
Kings Island amusement park drops offensive skeleton display
An Ohio amusement park has disassembled a distasteful Halloween display that caused offense among parkgoers. The display featured skeletons dressed as many recently (and not so recently) deceased celebrities. Included were Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson, and a Sonny ... continue
Jennifer Aniston’s “Love Happens” May Face Cancellation
Jennifer Aniston’s “Love Happens” May Face Cancellation
Jennifer Aniston’s new movie ‘Love Happens’ may be cancelled over plagiarism claims. The romantic comedy – which also stars Aaron Eckhart – faces being pulled from release because screenwriters Greg Crowder and Tony Freitas have filed a lawsuit ... continue
Jimmy Carter says attacks on Obama partially based on race
Jimmy Carter says attacks on Obama partially based on race
Joe Wilson's outburst during Barack Obama's address to the nation over the healthcare debate is the partisan gift that keeps on giving, as Jimmy Carter's gone stirring the pot again. Carter, in an interview with NBC, drew on ... continue
Discrimination advocate Carrie Prejean sues for… discrimination?
Discrimination advocate Carrie Prejean sues for… discrimination?
Carrie Prejean, who shot to fame for her advocacy of "opposite marriage," is suing Miss USA officials for libel, slander and religious discrimination with claims they asked her to "stop talking about God" before she even made her ... continue
Boston-Area Priest On Administrative Leave Following Sex Abuse Allegation
Boston-Area Priest On Administrative Leave Following Sex Abuse Allegation
A Boston-area priest has been placed on administrative leave following recent allegations of sexual assault. According to reports the assault occurred 20 years ago and church officials have notified law enforcement officials who are now investigating the ... continue