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Clips
Rick Sanchez Assumes Palin Is Resigning Due To Pregnancy
Like the doctor at your college's Health Services department who offered, "Maybe you're pregnant" after you came in complaining of a cold, Rick Sanchez has suggested, without any evidence whatsoever, that Sarah Palin may be resigning due to pregnancy. Whaaa? More »
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By hortenseComment by samethingwedoeverynightpinky: Why does that doctor work in every college health services center in america?! You would go in for an ear... 28 Responses | Other threads
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Palin resigns
Sarah Palin: "I'm Not Wired To Operate Under The Same Old Politics As Usual"
In announcing her resignation earlier today, Gov. Sarah Palin touched upon her family, her state, and her plans for the future, her voice seeming unsure and a bit shaken as she delivered her speech. Video after the jump. More »
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By hortenseComment by Anna: Oh god, will someone please transcribe her full statement on that video? I need to see it in writing to... 21 Responses | Other threads
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weekend warriors
Today, as American hero Bill Pullman (not Paxton, that's the other one) once said, is our Independence Day. Well, technically, tomorrow is our Independence Day, and only if you're an American, but still. You know what I mean. More »Saturday Night4th Of July Social
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By hortenseComment by onestrawplz: So in honor of Independence Day (and me being a nerd), let's say our current state and/or native state and... 95 Responses | Other threads
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Breaking
Sarah Palin Will Not Run For Re-Election, Resigning As Alaska's Governor
GOP sources are claiming that former Vice Presidential candidate Governor Sarah Palin will not be seeking a second term as Alaska's governor and will actually be resigning from her position in a matter of weeks.
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By hortenseComment by Kilotwat: Sarah Palin is not just not running for reelection for governor, she's resigning as governor. I don't know why the... 29 Responses | Other threads
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Friendly skies
Air New Zealand Creates "Nude" Safety Video To Capture Attention Of Passengers
Tired of being ignored by passengers who'd rather read or stare out the window instead of listening to potentially life-saving safety information, the folks at Air New Zealand have released a cheeky in-flight video featuring crew members in body paint. More »
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By hortenseComment by BadHairLife: Dude, not even mostly nekkid attractive people will make me watch that safety video anymore. - jaded flyer. 9 Responses | Other threads
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tweet this
In Which Russell Brand Shares His Thoughts On Diddy's White Party
Russell Brand took to his Twitter yesterday to share his thoughts on Diddy's famous White Party, and what he plans to wear in order to fit the dress code. Click to enlarge. [Russell Brand's Twitter]
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By hortenseComment by ellaesther: Some other thoughts, of varying degrees of usefulness: Igloo. Cloud. Toilet paper. Liquid Paper (for you, Russell darling: Tipp-ex). Potato Salad (without spices). Loaf of Wonder... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Showtime, synergy
Your Next Summer Blockbuster Might Be Strawberry-Scented
The news that 80's video game Asteroids will soon be made into a major motion picture got me thinking: why aren't there any action films based on 80s toys primarily aimed at girls? A few suggestions, after the jump. More »
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By hortenseComment by GretchenWieners (is finally done with his bullshit): Did anyone else have lady lovely locks hair barrets? The were shaped like little animals and had colored hair streaming... 11 Responses | Other threads
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By hortenseComment by withoutabaedeker: i wish i could remember what the picnic scene was like. rain, rain and more rain here in montreal for... 9 Responses | Other threads
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Ladymag madlibs
Write Your Own Celebrity Interview!
Hey crew, have you ever dreamed of writing up your own celebrity interview or trend piece? Well now you can, thanks to these handy dandy ladymag madlibs! Get your thinking caps on and your pencils ready, and let's do this! More »
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By hortenseComment by emilyanne: Anyway celebrity interviewers have it easy, try interviewing UK sports stars, particularly footballers. And then watch the tumbleweed drift past... 14 Responses | Other threads
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Stayin' alive
Disco Saves!
When Debra Bader's husband, Christopher, collapsed during a walk, the first thing that popped into her head was the Bee Gee's tune "Stayin' Alive,"—and thank goodness, too, as it helped save her husband's life. More »
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By hortenseComment by shorty63136: AHA recommends "Stayin Alive" Doctors recommend "Another One Bites the Dust" I'll take the Bee Gee's for 1,000, Alex. 8 Responses | Other threads
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Snap Judgment
Count Sparkula Just Wants To Ride His Bicycle, He Wants To Ride His Bike
[New York, July 2. Image via Getty.]
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By hortenseComment by haguenite: You know, I would have the perfect gif to post in reply to this, only folks from Jezebel have been... 18 Responses | Other threads
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Dirt Bag
Trouble For Justin And Jessica, Debbie Rowe Sends Mixed Signals Over Custody Battle
- Are Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake on the rocks? "Things don't look good for them right now - they've hit a really rocky spot," says a source. The couple have been dating for two years. [NYDN]
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By hortenseComment by CrazyRatLady: Re Biel and Justin - how come it's always the girl who's portrayed as needy and controlling? Wasn't Cameron Diaz... 15 Responses | Other threads
- Thursday - July 2, 2009
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Touchy Feely
A Case For Choosing Words Carefully When Remembering Michael Jackson
It's been one week since Michael Jackson's death, and in the ensuing 7 days, friends and fans have been everywhere, expressing both admiration and grief. However, such talk about how Jackson "touched" people could be misconstrued, considering recent, controversial history.
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By TracieComment by ihateyourescalade: The only thing I can think of in this maudlin media outporing of Jacksonmania, is THE MAN WAS A CHILD... 93 Responses | Other threads
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Goddess bless
"Fertility Is Women's Sacred Birthright"
We've long been infuriated and fascinated by the creepy "Our Bodies, Ourselves-style First Response Fertility ads. More »
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By SadieComment by ihateyourescalade: The ad is a little much, but there's so much child-hate and mother-hate on this site it's going to be... 63 Responses | Other threads
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By AnnaComment by amadeza: As someone of 1/4th Romani heritage, it made me irrationally happy to not find the word "gypsy" on this page. 19 Responses | Other threads
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Strange questions
Author Asks: If Every Man Could Have Gay Sex, Why Would He Need Women?
Beliefnet writer David Klinghoffer has a theory why women should fight societal acceptance of homosexuality: in a world where men can have sex with men without attendant opprobrium, they won't want anything but. In other words: all men are gay. More »
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By MeganComment by JinxyMcDeath: Wow - I kinda agree. Except, I think that everyone is bisexual. Men and women. Everyone is... 21 Responses | Other threads
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Gallows Humor
Can A Rape Joke Be Funny (Redux)?
The Sexist's Amanda Hess is almost as obsessed with rape joke humor as we are, so she's compiled a strong list of The Onion's hits and misses in the rape joke genre. [Washington City Paper]
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By MeganComment by greengrey (raidersofthelostSTAR): A rape joke can be funny if it's not mocking the victim. It's funny to mock the ass holes who... 14 Responses | Other threads
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Dirt Bag (After Dark)
Keith Urban Says Nicole's Not Pregnant; Funeral Plans Set For Michael
- Keith Urban says the rumors that wife Nicole Kidman is pregnant again are not true, but rather, "A little bit of tweaking [of photos] does that..."
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By MargaretComment by sshacker: Given that Quincy Jones ONLY ever dated or married white women*, I am not sure if he is in a... 20 Responses | Other threads
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By AnnaComment by Mad Lady Snapcase: I love people looking indifferent in the face of propaganda. 1 Responses | Other threads
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finishing
What The Hell Is A Nice Guyâ„¢, Anyway?
Today, our favorite sex writer tackles the age-old question of Nice Guysâ„¢. Specifically, Do they really finish last? To investigate, Laura Sessions Stepp interviews Britney, a woman who spent five months dating a dude who sounds like a drug dealer. More »
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Comment by greengrey (raidersofthelostSTAR): But if a guy is nice he deserves a shower of naked supermodel cheerleaders, yeah? When a guy holds a... 18 Responses | Other threads
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Chit Chat
A Silly Conversation From Jezebel Virtual HQ
In which I am the only one who thinks Sasha Obama looks like an adorable little fox. Discussion after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by gangey: The baby fox is OBVIOUSLY Sasha's patronus. I totally see the resemblance, Dodai! 5 Responses | Other threads
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Leftovers
Cat Killer "Likely To Graduate To Adult Crimes" • Obama Tacitly Supports Transgender Rights
• Newsweek has a morbidly fascinating article on accused cat killer Tyler Weinman in which a clinical social worker who does not treat Weinman discusses the possibility that violence against animals may signal future violent behavior against people. • More »
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By Intern KatyComment by The Hand-Walking Queer (texascrude): I would gander that Newsweek is right. In criminology, it's often been noted that killing animals is a stepping stone, if... 18 Responses | Other threads
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By AnnaComment by wtfox?!: That looks pirated. Someone call the RIAA down on this girl for illegal downloads. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Looks aren't everything
"Practical Character Reader" A Lesson In Xenophobia, Racism & Disney Villains
A 1902 book called Vaught's Practical Character Reader, scanned and posted on Sociological Images, demonstrates the false assumption that you can assess a person's character based on his or her physical appearance. More »
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By DodaiComment by shorty63136: Apparently, if you had Morton's Toe (toe next to the big toe is actually LONGER than the big toe), you... 25 Responses | Other threads
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By DodaiComment by tscheese: ONCE AGAIN I AM TAKING A BACKSEAT TO MY SISTERWIFE BUT THAT IS OKAY. Congrats AmericanSplendor and the love of... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Choose your choice
The Daily Show Takes On The Ironies Of The Burqa Ban
Kristen Schaal thinks it's neat that French President Nicolas Sarkozy wants to empower Muslim women by taking away their choice of wearing a burqa — so much so, she'd like someone to take away her high heels and bulimia. More »
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By MeganComment by shorty63136: I wonder if this would raise as many issues if Sarkozy's attempt to ban the burqa was framed this way: "We... 9 Responses | Other threads
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hair apparent
Anna Wintour's Hair: Slim
Hairdresser Charlie Chan: "I tried [to change her hair] but she wouldn't have it any other way...But the bob suits her. It suits a certain face. It works best on a thin, Oriental face, a slim person." [NYMag via NST]
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By SadieComment by bluebears: That is the dumbest thing that ever dumbed. Actually, I think bobs look cute on women with round faces. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Turning the tables
What Rap Videos Would Look Like If They Objectified Men
The new video for "Just Got Paid" by Millionaires reverses sexist rap video cliches, with women singing about getting laid and throwing bills at male strippers. But the ladies aren't exactly making a stand against objectifying women. More »
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By MargaretComment by veronykah: I liked it. i like when men have the script flipped on them. Forgetting Sarah Marshall was amazing if only... 9 Responses | Other threads
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By AnnaComment by ASmallTurnip: The price of Pimm's at Wimbledon. £10 for a wee thimbleful? You're taking the piss, aren't you? 1 Responses | Other threads
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Breaking
Drew No Blood
Well, this about says it all...for now. "A federal judge on Thursday overturned guilty verdicts against Lori Drew, and issued a directed acquittal on the three misdemeanor charges" [in relation to her harassment of suicide victim Megan Meier]. [Wired]
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By AnnaComment by serreca: I hate to say this, but I never thought she should have been found guilty. What she did was horrible... 11 Responses | Other threads
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modern motherhood
Great Expecations For A New Mom & Athlete
Candace Parker, star of WNBA's L.A. Sparks, is currently on maternity leave, but promised her bosses that she'll continue to promote the team. Like many moms, she's tugged by her duties to her newborn and her commitment to her job. More »
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By DodaiComment by MarissaExplainsItAll: The reason that she is getting more flack for this than other players who have become pregnant is because she... 5 Responses | Other threads
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8 Is Enough
Jon Gosselin's Match.Com Ad
In the video at left, comedian Jon Cordero impersonates Jon Gosselin in a fake Match.com ad. Like most jokes about the Gosselins, it starts out funny and gets less amusing when you remember there are eight kids involved. [Mediabistro]
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By MargaretComment by elliebean: the only thing that made me laugh was "and I only sit on this side of the couch". The rest... 3 Responses | Other threads
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